Fairy Tail: I Am the God

"Master, where are you going?"

"You don't need to know that. If Rong'er asks, just say I have to leave. If she asks too many questions, just say you don't know either. This time, I might be gone for a long time."

Thinking of Duanmu Rong, he felt conflicted, so he decided to go out for a walk to clear his head and temporarily put these problems aside.

After briefly explaining a few more words to Tianming, Gai Nie packed his luggage and left the Zhongnan Villa.

Chapter 1207 Fairy Tail World, a Higher-Level World

At the moment Gai Nie left, he felt an immense sense of reluctance. He was reluctant to leave Tianming, his Rong'er, and everything here. He belonged here, but circumstances forced him to leave. However, Gai Nie was also human; he could feel sadness too. Leaving him would also cause him pain.

Gai Nie shook his head, casting aside all the reluctance and sadness in his mind, leaving only a clear mind. Gai Nie did not look back, resolutely walking towards the gate. However, humans are not plants or trees; humans have feelings, how can they be without emotions? Besides, his family, his apprentices, his memories, and his lover were all here.

Finally, despite his immense reluctance and sorrow, Gai Nie, for the sake of his goals and to protect others and his loved ones, resolved to stand firm in his convictions. He glanced deeply towards the residence, then turned and left.

Just then, Gai Nie seemed to sense a pair of eyes watching him. Surprised, he carefully sensed who it was and realized who it was. It was Leon. Leon looked in the direction Gai Nie had left and sighed softly. Gai Nie knew Leon was observing him, but he remained silent.

After a while, he said to those around him, "Alright, come out. I know you're here. Don't hide. Come out, I have something to tell you." A rustling sound came from the surroundings, and a man appeared before Gai Nie. Gai Nie smiled at the man, as if he wanted to say something.

But before he could speak, Leon interrupted, "Why? Why are you doing this? What's wrong that forces you to leave here, to leave your lover?" Leon practically roared these words. Gaine calmly replied, "I know how you feel right now."

Gai Nie continued, "My departure is for your own good; you'll be safer without me." Leon, unconvinced, said, "What problems can't we face together? Why must you bear them alone? Is it because of Jing Ke's promises? Or because of the Seven Killings Sect?"

Gai Nie looked into Leon's eyes, and Leon seemed to understand something from those eyes, but he didn't believe it yet. He waited for Gai Nie's answer. At this moment, Gai Nie said to Leon, "Leon, believe me, I won't harm you. I left for your and Tianming's safety, and also for Rong'er."

Seeing Gai Nie's expression, Leon didn't say anything, but simply patted him on the back. The two looked at each other, both seeing encouragement and unwavering brotherhood in each other's eyes. Gai Nie said to Leon, "Promise me, no matter what happens in the future, you must protect Tianming, my successor."

Leon nodded vigorously and said to Gai Nie, "Don't worry, I will take good care of Tianming and make sure he carries on your swordsmanship. You must also be careful and not act rashly. Retreat when you should and don't be reckless." Gai Nie said, "Yes, I will."

The two looked at each other without speaking. Gai Nie turned and walked out the door, showing no sadness or grief, yet remaining so carefree. However, the only thing he couldn't let go of in his heart was Duanmu Rong!

Looking in the direction Gai Nie had left, Leon became even more determined in his decision and turned to walk into the mansion.

Chapter 1208 Magic Power Surges, the Era of Gods and Demons

He will keep his promise to Gai Nie and protect Tianming and the others. I wonder if Gai Nie will keep his promise to him and protect himself.

The next morning, before dawn, a sliver of the first rays of sunlight peeked across the sky, not yet very strong. Candlelight flickered in one corner of the mansion. It seemed someone had gotten up, but it was unclear who it was. The person, after rising, did nothing but sit blankly in the room, lost in thought.

After a while, as if suddenly remembering something, she left her bedside and walked towards the dressing table, meticulously combing her hair. Then she went to her wardrobe and took out a beautiful outfit that she usually didn't want to wear. She went to the kitchen and started making breakfast.

Not long after, a sumptuous breakfast was served. After preparing the breakfast and setting out the dishes, Duanmu Rong hurried towards Gai Nie's room, her mind in turmoil. She had a dream the night before in which she saw Gai Nie leave her without saying goodbye; she was terrified and woke up with a start.

She knew it was just a dream, but she was still afraid—afraid that Gai Nie would really leave her, afraid that Gai Nie would really leave without saying goodbye. So she got up very early today and dressed up beautifully, just to keep Gai Nie and prevent him from leaving.

So she made breakfast and quickly went to Gai Nie's room. She hoped the dream was false, and that when she opened the door, Gai Nie would be sitting on the bed and saying good morning to her.

Duanmu Rong pushed open the door without hesitation, afraid that if she hesitated, Gai Nie wouldn't come back. But when she saw that Gai Nie's room was empty and he wasn't there, she despaired. She quickly comforted herself, "It's okay, Duanmu Rong, don't scare yourself. Maybe he just went for his morning exercise; he has a habit of doing it."

