Online Game: Evil Dragon Against The Heaven - 276

The world was drifting farther and farther away, and death was drawing closer. In the quiet darkness, she could finally sleep without any worries, without any more pain or struggle. Death was so close, closer than it had ever been.

She was too tired—too, too tired. For so many years, this was the first time she had slept so peacefully. Only this time, once she fell asleep, she might never wake up again. But… whether she woke up or not no longer mattered. Seeing her sister fall into that man’s embrace and hearing him say,『I won’t let anyone bully you ever again』and watching him ruthlessly deal death to the bad people… she suddenly felt very happy, very satisfied, and very relaxed, as if the heavy burden weighing her down had vanished without a trace. After that moment of relief, the overwhelming fatigue took over, dragging her into deep slumber.

She believed his words… He would protect her sister for a lifetime, never letting her be bullied again.

And now, she could finally stop struggling because she had seen her sister’s happiness—and her sister’s happiness was her happiness. It was the only thing that had kept her from leaving all this time.

Now… she could sleep peacefully, without ever needing… to wake up again.

“Xue’er, Xue’er…”

Amidst the boundless sea of consciousness, a familiar voice called out to her, awakening her sleeping awareness. The abyss of death was right in front of her. If she took just one more step, she would be freed from the painful abyss and sink into a dark void where everything would disappear.

But that familiar voice made her stop.

Her sister—her only reliance in life, her only reason for living.

If she never woke up, her sister would be heartbroken… But her sister was strong. She would surely find happiness again.

Still, she wanted to see her sister one last time… She wanted to bid her farewell…

Standing at the edge of death, she hesitated, then began to struggle, using every ounce of her strength to open her eyes…

Her eyes slowly opened. Before her was a blurry world of white… the white ceiling of the hospital room.

“Xue’er… You’re awake, Xue’er!”

Her small hand was gently held by a pair of warm hands. She struggled to turn her head and saw her sister. She smiled and softly called out, “Sister…”

She was too weak. Even showing a slight smile took an immense amount of effort.

“Sister is right here.” Chenxin quickly wiped away the tears on her face and held her sister’s tiny hand, which was as soft and fragile as if it had no bones. “Xue’er, you’re awake… That’s so wonderful. Listen to me, don’t leave me, okay?”

From what the doctor had said, they already knew that Chenxue had given up her fight against her illness. She had given up on her life and was quietly waiting for death to come. Yes… three years ago, she should have died. She had struggled so hard for so many years. To her, death was no longer something to be feared but a form of relief. She had held on for so long… only for her sister. Now that her last wish had been fulfilled, she was finally ready to let go.

“Sister… I’m so tired… so, so tired. I want to go see Daddy… and Mommy. Sister, you told me they’re watching over me from heaven, waiting for me.” Her half-open, misty eyes looked dazed as she spoke in a voice so faint it was almost inaudible. Her eyes seemed ready to close at any moment.

“No… Xue’er, if you leave… what will happen to me?” Chenxin’s hands trembled. No matter how hard she tried to hold back her tears, they still fell silently, soaking the pale bedsheet.

“Sister… You have to promise me… Don’t be sad, okay? If I’m gone, someone will take my place… to be with you…”

“Xue’er, don’t say such silly things. Nothing will happen to you. You’re so strong—how could anything happen to you?” Ran Chenxin gently shook her sister’s frail body, her heart feeling as though it was being pierced by a thousand arrows. For over a decade, they had been inseparable, supporting each other. They were not just sisters—they were each other’s life… more than half of each other’s world.

Chenxue weakly shifted her gaze and looked past Chenxin at Ye Tian Xie, who stood behind her. She gently parted her pale lips, her voice soft but every word was clear, “Big Brother… You said… you wouldn’t let anyone bully my sister again… Big Brother’s words… will always count, right?”

In that instant, Ye Tian Xie’s heart trembled violently. He suddenly understood why this young girl had given up her struggle and was waiting for death to claim her as a release.

His heart, which was rarely moved by emotions, was trembling fiercely for this girl. A girl with a heart as pure as ice and snow… why did fate have to treat her so cruelly? Were the heavens blind…blind to this injustice?!

