socalfunplaces Chapter 1377 This is a war!
Chapter 1377 This is a war!
The system sensed the resolve in Shao Yun's words and, no longer dwelling on the hypothetical scenario from back then, decisively changed the subject, inquiring about that chilling existence.
That devil hasn't been bothering you lately, has he?
Shao Yun knew from the word "devil" that the system was asking about the mysterious man in the tall hat.
"No, it's that mother goat who's been secretly watching me lately. Oh well, as long as Ying and her family can live peacefully without being disturbed, it doesn't matter who's watching me..."
He no longer cared whether he was being monitored or not; he wasn't worried about those he could beat, and he had even less to worry about those he couldn't.
The system was silent for a moment, then the dialog box popped up again with text, the tone full of emotion, as if long-suppressed feelings had finally found an outlet.
Now that things have come to this, I've reflected on many things from the past, and on the expectations I had for you.
I'm sorry, I once thought I could give you a perfect life like in a fairy tale... that you could even win the hearts of many girls with your charm and live a carefree and comfortable life.
The text paused for a moment, then a line of words with a touch of innocent banter popped up.
Sometimes, having fun with silly things or joking around is better than all this fighting, killing, and arson... Don't you agree?
As Shao Yun read the words the system had typed, the smile on his face gradually faded. He lowered his eyes slightly and pondered seriously for a moment.
The system is right. Those carefree and unrestrained lives are indeed enviable, and those relaxed and pleasant times are indeed tempting.
But no matter how much he pondered, the myriad thoughts in his mind would eventually settle down, leaving only Ying's figure.
Her smile, her every frown, her resilience, her vulnerability—scenes flashed through his mind.
He slowly raised his eyes and said with utmost seriousness, "Yes, what you said is all very good, relaxing, comfortable, and pleasant. But I already have Ying..."
"I don't know why, but the first time I saw her, I was deeply attracted to her. That feeling is hard to explain."
"Perhaps she really was blessed by Aphrodite."
The system also remarked with considerable emotion:
The charm of this arrival is truly unmatched. She is a beauty, a beauty of pure perfection… Any elaborate embellishment would only tarnish her inherent beauty.
……
The evening breeze carries the fresh scent of grass and trees.
Shao Yun stood in the ranch's yard, gazing at the starry sky and moon, reminiscing about the past with the system.
The journey has been filled with both joyful moments and setbacks.
Those past events that once kept him up at night and haunted him, those moments that caused him pain and confusion, now seem... meaningless when he thinks back on them.
Shao Yun breathed a sigh of relief. It's all in the past now... it's pointless.
My thoughts slowly drifted back to reality, and the past faded away.
Shao Yun began to seriously consider his plans for the next few days... how to set up a trap, how to lure them in, and how to cleanly and efficiently eliminate Alice and the others to end this conflict once and for all.
He felt no guilt whatsoever when he killed Alice.
But there was one thing that softened his heart and remained a constant concern for him.
That's Alice's daughter, Claire.
This adorable little girl is about to lose her mother...
If there were any other way, he would have backed down for Claire's sake and spared Alice's life, so that the innocent little girl wouldn't lose her mother.
But reality offers no way out, and the current situation is beyond his control.
Either Alice dies, or he dies, or his family is plunged into utter ruin.
Since that's the case, then we can only let Alice die.
“I definitely want to kill Alice… but Klee… that child, I really like this little cutie.”
After a moment of silence, as if having made up his mind, Shao Yun's eyes flashed with tenderness as he continued to mutter:
"Here's what we'll do. Once we've dealt with Alice, I'll renovate the study to make it look like Keli's room. I'll look after Alice for now until her dad comes to pick her up."
Seeing Shao Yun's serious expression, the system commented:
You really want to raise Klee...?
Upon hearing this, Shao Yun nodded frankly. He admitted that he and Alice had fought to the death, but his feelings for Keli were absolutely genuine.
“It’s not that I’m soft-hearted… Besides, this is something I owe Klee; she’s a little angel.”
As he spoke, his tone gradually lowered, and his expression became increasingly complicated. He inadvertently mentioned another person he felt guilty towards, Nasita.
“I don’t want to harm children, especially after my daughter was born.”
