Chapter 110: The Forgotten Ones - It’s the Cyber Age—Still Playing a Traditional Villain?

### Chapter 110: The Forgotten Ones "Xiao Qin, after all these years, what have you been through?" In an underground cave within the Hua Jin Plains, Shen He gazed at the young girl in a black robe before him, his eyes filled with astonishment and excitement that refused to diminish. It was just like when he first saw that message. His sister had always been a source of worry for him. Not long after they had managed to escape together, she had gone missing during a conflict, leaving no trace behind. She was only twelve years old at the time. Throughout the years, Shen He never gave up searching for her. Unfortunately, his capabilities were limited, so his efforts yielded no results. Especially in his current state, Shen He couldn't help but feel guilt-ridden at the mere thought. He never imagined that his sister would reach out to him at this time. In fact, he was skeptical. A message from a game? It might well be the opening ploy of some scam. Yet, with nothing to lose, he followed the guide and arrived here. He finally believed it all to be real after confirming the girl's identity, his anxious heart finally at ease. After so long, his sister had grown into a beautiful young lady, her features delicate and exquisite. Her slender and tall figure was hidden beneath the wide cloak, an indescribable charm about her. But her face was somewhat pale, and she spoke with a breathless weakness, resembling a state of suboptimal health. It pained him to see her like this, eager to uncover what she had endured. "Brother, I've finally found you..." Ignoring the mess on him, Shen Qin threw herself into his arms, crying in excitement. After some time in his embrace, she began to recount her story. "So that's what happened?" Hearing his sister's tale, Shen He gradually understood everything. It was the first time he realized that beyond the Night Sin City, such a force existed. Clearly, his sister held a significant position among them—the two weren't alone in this cave; numerous other "Forgotten Ones" in black robes shared the space. They looked at her with reverence, all willing to follow her lead. "It's not a big deal," Shen Qin remarked, feeling somewhat embarrassed. "And what about you, brother? How have you been?" "I..." Shen He's words got stuck in his throat, the warmth of the moment turning cold instantly. Reuniting with his sister should have been a joyous occasion, but having just suffered a great defeat, all his accumulated efforts were for naught. Faced with such a stark contrast, he found it difficult to speak. "No matter what, I can accept who you are, brother." Smiling at him, Shen Qin reassured, "A brother is still a brother, no matter what changes." With his sister's reassurance, Shen He reluctantly shared the recent events with her, feeling as if he were undergoing public sentencing. "I can't believe such things happened." Shen Qin's expression turned icy upon hearing his story. "That Xu Shi is so abhorrent!" "Don't worry, brother. I will get you justice and revenge!" Her body shook slightly with anger. "Leader Shen, please don't act rashly." A towering figure in a black robe quickly warned, "We plan to return to the Night Sin City. Making enemies with any side over this issue would be unwise." As he spoke, he scrutinized Shen He with contempt. The others reacted similarly. Indeed, the foremost issue facing these "Forgotten Ones" was survival. The encroaching "Rust Mist" was worsening, making their original abode increasingly uninhabitable, forcing them to abandon it. Thus, they needed to convince the Night Sin City to take them back. At this critical juncture, confronting one of the Six Great Consortia leaders would be foolish. Shen He might be Shen Qin's brother, but what did that have to do with them? If he jeopardized their entire group, they couldn't accept it. Moreover, this Shen He—merely a small gang leader—dared to challenge an entity like the "Serpent Circle"? It wasn't just foolish; it was outright reckless. Additionally, "especially since, Leader Shen, you must consider Song Chen and Zhao Yuan. You can't let them seize the advantage!" The large black-robed man continued to advise, "Whatever happens, you must prioritize." "Is that so..." Hearing this, Shen Qin calmed down a bit. She understood the stakes involved. She had struggled within the "Forgotten Ones" over the years, rising from a helpless girl to one of their three leaders, holding her own against Song Chen and Zhao Yuan. Taking personal action was to secure more benefits for her faction at this pivotal time. Indeed, being cautious was necessary. But. "I don't need you teaching me what to do." In an instant, a glint of frost appeared in her eyes. Before anyone could react, she had the large black-robed man's throat in her grasp. "And that's not the expression you should have towards my brother." Through the years, she had minimal contact with the Night Sin City, as the "Forgotten Ones" had severed ties with them. But upon hearing such news upon her return, she found it intolerable! Who was bullied? Her brother—the one who had always cared for her! As a child, he always protected her. During the "Tianhe" collapse, while they depended on each other, it was Shen He who took care of her, giving her everything good to minimize her suffering. Even after all these years apart, this bond remained one of her driving forces. No one could criticize that! The large black-robed man struggled, powerless against her grip. The scene left everyone stunned, especially Shen He, who was astonished. He had known that Shen Qin became an "Ascender," but hadn't realized how powerful she had become. Her current skill far exceeded what her slightly sickly appearance suggested. "That's enough for now. I'll handle what needs to be done." Shen Qin didn't kill the large man, but after a brief punishment, she released him. Yet, the coldness in her eyes lingered. The negotiations to return to the Night Sin City were crucial. But those who hurt her brother would not be spared! (End of Chapter)