MTLNOVEL Chapter 401
On Granny Jinhua's face, a touch of embarrassment and displeasure was like a layer of mist, gently covering her expression, as if silently telling of her inner troubles and uneasiness. That emotion was like the frost mist in the morning, although it was soft, it could not completely cover up the resentment in her heart. Xue Youyou was not only her blood relative, but also a highly respected symbol of holiness among the elves. Her noble and pure position as a saint, like the dewdrops shining in the morning light, reflected her innate glory and dignity. Although Xue Youyou may have gone astray due to a moment of confusion and embarked on that thorny road, it did not mean that she could allow others to accuse and slander her without reason, especially those slanders that constantly touched the reputation of the elves in words, like a sharp blade, piercing the hearts of every elf.
Granny Jinhua knew that if she allowed Youruo to continue to slander like this, those vicious words would not only deeply hurt Xue Youyou's heart, but also quietly erode the reputation and dignity of the elves like a shadow in the dark. Her heart felt as if it was pressed by heavy stones, and she felt extremely heavy. Granny Jinhua frowned, and her eyes flashed with a firm light, as if she gradually found the courage and determination in the struggle with her heart. She understood that as an elder and the guardian of the elves, she had the responsibility to stand up, speak for Xue Youyou, and fight for the dignity of the entire tribe.
Her thoughts went back to the past, the time she spent with Xue Youyou. It was a sunny afternoon, and Xue Youyou was playing in the flowers, and her laughter was as sweet as a spring. Granny Jinhua looked at her, her heart full of pride and joy, as if the whole world was blooming in her laughter. However, Youruo is now quietly growing in this warm family like a seed of darkness, trying to devour this pure beauty. Grandma Jinhua felt uneasy. She was worried that Youruo, who had long lost her girlish purity and was tainted by the world, would say more unbearable words, like an invisible blade, fiercely cutting Xue Youyou's fragile heart and causing irreparable damage.
Grandma Jinhua looked out the window, and the sunlight cast mottled light and shadows through the leaves, as if cheering for her determination. She took a deep breath and felt the surging emotions in her chest, like waves hitting rocks, becoming more and more agitated. She knew that she could no longer remain silent and could no longer let Youruo's bad words continue to hurt Xue Youyou. A flame ignited in her heart, which was the protection of family affection, the defense of the ethnic group, and the desire for truth and justice.
Granny Jinhua stood up slowly, like an ancient tree awakening in the morning light, feeling the slight vibration from the ground, which seemed to cheer for the decision she was about to make, as if the whole earth was inspired by her courage. She clenched her hands tightly, her fingertips slightly white, as if she was holding on to her firmness and faith. The determination in her heart surged like a tide, filling every cell of her with incomparable strength and courage. Her voice was as clear and powerful as a spring, penetrating the tranquility of the air, and she said loudly: "I can't sit idly by and do nothing anymore. I must speak for Xue Youyou and fight for the dignity of our elves!" This sentence was like a breeze, gentle and firm, brushing over every elf present, awakening the courage and faith hidden deep in their hearts, and making their hearts tremble.
Granny Jinhua's eyes were firm and warm, like the sunshine in winter, gently sprinkled on everyone, as if telling every elf that in the face of injustice and accusations, we must not choose silence, but stand up bravely to defend the people we love and our common home. She knew that this road would be full of thorns and challenges, and the wind and rain ahead would come like a raging tide, but for Xue Youyou and the future of the entire elf race, she was willing to face the difficulties and never retreat, even if there was an abyss ahead, she would take that step without hesitation.
Granny Jinhua's eyes were like a sharp sword, fiercely shooting at Youruo, with sparks of warning and dissatisfaction in her eyes. She originally kept silent, hoping that Youruo could stand shoulder to shoulder with her and jointly accuse Xu Lai, but she never thought that Youruo would turn to attack Xue Youyou, and it was out of control, which made her feel angry and disappointed. Granny Jinhua naturally could not tolerate such a situation. An unshakable belief ignited in her heart, and she vowed to support a blue sky for Xue Youyou.
"Youyou, what do you say?" Granny Jinhua's voice was filled with expectation and concern, as if a loving mother was asking her child. She decided to listen to Xue Youyou's heart first, wanting to understand the young girl's true thoughts in such a complicated situation. In her eyes,Xu Lai's true face has been revealed thoroughly, and Xue Youyou will be extremely disappointed with him, and will return to the obedient, well-behaved, and always obedient granddaughter.
