Chapter 5897: Couldn’t Let Go Before

Chapter 5897: Couldn’t Let Go Before

“If they’re not, then where did the nine treasures come from?” Li Qiye nodded.

“I see.” The founder murmured. He had controlled Elder Galaxy before and had insight into the treasure’s unfathomable size.

He and the other lords couldn’t fully grasp its true power. He didn’t believe anyone could do so.

What about the nine words, the source of these treasures? What kind of power would come from wielding one? He didn’t dare to imagine this for it was above his station.

“It was like this when I first visited.” He said.

They didn’t create this space for it was here from the start.

“It was like this long, long ago, even before the start of Trinity Epoch.” Li Qiye responded.

“Did they ever appear in our world?” He couldn’t but ask.

“Not now, maybe long ago before time immemorial.” Li Qiye said. [1]

“Where are they now?” He asked.

“That’s an interesting question. Where is the safest place?” Li Qiye smiled.

“The safest place?” He blurted in response: “What are they afraid of?”

In his opinion, nothing was stronger than the nine treasures, let alone their sources.

Li Qiye chuckled and pointed above.

“The high heaven...” This gave the founder the answer.

This applied to everyone, ranging from Epoch’s End to Trinity Ancestor. Therefore, it made sense that the nine words would be afraid of the high heaven as well.

“You’re leaving forever this time?” World stared at Li Qiye for a moment before letting out a sigh.

“Yes, the path here has been walked, I must depart.” Li Qiye gazed at the horizon and smiled heartily.

“You’re finally letting go.” World murmured.

Li Qiye had never rested during times of peace or turmoil. He traveled from the nine worlds to the thirteen continents and back to the nine worlds, repeating the journey numerous times. This couldn’t have been pleasant.

“I can say that I’m just a passerby now without it being a lie.” Li Qiye said sentimentally.

“You became one after returning from Heavenrealm, you didn’t have to.” World said.

“I couldn’t let go back then since there were too many memories there, I had to do something.” Li Qiye showed several emotions as he recalled the past - a hint of melancholy but also a sense of freedom.

“Right, you wanted to protect.” World said.

“I don’t want to wear the hat of a savior for that is too heavy, no one can bear that burden. The weight crushes the wearer and the world itself.” Li Qiye shook his head.

“But you've done just that.” World said earnestly.

“Not to save the world, only to perfect my dao heart.” Li Qiye smiled.

World sighed and asked again: “You’re really not coming back?”

“Yes, I’ve said goodbyes too many times.” Li Qiye calmly gazed at the outside world and answered firmly.

“I see.” World could tell that Li Qiye had finally let go of the epoch.

During his previous expedition, he was still unwilling to let go due to the unforgettable memories but most importantly, the looming threats.

Now, he was calm while gazing at it one last time, no longer experiencing negative emotions. He finally turned into a true passerby, not wanting to linger for much longer.

1. This might be a new date classification. If it is repeated, I will capitalize it then and use Time Immemorial ☜