Emperor’s Domination

“It’s painful, truly painful.” The voice said softly.

“Who is in more pain? Yet still let go.” Li Qiye said.

“Right.” The voice said, slightly trembling.

“Must keep going no matter what, what was the driving force?” Li Qiye sighed.

“Love.” The voice answered: “The power of love.”

“It can help endure any pain until success. Otherwise, it will haunt like a nightmare.” Li Qiye said.

“Is it possible?” The voice asked.

“I cannot give you an answer. Perhaps it is possible to forget, but can one forget what is engraved in the heart?” Li Qiye shook his head: “You are the only one who has an answer.”

Having said that, the Hidden Order flew out toward a particular direction.

“...” The voice accepted the order.

“I thought Hidden Order was a person. When I found out it was meant to connect to someone’s grand dao, everything became clear.” Li Qiye said: “Qing Ji didn’t take part of the order away for no reason.”

“How did you find out?” The voice asked.

“You knew, you just didn’t dare to face it.” Li Qiye said: “You are afraid of his hatred.”

“It’s all in the past.” The voice said softly.

“Is that a justification for all suffering? A simple remark? Cruel to both you and him.” Li Qiye said.

The voice didn’t answer.

“Do you know what is the most precious thing for those atop the grand dao?” Li Qiye said: “When one is an immortal, loneliness takes over. They might love the world but the world and its people might not love them back. Does your race know of your intent? They might view you as an enemy instead. Nonetheless, you kept trying for their survival.”

The voice didn’t interrupt him.

“A love capable of keeping up with one’s pace is the most precious, it chases away the loneliness. They will understand your thoughts and wish like no one else.” Li Qiye said: “Alas, you turned it into hatred. Becoming an immortal is rare enough, having two walking together as companions is virtually impossible. When this love lasts long enough, it surpasses all logic and karma, capable of becoming eternal.”

“You have such high regard for emotions despite your stature?” The voice asked.

“I came from nothing, not a noble bloodline or a world full of energy, not a companion at inception either.” Li Qiye said: “Some are born with sacred physiques and wealth, others are born wretched. I was born in the ditch as a mortal, a mere child meant to be used as labor. Love was a luxury not afforded to our kind.”

“Really?” The voice didn’t believe it.

“You view other living beings as insects but not the divine beasts. Well, they are insects compared to an immortal that had let go. Their power and bloodlines matter not. However, you still want them to persevere.” Li Qiye said.

“Yes.” The voice said.

“When a young divine beast is born, it is pampered and protected by dragon servants. It has a whole world, enjoying ample resources. It enjoys the highest privilege and commands respect, inheriting the legacy and loved by all.” Li Qiye smiled.