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"Defense, Golden Garment." First, defend and then talk. "Don't make a move!"
"That's right, just watch the show from the sidelines. Of course, don't even think about fighting me unless you want to risk the life of that Old Woman, hahahaha."
"Be careful, his aura is dangerous; protect yourselves first."
"Xi Meng, I suggest you take care of yourself. Those minor characters are no match for your interest. However, if you keep defending like this, the game can't proceed." Kurozawa's unique gloomy laughter filled the entire house. "Old Woman, if this continues, you won't be able to be with your old partner. How about I show some kindness and lend you a hand?"
The dark energy surrounding the old woman surged again, her thin, bony hands trying to pierce through the defense of Golden Garment.
But Kurozawa, are you underestimating me too much... The defensive armor of Pure Sound is not as simple as what you've seen before.
Indeed, this level of power is not enough!
"Oh dear, it seems that just this Old Woman isn't sufficient... then I'll raise the stakes! How about that?!" Kurozawa laughed excitedly.
Not good, is he going to target Grandpa?!
"Kurozawa, don't go too far!"
"What? It's just a small life, hahaha. But seeing you so anxious really makes me happy."
"You are utterly insane! You will pay for this!"
"Alright then, let's see if you have what it takes!"
"Quickly, go protect Grandpa!"
"Ha ha ha, Xi Meng, you've really made a mistake this time!" Kurozawa laughed.
I was taken aback. No, where did Grandma go?!
"Miss—" Shishi called out.
By the time I realized what was happening, it was too late... Grandma had actually taken action against Grandpa herself.
"Bastard, Kurozawa, go die—!"
"Ah, sorry, but I don't want to die just yet. I'll leave this to you; I have to go. It would be a shame if you ended up dead at the hands of those two half-demons... Looking forward to seeing you again tomorrow night, Xi Meng."
"Come back, come back—Kurozawa—!"
"Miss, he's gone," Shishi sighed. "We should deal with them quickly."
Looking at the two elderly figures shrouded in black mist before me, to be honest, I didn't want to take action; they were innocent.
"Miss, they are already dead," Shishi's tone became firmer.
"They shouldn't go to hell, should they?"
Kurozawa had indeed left behind a troublesome question. Sending them to hell wasn't difficult; the hard part was that he knew I couldn't bring myself to do it.
"Miss, if you keep hesitating, it will be dawn soon. If you let them go, more humans will suffer as a result."
"...Is there really no other way?"
Two old men were frantically scratching and biting outside the defense circle of the Golden Garment.
"Yes," Sha nodded.
"Quickly tell me, what is it?!"
"Sha, what do you want to do? Don't say anything!" Deathbringer shouted, completely losing his usual demeanor.
Sha fell silent.
"Si, just say it, what is it?"
"Miss, that route is absolutely not feasible. Don't ask any more."
Seeing their attitude, this method must be harmful to me; otherwise, Si wouldn't have reacted so strongly... Perhaps I figured it out.
"It’s the Pure Sound's Fifth Realm, Reaper's Tear. Am I right?" I asked.
Yu had once said that this technique could only be used twice; the first time would consume half of one's lifespan, and the second time would exhaust it completely.
Given today's situation, I would definitely need to use the Restoration Technique twice to bring both old men back to life...
"Miss, don't even think about it; it's not worth it," Si sneered.
"That's right, miss, don't do it," Dong urged from the side.
"Miss, don't forget what your mission is and how many people are waiting for you. Siyimo must have caught onto this weakness of yours. If you easily give up your life today because of this, then what future is there?" Si said coldly. "With your hesitation today, you will surely be tightly restrained in the future."
Am I still too merciful?
"No," Sha replied.
"Sha, have you gone mad today?!" Deathbringer shouted at Sha.
"Eye of Heaven," Sha shook his head.
... Eye of Heaven, is that possible?
Except for Sha, the three of us were stunned.
"That was used by our ancestors. Can I do it?" I asked in a daze.
"Give it a try," Sha nodded.
That's right, at least I should try! I have no other way now!
"Alright, then let's give it a shot! Sha, hold them back."
"Yes, Miss."
Ancestors, please pray for me!
"Respected God of Hell, the one-hundredth generation Dream Soul Master Xi Meng is fulfilling her duty today. Here, I plead for the innocent lives to be spared from the torments of hell and to be sent to reincarnation, ending their suffering through the Six Paths of Reincarnation. The night sings, the moon dances, all things are no longer silent; light covers darkness, dawn is approaching. Eye of Heaven, look!"
Silence, still silence, with not a single reaction.
"I guess my abilities are just not enough," I sighed.
"No, the creation of the Eye of Heaven does not depend on the user's magical power, but rather on having a transparent heart, sincerely pleading for the Undead. Miss, your heart is the purest I have ever encountered."
"...Then why haven't I succeeded yet?"
"Miss, the Eye of Heaven involves too much; it is a forbidden technique, so the chances of success are very slim. Do not blame yourself too harshly."
"I understand. The Eye of Heaven cannot be opened casually."
"That's right. If it could be opened casually, with your personality, you would likely alter the fates of too many beings, which goes against the natural order."
