However, Leo was lost in his own world.

"Lilith, please go out for now. Daddy wants to be alone and think for a while."

The strong effects of alcohol started to take hold, and Leo's gaze became unfocused.

Seeing this, Lilith pressed her lips tightly together, her eyes filled with sorrow and helplessness.

She knew her father was immersed in immense sadness, as though he had just experienced a heartbreak.

His long-awaited lover had returned, only to speak words that wounded him.

Even though he had his doubts, the alcohol temporarily clouded Leo's judgment and calm.

If he were clear-headed right now, he would surely notice the contradictions and flaws in Hathaway's words and actions.

But for now, he just wanted to numb himself with alcohol and temporarily escape this heartbreaking reality.

Host, please pull yourself together.

The system's voice echoed in Leo's mind.

Hearing the system's voice, Leo's hazy eyes flickered.

"System... I feel like life has lost its meaning..."

Ah, host, please wake up! Your wife's words are 100% lies!

Look back at the path you've walked. You can see the traces she left behind, her intentions are very clear—she's protecting this place, or more precisely, protecting you and Miss Lilith!

The system immediately revealed part of the truth, fearing that Leo might sink into despair.

Upon hearing this, Leo's unfocused gaze briefly sharpened.

The system continued to press its point.

Host, your wife... her identity and power far exceed your imagination.

Leo suddenly shook his head, trying to clear his mind.

He recalled all the small clues he had noticed earlier, as well as the system's current hints, and began to mutter to himself.

"She... is protecting me and Lilith from some extremely dangerous entities, using this cruel method to keep us safe?"

In that instant, Leo's mind seemed to snap back to life, and he immediately uncovered the core truth.

"So, that means... she's in grave danger right now?!"

Otherwise, why would she act so resolutely?

From the moment he first saw Hathaway, Leo had known she was still the same Hathaway he had always known—her essence hadn't changed.

Thus, the reason for her sudden departure years ago must have been due to some great upheaval.

Back then, he had been an ordinary man with little strength, and staying by her side would have done nothing but become her weakness.

Hathaway had no choice but to send them both to a relatively isolated realm while she faced the unknown storm alone.

Thinking of this, Leo's heart was flooded with immense shame.

How could he have doubted her? How could he have been drinking away his sorrow in this place?!

What an idiot he was!

Host, your reasoning is completely correct! But you need not worry too much. Your wife is far from ordinary.

Her background is indeed mysterious and powerful, but what truly deserves respect is the power she possesses herself.

Hearing the system's high praise of Hathaway, Leo was stunned.

If the system spoke of her in such reverent terms, Hathaway must truly be extraordinary.

"System, is Hathaway really that strong?"

Host, if you and your wife were to engage in a pure strength match at the same rank, you would understand.

She could easily overpower you with one hand.

"What?!"

Leo was completely stunned, and the effects of the alcohol were almost shaken off.

One hand to overpower him?!

That was a bit too outrageous!

The system had raised his rank far beyond that of others, even allowing him to fight above his rank.

Now the system was claiming that Hathaway at the same rank could overpower him with a single hand?

After a moment of silence, Leo's face instead showed a hint of relief and pride.

After all, she was his wife, the stronger, the better!

Now, the most pressing thing was to find her immediately. With his current abilities, what enemy was worth fearing?

Even if gods and demons stood in his way, he swore to crush them!

With this thought, the shadows in Leo's heart were swept away, and a burning light reignited in his eyes.

His form flickered, becoming a dazzling stream of light as he left New Dalton, heading toward the endless Starsea to pursue her.

At the Edge of the Alpha Starfield.

Hathaway's figure slowly materialized from the void.

At this moment, her delicate face was streaked with tears, sparkling in the light of the stars.

She turned to look toward Dalton, her gaze complex.

She wasn't sure whether to feel joy at Leo's newfound strength, or sorrow for the resolute words she had just spoken.

The joy came from seeing Leo grow stronger, even enveloped in a mysterious aura that even she couldn't fully comprehend.

But to her, that was still far from enough.

She had once felt the true terror lurking in the shadows of the universe.

She knew how dangerous the situation she was about to face was.

Having Leo and Lilith by her side was too risky.

Her original plan had been to clear all the obstacles alone and then reunite with them afterward.

Now, although some unforeseen changes had occurred, the general direction hadn't changed.

She believed that with her strength, she would be able to resolve everything!

What saddened her, however, were the words she had just spoken to Leo.

Even though there were reasons behind them, those words had cut him like a blade.

"Leo... forgive me."

Her voice was so soft, it felt as if it could be blown away by the starry winds.

"I will return to you and Lilith once I've cut off all the threats. I swear it."

At that moment, a faint tremor in space above caught her attention.

Her eyes instantly sharpened, piercing through layers of void barriers to look directly at the source of the disturbance.

A beautiful woman, dressed in a white star-patterned robe and barefoot, was slowly emerging from the distorted space.

Upon seeing her, Hathaway immediately furrowed her brows, a trace of seriousness flashing in her eyes.

She then melded into the surrounding starlight.

At the Boundary of a Desolate Secondary Realm.

"This... is the low-level realm?"

Isabella slowly opened her eyes, her gaze filled with undisguised disdain as she surveyed the environment with loose laws.

"Truly... a disappointing, barren place."

She shook her head, her tone full of contempt.

As the Saintess of the Sanctum of Light, she had never imagined that one day she would step into such a low-level world.

Now, her rank had been forcibly suppressed to the peak of the Authority rank by the realm's rules.

At the peak of the Authority rank, her power was theoretically enough to dominate in such a low-level realm.

Moreover, she had only suppressed her rank; her combat experience, understanding of the laws, and soul essence far surpassed any ordinary Authority rank.

Ding ding—!

Isabella took out a silver bell engraved with star patterns and lightly shook it.

The clear, melodious sound seemed to penetrate space.

Moments later, she sensed a guiding force from the void.

Her sharp gaze turned toward the Alpha Starfield, and a cold killing intent spread like a tangible force.

The purpose of her journey was clear—revenge!

"What are you doing here?"

At that moment, a voice, devoid of any emotion, suddenly rang out!

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