Xing Tie: Wait a minute! How come Weng Xing has two saviors?

"But why won't you let yourself go?"

Bai Mo's fingers, which were wiping the blade, trembled almost imperceptibly. The heaviness and exhaustion accumulated over four hundred reincarnations seemed to be pried open by this simplest and most direct question, creating a tiny crack.

"You are too concerned about the past, those things you couldn't save, those memories you consider failures. You are also too anxious about the future, what to do in the next cycle, whether the world will repeat the same mistakes again."

She stretched out her finger, pointed at him, and then at the old tree in the courtyard whose leaves were rustling in the evening breeze.

Chapter 180 The wind cannot be waited for; to love the world, one must first love oneself.

"Look, the leaves have fallen, but new ones will grow next year. But... if you don't look up at the clouds on the horizon now, and don't feel the wind blowing on your face, then you will miss this sea of ​​clouds and this gentle breeze forever."

“You always say ‘wait for next time,’ ‘wait for everything to end perfectly,’ but Bai Mo, you can’t wait for the wind. When it comes, you have to reach out and grab it, and feel whether it’s warm or cool.”

"Bai Mo, you've come all this way, don't just become the world's savior and lose yourself in the process."

Her voice was filled with genuine sadness, “I don’t think that counts as living, that’s called… martyrdom.”

"Give up? Or not?" Saifeier496 shook her head. "I think the question itself is tormenting you. But perhaps the answer isn't a simple either-or choice."

"You need to learn to be kinder to yourself first, to 'rescue' yourself from this endless drain, and to make your heart whole and warm again."

"Then, you can use a truly vibrant heart to save the world you want to save, right?"

Her last words were as light as a feather falling, yet they struck Bai Mo's heart with tremendous force:

"What meaning does a world that has been saved have for someone whose heart is already cold and who cannot feel the beauty of life? Is it just a gray and lifeless place?"

Bai Mo fell completely silent. He looked at the girl in front of him, at the reflection of himself in her eyes—a tired, stubborn, and self-imposed prison.

Four hundred and ninety-six reincarnations, through the long passage of time, no one had ever said such a thing to him.

People pray to him, rely on his power, fear his presence, and even resent him out of despair, but no one ever... asks him to save them first.

In the distance, the wind blows across the open fields, bringing the scent of earth and grass.

He lowered his head and, for the first time, truly and carefully examined the skewer of grilled fish in his hand, which had already cooled slightly.

Suddenly, I remembered Aglaia 496's hesitant look when she saw his tattered clothes, I remembered Saifei's joy when she handed him the boots like a treasure, and I also remembered the absolute desolation in my heart when I crossed mountains of corpses and seas of blood countless times, a desolation that existed only for "responsibility" and "goal".

Yes, this is his inescapable destiny, his ultimate goal.

It can save yourself...

Perhaps this is the lesson he truly needs, and the most important lesson, in this long and despairing cycle of reincarnation.

Not far away, Aglaia 496 stood quietly by the door, holding a piece of clothing that was exactly the same as the one Bai Mo was wearing, but clean and warm.

She didn't go forward to disturb them, but simply watched silently, a faint but real glimmer of hope shining in her eyes.

Perhaps, this seemingly reckless but actually warm and insightful little cat can truly use her unique way to gently knock on that cold heart door that has been tightly closed for millions of years.

From that day on, two small things entered Bai Mo's life.

First, they eat grilled fish. Sai Feier 496 always insists on grilling it for him, and while she focuses on turning the branches, Bai Mo waits quietly to the side.

He still doesn't talk much, but when he takes the grilled fish, he carefully picks out every tiny bone and then slowly finishes eating it.

Secondly, he mends clothes. Even if it's just a small tear on the cuff, he'll find a needle and thread and sew it up himself.

He had already neatly put away the new clothes that Aglaia sent him, but he still preferred to wear the old robe that was covered in patches.

He remains the savior who battles the Black Tide, only now his journey is filled with the aroma of grilled fish and moments of peace while mending clothes.

Because he realized that only those who love their savior are qualified to save the world.

(End of memory)

"Time flies, Xia Die 8128... It's time for you to leave." Bai Mo suddenly raised his eyes and said softly.

His tone was calm, yet carried a certain certainty of understanding fate.

Upon hearing this, Xia Die's slender body trembled slightly. Her pale lips pursed gently, and a complex and unspeakable guilt flickered in her eyes:

"Lord Bai Mo... I am sorry. I am sorry that I ultimately overcame the trials at the end of my long and arduous journey, becoming a demigod of 'Death.' If I hadn't borne this authority, perhaps you and Lord Bai E wouldn't have had to..."

