Seeing that Lin Chen had spotted him, Lynn stopped hiding. He spread his arms for a hug and called out:
"Chen, your dad's here to take you home!"
The moment those heartfelt words left his mouth, Lynn broke out in goosebumps.
His memories had been sealed in the simulation, allowing him to share such deep affection with Lin Chen and the others. Now, in reality, he found it hard to get into the role.
Lin Chen stared at Lynn for two seconds. Even after hearing his call, the wariness in his eyes did not lessen at all.
He let out a growl.
"Human, you... want to capture me?!"
With that, he turned and ran instead of waiting where he stood.
Lynn's heart tightened. He had not expected the boy to disregard their old bond completely, without the slightest trust in his own father.
Still, the boy was perceptive enough to sense his intention to capture him.
Seeing Lin Chen flee, Lynn abandoned his attempt at a touching reunion and hurried after him.
A River Styx Tributary lay between them. Judging that it was not very deep, Lynn flew toward the opposite bank at full speed.
But the moment he reached the air above the river, his body suddenly sank.
The surface of the River Styx was like a giant mouth, sucking him down into the water.
Damn it, even the River Styx wants to stop me!
Cursing inwardly, Lynn desperately tried to adjust his position and pull away from the water. But his Mental Power was devoured the instant it touched the river's surface, leaving him unable to do anything.
He could only withdraw all his power and rely on his physical body as he plunged into the river.
The water was bone-chilling.
As soon as he entered it, Lynn