Chapter 1050: Redemption and Being Redeemed

Not only did the negative emotions in Xiao Heitan's body not weaken, but they became stronger than when he was first tested.

Taking this as an opportunity, the painful worm, which originally needed to stay in Xiao Heitan's body for three to four months to absorb enough power, appeared much earlier, and will be carrying the level of world power.

As for Xiao Heitan... in front of an enemy with world power level, whether the two sealing magic arrays in her body can still work, allowing the pain worm to break out of her body without destroying her body, this can only...

…I’ve done my best.

After saying this, Kane sighed and shook his head, looking in another direction, as if he couldn't bear to see me in such a miserable state anymore.

This is the answer two people gave me...the final result of the second test.

At that moment, the atmosphere in the Mage Guild solidified, including the ones who were pretending to be wandering outside, the shocked expressions of the Alliance mages and elf mages who poked their heads in from time to time, and the corridors that had been filled with lifelessness all day long, as quiet and cold as a morgue.

after……

I don’t remember much about what happened after that, but I just vaguely felt that I carried the little black charcoal in the laboratory on my back and walked out of the Mages Guild.

And some vague conversations with Kane in a trance.

"Wu, this time the enemy is at the level of world power. Although he has just broken through and may not be able to fully grasp the power, I'm afraid you are alone..."

"Don't worry, I understand. I can solve it by myself. I can solve it by myself."

It seemed that he answered Kane in this way. The scenery at that time was hazy and his brain was confused. He just responded to Kane's concern mechanically based on instinct.

"Don't worry, I understand. I won't cause trouble to everyone. I will take Xiao Heitan... to a place far, far away."

Also, those faces in the haze, silently watching him leave, some are alliance mages, some are elf mages...

It seems that Greo has also arrived, standing blankly at the door of the Mages Guild, with the smell of iron that has just faded away from his body. He is still holding a hammer and a half-formed weapon in his hands, his lips are trembling, and he seems to be saying loudly to himself.

Something, but there was only a buzzing sound in my mind, and my eyes felt like watching an old silent movie that had long been blurred, and I didn't hear a single word.

Looking back now, I was so rude at that time. Facing these alliance mages, elf mages, Kane, and Grio who selflessly helped me, I didn't even say a word of gratitude. At least, I had to replace Xiao Hei Tan.

It's only right to say thank you to these people.

When I woke up a little, the gate of the Mages Guild, the sighing faces, and even the scenery of the Demon Fortress had all disappeared from my sight, and what I saw was a withered yellow prairie.

The two legs still moved forward mechanically, not stopping because of the sudden awakening. They were completely out of his control. Just like the old man's legs, Wei took every step tremblingly, taking a step into the depths of the unknown grassland.

Step inside.

There was a warm feeling on his back and a familiar weight on his light body. Even without looking back, he could immediately tell that it was Xiao Heitan. The vague memory just now was not made up in a trance.

I heard the sound of rustling footsteps in my ears, and I turned my eyes slightly. It was Jeluka, just like when I met her just now, timidly holding the corner of her cloak, as if she was afraid of being left behind, and followed closely behind, almost walking.

Walking in the same footsteps as me, her face was already bursting with tears. Really, she is such a useless, timid and crying stupid maid. It is too exaggerated to cry like this. Xiao Heitan wakes up later and sees

What would you think when you see your mother with such a face?

Can't...can't make Xiao Heitan sad, idiot, today is her birthday, no matter what, she should laugh, I shouted in my heart.

He sniffed and turned his gaze to the front. The endless yellow grassland and the gloomy dark clouds above his head converged in a straight line in the sky. It seemed that there would never be an end. Over time, he would even doubt himself.

Have you ever taken a step forward?

Three small dots, walking in the vast withered grassland, do they look like a sad picture with a touch of sadness, lost in the late autumn?

Perhaps, would it be more appropriate to describe it as the sea? Every time you take a step forward, your body sinks a little, and the water pressure you bear squeezes in from all directions. Your body becomes more and more uncomfortable. You can't breathe for a long time, but you can't stop your steps.

Knowing that there is a deeper place ahead, it will be even more uncomfortable. Until the end of death, you still have to take steps.

Because he agreed to come to Kane, at least he wouldn't cause any trouble to the Demon Fortress.

Walking forward like this, it was as if he was leading Xiao Heitan step by step into the abyss of death. Every time he took a step forward, the sad feeling of powerlessness was unforgettable.

This must be God's punishment for your arrogance.

