Seized by the System

System Space.

Fang Ning was online. The web was filled with topics of ‘disappearing Vitality’.

Although the mainstream media was maintaining calm, the same cannot be said of the forums, which were rife with discussions.

After all, it took everyone two years to get used to Vitality. The news of it disappearing was no doubt a bad one.

Thanks to Vigilante A’s daily inspections, most have not experienced the horrors of the Vitality era and had instead enjoyed its many benefits.

This was why many had expressed dissatisfaction with the disappearing Vitality and were determined to know that reason.

Of course, there was a group of people who were happy about it. They are of the opinion that the world will return to its peace and quiet.

“Oldman Ren did not think this through. He didn’t make proper preparations for such an important matter. Now that it has caused such a big mess, it’s just pure torture for nothing,” Sir System said condescendingly.

“I don’t think so. He could be waiting for this to happen in order to test the Truth Department’s control over the people,” deduced Fang Ning.

How intelligent was Ren Ruofeng? It was not possible that he did not see this coming. If he chose to allow this to happen, he would have his reasons.

“Well, I don’t care. People are now restless. There are now more bad guys and it benefits me a little,” Sir System was still more concerned with what he was able to gain from everything. He did not care much for the change in the world.

“Look at you, always ignoring the big picture. Have you forgotten how you lost a hundred billion experience points in the Land of Sanguinity?” Fang Ning lectured him.

“It was because of hundreds of those evil spirits coming from the River of Blood…” Sir System did not understand.

“That’s right. Where do these evil spirits come from? They were collected by the Spirit King during stable times. Now that we have experienced the stage of reaping benefits from stability, as long we are able to maintain it, different industries and networks will be able to continuously provide you with resources,” Fang Ning got straight to the point.

“Erm, you are right. In this case, we really should not let things go out of hand,” Sir System immediately came to his senses.

This was the difference between Sir System and an evil deity. The latter would be elated with all the chaos while Sir System did not have the kind of emotion. He would only pursue more power for himself.

So, let’s just wait and observe for now. We’ll see how Ren Ruofeng and his team work at stabilizing the situation. Be prepared to get involved,” Fang Ning said seriously.

“I’ll follow whatever you say since I don’t understand what’s really going on anyway,” Sir System said bitterly.

It was only a few days before Fang Ning realized that they had to get involved.

“The change in Vitality has hit again, where is our savior?”

“Pharos of the East, please save us with your light…”

Articles such as these were surfacing in huge amounts in the media of the outside world. Many have started praying to Vigilante A, hoping he will change the situation.

“This is too much, these people are playing the moral abduction game…” Fang Ning said gloomily.

“Erm, my reputation has lowered again, but it’s okay. I’ve destroyed too many bad guys the last time, this doesn’t affect much…” Sir System was not concerned.

“Well, it’s better this way. These people are trying to force us to take up this matter by using the power of public opinion. However, they are unaware that I have the best way to deal with this,” Fang Ning said proudly.

“What’s your plan?” Sir System asked curiously.

Fang Ning closed the webpage on his computer…

“Out of sight, out of mind. Let them say whatever they want… Ren Ruofeng and his team will take care of it anyway,” Fang Ning has started the game.

“Erm, you really know how to delay things. What do you mean by the best plan, isn’t this just avoiding public opinion?” Sir System saw through Fang Ning and commented condescendingly.

“Sometimes, running away something is the best solution,” Fang Ning said adamantly.

…

Not long after, the Truth Department had indeed taken action.

After a few days of hot discussion by the public, some of the mainstream media in China started their work.

“The truth behind the disappearance of Vitality… Earth’s Heavenly Axiom’s way of natural adjustment.”

“Regarding plans on Vitality usage.”

“Vitality is a limited resource.”

Following the frequent appearance of similar articles, China began to demonstrate its strongest influence during the Vitality era.

Every article was written with logic and backed by evidence, providing a strong analysis and had quickly persuaded many neutral audiences.

Public opinion was immediately swayed.

“It’s actually not a man-made situation but is a way of adjustment by Earth’s Heavenly Axiom?”

The people were appeased after reading the new articles.

This was how people were like. It was easier to accept a natural disaster but if it was a man-made disaster, they would need to vent their anger somewhere.

After all, when it came to natural disasters, people had already accustomed their psychology to accept the fact that they would be unable to resist it. There would be nothing much they could do but to accept the situation and try to survive it…

Earthquakes, tsunamis, volcano eruptions, had the same effect. There would, of course, be hatred and rage but there are not many who will conduct revenge on nature.

“The articles are right. Human beings are always wasting resources. Food and power are the best examples. It is the same with Vitality now. We’ve created so many spells using a lot of Vitality, controlling the weather is one of them. Changing the weather forcefully is going against the rules of nature…”

“It’s time to make plans on Vitality management. A lot of work can be done with technology. We should not waste a supernatural resource that is so precious. It should be used to create a better place for the people’s welfare.”

Many have started to change their mindsets after reading so many articles. After all, most cultivators were capable of utilizing Vitality were not simpletons.

Those with lower intellect were rarely able to use Vitality. The revival or disappearance of Vitality had nothing much to do with them.

As for how to solve this problem, there were answers in the latest articles.

Patience.

“We will wait until the adjusting by the Heavenly Axiom is done. It will naturally release Vitality again once it’s finished with it. When the times comes, only those given permission by the Heavenly Axiom will be able to use it. Wastage is not permitted.

By the time Sir System had woken the hiding Fang Ning, he came to a realization.

“Ren Ruofeng is indeed cunning. He has shifted the blame to Earth’s Heavenly Axiom. There really is no one as smart as he is. This matter involves the Heavenly Axiom anyway so it won’t result in any punishment from the heavens…” Fang Ning was very impressed.

Ren Ruofeng had indeed planned for the situation and a scapegoat was prepared.

“That’s right, he is exactly like you, always looking for scapegoats,” Sir System said condescendingly.

“Listen to yourself. These scapegoats were to help in conducting missions perfectly. Wait a minute, these articles are really talking about deep stuff…” Fang Ning turned the pages a few times and noticed the problem.

“I don’t understand, can you explain clearly?” Sir System said gloomily.

“Didn’t you notice them mentioning to wait until Earth’s Heavenly Axiom is done with the adjustment? Why would one need permission? Oh, I see, the vanishing Vitality is just the beginning. Their true intentions will be revealed later,” Fang Ning sighed as he shook his head.

“Can you make things clearer?” Sir System pushed.

“It’s simple, cultivators who wish to continue will require a permit…” Fang Ning went straight to the point.

“…” Sir System was speechless, these were truly the characteristics of a human being.