"Actually, one thing I feel quite guilty about now is that I stabbed Nasita in the back in Sumeru. But... I had no other choice at the time."
"I can't let Ying become a filter canister; I have to let my brother-in-law win!"
He paused, then slowly closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and exhaled when he opened them again.
"But now, I have to do this kind of guilt a second time... Never mind, there's no point in saying more. I just hope she doesn't come to die with Alice..."
"If that's the case, I'll give Nasita a quick death and try to minimize her suffering."
The system witnessed everything Shao Yun said about Sumeru's past.
It remained silent for a long time before taking the initiative to apologize for its "recklessness" back then.
I'm sorry about the Dead Zone, about everything concerning Sumeru... I'm sorry.
Back then in Sumeru, I thought I could pull you back from the brink, I thought I could turn you back to the right path, I thought I could stop you from walking this blood-soaked road.
But in the end, I realized it was all in vain. Your path... there's nothing I can do, nothing I can change...
All I can do is wait quietly and watch as you steer this runaway train called 'destiny' toward a future no one can predict.
I'm so sorry, I failed in my duty and instead led you step by step into this desperate situation.
Shao Yun stared at the lines of guilt-filled text in the chat box, her face expressionless, showing neither anger nor emotion.
"It's all in the past, and I don't hold those things against you anymore."
Upon hearing the words "I won't hold it against you," the system sensed the subtlety within them.
Not holding a grudge never means forgiving.
The dialog box paused for a long time before cautiously displaying a line of text.
So you mean you've never forgiven me?
Upon hearing this, Shao Yun made no attempt to hide anything and said with utmost honesty, "That's right, I have never forgiven you. I just don't want to dwell on it anymore. I already have enough troubles, and I don't want to add to them."
He paused, looked up at the starry sky and added, "But then again, from the final result, it seems there's no difference between forgiving and not wanting to hold a grudge."
"We will not mention it again, we will not dwell on it anymore, we will just move on separately."
The system looked at Shao Yun's honest words and did not ask any further questions or make any further explanations. It simply sighed, revealing unspeakable guilt and helplessness.
【Hey……】
This idle chat to kill time should come to an end.
He still has many things to prepare and cannot afford to delay any longer.
Shao Yun said to the system dialog box in front of him, "It's getting late, let's stop here."
"Tomorrow I'll go help Ineff deal with that ancient dragon consciousness called 'Mirror of Dawn' and settle this trivial matter. I estimate I'll be back the day after tomorrow."
"Then, Floating Feather Bay will become the burial ground for those guys! This day next year will be the anniversary of the deaths of Alice, Narcida, and all of them!!!"
Seeing Shao Yun's determined and resolute demeanor, the system knew clearly that no matter what it said, it could no longer stop this or make him turn back.
A line of text slowly popped up in the dialog box, making a final attempt.
Are you really ready? Are you prepared to destroy the world?
Shao Yun looked at the sentence and simply reached out and took out the parchment scroll titled "Blood Alliance: War" from his backpack!
He raised the parchment scroll above his head, facing the system and the night sky, proclaiming to the world:
"This isn't about destroying the world, it's a battle for survival! I need to eliminate all threats to my family!"
The moment his words fell, Shao Yun's tone became even more sharp, and his aura suddenly surged, carrying an air of dominance over the world as he loudly proclaimed.
"In the name of 'Apocalypse: War'! I hereby declare war on Alice, the 'Four Shadows' henchmen of Tenri, and all enemies who threaten my family!!!"
The moment the word "declare war" was uttered, the parchment scroll in Shao Yun's hand suddenly trembled violently. Immediately afterward, a blinding crimson flame burst forth from the parchment scroll, instantly illuminating the entire courtyard!
The firelight was scorching and eerie, radiating a chilling pressure and malevolence, distorting the surrounding air with its heat.
The parchment scroll spontaneously combusted quickly in the firelight, leaving no ash behind.
Immediately afterwards, a deep and distant sound of horses' hooves gradually rose in the air, accompanied by the faint crackling sound of wildfire spreading across the plains.
Tianqi Horse's "war" was a response to Shao Yun's declaration of war.
This is a war.