How Am I Still Alive?-Chapter 1317 - 1303 Fire Seed

"From the results of the inquiries, the situation was better than expected..."

None of the top combat powers had left, and the core members were relatively stable.

"Well done, truly..."

At that moment, Lu Ping’an could only pat Guan Xinxian on the shoulder, expressing his gratitude.

Over ten years, countless companies and associations had been established and disbanded, often in a matter of months if the team couldn’t secure steady income, if the internal distribution of benefits was unjust, or simply if the leader lost the hearts of the people.

Even if one’s promises in heaven seemed grand and the "company’s" prospects looked promising, as long as the leaders below were inadequate, panic and even collapse were inevitable.

It could be said that Guan Xinxian had not only proved his ability to stand on his own but also possessed the capacity and prestige of a leader.

As for the previously mentioned rebellion? That minor issue was utterly insignificant; Lu Ping’an, after chatting with the core members all the way and knowing they were still loyal, realized his performance had far exceeded expectations.

"You should continue as Captain, and as before, also serve as Deputy Commander, but first, I have a big task. I need to modify the ’Ark’..."

Looking at the large ship beneath his feet, Lu Ping’an was amazed and increasingly excited.

His "Fire Seed" plan, most importantly, involved those supersize Lamp Tree signal towers, yet the only Mother Tree he had successfully created had already drained most of his resources on hand.

Originally, Lu Ping’an intended for Guan Xinxian to take over and try to propagate a vast number of Child Trees from that Mother Tree, then spread them around the world through various channels, forming his own "network".

But now, it seemed there was a better option.

"Compared to my ’Redemption’, the ’Redemption’ of your ship fits the name much better..."

Lu Ping’an’s initial concept of redemption was about universal suffering, hence lifting people to heaven—that kind of "redemption," whereas Guan Xinxian’s "Redemption" had already become synonymous with salvation and hope in this world.

Indeed, if he wished to be Deified in this world, it might not be too difficult... Lu Ping’an could even sense countless faiths (willpowers), vaguely pointing to this legendary great ship.

"...I have the technology to turn the Fusang tree into a Lamp Flower seed, or rather, a ’Sun Tree’."

The technology Lu Ping’an had developed from "Redemption" seemed perfect for use on the similarly derived "Redemption," transforming this ship into a mobile Sun Tree, or rather, a floating "Faith Network."

"My previous plan involved distributing the Sun Tree’s child bodies planted in Salt City to every corner of the world, creating a ’relay-style’ faith network, but now, it seems your ship capable of birthing child bodies might work much better..."

By late night, Lu Ping’an had pulled Guan Xinxian alone into the captain’s cabin.

Trusting him, Lu Ping’an disclosed his complete plan to Guan Xinxian, including his intention to implement "universal professionalization" and "spreading Fire Seeds all over the world," among others.

More importantly, Lu Ping’an revealed his vision of considering this world as a "backup plan," ready to invest and develop... Such internal consensus on development direction among the team’s high level was essential and had to be timely and swift.

As expected, Guan Xinxian smiled—he probably also couldn’t bear to leave this world.

"...If the number of professionals significantly increases, the entire world’s resistance will be much stronger. If even vulnerable ethnic groups like the Long Hand Clan could broadly possess professionals, the bullies and hunters of the Foreign Domain will have to restrain themselves."

If the plan were to succeed, the "signal tower" would be the most critical element.

The ancient Sumeru Fusang Tree was discovered by Guan Xinxian; he succeeded in cultivating it and had given the child body to Lu Ping’an.

This technique was clearly his unique secret... If Lu Ping’an were to deduce it, he knew where to start, but it would be time-consuming, labor-intensive, and success was not guaranteed.

Now, Lu Ping’an wanted to use the "Redemption" as the Mother Tree, produce a large number of "Sun Trees," and distribute them across the world, paving the way for the upcoming plans.

"...Merely selling super-sized Lamp Trees, other lords might not buy them."

Guan Xinxian voiced a very realistic opinion, given what Lu Ping’an had mentioned about the Sun Tree child body which, other than that "information network" hidden feature, was simply a super-sized Lamp Flower, while also possessing strong capabilities in normal and supernatural contamination purification.

Is it good? Of course, it is good. Who would refuse their living environment worsening day by day, who would deny the beauty of that magnificent Sun.

".....For many lords, subjects and citizens are merely their possessions; you want them to spend money to improve their citizens’ environment..."

In this regard, Guan Xinxian was exceptionally pessimistic.

"What if it’s given for free?" Lu Ping’an did not doubt Brother Guan’s judgment, as he truly understood this land.

"Then the other party would suspect you have some ulterior motives, most likely burn it on the spot, definitely not plant it. Even if they plant it to give face, within a few days, they’d find an excuse to uproot it," he explained.

This was the most troubling aspect, handing out the tree seeds was easy, but to grow them into a mature "Sun Tree" requires special care and "nourishment," which Lu Ping’an could not provide comprehensively, it would be best if the lords themselves cultivated it.

"Just be upfront about it? The appearance of a large number of professionals among the citizens, that’s good for them, isn’t it?"

"For many rulers, compared to a powerful external enemy, the most dangerous are the armed insiders; if you don’t mention it, there’s still hope for successful promotion, but if you do...it will definitely be rejected, and there might even be a hunt to kill you," he said.

Lu Ping’an considered for a moment, and indeed, the situation could unfold like this; many lords are not worried about losing the Plane War, but rather about whether their territories are stable.

"Wanting to do some good, a win-win business that benefits the entire Plane, why is it so hard....."

"It’s precisely because it’s hard to do good deeds. You benefit, the people you help benefit, then someone else suffers....."

Under Guan Xinxian’s sighing expression lay countless memories he could not bear to think about, with saviors being beneficial for those they save...but sometimes, filth merely illuminated by the lamp instantly becomes furious.

These days, being a good person and doing good deeds, is a hundred times harder than being a bad, self-serving person....

"Good people, always have guns pointed at them....."

Guan Xinxian spoke this without expression, but had he merely stopped at this step, he wouldn’t be known as the world’s most famous "Savior."

".....So, we need to hold the Big Gun, first take out those who prevent us from saving others, and then force those who are being saved to obediently board the ship. This way, we won’t be killed by the malicious, nor will we be dragged down by the foolish saviors filled with chaotic thoughts, who excel in rash actions and causing trouble."

Looking at his calm expression and the completely illogical but seemingly the only viable "Path of Redemption" reality, even Lu Ping’an didn’t know how to respond.

Indeed, should a rescue team be fully armed to the teeth, shooting and carrying stretchers to save people and flee?

"It’s tough, isn’t it....." Lu Ping’an could feel the bitterness in it.

"You get used to it. So, to do good deeds, you have to forcefully continue with the resolve and strength to do them....Lu Ping’an, find people to cooperate with, this isn’t a problem we can solve alone."

Lu Ping’an thought for a moment, then nodded.

"I understand, I will discuss it with the Quasi-Gods, bypassing the lords and letting the Quasi-Gods directly intervene."

"Let me give you another piece of advice, set a high price, quote the Quasi-Gods an exorbitant amount. That way, they will feel secure in purchasing and using it."

Looking at Guan Xinxian’s look of resignation and helplessness, Lu Ping’an could only sigh that time and society are the best teachers, having thoroughly transformed the once passionate and spirited young man.

"In order to do good, villains must be firmer, wiser, more powerful....it’s a bitterly ironic joke that one cannot help but laugh at."