"It's okay. I believe you'll definitely succeed," Li Tianming said softly.
"Alright."
Sui Shen Yao drew a deep breath, parted her red lips, and said, "I used to look down on you. Today, I want to apologize to you. You truly are the most formidable genius I've ever seen. Thank you for letting bygones be bygones and helping me."
Li Tianming shook his head and smiled. "No need to apologize. You've helped me a great deal too. When I was at my weakest, you were the one who shielded me from wind and rain, giving me the chance to reach the Prehistoric Ancient Road and the Myriad Dao Fountain. I was also fortunate enough to earn your aunt's approval, which gave me the opportunity to come into contact with these two great inheritances. Without you, I'd be nothing now."
He and Sui Shen Yao rarely spoke to each other so frankly.
Once everything had been laid bare, the knot in Sui Shen Yao's heart was instantly swept away. She revealed a pure, youthful smile and said, "Since you put it that way, and since I've been so good to you, you have to promise me one thing."
"What is it?"
"No matter how soaring your fortunes become in the future, you must always have my back. If I get into trouble, you can help me settle it," Sui Shen Yao said.
Li Tianming pursed his lips. Without much hesitation, he nodded directly. "Sure. Whoever dares touch you, I'll beat him until even his mother won't recognize him."
"Just for those words, I acknowledge you as my brother!" The tension on Sui Shen Yao's face suddenly melted into a smile, like a pink flower blooming, making one feel as though bathed in the spring breeze.
Hearing their exchange, Aurora Saint Ancestor