Legend of the Dragon King: I really didn't mean to provoke them!

One sentence exploded in Xie Xie's mind in an instant.

Like a sudden enlightenment, like a strong wind breaking through the fog.

He stared blankly at the Dragon of Time and Space, and the confusion and self-doubt in his heart vanished instantly, like snow melting under the scorching sun.

Yes.

When souls merge, they return to their rightful place.

Since he can feel that love, feel that regret, and live a life that is uniquely his own—

That person is Xie Xie.

A lump formed in her throat again, but this time, it wasn't tears of bitterness that welled up, but rather the relief and peace of surviving a disaster.

Xie Xie slowly raised his head, the confusion in his eyes dissipating, replaced by an unprecedented determination.

"I... am Xie Xie."

He repeated softly, his voice low but each word clear, "I am not someone else."

【very good.】

The Dragon of Time and Space's voice softened slightly.

With his inner turmoil resolved, Xie Xie suddenly remembered something, slapped his forehead, and asked the question that had lingered in his mind since reading the original work in his previous life:

"Dragon of Time and Space, I have a question."

"Since the future Xie... the future me has mastered the power of time and space, why can't I travel freely through time and space?"

"For example, going back in time to change the future, or taking the other six Shrek Seven Devils to see Tang Wulin and Gu Yuena's wedding."

This is a regret in the hearts of many fans of the Dragon King.

【…】

The Dragon of Time and Space remained silent for a long time before slowly speaking, his gentle voice tinged with a hint of hoarseness.

The spacetime power you will eventually control is but a drop in the ocean; you don't even have the qualifications to touch the very essence of spacetime.

Even as the master of time and space, I cannot arbitrarily reverse time.

The laws of spacetime cannot be transgressed; even the slightest deviation will trigger dimensional collapse and the breakdown of spacetime, reducing both the mortal and divine realms to nothingness.

Its voice remained indifferent and calm, without any fluctuations, only its ancient and deep dragon eyes flashed with a trace of almost imperceptible desolation.

Even if I were a god, I would not have the right to arbitrarily take away life.

[Of course, I will not treat my life as a mere plaything in my personal affairs. If we go by your words from my past life, although I am of demonic origin, I am still a promising candidate for the path of ruthlessness.]

Xie Xie: "..."

I was feeling sentimental, bro, could you please not suddenly break character?

Xie Xie stared speechlessly at the Time-Space Dragon, never expecting this guy to have a humorous personality.

As for my king...

The Dragon of Time seemed to pierce through endless time, landing on a figure that was out of reach.

My only selfish reason for summoning you to this world was to do so.

After a long while, it slowly looked at Xie Xie, but changed the subject. In its indifferent eyes, there was finally a trace of obsession and wavering that it itself was unwilling to admit.

I wield the power of time and space, and have seen all the heavens and realms, yet I cannot fathom your future—for it is a unique void, filled with indescribable, infinite possibilities.

Its dragon eyes suddenly turned into a chaotic white, as if swallowing endless years.

It, which has always prioritized rationality, now exhibited a gambler's mentality.

You are the variable, and also the only hope.

I cannot change the past or the future, but you can change the blank canvas of your future.

This is my only hope, and my only exception.

"Me? Me?" Xie Xie pointed at himself in disbelief. "But my future was bright, I just wanted to lie down and cling to powerful figures. And now you're telling me I have to save the future?"

"Isn't that pure nonsense?!"

The Dragon of Time and Space stared intently at Xie Xie, a look of relief in its eyes.

You will.

From the moment you came into this world, the world has been changing for you.

As the words fell, the figure of the Time-Space Dragon began to fade and dissipate, its pure white scales transforming into starlight that merged into this pure white spiritual space.

Time is running out, Xie Xie, you should go back.

As the last vestige of consciousness dissipated, the empty white space began to twist and shatter.

Xie Xie felt a sudden dizziness, and then the heavy night and cool evening breeze enveloped him again.

Take a deep breath.

He slowly raised his head, but only felt...

The sky has fallen!

Family members, does anyone understand? The main mission for the future has inexplicably added a new section: Change the ending, save the future!

Why would he want to save them?

After the Great Battle of the Abyss, demigods, quasi-gods, and titled Douluo were either dead or injured. Tang Shenwang was still above them, and Tang Wulin and Gu Yuena, who were more powerful than him, were frozen in ice forever.

With this power of time and space, he can definitely control everything.

If pushed too far, he will unleash his ninth soul skill, Time-Space Travel Thrust, pulling his entire opponent into a self-destruction.

Forget one-for-one, one-for-many is possible.

He's got power, status, and a wife—what future can he possibly change?

Without hesitation, Xie Xie pulled up his main quest log and immediately blocked the main quest "Change the Future" that was flashing with golden light.

After doing all this, Xie Xie skipped and hopped back home.

His biggest dream in this life is to cling to Tang Wulin's coattails, marry Yuanen Yehui, and then effortlessly reach the pinnacle of life.

Save the Dragon God and change the future?

Let whoever wants to do it do it; he's not going to.

Stepping back into the stuffy beef shop, Xie Xie happily waved to Tang Wulin and Gu Yue, "Hello, hello, I'm back!"

Looking up, the three servings of braised beef in pots on the table were untouched and still steaming.

Tang Wulin appeared beside Xie Xie in a flash, his voice filled with obvious worry, "Xie Xie, are you... alright?"

"What could be wrong? I just wanted to get some fresh air and clear my head," Xie Xie said with a smile, waving his hand.

As he spoke, he casually sat back down in his seat, picked up the drink on the table, and took a big gulp to calm his nerves.

Uncle Li watched Xie Xie regain his energy and a relieved smile appeared on his face. He then turned around and brought out several plates of freshly roasted braised beef, the aroma of which instantly filled the entire small shop.

Xie Xie immediately forgot all his troubles, picked up his chopsticks and began to eat heartily, stuffing his mouth full and mumbling indistinctly:

"Mmm! Delicious!"

"What are you all standing there for? Eat!"

Seeing that Xie Xie's demeanor didn't seem fake, Tang Wulin relaxed and, without thinking too much, started eating with his chopsticks.

Gu Yue, sitting opposite Xie Xie, had never taken her eyes off him since Xie Xie entered the room.

An invisible wave quietly enveloped the area.

For some reason, the moment Xie Xie pushed open the door and entered, the aura that had attracted her seemed to inexplicably shift away.

That attraction was no longer one-way, but rather had a subtle echo.

Xie Xie exuded an extremely faint aura that stirred the depths of her soul.

That's a kind of...

Like the only piece of driftwood in a vast ocean, or the only light in endless darkness.

The attraction wasn't strong, much weaker than the aura emanating from Tang Wulin that made her instinctively want to get closer—but it was exceptionally pure, exceptionally... reassuring.

This feeling stirred an indescribable ripple in her originally serene state of mind.

Gu Yue withdrew her somewhat scattered gaze and looked back at Xie Xie.

The guy was being forced to drink hot water by Tang Wulin, looking bitter and resentful, with a bit of oil on his nose, looking completely heartless.

Is it... just my imagination?