Thinking this, Duanmu Rong breathed a sigh of relief. She hadn't despaired; her hope remained, her Gai Nie was still there. So, she didn't disturb him any longer and quietly walked out. Just then, she saw a line of words lying quietly on the table. Duanmu Rong didn't want to know what the words were, nor did she want to see them.

But what could she do? She had to go see it sooner or later, even if she was unwilling, even if she was unhappy, she still had to go. Duanmu Rong walked to the table and carefully looked at the four characters. When she saw the character "走" (walk), she felt utterly hopeless. Then she continued to look at the other characters.

These four words are—"He's gone, don't worry about him." Duanmu Rong burst into tears, her voice choked with sobs, "Why? Why did you leave me? Why didn't you tell me you were leaving?" Duanmu Rong had a million questions in her mind, but she could no longer find the answers, because Gai Nie was already gone.

Duanmu Rong stared blankly at those four characters. Sometimes, she wished she hadn't recognized them, so she wouldn't have known Gai Nie was gone. She could still wait foolishly for Gai Nie's return. But everything was gone, everything had vanished like a bubble. Last night's dream had truly come true; she had truly lost Gai Nie.

However, Duanmu Rong wasn't the kind of woman who only knew how to cry and whine. Since he had abandoned her, she would go and find him herself. She would see what reason he would have to leave her again.

Chapter 1209 The Outburst of the World's Origin, Blessing of Merit

When Rong'er saw the sign that read "Don't Worry About Me After I've Left," she was furious. Her face was flushed, and she trembled slightly. Despite her anger, she felt even more sorrow.

He just left me like that! Does he...do he even like me? Does he not like me? Even if he doesn't like me, he wouldn't hate me like that. He didn't say anything and just abandoned me. Rong'er muttered to herself.

"No! I have to ask him how he really feels about me! If he really doesn't like me, I won't bother him anymore. If he does like me, then I'll continue and treat him well." Rong'er seemed to have made up her mind.

Rong'er always keeps her word and does what she says as quickly as possible, especially when it comes to her life's most important matter.

As Rong'er reached the door, she suddenly thought of something: Where could Gai Nie have gone, and where should she go to find him?

Rong'er stood at the door, pondering for a moment, then thought: He must have gone to find Wei Zhuang; after all, Wei Zhuang is the only thing on his mind right now. I'll go to the Seven Kill Sect first! I'll find him and get some answers!

Rong'er thought to herself, and immediately set off, using her lightness skill to head towards the Seven Killings Sect. She was very fast, as if she was afraid of missing Gai Nie, or perhaps she wasn't fast enough and would miss him.

Although the scenery along the way wasn't particularly unique, it had its own charm: blue sky, white clouds, sunshine, birds singing in the trees, and flowers vying for attention.

However, Rong'er had no time to appreciate the new scenery. She was only thinking about getting to the Seven Killings Sect as soon as possible, seeing Gai Nie, and getting an explanation about her relationship with him. She had to ask Nie Gai clearly and couldn't be left in the dark.

After a period of travel, Rong'er was finally nearing the Seven Kill Sect's old residence. Even a man would be tired after such a long journey, let alone a woman.

Rong'er found a large rock in the woods and sat down. She wiped the sweat from her face, took a few deep breaths, and looked at the outline of the Seven Killings Sect's old house. Her anxiety grew, and she longed to see Gai Nie even more.

After resting for a while, Rong'er got up from the rock to continue her journey. As soon as she stood up, she sensed that something was wrong with the atmosphere around her; her intuition told her that she was surrounded.

"Damn it!" Rong'er cursed inwardly, then mobilized all her internal energy, preparing to find an opportunity and a breakthrough to break through the encirclement.

Suddenly she heard a whooshing sound, and she quickly turned to the side to dodge, only to find herself playing right into the enemy's trap. Her turn caused her to fall into the snare.

Rong'er was a little dazed when she fell into the trap, but she recovered quickly and thought to herself: I was careless this time!

Rong'er cried out from inside the trap, "Who is it! How dare you do such despicable things and not come out to see me!"

After a long time without any response, Rong'er began to wonder: Could it be that I was just imagining things?

After a while, the sound of footsteps crunching on leaves came from above.

Rong'er looked up and couldn't help but grit her teeth! Who was that person with a full head of white hair above her?

Who else but Wei Zhuang? Wei Zhuang glanced at Rong'er but said nothing.

Rong'er glanced at Wei Zhuang and said with a sneer, "I never expected you, Wei Zhuang, to be capable of such scheming tricks. It's truly an eye-opener for me!"

Chapter 1210 The Integration of Two Fairy Tails

Wei Zhuang merely glanced at her indifferently and calmly said, "I never expected that Duanmu Rong would secretly sneak into my Seven Kills Sect's old residence. If this gets out, it will be a laughing stock in the martial arts world."

