The Temple's Collapse…

In the vast and almost infinite shattered star realm (the ancient universe) stood a temple large enough to accommodate the dwelling of spirits. This lost city, known as the Divine Realm Palace, lay dormant at the end of a black hole where even light could not escape. The ultimate destination of all things in the world quietly existed in this lifeless and lonely star realm, waiting for eternity.

Countless murals of the Black Gods were carved on the walls of the temple, and in the center of the altar, I closed my eyes and peacefully lay on the cold and refreshing thighs of a unfamiliar girl.

Although she appeared only ten years old judging by her height, this little girl with long golden curly hair trailing on the ground gently touched my hair.

"You have done well... You have changed the future, and I will no longer exist!"

"Is that so... That's good..."

I already knew the girl's past, even if I currently lacked the ability to open my eyes and behold her beauty, I could sense that long ago, we had been in such close contact, just like today.

The City of Clouds and the silhouette of the little girl started to crumble little by little. If our future was the same, it would be better to start over.

"Juxi... Oh no, Xiaoxi... Farewell!"

The little girl who called herself the Goddess and the magnificent palace gradually faded from the memories of time.

"Remember this day, remember my past and your future!"

The Goddess left her palace, and the world was liberated from its shackles. We who had once mercilessly slaughtered innocent lives also experienced life and death.

However, all of this would fade away with the passage of time. Perhaps we would never see the future created by the Crystal Energy.

"Well, let's create our own memories in the next cycle."

The facts have proven that everything I did was correct. The new world will no longer be filled with war driven by desire.

Although the war devastated this place, kind-hearted people made efforts to make it shine brightly once again.

To protect the environment, people began massive reforestation, making this planet vibrant once more.

The destruction of the city allowed the land to purify itself, and the largest-scale world war in history finally ended in complete defeat.

Our mission also changed the futures of each of us. The governments of all countries were overthrown, and special forces were established instead of armies.

All large-scale weapons were permanently destroyed or sank into the depths of the ocean.

This year's snow is particularly cold. Although the city has not yet fully recovered, the awakening of green plants has reached unprecedented glory. Many couples passing by here can't help but stop and look at the dazzling lights and the interwoven trees, feeling the sparkling stars in the air.

On the magnificent street, men and women of all kinds were holding hands and dancing gracefully in the falling snow.

The street played uplifting Christmas carols, bringing this night to life.

The lights of Christmas illuminated the future of the new world, a place without disasters or sorrows...

"Hohahaha!"

A black-haired boy sprinted in the snow, even his cheeks turned red due to prolonged intense exercise. The reason for his suffering was that he had missed the meeting time with the girl.

The boy brushed off the scattered snowflakes on his body and looked at his wrist, his light brown down jacket pulled down, revealing a watch. "Huff, it's already eight o'clock?!"

During such an important holiday like Christmas, the couples on the street formed pairs, and he, the only single boy, seemed out of place. And this boy is me - Tsubaki Juxi!!

After a wild run, I finally stumbled into the harbor park where we had agreed to meet.

"Sorry, I..."

"You're so slow! Xiaoxi, a mere little fox, dare to make this lady wait for more than ten minutes!!"

A girl with a height of 1.7 meters, golden ponytail, wearing a white down jacket and black warm leather pants, seemed to have been waiting for me for a long time at the entrance. Her fair face was pale from the cold, but still had that ice queen demeanor, keeping people at a distance.

Looking at me who arrived late, she deliberately stomped her feet, hands on her waist, mumbling in her mouth.

"Um, I thought you weren't coming..."

"I'm sorry, Miss Senior."

"Hmph, as long as you know!"

It seems that Yu Nai is not really angry yet. I am trying my best to bow and defer to Yu Nai. If I really make her angry, this Christmas will become Singles' Day.

"Hehe, I thought I would be spending another year alone."

"Hehe, should I fulfill your wish?"

"Please don't..."

Is she teasing me for fun? Yu Nai made a funny face at me and pretended to turn and run away.

"If you can't catch up with me, then you stood me up!"

"Ah, how could I do that?"

I speeded up and caught up with her with a helpless face. We chased and played in the park, laughing and playing like two children.

"I caught you, I'm going to tickle you!"

"Hahaha...let go quickly, I was just playing with you!"

It was not until she begged for mercy that I stopped. Then, exhausted, she fell backward and laid down in the snowy grass.

"Get up, I need you to run some errands."

