Xiao Ning's heart was like a turbulent sea, with all kinds of complicated emotions intertwined. His curiosity about the mysterious and unknown upper world was like a blazing flame, rising uncontrollably; however, at the same time, fear enveloped his heart like a shadow.
He couldn't help but begin to imagine that the upper world might not be the legendary paradise at all, but a dark place filled with oppression and despair, where the light of hope was like a candle in the wind, weak and could be extinguished at any time.
In a trance, pictures emerged before his eyes: countless people were struggling to survive in the upper realm, their faces were haggard and exhausted, and their eyes revealed deep helplessness.
These people must have a fervent yearning for freedom in their hearts, but reality ruthlessly binds them to this seemingly gorgeous but actually cold and cruel world.
"No wonder Sister Rouxue is determined not to ascend to the upper realm. With her strong character, how could she be willing to be bullied and trampled underfoot by others!" Xiao Ning murmured to himself.
Xue Lian, who was standing by, heard this and shook his head gently, then said slowly:
"You really underestimate You Rong Rouxue. Even in the upper realm, the number of people who can defeat her can be counted on one hand. She is invincible in the lower realm and has no rivals, but she is also one of the top powers in the upper realm. The reason why she doesn't want to go to the upper realm is simply that she doesn't like the lifestyle there."
After hearing this, Xiao Ning fell into a brief contemplation. After a long while, as if he had finally made up his mind, he raised his head, looked at Xue Lian with a firm gaze, and asked:
"So, regarding Sister Xuan Ya's matter, is there really no other better solution?"
Xue Lian's eyes flashed with a ripple, and his hands trembled unconsciously, as if he was experiencing a fierce struggle in his heart. After a long time, he shook his head, and there was a hint of sadness in his tone, as if the sadness had been deeply embedded in his bones.
"Unless Rong Rouxue is willing, there is no other way."
His voice was low and firm, like a heavy hammer, hitting Xiao Ning's heart hard. The room fell into a long silence, only time passed quietly. Until Jiang Yinli walked into the room, her surprised expression broke the suffocating silence.
"Mr. Xiao, your dishwashing liquid is really powerful. It washes the dishes so cleanly. It's so convenient!"
Jiang Yinli's voice was clear and pleasant, like a clear spring, flowing into everyone's heart.
Xiao Ning slowly turned his head and looked at Jiang Yinli, a hint of tenderness flashed in his eyes. He nodded gently in response, then slowly stood up, looked at Xue Lian firmly, and asked the last question.
"Are you not going to see Sister Rouxue again?"
Xue Lian heard this, and the corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a bitter smile. His eyes revealed a deep sense of helplessness and self-mockery.
"If I see her again, I will waste another body of mine. I only have a few substitutes left, so I can't waste them."
There was a hint of sarcasm in Xue Lian's words, but more of it was helplessness and acceptance of fate.
Listening to Xue Lian's teasing, Xiao Ning didn't say much. He silently took out a ring from his arms and gently placed it in Xue Lian's hand. Inside was some ingredients and seasonings that Xiao Ning brought from Blue Star, enough for the two of them to eat for a while.
Xue Lian saw the scene and immediately broke into an undisguised smile. She took the ring with great joy and said happily, "These are rare treasures. I won't be polite to you anymore!"
As he spoke, he looked at the ring in his hand with great adoration. The ring was sparkling with an enchanting luster under the sunlight. It was so charming.
Xiao Ning, who was standing nearby, saw Xue Lian's smug look and couldn't help but roll his eyes and said unhappily:
"In that case, I'll be leaving first. You'd better remember this! Don't have any bad ideas about me again!" After saying that, he turned around and was about to leave.
However, before Xiao Ning took a few steps, Xue Lian's smiling voice came from behind him:
"Hehe, don't worry! I will protect you silently in secret! After all, you have the soul of my wife in you!"
Although these words sound a bit joking, the deep affection and heavy sense of responsibility contained in them are self-evident.
Hearing this, Xiao Ning could no longer suppress his anger. He turned around and yelled at Xue Lian:
"Fuck you!"
This sudden roar was like a thunder that shook the earth, resounding through the sky and reaching outside the house. For a moment, the air around seemed to be frozen by this deafening shout, and it took a long time before it gradually returned to calm.
The afternoon sun shone through the dense forest, forming golden beams of light through the gaps between the dead trees. Xiao Ning walked out of the mysterious forest with light steps. His figure gradually moved away, and finally arrived at the place where the carriage was parked.
I saw a tall horse with fiery red fur nibbling the bark and weeds around it leisurely. Its strong limbs stood firmly, and its long tail swayed gently from time to time, as if playing with the breeze.
When the red horse heard Xiao Ning's approaching footsteps, it immediately raised its head, its bright eyes fixed on the front. After seeing that the person coming was its master, it neighed happily, spread its four hooves, and quickly ran towards Xiao Ning. In the blink of an eye, it came to Xiao Ning's side.
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