My words surprised everyone present, it was also difficult for me to believe it when I read it for the first time. But the smallest of the five was a spy for the 'supposed' righteous sects. Specifically, she is the youngest daughter of my old enemy whose arms I cut off. In a desperate attempt, he used two criminals along with his eldest daughter to fake a scene, attracting my attention. The girl who was very smart from a young age, begged on her knees to become my disciple.
Reading him in the novel, I didn't know the exact reason why Mo Hei Xin took him as a student. The old me is not someone who would make such a decision just because he was asked to do so on his knees. But now I knew; He was always aware of who he was, but he didn't expose it. It would be strange if the strongest fell into such a simple trap.
My former self kept her close out of compassion. Watching a girl just 5 years old being used as a spy by her own father, it reminded he of his dark childhood. Not wanting him to live a bad life, he took care of him and raised him like his own daughter.
Sigh, in the book it didn't explain the other characters' feelings towards Mo Hei Xin; So, I don't know what she thinks of me. The only thing that is clear to me is that Ye Xiu killed me along with the other five; No proof was needed on the part of the protagonist. I don't know who I am to this girl, and I don't think I'll ever know.
Putting aside my internal musings, I looked at the younger one. Unlike the others, there was no fear in her eyes. It was impossible for me to understand this little girl's mind; somehow being a little proud of her.
"I always knew you were Chen Qi's daughter; It is impossible to hide the traits that are inherited from parents. I'm not sure what mission your father gave you; But if it was gaining my trust, you did it. Congratulations."
"You are also the only one who has a clear reason to betray me."
"You don't have to be nervous; I won't do anything to you. I always knew that you infiltrated with the intention of killing me; But I consider you a daughter, so there is nothing to worry about. I don't have the heart to do anything to you or your sisters."
I heaved a sigh to my heart's content. I already know that they will betray me; but it's sad to know that none of them truly trusted me despite the years we spent together. I looked towards the windows and continued rambling about everything I had saved.
"I don't blame you; the heart wants what the heart wants. I can't blame you for anything either, I'm just too tired of continuing this farce. Until the end, none of you considered talking to me. Instead, you blindly trusted the words of a man with some charisma. It's sad, but that's life."
I considered continuing to talk; but I felt Shadow's presence approaching. I guess I've already talked a lot. It's time to finish what I started.
"You don't have to worry about retaliation from my enemies. I'll do something about it. Having said everything that needed to be said, I think it is time for a few last words."
"From today; I am no longer your master, nor are you, my disciples. Consider all the debts skipped, we no longer owe anything to each other."
"Shadow, come in."
Hearing my words; Shadow, who was waiting behind the doors, entered.
"Master, the preparations are made. We can leave when you order."
After nodding at Shadow's words, I turned my gaze towards my former disciples. I could see guilt on their faces, a normal reaction. Before, I prevented them from speaking, but it will be better to let him say a few last words.
"Any last words for your former master?"
First: "Is it impossible for you to reconsider staying? We can change, 'Master'."
"Change? So that?"
"You have shown that your trust in me is as fragile as glass in a storm."
"You tried to kill me before I even had a chance to do anything, I don't want to consider what you'll do to me the next time something like that happens."
I could see that my words silenced what they were about to say. There aren't many excuses you can make for breaking the trust they placed in you.
"Since no one…"
Fifth: "I will find you; you will not be able to escape from me."
The youngest told me a phrase that could be considered a death sentence. I approached her and smiled at her.
"Do you want to kill me so badly? Go ahead, I will give you a chance to do it right now."
It's not that I want to belittle them, but no one knows how strong and durable my body is better than I do. It's impossible to do anything to me at his current level, regardless of what she uses.
I saw her slowly approaching me, so I closed my eyes. I could see that his fists were clenched tightly, as if she had a lot of internal stress built up.
"THUD."
"?"
Unlike the stab I expected, she hugged me. I could feel him starting to sob as she hugged me tightly. Seeing this scene, my heart softened. I could have stayed with them; But they are older, I can't take care of them all their lives.
Between sobs she told me: "I don't want you to leave."
"It's too late."
Hearing my words, her body became more agitated. I put my hands on her head, and caressed it gently, like the first time I met her. I sighed, the girl I picked up from the ground has already grown up. I can't tell what this little brat has in her head.
"If you really manage to find me, I will reconsider. But I will go away, it will take you hundreds of years to find me. "You should live your life, don't waste it on me."
She hugged me tighter: "I won't give up until I see you again, I swear."
"Silly girl, you have learned nothing I have taught you."
I took the girl away from my arms and looked at them all one last time.
"Goodbye, take care of yourselves."
Having said the last words, I flew away with Shadow. From behind I could hear her screams, but I didn't turn around. I continued walking away until the mansion disappeared from my sight.
"Shadow, it's time to tie up loose ends."
"Yes Master."