She must have immense respect for and a strong desire to protect her queen to display such clear emotions.

Moreover, this respect and protection even subtly surpassed their belief in the sun, which was both unexpected and perhaps expected by Huang.

perhaps.........

"sorry,"

“I didn’t mean to,”

"I just..."

"I just don't want to see Lady Himiko sad,"

"She has sacrificed a lot for this land and for the people who live here."

"If even this little bit of happiness cannot be obtained..."

Yao Ji, caught up in her emotions, quickly realized her inappropriate feelings and immediately apologized to the Onmyoji in front of her.

Ultimately, the other party came to help Sunwheel City through the impending calamity, not to empathize with Her Majesty the Queen's painful journey and great past.

"Yes, I understand."

"Moreover, this path is most likely not feasible."

"After all, if your partner suddenly disappears or denies their feelings right before your wedding, there's bound to be something fishy going on, right?"

Ara was not petty or angry because of Yohime's excitement. Besides, controlling Mandō through the Sharingan was basically a dead end, especially with the existence of a divine artifact that could dispel illusions.

Following the Onmyoji's gaze, the woman also noticed the half of a red magatama she was wearing.

Previously, it was this divine artifact bestowed by Lady Himiko that saved him from a psychological state of being defeated and forced to show weakness.

"The one who tied the knot must untie it. The only one who truly wants to resolve this matter without causing any harm is your Queen."

"Then, take me to see your Queen."

"If she can make the right decision herself, then you don't need to worry about it anymore, right?"

Huang continued, his calm gaze remaining fixed on the former's delicate face, which was filled with hesitation and struggle.

This is the best way.

If Queen Himiko can stop the wedding before divine punishment arrives, then everything will return to its former peace.

Although, the price of this is to break up a couple in love.

But compared to the entire Sunwheel City being plunged into darkness and eternal cycle, it is truly insignificant and countless.

"Ah."

This suggestion left Yaoji with no reason to refuse, and after a brief eye contact and silence, she could only softly agree.

But can reality really be as smooth as we imagine?

A terrifying obsession that would rather seal the entire Sunwheel City with a divine artifact on the day of the eternal wedding, preventing the countless souls of Sunwheel City's departed residents from falling into reincarnation, than let the beloved remain by his side forever.

Is it really possible to be persuaded?

It is precisely because of this unknowability and unpredictability that Ara wanted to target Mandō, who was an ordinary person.

"Oh, right,"

"If your queen really gets angry, you must remember to protect me."

“I just heard your subordinates mention that she can control time and space.”

"This is an incredible ability,"

"For example, in a fit of anger, he might imprison me in a cycle of reincarnation for hundreds of years, like that."

"I am a real human being, and my life is very short."

Noticing the somewhat suppressed feeling in the former's eyes as he turned to lead the way, Huang suddenly spoke up.

What was originally a pitiful situation turned into a meaningful test and reminder.

It should be noted that the direct reason why he chose to leave this secret realm immediately after failing to reach a friendly cooperation with Yao Ji was because he was afraid that the Sun Queen would use the artifact, the Cloud Mirror, to directly seal him in an infinite cycle of reincarnation, and thus kill him over time.

"Click."

It was the sound of a piece of wood being crushed as it approached the edge of the battlefield.

Yao Ji, who was walking in front, suddenly stopped at this moment, but she did not turn around further, as if she was worried that her current emotions would be exposed to others.

However, she eventually responded to the former's seemingly joking words:

"Now, you are my friend,"

"We will advance and retreat together, swearing an oath based on the profound meaning of the moon."

He did not directly answer Huang's question, but instead made a more solemn vow.

Upon hearing such a vow, Huang said no more.

However, a thoughtful look appeared in Yu Zhi's eyes.

It seems that the other party has fully understood the meaning of her warning, or perhaps she had already foreseen the reason why Sunwheel City would truly fall into eternal cycle of reincarnation during that nightmare.

I don't know the specific reason,

The concern is that Her Majesty the Queen might actually seal away the young Onmyoji from another land in a fit of rage on some day of eternal reincarnation;

Or are they looking for other ways to save Sunwheel City?

