At the same time, Xiu also entered another space, completely different from Bai Xi.
It turns out to be...
Mermaid Kingdom.
He was somewhat dazed as he stood on the streets of the Mermaid Kingdom, in what it looked like before it fell into ruin—beautiful, luxurious, and magnificent, with a sun wheel hanging high in the sky.
A look of confusion flashed in his eyes; he didn't know why he was here.
Moreover...
Didn't the Mermaid Kingdom disappear a long time ago?
He turned it off himself.
That's right, Xiu already knows the truth about the Mermaid King City, which comes from his divine body, the true sea god.
He never felt that he and the sea god were one, but some things were indeed inseparable and belonged to him alone.
At least that's how it appears to outsiders.
He looked down and saw in the water his blue and white, shimmering fish tail swaying gently. It was somewhat different from his own, but very similar to that of the sea god, so he had now become the sea god.
"..."
Xiu watched in silence, unaware of the significance of this illusion.
Indeed, with such a poor effect, it's easy to tell that it's an illusion.
After a while, a familiar voice suddenly came to my ears.
"What are you doing here? Didn't you promise to go shopping with me?"
The girl bent down and tilted her head, meeting his gaze as he looked down. In her field of vision was Bai Xi's sweet smile, which also carried a hint of playfulness.
"?"
Xiu was taken aback, because Bai Xi rarely showed such an expression; she was usually very tense.
Even if it's not obvious, even if she's pretending well, the underlying tension in her heart can't be eliminated. He's always watching Bai Xi, so he sees it very clearly.
Whether it's Maggie or Bai Xi.
She never seemed to relax; she always had a mission, something was pushing her forward.
What is that?
Xiu may understand, or he may not.
It was shrouded in mist, and you could only make out its outline, but you couldn't really see it clearly.
But the one in front of me is so happy, looking like he has no worries.
"Okay, I'll go shopping with you."
He should have refused, or used magic to eliminate the illusion before him, but he didn't. He wanted to spend time with this 'Bai Xi,' even if it was fake, because he wanted to know more about her.
Hopefully, this 'Bai Xi' will actually know something about her.
"Why are you so gloomy? Didn't we agree to have a good time exploring Mermaid City today? I really like this place. I could only see it in the history of the continent before, but now I can visit it in person. I'm really excited."
'Bai Xi' pouted, somewhat dissatisfied with Xiu's rather stiff attitude.
"Did you enjoy your stay?"
Xiu asked tentatively.
In the part of his memory about the sea god, Bai Xi seemed to be very interested in the mermaid kingdom, but he eventually shut it down himself.
"dislike!"
'Bai Xi' shook her head frantically.
"These are all people who bully you, how could I possibly like them? I'm just curious, yes, that's right, I'm just curious."
'Bai Xi's' words carried an intimacy that left Xiu stunned for a moment after hearing them.
Because these words sound like he's one of their own, which is... hard to resist.
Even if this might not be Bai Xi's true feelings, but just an illusion to deceive him, he still wouldn't be able to resist.
Hey! What are you daydreaming about?
'Bai Xi' waved her hand in front of Xiu's face, looking somewhat helpless.
"I was thinking that you would care about me."
Xiu said this, something he wouldn't say to Bai Xi.
"certainly."
'Bai Xi' naturally threw out two words.
The two then strolled around the Mermaid Kingdom. Time seemed to fly by, and the sunset, simulated by the Sun Wheel, was approaching.
Xiu was even a little unsatisfied because...
Even though the people around him weren't the real Bai Xi, he still came to understand a part of his own heart through this experience.
Perhaps it's not just because of the breeding season, he.....
It seems she has really fallen for Bai Xi.
Xiu's thoughts wavered, like a flickering candle flame, uncertain yet cautious, and a little shy, afraid that the idea was too intense, yet also afraid that it was too weak and would go out.
However, while he was thinking, 'Bai Xi' suddenly disappeared from his side and appeared at the top of the Tower of Symbols.
By the time Xiu realized what was happening, 'Bai Xi' was already surrounded on the top of the Tower of Symbols by a group of mermaid guards who appeared out of nowhere, and she couldn't leave.
"!"
Xiu's pupils contracted sharply, because this scene had appeared in the Sea God's memory.
If we don't stop it...
The image of Bai Xi turning into bubbles in mid-air flashed through his mind, and instantly the fish's mood sank to the bottom. He rushed towards the Tower of Symbols almost recklessly.
However, 'Bai Xi' stood there calmly, turned her head to face Xiu who was running towards her, and gave him a big smile.
Completely ignoring all the mermaid guards' obstruction, she moved even more gracefully than a mermaid, heading straight towards Xiu.
She rushed into his arms.
"!"
He hugged her tightly, and before Xiu could even process what was happening, he heard 'Bai Xi' in his arms chuckle softly.
"Okay, don't be afraid now. I won't die, I never will."
"That's what 'Bai Xi' said."
In short, Xiu's mind echoed the words of Maggie with golden eyes: he had been blinded by rage and only cared about her departure; it turned out he still hadn't gotten over it.
"Alright, it's time to wake up from this dream. Remember to catch up with me soon."
'Bai Xi' pushed Xiu away, her tone tinged with amusement.
The next second, Xiu left the illusion without causing a ripple. He didn't have to exert much effort or pay a high price to be thrown out of the illusion.
It's as if the 'Bai Xi' in the fantasy simply wanted to have a date with him.
"...Should I win her over soon?"
Xiu revealed a thoughtful expression.
Perhaps she is right.
Bai Xi was unaware of Xiu's thoughts. She was still in her own fantasy, sitting on the bed in the room, enjoying the room that perfectly suited her aesthetic.
A small table by the bed, a delicate little lamp, a rabbit doll placed next to the pillow, and anime posters on the wall.
She liked them all.
The bed was very soft, the kind of softness that made her feel most comfortable. But for some reason, just as she was about to lie down, she felt a chill down her back.
That feeling of being pushed up by something came back.
"..."
Bai Xi subconsciously sat up straight, touching her chin. She was now a spirit, practically no different from a ghost; she was a ghost.
So even if they become ghosts, will they still be targeted by ghosts?
That's so strange!
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