VCRMM: Chapter 403

The first day’s battle might’ve ended quickly due to the intervention of powerful NPCs, but the results were fruitful.

There were eight cities in total where players launched surprise attacks, all of which were very important cities in the Bewatt Empire. This included the capital.

In the first battle against the Bewatt Empire, the Roland Empire won a complete victory and took all eight cities.

The players were in high spirits. Thanks to the incentive of double points, they used these eight cities as their bases and quickly expanded to other cities.

As for the NPCs who participated in this battle, combat videos were recorded for them. Once posted on the forum, they instantly attracted countless fans.

Among them. His Majesty Snow was deservedly the most popular NPC, far ahead of Si Sheng.

There was no other way. His Majesty Snow’s assistance was too powerful. Not only could he restore health, mana and stamina, but he could also control energy, defend and increase critical strikes!

This really made people feel excited just by watching the video. They couldn’t wait to follow His Majesty to run on the battlefield and easily defeat the enemy.

It was a pity that in the second half, His Majesty Snow’s husband/wife Si Sheng came, threw down another Thunder Judgement and took His Majesty Snow away!

Players became angry when thinking of that scene. This was also the reason why Si Sheng, who was originally as popular as Xu Sili, suddenly fell far behind this time.

Still, this didn’t hinder CP fans from enjoying the couple’s romance.

[Marshal Si Sheng is so considerate. He doesn’t want His Majesty Snow to get tired, unlike those straight men who only care about fighting.]

[It is so sweet. This is the sweetest CP I have ever shipped!]

[Hahaha, it is the official candy. I am openly enjoying it. So cool!]

[By the way, did you see that Prince Xenos was carried away by a man when he fainted at the end?]

The topic that was originally about Si x Snow suddenly went off topic.

[Shouldn’t it be his secret guard?]

[An imperial family member like him must have someone protecting him. It isn’t surprising.]

[Prince Xenos was obviously exhausted at the time. His condition in the video wasn’t quite right, but he is still very strong. He flooded an entire city by himself. It can be seen that he really hates the lizardmen.]

[If I was him, I would definitely be crazier than him! I hope he can get better. P.S. I think he and the dark guard have a good relationship.]

[Me too (whisper).]

As the forum was full of discussions, Xu Fengqing had already brought Xenos back to the Roland Empire and found a water healer and light healer to treat him.

Xenos opened his eyes and found himself back in the Roland Imperial Palace, lying on the bed in his own bedroom.

He blinked, turned his head slightly with difficulty and saw Xu Fengqing standing by the bed.

“Ah Xe.”

The man met his gaze and called out softly.

Xenos hummed slightly but didn’t stand up immediately, nor did he greet the man with his usual smile.

He was very tired. His overdrawn mental strength hadn’t recovered, making him feel dull all over. He temporarily didn’t have the energy to disguise his emotions.

Today was a bit too much of a stimulus for him.

No matter whether it was the battlefield environment, the hatred aroused by the lizardmen or the longing and grief for his family and friends, he couldn’t control himself.

He looked up at the ceiling, lost in thought. His eyes were completely out of focus.

Xu Fengqing couldn’t help frowning slightly when he saw Xenos’ condition. He couldn’t say the words of blame he originally wanted to say.

He was now at the same strength as Xenos and could clearly see his condition.

Due to Xenos’ mental strength being overdrawn too severely, a debuff that caused him to slowly lose blood had appeared. He had health medicine to keep him alive, but his life would keep slipping away as long as the debuff didn’t disappear.

The worst thing was that the upper limit of Xenos’ health had obviously dropped. He heard from Xiao Li that the upper limit of health represented the lifespan of an NPC.

This meant that Xenos had overdrawn his life to complete this spell that was comparable to a forbidden spell.

Xu Fengqing was extremely angry for the first time. How could this person not take care of his body?

However, seeing Xenos’ fragile and sad expression at this moment, he forgot what he wanted to say.

He could only stay by Xenos’ side quietly, hoping he would get better.

After an unknown amount of time, Xenos’ hoarse voice was suddenly heard.

“Fengqing…”

He called out softly, but there was no reply.

Xu Fengqing waited for a while before finally saying, “Yes, I’m listening.”

Xenos turned his head and looked toward the window. “Do you know what death means?”

Xu Fengqing was silent.

Xenos continued, “It means that you want to see someone, but you can never see them again. You want to hear that person’s voice, but you can never hear it again…”

He closed his eyes and let the tears fall silently.

Xu Fengqing stared at Xenos, who was shrouded in sadness. He had actually experienced such a state before, but he was luckier than Xenos.

