[Fantasy] The Great Sage's Joyful Heaven (Complete) - 30

Chapter 300 A Sweet Kiss
: 10-21 10:19:28 Word Count: 3035

The Purple Gold Ornament Auction is in two days.
Li Fengxiao, dressed in a white dress, sat on the high wall of the inner courtyard, gazing intently at the verdant grassland and the faint dawn breaking over the distant mountains. The golden morning light shone on her beautiful face, adding to her unparalleled charm and tranquility.
Li Fengxiao loved sitting on high places in the early morning, looking out over the distance. The Tai Xuan Manor in the early morning was as beautiful as a sweet dream, far more beautiful than the scenery at home.
Although she had only been here for two days, she had already fallen deeply in love with this place. The scenery here was beautiful, the air was fresh, and there were so many lovely sisters. Most importantly, she could see him every day, see her brother. She already called him that in her heart, but she didn't have the courage to say it aloud.
Li Fengxiao was skilled in martial arts. Ever since she understood matters of the heart, she had hoped to find a man who understood her, someone she could respect and admire.
But such a man was truly hard to find. She always encountered aristocratic youths, either arrogant or morally corrupt—none of them could catch her eye. Until Yan Nange appeared. From
the first moment she saw him, she was already somewhat attracted to him, not because of his handsome, otherworldly appearance, but because of the confidence in his radiant smile and the domineering aura he exuded. After he revealed his blindfolded archery skills, she was completely smitten, or rather, in love with him. Because Yan Nange
was exactly the man she had been searching for, even a thousand times better than her ideal. He not only commanded her respect and admiration, but was also incredibly considerate, understanding women's feelings. He was also multi-talented, erudite, and spoke with refined elegance and humility. Although she wasn't particularly concerned with appearances, his tall, handsome, and slightly sinister good looks still made her heart flutter.
He was truly the most precious treasure bestowed upon her by heaven; she was destined to marry him. She believed this, and she knew her brother loved her—she could tell from his eyes. Thinking of this, Li Fengxiao's face flushed crimson, becoming even more radiant and captivating.
Her brother had returned very late last night, and she had been worried constantly. Although she knew he was very capable, she was still worried—this must be love, missing him and worrying about him. She only fell asleep with a smile after he returned, but woke up early again, hoping to see him. Today, she wanted to call him "brother," and... she wanted to hug him, kiss him...
Li Fengxiao felt even frightened by her own thoughts, but she still decided to do it. Since she had already decided to follow him, there was no need to pretend to be reserved anymore; happiness was more important. She secretly encouraged herself, a soft glow spreading across her pretty face.
"Xiao'er, isn't the morning scenery beautiful?" A warm, magnetic voice spoke slowly, like a gentle breeze, neither abrupt nor startling.
A coat was draped over her, warm and with a fragrance that intoxicated her. Her heart instantly softened like water, sweetness filling her entire being. He was so wonderful.
"Xiao'er, remember to wear an extra layer when you come out to watch the sunrise again, you'll easily catch a cold," Yan Nange said gently, sitting down beside her and gazing at the beautiful scenery in the distance.
"Mmm... Brother..." Li Fengxiao whispered, lowering her head shyly.
Hearing Li Fengxiao's "Brother" and her shy, charming appearance, Yan Nange naturally understood her thoughts.
Suddenly, Yan Nange swept Li Fengxiao up to his lap and held her in his arms. Li Fengxiao gasped in surprise, then closed her eyes, burying her burning cheeks in Yan Nange's chest, refusing to show them.
Her brother was too bold. Although she liked this feeling, it was too embarrassing. She rarely even smiled at men, let alone been held so intimately in a man's arms. Li Fengxiao gripped Yan Nange's clothes tightly, her body burning hot and trembling violently. It was clear how excited she was.
Yan Nange smiled as he looked at the shy beauty in his arms. Her body was burning hot, a sensation he could feel clearly; she was trembling from being held. He couldn't believe she was so shy, and he chuckled inwardly.
Yan Nange gently took Li Fengxiao's soft, rosy hand in his, tenderly rubbing it to help her adjust to the touch. Her body trembled even more violently at first, then slowly calmed down, though her temperature rose even higher, her complexion becoming even more radiant and captivating.
"Xiao'er, look, the sun is out. It's beautiful," Yan Nange said softly.
After a long while, Li Fengxiao finally revealed her rosy face, glancing shyly at Yan Nange before looking at the rising sun on the horizon. It was truly breathtaking. Under the fiery sun, Tai Xuan Manor was as beautiful as a legendary fairyland. The river winding its way through the distance shimmered with dazzling light, a breathtaking sight.
"So beautiful!" Li Fengxiao murmured dreamily, gazing into the distance.
"Xiao'er, you are even more beautiful," Yan Nange whispered in her ear.
Li Fengxiao felt weak all over from Yan Nange's warm breath on her ear, her heart pounding wildly. She turned her head and saw Yan Nange's deep, affectionate gaze. His eyes held tenderness, love, admiration, and so many other emotions; they were so deep and bright that she couldn't help but be drawn into them. She saw his face getting closer and closer, and then, shyly and happily, she closed her beautiful eyes.
Yan Nange's lips kissed her delicate, diamond-shaped lips. She trembled slightly, even her eyelashes fluttered. She looked incredibly charming at that moment, and Yan Nange couldn't help but savor them. Her sensitivity, her sweetness, her tenderness, her shyness all stirred his tenderness and an even greater impulse.
Li Fengxiao could no longer resist and wrapped her arms around Yan Nange's neck, reacting wildly and demanding more. The tears that welled up with excitement were licked away by Yan Nange's kisses, the tingling sensation making her tremble violently, her passion rising ever higher.
At this moment, her heart was filled with happiness and joy.
In the beautiful morning, on the high wall, Li Fengxiao gave Yan Nange her first kiss. Even many years later, thinking of this moment, her face would still flush with shyness and happiness.
There were many things to do these past two days, so after breakfast and a farewell kiss to the group of beauties, Yan Nange rushed off to Black Dragon City. Long after his figure disappeared from sight, the beauties reluctantly withdrew their gazes and went off in twos and threes to do various things.
Li Fengxiao, along with Meng'er, Yin'er, and several beautiful maids, went to the nursery; she had already become very close to them.

