Era of Heroic Spirits: I Was Exposed by Alaya

The greatest tragedy in life is when two who once loved each other become enemies.

Indeed.

Nameless had raised Qin Shi Huang, protected him time and again—he was the most important person in the emperor's life.

Yet now.

The one who sought to destroy Qin Shi Huang's eternal empire was none other than his beloved master.

This was the cruelest punishment for the First Emperor.

Nothing could compare.

In the real-world Epang Palace.

All the Heroic Spirits stole glances at the unfolding scene.

This was big trouble!

Originally meant to showcase the majesty and dominance of Qin Shi Huang to all, it turned into a massive exposure of his darkest moments!

Even the mentor who once taught him drew his sword to fight against him.

Could this really continue to be broadcast?

Zhuge Liang couldn't help but feel a bleak future ahead.

If Qin Shi Huang's darkest moments were truly exposed, countless Chinese citizens watching the video would undoubtedly lose faith.

How could the nation unite wholeheartedly to oppose the Council of Gods then?

The problem was.

This video was personally uploaded by [Alaya], and no one had the authority to delete it.

It could even be viewed offline—no internet required!

Unless the entire country was instantly plunged into a blackout, rendering all phones and computers unusable for viewing!

Zhuge Liang's mind was already racing with contingency plans.

The first thing after the video ended would be a PR campaign to defend His Majesty.

Han Xin also frowned slightly: "Does this mean we'll have to resort to a mutually destructive strategy, even at the risk of devastating China, just to defeat the Council of Gods?"

As a strategist, he sought only victory.

Even if the cost was to lose eight hundred while killing a thousand!

While the group was lost in thought.

Qin Shi Huang remained motionless, staring at the screen without any change in expression.

Mentor… no wonder you never came to find me back then.

So much more happened afterward…

In the video.

"To establish the heart of heaven and earth, to set the destiny of the people, to continue the lost teachings of the sages, to bring peace for all generations—this was what I once taught you."

Nameless sighed as he looked at the other. "But have you fulfilled it?"

His eyes were filled with disappointment and resignation.

As if looking at a mischievous child.

Not the King of the Lostbelt who unified the world and enslaved all of humanity.

"I have! Heaven and earth have no heart, but man does—so I act as Heaven's executioner!"

Qin Shi Huang answered without hesitation: "Culture is the root of all evil, so I sealed away the wisdom of the people, cutting off the source of conflict and war."

"After endless years of strife, I built an eternal empire—one of everlasting peace!"

These were the very words he had once spoken when asked how to rule as an emperor.

The same teachings his mentor had imparted to him.

Nameless replied with restrained anger: "But your so-called peace is nothing more than treating people like livestock—never as equals!"

"I alone am eternal and indestructible, the only true human in this world. How could I possibly regard mere humans as my equals?"

Qin Shi Huang's expression remained calm. "I acknowledge it. I bear all responsibility—the endless burdens and sins are mine alone to carry. They need only enjoy the peace I provide!"

"Is it wrong for me to shelter humanity like this?"

In just a few exchanges.

The Lostbelt King's attitude toward humanity was laid bare before all.

In his eyes, humans were not his kind.

They were more like rare animals kept in a zoo.

Seemingly well-fed, sheltered from the storms and hunger of the wild.

Yet every aspect of their lives, from birth to death, was meticulously controlled.

Forever confined within cages.

Without a shred of true freedom.

"Your so-called shelter is nothing but selfish domestication—not true protection!"

Nameless' voice grew fiercer with anger: "By what right do you claim to represent the will of all? By what right do you control the lives and futures of everyone? What have you truly protected?"

"Humans possess countless inherent flaws. Their insatiable desires will ultimately consume them, which is why they must be ruled by my absolute rationality."

Qin Shi Huang answered with supreme confidence.

To achieve eternal peace under heaven, the root of all evil must be eradicated at its source.

Thus, he chose to shoulder all burdens, to control everything, personally managing every aspect of the vast empire.

"Our paths diverge; we cannot walk together. It seems you, Qin Shi Huang, have ultimately become my opposite."

