Seeing how Lina had worried about him and stayed up all night, Daigo felt deeply guilty.
"Lina, I'm sorry. It's all because of me."
"Daigo, there's no need to apologize. You're the man I love, so this is what I should do.
"No matter what decision you make, I'll quietly support you from behind."
As she spoke, Lina placed the Dark Spark in Daigo's hand.
Holding Lina's hand, Daigo said, "Don't worry. I'll bring this matter to a perfect conclusion. Wait for me. Wait for me to give you a perfect wedding."
After saying that, the two embraced once more, their hearts having long since become one.
Although Daigo had resolved to return to the Luluye Ruins and settle this matter once and for all, he first went to see Lan Hong and the others.
"Daigo, we're rather surprised that you came to us. You should be very clear about the current situation yourself.
"You could completely pretend that none of this ever happened and spend the rest of your life happily with your little girlfriend, Lina.
"You could have children and grandchildren gathered around you, enjoying their filial affection. As for a hundred years from now, you could leave it entirely to those who come after you."
"Mr. Lan Hong, you're right. I could indeed do that, and even if I did, no one would blame me.
"But I won't choose that. As a human, I can't run away. Besides, Captain Jian Jianhui is still waiting for me to bring him back."
"Since you've already made your decision, why come to us?"
"Miss He Xi, could you grant me one request?"
"Oh? Let's hear it. What do you want to ask for?"
"Please help me protect Lina! I understand her, just as she understands me.
"If I go to