Time flows by, like a gentle stream.
In the blazing July sun, its light pours over the land of Sinovera.
At ease in his home, Andrew Han sometimes visits the nearby ancient battlefield to gather Graywhite Aura, and sometimes communicates with Alliance Elder Shawn Xiao about the concrete progress of the Martial Arts Alliance Elders’ Council reform.
The reform process is already building momentum.
But some hurdles remain; after all, to uproot the entrenched power of the Old-Guard, great upheaval and bold action are needed. Alliance Elder Shawn Xiao is still seeking the right moment.
Of course, Andrew Han pays little attention to these matters.
With each strand of Graywhite Aura he collects, his Inspiration continues to strengthen, seemingly without end. Even Andrew himself is startled, secretly curious—if Inspiration were ever truly made manifest, what kind of wonder and grandeur would it be?
Training in martial arts and techniques remains essential.
After a year and a half of tempering and insight, martial arts have become an indispensable part of Andrew Han’s life—martial strength to shape destiny, mastery to command his own fate.
"Green Mountain Sect has rejoined the Sequence."
“From now on, perhaps I should consider how to clear Green Mountain Sect’s name—including restoring it as a major martial sect.” Andrew Han lowered his head, lost in thought.
There was more to think about.
Lucy’s uniqueness could not be ignored.
Ever since regaining memories of his past life, Andrew Han’s conviction had remained unchanged: protect Lucy, keep his family together. Revenge and the brutal slaying of Great-Class Specter Eye One were only incidental.
His lifelong belief had never wavered—to guard the good around him, and let those he cared for live happily.
It sounded simple, but was anything but.
Such a goal might seem easy, yet in a world ravaged by Demons and Specters, how difficult was it?
The simpler the goal, the harder it was to achieve. Who could guarantee those around them would never face danger? Even Miles Ning, once exalted above the Martial Lord realm as Law Realm, lost both children, his granddaughter died tragically, and the entire Green Mountain Sect vanished.
This world had always been dangerous.
Ever since Demons and Specters appeared, there had never been a moment of true peace… Even when it seemed peaceful, it was only an illusion. Take Sakura Island Nation, for example—outwardly prosperous, but secretly infested with Specters.
Your relationship seems pretty good.
Zoe Li covered her mouth and smiled softly, a trace of sadness flickering in her eyes.
Back in high school, she was an outstanding student—both in academics and beauty—and once advised Andrew Han to focus on his studies instead of martial arts... But after both were admitted to Southland University, Zoe Li gradually realized the extent of Andrew's terrifying power. She sent him routine greetings and asked him out two or three times, but all ended fruitlessly.
No matter how beautiful or outstanding others are, they are still just others.
No matter how beautiful or accomplished, in front of Monica, all pale in comparison—because this is the unbreakable bond between Andrew Han and Monica Zhang, spanning past and present lives.
Haha." Andrew Han shook his head and laughed. "Actually, I already reported today's class reunion to our little boss at home."
Zoe Li also shook her head. "Showing off your romance in broad daylight."
Dog food!" Cathy Feng, who had sat behind Andrew Han in high school, looked disgusted and adjusted her ever-present black-rimmed glasses. "I’ve seen your social media—almost every post is about your romance. Enough already."
Hearing this—
Andrew Han coughed. "After all these years single, I’m finally free. It wasn’t easy for me, either."
What's wrong with being single?" Cathy Feng rolled her eyes, unconvinced. "Look at Zoe Li—she’s single too. Only the best people stay single!"
Outstanding people choose to be single.
In Cathy Feng’s eyes, Zoe Li is extremely outstanding... But she doesn’t know that, in Zoe’s heart, Andrew Han is the most outstanding person she’s ever met—whether in power, wealth, or character.
Being single is great.
But... not being single is even better!" Andrew Han grinned, making casual conversation about life and school, feeling an unprecedented tranquility.
Tranquility and leisure mean peace.
Struggle and battle mean life and death.
At the class reunion, Andrew Han looked at his somewhat familiar classmates, feeling nostalgic and happy. He only ate a few bites, spending most of the time joking and teasing.
In fact—
Such moments are truly precious.