Chapter 254: Farewell
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
The complex relationship between Lu Ming and the people of Nanxiang could not be explained in just a few words.
But one thing had to be acknowledged.
Lu Ming had given much more than he had received!
Because of Lu Ming, the people of Nanxiang could survive the crisis time and time again.
Because of Lu Ming, the people of Nanxiang were able to establish a connection with the Eternal Clan.
Because of Lu Ming’s efforts, He Qing and Heluo started to value the people of Nanxiang, offering them better conditions and a slightly smoother path for their future.
In the past, Lu Ming was the guardian of Nanxiang.
Now, that role had been taken over by theEternal Clan.
Although he did not say it out loud, Lu Ming felt a sense of relief.
It was as if a heavy burden had been lifted from his shoulders.
Huo Sheng also smiled and said, “I’ve always felt like I owe you.”
“You’ve given us so much, but we’ve given you so little.”
“Actually, anyone with a brain could see your potential. Someone like you should never be restricted or constrained.”
“In the past, we were actually the ones constraining you.”
“To be honest, there were several times when i wanted to help you break free from these constraints.”
For example, he wanted to send Bai Tianyu and Duan Mei on a journey through the Hundred Thousand Mountains to find the Eternal Clan.
For example, after moving into the Hundred Thousand Mountains, Huo Sheng reduced the size of their gathering place.
“What a shame…”
At this point, Huo Sheng smiled and shook his head, “We can’t do without you, that’s for sure.”
He sighed, and though he was smiling, his expression was somewhat complex.
Huo Sheng took a deep breath, “In short, if you need anything in the future, look for us. We’ll do everything we can to help, even if it seems impossible!”
As he spoke, he stood up, “And Nanxiang will always be your home.”
With that said, Lu Ming also stood up and hugged Huo Sheng.
Huo Sheng smiled and looked at the three women who were present.
“We should give them some time. I’ll be leaving now.”
Huo Sheng stood up and left.
Only Lu Ming, Zhang Chengcheng, Wei Lan, and Fala remained in the room.
“Mr. Lu, my grandfather has decided to go to the Eternal Clan, and I’ll go with him.”
Fala was the first to speak.
She looked at Lu Ming with a hint of reluctance, but it was overshadowed by her curiosity and her yearning for a bigger world.
Seeing Fala like this, Lu Ming also smiled and said, “Without Miss Fala, how will 1 manage my meals in the future?”
It was rare for Lu Ming to make a joke, and Fala laughed in response.
Then, she bowed to Lu Ming and said, “The Spirit Race will not forget you, Mr. Lu, so please don’t forget us either.”
Lu Ming nodded, “1 won’t forget.”
“Then I’ll be leaving now.”
Fala turned and left, closing the door behind her.
Wei Lan then added, “Brother Lu, I’m also leaving.”
It could be seen that Wei Lan’s eyes were a bit red and swollen, as if she had just cried.
Her tone was also somewhat low, making Lu Ming’s mood inexplicably gloomy.
“Thank you,” Lu Ming said.
“Thank you for Wei Lan’s previous sparring and thank you for Wei Lan’s previous culinary skills.”
In short, among the people of Nanxiang, Wei Lan was one of those who did not need to thank Lu Ming for protection.
She had exchanged her labor for Lu Ming’s protection, which was fair and reasonable. She thanked Lu Ming, and Lu Ming also wanted to thank her.
Hearing Lu Ming’s thank you, Wei Lan’s nose wrinkled, and a few more tears slid down from her eyes.
She sniffled and said, “Brother Lu, I can’t bear to part with you… but… but…”
But she could not bear to leave Nanxiang, her home…
Unlike Lu Ming, who had his own secluded residence, Wei Lan had friends and family in Nanxiang.
Moreover, she had come to Lu Ming’s side as part of a mission assigned by her superior.
After Lu Ming returned from the Flame Clan Ruin, he no longer needed Wei Lan’s assistance in cultivation, so her mission was considered complete. Now that Nanxiang had found its own path, it was only natural for Wei Lan to choose to go with them to the Eternal Clan.
Seeing Wei Lan in tears, Lu Ming took a step forward and gave Wei Lan a gentle and polite hug.
“Go on.”
“Go find your future.”
“You’re not anyone’s subordinate, you’re just Wei Lan.”
But Wei Lan cried even louder.
Turning to the red-eyed Zhang Chengcheng, Lu Ming thought for a moment and then walked over to her.
He said seriously, “Then Chengcheng, what about you?”
Before Zhang Chengcheng could say anything, Lu Ming had already added, “Whether you stay by my side or go to the Eternal Clan, it’s fine either way.”
Yes, it was fine either way.
Unlike Wei Lan, Fala, and the others, Chengcheng was indeed special.
She stayed by Lu Ming’s side not as part of a mission or for any other reason, but simply out of admiration and a desire to do something for Lu Ming.
Looking into Lu Ming’s eyes, Zhang Chengcheng suddenly burst into tears.
With all her might, she rushed into Lu Ming’s embrace, causing his body to stiffen for a moment, but soon he hugged her tightly as well.
“Brother Lu, do you like me?”
Lu Ming was silent for a long time, “I don’t know… but maybe a little.”
Chengcheng immediately broke into a smile through her tears.
She let go of Lu Ming and smiled brightly at him, saying, “I like Brother Lu more.”
Lu Ming also smiled. “Yes, I know that.”
However, Lu Ming’s inherent sense of insecurity made him lack the elegance to talk about romance.
After some thought, Lu Ming did not bring up this topic. Instead, he repeated, “So, where do you want to go?”
“If you stay by my side, I’ll protect you.”
“If…”
“I’ll go to the Eternal Clan,” Chengcheng said firmly and resolutely.
Lu Ming was momentarily stunned.
Then Chengcheng said in a clear voice, “After all, I’m not anyone’s vassal. I’m Zhang Chengcheng.”
“I don’t want to be protected by you forever, Brother Lu. I want to stand by your side and face everything together with you.”
“But I’m too weak.”
“If I continue to follow Brother Lu, I’ll never be able to grow into the person I want to be.”
After saying this, Zhang Chengcheng took a deep breath,”So, Brother Lu, wait for me.”
“When I become stronger and strong enough to stand by your side, I’ll come back to find you.”
After saying this, Chengcheng fell silent.
This was because she knew Lu Ming’s growth speed.
Because of this, she felt that her pursuit might be in vain.
Until a large hand gently stroked Chengcheng’s head.
“You wait for me too.”
“Wait for me to become stronger, so strong that I am fearless in any situation, at that time, I’ll look for you.”
“And I believe… that day is not far away.”
Morning, 236th day of the Black Mist Calendar.
Morning.
He Qing piloted a huge airship from Archean City, heading towards the other side of the Hundred Thousand Mountains.
On the airship, the people of Nanxiang looked out of the windows but couldn’t see that familiar figure.
Archean City, City Lord’s Mansion, Lu Ming’s room.
Roda looked at Lu Ming and could not help but ask, “Aren’t you going to see them off?”
Lu Ming just shook his head gently.
No..”