Nameless completely abandoned any attempt at persuasion: "Then let me defeat you with my own hands and teach you once more!"

"Oh? Are you certain?"

Qin Shi Huang showed slight surprise.

He suddenly spun in a circle before his opponent, like a child showing off new clothes.

"Master, this body of mine is a genuine artificial immortal, the pinnacle achievement of the Eternal Qin Empire's technology spanning over two thousand years!"

Qin Shi Huang pointed at himself, "This form represents the ultimate existence of humanity! Overcoming death, transcending yin and yang, achieving true immortality - the one and only perfected being!"

"The ultimate human, the eternal sovereign who reigns supreme over all mankind!"

Yes, this body was his proudest masterpiece.

Forged through two millennia of Qin's technological advancement, perfected to the extreme.

Even facing the mysterious and powerful Master, Qin Shi Huang dared declare his absolute invincibility.

Because he was truly the unmatched ruler under heaven!

Qin Shi Huang smiled, "Master, I advise you to surrender. I can grant you the same transcendence over life and death, to rule this world eternally by my side!"

"But I refuse!"

Nameless rejected without hesitation.

Eternal life and dominion over the world - the greatest temptation for any man.

Yet, it meant nothing to him.

Having walked through human history, he'd long lost count of his years. He had no need for so-called immortality.

Instead, he yearned to be an ordinary man.

Nameless coldly snorted at his opponent, "Even if that body of yours possesses a Grand-class spiritual foundation, I'll still defeat you with my own hands!"

Grand-class!

A weighty phrase left all viewers stunned—

-[So, Qin Shi Huang casually created a Grand-class Servant?]

-[Holy shit, if he can create a Grand-class, how strong is his true mechanical saint body?]

-[Since it's a crafted body, can't all its stats just be set to EX rank?]

-[Possessing the strength of Heracles, the firepower of the King of Heroes, and the vast mana of a Holy Grail—damn, how the hell do you even fight this?!]

...

At the marketplace.

Gilgamesh frowned slightly. "Creating a Grand-class Spirit Origin?"

Even he couldn't do that!

It wasn't that they were strong because they were Grand-class—it was because they were strong that they were called Grand-class!

The Seven Grand Servants—only one per class.

But.

There were many more powerful Heroic Spirits who qualified for Grand status.

For example, him and Merlin, both candidates for the Grand Caster.

Yet the human body of Qin Shi Huang before them was a genuine, top-tier Grand-class Ruler.

Not one of the Seven Grand Servants, yet possessing a Spirit Origin of the same caliber.

And this was a body he had crafted with his own hands!

"That's absurdly ridiculous!" Cú Chulainn gaped in disbelief.

Creating a Grand-class body!

Was this the terror of a Lostbelt King?

Before this, it would've been nothing but a fantasy—no one would've believed it if told!

Not even his teacher could accomplish such a feat.

After all, his teacher wasn't even a Grand Servant, let alone capable of crafting a Grand-class body.

That was Grand-class!

Back in Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia, that Grand Assassin had imposed the concept of [Death] upon Tiamat—an incomprehensible level of power!

"Truly formidable." Heracles' eyes burned with fighting spirit.

The opponent's overwhelming strength excited him—a truly transcendent adversary.

It made him want to throw everything aside and fight with abandon.

Alas, he was just an ordinary laborer now, hauling bricks to earn money and support his daughter.

As for battles… he'd leave that to Nameless.

Gilgamesh crossed his arms, a pleased smirk curling his lips. "This king would like to see how you plan to defeat him!"

Come on, since you dared to chop this king's arm off, don't hold back now.

Hack off his arm, stab his heart—give Qin Shi Huang the full treatment and make him lose face in front of the entire world!

The video continued.

"Hahaha, my teacher, it seems I must personally defeat you and show you who is truly correct!"

Qin Shi Huang suddenly burst into laughter. "The future and hope you speak of in Pan-Human History are utterly insignificant before me!"

"You disappoint me! Once, we stood together against the gods—why have you instead become one?"

Nameless raised his sword, pointing it at the emperor. "Zheng'er, let me teach you one final lesson—I'll restore your humanity!"