Collapse Iron: The Five Heroes of the Clouds Won't Let Me Go

"Ah Xiao is back."

When Cheng Xiao returned to Luofu, Jing Liu and the others showed joy as always.

Bai Heng took Cheng Xiao's hand and pulled him home.

"Now that Xiaolang is back, hurry up and cook a meal! Our mouths are getting tired of your cooking."

Cheng Xiao chuckled to himself:

"Do you miss me or my food?"

"Oh dear~ We have them all~"

Dinner arrived as scheduled, and after returning home in the car, the family felt complete.

However, Cheng Xiao remained silent, slowly chewing his rice, his eyes unfocused.

Yingxing turned his head to look at Chengxiao and sensed his emotions.

"Xiao, what's wrong? Why do you seem so distracted?"

Bai Heng, who was indulging in a hearty meal, stopped what he was doing. The other women all looked over, with Bai Lu and Dan Heng also looking at him with concern.

Cheng Xiao snapped out of his daze and forced a smile.

"It's alright, it's alright. I'm thinking about something. Eat, eat, eat, don't let the food get cold."

However, everyone present was shrewd, and it was certain that Cheng Xiao had something on his mind.

Especially his two daughters, Bai Lu had never seen her father so preoccupied.

Danheng, needless to say, didn't know that his father could also have worries and anxieties.

Finally, before going to sleep, Jingliu gently asked:

"Ah Xiao, what exactly happened to Yao Qing and his group this time?"

For Jing Liu, Cheng Xiao's behavior after returning from Yao Qing must mean that something must have happened to Yao Qing.

Cheng Xiao leaned against the bed and did not answer.

Jingliu wasn't in a hurry; if Chengxiao didn't want to talk about it, she wouldn't pry.

But the next day, Cheng Xiao abruptly called everyone to gather in the courtyard.

Yao Feng, Teng Xiao, and others all came, and even Luo Sigu and Hei Ta specially projected over to participate.

Black Tower asked in confusion:

"What could possibly make you so excited? This genius's curiosity is piqued."

Screw Gumm was much calmer:

"For Mr. Chengxiao to act this way, it must involve something at the level of a god."

Danfeng felt uneasy. She suddenly felt a chill in her heart, a feeling just as painful as when Chengxiao left without saying goodbye when she was a child.

Could it be...?

As expected, Cheng Xiao then explained the specifics.

"When I returned to Luofu, I saw the Balance Star God [Mutual] again. I'm sorry, the balance of the universe was shifted because of my appearance."

Yao Feng was somewhat surprised:

"How could that be? Didn't you receive mutual recognition as a demigod, disciple?"

"That's why I brought new rules to balance, but these rules have led balance to another extreme."

Cheng Xiao's tone was heavy.

"Next, I will go to the narrow passage where all destinies converge, and use this body to change the rules of balance. I don't know how long this will take."

Danfeng smashed the cup on the spot.

"Why! Is the God of Balance a useless piece of trash! Why would He let you do something like this?"

Jing Liu said coldly, "Dan Feng, calm down."

"I'm very calm! So what if they're gods? What right do they have to arbitrarily decide someone's fate?"

Cheng Xiao sighed softly:

"Feng, since this matter originated from me, it should be resolved by me. [Mutual] has already merged with the universe and can only subtly influence the operation of the universe. Now, only I can take the initiative to change the status quo."

Danfeng's chest heaved violently; she was now like a raging dragon.

"This kind of thing...this kind of thing...are you kidding me!"

As she was murmuring, she collapsed, limp and lifeless.

Ying Xing and Bai Heng offered words of comfort, and Jing Yuan inquired:

"Uncle-Master, time isn't the issue. Can you promise me you'll definitely come back?"

Cheng Xiao smiled and said, "Of course, I guarantee that!"

"Okay, I'll wait."

Jingliu nodded: "It's just a short while. Time is fleeting when you're engrossed in the ring. I can wait."

Although Bai Heng was heartbroken and his ears went limp, he still understood what was more important.

"If it takes hundreds of years, my God, how much time will be wasted? That time could have been used to create so many more memories. You'll have to make it up to us then."

Ying Xing's melancholy expression carried a hint of nonchalance.

"Go ahead, with them around, I can temporarily accept life without you."

Teng Xiao and Wang Xu stated that there was no need for Cheng Xiao to worry about Luo Fu's safety; they had simply retired, not died.

Only Yao Feng looked at Cheng Xiao with a complicated expression.

His disciple, from the small figure who fought with all his might against a mere Bu Liren, has now become so powerful and extraordinary.

Too much time has passed in between, a thousand years have gone by, yet it seems to have vanished in the blink of an eye.

As his master, he saved him with his sword and protected him. He watched him grow step by step, becoming more and more powerful in an unreasonable way, surpassing himself, and even being noticed by many gods.

His life should have continued peacefully and happily under his power, but unexpectedly, given the vastness of the universe, even his disciple could not remain uninvolved.

But as his master, he couldn't help at all.

"I'll wait for you to come back, you silly apprentice."

Yao Feng was feigning nonchalance, but everyone could see through it.

......

Cheng Xiao needs to spend three days preparing for all matters.

He wanted to ensure that nothing unexpected would happen to the fairy boat even after he left.

But for Yunwu, this was too fast.

For the next three days, they relentlessly pursued Cheng Xiao, fearing that he might disappear at any moment.

Cheng Xiao bestowed upon each person a long-lived [dog], whose power was sufficient to ensure that no one would die of old age.

The development of the Immortal Ship was entrusted to Yun Wu and the others, while the other four Dragon Lords offered reassurance and suggestions.

Several generals, knowing that Cheng Xiao was leaving, rushed to Luofu to say goodbye.

Yueyu was the most exaggerated; she hadn't expected that such a thing would happen so soon after Cheng Xiao left, and she looked sorrowful.

Black Tower expressed his disappointment at losing a friend, and many experiments had to be shelved. He stood with his hands on his hips and blamed Cheng Xiao for being irresponsible.

"Please, I've spent so much time on you, and you're running away! Sigh, when you come back, you'll have to make up for all the losses!"

"That's just how it is."

Black Tower sighed, arms crossed: "The simulated universe project was already in the planning stages, but now it has to be postponed again."

Screw Gum chuckled softly to himself.

"Mr. Cheng Xiao, Ms. Black Tower is just anxious. Your departure adds to our loneliness no less than anyone else's. Don't worry, Ms. Black Tower may have a sharp tongue, but she has already urgently increased her cooperation with Xianzhou, as have I. We will help Xianzhou face any possible unexpected events together."

"Hey! Screwgoom, you've got too much to say!"

Seeing Heita's exasperated expression, Cheng Xiao smiled happily.

"Thank you, I'm honored to be your friend."

Black Tower rubbed his temples:

"Don't flatter yourself. You always take on everything by yourself, but you've forgotten that you're not alone anymore. Think about our feelings."

"Um!"