Chapter 301 Facing the Enemy
: 10-21 10:19:29 Word Count: 3034

Yan Nange went to the last of the four great inns in Black Dragon City today—the "Joyful Inn."
He went to the Joyful Inn because he wanted to invite two of the four great talented women—"Dreamy Dream" Qin Shuangwu and "Iron Horse and Golden Spear" Si Mianmian.
Although "A Thousand Miles of Bright Moon" Hua Xiaoxiao's outward beauty disappointed Yan Nange, inviting the other three was enough. With three famous zithers, three of the four great talented women, and the help of his own beauties, this purple-gold jewelry auction could be considered an unprecedented grand occasion.
How famous was Yan Nange now? Yan Nange himself didn't know. But he heard everyone talking about him on the streets.
Yan Nange heard that his name had spread throughout both continents, and that renowned intelligence agencies were now monitoring his situation. It was rumored that the Aotian Kingdom and the Baili family had issued underworld bounties: 500,000 taels of silver for killing Yan Nange, and 100,000 taels for obtaining any one of his limbs or facial features.
Yan Nange couldn't help but chuckle inwardly; they really underestimated him. However, if they could really get the news so quickly, then their intelligence transmission was incredibly swift.
Yesterday, Yan Nange learned that the general he had met several times was actually Sima Feiyun, the younger brother of Brother Sima. He was actually the commander-in-chief of the Black Dragon City garrison, but he rarely appeared in public, so he remained unknown. Because his subordinates handled training, and with several major events taking place in Black Dragon City recently, he personally led his soldiers on daily patrols to handle any emergencies promptly.
Knowing that Sima Feiyun was not an outsider, Yan Nange addressed him as Second Brother Sima, and Sima Feiyun called him Brother Yan. The two got along very well and agreed to drink together sometime.
Sima Feiyun wanted to send a troop of elite soldiers to protect Yan Nange, but Yan Nange felt it was inconvenient and politely declined. Therefore, Sima Feiyun gave Yan Nange a military tally, instructing him that if anything happened, he could simply send someone with the tally to any soldier or officer in the city or on the streets, and mentioning Yan Nange's name would bring immediate assistance.
Yan Nange thanked him, and the two parted ways. At this moment, the military tally was still in Yan Nange's arms.
Yan Nange thought, surely no one would be foolish enough to assassinate him? Unless the assassin hadn't even investigated the situation, they wouldn't act rashly. But perhaps there were reckless individuals.
Just then, Yan Nange suddenly sensed murderous intent nearby. Focusing his gaze, he saw over twenty highly skilled martial artists in front of him, behind him, and on nearby rooftops. Their attire and martial arts varied, but their palpable killing intent was directed at him. These twenty men were no match for him, but they all carried hidden weapons, easily injuring innocent bystanders.
Yan Nange was furious. Someone dared to assassinate him on this bustling street! His anger wasn't because they wanted to kill him, but because they disregarded the lives of innocent civilians.
Yan Nange decided to capture a few alive this time, to see who had ordered them to do this; the mastermind deserved to die.
Yan Nange knew there was a wide plaza not far ahead, so he went there, intending to have everyone watch from a distance. He planned to utterly defeat them before their eyes, sending a warning to those seeking death that he, Yan Nange, was not someone they could kill.
Yan Nange continued walking at a leisurely pace, his figure weaving through the crowd, making it impossible for them to spot him. They followed him. Yan Nange then realized there were more than just the twenty-odd people; dozens more were in the plaza ahead, all disguised under different identities. It seemed they also intended to kill him there, as he had nowhere to hide. This suited Yan Nange's wishes perfectly; he no longer needed to deliberately lure them.
Yan Nange slowly approached the center of the plaza, and the people began to close in. Although there were many people in the plaza, they were all pushed to the outside of the encirclement, which was about fifty meters wide. Yan Nange knew it was time. Suddenly,
Yan Nange let out a long howl, a deafening roar that made everyone in the plaza's ears ring. Yan Nange used the Buddhist martial art "Lion's Roar," primarily targeting the hundred or so people surrounding him. Those with weaker skills were instantly knocked unconscious, while even the stronger ones turned pale.
If Yan Nange had continued shouting for a while longer, he probably wouldn't have needed to fight; these assassins would have been killed by the shockwave. However, Yan Nange didn't want them to die. He wanted a deterrent effect, to make those who dared to attack him think twice before making that decision.
"Friends from Black Dragon City and beyond, Yan Nange has killed those who deserved to die and injured those who deserved to be injured. I have killed and injured people, and I am not afraid of retaliation. But today, so many people have come to kill me in such a crowded place, disregarding your lives. I will make them know the consequences of their actions. Please stand at least 100 meters away." Yan Nange's voice was still booming like a lion's roar, and everyone in Black Dragon City and even outside the city heard it. Everyone who heard Yan Nange's words was filled with righteous indignation, cursing these assassins as inhuman, while also praising Yan Nange as a true hero.
Nearby soldiers frantically ran towards the square, and Sima Feiyun simply used his superb lightness skill to rush towards the square; he was also a top-notch expert.
Wan Renwang, Qian Shanxun, and Shi Yanshu also rushed towards the square.
Many, many people rushed towards the square; some were there to lend their support, some wanted to witness Yan Nange's skills,
and many more were concerned for Yan Nange's safety.
Ouyang Lanye and Zhang Xiaotian both heard Yan Nange's voice, but they didn't move because they believed Yan Nange could handle it. They had complete confidence in Yan Nange.
Everyone retreated, leaving only the assassins surrounding Yan Nange. Their faces were pale because Yan Nange's "Lion's Roar" was mainly aimed at them.
"Look at you people, where are you like martial arts masters, where are you like assassins? I, Bai, only said a few loud words, and you're all scared pale, some even fainted. I really doubt the judgment of the bastard who hired you. People like you aren't even qualified to guard a house. Alas, how pathetic." Yan Nange continued with his "Lion's Roar," wanting the whole city to hear his words.
Many people who heard Yan Nange's words, even if they hadn't seen him, laughed, thinking that Yan Nange's mouth was quite sharp, making the assassins seem worthless. But perhaps only he would dare to speak to assassins like that.
Those knowledgeable in martial arts were all awestruck by Yan Nange, praising his incredible skill. They remarked on the sheer power of his shout, noting how it had knocked the assassins unconscious – a testament to his profound skill. They all felt Yan Nange was unfathomable.

(Chapter 302 Establishing Authority
: 10-21 10:19:29, 3055 words)

