NCCnovel In Chapter 37, Xia Die said, "I understand, I understand, I understand this perfectly."
In Chapter 37, Xia Die said, "I understand, I understand, I understand this perfectly."
"This... Miss Xi Lian? May I address you as such?"
Xia Die's voice was very soft, as if she was afraid that her voice would disturb the other person and cause her to shed tears again.
In the flower field, the purple data streams that occasionally overflowed from Blank's body caused all the surrounding flowers and plants to disappear.
These data streams had become too deeply entangled with her, and Xi Lian had no way to seal them all while keeping her conscious.
"Blank, Xi Lian, purple Xi Lian... or perhaps, Iron Tomb. I think these names all refer to me at this moment."
But how can I bear the name of Xi Lian at this moment? So please call me Blank.
I hope I can still be that blank space leading to a new world...
"Iron Tomb," Xia Die gently shook her head and carefully took a small step forward.
Her gaze was not afraid of the corrosive purple light, but rather unusually focused. "I don't think 'it' is you."
The core concept of the scepter is Demyoga, also known as Xilian.
You inherited some of her emotions and memories, yet you bear this 'curse' alone... In my opinion, you are no longer simply the 'Iron Tomb'.
You should refuse this identity.
Purple ripples, or rather, blankness, she slightly turned her head, and the data stream rippled with her movement: "Is that so?"
You should know best how dangerous I am... For example, after the emotions brought by the newly recovered memories faded, my heart was almost filled with hatred again.
Perhaps before long, I will transform back into an iron tomb.
"No, that won't happen." Xia Die smiled, a warm and firm smile. "Don't worry, I will help you find your true self."
For some reason, Blank couldn't help but want to shed tears again. When did she become so prone to crying?
"So, as the first step in finding myself," Xia Die picked up a basket that she had always kept ready, which contained several carefully decorated, soft-looking desserts.
"Try these desserts I made first, how about it? At least you'll know what flavors you like."
Carrying the basket, she walked steadily toward the purple halo.
"Don't come any closer!"
The blank space's voice suddenly rose, filled with a sharp panic.
The purple data stream around her seemed to surge violently as if startled.
"If you come into contact with the data stream emanating from me, you will be injured! It won't just be physical harm; it will directly erode your consciousness!"
Even if Xi Lian could eventually restore you to your former state, it wouldn't be worth it at all! Stop now!
Xia Die paused in her steps because of this stern warning.
Are you afraid to approach me because you're afraid of hurting me?
The scene, as it appeared to her, seemed to spark something different.
A complex glint flashed in her eyes, and then a resolute smile appeared on Xia Die's face.
One step, two steps, the blank space retreated, causing the surrounding flowers and plants to wither, until she had nowhere left to retreat.
In the end, she even quickened her pace, and her slender yet firm hand grasped the empty hand that was trying to pull away without hesitation.
"Well--!"
Instantly, an indescribable, strange pain surged throughout my body!
It wasn't a burning sensation on the skin, but rather a distortion and rewriting of the very structure of existence. Beyond that, Xia Die could also sense the emotions emanating from the emptiness, as well as the hatred for herself.
Her hands were covered in purple specks, yet she held onto the empty hand without loosening her grip even slightly. Instead, she gripped it even tighter.
Xia Die raised her head, her eyes moist with pain, yet radiating an incomparably gentle light.
Her words were filled with excitement and determination: "I...I will definitely help you!"
Her voice trembled slightly with pain, "You will definitely be able to embrace everyone again! You will!"
"I know! I know! Let go! Let go—!"
Blank's voice trembled with tears as she desperately tried to pull her hand away, yet feared that the violent movement would cause further harm.
Upon hearing this, Xia Die finally released her hands and then hugged her directly.
"Don't worry too much, I just hope this hug can bring you warmth."
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After an unknown amount of time, when the first "control exercise" finally began, the content was so simple it was almost childish: taking care of the most ordinary, most delicate little flower.
Only by focusing all one's attention and gathering every stray wisp of data can one fly high and water flowers without merging the data stream into it.