Chapter 88 : Redemption

The shockwave rippled through the passage, causing loose stones to rain down from above. In Li Shen's arms, Yu stirred and opened his eyes. Li Shen carefully set both Yu and Tian Bao on the ground, supporting Yu as he struggled to sit up.

Yu's face bore the weight of profound sorrow, his eyes distant and unfocused. Li Shen drew a breath, feeling the heavy burden of delivering the tragic news.

"Prince Yu, your parents-"

"I know." Yu's quiet voice cut through Li Shen's words. "I feel them in the leyline. They pulled me back." His fingers traced invisible patterns in the air. "And that girl too. I never even learned her name."

Yu turned to Li Shen, his gaze hollow and lost. "Li Shen, what should I do now?"