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I never thought it would develop to this extent in order to continue moving forward. My two wives, whom I personally trained, are truly remarkable in their fighting skills, making it very difficult for Cyclone to endure. But that's all in the past. I pulled my sword out of its scabbard, and the blade is still intact, without any power being released, only residue from the water left behind after slaying the enemy. Cyclone took a step back, momentarily losing balance. The battle spirit that was stirred up almost broke free due to a momentary relaxation. Suddenly, the dragon lying on the bed used the remaining strength to reach out and grab Cyclone. But Cyclone responded to Little Dragon's gesture with a smile, then placed the other hand on the one she was already holding, comforting her. "It's alright, I'll be back soon." With a flick of my hand, Cyclone covered the two wives who couldn't get up with the bedsheet. "You two calm down for a moment, I'll come back and tell you my plan." Wearing my clothes again, although my body is a bit tired from the intense battle, I can still move forward. With my burning body, Cyclone ran towards the east. At the eastern end of the Bai Mei Village, Daniel happened to walk out of a building that resembled a grocery store. Cyclone and Daniel faced each other, without avoiding each other's gazes, without feeling surprised. However, Daniel was the same. "Indeed, you're still alive~" It was a relieved expression, as Daniel smiled. "Daniel, let's put aside the fact that we're reunited after a long time. I have something important to tell you now." Daniel was initially stunned, but seeing Cyclone's serious expression, he thought for a moment and pushed up his glasses. "Go ahead." "I'll just say it straight...” A gentle breeze blew as the two stared at each other. "I want to save Yuna." After Cyclone finished speaking, Daniel took several seconds to respond. Although there was no change in his expression, judging from the length of the silence, Daniel was thinking quickly. "Why do you want to save her?" "Because I love her." Without hesitation, Cyclone answered straightforwardly. Unlike before, Daniel didn't think for a long time. Instead, he closed his eyes, and in a second, he seemed to understand everything. "Do you know... that we are trying to suppress her?" "I already know." Daniel pushed his glasses up again, and the reflection concealed his gaze, but there was hostility in his words. "Since you've said it out loud, I can't pretend I haven't heard it~" "Even if you say it, you won't do anything to me, right~" Daniel casually raised his right hand, and a magic light emanated from it. "Not because of our friendship..." Once again, their gazes met, and for the first time, Cyclone saw through Daniel's thoughts. "But because of my reputation~" Caught off guard, Daniel maintained his shining hand and did nothing. "I am Allen's hero. Until I actually intervene to help Yuna, you cannot kill me."

Cyclone saw through Daniel and finally understood what Allen had given to Cyclone that day.

"You have no absolute reason to kill me. If the people of Allen City kill Allen's hero, it will only deepen the darkness of Allen City."

A faint ghostly wind blew again, and this time, Daniel put away his glowing hand.

"Is that so...I didn't expect you to become so thoughtful after dying and coming back to life. But..."

Daniel didn't use any magic anymore, just simply walked forward until he passed by Cyclone. Then he stopped and said softly.

"But it seems like you still don't understand. Useless, now that witch is in dire straits, even if I let you go, you won't be able to do anything."

Cyclone didn't turn around, just looked into the distant east.

"Don't you feel it? Your ideal justice has already..."

"Too bad~ My sense of justice was lost three years ago."

"That's the root of the problem. Saving Yuna is my goal, but this way, I can also interrupt your boring game of corruption."

"Oh~"

Daniel sneered lightly.

"So you mean, by doing this, you will also save us?"

"Yeah, save Allen City along the way...one more time~"

In response to Daniel's cold laughter, Cyclone smiled confidently.