Duoduo looked at the newly transformed Xiao Ge, took a deep breath, and glanced away, not daring to look at his face, which had been scorched black by the flames.
"I just need a little time to get used to this. I don't mean to dislike you... I need some time to digest it."
As she spoke, a glimmer of hope appeared in Xiao Ge's watery eyes.
Just as she'd said, all she wanted was to stay by Duoduo's side. She didn't expect Duoduo to return her feelings.
As long as Duoduo didn't dislike her and would let her stay by her side, that was enough.
Xiao Ge had already settled things with the Ghost King. Duoduo let out a quiet sigh.
In her heart, Xiao Ge was the friend she needed most, and the companion who understood her best. She didn't want to hurt Xiao Ge.
But was there really a way to have everything?
Duoduo immediately calmed her thoughts and began to think carefully.
A radiant glow surrounded her, so she was certain there was no way she could return Xiao Ge's feelings. Besides, her martial soul had already evolved into a six-tailed jade fox. She was deeply bound to Ghost King, and he was also the most suitable companion for her. She had feelings for him, too.
But she didn't want to hurt Xiao Ge...
A tangle of thoughts churned in Duoduo's mind.
Only, she had no idea whether Xiao Ge would accept what she was about to say.
But for her, it seemed like the best solution.
Duoduo's breathing suddenly quickened, and her voice grew more anxious.
"Xiao Ge... you know I've already decided that Ghost King is the most suitable partner for me. With him by my side, I can absorb the divine power of