Golden sunlight scattered across the sky, casting a dazzling golden glow.
Dongfang Yerong sat quietly on the rooftop, gazing at the setting sun, a feeling that was hard to describe welling up inside her.
He knew that parting was imminent, yet he felt a strange sense of attachment to this familiar place.
A slight upturn of his lips revealed a bitter smile, as if mocking his own sentimentality.
Ultimately, he chose to leave alone, shouldering his own mission and responsibility.
Not long after, a figure quietly appeared behind him.
She stood silently, her presence as natural as the air, yet emanating an aura that could not be ignored.
Dongfang Yerong finally broke the silence and asked softly, "Anji, what are your plans for the future?"
His voice was calm and even, without the slightest ripple, but his gaze remained fixed on the distant horizon, as if endless answers and hope were hidden there.
"Your subordinate is willing to follow you to the death, young master." Anji's reply was concise and clear, his tone so indifferent that it was difficult to discern the true emotions behind it.
At that moment, a figure flashed into Anji's mind—Li Baobei.
The person who once gave her warmth and care, becoming the first ray of light in her life.
Memories flooded her mind like a tide, causing her to frown slightly.
As her thoughts raced, the image of the war slave flashed through her mind.
For some reason, a strange sense of loss welled up inside me.
As if she foresaw that she would gradually drift away from these people, this feeling made her uneasy, and she even wondered if she was really sick.
However, she knew all too well that the trajectory of her fate was already predetermined, and was destined to be irresistible.
Whether it's joy or pain, we must face it with equanimity.
So, Anji took a deep breath, trying to calm his inner turmoil, and refocused his attention, keeping his head down with a blank expression.
Dongfang Yerong turned her head slightly to look at Anji behind her and said softly, "You are no longer a guard of the Church of Light. I have already destroyed your indenture. From this moment on, you are free and can do whatever you want."
Upon hearing this, Anji's eyes widened in disbelief.
She couldn't believe what she was hearing.
Am I no longer that lowly being enslaved by others?
Finally, can we pursue all those things that were once out of reach?
However, in that instant, the sense of relief and joy that welled up inside him receded like a tide, replaced by a feeling of bewilderment and helplessness.
Anji instinctively knelt on one knee, his voice trembling slightly as he called out, "Young Master!"
At this moment, a thousand words seemed to be stuck in her throat, leaving her unsure how to express the complex emotions in her heart.
Faced with the silence, hesitation, and confusion, Dongfang Yerong slowly stood up. His gaze was calm and profound, as if he could see through everything.
Then, he said slowly, "Go, if you want, then go and protect her! If one day you feel weary, you can always come back."
Before he finished speaking, Dongfang Yerong lightly tiptoed and disappeared without a trace in the blink of an eye, her figure as swift as a breeze.
Looking at the empty rooftop, Anji slowly straightened up, feeling somewhat disoriented for a moment.
She didn't know where to go or what to do; the future was full of unknowns and uncertainty.
A gentle smile suddenly flashed through her mind without warning.
That smile was so warm and friendly that it made one yearn for it.
Go see her!
A strong impulse surged into his heart, and Anji flew away without any hesitation.
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Li Baobei and He You walked side by side on the bustling street. Their eyes swept over the familiar street in front of them, and an indescribable feeling welled up in their hearts.
Everything seemed to have returned to its original state, and those beautiful memories flooded back to my heart like a tide.
That's great!
She couldn't help but sigh, a slight smile playing on her lips.
Just then, she inadvertently looked up at the street vendors.
However, my gaze was drawn to a familiar figure in the corner.
In just one second, the figure vanished without a trace, like a ghost.
Dark silence, it must be dark silence!
Li Baobei's heart suddenly raced. She stared intently at the corner she had just seen, certain that she hadn't misjudged it.
She turned to He You beside her and said anxiously, "He You, An Ji is here. I want to go see her."
"Mm." Dongfang Yerong's face remained adored with a doting smile as he nodded gently, indicating his understanding and support.
After receiving a response, Li Baobei walked quickly toward the street corner without hesitation.
When she arrived, she saw Anji just as he was about to turn and leave.
"Darkness, don't go!" Li Baobei shouted loudly, her voice clear and resonant, as if it could penetrate the entire street.
The shout was like a thunderclap, deafening and causing everyone around to turn their heads.
Upon hearing the shout, Anji's body trembled violently, and he froze on the spot, standing there silently.
It seems they left without a sound, without even having time to say goodbye.
She felt as if her heart had been hollowed out, and she was extremely disappointed.
Seeing this, Li Baobei rushed forward, grabbed Anji's hands tightly, and said urgently, "Anji, come with me to the Southern Kingdom! I don't want you to be alone..."
Before she could finish speaking, Li Baobei's eyes involuntarily reddened.
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