All Realms and Worlds: The Lost Home

Inside the deep cave, the light was dim, with only a few fluorite stones on the rock walls emitting a faint pale blue glow.

Karen and Yuegui remained with their eyes closed, lying quietly on the stone bed covered with dry grass, covered with the black cloak left behind by the man in black robes.

The man in black robes stood before the stone bed, his face obscured by the shadow under his hood. He slowly raised his right hand, and a soft, pale green light condensed at his fingertips.

The light, imbued with a rich life force, slowly descended upon the two individuals, seeping into their wounds bit by bit.

The fragments of armor on Karen's body had already been removed, and the hideous wounds, enveloped in a pale green light, were healing at a visible speed.

His originally pale face gradually regained color, and his weak breathing became steady and strong.

Yue Gui's demonic wounds were more severe than Karen's. His dark red demonic blood had already congealed, and the skin around the wounds still bore charred marks from the corrosion of holy light.

Pale green life magic landed on his wound, making a soft "sizzling" sound. The charred skin gradually peeled off, and new skin slowly grew. The conflict between the demonic energy and the remaining holy light also gradually subsided under the harmonization of the life magic.

"Get some sleep and get plenty of rest. There are still many things waiting for you to do."

The man in black robes spoke softly, his tone flat and devoid of emotion, while the pale green light at his fingertips continued to continuously transmit life force.

Outside the cave, the sun rises and sets, spring comes and autumn goes, and time flows by silently.

The man in black robes never left the cave, healing Karen and Yuegui with life magic day after day. Occasionally, he would sit at the cave entrance, gazing at the distant horizon, lost in thought. His aura remained mysterious and eerie, and no one knew his origins or his purpose.

Meanwhile, a bustling scene unfolded atop the ruins of the capital.

Lia, Doron, Allen, along with the surviving human defenders, the Demon King's army, and the civilians rescued from the ruins, worked together to clear the rubble and rebuild their homes, bit by bit.

The once completely destroyed capital city is gradually coming back to life.

The broken stone slabs were repaved and leveled; the collapsed houses were rebuilt little by little, simple yet full of hope; the broken city walls were reinforced and repaired, no longer the sacred and majestic structures they once were, but now filled with warmth and a sense of everyday life.

Most surprisingly, humans and demons actually put aside their grudges and lived together peacefully.

The human people provided food and water to the demon soldiers, who in turn used their immense strength to help the humans clear the ruins, move boulders, and protect their new home.

There was no fighting, no hatred, no betrayal, only unity, mutual support, and hope and expectation for the future.

On this day, Lia stood at the highest point of the ruins, looking down at the homes being rebuilt and at the busy crowds, a gentle yet firm smile appeared on her face.

Doron and Allen walked to her side, looking at the scene before them, their eyes filled with emotion.

"Lia, we did it." Doron scratched his head, his tone full of pride. "We really did rebuild our homes from the ruins."

Allen nodded, his tone gentle: "Yes, all of this is inseparable from everyone's efforts, and from you, Leah."

If it weren't for Leah's persistence, if she hadn't awakened everyone's hope, they might have fallen into despair long ago, or they might have parted ways long ago, and the situation they have today would not exist.

Leah shook her head, her tone gentle yet firm: "This is not my achievement alone, but the result of everyone's joint efforts. It is a miracle created by everyone who is unwilling to give up and wants to live a good life."

She paused, her gaze sweeping across the ground beneath her feet, her tone heavy and solemn: "The capital is gone. We cannot forget those painful past events, but we cannot dwell on them forever."

"This land carries our sorrow, but it also carries our hopes. Let's give it a new name, a name that symbolizes new life and hope."

Doron's eyes lit up, and he immediately said, "I think 'New Life City' is a good name. It symbolizes that we have all been reborn!"

Allen pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "How about calling it 'City of Unity'? It would symbolize that humans and demons are of one mind and work together, no longer separated."

Lia smiled, shook her head, and looked eastward, where the rising sun was slowly casting its golden rays upon this devastated yet vibrant land, warm and dazzling.

"Let's call it Rising Sun City."

Her voice was firm and powerful, reaching everyone around her: "The rising sun shines brightly, symbolizing our new home. Like the rising sun, it is revitalized, symbolizing our future, full of hope, and will never be shrouded in darkness again."

"City of the Rising Sun!"

Doron and Allen repeated the name in unison, their eyes filled with approval and anticipation.

Upon hearing this name, the busy crowd around them stopped what they were doing and shouted in unison. Their voices were firm and loud, echoing throughout the ruins, full of hope and strength.

The name "Sunrise City" was etched into the hearts of everyone, becoming their faith and the goal they protected.

The pace of rebuilding the new home is accelerating.

Allen took the lead and found a relatively intact palace ruin in the center of Sunrise City. After renovation, it became the location of the Mage Guild.