Xu Fengqing reached out carefully, gently took Xenos’ palm and held it tightly with both hands.

“I’m sorry.”

He lowered his eyes and spoke seriously and gently.

Xenos closed his eyes tightly. He felt like he was trapped in a vast darkness and sinking bit by bit.

It wasn’t long before a pair of warm hands held him tightly, sending him warmth and dispelling all the coldness.

Then he heard the man’s apology.

Xenos opened his eyes and looked at the guilty Xu Fengqing. He couldn’t help frowning, and the melancholy and sadness in his eyes dissipated a bit.

“Fengqing, you didn’t do anything wrong. You don’t need to apologize.”

Xu Fengqing shook his head. “I should’ve spent more time with you.”

Xenos looked over and met the man’s sincere and guilty eyes. This made him look away, a bit annoyed at his loss of composure that made Fengqing feel worried and guilty about him.

“No, it isn’t your responsibility.”

He finally pulled himself together and managed to sit up.

Fengqing had no obligation to take care of his emotions. He was just too weak. As Roland’s former crown prince and current prince, he shouldn’t be like this.

Seeing him get up, Fengqing quickly picked up a pillow and placed it behind him so he could sit up better.

As for Xenos’ words, he didn’t agree.

He whispered, “You have been my responsibility from the moment I rescued you.”

Xenos was startled and stared at him blankly. He heard Fengqing say in a low voice, “I shouldn’t make the same mistake a second time.”

He lowered his eyes and his entire body seemed to be trapped in shadows. There was an indescribable sense of fragility.

It was the first time Xenos had seen him like this.

Fengqing was mature and steady, so he could always calmly find ways to deal with any problems he encountered. At the same time, he had a compassionate heart and was willing to lend a helping hand to the weak.

Honest and kind, gentle and powerful. This was his impression of this ancient beast.

Xenos had a feeling that there was a story behind the man’s words.

He thought about it. Finally, he couldn’t help asking, “What does this mean?”

Xu Fengqing didn’t hide anything.

He pulled up the corners of the quilt, placed Xenos’ warmed hand under the quilt and whispered, “I was married.”

Xenos was stunned again. After a long time, he hesitated before asking, “Past tense?”

Xu Fengqing paused and nodded. “Yes.”

Xenos frowned deeply, very puzzled. “Why did you break up?”

Xu Fengqing pursed his lips, obviously not wanting to say anything. However, he finally answered, “It was my fault. I didn’t fulfill my responsibilities as a husband.”

After so much time, Xu Fengqing’s impression of his ex-wife had become vague and he could hardly remember her appearance. Every time he thought of her, the only thing that came to mind was the last time they talked face to face.

He had just finished a big project and came home exhausted. Once he turned on the light, he saw a woman sitting in the living room, waiting for him. In front of her was a divorce agreement.

“Do you remember the last time we spoke?” The woman asked him calmly.

He didn’t answer because he couldn’t remember.

After the accidental death of his youngest brother, his parents fell ill one after another and his second brother also became confused. He needed to carry the Xu family. He knew that he had neglected a lot of things, but he didn’t have the energy to do more.

“It was three months ago.”

The woman answered for him before filing for divorce.

Their union was a business marriage and there was no emotional basis at all.

When the Xu family was in the most chaotic state, she was willing to help look after his parents and take care of their two young children. She didn’t walk away when the Xu family was in danger… In fact, this was enough to make him grateful.

In the end, they broke up peacefully.

Out of guilt, he gave her a lot of material compensation.

It was just that he might really be a very bad husband, so the last words his ex-wife said to him were like a judgment.

“Xu Fengqing, you might not be suitable for starting a family.”

He reflected for a long time and realized she was right.

For someone like him, who was raised as the family heir and whose life proceeded step by step according to a predetermined trajectory, love was a luxury, something he could never have.

If he couldn’t give his partner the happiness they wanted then he shouldn’t continue to harm others.

Since then, he never thought about finding a partner again.

Xu Fengqing’s brow was furrowed. His usually sharp and determined black eyes were now tinged with a dim haze. He might look calm but there was a loneliness hidden deep inside that made Xenos feel distressed.

His hand, which was placed under the quilt, stretched out again and pressed gently but firmly on the back of the man’s hand.

Xu Fengqing’s heart moved and he couldn’t help looking up at the other person.

The originally frail and pale silver-haired man seemed to have fully recovered. He looked at Xu Fengqing, purple eyes filled with a soft light.

“Fengqing, I said before that you are the gentlest and kindest person I have ever met. Believe me, you will meet someone more suitable for you in the future.”

“You will definitely be happy.”