Chapter 324 - 318: I Like You

Chapter 324: Chapter 318: I Like You

Si Muye listened, his dark brown eyes filled entirely with his care for her.

He spoke. "I know, A Yue, you won’t blame me... Because you are the very best, the best female in this Beast World."

Shen Yue’s eyes grew even redder. Why did it make her so sad to hear Si Muye say she was the very best?

A faint smile tugged at the corners of his lips. "Fortunately, when I rushed back, you and the children were safe and sound. I think the Beast God must have heard my prayers and sent you back to me."

His voice was very soft, yet every word was clear, striking right at the tip of Shen Yue’s heart.

"A Yue, I know you are very formidable and strong. You’re so capable that nothing seems to stump you, so strong that you don’t need anyone’s protection. In fact, you are the one protecting everyone you care about and cherish... You’ve done everything in your power for the children, for everyone, and even for the people of Barbaric City—things that no one else could possibly achieve.

"Actually, I often fantasize and yearn, wondering if I have the right or if I am worthy of standing by the side of an A Yue like you..."

He raised his hand, wanting to touch her hair, but paused in mid-air and ultimately withdrew it gently.

This was his first time dropping all his disguises in front of her. He was no longer the taciturn, big oaf who kept his edge hidden. Facing his own heart, the sincerity and determination in his eyes were more dazzling than the brightest crystals at the bottom of the sea.

"A Yue, actually, I want to tell you that I like you."

Shen Yue met his gaze, her heart clenching inch by inch. She could clearly feel the pounding rhythm of her heartbeat.

"I like you regardless of your looks, your status, or who you are. It doesn’t matter how many people are around you, or whether there is a place for me. I have liked you for a very long time."

After saying this, it was as if a crushing weight had been lifted off Si Muye’s shoulders.

Motes of light in the water fell across his features, vividly outlining his youthful sincerity and courage.

Meanwhile, Shen Yue stared intently at his profile, her breathing unconsciously softening. Her heart pounded so wildly in her chest that it made her eardrums ring.

Shen Yue hadn’t expected him to suddenly confess. Her heart felt as if it were wrapped in layers of warm seawater. It was so hot it was almost overflowing. A thousand words were stuck in her throat, and just as she opened her mouth to respond, Si Muye gently shook his head first, his eyes brimming with boundless, gentle tolerance.

It was as if he had already anticipated her dilemma; he didn’t need her to give any answer at this moment at all.

His dark brown eyes gazed at her, his tone calm yet incredibly solemn. "A Yue, you don’t need to rush to answer me. I’ve never thought about snatching the position of a beast husband either."

He paused, his fingertips lightly brushing the back of her hand that hung by her side. The touch was slightly cool but carried a reassuring strength.

"Even if I am never your beast husband and can only stand behind you, I am still willing to do anything for you. I would go through hell and high water, and even if it costs my life, I wouldn’t bat an eye."

Hearing this, Shen Yue’s heart melted completely. How could she possibly let a Si Muye like this lose his life?

"I’m saying all this today just so you know my feelings. So you know that in this world, there will always be someone who loves and protects you without reservation—that’s all."

Her nose tingled, and unable to hold back the moisture in her eyes any longer, her tears fell in steady drops.

She had never thought that Si Muye’s feelings would be so pure yet so heavy. He didn’t ask for a status or force a response, only wishing to silently guard her side.

At this moment, a resolute decision was already surging in her heart, leaving not a sliver of hesitation. She wanted to protect the world, but she also wanted Si Muye. She would not sacrifice him to protect the world.

Taking a deep breath, she looked up at Si Muye. Her voice was slightly choked with emotion, yet exceptionally firm. "Si Muye, I... I suddenly remembered an urgent matter. I need you to immediately rush back to Barbaric City to handle it."

Si Muye was slightly taken aback and met her eyes, which were hiding her emotions. Then he immediately nodded without a hint of hesitation. "Okay. No matter what it is, I’ll go do it right away."

Looking at his unreserved demeanor, the warmth in Shen Yue’s heart grew even stronger. She looked at him earnestly. "I’ll give you the specifics later. You are to depart immediately and make sure it’s done properly. As for my answer to you..."

She slightly curled her lips, her eyes rippling with unprecedented gentleness and anticipation. Word by word, her voice reached Si Muye’s ears clearly: "I’ll tell you in person after I return from the sea. Okay?"

Si Muye looked at her, his throat tight, and nodded. "Okay, I’ll listen to you."

Shen Yue hadn’t expected him to agree so readily without asking a single question. No hesitation, no misgivings, not even a single "what is the matter?" left his mouth.

She breathed a sigh of relief.

It was as if as long as it was her order, he would unconditionally obey, even if the road ahead was uncertain, even if he had to part with her immediately.

This unreserved trust and devotion struck straight into the softest part of her heart like a scalding current.

She secretly clenched her fists, her eyes suddenly turning resolute.

She had to ensure Si Muye returned to land safely, far away from the sea, the Black Sea, and the perils brought by the prophecy. All the remaining storms, mysteries, and difficult hurdles would be shouldered and resolved by her alone.

She outright refused to believe in fate, let alone believe that she was powerless to change things.

Even if Sea Cliff Nu was a lion’s den, she would brave it. She had to save Xixi, protect the people of the world, and even more so, protect Si Muye.

She couldn’t bear to lose a single one!

She never believed in predestined fate. For Shen Yue to have come this far, she had always been defying the heavens and changing her destiny. This time, she would likewise tear through the darkness, reverse the ending, and change everything that seemed destined.

The two returned to the Undersea Palace in silence. Though the atmosphere was quiet, there wasn’t the slightest bit of awkwardness. There was only the courage of a made-up mind, along with heavy concern and a reluctance to part.

As soon as they stepped inside, Shen Yue immediately had the Mermaid King arrange for guards and the swiftest Water Beast to escort Si Muye back to land.

She personally escorted him all the way to the Barrier Entrance at the very edge of the sea. She watched with her own eyes as Si Muye stepped onto the translucent blue Water Beast, watching him stand on its back, turning his head to look back at her again and again.

It wasn’t until the Water Beast carried him speeding toward the distant land, until his tall and straight figure completely disappeared at the end of the horizon, that Shen Yue slowly withdrew her gaze. Her hanging heart finally settled a little.

She took a deep breath of the clear, moist sea air and turned back toward the Undersea Palace.

Her originally soft eyes were now filled only with a do-or-die resolve.

She thought, "Si Muye, wait safely for my return. Wait for me to give you your answer."

If she could quell this storm and resolve this crisis, she felt there would be nothing wrong with finding another father who loved the children!

By the time Huang Ziyue and the others returned to the palace, Shen Yue had once again entered the Wizard Hall.

However, upon hearing the Mermaid King say that Shen Yue had sent Si Muye back to land, they were all momentarily stunned.