He posted notices to recruit human and demon youths with magical talents, to teach them magical knowledge, to guide them in controlling magical power, and to make them the force that protects Sunrise City.

After the notice was posted, people came to register in droves.

There were former human magicians, demon youths with magical talents, and ordinary people who lost their homes in the war and wanted to learn magic to protect themselves and their families.

Allen patiently taught everyone, established strict guild rules, and encouraged everyone to learn from and improve with each other, treating all equally regardless of whether they were human or demon.

Gradually, the Mage Guild grew stronger and stronger, becoming an indispensable force in Sunrise City. Whether it was clearing ruins, building houses, protecting the city, or resisting the invasion of foreign monsters, members of the Mage Guild could be seen everywhere.

Not to be outdone, Dorron built a spacious courtyard on the east side of Sunrise City and established the Adventurers' Alliance.

He recruits strong and capable humans and demons, and assigns them tasks, whether it's hunting monsters that invade the city, finding supplies in the ruins, or escorting people on their journeys. There are corresponding tasks and rewards for each.

With his formidable strength and forthright personality, Dorron earned the respect and trust of everyone, and more and more people joined the Adventurers' Alliance.

He personally trained the members of the alliance, teaching them combat skills and forging their willpower, making them a powerful and united team.

Whenever monsters invade Sunrise City, members of the Adventurers' Alliance will step forward immediately, bravely fight the enemy, and protect the city's safety and the peace of its people.

Meanwhile, Lia, without even realizing it, became the new leader of Sunrise City.

She is gentle yet firm, kind yet courageous. Whether mediating conflicts between humans and demons, planning city construction, or caring about the lives of ordinary people, she handles everything meticulously and efficiently.

When someone encounters difficulties, she is always the first to lend a helping hand; when someone has a conflict, she always mediates patiently, fairly, and impartially; her presence can be seen in every corner of the city.

The human people respected her, the demon soldiers trusted her, and everyone willingly followed her, obeyed her orders, protected this new home together, and worked hard for the future of Sunrise City.

Lia did not disappoint everyone's expectations. She formulated reasonable city rules, encouraged humans and demons to learn from and tolerate each other, and vigorously developed agriculture and handicrafts, so that the people of Sunrise City could have enough to eat and wear and live in peace and contentment.

Gradually, Sunrise City became more and more prosperous and bustling. The former ruins have long been replaced by neat houses, wide streets, and lively markets.

In the market, humans and demons walked side by side, their cries of vendors, laughter, and conversations mingling together, creating a lively atmosphere. On the streets, children chased and played carefree, their faces no longer showing the fear of war, only pure smiles. The Mage Guild and the Adventurers' Alliance each performed their duties, cooperating with each other to protect the city's peace and stability.

Occasionally, Lia would stand on the city walls, gazing towards the divine realm, her eyes filled with worry.

She thought of Sabella, who was imprisoned, and Karen and Yuegui, who had been rescued from their coma. She wondered how they were doing now and when they would be able to return.

"Captain Karen, Yue Gui, Sabella, you must all be safe and sound."

Lia prayed silently in her heart, "Sunrise City has been built. We are waiting for you to come back, waiting for you to fight against Snow Princess, rescue Sabella, and bring peace back to this world."

Doron and Allen would often accompany Leah, gazing into the distance with anticipation, hoping that Karen and Yuegui would return soon, and that Sabella would be rescued as soon as possible.

They knew that Yuki would not give up easily; she would surely return and start another war. Only by fighting alongside Karen and Yuegui, and by uniting all forces, could they defeat Yuki, protect Rising Sun City, and safeguard this world.

Meanwhile, deep in the remote mountains, Karen and Yue Gui's injuries were finally fully healed.

They remained asleep, their breathing steady, their complexions rosy, and their wounds had long since healed. In fact, their strength had even improved to some extent during the process of life magic nourishing them and healing their injuries.

The man in black robes looked at the two of them and nodded slightly, his tone tinged with relief: "Finally, you've almost recovered."

He raised his hand and waved, and two gentle forces enveloped Karen and Yuegui's bodies respectively, slowly lifting them into the air.

Then, the man in black robes moved and led the two of them out of the cave.

Outside the cave, the sun shines brightly, a gentle breeze blows, and birds sing and flowers bloom in the forest, creating a stark contrast to the dark and damp interior.

The man in black robes did not linger. He led the two men, transforming into a black afterimage, and quickly traversed the mountains and forests, speeding towards the distant town.

He was incredibly fast, and the trees and bushes along the way became blurry afterimages. Karen and Yuegui were lifted into the air and floated steadily in mid-air without being shaken at all.

After driving for an unknown amount of time, a small town finally came into view ahead.