At this moment, Xue Youyou became the focus of everyone's attention. The air in the entire live broadcast room seemed to solidify. Except for Xu Lai, everyone else stared at Xue Youyou, looking forward to her answer, her choice, and her expression. They were eager to know what kind of decision and choice this 28th generation saint of the elves would make in the face of such complex emotional entanglements and the dual test of the honor of the tribe.
The audience in the live broadcast room had a complicated and heavy mood. Their eyes were fixed on Xue Youyou, and their hearts were full of sympathy and expectations for her. They understood that every word, every action, and even every look of Xue Youyou could be the key to this dispute. Her choice was not only about her personal reputation, but also about the future of the entire elves, like a bright star hanging in the night sky, illuminating countless confused souls.
At this moment, Xue Youyou's heart was as turbulent as the sea, and her emotions were rolling in her heart and could not be calmed. She felt the eyes around her like an invisible pressure, which made her breathless. She took a deep breath and tried to calm the waves in her heart, but the strong emotions came like a tide, making her unable to resist. Her mind flashed through the bits and pieces of her time with Xu Lai, and the sweet moments and painful memories were intertwined, making her heart feel as uncomfortable as a knife.
At this tense moment, Xue Youyou's thoughts returned to her first meeting with Xu Lai. At that time, her heart was full of longing and fantasy for the future, as if everything was so beautiful. However, now, the beauty of the past has been torn apart by the cruelty of reality, leaving only endless disappointment and confusion. Her heart was struggling in a fierce struggle, as if in a silent war, she had to make a choice, whether to continue to believe in Xu Lai or to choose to stand on the side of justice.
Xue Youyou's eyes wandered in the live broadcast room, and she could feel the expectations and tension of the audience, as if the whole world was waiting for her answer. Her heartbeat quickened, as if every heartbeat was reminding her: this was not just a simple choice, but a major decision concerning the future of the entire elves. Her thoughts were like thousands of flying butterflies, dancing in her heart, but with nowhere to land.
At this time, Grandma Jinhua's eyes were like a bright light, illuminating the depths of Xue Youyou's heart, allowing her to find some direction in this fog. She understood that what she carried was not only her personal emotions, but also the hope and future of the entire elves. A firm belief gradually rose in Xue Youyou's heart. She knew that she had to speak for her people, and for those compatriots who were still struggling in the dark, she could not retreat.
In the end, Xue Youyou took a deep breath and tried to make her voice steady and firm: "I choose to stand up. For the dignity and future of our elves, I will never be silent!" This declaration was like a thunder, resounding in every corner of the live broadcast room, shaking the hearts of every elf. Her choice, like the bright starlight, illuminated the future of the entire elves and gave everyone hope and courage.
Granny Jinhua's heart was like a rolling sea wave, full of complex contradictions and endless anxiety. She longed for Xue Youyou to stand firmly on her side and become her supporter, but she was also deeply worried that Xue Youyou would be influenced by Xu Lai and make decisions that were unfavorable to the elves. Her eyes were like an invisible thread, tightly locked on Xue Youyou, as if she wanted to pass on the strength and courage in her heart to her through those expectant eyes, so that she could make a wise and correct choice at this critical moment.
Xue Youyou stood there quietly, and the eyes around her surged like a tide, full of expectations and anxiety, making her heart seem to be placed in a furnace, experiencing ruthless torment. She understood that every decision she made was not only about her personal destiny, but also a reflection of the honor and disgrace of the entire elf race. Taking a deep breath, she tried to calm herself down and tried to dispel the tension and uneasiness in her heart. Her eyes were firm and resolute, as if announcing to everyone that she was ready to make a choice. This is a choice that she and the entire elf race can be proud of.
At this moment, the atmosphere in the live broadcast room was like a fully stretched string, tense and critical, reaching an unprecedented peak. Everyone held their breath, quietly waiting for Xue Youyou's answer. Although her voice was soft, it contained immense power; although her words were simple, each word contained deep meaning. She knew very well that herEvery word could be a turning point in this dispute, so we must be cautious, wise, and not hesitate.
Granny Jinhua's heart was full of expectations and hope. She hoped that Xue Youyou could understand her painstaking efforts and understand the responsibilities and missions she shouldered. Her eyes showed deep love and encouragement, as if silently conveying trust and support. She firmly believed in Xue Youyou and believed that she could make the right choice and bring glory and hope to the elves.
Xue Youyou took a deep breath and secretly warned herself not to hesitate any longer. She must stand up and speak for herself and the elves. Although her voice was weak, it was firm and powerful, like the first ray of sunshine in the morning light, penetrating the darkness. Although her words were simple, they hit people's hearts and aroused the resonance of every listener. She knew that this was her moment and her stage. She must show her courage and wisdom to let everyone see that the saint of the elves would not be defeated by any difficulties and challenges.