She kicked me when I was caught off guard, then raised her eyelashes and curved her mouth slightly, giving a perfect smile. She ordered me to buy her a can of hot coffee.

"A cup of hot coffee, thanks!"

"..."

Looking at Yu Nai, who was smiling with hidden intentions, I sighed helplessly. But suddenly, I heard someone behind me calling my name.

"Hey, buddy!"

Who is calling me from behind? I don't remember knowing anyone this well.

"Hey, over here!" the person shouted impatiently, "Don't ignore my existence, Juxi!"

Then, I saw a guy sitting alone on a bicycle on the stairs beside the flower bed, waving at me. His hairstyle, with his hair standing up, looked so familiar. Where have I seen it before?

"Huh?"

"Hmph, who are you?"

"Wow, it's so sad to see you like this, buddy. We haven't seen each other for just two years, and you don't recognize me? Is our friendship so cheap?"

His face suddenly turned pale, and he scorned me with a slight curve of his mouth.

"Well..."

After a moment of thought, I opened my eyes wide and exclaimed, "I knew you looked familiar!"

"Aren't you Yuanhui from Class D4?"

Thinking back to our middle school life filled with endless pain, Yuanhui would always give me some strange things whenever I felt sad.

"Haha, you remembered?"

"Of course I remembered, hehe!"

I casually brushed it off, "I have urgent business to attend to, so I'll take my leave!"

I quickly found an excuse to leave Yuanhui, all to hurry up and bring bubble tea to Yu Nai.

"Huh?"

Yuanhui took out the games and photo albums he had prepared and waved them at me.

"Wait, don't you want to...?"

"No time!"

My actions surprised her. Yuanhui scratched his head anxiously, "What on earth could make him so stubborn and miss an epic antique appraisal event?"

Because if he had told me normally, I would have been excited and followed him eagerly.

"Ah... yeah, people do change... He must have changed too, right?"

With a sigh and a wipe of her rosy nose, Yuanhui smirked and returned to her carefree state, holding onto her treasure.

"Well, then I guess I'll just have to enjoy you all by myself!"

With that, she hummed a tune and rode her bicycle home alone.

Life returned to normal, and we were no longer together. The bonds we once had in the turbulent sea of life came to an end with the calmness of everyday life.

We prayed like gods to always be together, but the cost was to be replaced by another forever!

We lost that memory forever, and I could finally live my life like a normal person, no longer burdened by endless cycles of suffering.

Indeed, forgetting is sometimes not an escape, but a way to free ourselves from being bound by the past.

Although we paid a heavy price for the war, the survivors let go of their grievances, erased national boundaries, and united the world, allowing everyone to experience happiness once again.

But in my dreams, there is always someone who troubles me countless nights, leaving me unable to let go.

"Is something wrong, Xiaoxi?"

"Ah...nothing?"

I handed the coffee I bought to Yu Nai, and she smiled gratefully.

"Then...you invited me out today because you have something to tell me, right?"

Looking at her teasing expression, I couldn't help but feel that it wasn't the right time to say it.

"You have five seconds to say it. If you can't, I'll just go back!"

Yu Nai smiled and extended her slender and flawless fingers, slowly counting down.

"Five..."

Yu Nai mercilessly started counting, while I hesitated in place, unsure if I should tell her or not.

"Three...two...if you don't say it, you won't have a chance!"

"I like you!"

I shouted with a forced smile, Xiaoxi paused for a moment, then resumed her usual demeanor.

"I'm sorry, but I'm rejecting you. I still prefer boys who are stronger than me!"

"..." (Are you joking with me?)

"Well, our date ends here. Bye, baby!"

After saying that, Yu Nai patted my head as if to encourage me, then turned and left, leaving me stunned in place.

"..."

I mustered up the courage to shout so loudly, but now I lost all face in front of the mocking onlookers and was left helpless by Yu Nai.

"Sigh, it seems like someone like me..."

I lowered my head as much as possible and escaped the pointing and whispering of the passersby. I returned home alone, looking at the graceful figure in the neighboring window curtains. It seems that Yu Nai has already arrived home.

"Sigh!"

I pushed open the front door and habitually checked my phone, only to find several missed calls!

"What is this...turns out it's from Yuanhui."

What miracle was I expecting to happen? It's really ridiculous!

I scrolled down and, oh...my dad's call!

Among the missed calls, there were those big words written by my father. But why did he call at this time?