James, who had suddenly been exposed, was equally puzzled by the sudden events. He nned to


    observe how his children would diffuse the situation, not expecting to be suddenly revealed by the


    Courageous Tower.


    After a moment of shock, L eximed, “Forty, Forty-nine!”


    James teleported in front of her in a sh, covered her mouth, and shook his head.


    L was incredibly shaken by the situation. She never imagined the person that she had been longing


    for would appear so unexpectedly.


    For years, she had been tormented by the thoughts of James and was unable to find peace at night.


    Upon waking, her face would be stained with tears, and the weight of her longing for him weighed


    heavily.


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    She constantly reminded herself the man she yearned for had already vanished. Whether he was still


    alive, or in seclusion was still uncertain. Nheless, she held on to the hope he would return as a


    formidable powerhouse Before others, she buried the sorrow and longing deep within, portraying


    herself as a ruthless and unyielding woman, who employed harsh methods to govern the creatures


    emerging from the Dark World. Her aim was not only to suppress them but also to drive them to focus


    on their cultivation, utilizing the resources of the Fodtt Land efficiently to rapidly enhance their


    strength.


    In amunity where mostly men dominated, she employed every tactic at her disposal, wielding both


    kindness and power to maintain control over them.


    Throughout these years, driven by her dedication to the Fodtt Land and the trust ced in her by


    James, she led herrades through countless near-death experiences, engaging in battles where


    their safety was often at risk. She persevered, enduring hardships and biding her time, ensuring that


    order prevailed in the Fodtt Land.


    James had be more than just the man of her affection. He had be her unwavering belief. For


    this conviction, she was prepared to sacrifice everything.


    Now, with this man standing before her once again, it was hard to maintain her cold andposed


    demeanor.


    After a moment of contemtion, she unexpectedly pushed away James’ hand and pulled him into a


    tight embrace with tears streaming down her face.


    Her sudden disy of emotion caught James off guard, leaving him at a loss for words.


    “Whether you’re real or just a figment of my imagination, whether it’s wishful thinking or you’ve truly


    returned, I hope you’ll never leave us again. Never abandon us again.


    “My dreams have been shattered time and time again. Even if you’re my faith, you can’t subject me to


    such torment.


    “I’m human too. I have a heart, I have emotions, and I have desires. Even if you’re just a remnant soul,


    I won’t let you leave,” L cried, her voice choked with emotion.


    Listening to L’s pleas, James felt a sharp pain in his heart. The guilt weighed heavily on him,


    knowing he had failed them during their time of need. His absence had left them vulnerable, facing


    hardships and struggles alone.


    Slowly, James reached out and embraced L and gently patted her back.


    “It’s okay. Let it all out. There’s nobody else here. Vent all your sadness, and pain,” heforted her,


    while also casting a soundproof barrier around them for privacy.