Chapter 402: Sister, Let Go (Third Update)

"I only want to guard my own small plot of land, to protect some people and some things, that is all."

"I want to watch the raging fires burn, and I want to protect a portion of the people amidst the chaos; these two things do not conflict."

"I do not care about the future of the Demon Race, nor do I care about their life or death, but I care about you, and I do not want to make you sad; these two things also do not conflict."

If their deaths would make you feel sorrow, then I will not let them meet the worst possible ending.

Not for their sake, but only for yours.

After conveying his feelings, Ren Yidao prepared to take his hand away from Huang Huang's face, but before it could leave, it was grabbed by a pair of soft, scorching hands.

Ren Yidao:!

He was stunned for a moment, then said helplessly:

"Sister, let go, I have to go home."

But Huang Huang did not let go; she stared at Ren Yidao and asked, word by word:

"Is this not your home?"

Ren Yidao blinked, no longer trying to forcibly pull his hand away, and asked in return:

"Is this my home?"

Huang Huang: "Yes."

She said it firmly, without the slightest hesitation.

"As long as I am here, this is your home; no, even if I am no longer here, this will still be your home."

"As long as you want to return."

The love of a Phoenix is scorching and direct, burning hot yet not frightening.

Ren Yidao was stunned for a moment, then nodded vigorously.

"Alright."

"Then I will definitely return."

"Rest assured, Sister, I will not lie to you."

He pulled his hand out, but not to leave; instead, he stepped forward and wrapped his arms around the lonely woman on the throne.

Huang Huang:!!!

She had never been embraced like this before, and for a moment, she did not know how to react.

Yet, she did not dislike this feeling.

It was very warm and very comfortable.

Then, Huang Huang heard a gentle whisper.

Ren Yidao rested his chin on Huang Huang's shoulder and said softly:

"When that time comes... please welcome me warmly."

"Welcome me home."

Huang Huang pursed her lips and, somewhat timidly, hugged him back, holding Ren Yidao's body.

"... Mn."

This was the promise the two of them had made.

The two of them hugged like this for who knows how long, neither of them taking the initiative to let go.

Suddenly, Ren Yidao chuckled twice, turned his head, and whispered into Huang Huang's ear:

"I almost forgot the final thing."

Huang Huang felt her ear tickle and twitched, but Ren Yidao would not let it go and continued to whisper:

"That plan is still missing one last step."

Huang Huang:!!!

"After they erupt and point their spears at you, you need to become serious at that moment..."

"You must use your strength to make them recognize one fact: you are the true ruler of the Demon Race."

The youth laughed happily, grabbed the woman's hand in return, placed it on top of his own head, and even rubbed against it gently.

"When that time comes, please punish them gently, just like this."

"I know that in your eyes, they are just children, and you cannot bear to be harsh... isn't that right?"

"But this time, you must harden your heart and give those bad children who cannot recognize the truth a sound beating."

"And after the beating, for those who are willing to leave and want to leave, let them go."

Huang Huang's hand trembled; there was hesitation in her heart.

Truly, should she let them go?

Ren Yidao only held her tighter and said with a firm tone:

"Sister, believe me, just surviving is not enough for them."

"Children will grow up; you cannot keep them locked in a safe place forever."

"They will encounter danger, so let them experience it, endure it, and even die... only those who remain at the end are the outstanding ones among them."

"How do the Four Seas Dragon Kings, who have set themselves up as kings, compare to the generals in the Demon Emperor City today?"

Huang Huang was silent.

The answer was obvious; naturally, there was a huge gap.

"Just like today's assassination, in this vast Demon Emperor City, only Cang Hai barely managed to react; to what extent have the others become dull?"

"This time, it was just my own preparation, but what if it were real?"

"The Demon Race Crown Prince dies tragically, and the ten thousand demons have the heart to kill the thieves but lack the power to reverse the situation, left only with lingering hatred for a corpse?"

"Even if you catch the thieves, what use is it? The dead cannot return to life, and everything becomes empty."

"Isn't this ridiculous?"

He placed his hand behind Huang Huang and gently patted her back, soothing her:

"A sharp Sword comes from sharpening; the fragrance of plum blossoms comes from the bitter cold."

"Without experiencing wind and rain, they will forever be mere young beasts who can only bully those in their own nest."

"Sister."

After a long while, Ren Yidao let go of Huang Huang, raised his hands to gently cup her cheeks again, tenderly stroked her golden-red hair, and whispered:

"Let go."

Whether it is them.

Or for me, this traveler about to depart.

It is time to choose to let go.

When Ren Yidao faked his death, he did not tell Cang Lan the truth.

Cang Lan was not as good at acting as he was; if she had known the inside story in advance, she would certainly have exposed some issues.

The benefit was that the plan was completed smoothly.

Of course, there were downsides too.

That was, after Cang Lan learned the truth, she was rarely angry.

Ever since she learned the truth, she had been pouting without saying a word, standing to the side, puffed up with anger.

She was angry.

Angry that Ren Yidao did not tell her, and also angry at herself for not being strong enough, only learning the truth after the fact.

But no matter how furious she was, this time she would not leave Ren Yidao's side for anything, staying within a one-meter radius of him.

Ren Yidao tried to persuade her several times, and after finding it useless, he turned his head to look at Yaoyue, who was smiling and watching the show on the side.

"So, how did you feel about this trip to Demon Emperor City?"

Yaoyue said without hesitation:

"It was boring!"

"As soon as I went in, I was locked up for a long time. When I was finally let out, I hadn't even had a chance to enjoy myself before I had to keep Cang Lanlan company waiting for you to come out of seclusion, and after that... you said you were leaving."

"It was very boring!!!"

"Cang Lanlan looks like she is definitely going to follow you; even if you drive her away, she won't leave."

Indeed, Cang Lan's current appearance was very much like a wronged person saying, "If you drive me away, I'll die for you to see!"

"Heh."

Ren Yidao chuckled and didn't say anything else, continuing to ask Yaoyue:

"So, what do you think? Continue staying in Demon Emperor City as the Demon God's Child? Or do you want to leave with us?"

Yaoyue blinked and laughed carelessly:

"Well, it's not bad here; there are plenty of resources for cultivation, and there's no need to worry about anything else."

"It's just..."

Yaoyue looked at Ren Yidao, her expression changed, no longer playful, and she asked seriously in a low voice:

"Didn't you say before that you would take me with you?"

Ren Yidao looked at her, looking into her deep eyes.

After a long while, he smiled and nodded, saying lightly:

"Then let's go."

"We are... going home."