The assassins finally launched a frenzied attack on Yan Nange the moment he paused. They knew that if they didn't attack soon, Yan Nange would overwhelm them, causing them to cough up blood. Fear gripped them, but their only hope was to kill him and escape.
They first hurled hidden weapons at him, countless blue, poisoned darts flying towards him, drawing gasps from the onlookers.
In truth, Yan Nange had deliberately provoked them to attack; how could he demonstrate his power or subdue the restless assassins without doing so?
"Hahaha!" Yan Nange laughed loudly, his body spinning like a top, instantly creating a fierce whirlwind. None of the hidden weapons penetrated it; they all spun with the whirlwind. The number of hidden weapons increased, the whirlwind grew stronger and larger, and countless hidden weapons swirled three meters above the ground. The blue light of the weapons themselves and the reflected white light shone brilliantly and dazzlingly as they spun, a sight of unparalleled beauty.
The onlookers stared wide-eyed at the spectacle in the air amidst the howling wind, forgetting that it was assassins killing people. Even the assassins, when their hands were empty, stared in astonishment at what they had just witnessed. Was he even human? That was their only thought.
"A mere trick, yet you dare to show off!" With a loud shout from Yan Nange, the whirlwind suddenly stopped, and the hidden weapons suddenly shot out in all directions, not towards the assassins, but towards a large, scenic rock outside their encirclement. Countless hidden weapons embedded themselves deeply in the rock, forming four powerful, flowing characters: "Those who kill recklessly will be punished."
The square was growing increasingly crowded, yet it remained eerily silent until, after a moment, a deafening roar of cheers erupted.
The assassins were now terrified. Firstly, Yan Nange's martial arts were too formidable; they knew they were no match for him. Secondly, they saw countless soldiers surrounding them, making escape nearly impossible.
Frightened, the assassins suddenly scattered, attempting to flee using their lightness skills.
But Yan Nange wouldn't allow them to escape, to come and go as they pleased. They thought he was watching a show.
"If you want to leave, you'll have to give me permission first!" Yan Nange roared, this time using all his strength.
The assassins were all jolted by Yan Nange's shout, their heads feeling as if struck by a club. Their inner energy became stagnant, and they bounced up only to fall back down.
Yan Nange let out a long howl, whirling around like a whirlwind. When he returned to his original position, the hundred-odd assassins were frozen in place, standing or sitting in various poses, their expressions all different. They had all been immobilized by Yan Nange's pressure points.
"Thank you all for standing up for Yan Nange. I'm sorry to have disturbed you all today. Once we find out who the mastermind is, we'll make him pay for everyone's shock. We'll eat and drink to our hearts' content and make him pay for what happened today. If anyone else dares to do the same, I'll make them bring out all their wealth to drink with everyone, so they won't have a chance to regret it."
Yan Nange smiled, clasped his hands in a fist salute to the onlookers, and said loudly with a big laugh. These words were heard throughout the city. This was exactly the effect Yan Nange wanted. Anyone who wanted to kill him should be prepared.
Everyone laughed, except for those with ulterior motives, whose faces were extremely ugly.
At this moment, Sima Feiyun, seeing that Yan Nange had finished his performance, led his soldiers to arrest all the assassins and take them back for interrogation.
Wan Renwang, Qian Shanxun, and Shi Yanshu exchanged glances, both seeing shock and relief in each other's eyes.
Yes, they had initially thought yesterday's performance showcased his full strength, but today it seemed Yan Nange hadn't even used his full power. Many of these assassins were no weaker than Baili Xian, and some were even much stronger, yet he had dealt with over a hundred of them with a mere flick of his wrist. They truly didn't know the extent of Yan Nange's power.
They were relieved that Yan Nange had become their friend, and they believed they would remain friends, not enemies. This was the most fortunate thing. Baili Xian's death was not unjust, for he truly lacked the right perspective.
The onlookers flocked to the boulder to see the four large characters, expressing their praise and admiration.
Countless women and men surrounded Yan Nange, wanting to get a closer look at him, and even better, to touch him. However, soldiers formed a circle around them, preventing them from squeezing in. They all shouted Yan Nange's name, many shedding tears.
At this moment, Yan Nange was more loved and admired than the three famous zither players and the four talented women. He had become the prince charming and object of worship for countless people.
"Brother, I never imagined your martial arts were so incredibly high. Coupled with your wisdom, I can only describe you with four words: unfathomable." Sima Feiyun said as he and Yan Nange walked under the protection of the soldiers.
"Second brother, you flatter me. I was just scare people. Second brother, I'll send some silver fish and fruit to my elder brother in a few days. Give me your address, and I'll have someone send you some too." Yan Nange said with a smile.
"That's wonderful! I ate silver fish last time, and I still miss it terribly." Sima Feiyun was also a lover of food, and he was overjoyed to hear Yan Nange say that. This pleased him even more than a promotion or wealth; his greatest hobby was eating.
The two chatted and laughed all the way to the Joyful Inn, where they parted ways to attend to their own affairs.
A waiter rushed out from afar, cheerfully welcoming Yan Nange into the inn, and the innkeeper also quickly bowed and greeted him. Knowing that Yan Nange was looking for the two talented women, "Dreamy Dream" Qin Shuangwu and "Iron Horse and Golden Spear" Si Mianmian, the innkeeper immediately had a waiter take Yan Nange there.
The innkeeper felt it was an honor for the inn to have Yan Nange arrive. The owner had said the same thing, having been hoping for this moment; he hadn't expected him to actually come. "This is a hero indeed," the innkeeper murmured, "judging from his imposing presence just now...
" Qin Shuangwu's identity was very noble; she was the adopted daughter of the Emperor of the Great Qin Kingdom in the Lost Continent.
Yan Nange had heard from Han Yan that Qin Shuangwu's background was very mysterious, with many different versions of the story.
One version of the story says that when the Emperor of the Great Qin was still the Crown Prince, he fell in love with a commoner and conceived a child. However, due to the strict rules of the Great Qin royal family, he could not marry a commoner. Therefore, he had to raise the mother and daughter among the commoners. Later, the commoner passed away, and the Emperor of the Great Qin ascended the throne. Only then did he bring Qin Shuangwu from outside the palace and bestow upon her the title of Princess Mingzhu. It is said that the title Mingzhu is the name of the commoner whom the Emperor of the Great Qin loved , who was Qin Shuangwu's mother.

(Chapter 303 Dream Dance
: 10-21 10:19:30, Words: 3163)

