Chapter 169: Playing the Fool to Catch the Tiger?
At this point, Xiaoyao paused, staring into Anian’s eyes without another word. Anian remained silent, her expression unreadable. After a moment of quiet, Xiaoyao continued:
"It was precisely because of the tragedy of my parents that I hesitated back then, afraid to choose Xiangliu. I was terrified of following in their footsteps. But later, I realized that a path is walked by those who tread it, and solutions are found by those who seek them. We are where we are now, and I must do everything in my power to secure a way out for Xiangliu and the last bloodline of the Chenrong Army."
Chapter 169