However, I still felt unwilling and waited with some expectation...
"Miss, I'm afraid it won't work tonight; dawn is approaching. We cannot break the rules of the human realm and delay time for you."
"I understand."
...
"Xi Meng." A voice that sounded very distant came through.
Who is it?!
"Have you forgotten me?" the other party asked.
"It's familiar yet strange. Who are you?"
"I am the Grim Reaper."
The Grim Reaper?! The two elders are saved!
"Did you summon me?"
"That's right, you activated the Eye of Heaven," the Grim Reaper said.
"How is that possible? If I really activated the Eye of Heaven, then why are Grandpa and Grandma still here?"
"It was me; I stopped it."
"Why? Why did you do that?!"
"It is foolish of you to easily activate the Eye of Heaven for two mortals. Do you even know what the Eye of Heaven is?"
"I thought the Dream Soul Master was meant to protect the human realm. If someone dies because of me, I certainly cannot send them to hell... Moreover, the deep affection those two elders have for each other transcends common sense; they deserve happiness."
"Xi Meng, if I tell you that a Dream Soul Master only has one chance in their lifetime to activate the Eye of Heaven, would you still choose to use it today?"
The four of us were stunned. Only one chance?
"Is it really only one chance?"
"That's correct."
I stood there in a dilemma, unsure of what choice to make.
Eye of Heaven If it is truly possible to send someone to the afterlife, then this is the last protective charm I am preparing to give to Silver Moon, if that day really comes...
“Xi Meng, I promise you that I will not let those two humans suffer severe punishment in hell. When they are reincarnated, I will send them into a realm similar to this one. That is all I can do, how about that?”
I was stunned. Is the Grim Reaper really willing to do this? Isn't he rumored to be cold-blooded and heartless?!
“Are you really willing—”
“What? Doing this for my own descendants is still acceptable.” The Grim Reaper's voice seemed to carry a hint of amusement.
“My own descendants? Those two elders are your—”
“Miss, are you foolish? You are the descendant of the Grim Reaper.” The deceased said helplessly.
Me? Is it really me?!
“Xi Meng, I am your ancestor—Xi Tianzong.”
The first disciple of Yama Queen, the one who sealed the demon clan and imprisoned those who passed away, is actually my ancestor?!
“Ancestor.” I respectfully bowed.
“Get up, Little One, I quite like you.”
“Ancestor, now the three realms are in turmoil, and the human realm—”
“You don’t need to say more. This is your destiny; you must take charge of it yourself. I cannot get too involved in this matter. Remember, do not be influenced by anyone; follow your own heart. Your ancestor believes in my chosen one.”
"But I really have no confidence in myself."
I have been losing the people around me; they sacrificed and suffered for me, while I seem to always fail. Now I find that even my closest ancestor cannot believe in me.
"Xi Meng, the reason your ancestor has appeared today is to tell you not to give up. The pain, trials, and choices I faced back then were far more difficult than what you are experiencing now. Remember, if you want to protect everything you care about, you must first become stronger."
"I understand, ancestor," I sighed.
This path has long been destined; the day I took that step was the day I could never turn back.
"Sha, your emergence from Purgatory was not easy. Remember what I told you— the one who can save you has already appeared."
"Yes, Grim Reaper," Sha replied.
"It seems you already know," the Grim Reaper said. "Well then, I will not interfere with what comes next. Xi Meng, remember that the Eye of Heaven should not be opened lightly; there is only one chance."
"Yes, ancestor."
"I have been watching over you all; how it ends will depend on your own journey."
……
"Respected God of Hell, the one-hundredth generation Dream Soul Master Xi Meng fulfills her duty today by sending the Faceless Ghost to hell. The night sings, the moon dances, all things are no longer silent, light covers darkness, and dawn is approaching. Gates of Hell, open."
May my grandparents meet and be together again.
"Miss, think positively; today's outcome might be the best. That grandmother has found peace; they are like a reincarnation. If there is truly a bond, they will surely reunite."
"Well, heh, it seems that Kurozawa caused a bit of chaos but ended up hitting the mark." I sighed in relief.
"If it weren't for Kurozawa, I would have ended up sending the old lady to hell, leaving the old man unable to find peace."
"But, Shi, you seem a bit off today. I mean, before Kurozawa showed up, you seemed—"
"Heh, I used to think humans were insignificant, the most overlooked beings. But seeing those two elderly people, so ordinary yet filled with such powerful emotions, really shook me. I have to admit, the strongest weapon of humanity is emotion, something we outsiders can never conquer."
...That's right, it's emotion. That's why I've come this far.
Phew, my mood seems to have brightened.
"If possible, I also hope to be ordinary and happy like them... even if it means giving everything." Shi looked warm as he stared off into space, seemingly lost in thought.
"It will happen," I said with a smile.
Shi stared at me blankly and asked in confusion, "Really?"
"I promise you will find your own happiness," I nodded.
Shi paused, seemingly jolted awake by my words, leaving behind a bittersweet smile. "That's impossible."
"Miss, let's head back."
"Yes, okay. I'm really tired tonight."
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