At this moment, the atmosphere in the live broadcast room was like solidified air, tense and critical, and everyone's eyes were focused on Xue Youyou like a spotlight. Her voice echoed at this moment, although soft, but full of irresistible power. She knew that this was her moment, this was her stage, she must show her courage and wisdom at this moment, and must let everyone see that the saint of the elves will never be defeated by any difficulties and challenges.
Xue Youyou stood at the intersection of everyone's eyes, like a quiet lake, deep and unfathomable. Her eyes were soft and firm, quietly falling on Xu Lai, as if looking for something, perhaps an explanation, perhaps a comfort. Since Youruo's words broke the silence like a sharp blade, Xu Lai fell into silence, his brows were furrowed, and he seemed to bear all the accusations in silence. His silence seemed to be a default in the eyes of everyone, filling the whole space with a depressing atmosphere.
"Xu Lai, is this the answer you gave me?" Xue Youyou asked silently in her heart, her voice so soft that only she could hear it. However, the elf girl never blamed Xu Lai from the beginning. She understood that the wheel of fate was rolling forward, and many things were beyond human control. She and Xu Lai returned to the elves not for the legendary elf tree, nor did they expect to be involved in this series of disputes.
At this moment, Xue Youyou's heart was full of complex emotions. She felt helpless and full of expectations. She wanted to understand Xu Lai's inner heart, what he was thinking, and why he chose to remain silent. Perhaps he was also under pressure from all sides, or perhaps he was also troubled by his choice. There were waves of bitterness in her heart, as if an invisible force was pulling her and making her unable to control herself.
Her thoughts surged like a tide, recalling the moments she spent with Xu Lai, the laughter, and the moments of fighting side by side, as if they were right in front of her. She knew that Xu Lai was not a cold and ruthless person, and behind his silence, there might be deeper difficulties and struggles. So, a strong desire surged in her heart, wanting to convey this emotion to him, wanting to tell him that no matter what happened, she was willing to work with him to overcome the difficulties.
At this tense and critical moment, Xue Youyou's heart was like a flame, burning with hope and courage. She understood that she had to make a choice and speak for herself and the elves. Her voice flowed out like a spring, clear and firm, hitting everyone's heart. Every word of hers was like a shining star, flashing in the dark night sky, illuminating the way forward.
"I choose to believe in our future, choose to believe in the hope of the elves!" Her voice was loud and clear, as if it tore through the heavy air at this moment and brought long-lost light. All eyes were focused on her, looking forward to her every decision. She knew that her choice would affect the fate of the entire elves, and she would never back down.
Xu Lai, this man, had no ability to predict the future. He was just an ordinary person, a traveler struggling in the storm of fate. However, in this strange and hostile place, everyone overlooked the fact that Xu Lai was already a terminally ill patient at this moment. His life, like a candle in the wind, could be extinguished at any time.
In the last moments of life, not everyone can make sacrifices for the one they love. In this regard, Xu Lai did impeccable work. Xue Youyou had no complaints, but felt that this was exactly what he should do. She deeply understood that love,Sometimes it means sacrifice, it means letting go.
Grandma, the elder of the elves, cannot force other people's blood to be sensitive to the elves' sacred tree and have a healing effect. The affairs of the elves should be left to the elves. Xue Youyou has made a decision in her heart.
She once again took a deep look at Xu Lai, the man with a frown on his face, who seemed to be thinking about something. Then, she faced the eyes of the crowd without any fear, especially when her starry eyes collided with Youruo's charming eyes in the air, and both sides did not give in.
One side had the upper hand and was about to win, and they would be proud of themselves for more than ten years of depression. Their eyes were full of the joy of victory, as if they had seen the end, and they had a smug smile on their lips, as if they were saying, "Look, this is the end of going against us."
The other side seemed powerless to turn the tide, but they were calm and indifferent. There was no fear or retreat in Xue Youyou's eyes, only firmness and calmness. She knew that some things could not be solved by words, but by actions. In a place where no one knew, she had made a decision, a decision about her and Xu Lai's future.
This decision, like a seed, quietly sprouted in her heart. It will grow into a towering tree to shelter her and Xu Lai from wind and rain. Xue Youyou's heart was full of strength. She knew that no matter what the future was, she would face it with Xu Lai and go through it together. In her eyes, there was expectation for the future and relief for the past. She knew that no matter what the result was, she was ready.