Another version says that she was a daughter born of Heaven. What does it mean to be a daughter born of Heaven? It means that she had no parents. A thousand-year-old tree in the Great Qin royal palace suddenly bloomed with strange and beautiful flowers that lasted for a hundred days. After the flowers withered, a huge, radiant fruit suddenly grew on the tree trunk. The Emperor of Qin was greatly astonished. He inquired of his officials, but none knew anything. However, a beautiful woman appeared to him in a dream that night, saying that the fruit contained a celestial maiden descended to earth, facing a calamity.
This calamity would befall the Qin Kingdom, and the celestial maiden would use her own body to avert it, bringing peace and good fortune to the Qin Kingdom. The next day, the fruit indeed bloomed, revealing a remarkably beautiful infant girl inside. Her skin was like jade, her face like a dream, and she wore a five-colored robe, already appearing to be three years old. The Emperor of Qin, seeing her skin as white as snow and her clothing resembling the legendary Rainbow Dance dress, named her Qin Shuangwu and bestowed upon her the title of Princess Mingzhu. This meant he would cherish her as the apple of his eye, and also that she was the pearl of the Qin Kingdom.
There are many other versions of the story, strange and varied, with no consensus. However, one version of events is universally accepted: Qin Shuangwu was exceptionally intelligent from a young age. At three, she was already hailed as a "child prodigy" on the Reincarnation Continent; by five, her pipa playing was unparalleled; and as she grew older
, she mastered countless skills. People privately called her a goddess, but because the title "goddess" was somewhat taboo, her reputation as "Misty Dream," earned through her pipa playing, was known throughout the land. She was a mysterious, legendary woman, a woman comparable to Yan Nange. Therefore, Yan Nange was very curious about her—what kind of woman was Qin Shuangwu?
Soon, Yan Nange would find out. He had arrived at her residence, and behind the beaded curtain was a beautiful white figure—"Misty Dream," Qin Shuangwu!
"Young Master Yan, since you have arrived at Shuangwu's door, why hesitate?"
A deep, gentle voice drifted from behind the beaded curtain, giving Yan Nange a strange feeling. Yan Nange didn't understand why he had this feeling.
"Qin, the talented lady, is indeed quick-witted and insightful. Even Yan Nange's subtle movements couldn't escape her discerning eyes."
Yan Nange smiled and lifted the curtain to enter. Inside was an elegant room, filled with a faint, pleasant fragrance.
Suddenly, Yan Nange realized what was strange about it. The fragrance was familiar; it had been faint before, but now it was clear, just like the scent emanating from Lian Ruxian and Yu Hun of Kaitian Ancient Castle.
Moreover, Qin Shuangwu's voice sounded remarkably like someone else—Lian Ruxian of Kaitian Ancient Castle.
This was truly bizarre and unsettling. Could she be Lian Ruxian?
Yan Nange wondered, gazing at the white-clad woman reclining on the fragrant couch, her
face veiled. Qin Shuangwu did indeed resemble Lian Ruxian. While her face was difficult to see clearly, Yan Nange, with his sharp eyesight, could discern some resemblance. Most importantly, their eyes were identical.
Their eyes gave Yan Nange a strange feeling, but he couldn't figure out why. This made Yan Nange even more curious about the woman before him. Was she really Lian Ruxian?
Thinking of Lian Ruxian naturally brought to mind their unpleasant encounter.
Yan Nange had only seen Lian Ruxian once before; back then, she too lay reclining on a fragrant couch, her face veiled, revealing delicate, snow-white hands and feet that evoked immediate pity.
But now, Qin Shuangwu held an ancient book, unlike Lian Ruxian who hadn't.
Perhaps Qin Shuangwu wasn't Lian Ruxian, because her gaze was serene and tranquil, like a clear spring, bringing a sense of peace to those who saw her.
Lian Ruxian's eyes, however, were dazzlingly beautiful, or heartbreakingly sorrowful, never before so serene.
Indeed, Qin Shuangwu and Lian Ruxian possessed different temperaments; they were likely not the same person. There must be some connection between them, though Yan Nange still didn't know. He believed that there were few coincidences in the world, and even if there were, there must be a necessary connection behind them.
The eeriness of that night at Kaitian Castle still sent chills down Yan Nange's spine. He kept wondering what secret the castle held, what the relationship between Lian Ruxian and his master was, and why his master was always so mysterious, as was Lian Ruxian. He hadn't figured it all out, or perhaps he simply couldn't understand it with imagination.
Now, there were two more women who shared the same aura as his master, Lian Ruxian, and the mysterious blue tree of Kaitian Castle—one who looked terrifyingly similar to Xiangxiang, and the other who resembled Lian Ruxian strikingly. This was becoming increasingly bizarre and strange. What kind of connection existed between these people? Yan Nange desperately wanted to know. He was completely captivated.
"Why is Young Master Yan so lost in thought, his expression constantly shifting? Has Shuangwu reminded you of something?" Qin Shuangwu put down her book, a faint, charming smile on her face, and spoke softly.
Although she still addressed Yan Nange as "Young Master Yan," Yan Nange didn't feel any awkwardness between them. On the contrary, he felt a sense of intimacy from Qin Shuangwu's words, as if they were old friends, never strangers. This feeling was comfortable, making Yan Nange feel serene and warm.
Perhaps this was fate.
"Yes, the talented woman reminds Yan Nange of a young lady. I've only met her once, yet I was deeply moved by her beauty. The talented woman and that young lady are very similar—their eyes, their voices, and that faint fragrance," Yan Nange said with a smile.
"Seeing Young Master Yan's burning gaze, as if he can see through Shuangwu's veil, does Young Master Yan think Shuangwu resembles that young lady?" Qin Shuangwu continued to smile charmingly, her expression serene and content.
“I haven’t seen that girl’s true face either, but I vaguely feel that your faces are very similar.” Yan Nange didn’t hide his exceptional eyesight, because he felt that lies would be utterly vulnerable in front of such a wise woman.
“Young Master Yan must really want to see that girl’s true face, right?” Qin Shuangwu stared into Yan Nange’s eyes, making him feel, unusually, that his thoughts and feelings were completely exposed to her. It was as if he had been stripped naked, making him feel somewhat awkward.
“This… I have indeed thought about it.” Yan Nange suddenly recalled the dream of conversion, that terrifying face, that mysterious white figure. Even now, thinking about it still sent chills down Yan Nange’s spine.
“Why is Young Master Yan’s gaze so strange? You seem very frightened. Could it be that you’ve thought of something terrifying? Something that could frighten Young Master Yan like this must be extraordinary.” Qin Shuangwu smiled, her eyes fixed deeply on Yan Nange’s eyes.
Yan Nange felt somewhat embarrassed, because Qin Shuangwu was truly insightful, seeing through all his secrets. Yan Nange found her somewhat frightening and wanted to resist, but upon seeing her incredibly clear eyes, he unconditionally submitted—eyes that could calm a person and make them want to confide in her.

(Chapter 304
: Frightening, 10-21 10:19:31, 3217 words)

"..." Yan Nange didn't know how to answer her, so he remained silent.
"It seems there's a story between Young Master Yan and that young lady. Young Master Yan, do you think my face looks the same as hers? Am I as beautiful as her?" Qin Shuangwu said, slowly lifting her veil, her beautiful eyes fixed on Yan Nange's.
"Ah!" Yan Nange couldn't help but cry out in surprise, for he saw a scene he would never forget.
Beneath the veil should have been a face of unparalleled beauty, and Yan Nange had been staring intently, but the moment the veil fell, he couldn't help but scream.
This face was the very face Yan Nange had dreamt of that night in the Kaitian Ancient Castle. The sight was even more horrifying than that night, and he felt a chill run down his spine. Even the Fang King hadn't frightened him this much. The face before him was simply too bizarre and terrifying.
Beneath the veil wasn't a stunning beauty, not even a woman's face; it was the face of a strange old man. Yet, on this weathered, wrinkled face lay a small, cherry-like mouth, the kind only a young girl would have, and a gentle smile graced that small mouth.
On its own, the smile was incredibly beautiful, but paired with such a face, Yan Nange's hair stood on end. If he suddenly encountered someone like this, Yan Nange's first reaction would undoubtedly be to strike them down.
But now, Yan Nange could only take deep breaths, gather all his inner strength, and silently recite the Free and Unfettered Heart Sutra to calm himself down. He silently told himself not to judge a book by its cover.
Qin Shuangwu smiled slightly at Yan Nange's expression, seemingly unconcerned. She put her veil back on, and the part of her face that was revealed still appeared to be a stunningly beautiful woman.
"You are Lian Ruxian." This was what Yan Nange most wanted to know. Yan Nange had calmed down, not because his cultivation technique had worked, but mainly because Qin Shuangwu had put on her veil.
"It seems the young lady you know, Young Master Yan, is named Lian Ruxian. A very beautiful name. She probably doesn't have a face like mine." Qin Shuangwu remained calm, as if it were none of her business, and she didn't care at all about her ugly and terrifying appearance.
Yan Nange truly admired Qin Shuangwu, or rather, Lian Ruxian. With such a terrifying face, she could act as if nothing was wrong. What was most impressive was her calm demeanor. He truly didn't know how she could do it. Yan Nange believed he himself would find it difficult to do so.
Even a man would find it hard to face such a face with equanimity, yet she, a woman, could. This was truly admirable. After all, almost every woman cared most about her face.
“I don’t know if she looks exactly like you, but I know you are exactly the same as the woman I saw in my dream, and everything about you is so similar to her. I can’t help but think of you as her.” Yan Nange stared into her eyes, watching her reaction.
“Young Master Yan, please don’t test me. I’ve spent almost my entire life in the Qin Kingdom’s palace. This is my first time here, and I’ve never met you before. I am who I am, not her,” Qin Shuangwu said calmly.
“But did you really dream of someone with a face like mine?” Qin Shuangwu was clearly very curious about this. She knew that Yan Nange had no reason to lie. She wasn’t a beauty; it would be good enough if she didn’t faint or run away from that face. He certainly wouldn’t say that on purpose to curry favor, unless he was crazy.
"It's true, of course. I was a guest at her house and stayed overnight. I had a dream. In my dream, I saw a window with a dim candlelight.
Suddenly, the window slowly opened, and in the dim light, a man lay on his side on the bed. A woman in a long white robe stood by the bed with her back to the window, seemingly watching the man.
I looked closely at the man in her direction and saw his sleeping face. That face felt so familiar, and suddenly I realized it was myself.
At that moment, I couldn't help but scream, 'Ah!'
The scream seemed to startle the woman, and she slowly, slowly turned her head...
Suddenly, I saw a face exactly like yours, and that face gave me a strange smile. Suddenly, the face shattered, and then the body shattered...
Then I suddenly woke up, opened my eyes wide, and sat up abruptly. I saw the door to the living room open slightly, and I hurriedly looked over, only to see a blurry white figure flash out..."
After finishing his story, Yan Nange felt a cold sweat run down his body. The thought of recounting that nightmare in front of the woman with that terrifying face made his heart pound.
If Qin Shuangwu were to remove her veil and sneer at him, or jump in front of him, Yan Nange would surely break down and fight her with all his might. Fortunately, that didn't happen, but the atmosphere was still very strange.
Yan Nange didn't fully recount the dream because it involved the secret of the Kaitian Ancient Castle, a secret he didn't want to reveal, as it would put Lian Ruxian in danger. Although she had injured him before, Yan Nange didn't want to hurt her. Because she was just a pitiful woman.
"Such a strange thing exists in the world! You've never seen me, yet you dreamt of me, and the dream was so eerie and terrifying. Why didn't you chase after her to see clearly who that woman was?" Qin Shuangwu asked curiously, not unhappy that she was the protagonist of a nightmare.
"I didn't realize what was happening at the time, and only went out to check later, so naturally there was nothing there." Seeing Qin Shuangwu's calm demeanor, Yan Nange felt a little relieved.
For some reason, Yan Nange couldn't remain as calm as usual when faced with that nightmare.
"Talented Lady Qin, may I ask you a question?" Yan Nange hoped Qin Shuangwu would grant his request.
"Of course. Please ask, young master." Qin Shuangwu readily agreed.
"Talented Lady Qin, what's wrong with your face? It couldn't have been like this from birth, could it?" Yan Nange asked, voicing his doubts. He felt things couldn't be so coincidental. Why did he dream of her? And how could she resemble Lian Ruxian so much? Everything must be connected. If he could find the connection, he could uncover the truth.
"I was indeed very beautiful before I turned twelve. That summer, my mother and I went to a temple in the mountains to burn incense. I saw that the back of the temple was very beautiful, so I secretly ran into the mountains to play.
Since I had never been there before, let alone traveled alone, I quickly got lost in the mountains. I didn't know how far I had gone. So I shouted loudly and made marks on the trees to see if I could find my way out." As she said this, for the first time, a look of fear and helplessness appeared in Qin Shuangwu's eyes. It seemed that what followed was going to be terrifying.

