Time continued its relentless march, and Xu Lixing, his beloved daughter, had reached the final chapter of her life.
"Dad." Xu Lixing leaned gently against the bed, clasping Xu Jingming's hand with a serene smile. "Don't be saddened. I am immensely grateful to be your daughter in this lifetime."
Xu Jingming gazed at his daughter.
Those who had brought him into this world and nurtured him had already departed.
Even his dear spouse had left his side.
Now, the only daughter he had raised was on the verge of departing from this realm as well.
Even as a formidable half-step third-realm powerhouse, Xu Jingming felt his heart torn asunder.
"I know, my pride—my dearest father is the strongest." The aged Xu Lixing locked eyes with her father, her smile unwavering.
Xu Jingming tenderly caressed his daughter's face. "Lixing, Daddy loves you more than words can express."