Xue Youyou's words were like a ray of warm sunshine in winter. Although gentle, they brought unquestionable warmth and strength. She did not waver at all, and was not affected by Youruo's sharp words. Her attitude was firm and clear: "There is nothing to say. What Xu Lai can't do, I can do for him." This sentence is simple but profound, revealing her deep trust and support for Xu Lai.
Xue Youyou's calmness and composure shocked Youruo, who had been attacking her. Youruo could not understand Xue Youyou's tolerance and generosity. Her voice was full of doubt and confusion: "Xue Youyou, are you blind or have you been blinded by lard? This man is like this, but you still protect him and don't say a bad word about him, right?" Youruo's doubts revealed her incomprehension of Xue Youyou's choice. She could not accept Xue Youyou's unconditional support for Xu Lai.
Xue Youyou shook her head gently, with a faint smile on her face, but there was no anger or disappointment in her eyes. Instead, she exuded a firm and gentle power: "Because you will never deserve such an excellent man." Although the tone of this sentence was flat, as if it was floating gently in the delicate air, it was like a heavy hammer, accurately hitting the depths of Youruo's heart. Xue Youyou's words not only showed her firm trust in Xu Lai, but also a sharp counterattack against Youruo. She expressed her unconditional support for Xu Lai and her contempt for Youruo in an extremely simple but profound way.
Youruo's heart was stirred by this sudden memory, as if a stone was thrown into a quiet lake, causing ripples. Her thoughts could not help but drift back to the moving stories she saw in the little blue book. The real experiences of Jimei's predecessors were like a window, through which she saw those living souls. Those stories were like a mirror, clearly reflecting the struggle and confusion deep in Youruo's heart, forcing her to start reflecting on whether she, like those predecessors, had missed the truly precious things in life due to short-sightedness and misunderstanding.
One of the stories of Jimei's predecessors deeply touched her heartstrings. That senior once gave up an excellent man because of his ignorance and short-sightedness, and only realized in the end that what he had lost was the most precious happiness and love. This story is like an invisible thread, tightly entangling Youruo's thoughts. She began to reflect on her behavior, and a tense self-blame rose in her heart: Am I repeating the same mistake? Have I also missed the real happiness and joy because of a momentary misunderstanding and prejudice?
A complex and tangled emotion gradually emerged in Youruo's heart. She began to realize that her attack on Xu Lai and her misunderstanding of Xue Youyou may all come from her deep ignorance and short-sightedness. A sense of uneasiness surged in her heart, and she began to doubt whether she really understood what the true value was and what true happiness was. That kind of uneasiness was like a cloudy sky, sometimes flashing dazzling lightning, and sometimes covered by heavy dark clouds, making her feel at a loss.
Xue YouyouThe calmness and firmness of Xu Lai, like a towering mountain, stood in the waves of Youruo's hesitation and reflection, forming a sharp contrast. Every word she said was like a trickle, revealing her deep understanding and unconditional trust in Xu Lai. She knew that Xu Lai's value was not proved by simple words, but by his actions in life and the precipitation of time. No matter how the outside world questioned and attacked, she firmly believed that Xu Lai would use his actions to prove his value and the unique charm and ability he possessed.
At this moment, Youruo's heart seemed to surge with a warm current, mixed with a trace of uneasiness and confusion. She began to seriously examine her relationship with Xu Lai, whether at some moment, she had made a wrong judgment on this excellent man because of temporary anger and misunderstanding. The emotion of self-blame surged like a tide, making her heart tremble slightly, as if she was regretting her recklessness.
She recalled the moments she had spent with Xu Lai, the warm moments, the care he whispered in her ear, the little things he did for her, all of which seemed to become more precious at this moment. She realized that Xu Lai's value did not lie in his external halo, but in his persistence and sincerity deep in his heart. Every smile and every gentle look of his conveyed a kind of power invisibly, making her feel the beauty and hope in life.
Driven by this warm current, Youruo's thoughts gradually became clear. She began to understand that her misunderstanding and attack on Xu Lai might be due to her inner fragility and uneasiness. She began to realize that true happiness is not the recognition of the outside world, but the inner peace and satisfaction. A firm belief gradually rose in her heart, and she wanted to learn to understand, tolerate, and cherish every moment in front of her.
Xue Youyou's determination and Youruo's hesitation intertwined to form a vivid picture, as if telling them that every choice in life is a journey, and every journey is worth cherishing and remembering. A new power gradually emerged in Youruo's heart. She began to desire change, to pursue true happiness, and to embrace every possibility in life.