Chapter 305 Another Realm
: 10-21 10:19:31 Word Count: 3146

"I kept calling out like that, making marks in the book. I realized I wasn't going in circles, but it seemed like I was getting further and further away. The woods ahead were getting denser, so I turned back. But after walking for a while, I found myself back in the dense forest, not the same place as before, but not far away.
By then, I was already a little scared. I had never been alone for so long before, and the sunlight could hardly penetrate the depths of the forest, making it eerie and terrifying. I continued walking back with trepidation. Because I couldn't see the sun, I didn't know how long I walked; it just felt like a very, very long time." Qin Shuangwu finished speaking in one breath, catching her breath, revealing her tense and anxious state of mind.
"I kept going around and around, unable to escape the dense forest. It was like a nightmare, trapping me inside, making it impossible to wake up. I tried my best to calm myself down and not be afraid, but fear slowly took over my mind.
Just when I was about to collapse and couldn't bear it anymore, a light suddenly appeared not far ahead. I thought I was seeing things, but I looked carefully. Yes, there was a light ahead, the color of blue sky and sunlight. I was about to leave the dense forest. Although I didn't know where the end of the forest was, I was still full of hope. After all, the outside world was much better than this damned forest.
I quickened my pace and ran forward. Before long, I ran out of the dense forest." Qin Shuangwu's breathing was rapid, as if she had just run. Then she breathed a sigh of relief and relaxed a little.
"At the edge of the dense forest lay a vast expanse of land. An endless grassland stretched out before us, its emerald green grass dotted with vibrant, colorful wildflowers, and a beautiful lake reflecting the sky's hue—its clarity was palpable even from afar. Many unknown rare birds and animals roamed and flew, while countless beautiful butterflies danced among the flowers, creating splashes of brilliant color. A place of birdsong and fragrant flowers, a paradise on earth—that's exactly what I wanted to describe.
I was overjoyed, running onto the emerald green grass, jumping and cheering amidst the sea of flowers, rolling around on the ground. Later, feeling hot from running, I ran to the lake to bathe. The water was so clear, so beautiful, so..." It was cool and refreshing. I swam around happily in the water. I've loved swimming and playing in the water since I was little.
I don't know how long I swam in that lake, seeing countless beautiful and rare fish, but I didn't feel tired at all. On the contrary, I felt more and more energetic. I was surprised at my own stamina.
After playing enough, I washed my clothes and hung them to dry on a large rock by the lake. I lay down on it and looked at the azure sky. The sky was so blue and beautiful. I had never realized the sky was so beautiful, nor had I realized the air was so fresh. The sun felt warm on my skin, and I squinted to find the sun. Qin Shuangwu's expression changed from cheerful to somewhat nervous.
"It wasn't until that moment that I realized something was wrong, because... because I saw two suns, one golden and one deep blue. Neither was as dazzling as the ones I'd seen before; they were quite soothing.
But although they looked beautiful, it was so abnormal. I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me, so I closed them and opened them again. There were still two! I pinched myself; it hurt. I was definitely not dreaming.
So, where am I? I felt a little scared. But thinking about how beautiful this place was, I quickly relaxed. I need to rest first, then find my way back. Thinking this, I started to feel dizzy." A trace of sadness appeared on Qin Shuangwu's face.
Yan Nange guessed that things were likely getting worse. She just didn't know what had made her like this.
Suddenly, I saw the clear lake water ripple, slowly turning into waves, and finally into a towering giant wave. I stood up, trying to dodge the oncoming wave, but before it reached me, it seemed to be blocked by an invisible wall, not a single drop of water splashing on me.
I reached out in astonishment to touch it, but there was nothing there. Yet the towering wave was clearly right in front of me, baring its fangs and claws, crashing against the invisible wall with a deafening roar before falling back into the lake.
I suddenly realized I wasn't dressed, but looking down, I saw I was clearly fully clothed. I wondered if I was dreaming, so I pinched myself; it hurt, so it didn't seem like a dream.
The wave grew higher and higher, gradually reaching a terrifying height, making the world seem shrouded in darkness, as it blocked out the sunlight.
Just as I was about to scream in terror… As the sound rang out, the towering waves suddenly vanished, and a colossal palace appeared on the lake's surface.
This palace was azure blue, transparent, like the legendary Crystal Palace, except that the Crystal Palace was colorless, while this one was.
The palace was breathtakingly beautiful, nestled among exotic flowers and rare herbs, so beautiful it seemed unreal, more like a dream.
Suddenly, celestial music filled the palace, soothing and incredibly beautiful. A sudden urge to go inside arose within me, and I completely forgot about everything unusual.
As if knowing my thoughts, two beautiful maidens emerged from the palace. Seeing them approaching from afar, my heart filled with hope, hoping they had come to take me to the palace for a visit. At that moment, I was as if under a spell, only thinking of going to the palace, completely forgetting the eeriness and abnormality of the place.
"The Holy Mother of Great Moon Lake cordially invites the fairy to visit the Holy Palace," the two beautiful twins bowed and said in unison.
"Fairy, who is the fairy?" I asked, puzzled and disappointed, because I wasn't a fairy, and they certainly weren't there to invite me.
"Hehe, you're the fairy! You're the Lingbo Fairy of the Celestial Realm, a good friend of the Holy Mother!" they said in unison, as if my words were hilarious.
"How could I be the Lingbo Fairy? I'm Princess Mingzhu of the Great Qin Kingdom! I'm only twelve years old, how could I know your Holy Mother? Where exactly is this place?" I felt their words were getting increasingly absurd. How did I become some kind of Holy Mother's good friend? I'm so young, where would I get such a Holy Mother's good friend? That Holy Mother sounds like a very old woman.
"Fairy, your joke today is quite amusing. This is the Great Moon Realm, and we are the Dream Sisters. You didn't inhale some Illusionary Dust Smoke when you came in, did you? Look at yourself, aren't you still the most beautiful woman in the Celestial Realm?" Suddenly, a mirror appeared in the hands of the dreamlike sisters. I looked in, and oh my god, there was an incomparably beautiful woman in the mirror! Her graceful and ethereal beauty filled me with admiration.
But who was she? Could she be me? I touched my face, and the beautiful woman in the mirror touched her face too. I frowned, and she frowned as well. It seemed that the beautiful woman in the mirror was indeed me.
But wasn't I just a twelve-year-old girl? How could I have become such a fairy? "At this point, Qin Shuangwu's eyes were filled with confusion and bewilderment. It seemed she had never truly understood what was going on." (

