475: Contradiction and paradox, lay mine in advance
Perhaps, there is only one explanation.
"Homeward Bound" is not a virtual game, but a... real world covered in game skin.
If we continue to deduce this idea, new and unexplainable contradictions will appear.
time!!
That’s right, the time doesn’t match!
First of all, according to the official description of the game and what the game shows, the time difference between the return world and reality is three to one.
The game Homeward Bound was released on August 8, 1975.
The central intelligence brain obtained by Zuo Chongming was produced before the establishment of the "Federal Alliance of Human Civilization".
In other words, in reality, this thing is an antique product from more than 2,000 years ago.
The contradiction lies here.
If the time in reality were tripled, it would be consistent with the time in the Homecoming world, and it would reach more than 6,000 years ago.
According to this time period, the ancient era had been destroyed long ago, and this central intelligence brain could not have appeared in that catastrophe.
Thinking about this, Zuo Chongming fell into a dilemma.
Because based on the information currently available, no matter which path is taken, there will be unavoidable and unsolvable paradoxes.
The contradictions and problems enumerated above are only part of them, there are also...
——How can a game company have the ability to spend more than two thousand years developing a game? Isn’t this nonsense?
——How can a little-known game company have the ability to mobilize the federal military fleet to go on an expedition?
——As a company that develops games, why do you want to develop such a game? You don’t give yourself any permission to make any changes?
——Why is the game called "Homeward Bound"? This has nothing to do with the content of the game, right?
——With such an ambitious game, the Human League officials really just let it go? Don’t do anything?
There are countless questions like these.
But for now, the two issues just listed are more critical.
"Lan Yu said."
"In ancient times, the demon clan once created the Demon Court. After the human clan took over, it was renamed Heavenly Court and was isolated from the rest of the world."
"As for the monks in ancient times, what they meant by transcendence was breaking through barriers and successfully reaching heaven from the world."
"I have received so many threads from the Great Thunder Sound Temple and Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, so will there be more threads in heaven?"
Thinking of this, his thoughts gradually opened up: "Maybe, I should find a way to find it."
Zuo Chongming was very unfamiliar with the idea of heaven, because there was no such incident in his previous life.
Therefore, the memory brought by rebirth cannot play an advantage in this matter.
Fortunately, he has other methods, such as players.
Players are a good thing.
They are willing to endure hardships and work hard, and as long as they are given benefits, they will do everything possible to complete the instructions.
Zuo Chongming relies on this to give Chen Tianlong and No. 1 Xiangming some hints, allowing them to drive players to transfer various knowledge from reality.
In these game guilds, in order to get more rewards, high-level players even spend a lot of money to ask real-life experts to help with research.
This is the player!
Simple and pure.
Thinking of this, Zuo Chongming came back to his senses and casually ordered: "Let First Fragrant Ming and the others come over."
"Yes, Lord Marquis."
Qi Hao got the order and left in a hurry.
Not long after, First Xiangming and others came over with happy faces.
In their eyes, they had worked hard for so long and must have gained Zuo Chongming's trust, and now they were about to be entrusted with important responsibilities.
Who is Zuo Chongming?
Super NPC, official default biological son, protagonist!!
Being able to be ordered by him personally will definitely bring a lot of rewards...
"sit."
Zuo Chongming knocked on the table, looked around at the players, and raised the corners of his lips slightly: "You guys have worked hard, and you have really worked hard recently."
"It's not hard, it's not hard."
Everyone trembled and straightened their backs quickly: "It is our blessing to go through fire and water for the Marquis."
For rewards, for tasks, for reputation...it's just licking, not cold.
"I called everyone here today because of one thing."
"Not long ago, I received news that there was a place called Heaven in ancient times. Unfortunately, the ancient books only contain a few words."
"I have longed for it. I wanted to find the ruins here and admire the elegance of the ancient powerful men. However, I was unable to do so, so it is a pity."
"Heaven?"
First Xiangming and others were refreshed and couldn't help exchanging glances.
This name is very impressive upon hearing it. It sounds domineering, grand, powerful, advanced, and noble...
Reminiscent of the massive Battle of Motuoling a few years ago, players couldn't help but have suspicions in their minds - couldn't this be a new plot?
One player hurriedly patted his chest: "Don't worry, Lord Marquis, if this place really exists, my subordinates will dig it out for you even if they dig three feet into the ground."
The rest of the people took a look and agreed: "Yes, yes, even if there is only one brick left, my subordinates can find it."
"Everyone is interested."
Zuo Chongming's eyes showed relief, and all players received system prompts at the same time. Zuo Chongming's favorability level was 50.
Good guy, just give me fifty favorability points?
When everyone saw this reminder, they became even more excited.
Zuo Chongming's favorability is very difficult to improve, and people like them really understand this.
I never thought that this task had just begun and it would be given such a big benefit. This shows that this matter is quite important to Zuo Chongming believers.
