Could it be that she knew him? But that did not seem likely!
Though she could not make sense of it, Tsukuyomi was certain of one thing: the other party held absolutely no malice toward her. No one could deny the unconscious affection he radiated. Still, she found that affection rather strange.
"It's just—"
Tsukuyomi had already determined that Mo Yi was the opportunity that would help her defeat The Ominous, but could she truly ask him?
Even if he agreed, he would only be doing so because of her. Could she be so selfish as to drag him into such danger?
After all, in that long and grueling war, she had nearly died outright several times.
I... can't be this selfish...
But—
Tsukuyomi recalled the countless friends and subordinates who had died in that war. Quite a few of them had gone to their deaths because of her orders, all to preserve more people and defeat The Ominous!
At that thought, Tsukuyomi's eyes filled with struggle. At that moment, she did not know what she should do.
"I'll stay a little longer."
Tsukuyomi's heart told her that she ought to leave immediately, without leaving behind any information. That way, Mo Yi would not be dragged into danger because of her. After all, how could Tsukuyomi repay his care and kindness these past few days with ingratitude?
But she simply could not make up her mind. She told herself that she would stay here first to digest the insights she had gained from the previous battle. Besides, with Mo Yi's help, her strength would surely increase significantly. When the war came again, she could simply slip away quietly.
She used such reasons to convince herself to stay!
But was that truly the only reason?
Tsukuyomi reached out and touched everything