Helpless, she could only watch those images flash through her mind like lightning.
She remembered what the demon lord had said, but it had been too long, and her mind was not clear. Many things from that time had become blurry, making it impossible for her to recall them.
She didn't know exactly what happened at the time, but she was certain of one thing: it was something that concerned her deeply.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have been in so much pain when the Demon Lord brought it up.
The hand that was gripping the long hair slowly loosened, and strands of hair that had been pulled out forcefully were found between the fingers.
Yu Lijing's hand trembled as she slowly pressed it against her chest, which was throbbing with intense pain.
It hurts so much there, it hurts so much...
It felt as if my heart had been ripped out with a sharp knife.
The breach just wouldn't budge, blood kept gushing out, it hurt so much...
His lips trembled, and his head shook slightly nervously.
I tried so hard to speak, to make a sound, to shout, to scream, just to make myself feel better.
However, she had no way to vent her emotions and could only let the unbearable pain overwhelm her like a tidal wave.
His eyes were wide open, but not a single tear came out.
She knew she should be sad, and she knew she should remember that person... Unfortunately, her confused mind had no impression of anything; all her memories were fragmented and tangled together, inseparable.
That's not how it is, that's not how it is...
She should remember.
Yu Lijing slumped to the ground, repeatedly banging her head against the wall, trying to remember.
She remembered the person who caused her so much pain and whom she didn't want to forget, but in her muddled mind, not even a single fragment remained.
Time passed slowly, and an hour later, Yu Lijing's door creaked open, and Yu Lijing came out.
Her complexion was very bad, as if she had just recovered from a serious illness, and she looked extremely haggard.
However, she didn't stop at all, leaving the palace and going directly to Yu Jinshuo's residence.
She wanted to ensure that the demon realm would be safe after this catastrophe that ravaged the three realms.
She forcefully suppressed the memory.
Nothing else matters. As long as the demon realm can continue to exist, as long as she is alive, and as long as she can still have the consciousness to protect the demon realm, then she will not allow anyone to harm the demon realm.
Even if that person is your own younger brother, it's not allowed.
Yu Lijing's actions were all seen by the Demon Lord. Standing on the high building, the Demon Lord slammed his hand heavily on the railing, his cheek twitching in pain.
He felt the same way Yu Lijing was suffering, but he never imagined that after all these years, that person would still hold such an important place in Yu Lijing's heart.
Even though Yu Lijing was mentally unstable and confused all day, she still couldn't forget that person.
Even if she doesn't remember the person's voice or appearance, Yu Lijing's feelings for that person haven't diminished in the slightest.
The Demon Lord gave a wry smile and muttered helplessly, "Is this what they call 'one thing subdues another'?"
What a tragic fate.
Chapter 152: Battle of the Three Realms
Yu Lijin's arrival did not surprise Yu Jinshuo too much.
"Sister, is there something you need?" Yu Jinshuo asked, and before Yu Lijing could speak, he continued, "Or does the Demon Lord have something to tell me?"
It was a perfect guess.
Seeing that Yu Jinshuo was her younger brother, Yu Lijing didn't bother with beating around the bush and said directly, "Jinshuo, no matter what you think about the position of Demon Lord, or how you usually fight for it, I won't say anything. But now is a time of life and death for the Demon Realm, so you should behave yourself."
Yu Jinshuo looked at Yu Lijin with amusement: "Sister, if the Demon Lord hadn't changed, I would definitely have fought for it. But now, Xinyi's strength is undeniable. Do you really think I would be shameless enough to compete with my own nephew?"
Yu Jinshuo shook his head with a wry smile: "Even if I like power, I won't compete with my own nephew."
Yu Lijing stared into Yu Jinshuo's eyes, wanting to see if he was telling the truth.
Yu Jinshuo faced Yu Lijing frankly and expressed his thoughts: "I am not convinced that person has ascended to the position of Demon Lord. If Xinyi were the Demon Lord, I would naturally have no objection."
