"The matter is actually quite simple. Compared to others who are just preparing for the Great Catastrophe, I am puzzled as to why I was born in the depths of the magical ley lines, akin to an abyss, and why I must oppose the Ten Thousand Clans on the surface. For three thousand years, this has perplexed me. Clearly, I have forgotten something critically important."

From the blank eyes of the "White Knight," a hint of longing subtly emerged as he spoke.

Upon hearing this, a thoughtful look crossed the eyes of our group.

Although his words were brief, they contained a very crucial piece of information.

That is, he should have awakened after the Era of Blankness, and like the other survivors from the Ten Thousand Clans, he inexplicably forgot many things.

This undeniably means that his experiences are evidently very similar to ours.

"So, you too are a survivor of the Era of Blankness?"

Leo Ray pondered for a moment before asking.

"According to your calendar, I and my kind indeed awakened after the Era of Blankness three thousand years ago and forgot everything before that. This I can confirm."

The "White Knight" nodded slightly, affirming, "There's only one thing we haven't forgotten, and that is our name 'Eclipse.' We are destined to become the source of disaster one day, unleashing a Great Catastrophe that will sweep across the world and destroy everything. This is also where the disagreements with my kin arise."

"But rather than becoming the source of disaster, I am more curious about the origin of our kind and why we remember only this one fact."

"Isn't it strange that we only remember we are to become the source of disaster? I refuse to believe we are born solely for destruction."

In the voice of the "White Knight," there was full of perplexity as he continued, "Later, until I began parasitizing the White Knight, traveling with him across the Human World for a millennium, I realized that the situation of the Ten Thousand Clans back then was very similar to that of 'Eclipse,' and they also dubbed that inexplicably forgotten period as the Era of Blankness."

"It seems we've found some common ground between us."

Leo Ray gently raised an eyebrow and said, "In the end, your goal is merely to seek the truth of the Era of Blankness. Only by uncovering the truth lost for three thousand years can you learn your origins and why you only remember destruction."

"Through the sights and experiences of the White Knight, I indeed know you are seeking the truth of this world. Although our paths align, in the end, we are just moons reflected on water, never to converge at the same focal point."

The "White Knight's" voice returned to its unruffled state, indifferently saying, "Because the Great Catastrophe is inevitable."

"Your Excellency, how do you know the Great Catastrophe is bound to happen?"

Ariel Watson furrowed her brows tightly and couldn't help but speak up.

"It's simple, because no one can defy the will of the 'Ruins Returner.' Neither you nor we can."

The "White Knight" introduced another unfamiliar term in response.

"The 'Ruins Returner'? Is that your leader?"

Leo Ray did not hesitate, asking immediately.

"Leader? The term is inaccurate, too narrow for us. The 'Ruins Returner' is a more supreme existence, for I am the 'Ruins Returner,' and the 'Ruins Returner' is every 'Eclipse.'"

Although the "White Knight's" words were straightforward, they left our group perplexed.

Based on his words, the 'Ruins Returner' is akin to a leader. Yet, what does he mean when he says he is the 'Ruins Returner' and the 'Ruins Returner' is every 'Eclipse'?

"Be careful, my Lord, it turns out this guy is the leader of the 'Eclipse'!"

Xiao Jing was the quickest to respond, stepping in front of Leo Ray, pointing her sword at the opponent's nose as she frowned.

"If he really were the leader, he wouldn't have resorted to parasitizing the White Knight in desperation back then."

Leo Ray gently patted Xiao Jing's shoulder, signaling her to not be overly tense. Then, he asked the "White Knight," "Can you elaborate on the meaning of 'Ruins Returner'?"

"I already mentioned, but you cannot comprehend, just like how ants cannot understand the actions of you humans."

Though the "White Knight" remained steadfast, he still elaborated, "Unlike various clans who are merely single entities possessing only individual consciousness, us 'Eclipse' have not only individual consciousness, but also a supreme collective consciousness that unites all 'Eclipse.' This supreme consciousness allows us to share thoughts in real-time and coordinate our tasks."

"In other words, every 'Eclipse' is a component of this supreme consciousness and naturally can be considered the supreme consciousness itself, which is the 'Ruins Returner.'"

The "White Knight" continued, adding, "To put it in words you can understand, the 'Ruins Returner' is like a spell, and us 'Eclipse' are akin to the energy particles composing the spell. The spell and energy particles are inseparable, and their numbers determine its strength or weakness, but the spell is not hindered by the absence of some particles, and that is all."

"I see, I didn't realize that 'Eclipse' possessed such heaven-defying abilities."

Grey Elder's old face was full of seriousness. He nodded emphatically at Leo Ray, "Your Majesty, this undeniably means any place an 'Eclipse' visits can relay information to the 'Ruins Returner' and then be shared among all 'Eclipse.' This ability is simply unimaginable."

"Indeed, on the battlefield, they can instantly convey orders to every soldier and perform real-time micro-management during combat, which is truly terrifying."

Crisis widened her starry eyes and couldn't help blurting out.

To make an imperfect analogy, in terms of units and with equal strength, our ten thousand would undoubtedly match their one in overall coordination, a result easily imaginable.

What's more crucial is that, for ordinary strong ones, the opponent is an invincible existence.

"No wonder 'Eclipse' is the source of the Great Catastrophe, invincible, parasitic, and empowered by the 'Ruins Returner' consciousness, enough to make one despair and sweep through the Ten Thousand Clans."

Ariel Watson wore a pensive look and furrowed her brows again, while the other powerful individuals with us also appeared grave, nodding one after another.

"Now you see the dreadful aspect of us, don't you? The more you learn, the more despairing it becomes for you."

The "White Knight" was very satisfied looking at our expressions, but shortly after, he slightly knitted his browless brows.

Because he sensed the air filled with solemnity, gravity, and dullness, yet, despair was absent.

"How can this be? Could it be because of him?"

After scanning the surroundings, the "White Knight" finally rested his somewhat puzzled gaze back on Leo Ray.

"As long as we stay by the Lord's side, dawn will exist forever!"

Crisis puffed up her chest, full of enthusiasm, "Do you really think a few words could scare us? Don't forget we've fought against your kind before and ultimately triumphed."

After Crisis spoke, the others present echoed her sentiment, lifting the repressive atmosphere high again.

"Human Clan ruler, you indeed make me continuously see you in a new light."

The "White Knight" gazed intently at Leo Ray's eyes, lamenting, "But so what? It's all futile struggle; the outcome will not change."

"Tch, don't think you can make us retreat so easily!"

Xiao Jing also stepped forward, a visage unwilling to admit defeat, sneering, "Father God created the [Stone of God] for dealing with the likes of you!"

With that said, Xiao Jing recalled something, widening her starry eyes at Leo Ray, "Wait a minute, my Lord, since this guy can connect with the 'Ruins Returner' directly, doesn't this mean everything we're doing now is being observed clearly by the other side?"

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