Chapter 306, "The Wonderful Journey
," 10-21 10:19:32, 2929 words)

Yan Nange, hearing Qin Shuangwu's descriptions, suspected she had gone to another world, but how she got there remained a mystery. The most likely explanation was that she had been summoned by the Great Moon Lake Mother. This meant the Great Moon Lake Mother's magical power was extraordinary, comparable to a goddess like Lingxi.
Yan Nange had a vague feeling that the Great Moon Lake Mother was not a benevolent being, as she was clearly deceiving Qin Shuangwu. Seeing her young age and the recent ordeal, she was using Qin Shuangwu's still-shaken state to confuse her, hoping that once Qin Shuangwu fully recovered, she would fall into her trap. But what was the Great Moon Lake Mother's purpose in doing this? The answer would likely be revealed soon.
The Dream Sisters smiled and said to me, "Fairy, you are even more beautiful than usual today. Did you eat some magic pills again? Fairy, let's go in quickly. The Holy Mother is getting impatient." "As they spoke, they pulled me into the palace. The section from the shore to the palace's garden felt like it was suspended in mid-air! I was both amazed and delighted; I could fly! It was truly magical.
Passing through the beautiful gardens and seeing countless wondrous things, we arrived in front of the palace. Because the lake was so vast, and the palace was in the middle, the feeling of being up close was completely different from seeing it from afar.
Standing before this incredibly magnificent, azure, transparent palace, I felt a sense of awe and a desire to worship. The palace was truly breathtaking.
To enter the palace, one had to climb countless steps. Looking up at the palace, it seemed to reach straight to the azure dome. With each step, I felt my legs trembling—a feeling of indescribable fear and excitement. Perhaps it was like the feeling of a Buddhist disciple seeing the Buddha manifest.
I don't know how long we walked; it felt like only a short while, yet also like countless years had passed.
Strangely..." Such a vast palace had no guards outside, while the Qin Kingdom's palace, though lacking this grandeur, was guarded by thousands of soldiers.
Finally, they arrived at the palace gates. The palace was built on an incredibly wide, azure, transparent crystal platform—the palace foundation.
Countless rare trees and flowers grew on this expansive azure crystal foundation. Most strangely, the trees and flowers were mostly blue, in varying shades, some transparent, some translucent, and some opaque.
At first glance, they seemed to be carved from this azure crystal, but upon closer inspection and touch, they were real. Many of the flowers were in full bloom, their colors varied, but all exuding a delicate fragrance. Countless blue, transparent butterflies fluttered among the flowers, a breathtakingly beautiful sight. Qin Shuangwu's expression was one of utter rapture and fascination; one could imagine how beautiful the scene was.
Hearing this, one thing was certain: the mysterious blue giant tree in the Kaitian Ancient Castle came from the Great Moon Realm that Qin Shuangwu had mentioned. This also implied that Lian Ruxian, or rather the Lian family, had some connection to the Great Moon Realm, as did Yu Hun and his master, the Carefree Flower Emperor.
Yan Nange's heart pounded, for he had finally lifted a corner of the veil of mystery surrounding the Kaitian Ancient Castle, Lian Ruxian, his master, and Yu Hun, filling him with immense excitement.
"The palace gates were as wide as the city gates of the Qin Dynasty. Inside, the light was dazzling and mesmerizing; I felt it was like the legendary celestial palace, otherwise how could it be so magnificent and magical?
Supported by the Dream Sisters, I crossed the high, shimmering blue jewel-like threshold. Once inside, it was immediately completely different from the outside; I felt as if I had entered another world, a world of mythology.
The moment I stepped inside, I felt my body become lighter, cool and refreshingly comfortable; my mind was also exceptionally full, more full than ever before, like the feeling described in legends of having consumed an elixir of immortality. My eyes and ears..." My nose became unusually sensitive, and the world felt different to me, more vibrant.
The world inside the palace was indeed different from the outside; it was a magical, dreamlike world. No, it was a dream within a dream. The outside world was already as beautiful as a dream, but this place was a thousand times more beautiful, or rather, incomparable.
Once inside, I realized that my feet were on empty ground, surrounded only by flowing clouds and shimmering light, a kaleidoscope of colors. The beauty and wonder were indescribable; those who haven't experienced it firsthand can never truly understand its magnificence.
We... Walking in the void, the palace's true size and height were unknown. Calling it a palace was an understatement; it was more like a beautiful garden world, filled with trees and flowers far more exotic and rare than those outside.
There was no sunlight, yet the entire space was bright, without a trace of gloom.
The trees and flowers seemed to be planted according to a specific pattern; despite their vast variety and quantity, they appeared orderly and pleasing to the eye.
These rare trees and flowers were inherently strange and unusual, unlike anything ordinary, but even more miraculously, they all grew suspended in mid-air. It seemed... The churning, yet subdued, seven-colored clouds were the soil, their roots deeply embedded within them, clearly visible as the clouds rolled and tumbled.
On the surface of these countless clouds, streams of the same color as the Great Moon Lake flowed among the trees and flowers, as if irrigating them.
A faint, alluring fragrance permeated the palace, a scent so captivating it evoked beautiful daydreams. "I feel as if I've fallen into a dream, a dream that feels undeniably real." Qin Shuangwu's eyes flickered as she gazed intently into the void, as if that were the magical palace, her voice a soft, dreamlike murmur.
"We soared through the air, passing through countless rare and exotic flowers and trees. After an unknown amount of time, the view suddenly opened up before us. A lake appeared before me. Although the lake's edge was visible, it was also very vast. The surface of the water was completely still, yet one could clearly feel its vibrant life.
In the center of the lake was a palace. This palace, like the strangely clear lake water, was completely transparent. If it were because of its many layers that the scenery behind it was not visible, it would be very difficult to see that there was actually a palace there. The Crystal Palace of mythology must be just like that."
Qin Shuangwu remained immersed in that beautiful scene, making Yan Nange doubt whether the sorrow and fear she had shown at the beginning had ever truly appeared.