The town is small but bustling. Neat houses line both sides of the street, and the market is teeming with people. The sounds of vendors calling out their wares and laughter fill the air, creating a vibrant and lively atmosphere.

The man in black robes, along with Karen and Yuegui, quietly landed on the edge of the town, avoiding the sight of the crowd, and then headed deeper into the town.

Deep in the town, there is an inconspicuous little tavern. The tavern's sign is a bit old, with the four characters "Qingfeng Tavern" written on it. Two red lanterns hang at the door. Although simple, they exude a sense of warmth.

The man in black robes led the two men into the Qingfeng Tavern.

The tavern was not crowded; only a few customers sat in a corner, drinking and chatting in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

The tavern owner, an elderly man with white hair, was sitting behind the counter wiping glasses. Seeing the man in black robes enter, he showed no surprise, simply nodding and asking gently, "The usual?"

"Yes, two superior guest rooms. Also, please take good care of these two for me." The man in black robes nodded, his tone indifferent, and pointed to Karen and Yuegui, who were being lifted into the air beside him.

"Don't worry, leave it to me." The white-haired old man smiled, nodded, and without asking any further questions, turned and walked towards the second floor of the tavern.

The man in black robes led Karen and Yue Gui, following behind the white-haired old man, up to the second floor, and arrived at the doors of two adjacent guest rooms.

An elderly man with white hair pushed open the door to one of the guest rooms and said gently, "Leave them here. I will bring them water and food regularly and will not let anyone disturb them."

The man in black nodded, raised his hand, and gently placed Karen and Yuegui on the bed in the guest room. He covered them with blankets and then set up an invisible barrier around the guest room to prevent anyone from disturbing them and to prevent them from being accidentally injured after waking up.

"Thank you." The man in black robes bowed slightly to the white-haired old man, his tone calm and without uttering any further words.

"No need to be so polite, there's no need for such formalities between us." The white-haired old man smiled, shook his head, turned and left the guest room, gently closing the door behind him.

The man in black robes stood at the door of the guest room, remained silent for a moment, then turned and went into the adjacent guest room, closed the door, and fell into silence.

Time, once again, flowed slowly by.

The Qingfeng Tavern maintained its leisurely and comfortable atmosphere, with guests coming and going, drinking and chatting. No one knew that in the guest rooms on the second floor, lay two powerful figures who had once shaken the world.

Following the instructions of the man in black robes, the white-haired old man delivered water and food to Karen and Yuegui every day, taking meticulous care of them without ever slacking off.

The man in black robes rarely went out. Most of the time, he stayed in his room, doing something unknown. Occasionally, he would step out of his room, stand on the second-floor corridor, look at the distant horizon, and fall into deep thought. His aura remained mysterious and eerie.

On this bright and sunny day, golden sunlight streamed through the window into Karen's room, falling warmly and dazzlingly on her face.

Karen, who was lying on the bed, suddenly twitched her eyelids slightly.

At first, there was only a slight tremor, but then the tremor became more and more obvious, and his brows furrowed slightly, as if he were having a nightmare, or as if he was trying to break free from the shackles of sleep.

After a long while, Karen suddenly opened her eyes!

His eyes were bloodshot, filled with confusion and wariness. His chest heaved violently. Then, he suddenly stood up, panting heavily, his forehead covered in a fine layer of cold sweat.

"Huff... huff..."

Karen took a while to catch his breath before gradually calming down. He looked around and found himself lying in an unfamiliar room.

The room wasn't big, but it was very clean. There was a bed, a table, two chairs, and the window was open. A gentle breeze blew in through the window, carrying a faint scent of wine and flowers, which was very pleasant.

The walls were ordinary wooden walls, an oil lamp hung from the ceiling, and on the table were a kettle and two teacups. Everything seemed so ordinary and so unfamiliar.

Karen frowned, her eyes filled with doubt, and a terrible thought rose in her mind.

"Could it be... that I've time-traveled again?"

The moment the thought crossed Karen's mind, she froze, her heart filled with panic and unease.

He finally realized that Yuki had deceived him. He could have returned to Earth, to his warm homeland, but now he had transmigrated again.

Can he go back? Will he be able to see his friends who care about him again? Will he be able to find the previous generation's heroes, Captain Yuegui and Sabella?

Countless questions flooded Karen's mind, making him anxious and restless.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down, threw off the covers, and slowly stood up.

He was still a little weak and a little sore. Obviously, his injuries had not fully healed, but he was much better than when he was unconscious.

Karen, holding onto the table, slowly walked to the window and looked out.

Outside the window was a bustling street lined with neat wooden houses. The style of the houses was simple and rustic, exactly the same as the architectural style he had seen in this world.

On the street, pedestrians came and went, dressed in all sorts of clothes. There were humans and some low-level demons. They walked side by side, chatting and laughing, and looked very harmonious.

