Above all spirits

Chapter 501 Unwilling

As Yue's consciousness gradually returned, her lifeless eyes were once again adorned with the glitter of starlight. However, it wasn't long before Yue showed a bewildered expression, feeling as if this body didn't belong to her for a moment, and asked a question.

"Gu...Yun? Did something just happen?"

"I felt my consciousness inexplicably waver for a moment."

"I feel lightheaded."

Gu Yun took a deep breath. He had intended to tell the truth, but after feeling the warmth between his eyebrows, he hesitated and ultimately did not tell the truth.

"You're probably just tired. It's normal to feel exhausted after a battle."

Yue scratched her long silver hair and said somewhat shyly.

"Is that so... I'm sorry to have embarrassed you, but I remember your request, and I will convey it to it!"

Gu Yun uttered a single word heavily.

"it is good."

He really didn't know what to say, but he was determined to obtain this power, and Yue would inevitably lose something as a result.

It's highly likely to be a life.

Narga Yama didn't elaborate; it was simply her perverse sense of humor.

Gu Yun desperately wanted to remove the mark between her eyebrows immediately to avoid creating unnecessary entanglements.

but.

why.

I can't bring myself to do it.

He had clearly abandoned most of his emotions; he was clearly the master of negative inner demons, a celestial demon.

why.

I wouldn't be able to do it.

It's definitely not love.

Then.

Is it guilt?

Or pity?

"Gu Yun, your ID card is lit up. Is it almost your turn?"

Yue pointed to the token at Gu Yun's waist and whispered a reminder.

And just like that, without realizing it.

Gu Yun saw it.

I saw glimmers of hope, optimism, and longing for a better tomorrow deep within the moon's pupils.

Even though she knew her end was already in sight.

what.

Gu Yun seemed to understand why she couldn't bring herself to do it.

Because he himself once walked into an unknown and dark future with the same mindset. At that time, many people took his hand when he needed help, so that he wouldn't starve to death on the streets.

He was incredibly fortunate to meet Yunyin at a certain moment in his life.

But you should know that on Earth, it was a peaceful era, completely different from here.

Gu Yun simply refused.

I am unwilling to personally destroy this yearning for tomorrow that comes from someone with a painful fate.

Narga Yam.

I've really remembered you.

"okay, I get it."

Gu Yun responded and then turned around and patted Guang Xuzi on the shoulder, signaling him to calm down.

Guangxuzi's contradictory reaction suggests that he is still unclear about the root of Yue's problems, and it is highly likely that there is a discrepancy between his understanding and the circumstances surrounding Yue.

Gu Yun did not ask any further questions.

"I'll be right back. Please take care of Yue for now."

With Guang Xuzi subconsciously agreeing, Gu Yun left the platform.

"Gu boy, what's wrong? Your inner turmoil is practically seeping into my ears."

'Weren't you here just now?'

'Huh? What happened?'

Gu Yun paused. Only targeting himself? At the level of consciousness?

However, he didn't think about it much.

'That stinky octopus just connected with me.'

'Damn, how come I didn't see a single clue?'

'What could a lowly demon like you, who wasn't even a demon general before, possibly possibly know?'

"Hey, that's too much! Shrimp and pork heart!" What did she say?

'Ha, she certainly knows how to get something for nothing. The original deal seemed to have given me both an opportunity and external resources, but who would have thought it was practically a free lunch? The price for this so-called opportunity was the moon, something she planned to use as a consumable. And the bead that sealed her—not even that, it wasn't hers. Her heart is truly filthy.'

'Huh? So you're really going to...'

'No, let's leave it at that for now.'

Gu Yun stopped talking about it and instead picked up the glowing identity token in his hand, walking in the direction it indicated.

It didn't take long.

He then followed the signs to the preparation area, which was designated as the championship candidate area.

The ranking battleground for the champion's seat is located in the very center of the entire training ground, a core position that can be seen from all the stands. Its preparation area is located directly above this core position and has a dedicated teleportation channel.

The preparation area was luxurious, with all kinds of facilities. If it weren't for the martial arts competition outside, Gu Yun would have thought he had entered an exchange meeting held by an ancient noble family. However, Gu Yun's purpose was clear: he was only there to forfeit. In his eyes, there was not much difference between first place and fourth place, so he did not pay too much attention to the scene around him.

However, even without noticing, Gu Yun could sense the surging magical power and superior aura emanating from all around, which was very similar to the aura emanating from Huang Xiaoyu. Clearly, the demons here were probably mostly nobles from the Supreme Emperor Palace and members of the Supreme Emperor Demon Clan.

Gu Yun's all-black attire attracted the attention of many demons from the moment he appeared. After all, in this Heavenly Guard trial, no demon who watched the trial could fail to be impressed by his black clothes.

There was admiration among them as well as disgust, but Gu Yun ignored it all.

Following the directions and sensing the aura, Gu Yun arrived in front of Huang Taixu, who was in charge of the ranking battle. It was a place somewhat like a hotel bar, but without the hustle and bustle of a nightclub. Instead, it was quiet, luxurious, and elegant. Not far from where Huang Taixu was, Huang Li and Huang Xiaoyu, the siblings, were sitting in a semi-open private room. Not long after they appeared, Gu Yun could feel the deep malice directed at him from that direction.

Needless to say, Gu Yun knew who this malice came from.

Gu Yun looked around but couldn't find Xue Lingjian. He guessed he hadn't arrived yet.

"Gu Yun, are you here to forfeit?"

Seeing Gu Yun walk straight toward him, Huang Taixu smiled and spoke.

Gu Yun frowned slightly, somewhat puzzled that Huang Taixu knew her purpose, but nodded without any attempt to hide it.

"Yes, I am well aware of my own abilities, so there is no need for me to humiliate myself."

"But how did you know?"

At this moment, a tall and familiar figure appeared behind Huang Taixu, and a voice with a hint of displeasure rang out as the figure appeared.

"I knew you weren't very ambitious, and you really didn't leave me any surprises."

Lin Fan snorted coldly, sat down in front of the bar, casually picked up one of the glasses from a row of neatly arranged, full glasses, and drank it all in one gulp. The staff at the bar readily refilled Lin Fan's glass with the same type of wine.

Gu Yun twitched his lips slightly, a little embarrassed, and said.

"You really know me well, but I really can't beat the rest."

Lin Fan waved his hand and said.

"Come on, even if you could fight, you would still say that."

"but."

Lin Fan changed the subject, his tone carrying a hint of satisfaction.

"I'm quite satisfied with achieving fourth place."