He leaned down, gently nodding his head. “Yes, I promise. I will protect you both and never let anyone bully you again…”

“Then… pinky swear…” Her tiny pinky finger moved slightly, as if trying to lift, but she no longer had the strength. Ye Tian Xie extended his pinky and gently hooked it with hers. “Mmm, pinky swear. If anyone breaks their promise, they’ll turn into a pig…”

Chenxue smiled—a smile so beautiful it was enough to intoxicate one’s soul. Ran Chenxin leaned against the bed, crying so hard she couldn’t make a sound.

“Big Brother… You’re so good… If… there’s a next life, I will… repay you… and marry you… okay?” She gazed at him with hazy eyes, her voice faint and distant.

Ye Tian Xie smiled gently and nodded, then shook his head. “Why wait for the next life? Why not repay me and marry me in this life?”

“This life…” She stared at him, counting the nearly non-existent beats of her fragile heart. “I don’t think… I can do that…”

“Nonsense.” He lightly pinched her small hand, leaning down further until his face was almost touching hers. “I just made a promise to Chenxue and I always keep my word. But Chenxue, you also have to promise Big Brother something, okay?”

Chenxue looked at him, her gaze growing more and more blurred.

“Promise me… that you won’t die.” He spoke seriously.

“But… I…”

“Xue’er, believe in Big Brother… I will cure your illness. Hold on, just like before, okay? You’re your sister’s only family. If you’re gone, she will be devastated… and I will be very sad too. For your sister… and for me… stay strong, okay? Once I cure your illness, you’ll be able to stay with your sister forever. You can eat whatever you want, go to all the beautiful places you’ve always wanted to visit, and play any games you like… No one will ever bully you again, and you can live however you want. Doesn’t that sound good?”

He painted a vision of a beautiful future, calling out to her desire to live.

“Chenxue, your Big Brother is very powerful… You saw it, didn’t you? I can defeat bad guys in an instant, and I can also cure your illness. Did you know? Even though your illness can’t be cured here, there’s a place far, far away called Lyle Star, where they can cure all incurable diseases. Did you hear that? All of them. Your sister knows this too… Chenxue, remember how strong you’ve always been. You can’t die. We’re going to Lyle Star very soon. Once we get there, your illness will be cured, and then you can stay with your sister forever… okay? Chenxue, can you hear me? You’ve always been the strongest girl. I know you’ll believe me and listen to me… right?”

Ye Tian Xie’s words gently flowed into Chenxue’s heart, stirring her last fragile string of life. Finally, she smiled and nodded softly. Deep within her dim eyes, a faint glimmer of desire to live reignited. That desire came from her trust in him.

“Xue’er, you’ll get better. Don’t leave me alone…” Chenxin wiped away her tears and murmured softly. But… Ye Tian Xie’s words—to go to Lyle Star—would take at least a year. Could Chenxue really hold on for another year in her condition?

Ye Tian Xie nodded firmly, then stood up and turned to Zuo Po Jun. “Po Jun (Pò Jūn), I need a favor.”

“Second Brother, just say the word.” Zuo Po Jun immediately responded.

“I need to go to America… right away. Have someone prepare everything we need.” Ye Tian Xie’s expression was grim, and his words were filled with unyielding determination.

“Huh? This…” Zuo Po Jun was clearly surprised but quickly regained his composure. Seeing the unwavering determination in Ye Tian Xie’s eyes, he sighed softly and nodded. “Second Brother, I understand. I’ll make the arrangements immediately.”

With that, he grabbed his phone and quickly left the room.

Murong Qiu Shui opened his mouth as if to speak, but then turned away and let out a soft sigh.

“Chenxue, we’ll go to Lyle Star soon, and they will cure your illness. So, you have to keep our promise—don’t die. Be strong, and wait for the day we reach Lyle Star, okay?”

In that moment, he made a desperate decision.

A decision so crazy that it defied all logic.

But despite the insanity of that decision, he had no regrets.

Even though today was the first day he had met this girl, she was worth it—not just because she was Ran Qingsheng’s daughter.

The kind of parents they had… would determine the kind of children they raised. That kind and gentle old man had two daughters who were even more kind and pure. They were worth this.

He couldn’t wait another year, and Chenxue wouldn’t be able to wait another year. He had to go to America and use every means available—begging, coercion, threats, or even paying an unimaginable price. As long as he could achieve his goal and get to Lyle Star immediately to save this girl’s life, he would try everything.

Even though he knew… that this desperate decision had an incredibly slim chance of succeeding…

But slim did not mean hopeless. As long as there was a sliver of hope, he was willing to do whatever it took for this girl. He would never give up.