“It’s alright.” Bai Mo interrupted her, his gaze distant, as if piercing through countless cycles of time. “Between Bai E and me, there is destined to be a battle. To place this unavoidable rift in the 8128th cycle—such a perfect number of cycles—maybe… be a decent ending.”

Da da da--

Clear footsteps came from behind, unhurried, each step resonating in one's heart. Bai Mo did not turn around.

“Kamerslana,” the voice of the newcomer rang out, belonging to Bai E 8128.

"You should take back the spark of 'death.' So that this world won't be completely destroyed."

"Making them demigods was a mistake from the start. I thought you would let Xia Die voluntarily hand over the Fire Seed." Beneath his calm words lay an almost imperceptible hesitation.

Bai Mo slowly turned around to face his former brother.

Xia Die stepped forward, bravely meeting Bai E's seemingly cold, yet deep blue eyes brimming with endless sorrow:

"Lord Bai'e, there is still compassion in your eyes. Tell me, if I am unwilling to hand over the fire, would you... forcibly rip it from my chest?"

Bai E took a deep breath, forcefully crushing the last trace of hesitation in his eyes: "In the previous cycle, and even the cycle before that, and the cycle before that... you asked me the same question. The only difference is that this time, your identity is that of a true demigod."

His voice suddenly turned urgent and cold: "My patience is almost exhausted, and I don't want to waste any more words. Listen carefully, Xiaodie: hand over the fire, and we'll pretend we never clashed here."

"Only in this way can Bai Mo and I move on to the next cycle of reincarnation, and you... and your dying world, may have a glimmer of hope."

"You really are... no longer the Lord Bai'e I knew who would grieve for the deceased." Xia Die's voice was as soft as a sigh, containing an indescribable sorrow.

Just then, Bai Mo took two steps forward, standing between Xia Die and Bai E. His gaze was fixed on Bai E: "Bai E, before everything begins, answer me one question: What exactly is 'savior' in your eyes?"

Chapter 181 Bai E: I am the "Savior", I will save Onpharos.

This unexpected question startled Bai E slightly. He looked at Bai Mo, who had already quietly tightened his grip on the hilt of the "Heavenly Fire" sword, and a complex smile appeared on his lips:

“This is the first time since the beginning of the cycle, Kameslana. I thought you would just watch silently as I asked the demigod Xiaodie for the fire, just like you have done a thousand times before.”

"My vision of 'salvation'?" Bai'er repeated the question, his eyes gleaming with golden light. "It's about completely freeing Onpharos from the quagmire of destruction! It's about freeing its fate from the anchor of 'destruction,' granting it true freedom!"

Before he finished speaking, the "Dawn" greatsword in his hand had already burst forth with a scorching light that could tear through space, and his figure transformed into a streak of fire, directly closing in on Xia Die!

This sword strike was faster than time itself, and ruthless to the point of showing no mercy!

The once solid ground in front of the entrance to the underworld cracked inch by inch and turned into dust due to Bai Mo's sudden burst of power!

Almost at the same instant, "Heavenly Fire" was unsheathed, and the holy silver light and the destructive crimson collided violently in mid-air!

clang--! ! !

A deafening clang of metal clashing, accompanied by a surging shockwave, swept outwards!

Bai Mo parried with his sword, forcefully blocking Bai E's deadly attack. He glared at his brother, who was so close to him, his voice trembling with extreme anger:

"Is your so-called 'salvation' simply saving a cold, abstract symbol like 'Onpharos'?! Saving the world by killing your own comrades... what kind of savior is that?!"

Bai E did not answer, but suddenly exerted his strength and slashed Bai Mo away with his sword.

Immediately afterwards, dozens of burning clones emerged from behind him, launching another deadly attack on Xia Die from all angles!

Xia Die's face paled, but she did not back down. The power of "death" condensed into a deep vortex in her palm, and the shadow spread like a living thing, trying to drag those fiery clones into eternal silence.

At the same time, with a thought, Bai Mo sent several golden threads and the butterfly together to bind and strangle the damaged containers that were being restricted.

“It’s time for a final reckoning between us, Bai E.” Bai Mo looked at Bai E, his eyes becoming incredibly calm at that moment.

The Heavenly Judgment emitted a long hum in his hand, as if responding to its master's determination.

Bai E also assumed a decisive battle stance, the flames on the Dawnbreaker burning even more fiercely, his voice like a pronouncement of doomsday judgment:

"For new life to sprout, the seed that carries it must first be dead."

"Chasing fire is not a leisurely stroll through a sea of ​​flowers, but a radical transformation that destroys and rebuilds everything in its path!"