If you really find this place and complete this mission, wouldn't the reward be in heaven?
"Besides, there is one more thing."
Zuo Chongming pondered and continued: "In ancient times, there was a nine-character mantra, which is of extraordinary power and is of great research value."
"Those who are approaching, fighting, and fighting are all in formation, array, forward, and marching. If you can find the clue, I will not hesitate to reward you."
Another hidden mission!!!
The players swallowed hard and became extremely excited.
"Guaranteed to complete the task."
A male player stood up suddenly and said firmly: "Master Hou, don't worry, my subordinates will do their best."
Zuo Chongming smiled slightly: "I am looking forward to good news from you. Okay, let's get things done. The first fragrant tea is here to stay."
The players glanced at First Fragrant Tea with jealousy, secretly regretting that they didn't take advantage of him sooner.
If they had been as decisive as Chen Tianlong and First Fragrant Ming, they wouldn't just drink soup now, they would definitely be able to share the meat.
But in a blink of an eye, they thought of the mission they had just completed, and their moods became excited again.
If he could handle this matter well, he might be able to truly fall into Zuo Chongming's eyes.
Thinking of this, their bodies were filled with motivation, and they all said goodbye and left here, preparing to contact the players in their own guilds for help.
"I asked you to stay because I wanted to tell you."
Zuo Chongming said: "I have carefully read the establishment and suggestions on stocks and finance that you have put forward recently."
"But it's not a good time yet. The top priority is to prepare for shipping, whether it is ports, terminals, shipping lines..."
First Xiangming hesitated and asked: "But Lord Marquis, the sea is vast and there are many demons..."
"There won't be much left soon."
Zuo Chongming waved his hand and said: "A few days ago, the Nanhai Dragon Clan came. This time they want to find an alliance with me to deal with the Liansheng Sect together."
"Although I agreed to the alliance, at most I only helped secretly. Whether they succeed or fail, it has nothing to do with me."
"If they succeed, I would not mind signing a contract with them. With their escort, our shipping will be safe."
"On the other hand, if they fail, we can take the opportunity to take action and force them to bow their heads. We can also achieve our goal..."
First Xiangming's eyes flashed, and he praised with a smile: "I see, Lord Marquis is wise."
Just as Zuo Chongming said, since the victory or defeat of the Nanhai Dragon Clan doesn't matter this time, she doesn't mind informing the undercover Liansheng Sect's Umbrella.
In this way, Umbrella can also make meritorious deeds and gain Ji Changyun's trust.
Zuo Chongming suddenly said: "By the way, I have something for you to do."
"Master Marquis, please give me your instructions."
First Xiangming was stunned for a moment and nodded seriously.
Zuo Chongming chuckled and said, "Send someone to Hong Guo to bring forward the real estate plan you proposed before."
"Hongguo has been developing a bit fast recently, and the economy can't keep up. I have to find a way for him to make money, so I can help others."
"..."
The corner of First Xiangming's mouth twitched, and she looked at him as if she were looking at a devil.
It is true that real estate can make money quickly, but the pit is too deep, making it easy to take off but difficult to land.
Zuo Chongming's move was too cruel. On the surface, he was helping Hong Guo, but in fact, he was laying a minefield for Hong Guo...
"Okay, that's all."
Zuo Chongming observed her reaction with his remaining eyes and said casually: "You can go down now and remember to make sure nothing goes wrong with the shipping matter."
First Xiangming took a deep breath and smiled: "Don't worry, Lord Marquis."
After she left, the smile on Zuo Chongming's face gradually faded and he called softly: "Qi Hao."
"What are your orders, Lord Marquis?"
Zuo Chongming pondered and asked: "I heard that Tianyan Sect has won Nan Sheng's trust because of its many predictions and predictions."
Qi Hao nodded: "Yes, and according to the news from Hu Mei, Nan Sheng seems to have the intention to establish Tianyan Sect as the state religion."
"State religion..."
Zuo Chongming lowered his head and murmured, and said thoughtfully: "In that case, send someone to send a message to Tianyan Sect and tell them that it can be put into operation."
"Now is the period when aristocratic families are collapsing, sects are being destroyed, and people are gradually becoming wiser. It is very suitable for doctrines such as democracy and freedom to sprout."
"As commanded."
Although Qi Hao didn't understand the meaning, he also knew that Zuo Chongming's move had profound meaning, and left here with a solemn expression.
"Tsk~!"
Zuo Chongming picked up the tea cup, blew on the tea foam, and thought to himself: "Capital, society, autocracy...which one goes further? I'm really curious."
Zheng Guo in Nansheng is the strongest, and the capital path is the most suitable.
The Hong Kingdom of Nanyun is slightly weaker, and its social path is more stable.
The Wu State in Nanchuan is generally more independent in its autocratic path.
Zuo Chongming wanted to know which road would lead the way and go far...