Godslayer: After the Seraph rejected me, I ascended directly to the highest godhood.

Huaihai City, Third Uncle's Local Cuisine Restaurant.

The young man carrying the sword case pushed open the door and entered. Looking at the familiar restaurant, a smile appeared on his lips.

"Don't just stand there, come and eat." At this moment, as if he knew Zhou Ping would come back, his third uncle had already prepared the food and put it on the table.

"Third Uncle..." Zhou Ping smelled the incredibly familiar aroma of food, nodded slightly, and walked over to sit down.

His third uncle handed him the chopsticks, saying, "Eat more."

"it is good."

Zhou Ping ate in silence, the familiar taste filling his mouth, as if the peaceful life he once had in the restaurant had returned.

"Aren't you tired after working so hard outside for so long?" his third uncle asked, looking at him.

“…Tired,” Zhou Ping mumbled.

Uncle San sighed, picked up his old cadre teacup, took a sip, and continued, "The outside world is always more tiring than home, which is why it's always better to 'go home' at the end of the year!"

"By the way, are you still going out?"

Zhou Ping paused in his eating and slowly put down his bowl and chopsticks.

"I... am conflicted," he said with a hint of bitterness.

Lin Qiye and the others are still missing, and as their teacher, he can't just ignore it.

This is his responsibility.

But after I left, what about my third uncle...?

“Actually, you don’t need to worry about it.” Third Uncle held his teacup, looked into Zhou Ping’s eyes, and grinned.

“In the past, I might have been able to arrange your future for you.”

“You’re not talkative and you’re clumsy when it comes to cooking, so you definitely won’t be able to inherit this restaurant… I’ve always thought that once we’ve made enough money, we’ll sell this restaurant and buy two small houses.”

"One is for you to get married, and the other is for me to take care of in my old age. Only with a house can you have a home!"

"But now, your third uncle can see that you have your own ideas."

Zhou Ping picked up some food while listening to his third uncle's words.

Third Uncle took a sip of tea and said slowly, "Young people will always encounter times of confusion."

"At this time, you need to calm down, think carefully, and ask yourself what's in your heart."

"Your life is not for others to see; how you choose to live your future is your own choice."

"You must stay here and live a peaceful life. Your third uncle guarantees that you will not be bullied in this city."

“If you leave to make your way in the world, your third uncle may not be able to help much, but if you get tired of making your way in the world, come back here. This is your home. As long as your third uncle is here, the storms outside cannot get in.”

Third Uncle held up the old cadre's teacup and said in a gentle voice.

Zhou Ping did not answer immediately, and continued eating in silence.

But he listened to everything his third uncle said.

Ask yourself what your true self is?

His dream used to be to live a peaceful and stable life, hiding in this restaurant, reading his favorite novels, and happily spending his life.

But now...

In his mind, the grateful gazes of the two watchmen and three children beneath the shattered city flashed through his mind.

The scenes of spending time with Jiang Ye and his group of students during those months.

Jiang Ye, who always smiles and faces life with a smile...

And in the mist, there were those students who risked their lives to save him...

Gradually, Zhou Ping's eyes brightened.

All his previous choices were about running away, about fear...

But now, he seems less afraid. In the past, whenever he recalled those hardships, he would feel disappointed with the world.

But now, those hardships are still painful, yet he can laugh them off.

Yes, he didn't want to run away anymore.

"It seems you've made your choice," Uncle Zhou said with a smile, sensing Zhou Ping's change.

Zhou Ping smiled and said frankly, "Third Uncle, I probably won't stay."

My third uncle smiled and nodded, a look of satisfaction on his face...

Ten minutes later, Zhou Ping walked out of the local restaurant, carrying a black sword case on his back. He looked back at the restaurant for a long time before looking away.

He took out the black sweater. "Give this to Jiang Ye first."

……

Cangnan, Heping Office.

Jiang Ye sat on the sofa, with three pairs of eyes staring at him, seemingly asking many questions.

"Kid, where's that kid Lin Qiye?" Zhao Kongcheng asked first.

Jiang Ye thought for a moment and replied, "I went to Japan to become a male escort."

???

"A male prostitute!?" Zhao Kongcheng scratched his head.

Hongying and Wen Qimo also showed puzzled expressions.

Jiang Ye smiled slightly and silently drank his tea.

"Ono, why did you suddenly come back?" Hongying changed the subject.

Jiang Ye slowly put down his teacup and looked at the numerous photos that Leng Xuan had secretly taken on the wall to one side.

It's all about the past of Squad 136, with photos covering the entire wall.

Jiang Ye stood up and walked to the wall by himself, staring at it intently.

Hongying and the other two followed Jiang Ye and looked at the wall, as memories of the past flooded back to them.

On the wall, from Jiang Ye and Lin Qiye joining Squad 136, their first mission, their first meal, their first time... those little moments are nostalgic and bring tears to one's eyes.

Old Zhao and Wen Qimo exchanged glances with Hongying.

Hongying nodded, stood up and walked to Jiang Ye's side, saying gently, "Xiao Ye, it's all over now."

"Now I just hope that the rest of the 136th squad can be safe and sound, and that we can reunite in the future, just like before."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ye turned his head slightly and saw that Sister Hongying's eyes were already glistening with tears.

He reached up and took down a photo of the captain from the wall, a smile spreading across his face.

"Sister Hongying, I will!"

"I'm back this time to... bring the captain home!"

Upon hearing this, Hongying, Wen Qimo, and Lao Zhao were taken aback, but then they smiled.

They knew Jiang Ye was comforting Hong Ying, because Cangnan itself was a miracle.

Now the miracle has vanished, and Captain Chen Muyi has vanished forever... He will never come back.

Hongying looked at Xiaoye with heartache, wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, and nodded emphatically.

"Yes, I also believe that the captain, as well as Leng Xuan and Xiao Nan, will definitely come back."

Jiang Ye sensed the melancholy in Hong Ying's words, but didn't offer any further explanation.

He turned around and sat down, chatting with the three of them about his recent experiences and past events.

Jiang Ye didn't leave the Peace Office until after lunch, and then walked into the old town.

The old town of Cangnan is not much different from before, except that it has become more dilapidated and uninhabited.

Jiang Ye strolled along the moss-covered alleyway, stumbling and falling, until he finally returned to the road he had walked countless times before.

This road may not be crowded, but it holds countless memories for many and touches the hearts of countless people who are far from home.

Year after year, some people visit once a year, some visit once every ten years or so, and some never come back to visit again.

This road is named 'Home'!

In a daze, Jiang Ye passed by the once-popular convenience store, which was now closed, with cobwebs hanging in the corner.

I used to walk home from school with a few classmates, chatting and laughing, but now I'm all alone.

Gradually, the noisy streets of my memory have become quiet and indifferent.

Gradually, he transformed from a crying child into someone expressionless, his face now displaying only unwavering resolve...

Jiang Ye continued walking without stopping.

Before his eyes, the familiar yet slightly unfamiliar two-story building gradually came into view.

However, the ivy covered the gray-white walls, and the doors and windows looked old, having weathered countless storms.

Jiang Ye stood in front of the door, gazing up at it for a long time.

He took off the ring from his finger and stroked it for a long time.

Just then, a notification sounded in Jiang Ye's mind.

Daily Task Refresh: Based on the host's location, please complete the following tasks:

Revive Cangnan: Please revive Cangnan, who has disappeared from the original story. Upon completion of the mission, you will receive a 2-5x critical hit reward.