A withered parasol leaf was blown onto Wei Xuande's beard by the autumn wind.
Wei Xuande shakily removed the leaf from his beard and looked down at it. His veiny fingers twirled the leaf with a bleak expression.
"Thirty-five years ago, Brother Tianwei was just as straightforward as Chen Qiang."
Perhaps it was because he had not spoken for a long time, but Wei Xuande's voice was very hoarse.
However, Light Dust was very happy.
No matter what, her father was finally willing to speak.
Light Dust turned around from behind the chair and squatted down silently. She rested her elbows on the recliner and stared at her father with her big beautiful eyes. It was just like when she was young, listening to her father tell her stories about Uncle Tianwei.
Wei Xuande narrowed his eyes and twirled the leaf in his hand. He raised his head and looked at the old parasol tree outside the door. The wind blew gently and the leaves fluttered.
"Thirty-five years ago, Brother Tianwei and I studied together at Xuanwu College."
"At that time, I was studying in the Metal Faculty, while Brother Tianwei was a disciple of the External Faculty."
"What was even rarer was that Brother Tianwei, a disciple of the External Faculty, was able to surpass all the other disciples of the Physical Faculty at that time by self-studying in the reference room!"
"Although my cultivation was higher than Brother Tianwei's by two minor levels, during one of our missions, if not for Brother Tianwei's timely intervention and his unique movement technique saving me, I would have died long ago!"
Wei Xuande had never mentioned these things in front of Light Dust.
Perhaps it was because he was getting older, but his memories of the past were getting deeper.
When he talked about the past, Wei Xuande had a peaceful smile on his face. It was as if he had returned to the time when he was around twenty years old.
"It was after that time that Brother Tianwei and I became sworn friends.
After graduation, the two of us joined the Dongyue Shogunate. "
"In just one year, with the close cooperation between us two brothers, I became the captain of a small team. Two years later, I became the captain of a large team."
Light Dust was deeply affected by the pride on her father's face.
Her father's image once again rose in her heart.
However, in just an instant, Wei Xuande's expression dimmed.
"That is, ever since I became the brigade leader, there has been a subtle change in my mentality without me noticing."
"Later on, the previous General's Mansion was replaced. With Brother Tianwei's help, I successfully took over the Dongyue Shogunate!"
"In order to repay Brother Tianwei's kindness, the brigade that I was in charge of was specially named the Tianwei Generals and handed over to Brother Tianwei to manage."
"The war flag in Chen Qiang's hands was personally given to Brother Tianwei by me."
"It's a pity that ever since I became the governor of Dongyue Shogunate, the opportunity to fight alongside Brother Tianwei has almost disappeared."
"As a Manor Head, I rarely get the chance to personally fight. If it wasn't for the superhumans invading the General's Mansion, I might not have known that my cultivation is far behind Brother Tianwei's. I've been neglected for a long time. "
"The scariest thing is that after being in power for so long, one's courage has unknowingly shrunk. It's really strange!"
Wei Xuande seemed to be mocking himself, but what he said was the truth.
No matter which era, which person in power didn't cherish their life?
When one's position changed, one's mentality would subtly change. This kind of thing was not uncommon.
It was often said that one's buttocks determined one's brain.
Wei Xuande shook his head and sighed. "It's my fault for believing Guard Li Bing's words when I was the Manor Head. It's the regret of my life!"
"If it wasn't for that bastard, I might not have pushed Brother Tianwei to his death at the most critical moment!"
Hearing this, Light Dust was puzzled.
Li Bing had always been the captain of her family's guards and had followed her father for many years. However, he suddenly died a few years ago. As for the reason, Wei Xuande had never mentioned it.
Now that she thought about it, Li Bing's death might have been caused by her father.
As expected, Wei Xuande's next words confirmed her guess.
"That coward. If it wasn't for him, I wouldn't have regretted it for the rest of my life!"
"However, eight years ago, I had already killed him. It could be considered as an explanation to Brother Tianwei. Haha …"
Wei Xuande had just laughed a few times when his voice came to an abrupt stop.
"I admit that if it wasn't for me hitting Brother Tianwei in the end, Brother Tianwei wouldn't have been in danger and become an ability user in the end."
"However, for the past twenty years, there hasn't been a day when I haven't been suffering in my heart!"
A regretful tear fell from the corner of Wei Xuande's eye. Light Dust tried to reach out and wipe it away for him, but Wei Xuande stopped her.
"If I could turn back time, I would rather die in battle with Brother Tianwei than live an ignoble life and be condemned by my conscience every day and night!"
Wei Xuande clenched his fists and trembled all over. Unfortunately, he, who had lost his cultivation, was now just an old man waiting for death. All that was left was endless regret.
"How many times has Brother Tianwei appeared as the Tianlie King and could easily kill me? However, he has never truly killed me!"
"If it was me, would I be able to do it?"
Wei Xuande smiled bitterly and shook his head, "Brother! I hate it so much! "
"However, it's a good thing that Brother Tianwei gave birth to a good son. Hehe, this kid, I really didn't expect him to have grown to such an extent. He actually became the Lord of Grey Scale and became the true savior of the continent!"
Light Dust, who was squatting at the side, lowered her eyes when she heard this. Her right index finger unconsciously dug into the sawdust on the chair as she remained silent.
Wei Xuande turned his head and stretched out his withered bark-like hand. He stroked Light Dust's hair and sighed, "Sigh! Light Dust, it's your father who has harmed you in this life! "
This was the first time Wei Xuande had admitted his mistake in front of his daughter!
For a moment, Light Dust's tears streamed down her face. However, they were covered by her hair, so Wei Xuande did not notice his daughter's situation.
"Before I became the Governor of the Dongyue Shogunate, I was like Brother Tianwei. I was determined to fight for the prosperity of the human race!"
"It's a pity that my will was not strong enough. After I ascended to the position, I was corrupted by the comfortable life and my fighting spirit was destroyed. In the end, I became a sacrifice for power! I even let down my best brother! "
"Now that the continent is facing a destructive disaster again, how great would it be if Brother Tianwei was still around!"
"I would rather be a pawn and fight alongside Brother Tianwei to save the people from danger!"
"Cough cough — Wah —!"
The emotional Wei Xuande stood up shakily and waved his weak fists. He roared and spat out a mouthful of blood!
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