How should she put it? Leng Xiyue respected this sort of thing. After all, it was their own family's business. There were countless tragedies in the world, and sacrificing one family member in exchange for the development of the entire clan felt much like political marriages in ancient times. It was simply a matter of making trade-offs, hardly some appalling atrocity.
After all, if that person did not make the sacrifice, the entire family might decline as a result, only to be swallowed up and slaughtered by other powers. Just as the ancient dynasties of the Central Plains would be ravaged by nomadic peoples if they refused political marriages, the latter outcome would certainly be more tragic, all things considered.
It also depended on the person's mindset. Someone who understood the greater good would surely be willing to give their life for the family. If they were unwilling, well, they could only be made to suffer a little.
Of course, that respect was contingent on the matter having nothing to do with Leng Xiyue. Now that Liu Qinghan had come to her side, she could no longer leave it alone.
"I see. Then how do you feel about this?" Leng Xiyue asked.
"My grandfather and my parents treat me very well, and the family elders have given me the best upbringing. I think perhaps I should go back and repay them. If they truly wanted to find me, the unique nature of our martial soul means I couldn't possibly escape. All I can say is that they, too, hope I can travel around during these last few years of my life."
At this point, Liu Qinghan raised her head and revealed a poignantly beautiful smile. "During my time by your side, I've already seen so many new and wonderful things.