Monster Master: Evidence of the Way

That night.

The stars are shining and the moonlight is full.

No one knows what tomorrow will be like. All they can do is cherish the present and live well every day that they can control.

Some people are so used to it that no matter how earth-shattering the events are, they remain calm. However, some people are more sensitive and always feel a little uneasy in the little things that happen.

Obviously, Diana belongs to the latter.

Tomorrow they would be heading to Shadow King Village. Diana was unsure about monsters like Dijiang. She still didn't believe she had reached the same level of growth as Dean Thornaby, even though her monster, Kululu, was already A-level.

She clutched her brooch tightly in both hands, trying to calm herself down.

In front of everyone, she was always proud, representing the face of Wilshire Base. Although Wilshire Base no longer existed, she still felt it was necessary to stick to her beliefs.

After all, if even I gave up, who would still remember that there was once a Wilshire Base on Blue Planet where heroes emerged?

Only when she was alone did Diana feel more like herself.

The curfew has been lifted long ago, but most people should be asleep by now, conserving their energy so that they can better prepare for the next battle.

But Diana didn't need that, she just wanted to relax quietly.

Think about your ancestors and the glory you have always carried, which must not be cut off at this moment.

We must win, no matter what means are used.

Just as Diana's mind was flashing with complicated and disordered images like a dragonfly skimming the water, a young man quietly appeared behind her.

The boy had eyes as bright as the sky, but at this moment, these eyes were filled with melancholy.

The young man was none other than Chiraion, and Mephistopheles lay quietly in his arms, like an ordinary flute.

But if a sudden unexpected situation occurs, Chirawong can immediately play the requiem and hypnotize all the enemies.

"Diana," Kiraon said softly.

"Why, you can't sleep either?" Diana laughed.

"yes……"

Kiraon squatted down beside Diana. "I can't sleep. We're heading to the battlefield tomorrow. I heard Shadow King Village has always been a place of many disasters, but it has also produced many heroic and legendary figures - it's exactly like my hometown."

Chirawong is an orphan, both his parents died in the war.

"I've always wondered what the point of these wars is. Because of them, too many children have lost their parents. Even if someone remembers them, it can't make up for the trauma in their hearts. If possible, I don't want to get involved at all. I don't have the ability to change the current situation. As long as you, Diana, are fine, that's all..."

Qirawong talked a lot today, perhaps because he was thinking of his parents, or perhaps for some other reason.

In short, Chiraon really wanted to find someone to talk to, and Diana was definitely the best choice.

"Under an overturned nest, how can the eggs remain intact? Chiraon, I understand your feelings. Our current choice is to prevent more people from suffering the pain we have. Someone has to bear the brunt of it all, and that is the mission of us Monster Masters."

After that, Diana changed the subject:

"I know you're still upset about what happened during the day. Actually, I have my own considerations. Even if I don't agree, I have no other choice. We are always swept along by the river of fate. The last monster can only be defeated if Bubulu and Lion Hall mobilize together. With our current level, we will just be cannon fodder."

"If we go to Shadow King Village, we still have hope of winning without any casualties."

Unexpectedly, Diana was so pessimistic that Chirawong was speechless for a moment.

"I'm not being pessimistic, but just making an objective analysis."

Diana grabbed her brooch again. "I discovered it during the competition with Huang Quan... This is a serious matter. I must be responsible for my life and yours."

"I said I would be with you forever."

Chirawong fully understood this.

"Life is too short, we must seize the day. You are right, Diana, no matter what the future holds, at least we must overcome the current situation."

"Break through..."

Diana frowned. She knew the ferocity and power of demonic beasts. Many companions had been sacrificed in the conquests against the Overlord and the Disaster Flame, and she knew this was inevitable.

Chirawong was right about one thing: war always involves sacrifice. There is no such thing as a bloodless victory. She only hoped she could live a few more days, so she could witness the ever-changing world for Dean Thornaby.

"Okay, don't think about these unhappy things."

Qirawong smiled gently and said, "You must be hungry. Here, I brought you some instant noodles."

Long before the destruction of the Wilshire base, Diana often took on multiple jobs, causing her to have a reversed day and night schedule. Her long-term irregular lifestyle led to poor gastrointestinal function.

There was no other way. Diana was very busy and often missed meals. Chirawong felt very sorry for her and prepared instant noodles for her.

This is why, when the tail-end team first arrived at the Wilshire base, they saw Diana squatting on the curb eating instant noodles.

Chiraon thought that eating a little was better than going hungry, because he had often suffered from hunger when he was a child, and he didn't want Diana to repeat his mistakes.

Diana's eyes lit up. A midnight snack? That's a really good idea.

"Chopsticks or fork?" asked Kiravong.

"Chopsticks, I'm used to it." Diana responded.

Not long after, Diana began to slurp instant noodles in the familiar posture again, but this time she felt a little more emotional.

"In fact, the most we can choose for those of us who just go with the flow is whether to use chopsticks or a fork when eating instant noodles."

"Isn't this good? At least we still have a choice." Qirawong said with a smile.

Diana drank the last mouthful of soup and wiped her mouth generously.

"Kiravon Wilshere." - This was one of the few times Diana called Kiravon by his full name.

"arrive."

Chiraon sat upright, looking nervous, wondering what Diana had to say.

"I'm not being nosy, but what if... this is our last night together? Who can guarantee that we'll survive to the end? So—let's hug, between companions? Between lovers? Between family? All of them?"

Faced with Diana's invitation, Qirawong was a little surprised and then refused.

"This isn't good, don't curse yourself. I promise, we'll hug each other again after we defeat Dijiang, okay? This way we'll both miss each other more."

"Ah."