Chapter 441 - I Need You (1/2)

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Night soon descended upon the Xiantu Capital. The earlier feast had ended, concluded with a shocking reveal. Two figures walked the common streets of the capital. They weaved through the loose roamers with quiet steps and calm breaths.

Yan Zaizen and Shin Xuanji had shot away, exploring the streets as a duo. Their tall figures, impressive physiques, astonishing looks, and high cultivations went unnoticed by the citizens. With a little exertion of soul power, they traversed as unseen ghosts.

”You've told me quite a bit. And, I don't fault you for your failures.” Yan Zaizen said, his tone was direct and honest. He felt no blame towards Shin Xuanji for the fate of his clansmen. However, his words did little to alleviate the guilt within Shin Xuanji's heart.

It wasn't just Yan Zaizen's family lineage that had been sent away, but his close friend, Yan Muzen. They were brothers in arms, traveling the dangerous world and fighting together. Their relationship was far deeper than his and Yan Zaizen.

While Yan Zaizen had saved his life, was his Junior from the same master, their relationship could only be defined by this. Their friendly display was more so for Lin Feilin than for themselves.

He could sense that Yan Zaizen may have feelings of togetherness and irrevocable connection due to their master, but it was merely this.

This was the truth. Yan Zaizen didn't feel close to Shin Xuanji as he did Lin Feilin. In fact, thoughts of killing him in the past had crossed his mind a few times. He had only given him face, saving his life, bestowing him his Dao, for their Master and Lin Feilin who saved his life. He was important to them, so he respected him.

Merely this.

So, he spoke frankly. ”I'll handle my clan's matters, you don't have to worry. However,” his eyes glinted with a sharpness. The faint illuminating light of amber-gold emitted from his eyes, containing a domineering will and peerless force. He continued, ”You explained what happened, but you haven't explained why you made my clan infamous outlaws to the entire realm. Hunted like animals, to be killed on sight.”

The chilling intent within his voice caused Shin Xuanji's face to fall, darkening like the very night they stood in. For several moments, there was silence. Their steps were the only sounds echoing in the streets. It seemed at this time of night, the worldly society had receded into the comfort and safety of their homes.

Shin Xuanji lifted his chin, his eyes gazing at the cloudless sky, and observed the starry world above. How beautiful it was, was his only thoughts.

”...” Yan Zaizen kept his silence as well. He felt there was more to the story. The only thing he was wondering was whether it was relevant or not. If his entire clan had already left the Xiantu Realm and entered Hell, then hunting them down in this realm was pointless.

This obviously didn't add up.

It was only after several minutes did Shin Xuanji sigh. It was a deep sigh filled with melancholy and regret. ”I...the truth i-” Just as he was about to explain, Yan Zaizen interrupted him.

”It's fine. You don't have to answer, nor did I ask for one.” His words were calm and carried a faint trace of indifference.

Shin Xuanji was momentarily stunned. Only then did he recall the tone and word choice of Yan Zaizen. Indeed, he had merely stated a fact. He never asked him what had happened. He couldn't help but gaze at this Junior Brother of his.

Yan Zaizen spoke, as if speaking to himself, ”What matters the most isn't the complicated past, but a wanted future. For now, I just want to achieve my goals, not dwell on things unable to be changed.” His Dao had always been like that.

A mindset that could be summed up to: Forward, always.