In the distance, there was a small market, where the sounds of vendors hawking their wares, laughter, and conversation could be clearly heard, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere.

As Karen looked at everything before her, the panic and unease in her heart gradually subsided, and the doubt in her eyes also dissipated somewhat.

"It should still be in this world; there was no time travel."

He whispered, his tone tinged with relief and a hint of joy, "It seems someone saved me and brought me to this town's tavern."

But who saved him? What about Yue Gui? How is Yue Gui?

What about Yuki, Sabella, and Lia? How are they doing now? Are they alright?

Countless questions flooded Karen's mind again, making him eager to know the answers.

Without further hesitation, he turned and walked towards the guest room door, gently pushed it open, and stepped out of the room.

The second-floor corridor was very quiet, with wooden floors that creaked slightly underfoot. There were several guest rooms on both sides of the corridor, all with their doors tightly closed, so you couldn't hear anything coming from inside.

Karen walked slowly down the corridor toward the stairwell. He wanted to go downstairs, find the tavern owner, ask where he was, who had saved him, and find out where Yue Gui was.

He walked very lightly, trying not to make too much noise. The weakness in his body was still lingering, and each step required some effort.

Soon, Karen reached the corner of the stairs.

He was about to go downstairs when suddenly, a low murmur of conversation reached his ears from the lobby below the stairs.

One of the voices was very familiar to him; it was deep and hoarse, with a hint of coldness—it was Yue Gui's voice!

Karen froze, her steps halting instantly, her eyes filled with surprise and confusion.

Has Yuegui also woken up?

What is he doing here? And who is he talking to?

Karen suppressed her surprise and doubt, and quietly peeked out, looking towards the hall below the stairs.

Inside the hall, the sun shone brightly, and Yue Gui sat at a table in the corner. He had changed into clean black clothes, his face was rosy, and his breathing was steady. Clearly, his injuries had fully healed.

Opposite Yuegui sat a young man in a black robe.

The young man was dressed in a black robe, exactly the same as the black-robed man who had saved them before. However, he was not wearing a hood, revealing a young and handsome face.

The young man had black hair and deep, cold eyes. His aura was mysterious and powerful, carrying a hint of aloofness and indifference. When he spoke with Yue Gui, his tone was flat, revealing little emotion.

Karen looked at the young man in black robes, her eyes full of doubt.

Who is this person?

Was it the black-robed man who saved them? But the black-robed man who saved them before had an even more eerie aura, and he always wore a hood, so his face was not visible. The black-robed youth in front of them, although also wearing a black robe, looked younger, and his aura was slightly different.

Also, what are those two talking about? Why are they speaking so quietly?

Karen's doubts deepened. He wanted to hear more clearly, so he quietly moved forward, but accidentally knocked over a small pebble at the corner of the stairs.

"Clatter".

A small pebble fell to the floor, making a soft sound that was remarkably clear in the quiet hall.

The Guangdong native and the young man in black robes, who were talking, suddenly stopped and looked up at the corner of the stairs.

Karen froze, instinctively trying to hide, but it was too late.

When Yue Gui saw Karen, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. Then, a faint smile appeared on his lips, and he gently waved to him, his tone warm and friendly, breaking the previous coldness and aloofness.

"Karen, you're awake?"

Karen looked at Yue Gui, and the surprise in her heart instantly overwhelmed her doubts. Without further hesitation, she slowly walked down the stairs, asking Yue Gui with a puzzled expression as she went.

"Yuegui, I've finally found you! I'm so glad you're awake!"

"Where is this place? Who saved us?"

"And who is this? What were you talking about just now?"

"Also, how are Leah and the others? What about Sabella? How's Sunrise City?"

A series of questions came from Karen's mouth, his eyes filled with urgency and anticipation, eager to know the answers to everything.

Seeing Karen's anxious expression, Yue Gui's smile remained gentle, but he didn't answer his question immediately. Instead, he gently waved his hand, indicating that he should sit down first.

The black-robed youth opposite him also withdrew his gaze and looked back at Yue Gui. His eyes were completely calm, as if Karen's appearance had not affected him at all. His aura remained mysterious and indifferent.

Karen walked to the table, sat down slowly, her gaze still fixed on Yue Gui and the young man in black robes, her doubts undiminished as she awaited Yue Gui's answer.

He could sense that Yue Gui seemed to have something to say to him, and that the young man in black robes was no ordinary person either; their conversation must be hiding some secret.

And who exactly saved them? What is Yuki doing now? Is Sabella still alive?

Countless questions swirled in Karen's mind, making him increasingly anxious and eager for Yue Gui's answer.

Yue Gui took a deep breath, slowly raised his head, and looked at Karen. The smile on his lips gradually faded, and his eyes showed a hint of seriousness and a subtle complexity. He opened his mouth, as if preparing to answer all of Karen's questions.