After work, start to speedrun the other world-Chapter 172 - 51 Return to Sky City

"It’s rather obvious I’m being ostracized," the Memory Demon sighed, and then stretched lazily. "But I don’t even feel like pursuing the so-called truth anymore."

In the past, he was extremely obsessed with the so-called truth, attempting to steal the memories of the God of Omniscience in order to uncover the world’s greatest secrets.

As expected, he failed and was easily slain by the God of Omniscience, surviving only as a fragment of pre-death memory within the minds of his followers.

"Since we’re not after the truth, let’s talk about something serious," Xi Mu chuckled softly, smoothly changing the subject. "How about joining us in taking over the world’s domination?"

The corners of the Memory Demon’s mouth twitched as he asked, "Can I refuse?"

In fact, he had no desire to join the war for world domination. After all, with his current power, even if he joined the Witch of Death’s camp, he could never be her equal and would only become a rather high-ranking officer.

Better to live a peaceful life in the countryside.

Regarding this,

Xi Mu didn’t respond but maintained his smile, and the Memory Demon gave a tired sigh, seemingly understanding Xi Mu’s attitude.

"Fine, I’ll join you," he waved his hand, choosing to side with the Witch of Death despite his strong reluctance.

He had no alternative, for if he didn’t align with the Witch of Death, the All Gods wouldn’t spare him, especially since the Witch of Death had sent someone to contact him.

Even if he claimed he had no association with the Witch of Death, it’s unlikely any of the gods would believe him, and they would probably eliminate him as a potential threat immediately.

"Welcome aboard," Xi Mu nodded calmly, and then, using his knees for support, stood up and looked towards the distant snowy landscape.

"Someone will be in touch with you tonight."

"Won’t you come into the village for a cup of tea?" the Memory Demon gestured toward the nearby village billowing with cooking smoke, a community primarily composed of his believers and the headquarters of the Memory Church.

"I think I’ll pass; I have many tasks to complete," Xi Mu summoned a small mare and then, looking at the Memory Demon, said:

"We’ll meet again soon." He mounted the mare, and then, taking Eden with him onto the steed, vanished into the vast whiteness of the land.

Shortly after his departure,

"Ah... that dangerous fellow is finally gone," the Memory Demon collapsed onto the snow, showing none of his previous composure.

The little girl at his side looked puzzled; she didn’t understand why the demon lord she believed in appeared as if he had just survived a disaster.

In response, the Memory Demon explained.

"That woman cloaked in gray knows too much about me, yet I’m unable to glimpse into her memories."

"She’s an impressive big sister," the little girl’s face lit up with expectation; she had no interest in impressive big brothers, but the idea of an impressive and gentle big sister filled her with... longing.

"Yes, she’s quite formidable," the Memory Demon waved off and added, "That woman even protected the man’s memories."

He sighed in frustration.

"If we had refused earlier, she probably would have dealt with all of us... killed us all."

"That’s a dangerous big sister," the little girl’s mouth fell open in shock. She thought the cloaked big sister was a kind person, but it turned out she was so dangerous, ready to kill them all at the slightest disagreement.

The Memory Demon ruffled the girl’s hair, and said, "You have a lot to learn; you can’t assume someone is nice just because they’re attractive."

"Mm-hmm," the little girl nodded vigorously, humbly taking in the lesson from the Memory Demon, even though she still believed the cloaked big sister was a good person.

She wanted to play with that big sister.

...

...

Sky City.

The palace.

The back garden.

Xi Mu and Eden dismounted from the horse and looked toward Siegfried approaching, along with the sound of his familiar and hearty laughter. 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶

"Isn’t this our hero returning?" Siegfried laughed heartily, approaching Ahtal and looking him over from head to toe.

He clapped Xi Mu on the shoulder.

"Do you now have the confidence to kill me?"

"That depends on when you turn into a dragon," Xi Mu replied with a smile, further explaining, "Otherwise, I may have to go hunt another evil dragon."

"Probably in about twenty days," Siegfried surprisingly took it well, not shy about when he would turn into a dragon.

"My body’s condition is getting worse." He showed his palm to Xi Mu, revealing scales beginning to emerge on his wrist.

"I’ve been dreaming lately. In my dreams, a woman speaks to me, telling me to open the gates of Hell."

"That is likely the Creation Witch," Xi Mu observed Siegfried’s astonished face and explained:

"The Creation Witch has never died, and since you’re using the magic she left behind, you’re probably..."

"Becoming her puppet, right?" Siegfried seemed to have anticipated this, covering half his face with a troubled hand, "That figure, not inferior to the Goddess of Life’s, indeed must be the Creation Witch."

Xi Mu: "..."

"An objective evaluation, don’t you worship the Goddess of Life merely for the belief?" Siegfried laughed nonchalantly, fully understanding men’s thoughts and without embarrassment.

"Ahtal, you need to face your heart more directly, at least to the point of acknowledging beauty without reservation."

With that, he gestured to Eden, who had been silent on the side.

"Your current lady friend, for instance, is undeniably a great beauty. It would be wonderful if someone could dress her up specially."