"My sister sacrificed so much for me back then, how could I be so ungrateful?" Yu Jinshuo explained the situation in a reasonable way, which made Yu Lijing nod repeatedly.
"Jinshuo, don't be sad. Actually, being the Demon Lord involves a lot more. It's not an easy job," Yu Lijing advised Yu Jinshuo, drawing on her own experience.
Yu Jinshuo laughed and nodded, "Of course I know. The Three Realms have been in chaos twice. Being the Demon Lord is really a headache."
"Yes." Yu Lijin was still shaken when she mentioned this, wondering if her son, Yu Xinyi, would also face such a crisis when he ascended to the position of Demon Lord.
Yu Jinshuo noticed Yu Lijing's worry and comforted her, "Sister, don't worry. I will help Xinyi in the future."
Yu Jinshuo's sincerity moved Yu Lijing, who nodded repeatedly: "Jinshuo, you are truly my good brother."
"By the way, sis, there's something I want to tell you." Yu Jinshuo took the opportunity to reveal his plan.
"Oh, what is it?" After confirming that Yu Jinshuo was not upset and that there were no hidden dangers within the demon realm, Yu Lijing breathed a sigh of relief and became interested in Yu Jinshuo's affairs.
Her younger brother had helped her, so she naturally didn't mind helping him out of his troubles.
“My men have all been taken by the Demon Lord, and I want to keep some to protect me.” Yu Jinshuo was a little embarrassed when he mentioned this. “I’m also on the list for tomorrow’s battle. I don’t mind that none of my men are with me. However, I’m a little uneasy because I don’t even have anyone in my own household to protect my family.”
Yu Jinshuo said this with a slightly embarrassed expression: "Sister, I only have one wife. If I can't protect her, I won't be at ease even if I go to the battlefield."
Yu Lijing thought for a moment and nodded: "I understand. I'll go back now and leave some of my men with you."
"Thank you so much, sis," Yu Jinshuo said gratefully.
Yu Lijing reached out and patted Yu Jinshuo on the shoulder: "We're siblings, why are you being so polite with me?"
After saying that, Yu Lijing instructed, "Get a good rest tonight. We don't know what tomorrow will bring, so don't overwork yourself."
"Yes." Yu Jinshuo nodded in assurance and saw Yu Lijin off.
Yu Lijing quickly returned to the palace and went directly to the Demon Lord. She told him about Yu Jinshuo's matter, but the Demon Lord didn't respond at all, which made Yu Lijing very uncomfortable. She questioned, "What do you mean? You can't even agree to such a small matter?"
The Demon Lord stared at Yu Lijing for a long time before finally relenting: "Alright, he can ask for whoever he wants, but not too many."
With the Demon Lord's words, Yu Lijing immediately made arrangements with Yu Jinshuo, who quickly selected some men and brought them back to his residence.
Everything seemed to be going smoothly and normally, with nothing out of the ordinary.
Both the immortal and demon realms had moved to the outskirts of the demon realm to rest quietly, awaiting the great battle the next day.
The demon realm was equally quiet; no one was wasting their energy the night before the great battle, and everyone was resting well.
Inside the Liu residence, Liu Jinli looked at his children, his brows furrowed tightly.
"The great war between the three realms will likely begin tomorrow. Will you stay here, or..." Liu Jinli asked hesitantly, "...go back?"
"Father, Qin Ming is gone. Who can I go back to the Demon Realm to find?" Liu Xinya sat there motionless with her head down, her mood very low.
"The war between the three realms has nothing to do with me." Liu Yechang slowly shook his head. "I believe the Immortal Realm will not provoke conflict on its own initiative. Perhaps, a war will not break out."
Liu Yechang's loyalty to the Immortal Realm left Liu Jinli speechless. How could his son have changed so much after he went to the Immortal Realm to cultivate?