Duanmu Rong bit her lower lip and remained silent.

Wei Zhuang turned to his men and ordered, "Tie her up and take her away."

Although Rong'er was very unwilling, she did not struggle, because she knew that struggling was useless. After all, the principle of being outnumbered was something that every martial artist knew.

Chi Lian had already hatched a plan the moment she saw Rong'er. She walked up to Wei Zhuang and said softly, "I have something to say, but I don't know if I should."

Wei Zhuang glanced at her indifferently and said, "Speak."

A surge of joy welled up within Chi Lian, and she said with a smile, "Duanmu Rong and Gai Nie have an unusual relationship. We can use Duanmu Rong as a hostage to lure Gai Nie out. What do you think?"

Chi Lian smiled as she looked at Wei Zhuang, believing that her plan was perfect and that Wei Zhuang would definitely look at her with new respect.

But Wei Zhuang brought it up. Upon hearing this, he frowned and said coldly, "Absolutely not! If this gets out into the martial world, how can I, Wei Zhuang, maintain my standing there! This matter must not be mentioned again!"

After saying that, she angrily turned and left, leaving Chi Lian standing there blankly.

After a long while, Chi Lian slowly came to her senses, her eyes shrouded in tears. A surge of anger rose within her: It's all Duanmu Rong's fault! It's all her fault! She made me get scolded by Wei Zhuang! I will never let her get away with this!

Chi Lian glared angrily at Duanmu Rong before heading off to find Wei Zhuang. Rong'er felt a pang of helplessness: What had she done now? Did he have to glare at her like that? Lying under a large tree, Rong'er looked at the sky, her mind drifting to Gai Nie: Gai Nie, where are you?!

As she thought about it, tears welled up in her eyes, but she held them back, forcing herself to suppress them. After all, this was not a good occasion to express her emotions.

Chi Lian caught up with Wei Zhuang and said, "This time it was my oversight, please punish me."

Wei Zhuang glanced at her indifferently and said, "It's alright, you just want what's best for me. However, don't bring up this kind of thing again next time."

Chi Lian breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile, "Your subordinate understands."

Wei Zhuang nodded, as if he had thought of something, and said, "By the way, take good care of Duanmu Rong. Don't make things difficult for her. As long as it's not too outrageous, try your best to satisfy her desires."

Chi Lian's smile froze, and she replied stiffly, "Yes, I understand. I will take good care of Duanmu Rong."

Wei Zhuang nodded slightly and left. Chi Lian's smile vanished, leaving only endless malice and jealousy: Why! Why! Could it be that he's fallen for Duanmu Rong?

Chi Lian was startled by her own thoughts, but the more she thought about it, the more she felt it was true, and a strong sense of jealousy welled up in her heart: Duanmu Rong, I will definitely take good care of you!

She instructed her subordinates, "Take good care of Duanmu Rong and try your best to meet her requests."

Although the subordinate was somewhat confused, he still nodded.

Chi Lian watched Wei Zhuang's departing figure, her jealousy intensifying. As she looked at Wei Zhuang's retreating back, she resolved to eliminate Duanmu Rong.

Chapter 1211 Fairy Tail's Growth, A Luxurious Team

Chi Lian was convinced that Rong'er liked Wei Zhuang, and everyone could see her feelings, but since Chi Lian herself didn't say it, no one else could say anything.

One day, everyone gathered together for a meal. Originally, Chi Lian and Rong'er's seats were next to each other, but when Chi Lian saw this, she snorted coldly and turned around to go to another seat.

Rong'er's face darkened slightly. She knew why Chi Lian was targeting her, but she clearly had no feelings for Wei Zhuang. There weren't many complicated reasons why she didn't want Wei Zhuang to be a hostage; she just felt it wasn't appropriate. Chi Lian was usually quite clever, so why couldn't she see that now?

Since Chi Lian found out that Rong'er liked Wei Zhuang, she has always disliked Rong'er and has embarrassed her in public more than once or twice. Even though Rong'er has a good temper, she has become somewhat angry and annoyed by Chi Lian's childish behavior.

Now that Chi Lian had embarrassed him in public, Rong'er felt her anger rising to her head, but she couldn't show it. She could only shovel her food into her mouth as if she were eating Chi Lian's food.

Chi Lian ignored Rong'er's outburst of anger, calmly continuing to eat her meal without being affected, while still looking at Wei Zhuang provocatively.

The meal was quite somber. Seeing the awkward atmosphere, everyone remained quiet and unanimously made a silent note of the unwritten rule that two people should never sit together again.

After the meal, Chi Lian left late as usual, wanting to see Wei Zhuang again. But today she actually saw Wei Zhuang skipping and jumping to find Rong'er to talk to her. Wei Zhuang's fair and handsome face was slightly lowered, and he smiled brightly at Rong'er, as if he had talked about something happy.