Chapter 188 Haste makes waste

The weather is always cold, and the sky becomes hazy. Sometimes, even when it's not raining, there's a bit of fog.

Then everything, near and far, becomes blurry and indistinct. It seems that life often presents such situations, where we are often confused by the things in front of us, and often cannot see clearly what is in front of us, nor do we know what we truly desire in our hearts.

I haven't been feeling well lately, perhaps because I've lost the people who are most important to me now. Although some time has passed, I'm still afraid to touch that most vulnerable spot in my heart. Every time I think of them, my heart aches, and missing them seems to be the only thing I can do now. But who is he in now? I'm the person I was in then, what else can I do? Besides crying, besides rambling on like a broken record about my pain, what else can I do? What about vows of eternal love, about being together forever? Now, thinking about them feels ironic, and hard to accept.

Actually, I'm not exactly a man who doesn't care about food, if we're going by the old standards. There's a saying: "A true man's word is as good as gold." If you're to be a true man, you must keep your promises. I know I sometimes make promises too easily, but I've changed a little lately and am gradually becoming more careful with my words. Therefore, I've decided to stop believing in vows of forever. Because everything requires conditions. If two people are speechless, forever is just torture. If forever is painful, why not happily let go?

My feelings are starting to become hazy; I just don't understand them, and I can't let go yet. But one day I will let go gracefully and will never let these two things bother me again.

I recently added some new friends, and I'm so lucky to have met such wonderful people. Their words make me feel their authenticity and affection. God bless lovers, and I think they will definitely find that special someone in their lives to experience the joys and sorrows of life together. On that day, we can all sit together under the warm sun and look back on the past with fond memories.

Another year, the fragrance of catkins fills the air, drifting and swirling, carrying away the dust of the world, a world of fleeting illusions and uncertainties. To leave is difficult, yet to leave is difficult, until the fragrant catkins finally fade away...

The fine rain of longing dances in the air, lingering in the rainy season, lingering and waiting for a long time. Gazing intently at the once-red walls and green tiles, now faded by the relentless passage of time, leaving only endless gloom and vicissitudes. A delicate hand plays with a lock of her hair, her persistent gaze following the scene before her, her once tranquil heart now ripples with emotion. A feeling of oppression rises in her heart, her eyes redden, her gaze closes slightly, and her chaotic thoughts freeze on that tender, innocent moment from the past.

At this time of year, how much warmth and romance filled the air here! Fragrant catkins nestled happily in the embrace of the drizzling rain, whispering secrets in quiet corners. The rain of Xiaoxiang, the gentle wind, the pattering rain accompanied by pure feelings and deep love painted a warm picture in this moment.

My eyes are filled with deep affection and overflowing with love. My heart leaps with joy, my shy gaze lingering on your graceful figure. Your fragrance is like a delicate orchid, your eyes like autumn waters. We stroll side by side, umbrella in hand, along the moss-covered stone path, I nestle gently beside you, inhaling your unique scent. I am completely captivated by your tender affection, willing to be intoxicated by this blissful moment, lost in a dream that lasts a thousand years.

A misty sky, a light drizzle, a hazy mood...

My thoughts returned to reality, leaving me with an indescribable feeling, a sense of confusion and disarray, and a faint salty taste in my mouth. I looked up at the gray sky; a light drizzle continued. A gentle breeze stirred, causing a few strands of hair to dance in the air. Feeling the loneliness of those strands, I touched my face with my bare hand, and realized that my cheek was wet. I was confused, unable to distinguish whether the saltiness in my mouth was rain or tears…

Setting aside the deep sigh in my heart, I strolled alone, umbrella in hand. I followed the winding stone path of yesteryear. The moss on the path was still tender and vibrant, brimming with life. Recalling that familiar scent, I felt a sudden, heart-wrenching pain. So this is what heartache feels like.

Yesterday's joyous songs and laughter faded with the evening breeze; today, loneliness and desolation ache for this life. I recall the happy faces and songs of yesteryear, but now all is gone. I only regret that we have no chance to meet again in this life or the next.

The rain continued to drizzle, and my thoughts remained somewhat hidden.

Since we cannot be together, let this love reside forever in our hearts. Perhaps, one day in some month of some year, I will recall this past and be willing to indulge myself, letting my lonely heart temporarily melt away in the warmth of yesteryear. Perhaps, after a moment, I will return to my true self in reality.

A gentle breeze, a touch of longing, a quiet mood...

Everyone has their own stories and experiences. Everyone has their own unforgettable memories. Perhaps, these memories contain not only sweetness, but also bitterness, sourness, spiciness, and saltiness—this is the reality of life. Perhaps I have already become a passerby in your life, and we can only cherish those beautiful memories together, occasionally reminiscing about the sweetness of the past.

Xu Que nodded: "That makes sense! If it weren't for Captain Wang's skill activation pill, we would definitely be dead! Without the ice crystals to absorb, we would probably be skin and bones by now! You can't let someone steal the crystals without you even knowing it last time!"

Xu Que nodded sincerely, "No way! I've found a very safe place this time! I can hide these crystals for thousands of years and no one will find them!" Xu Que said confidently.

Xu Que's friend became curious and asked, "Where is the place roughly?"

Xu Que looked around to make sure no one was there before saying, "We found a towering tree in a dense forest fifty kilometers away from here. Strangely, the trunk is hollow? It should be able to hide a lot of crystals inside, making it difficult for people or aliens to find."

"It's just a bit far from here! But for us giants, it's not that far! After all, we have long legs!" Xu Que added again.

"Haha, yes! But don't worry, I can fly now! I should be able to carry this amount of crystal!" Xu Que's son said.

Just then, Hou came walking over from the side of the primitive tribe! Xu Que quickly went to meet him: "Captain Wang, do me a favor later! I need to hide these ice crystals so I can have them in reserve when we run out of ice crystals!"

Hou nodded in agreement to Xu Que's request: "Your Frost Greatsword is awesome! Judging from the various ways these super behemoths died, the power of this Frost Greatsword must be considerable! It wouldn't be an exaggeration to describe it as world-destroying!"

At this moment, Xu Que had already used a super large bag to collect all the rare crystals and ice crystals that the lava Pompeii worm had scattered on the ground.

Xu Que's son carried a large bag of ice crystals and flew away in the direction Xu Que pointed.

Xu Que shouldered a huge sack filled with ice crystals and walked with Hou toward the forest of towering trees.

Xu Que flew forward and soon arrived at the forest. Based on the towering trees that Xu Que had told him about earlier, he quickly found the tree that was said to have a hollow trunk.

As Xu Que walked, he chatted casually, and the conversation eventually turned to the towering tree: "When we get to that big tree in the forest, could you please use your indestructible saw to cut a square hole in the trunk of that tree so I can put the crystals I'm carrying into the trunk?"