Chapter 350 The Villain Lady Arrives 179
Tariq's face turned even paler when he heard this. He knew that Alice's words made sense, but he couldn't convince himself to let go of this obsession. He closed his eyes, as if he was having a fierce struggle in his heart. Finally, he opened his eyes again, with more determination in his eyes: "Alice, you are right. But I have gone too far and can't turn back. I will use my own way to prove that my choice is not wrong."
Alice shook her head, a trace of disappointment and pain flashed in her eyes: "Tariq, you are wrong. The real proof is not through seizure and betrayal, but through redemption and growth. I hope you can find the light in your heart and become the upright and brave Tariq that I know."
At this moment, Bruno, who had been silent all the time, suddenly interrupted: "Alice, don't waste your breath. Tariq has made his choice, and we can't change it. Now, we should consider how to deal with the upcoming challenges."
Hearing this, Alice calmed down and refocused on the situation at hand. She knew that now was not the time to indulge in personal emotions, and she had to be responsible for the safety of everyone. She looked at Estella, and the two exchanged a firm look and then began to discuss countermeasures.
"We must leave here as soon as possible," Alice said. "The power of 'Tears of the Stars' is too strong and has attracted too many greedy eyes. We must find a safe place and make plans."
Estella nodded in agreement. "Also, we need to figure out who is behind all this. Who spread the news about the 'Tears of the Stars', and who manipulated Rek'Sai and the others to betray us."
Alice pondered for a moment and then made a decision: "We will split up. Estella, you take the Tears of the Stars and Leah and leave first, and find a secluded place to hide. Bruno, Tariq, and I will stay behind to deal with the pursuers and investigate the truth behind it."
Estella hesitated for a moment, but finally nodded: "Okay, but you must be careful. I will find a safe shelter as soon as possible and leave a mark so that you can find us."
In this way, the four of them quickly made a plan and acted separately. Alice, Bruno and Tariq stayed where they were, ready to face the upcoming challenge.
As time went by, the pursuers gradually approached, and the air was filled with tension and anxiety. Alice held the staff tightly in her hand, her eyes firm and cold. She knew that this battle was not only for her own survival, but also to prove that the real power and glory will always belong to those who stick to their beliefs and dare to take responsibility.
The battle soon broke out, Alice and Bruno fought side by side, using their respective skills and wisdom to repel the enemy's attacks again and again. Although Tariq was still struggling in his heart, he also showed his courage and strength at the critical moment, and fought against the foreign enemies together with Alice and others.
In this fierce battle, Alice gradually discovered that Tariq was not completely without reason and conscience. He secretly protected Alice many times during the battle, and even risked his life to divert the enemy's attention. These details made Alice see his inner struggle and contradiction, and also made her have a complicated feeling towards Tariq.
Finally, after a hard and arduous battle, they successfully repelled all the pursuers and temporarily gained safety. Alice looked at Tariq, who was covered in scars and exhausted, with anger and sympathy in her heart. She walked forward and stretched out her hand to help him, but he gently pushed her away.
"Alice, don't worry about me." Tariq's voice was hoarse and low. "I know I have committed an unforgivable crime, but I hope you can give me a chance to make up for my mistakes with my actions."
Alice looked into Tariq's eyes, which were once full of tenderness and determination, but were now filled with regret and determination. She was silent for a long time, and finally nodded: "Okay, Tariq. But you have to remember that true redemption is not to escape and evade responsibility, but to bravely face your mistakes and work hard to correct them."
Upon hearing this, Tariq trembled slightly, as if struck by an invisible force, and fell into an unprecedented tangle and struggle. He looked up at Alice, and her eyes full of understanding and expectation made him feel both warm and painful. The family's mission was like a heavy shackle that tightly bound his heart, and Alice's words were a ray of light that penetrated the darkness, making him want to break free, but unable to let go easily.
"Alice..." He murmured in a low voice, his voice full of bitterness and helplessness, "You understand me, right? This is not just my personal choice, it concerns my family, my honor, and even... our future." Tariq's eyes became complicated, with both determination and confusion, as if a silent debate was going on deep in his heart.
Alice sighed softly. She understood Tariq's difficulties and the burden on his shoulders. But she believed that true power and glory should not be based on sacrifice and betrayal. "Tariq, I understand your difficulties, but I hope you can understand that true glory is not obtained by taking other people's treasures, but by your courage, wisdom and integrity." She said gently and firmly, her eyes full of sincerity and encouragement.
Tariq lowered his head and clenched his hands into fists, his knuckles turning white from the force. He closed his eyes, and the stern faces of his family elders, the expectant eyes of his tribe members, and Alice's gentle smile flashed through his mind. These images intertwined, making him feel unprecedented pain and contradiction.
"I... I don't know what to do." He finally spoke, his voice choking with sobs. "I long to obtain the 'Tears of the Stars' and bring glory to my family, but I don't want to see you sad and betray the trust between us."
Alice walked forward and gently patted Tariq on the shoulder, giving him silent comfort. "Tariq, I believe that deep down you are still the upright and brave boy. It's just that you are now overwhelmed by too many responsibilities and expectations. Let's find a balance together so that you can complete your mission without harming innocent people and violating our principles."
Bruno also came over. Although he was not good at speaking, the firmness and support in his eyes could not be ignored. "Tariq, we are all your friends. No matter what decision you make, we will support you. But remember, true strength comes from inner purity and firmness, not external treasures."