Chapter 307: The Holy Mother
(10-21 10:19:32, 2644 words)

Celestial music drifted from the Crystal Palace, where a group of incomparably beautiful women were playing or dancing. It turned out that the heavenly music Qin Shuangwu had heard along the way originated from here. But strangely, the sound here and outside were almost the same pitch; it didn't become louder as she approached. It was truly bizarre.
This time, however, she wasn't walking on air, but rather stepping across a seven-colored arched bridge connecting the transparent Crystal Palace to the clouds. That seven-colored arched bridge resembled a rainbow after the rain, beautiful and dazzling. The feeling of walking on the arched bridge was soft and yielding, which Qin Shuangwu found novel and somewhat frightening. This bridge was actually formed from condensed clouds, various colors of clouds that, while not intermingling, were themselves flowing, emitting dazzling divine light that captivated the heart and mind.
Qin Shuangwu had already experienced too many wonders and unbelievable things here, many things she had never even dreamed of, and now, she was experiencing them all. These experiences would never be forgotten in her lifetime.
Entering the main hall of the Crystal Palace, she saw beautiful dancers and women playing various strange instruments, all performing on the unbelievably clear water. Behind them, on a blue lotus throne, sat a stunningly beautiful woman in a blue gauze dress. Judging by her age, she was definitely no more than twenty. Yet,
her countenance was holy and dignified, her beautiful eyes as deep and blue as the endless sky and sea, giving her an air of wisdom that had seen through the vicissitudes of life and understood the human heart.
Although Qin Shuangwu was only twelve years old, she was precocious and, being born into the palace, could naturally see that this beautiful, fairy-like, pure-as-water-like woman had experienced many things. She knew this woman was the Holy Mother of Dayue Lake.
This legendary beauty stirred in Qin Shuangwu a longing and yearning for her affection. She longed to sit beside Dayue Lake, to have her delicate hands stroke her head, and to receive a loving gaze.
"Youyou, come to my side," the Holy Mother of Dayue Lake said softly with a smile. That smile was like the dawn breaking through the darkness, like a clear spring in a vast desert, captivating all who beheld it.
The Holy Mother of Dayue Lake's voice was soft and gentle, yet it pierced through the ethereal music, reaching Qin Shuangwu's ears clearly, like a whisper. Her voice was gentle and sweet, filled with deep love and compassion. Qin Shuangwu's heart was filled with emotion, and tears streamed down her face uncontrollably.
Qin Shuangwu forgot who she was—whether she was Princess Qin Shuangwu of the Great Qin Kingdom, the most beautiful fairy in the celestial realm, Lingbo Fairy, or Youyou from Dayue Lake. It didn't matter anymore. What mattered was that she wanted to rest on the lap of the ethereal beauty on the lotus throne not far ahead, to receive the caress of her mother.
No longer needing the support or guidance of her dreamlike sisters, Qin Shuangwu walked alone across the clear water, heading towards the beautiful and solemn Dayue Lake Holy Mother, who resembled a revered Guanyin Bodhisattva. At this moment, she believed no one could stop her; like a moth drawn to a blazing flame, she flew relentlessly towards the light and warmth in her heart.
"Youyou, why do you always cry when you come to the Holy Mother's place?" the Dayue Lake Holy Mother said lovingly. Although she didn't look much older than Qin Shuangwu, Qin Shuangwu didn't find it inappropriate for her to speak to her in the tone of an elder or mother. On the contrary, she felt even more moved, and tears streamed down her face like broken pearls.
The Holy Mother extended her delicate, crystalline hand to Qin Shuangwu, and Qin Shuangwu reciprocated. The instant her hand reached out, Qin Shuangwu found herself soaring into the air, flying towards the beautiful, dreamlike azure lotus throne and the Holy Mother of Great Moon Lake. At that moment, her heart was filled with emotion and joy.
The lotus throne, though seemingly small, could actually hold over a dozen people. Qin Shuangwu flew to her side and uncontrollably knelt on the Holy Mother of Great Moon Lake's lotus seat, weeping silently, as if burdened by countless grievances and sorrows, tears streaming down her face. Qin Shuangwu hadn't shed a tear in the past twelve years, but at this moment, she wept more than anyone else had in twelve years.
The Holy Mother of Great Moon Lake grasped Qin Shuangwu's small hand with one warm, soft jade hand, while the other gently stroked her cloud-black hair. It was the very feeling of love and warmth that Qin Shuangwu had longed for, and her tears flowed even more profusely.
"Youyou, silly child, the celestial realm and the mortal realm are the same, why be so attached? Attachment is clinging to appearances, and clinging to appearances makes it difficult to see the true nature. If you lose your true nature, even if you gain something, what you have is not what you truly want. Let go, let go, let go, and only by letting go and letting nature take its course may you truly gain. Letting go is also a form of control, and losing is also a form of gain." The gentle voice of the Holy Mother of Dayue Lake sounded in Qin Shuangwu's ears. She felt as if she understood, yet also as if she didn't. It was hazy, as if she were looking at the truth of things through a layer of mist. The truth was so close, yet also seemed so far away.
Qin Shuangwu raised her tearful eyes, looking at the Holy Mother of Dayue Lake's beautiful and holy face with many questions. Those deep blue eyes were also looking at her gently, like two clear springs, washing away the dust of her soul, making it purer and more ethereal.
“Youyou, understanding might actually be not understanding, and not understanding might be true understanding. The truth may always be blurry; what is clear is merely her shadow. Since you have made your choice, do not regret it. You may gain something, or you may lose something. But these things may not be very important. What is important is whether you can understand something from it, or forget something. Whether it is the former or the latter, your persistence and devotion will not have been in vain.” Suddenly, a glint appeared in the eyes of the Holy Mother of Dayue Lake. Qin Shuangwu suddenly saw countless terrifying scenes: slaughter, demons, and all sorts of bizarre faces.
She wanted to wake up, to escape, but she could not escape or wake up. She could not even faint or close her eyes to avoid seeing. The countless terrifying scenes surrounded her, constantly changing, becoming more and more bizarre and terrifying, getting closer and closer to her, as if to kill her and devour her.
She wanted to scream, but no sound came out; she wanted to run, but her body was weak and powerless; she wanted to cover her eyes with her hands, but her hands wouldn't obey her commands. She could only watch helplessly as countless streams of blood flowed and endless lives vanished. The endless blood and the heads tossed high into the air transformed into eerie rivers, trees, and flowers, emitting a piercing, devastating laugh.

(Chapter 308, Pearl Tree
, 10-21 10:19:33, 3076 words)

