"Hiss... Terrifying!"

Li Yu withdrew her gaze and did not linger.

The phoenix let out a long, clear cry, flapped its wings, and soared into the sky.

Amidst everyone's blurred vision and the deafening howl of the wind.

The phoenix, clutching the cube-shaped birdcage, transformed into a dazzling streak of platinum light and vanished into the horizon.

The strong winds gradually subsided.

The scorching heat left by the flames gradually dissipated, leaving only a light drizzle in the town.

The residents stared blankly in the direction where Li Yu had disappeared, unable to recover for a long time.

He was still clutching the rough but incredibly precious algae sticks he had been allocated.

As the town was saved, they were even fortunate enough to meet the legendary hero.

The relief of surviving a disaster, the gratitude for the gifts received, and the melancholy of a hero's departure.

A mix of emotions.

"He's gone..." someone murmured.

"Will you come back?" the child asked softly, but was held tightly by the adult and did not answer.

Only the boy who had first thought of praying for Li Yu ran to the edge of the open space and shouted with all his might towards the clouds where Li Yu had disappeared:

"I will become stronger and see you again! Someday—"

The child's voice carried far in the rain, carrying an indomitable spirit that echoed faintly through the valley.

Above, beneath a phoenix flying at high speed.

Zhao Dezheng was still immersed in admiration, his tone filled with boundless worship:

"Li Yu, that inscrutable expression you just made, and that head shake, were truly a stroke of genius!"

"This approach not only rejects the children's unrealistic requests to avoid trouble, but also avoids completely crushing their aspirations, which may even inspire them to be more motivated!"

Before Li Yu could respond, he immediately shouted again:

"I know! This is called 'leaving blank space,' it's called 'planting a seed.'"

"What seems like a rejection actually gives them a long-term goal; it's an incentive!"

Zhao Dezheng's interpretation is becoming increasingly outrageous:

"Brilliant! Absolutely brilliant! This skill in managing emotions and expectations is simply divine."

Li Yu: "..."

He had absolutely no idea why Zhao Dezheng had suddenly gone mad.

However, for Zhao Dezheng, who dares to eat anything, this is already a fairly normal reaction.

Li Yu ignored Zhao Dezheng's nonsense.

With its golden eyes locking onto the silken thread ahead, the phoenix increased its speed again, breaking through the clouds.