r18novel Chapter 1228 - 1225: Dealing with the Aftermath
Chapter 1228 - 1225: Dealing with the Aftermath
Before him stood a guardian giant dragon, its immense figure commanding the skies with an undeniable majesty, as if it were a general on the battlefield, raising a long sword high, its arms transformed into the most formidable fortress, defending everything behind it.Footsteps slowly echoed, moving in a measured rhythm—one, two, three. Turning his gaze, deep within the dark passage, a figure approached, breaking through the shadows. Around her, azure and crimson spiritual powers intertwined, intermittently appearing, with two figures trailing behind—one enveloped in crimson spiritual power, and the other possessing a pair of gleaming, catlike blue eyes.
In that moment, Wei Ming, who intended to fight desperately, lowered his head and smiled a relaxed smile, and Ji Qiutang, having seemingly fulfilled his mission, smiled lightly, his eyes steadfastly watching the figure stepping out of the darkness. The ancient pool, once serene, was thrown into turmoil as if a small pebble had been cast into it, shattering years of tranquility, and waves surged forth.
The instant the darkness was left behind, the boy’s spiritual power spread throughout the space.
The Galaxy emerged once more, the starry sea sparkled, and the boy chuckled softly. The space turned; Ji Qiutang and Wei Ming, originally in front of him, saw a blur before their eyes, a shift in position, finding themselves now behind the boy, allowing them to see clearly the identities of the two figures following him.
The child, whose steps were unsteady due to crimson spiritual power, was evidently the same child they had previously rescued—the one whose heart had been replaced and should have been lying on a hospital bed undergoing emergency treatment. Beside him was a black cat, unfamiliar to them.
The black cat stood lazily, its long tail swaying, as if it were a proud noble standing there, carrying an air of cold pride, unyielding to any restraint. Yet, its catlike eyes never wavered from the boy before it, as if to say, "A lifetime of pride bows only to that person."
The child seemed exceedingly small and thin, peculiar fabric bindings covering his body. The waxy, emaciated face was expressionless, but the sharpness in his eyes was quite beyond the norm for a three- or four-year-old child. His crimson spiritual power enveloped him, unmistakably his own. However, when he looked at the boy ahead, the sharpness in his eyes vanished, replaced by deep admiration and reliance. The surrounding spiritual power harmonized with the boy’s azure aura.
The two stood behind the boy, forming a triangle with the giant dragon that had returned overhead, invisibly protecting the boy with the strongest triangular arrangement, while simultaneously isolating themselves from danger.
Ji Qiutang shook his head, chuckling helplessly. What a truly mysterious child...
At this moment, the boy’s cold words slowly floated out. Her starry eyes glanced imperiously, her delicate face covered in frost, as she stared at Yu Tian, letting out a soft laugh, her voice rising, "If you are willing to die happy after killing Ji Qiutang and Wei Ming..."
"Then you’re destined to die with regrets, because..." Bi Xia spoke softly yet uttered words that drove Yu Tian to near collapse, "You’ll soon join your brother below..."
As she spoke, the giant dragon roared skyward, its booming voice resounding throughout the spiritual world. Bi Xia slightly lowered her gaze, waved a hand, and the spiritual world began to split apart. As Ji Qiutang and the others regained their senses, they found themselves back in the secret chamber, yet Yu Tian had vanished without a trace.
"No need to worry," Bi Xia spoke indifferently, "Last time, Little Dragon didn’t get enough of a fight with that jackal. Once it has satisfied itself, it’ll release Yu Tian... body."
Listening to Bi Xia’s words, neither Wei Ming nor Ji Qiutang reacted much, simply nodding to indicate they understood. Supporting Ji Qiutang, Wei Ming addressed Bi Xia, "I’ve already rescued the children. I’ll have this place sealed off immediately. The bodies of Yu Hai and Yu Tian won’t be discovered."
"No need," Bi Xia raised her hand, her starry eyes locking onto Wei Ming, her red lips curving strangely, "Who said they’re dead? After Yu Du was crushed, didn’t you capture him and bring him back?"
Wei Ming was still puzzled, but Ji Qiutang began to smile, exceedingly gentle, "Indeed, we must interrogate thoroughly, or else how can we face certain individuals..."
"I understand," Wei Ming acknowledged, fiercely glancing at Yu Tian, who had just been tossed out by the giant dragon and had perished, "I will interrogate properly. Let’s see if their backers can stay composed!"