Chapter 357: Leaving is for a Better Reunion

Years of research, day after day.

Fatigue.

Exhaustion.

Numbness.

Xu Xi did not stop for a moment, researching the modification of the cross-plane Wizard Tower.

And now, the dawn has arrived.

Looking at the Wizard Tower, which was nearing the end of its modification, Xu Xi was filled with a thousand thoughts, feeling that his past sacrifices and efforts had finally been rewarded.

"It's almost ready…"

"Only the final tuning remains before the Cross-Plane Technique can be linked to the Wizard Tower's Reactor, realizing the three-stage process of Soul Fire power supply, space tearing, and cross-plane travel."

"To be safe, several safety tests are needed."

"If there are no errors in the middle, we can formally leave the Wizard World in one year."

Time always passes silently.

Passengers on a train just sit quietly as countless landscapes flash past the side window.

The beautiful, the ugly.

All become blurred under the washing of time.

In just a brief moment, by the time one comes back to their senses, long years have already passed.

Simulation Year 51, Xu Xi is 68 years old.

The blessing of extraordinary power ensured that Xu Xi's body did not age.

Rich and exciting experiences allowed Xu Xi's spirit to maintain its sense of self.

But over these years, everything Xu Xi experienced in the Wizard World, the people and things he witnessed, were truly etched deep in his mind.

Forming unique and unforgettable memories.

"Being able to see the destruction of a world with my own eyes can be considered a gain…"

It was like finding joy in bitterness.

Xu Xi looked up at the sky.

The Wizard Tower was equipped with a purification technique, simulating a normal sky and sunlight, but Xu Xi's Spirit Vision was facing the riddled Wizard World itself.

Gray mist permeated, and the black sun hung high.

Undead wandered, and there was a deathly silence.

In the vast and boundless world, there were no longer any vivid colors, only pale and crimson remained.

Xu Xi's thoughts drifted.

He wondered what the Wizard World was like a thousand years ago, before the Netherworld descended.

Through Sevia's narration.

Xu Xi felt that it must have been a rich and beautiful scene.

A fantasy world that countless people dreamed of.

Ancient mysterious ruins, the dangerous Demonic Beast Mountain Range, powerful and hideous Dragons, and a vast number of human adventurers.

The sun in the sky shone equally on all things.

Penetrating through colored stained-glass windows.

Falling into clear streams.

Bringing every brand new tomorrow.

"It's just a pity that before I could truly see such scenery, I first welcomed a withered death."

"It's only because I have the simulator trait that I can find a glimmer of hope in this world on the brink of destruction."

"If it were anyone else, they would have likely died in the Undead Scourge long ago."

Elements surged, released following the technique.

Xu Xi summoned a stream of water to wash his face.

The final modification of the Wizard Tower was just simple physical labor, which only needed to be left to the Civil Engineering Golems.

As for Xu Xi himself.

He planned to use this final time to slay more undead and collect as much Soul Fire as possible.

And to try and have his Realm Breakthrough to Fifth-Ring Wizard before leaving across planes.

…

[The Wizard World, the Tower of Salvation, the people on the tower, Sevia, and yourself]

[You look up at the sky, facing the black sun and the blood moon]

[Many thoughts flash through your mind]

[You know that the true end is approaching]

[After fifty years of simulation experience, your gains are already rich enough]

[You feel that being able to help the people you know toward a safe tomorrow before the simulation ends is a happy thing]

[But occasionally]

[In a quiet environment, you also worry about the Hero's future]

[With the Hero's personality, can she live peacefully in another world after the cross-plane travel?]

[You ponder for a long time and finally give up the struggle]

[You do not have 100% confidence in escaping the gaze of the Immortals; therefore, obsessing too much over the future is useless]

…

[You cherish the final moments]

[Slaying undead day and night]

[Persisting in meditation and Cultivation]

[Life and death, Reincarnation never ends]

[You watch the death of the world, slaying the deceased who have died once, and many inspirations pop into your mind]

[When not fighting, you stand at the top of the Tower of Salvation, overlooking the lifeless dark earth—a Netherland forged of despair and blood]

[Besides this]

[You also watch Sevia's training]

[Years of combat have led Sevia to begin touching the Fourth-Ring Bottleneck; you are gratified and patiently guide her through her points of confusion]

Raising the sword.

Gripping tight.

Swinging.

The Knight's Sword gifted by Xu Xi was Sevia's exclusive Magic Wand.

After various body-buffing techniques were activated together, they collectively formed the existence of an Undead Sword Saint.

Sevia's body.

Whether in speed or power, was no less than the experts in the Martial Arts World.

The sharpness of her blade could even sever the existence of a Soul.

"Sevia, your strength has improved greatly. Before long, you will also be able to become a Fourth-Ring Wizard," Xu Xi said with a smile, giving a high evaluation.

"Thank you for your feedback," Sevia sheathed her longsword, her emerald eyes shining brightly under the sunlight.

Afterward.

Xu Xi cast Flesh and Blood Regeneration for the Hero.

Allowing the Hero, who had finished her training, to relax her pressure in the form of a living being.

But the Hero was still the same as before.

In that white dress adorned with light green.

She followed by Xu Xi's side.

The rise and fall of her steps caused her platinum-blonde hair to flutter, as if dissolving into the sunlight, exceptionally eye-catching and warm.

She followed very closely, almost pressed against Xu Xi.

"Is something wrong, Sevia?" Xu Xi noticed the Hero's distraction.

"I…"

The girl hesitated.

Finally, she spoke of the unease in her heart.

"Lord Wizard, I always feel that you will encounter danger, so I… want to protect you as closely as possible."

"Danger?"

"Ah, actually I'm not sure either…"

"Nothing will happen, Sevia."

Xu Xi paused slightly, reaching out to gently stroke the top of the girl's head.

His gentle voice carried a convincing power: "I am in good condition, and the Wizard Tower's barriers are operating normally, so no danger will occur."

"I think."

"It might be that soon leaving the world has made you a bit uneasy, Sevia."

The girl blinked.

Reflection showed through her blankness.

"Is… is that so?"

"Perhaps you are right…"

Sevia rested her right fist against her chin, her delicate brows furrowing slightly as she accepted Xu Xi's explanation.

The Lord Wizard was right.

During these days, she indeed often thought about what would happen after leaving the Wizard World, and because of this, she tossed and turned, finding it hard to rest.

Leaving the Wizard World meant a complete separation from the past.

The brightest emerald of the Claufeel Family.

Was very uneasy about this.

She felt she was abandoning her parents, abandoning everything of the Claufeel.

"Sevia, there is no need to worry too much." The warmth from the top of her head made the Hero feel at ease.

"Leaving does not mean abandoning; it is waiting for the next encounter."