"We have always known that our paths will eventually diverge," June said before heaving a sigh. "The only place where we can be truly together is the top."
Noah and June were in an isolated room inside the separate dimension. He had flown there and explained his plan to his lover, but her answer made him feel bitter.
Cultivators had long lives, and that gave them many chances to create deep relationships. However, their journeys forced them to remain alone. Their individualities weren't something that they could nurture with others.
Some called it a curse, but only those willing to give up on everything could hope to reach the higher ranks. There were very few cases in which couples managed to spend their lives together without neglecting their training.
Noah couldn't help but think about Dreaming Demon and Flying Demon. They were among the few exceptions in the world, but they had to survive through steep hindrances to reach their current situation.