"In this great transformation, the life of an individual... should be considered insignificant!"

The two brothers, swords drawn, faced each other. The final clash of their ideologies was about to begin at the entrance to the underworld, setting the stage for blood and fire.

The air seemed to have been sucked out, solidifying into heavy amber.

Between the two, no words were needed anymore; only a silent death knell remained.

A coin was bounced up by Bai Er, tracing a cold arc before flipping and falling to the ground.

Almost at the same instant, Bai Mo waved his hand and scattered a handful of coins, like a reverse golden rain, chaotic and complex, reflecting the surging pain beneath his resolute decision.

Before the coin even hit the ground, both figures had already blurred!

A flash of light! Bai Mo's "Heavenly Fire," imbued with a scorching will to burn everything, had already slashed towards Bai E!

Bai E's "Dawn" is like the first ray of light piercing through the darkness of dawn, boldly meeting the challenge!

Clang——! ! !

The deafening explosion of clashing blades tore through the stagnant air. A terrifying force exploded outwards from them, and the ancient earth beneath their feet groaned under the immense pressure, spiderweb-like cracks spreading wildly, instantly covering an area of ​​hundreds of meters in radius!

However, their powers immediately manifested—the shattered earth was forcibly mended as if alive in the distorted halo of light, but the next second, it was shattered again under an even more violent impact!

On this infernal stage of constant shattering and rebirth, they transformed into two streams of destructive light that were frantically entangled and colliding!

The flashing blades and shadowy swords had formed a dazzling web of death. Each collision of their weapons produced a deafening sonic boom, and shockwaves rippled outwards, causing the distant mountains to tremble slightly.

In just a few breaths, they had already clashed more than a thousand times!

"Ugh!" With a perfectly executed parry and counterattack, Bai Mo's immense power finally caused Bai E's blood and qi to churn, and his body was forced to retreat uncontrollably.

"Open the door!" Bai E shouted, and a distorted spatial portal instantly opened behind him. He flashed into it without hesitation.

"Face me! Caiuslana!" Bai Mo's eyes were as cold as ice. A gate to a hundred worlds opened in front of him, and he stepped into it.

The next moment, the two appeared simultaneously a hundred meters in the air. Bai E's eyes burned with unwavering resolve, and he suddenly swung his arms:

"The blazing sun... tears the sky apart!"

The wings of light on his back fully unfurled, like a rising sun, as if a huge hole had been burned through the sky!

Countless burning meteorites, trailing scorching flames, rained down like a doomsday firestorm!

Even more terrifying, a massive asteroid with a diameter of nearly a thousand kilometers forcibly broke through the constraints of the laws of physics and instantly invaded Bai Mo's view. The huge shadow completely swallowed him and the surrounding space!

Faced with this devastating attack, Bai Mo's expression turned icy cold as he slashed "Heavenly Fire" towards the void in front of him:

"'Conflict,' level the heavens and the earth!"

In the space before him, thousands of gates to the Hundred Realms opened one after another! Behind each gate came the buzzing sound of an ancient behemoth awakening.

In the next instant, countless giant stone swords, hundreds of meters long—the Blades of Heavenly Punishment—transformed into gray torrents of death and shot out at a terrifying speed of hundreds of Mach!

The torrent of giant swords collided violently with the meteor shower and the asteroid!

Rumble, rumble—! ! !

The explosion, beyond description, illuminated the entire sky, resembling the dawn of the universe.

The terrifying shockwave completely cleared away the clouds within a radius of hundreds of miles!

The massive asteroid, battered by countless divine strikes, shattered into a torrential downpour of debris that crashed down upon the earth, causing continuous tremors.

Amidst this devastating downpour, two figures clashed once more on a giant sword that was flying diagonally downwards!

They traversed this hundreds-of-meters-long "battlefield" as if it were flat ground, running wildly in the opposite direction!

"Heavenly Fire" and "Dawn's Invasion" clashed fiercely once again, the exploding sparks and shattered sword stones intertwining to create a destructive storm!

Clang! Clang! Clang!

"boom--!!!"

After a straightforward, head-on clash that combined the full strength of both sides.

The reaction force transmitted from the sword finally exceeded the limits of what the two could control.

Chapter 182 Bai Mo: If a black sun rises on the horizon, I will personally cut it down.

"Heavenly Fire" and "Dawnfall" were released simultaneously, spinning and flying to the side.

In that instant, time seemed to stretch out infinitely.

As they gazed into each other's familiar, now cold blue eyes, did any memories of the past flash through their minds?

In the sun-drenched arena, a small figure named Tian waved his fist and shouted: