"I'm leaving," I told Pang Wei. We had been out for quite a while; it was time to head back.
I wondered whether Ding Ru and that other me had returned yet, and whether they had brought back any news about the system.
I had taken to heart what that person said about trusting no one. So I would not completely trust that other me, nor would I completely trust Ding Ru. I did not even fully believe that person's words.
As for his prediction that I would be in danger, that I would face an insurmountable hurdle and a great calamity, I cared even less. After all, I had always lived through danger and endured calamities.
The reason I had survived until now was, first, luck, and second, my brothers.
As for myself, my abilities were mediocre. Most of the time, being able to protect myself was already good enough.
I also understood Ying Gou and Ye Jinghong's concerns. My martial arts were poor, so no matter where I went, they would never feel at ease and would always want to follow me.
Fortunately, I was neither arrogant nor pretentious. I had never thought having someone protect me was embarrassing. On the contrary, I thought being protected was a very happy thing. At least it meant someone still cared about me.
Being cared for felt wonderful.
When Pang Wei heard that I was leaving, he grabbed hold of me. "Where are you going? Isn't it good here? This is our home. Where else could you live as comfortably as you can here?"
He was right, but I could not simply do as I pleased.
I said, "I still have some matters to deal with outside. Besides, if my two friends come back and can't find me, they'll worry. How