Those Classmates who Suddenly Disappeared-Chapter 1767: Time to Prove

Ning Qi still remembers that scene: countless people struggling in the sea of fire, crying out, screaming hoarsely, cursing Ning Qi as a traitor. Some even covered in flames would rush forward seeking to perish together with Ning Qi.

Under the suppression of the X Legion, all those who dared to resist turned to ashes in the inferno, and this deep resentment was laid upon Ning Qi.

That experience remains vivid in Ning Qi’s memory: everyone’s desperate expressions, their cries, and those vengeful eyes.

Ning Qi watched all this, trying to appear detached, but inside she was trembling, her conscience subtly aching.

At this moment, the Dark Lord walked over, standing beside Ning Qi, both gazing at the fire engulfing lives.

"How does it feel to be a traitor?" The Dark Lord’s casual remark sent a shiver down Ning Qi’s spine.

The Dark Lord added, "Do you remember the first time we met? How you plotted against your companions step by step."

"What do you mean, saying that is who I am, so my betrayal didn’t surprise you?" Ning Qi frowned, seemingly displeased with the Dark Lord’s assessment of her.

"Betraying your comrades at Yuxueyun Mountain, betraying the Shennv Xuanhui now, what about the future?" The Dark Lord turned, smiling meaningfully, continuing, "I wonder if you’ll betray the X Legion later on."

Ning Qi’s expression changed slightly, but she quickly regained her composure, even flashing a slight smile at the Dark Lord: "So you’re suspicious of me? If you don’t trust me, you might as well kill me now."

The Dark Lord shook his head: "How could I bear to kill my capable assistant? You still have many tasks to accomplish for me, I need you."

"Aren’t you concerned that I might stab you in the back at a critical moment?" Ning Qi looked seriously at the Dark Lord, with a hint of provocation in her gaze.

Amidst the fire, struggles continued, and curses wishing Ning Qi ill still echoed.

Ao Sai, ruthless as ever, ordered the X Legion to force those who dared resist into the flames, showing them their fate.

But the Dark Lord seemed indifferent to Ao Sai’s actions, focusing instead on Ning Qi.

"If one day you do betray me, betray the X Legion, I will make you pay. But I trust you won’t do that; you’ll always stand with the stronger side, always planning for yourself." After saying this, the Dark Lord displayed a disdainful expression, as if he had seen through Ning Qi.

Ning Qi felt uneasy inside, wanting to argue but finding no words.

"Feeling defiant? Will Ning Qi someday make a grand gesture for justice? I’m rather looking forward to seeing an unexpected side of Ning Qi." The Dark Lord crossed his arms, smiled lightly, his expression somewhat solemn, as if he wasn’t joking.

Ning Qi felt impulsive but restrained herself, bowing her head with a wry smile, knowing deep down what kind of person she was.

"Why aren’t you speaking, not refuting me?" The Dark Lord’s tone held some disappointment, then shook his head, saying: "From now on, everyone will see you, Ning Qi, as cowardly, as one who sells friends for glory, selfish and opportunistic. I’ll give you status, but can’t change how everyone perceives you."

Ning Qi steadied her mind and put on a seemingly unconcerned look: "It doesn’t matter, I don’t care what I’m like in others’ minds, besides, you are no better in others’ eyes."

To this, the Dark Lord shook his head: "I’m different from you; I stand at the summit, others can only gaze up and fear. As for you..." The Dark Lord did not continue, because the words afterward were unsavory, but Ning Qi understood the implication.

Ning Qi felt discontent, not caring about the consequences, showing some toughness: "Thanks for pointing this out, but I must remind you, I’m here because of you, and you bear a certain responsibility."

"True, I’ve indeed influenced you, so I’ll give you an opportunity later, a chance to prove me wrong, to prove everyone’s impression of you wrong." Finishing this, the Dark Lord smiled knowingly, then turned and left.

"An opportunity, what kind of opportunity?" Ning Qi asked after the Dark Lord’s departing figure.

"When the time comes, you’ll know when you see me." The Dark Lord did not turn back, only waved his hand, continuing forward.

At that time, Ning Qi remained perplexed, wondering when the Dark Lord would offer an opportunity.

As time passed, Ning Qi gradually forgot the Dark Lord’s words, not giving thought to opportunities.

Now Ning Qi suddenly awoke, as Gu Fan traveled across time to initiate a world-saving battle—wasn’t this Ning Qi’s chance?

"No way!" Ning Qi felt stirred, slapping the table, almost startling those around her.

Ning Qi’s mind was filled with the concept of opportunity, weighing whether to help Gu Fan, considering how to prove she wasn’t the person everyone thought.

But the problem was, Ning Qi truly was selfish, truly feared death, truly wasn’t that great, lacking courage to oppose Ao Sai and the Dark Lord.

On the screen, Gu Fan and Ouyang Jin were fighting tirelessly, even trapped amidst crowds, yet undeterred, relentlessly advancing.

In the command center, someone couldn’t sit any longer, stood with indignation, looking solemnly at Ning Qi, eyes showing disdain and disgust.

At this, Ning Qi was indifferent: "Everyone knows what kind of person I am, how could you all be so foolish, pinning hopes on me."

Upon hearing this, everyone felt their hearts sink, sensing all hopes dashed.

Suddenly, someone still refused to give up, bravely stepping forward and said: "But there’s someone more foolish than us, and that’s Gu Fan, who seems to believe more than anyone that you can do the right thing."

Ning Qi’s body stiffened, then stared dazedly at the screen, at the fighting figure.

After a long while, Ning Qi picked up the microphone and asked: "Gu Fan, answer me one question; I’ve never done anything good, you know what kind of person I am, why do you believe in me?"

When hearing Ning Qi’s voice, Gu Fan couldn’t help but laugh loudly: "Ning Qi, you also answer me one question, did you join the X Legion just for yourself? When you find your answer, you’ll know why I’m willing to believe in you."

Ning Qi was stunned for a moment, then thought of something, couldn’t help but shake her head and smile wryly: "Damn you, Gu Fan, I shouldn’t have talked with you on Demon Refinement Island."

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