"dad……"

A murmur as if in a dream came from behind, and his heart trembled, Xiao Heitan had already woken up.

It's already dawn, day and night alternate, and what is supposed to come will still come.

"Where...is this?"

I obviously slept in bed last night, but when I woke up early in the morning, I found that I was being carried on my back, surrounded by vast grasslands. Even if I suspected that I was still in a dream, it was not impossible.

"It's the suburban prairie."

I tried to keep my voice calm and smile gently.

"Remember? Today... today is Xiao Heitan's birthday."

Damn it, try your best, try your best, this damn body, at least cannot choke up in front of Xiao Heitan, at least let Xiao Heitan spend this birthday happily.

I gritted my teeth and forced a smile.

"So...I'm sorry...Xiao Heitan...Dad...Dad..."

I can't stand it anymore. I can't stand it anymore. Not only my legs, but my brain can't control it at all. I want to cry. I really want to cry loudly in this empty place. I don't even know what I'm talking about.

Cheer up, cheer up!!

"Mom and dad, they have decided without permission to take little Heitan to a place where the sun can be seen."

He sniffed hard and his voice finally calmed down.

"Oh~~"

He responded softly, but with a hint of expectation from Xiao Heitan.

In the Demonic Fortress, it is rare to see the sun a few times a year, and even when it comes out, it is hazy. People living in the Demonic Fortress may only be able to imagine what the morning sun and sunset look like from books.

color.

Great, it's great that little Heitan likes this birthday gift. If she feels lost, then I don't know if I will have the strength and courage to continue taking steps forward.

"Yeah, if I hurry up now, I might be able to see the sunset in the evening." I said, looking at the dark clouds in the sky.

"The sunset...what does it look like?"

Xiao Heitan turned his face sideways, put his head on my shoulder, squinted his eyes carefully, and tried to imagine.

"Dad, have you ever seen the sunset?"

"Well, I've seen it, big... red..."

"Really? Dad is so awesome..."

The conversation, which was not very nutritious but full of family atmosphere, was going on gently. Xiao Heitan's soft voice could even make the heart forget the pain for a short time.

"dad……"

The sound came close to my ear, and Xiao Heitan seemed to have discovered something. His little hand stretched out from behind and gently stroked my cheek.

"Mom is crying...Dad...is crying too..."

Xiao Heitan asked timidly, right? There's no reason why he didn't notice it. Jeluka's face was like a cat crying. I'm afraid those daily conversations just now were Xiao Heitan's efforts to make us happy.

But... But why do you say I'm crying too? My manly eyes won't shed tears like Jeluka's. The cold feeling on my cheeks is just because of the cool breeze in the morning.

Yes, I am the head of the family. If you cry too, am I not announcing... that there is really nothing you can do?

"There was a lot of dew in the morning, so my face was wet." I lowered my head slightly and gritted my teeth.

"wrong……"

The always well-behaved little Heitan refused to give in at this time. Although his voice was soft, he could feel a hint of stubbornness in it.

"Warm, wet, tears..."

"..."

"Mom and dad... why are you crying? Why... are you crying for someone like Xiao Heitan?"

The little hand on my cheek kept wiping my tears. The little black charcoal pressed against my cheek and murmured softly. In a daze, we all seemed to see the feeling of self-pity in these words.

The thorough maturity of the soul, even the narrowing of eyes, has actually relieved all the heart-wrenching feelings.

Xiao Heitan... I'm afraid he noticed something after all. Maybe he should have noticed it a long time ago, but he was just immersed in that illusory happiness and didn't want to think deeply about it.

"Mom and dad..." He took a deep breath and said each word.

"I think it's great to be Xiao Heitan's father and mother. I cried with joy."

Even if you are aware of this illusion, Xiao Heitan, please believe that Jeluka and I truly love you.

Is it too late to say this now?

"I... am also very happy... I like my father and mother the most. I really want to live with my parents... forever and ever..."

Xiao Heitan's voice was soft and peaceful, with a yearning and nostalgia for life in it, as if he already knew and accepted his fate.

"Xiao Heitan... I'm sorry... I'm sorry..."

I finally choked up and could no longer say a single word. Any syllable that came out of my throat would instantly flood me and I would become choked with sobs.

We didn't say a word again along the way. Xiao Heitan just lay quietly on his back, putting his little hand on his cheek and wiping it gently all the time, even if he couldn't wipe it all the time.

Do it again and again, repeating the gentle wiping action.
To be continued...