The setting sun was like blood, and the last rays of light gradually disappeared at the western horizon, leaving the world in a vast twilight.
He stood tall and imposing atop the precipice, dressed in a long black robe whose sleeves fluttered in the wind. The robe was adorned with dazzling gold and dark red embroidery, resembling stars twinkling in the night sky.
At this moment, he held a long sword that gleamed with silver light, gazing melancholically at the distant, undulating mountains, like a god descending from the sky, majestic and mysterious.
Suddenly, a faint, almost imperceptible sound of footsteps sounded behind him, like a gentle breeze rustling through the grass, but this subtle sound could not escape He You's keen hearing.
In an instant, he moved like lightning, his silver sword thrusting fiercely at the person behind him, the sword light like a rainbow, the momentum like a thunderbolt.
Dongfang Yerong was no ordinary person either. He quickly drew his sword and blocked He You's sharp blade, which was as fierce as a gust of wind.
In an instant, sword energy crisscrossed, and a strong wind caused the clothes of the two to flutter, while the leaves around them fell in a flurry, like a colorful rain of leaves.
"What did you do to her?" He You's voice was icy cold, filled with an uncontrollable violent aura, as if he was trying to restrain some surging emotion in his heart.
"Hehe..." Dongfang Yerong's lips curled up slightly, revealing a faint smile, her tone as calm as still water, "What do you think I could do to Nannan?"
His answer was nonchalant, leaving people unable to discern his true intentions, which added to his mystique.
"I forgot to tell you, Nan Nan and I are getting married soon."
These words were like a sharp blade, piercing straight into He You's heart.
A flicker of surprise crossed his eyes, followed by endless pain and rage.
However, after only a moment's hesitation, he raised his sword again, its sharp aura carrying a fierce edge, and thrust it fiercely towards Dongfang Yerong.
"You are not worthy to call her name!" He You roared angrily, his voice echoing through the mountains like thunder.
His eyes were bloodshot, and he exuded an uncontrollable killing intent.
Not to be outdone, Dongfang Yerong brandished his longsword and engaged He You in a thrilling life-or-death struggle.
The two men's moves became increasingly ferocious, and each clash was accompanied by sparks flying, dazzling the eyes.
Their figures darted and weaved on the cliff edge, like a pair of butterflies dancing gracefully, yet fraught with deadly danger.
This fierce battle was a visual feast; the air around them seemed to tense up because of their fight.
The wind howled, and the leaves rustled, as if providing accompaniment for this duel.
In terms of martial arts skills, Dongfang Yerong is naturally slightly inferior to He You.
Not long after, He You was seen holding a long sword, the tip of which was already pressed against Dongfang Ye Rong's throat.
"Why...why did she forget me? Could it be that you interfered?" He You stared intently at Dongfang Yerong, her eyes filled with anger, but she still tried her best to control her emotions.
Dongfang Yerong's eyes were red, but her tone remained the same: "Why would she forget you? Don't you care? When she was with you, did she ever have a moment of peace?"
"Heh..." Dongfang Yerong gave a cold, desolate laugh, then said, "What's there to worry about? As the Emperor of the Southern Kingdom, Wanqiji, don't you think that the best option is for her to leave you? With your abilities, how can you possibly protect her?"
Upon hearing this, He You's heart skipped a beat, and a look of hesitation appeared on his face.
At that very moment, Dongfang Yerong flashed and easily leaped backward.
Upon seeing this, He You immediately came to his senses, raised his sword and thrust forward again, intending to subdue him and find out what had happened in the past year.
"No!" A scream rang out through the sky.
Suddenly, a beautiful, snow-white figure appeared between the two of them.
Li Baobei stepped forward and blocked He You's blade aimed at Dongfang Yerong.
He You was shocked and tried to withdraw his sword, but it was too late.
A flash of sword light appeared, and the sharp tip of the sword mercilessly pierced Li Baobei's frail body. Time seemed to freeze at that moment.
An excruciating pain shot through Li Baobei's chest, as if it were tearing her heart apart.
The pain was so intense that she couldn't breathe and her vision blurred.
"Why worry~~"
As her consciousness began to fade, the name she had longed for day and night was finally squeezed out from between her teeth.
At the same time, a face that was all too familiar came into her view.
That was the person she longed for and dreamed of day and night!
However, at this moment, she didn't even have the strength to blink.
What's there to worry about? I really miss you...
These words echoed repeatedly in Li Baobei's mind, but she was too weak to say them aloud.
She could only gaze silently at that face, so close yet so far, letting her tears blur her vision.
As her last shred of consciousness faded, her world was plunged into complete darkness.
I remember now~
But I'm so unwilling to accept it!
This time, I will never forget you again, Heyou!
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He You was heartbroken and immediately hugged Li Baobei tightly, trying to cover the wound on her chest where blood was gushing out.
However, the bright red blood flowed like a flood bursting its banks, flowing endlessly and unstoppable no matter what.
"No...no...no..." He You cried out in heartbreak, her voice filled with despair and helplessness.
"Nannan, Nannan, don't be afraid..." He You's voice trembled uncontrollably with extreme grief.
His eyes were red-rimmed and bloodshot. He hugged Li Baobei tightly, then used his lightness skill to fly away quickly.
Seeing this, Dongfang Yerong was extremely anxious and wanted to chase after them, but was held back tightly by Anji.
The war slave stared at the darkness not far away, a complex emotion that was hard to describe showing in his eyes.
He opened his mouth as if he had something to say, but in the end he didn't say it.
Finally, he took a deep breath and resolutely sped off in the direction where He You had disappeared.
On this cliff, the wind howled fiercely, so violently that it was almost impossible to open one's eyes...
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