"Accompanying me is only the inheritance from my bloodline. That power tells me that I must bear the responsibility, walk the earth, and guard the world."
"My father, my ancestor, were all like this."
"But why? Why this damn responsibility? What have I gained? The admiration of the world? Or the so-called glory?"
"I don't need it!"
"All I want is to live like a normal person!"
The Heaven-Slaying Martial Saint's angry shouts echoed in everyone's hearts, a series of incredulous gazes turned toward the elderly figure. Some opened their mouths to speak, but ultimately said nothing. Those new Saints who were unaware of the secrets likely found it puzzling.
However, all the Martial Saints who understood the bloodline inheritance of the Heaven-Slaying lineage remained silent.
The Great Yan Martial Saint's face was complex, but after taking a deep breath, he spoke solemnly:
"That's no excuse."
