novelapdf Chapter 252 The greatest kindness is the most ruthless; small kindness is like great evil.
Chapter 252 The greatest kindness is the most ruthless; small kindness is like great evil.
"Impossible, absolutely impossible!"
"Evil is destruction, evil is annihilation, evil is harming others, evil is selfishness, and your understanding of evil... how could it be like this!"
The man in black shook his head frantically; the scene before him was utterly shattering his understanding of the world.
This image represents the evil that arises from Zhao Gongming's personality, and it is also his understanding of evil.
He will conjure up whatever image he deems evil, thus amplifying the evil thoughts in his heart, and ultimately sinking into his own evil for eternity.
For example, if someone believes that killing is evil, then they will live in killing forever and will be unable to escape this world.
However, Zhao Gongming's black mist presented a peaceful appearance, which shocked the man in black. He had never seen anyone understand evil in this way.
After all, in his eyes, evil is evil and good is good, and the two cannot be confused.
But Zhao Gongming had a different understanding of evil.
A man went to provide disaster relief and, in front of the victims, threw sand into the pot of porridge they were eating. Later, when food was scarce, he even replaced the relief grain with chaff meant for livestock.
After the disaster was quelled, later generations praised this person highly.
A man's wife fell seriously ill. In order to save her, he stole someone else's cattle and horses. As a result, the other family became impoverished and cursed his evil deeds. However, his wife was cured and praised his good deeds.
It was supposed to be evil, but it yielded good results.
Some masters dote on their disciples, who then become arrogant and domineering after cultivating and growing, killing innocent people indiscriminately, and are eventually brought to justice in the great calamity.
What should have been a good deed ended up with a bad result!
"Buzz—"
At this moment, the original black mist suddenly changed, turning into a half-black and half-white mist, symbolizing the coexistence of good and evil.
"Have you seen enough?"
At some point, Zhao Gongming regained his senses. He ripped off the black silk covering the man in black's face, revealing a terrified expression.
This method can only manipulate pure evil thoughts; it loses all effect when good and evil coexist.
"How could you possibly believe that good and evil can coexist?" the man asked, his voice filled with doubt and surprise.
Zhao Gongming did not finish off the other party immediately. Instead, he pondered for a moment. For some reason, something suddenly flashed through his mind after the other party asked the question.
It's as if, if he figured out this problem, the deepest confusion lingering in his heart would also be resolved!
"How is that possible?"
At this moment, Zhao Gongming was also slightly taken aback. The deepest confusion in his heart was naturally about the being that had attacked him in the Qiankun Cauldron that day, the being that even the Great God Pangu would feel nervous about.
But what does that existence have to do with good and evil?
As Zhao Gongming pondered, the man didn't seize the opportunity to make a move, as if his only method was to draw out the good and evil in others' hearts. Or perhaps, he was also very curious about Zhao Gongming's answer.
After a long while, Zhao Gongming slowly spoke: "I believe that the greatest good is the most ruthless, and the smallest good is like the greatest evil."
As the saying goes, "Heaven and earth are ruthless, treating all things like straw dogs."
"Heaven and earth are neither benevolent nor unrighteous; they treat all things fairly, just as they treat a discarded dog."
"Heaven and earth nurture all things, endowing every living being with the conditions for survival. Yet they show no favoritism, leaving no one to grow old, sick, or die. This is, in fact, 'great benevolence,' but it is often the most ruthless."
"Therefore, some people resent the injustice of Heaven, but this is the manifestation of the balance of all things. Thus, good and evil cannot be confused, but can coexist."
Upon hearing Zhao Gongming's words, the man's expression immediately brightened.
"I see, I see!"
He excitedly gestured and exclaimed, "The greatest good is the most ruthless, and the smallest good is like the greatest evil. In this vast world, it's simply a matter of different perspectives. My actions may cause evil to others, but they may also cause good to others. Therefore, good and evil cannot be definitively judged by a single incident!"
Different stances!!!
Upon hearing the man's words, Zhao Gongming's heart suddenly stirred, as if he had grasped something of particular importance. But just as he was about to think further, a sharp pain suddenly came from his primordial spirit!
"What a terrifying existence! It's something I can't even bear to think about?"
Zhao Gongming was stern. The being he was slashing at was definitely far superior to the Heavenly Dao of the Primordial World. He could even calculate the Heavenly Dao, but he couldn't even think about that "person"!
This is also normal.
This is the absolute suppression of rank. If Zhao Gongming were a mere mortal, and he opened his mouth to curse "You damned heavens" and "My fate is in my own hands, not in the heavens," he would definitely be struck dead by lightning in the prehistoric world.
This is why all living beings in the primordial world held the Heavenly Dao in extraordinary awe, and even the Human Emperor eventually changed his name to "Son of Heaven".
The gap between Zhao Gongming and that being is now like the gap between mortals and the Heavenly Dao—an absolute chasm that cannot be crossed!
"It seems that cultivation level is the only standard by which everything is measured!"
Zhao Gongming sighed. Only by improving his strength as soon as possible could he uncover more secrets in this vortex and have more chances to save his life.
Thinking of this, he stopped hesitating, looked directly at the man who was gesticulating wildly, and slapped him away with one hand.
What's truly astonishing is that after the man was scattered, he turned into mist and then reformed.
However, the man who re-formed did not possess the previous eeriness and malice; instead, he exuded an aura of tranquility and peace.
He looked at Zhao Gongming and bowed deeply: "Thank you, fellow Daoist, for helping me to sever this evil thought."
"My name is Taizhi, a Chaos God and Demon. I originally came here to seek opportunities, but I was corrupted by evil thoughts and turned into a ferryman on the other shore. If it weren't for your help, I would probably be here steering the boat until I find a replacement."
Upon hearing the words of the Demon God Tai, Zhao Gongming suddenly understood.
No wonder Taizhi's evil intentions attacked him. It turns out that everyone who boards the ship becomes a new captain, replacing the former as they ferry passengers back and forth across the sea to the other side.
Shichen didn't tell him any of these things!
Zhao Gongming narrowed his eyes and asked again, "Then where will you go after I replace you?"
"To become part of the ship to the other shore."
Tai Zhi gave a bitter smile: "At that time, my remnant soul will be completely annihilated, but it's better than being bound by evil thoughts and unable to extricate myself, constantly trapped in a painful illusion."
hiss……
Upon hearing his words, Zhao Gongming felt a chill run down his spine.
No wonder this huge ship felt so eerie; it turns out it was forged from countless chaotic beings, essentially a "human flesh" ship!
"Boom!"
Just then, the ship on the other side suddenly shook violently, and then, as if it had lost its sense of direction, it began to deviate from its previous course and wander aimlessly in the sea on the other side.
Upon seeing this, Tai exclaimed in alarm, "Oh no, there's no ferryman on the other side!"