In short, Yao Ji did not immediately take Ara to the Sun Wheel Pavilion to meet her Queen, but instead took him back to the General's Mansion first.

If you were to ask who in the entire Sun Wheel City is most revered and loved by all the people, then it would undoubtedly be Lady Himiko.

If we continue counting down, then without a doubt it is Yao Ji's father, who is a great general.

His reputation was especially strong within the military.

Although the aging general had gradually handed over many things to his daughter.

However, his reputation did not decline as a result. He handled many important matters in Sunwheel City, such as the Queen's wedding two days later.

"That's why you had the soldiers gather all the pharmacists and healers in the entire Sunwheel City."

After listening to Yao Ji's account, the general did not make any move to rebuke her for her absurdity or reprimand her for disobeying the sun. Instead, he chose to accept it tacitly and instantly understood his daughter's previous arrangements.

Based on the verifiable nightmares and the pronouncements of the foreign Onmyoji, this divine punishment will be an unprecedented and massive plague.

"Yes, Father."

“Every disease in the world has a root cause. As long as we can find its pathology, then Sunwheel City will surely be able to survive this catastrophe.”

Princess Yo answered hopefully.

Neither letting Sunwheel City succumb to the plague nor forcing the Queen to abandon her precious love is what she wants to see.

Therefore, the only solution is to address the problem after the fact.

Knowing the form in which a disaster will strike and making preparations in advance is already a small step towards victory!

Upon hearing this, the general's face remained expressionless, just as it had been when he heard that Sunwheel City would soon suffer a catastrophe.

Even though he had already reached some conclusions in his heart, he still did not shatter his daughter's hopes.

After all, if it really is a punishment sent down by the gods, how could an ordinary doctor cure the disease instantly?

Even pathological analysis takes time.

Whether this timeframe can outpace the speed at which the plague spreads remains a pessimistic conclusion.

"Respected Onmyoji, what are your thoughts on this?"

The general's choice of words was very appropriate, and he did not show any arrogance because of his age, status, or environment.

"The safest and most direct way is to cancel the wedding."

Ara's answer was the same as his previous answer to Yohime, and he did not change his mind despite the latter's suggestive look.

"Sometimes you have to make difficult choices in order to save what you want to protect."

Moreover, when he noticed the other person's sudden downcast expression, he not only did not offer comfort, but instead looked into Yohime's eyes and earnestly added to her.

This was meant to make her give up her unrealistic fantasies.

Divine punishment is no child's play.

If ordinary people could defeat Takamagahara with their own strength, then everyone could become a god.

The serious attitude and unwavering will of the Onmyoji beside her made Yao Ji feel a lump in her throat, and her bright face drooped down, her slender fingers curling tightly into her palm.

She began to loathe herself for being weak and incapable of doing anything.

"My esteemed Onmyoji, I am very sorry that I have put you in a difficult position."

"However, Princess Yao grew up under the tutelage of Her Majesty the Queen since childhood."

"The bond between them extends beyond that between ruler and subject, and they may find it difficult to accept this outcome for the time being."

"Therefore, I will have to trouble the Onmyoji to accompany my daughter to the Sun Wheel Pavilion to meet Her Majesty the Queen."

The general, who had taken in both his daughter's silent compromise and the young Onmyoji's unwavering resolve, slowly spoke.

Prioritizing the overall situation, he undoubtedly saw the optimal solution.

This response was somewhat unacceptable to Yao Ji. Her thin nails sank into her palms, and her finger bones gradually turned pale.

In the end, she silently accepted the outcome and numbly stood up and walked out of the general's mansion.

He didn't even say goodbye to his father before leaving.

After all, her choice to return to the General's Mansion rather than go to the Sun Wheel Pavilion was precisely because she wanted the former's approval.

But it didn't.

Seeing this, Huang also got up from his seat.

After giving a slight nod to the general who was seated in the main seat, he intended to chase after Yao Ji, who had already walked out the door.

However, right now.

The general, who had been taciturn throughout the discussion, suddenly spoke frankly:

"I will take good care of the military and civilians of the entire Sunwheel City, please rest assured on that."

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