Mythology: Ragnarok

Chapter 316 The End

Argrede's words instantly left Xuan Yuan Muze speechless, because Xuan Yuan Muze suddenly remembered that most of the fairy tales written by the most famous fairy tale master in his hometown also had similar dark endings. However, in the era after Xuan Yuan Muze was born, those fairy tales were beautified by later generations and eventually changed beyond recognition. Xuan Yuan Muze only came into contact with the true versions of these fairy tales after he grew up.

Xuan Yuan Muze had to admit that Agreed's words were indeed true to some extent. Self-deception would only cause greater harm to those children in the end. At this moment, Xuan Yuan Muze inexplicably thought of a sentence Agreed had said: "People who are suffering cannot accept tragedy." As a result, the atmosphere instantly became cold. Stukov and Agreed looked at each other, knowing that their words had probably hurt the young man's fragile heart.

Seeing this, Stukov shrugged and comforted him, "Traveler, don't take it to heart. That's just how he is, spouting a bunch of grand theories. Even things that are right sound wrong to him. Let's put aside fairy tales for now and look at other literary works instead."

Without waiting for a reply, Stokoff led Xuanyuan Muze away from the fairy tale book display case and went to visit other areas.

While passing by the literature section exhibiting "All Aspects of Human Life," Stokoff impulsively bought a copy of his own work and gave it to Xuan Yuan Muze. He then said, "Young friend, I don't have much to give you since we're meeting for the first time, so I'll just give you this book that I wrote myself."

Upon seeing this, Xuanyuan Muze immediately accepted the book with both hands with utmost respect. Agreed also joked from the side, "You should definitely take a good look at this book when you have time. I must say, this roughneck actually has some knowledge. It's well-written, with many ornate words and thought-provoking philosophical insights. To be honest, when I first read it, I really didn't expect it to be written by him. You've really taught me a lesson, showing me with facts that 'there is absolutely no connection between the author and the work.' Who would have thought that someone who always uses interjections could write such a refined book?"

Stokoff waved his hand dismissively and said, "Get lost, get lost. If you can't compliment someone, then don't compliment them. Why do you say such awful things? Besides, I'm not actually satisfied with this book, but unfortunately, this is the best I can do. I still haven't reached the perfect level of a literary master that I envision."

Xuanyuan Muze then asked, "What do you think is the most perfect realm of literature?"

Stokoff tilted his head slightly upwards and replied with a sense of loss, "The so-called most perfect literary realm is just a personal goal of mine. I personally believe that the truly top-level literary masters are those who can use the simplest, most concise, and even most easily understood writing style to depict an imaginative world in their books with extremely concise language. They can also use plain language that even children can understand to make their thoughts and concise truths resonate deeply with people. If a book can be understood and read by everyone, then it is already a perfect work."

Xuanyuan Muze shook his head after listening and said, "This requirement is too demanding. How could anyone possibly meet it?"

Stokoff chuckled and replied, "That's what I demand of myself. You always have to push yourself. What if you succeed? It's a pity that I've never had a better work than 'Humanity in My Life,' and it's far from my ultimate goal. Now I'm just living one day at a time, and I'm afraid there won't be any more breakthroughs."

Stokkov was secretly saddened by this, but he still forced a smile and said, "Alright, let's stop talking about me and continue browsing the exhibition. Look over there... that~" Stokkov raised his hand and pointed in a direction, but suddenly, for some reason, everything went black before Stokkov's eyes and he collapsed to the ground.

Argreed caught him quickly and swiftly, and thankfully he did, otherwise even though Mrs. Stoke was tall and strong, the back of his head would definitely not have been able to withstand the impact with the marble floor tiles.

This sudden turn of events completely terrified Xuan Yuan Mu Ze, while Agreed calmly provided first aid to Stukov and simultaneously instructed those around him to use their communication devices to send an emergency signal to the hospital.

After a flurry of activity, Stukov was carried away on a stretcher by medical staff and taken to the hospital emergency room through a spatial portal for emergency treatment. As a result, Agreed and Xuanyuan Muze lost their mood for sightseeing and simply went with the medical staff to take care of Stukov.

After a long period of emergency treatment, Stukov's life was temporarily saved, and he was transferred from the emergency room to the intensive care unit. Xuan Yuan Muze and Agrede were then invited to the dean's office to explain the situation.

Inside the hospital office, Dean Seti, who had previously received Xuan Yuan Muze, was sitting across from the two of them. Seti greeted Xuan Yuan Muze warmly, saying, "It's been a long time, distinguished guest. I didn't expect you to have made contact with the literary giant of this planet so quickly. Since you're here to accompany him, let me tell you about the patient's condition."

Xuan Yuan Mu Ze asked, puzzled, "Shouldn't we wait until the family arrives and discuss this with them? It's not appropriate for us two outsiders to do this, is it?"

Seti glanced at Xuan Yuan Muze with slight surprise, then suddenly realized and rubbed his forehead, saying, "It's a little different here than in your hometown. The patient's condition doesn't necessarily have to be told to relatives. And the fact that you came here to visit and take care of him so quickly shows that you are much more reliable than many relatives in terms of your actions."

Hospitals only keep sensitive medical conditions strictly confidential and only discuss them with the patient. For example, we will keep a series of diseases related to the sexual organs very secret and try to tell only the patient. Moreover, we will try to keep the treatment process as confidential as possible out of respect.

"Alright, that concludes the explanation. Let's first discuss His Excellency Stokkov's situation."

As he spoke, Sett took out Stukov's medical report from his drawer. After reviewing the report with his professional expertise and confirming that everything was correct, Sett sighed and slowly said, "What I'm about to say may be hard to accept, so please be prepared. According to our repeated tests, His Excellency Stukov's body has exhausted all its life energy and is rapidly failing. According to our optimistic estimate, His Excellency Stukov can only hold on until the morning of three days from now at most. So if you two have anything to say to him... please do so as soon as possible."