342: Chapter 342 Taking Down Shangguan Wan'er

“Brother Cao, as for why I personally killed my former Dao Companion, the reasons are a long story. Actually, the Dao I Cultivate is different from ordinary people; it is extremely special. I have not only practiced the Dao of Sentience but have also delved into the Dao of Ruthlessness.”

“Back then, my Dao of Sentience had already reached the Peak Realm. At that time, I happily believed that as long as I cultivated this single Dao to Perfection, I could successfully break through the shackles and step into that longed-for Extreme Dao Saint Realm.”

“However, reality dealt me a heavy blow.”

“Who could have predicted it? Perhaps because the Dao of Sentience and the Dao of Ruthlessness I practiced were too unique, I actually had to bring both Daos to their limit to successfully Breakthrough and promote to the level of an Extreme Dao Saint.”

“At that critical moment, my Dao Companion happened to become my target. To be honest, there wasn't much deep emotional bond between us. More accurately, I didn't have much affection for him.”

“And so, after a period of inner struggle and weighing the options, I finally hardened my heart and decided to kill my husband to prove my Dao.”

“But please believe me, Brother Cao, I am definitely not the kind of vicious woman who would do anything just to gain power.”

“Despite making such a cruel choice, there were many hidden hardships and helplessness behind it!”

“At that time, Yue'er was still young and ignorant. Her mother—my elder sister—was in the prime of her youth. However, fate struck us ruthlessly. In that precarious moment when we were still weak and helpless, a sudden disaster struck.”

“A Prodigy Disciple from a massive power, who coveted my sister's unique beauty and charm, cruelly swung his slaughtering blade at her.”

“Not only was my sister brutally murdered, but even her Dao Companion, who fought desperately to cover the escape of Yue'er and me, died heroically.”

“They used their precious lives to carve out a path of survival for us.”

“And the Old Ancestor behind this terrifying force had even reached the intimidating Extreme Dao Saint Realm!”

“To avenge my sister and her Dao Companion, the only glimmer of hope was for me to break through to the same Extreme Dao Saint Realm.”

“Besides that, I had to shoulder the heavy responsibility of caring for the young Yue'er as she grew up. Therefore, an extreme thirst for power burned in my heart like a raging fire.”

“Driven by this intense desire, I finally made a difficult and resolute decision—to personally eliminate that Dao Companion whom I never truly loved.”

“At this point, the beautiful Shangguan Waner's voice gradually grew faint, as if every word carried endless grief and sorrow.”

“On her beautiful face, memories surged like a tide. Those painful past events were vivid before her eyes, making her unable to restrain herself.”

“Tears silently slid down her cheeks like pearls from a broken string, each one crystal clear, splashing on the ground into tiny tear blossoms.”

“Just then, Zi Yue, who was standing nearby, witnessed this scene and was startled, quickly stepping forward.”

“She reached out her fair and delicate hand and tightly grasped her aunt Shangguan Waner's soft, slender hand, trying to silently offer some comfort.”

“Unlike Shangguan Waner, Zi Yue's grief regarding this matter was much lighter.”

“After all, she had heard the tragic story of her parents' murder from her aunt countless times.”

“However, because her parents were still weak when she was born and she had no powerful cultivation base to rely on—she was also a Mortal from birth—her memories of those very early years were blurred, or rather, she had no impression of them at all.”

“But every time Aunt Wan spoke of that heartbreaking past—how her parents struggled to raise her and were eventually forced to leave in pain—Aunt Wan would always lose control. Even with her profound cultivation base, she still couldn't suppress the tears rolling down her eyes.”

“Seeing this, Zi Yue couldn't help but secretly speculate: perhaps Aunt Wan's emotional display wasn't just due to deep remembrance of the past, but might also be related to the Dao of Sentience she practiced.”

“Ever since she learned that her aunt practiced both the Dao of Ruthlessness and the Dao of Sentience, this thought had occasionally lingered in Zi Yue's mind.”

““I'm sorry, Waner. It's my fault for making you recall those painful and heartbreaking memories.””

“Cao Yang spoke with a face full of guilt, while slowly reaching out his right hand to gently wipe away the tear stains from the beautiful Shangguan Waner's jade-like cheeks.”

“Shangguan Waner tilted her head up slightly, her eyes filled with tears as she looked pitifully at the gentle and considerate man before her, whispering:”

““It's alright, Brother Cao. As long as you understand my difficulties and know that I am not a woman with a heart like a snake or scorpion, that is enough.””

“After saying that, she couldn't help but shed a few more tears, as if venting all the grievances and sorrow she had suppressed deep within her heart.”

“Hearing this, Cao Yang quickly comforted her: “Rest assured, Waner, I have always trusted you without a doubt. From my years of experience and judgment in reading people, how could a woman as gentle, kind, and beautiful as you be a vicious person?””

“Even so, Cao Yang was secretly muttering in his heart: “Hmph! That goes without saying. The System already gave a hint. A woman like Shangguan Waner is definitely extraordinary! In my view, she is definitely a full-fledged Daughter of Destiny. Even if she can't be called a true Daughter of Destiny yet, she definitely qualifies as a Quasi-Daughter of Destiny!””

“At this thought, Cao Yang's gaze toward Shangguan Waner became increasingly fiery.”

““By the way, Waner, although your Dual Sentiment Daos are now at Perfection and you have already avenged your sister and brother-in-law, do you still desire strength as much as before?””

“Seeing that Shangguan Waner's emotions had stabilized and her sadness had vanished, Cao Yang continued to ask.”

““Brother Cao, to tell you the truth, my desire for strength is not a bit weaker than before; it's even stronger.””

““Because I feel that only with great strength can Yue'er and I be safe and free, and not repeat the mistakes of my sister and her husband.””

““Giggle, is Brother Cao worried that I will kill my husband again in the future? Don't worry, I won't do anything to make things difficult for Brother Cao, let alone hurt you.””

““Because Brother Cao, you are not only my Dao Companion, but also Yue'er's Dao Companion! Besides, with my Aptitude, I will never be stronger than Brother Cao, so I couldn't even if I wanted to.””

““And this time, I am truly becoming your Dao Companion. I would never do anything harmful to you.””

“The beautiful Shangguan Waner explained with a bashful smile.”

““Ding! Congratulations to the Master for successfully conquering the Source Universe Quasi-Daughter of Destiny Shangguan Waner. Obtained 10 million sign-in attempts.””

“Hearing the voice of the System Loli in his mind, Cao Yang wore a satisfied smile.”