Countless bizarre creatures roamed the rivers and jungles formed from blood and heads, killing and devouring each other, only to be swallowed up by the rivers and jungles, becoming part of them.
Countless grotesque faces howled and grinned horribly in the red sky, all kinds of strange and all-encompassing.
Faced with all this terrifying horror before her, Qin Shuangwu wanted to vomit, but speaking was impossible, and vomiting was a distant dream. All she could do was watch helplessly, with no chance to miss a thing.
Qin Shuangwu's heart was suffering unbearable torment, yet even collapse seemed impossible.
Perhaps it was a fleeting moment, perhaps an eternity.
"Awake, my child."
With a gentle, compassionate voice, the terrifying scenes before Qin Shuangwu's eyes vanished, replaced by the pure and holy face of the Great Moon Lake Mother.
Deep fear and lingering despair remained in Qin Shuangwu's eyes as she gazed at the Great Moon Lake Mother, bewildered, unable to comprehend what had just transpired.
"Youyou, you do know, you've only forgotten some things, but eventually you will remember, or face them." Qin Shuangwu didn't understand a word of the Great Moon Lake Mother's words, yet they were etched deeply into her heart.
The Holy Mother of Dayue Lake, with her delicate hands gesturing as if plucking a flower, suddenly flicked her finger into the air. The blue-clad beauties who had been singing, dancing, and playing instruments vanished without a trace. If it weren't for the lingering echoes, one would truly believe they had never appeared.
Reality or illusion,
it was unclear, indescribable. The disappearance of the blue-clad beauties wasn't the end. Suddenly, a point of ethereal blue appeared at the bottom of the crystal-clear water. It was very small, yet the surface of the water was vast, and Qin Shuangwu could clearly see that point of ethereal blue.
It was a blue bead, shimmering with a faint blue light, much like a luminous pearl.
The blue bead suddenly burst forth with dazzling blue light, then slowly softened. Qin Shuangwu was astonished to find that a tender sprout had sprouted from the perfectly round body of the bead. This incredibly delicate and vibrant sprout was growing, not very rapidly, but at an astonishing pace; its changes were clearly visible to the naked eye.
The sprout grew at an eerie pace. It was eerie because it was swift, beyond Qin Shuangwu's comprehension; yet it was also slow, as Qin Shuangwu could see every detail and process of its growth.
Only now did Qin Shuangwu realize the profound and incredible nature of life's growth. If she hadn't witnessed it with her own eyes, she probably wouldn't have been able to imagine it even in her entire life.
The blue pearl was like a seed; when the sprout grew into a small blue tree, it disappeared into the dense blue root system.
It was a blue tree, with a blue trunk and branches, blue leaves. It grew continuously, eventually becoming an incredibly thick and towering tree. Most strangely, this transparent crystal palace seemed to be made of water; its branches and leaves stretched unimpeded into the void outside the palace, and when those branches and leaves passed through the transparent dome, only a few ripples proved the dome's existence.
All of this was unimaginable and unbelievable to Qin Shuangwu. She had forgotten the terrifying scene from before, watching in a daze as a pearl transformed into a towering tree.
The towering tree ceased its growth, instead sprouting tender buds from its branches. These buds blossomed into blue buds, which then unfolded into beautiful blue flowers, emitting an incomparably captivating fragrance that permeated the entire Crystal Palace.
The fragrance was intoxicating, and Qin Shuangwu greedily inhaled its strange aroma. She loved it; it felt familiar and comforting. The same fragrance lingered around the jade-like body of the Great Moon Lake Mother beside her.
The lotus throne slowly rose into the air, hovering above the Crystal Palace. Suddenly, the buds burst open simultaneously, fist-sized blue flowers almost instantly covering the branches. The indescribable spectacle left Qin Shuangwu's mouth and beautiful eyes wide with astonishment as she watched everything unfold before her.
This was not the end, but only the beginning.
The incomparably beautiful blue flowers bloomed ever more vibrantly, gradually emitting a blue, precious light. The precious light gradually intensified, growing brighter and deeper until the flowers became indistinct, leaving only clusters of shimmering blue light, increasingly dazzling and captivating. The myriad flowers transformed the entire void into a surreal and wondrous spectacle.
The light grew stronger and larger until the branches and leaves were no longer visible, only the soaring blue rays.
Just as the light became so dazzling that Qin Shuangwu could barely open her eyes, it suddenly vanished. This abrupt change caught Qin Shuangwu off guard; she genuinely thought she was hallucinating. She opened her eyes, her gaze and mouth agape.
In that short time, the branches were laden with round, blue fruits, identical to the precious pearl—crystal clear and perfectly round—except these were fruits growing on the tree.
These pearl-like fruits also emitted a faint glow, which slowly brightened. Qin Shuangwu couldn't predict what they would eventually become. She could only watch them transform.
Unlike the flowers, which only shone brightly for a moment before their brilliance faded, the jewel-like fruits
suddenly reverted to their original color, then brightened again, and returned to their original state three times. Each fruit began to tremble, and the entire tree emitted countless rustling sounds, as if a breeze were blowing.
The blue jewel-like fruits trembled more and more violently, as if trying to break free from the tree's constraints. Seeing these fruits tremble as if they were alive, Qin Shuangwu felt a sense of fear; she feared something bad was about to happen.
Finally, the fruits broke free from the tree's grasp and flew into the void almost simultaneously. They danced in the void, transforming into beautiful shapes and patterns that Qin Shuangwu had never seen before, yet she vaguely felt that these shapes and patterns seemed to express some profound meaning. Unfortunately, she didn't understand what their meaning was.
The magnificent and beautiful sight of these jewel-like fruits continuing to dance left Qin Shuangwu deeply awestruck. Suddenly, they began colliding in pairs, merging into one upon contact, their size increasing. Then they collided again in pairs, emitting dazzling light, their size increasing once more. This collision and fusion continued incessantly, the number of precious fruits dwindling, while the remaining fruits grew larger and more crystalline and beautiful. (

Chapter 309 Dreamy Enchanting
: 10-21 10:19:34, 3151 words)

Finally, these fruits merged into an enormous single fruit, spinning in the air, crystal clear.
With a flick of her slender finger, the Great Moon Lake Mother caused the enormous fruit to shrink at an astonishing rate until it became a tiny piece. She stretched out her snow-white, crystalline jade palm, and the fruit fell into her hand, perfectly round and luminous, only the size of her palm.
"From nothing to something, from something to nothing. A thousand changes, yet never straying from the origin. Youyou, this Dreamy Enchanting Fruit is given to you; I hope it will be of use to you." The Great Moon Lake Mother's smile was like an ancient, benevolent expression.
Qin Shuangwu gazed curiously at the Dream Fruit, shaped like a blue jewel. She stretched out her small hand, and the shimmering, blue fruit flew into her palm.
It felt cool and soft to the touch, like water. A gentle touch with her slender forefinger caused it to deform like a water droplet, then return to its round shape when she removed her finger—it felt like a brittle, hard pearl.
Sight and touch presented two extremes with this Dream Fruit.
"Youyou, take this fruit. You will get what you want. Good child. You are tired, aren't you? Sleep, sleep. When you wake up, you will be where you want to be." The voice of the Holy Mother of Dayue Lake was very soft, so soft it lacked any strength, so soft it made one feel as if they could float away, so soft it made one drowsy.
This was the last time Qin Shuangwu heard the Holy Mother of Dayue Lake's voice before she drifted off to sleep, sleeping more soundly than ever before.
When she awoke, Qin Shuangwu found herself back in the palace. When Qin Shuangwu asked the palace maid how she had returned, the maid said she had slept on a large rock in the temple. Seeing that she was sleeping soundly, the maid didn't wake her and simply carried her back on the phoenix palanquin.
Qin Shuangwu asked what day it was, and the maid smiled and said it wasn't even evening yet. Qin Shuangwu suspected she was dreaming, but she felt something in her hand. Opening her hand, she saw it was indeed the crystal-clear Dream Fruit; she wasn't dreaming.
But she didn't understand. She had clearly spent a long time in that forest and the Great Moon Realm, so why was it only evening now, as if she had never experienced that time? She couldn't figure it out, and lost in thought, she fell asleep again.
In her dream, Qin Shuangwu saw the Dream Fruit grow larger and larger, then suddenly shatter, turning into countless eerie faces. These faces made all sorts of terrifying expressions, grinning maliciously, howling at her. She tried to dodge, but found she couldn't move; she wanted to scream, but no sound came out; she wanted to close her eyes, but the faces became even clearer when she closed them.
Qin Shuangwu sat up with a scream, her body soaked in sweat. She raised her hand and realized the Dream Fruit was gone. She groped in the darkness, but couldn't see any blue light. She was frightened, a sense of foreboding washing over her.
Just then, two palace maids heard Princess Mingzhu Qin Shuangwu's scream and hurriedly lit candles to see what was wrong.
"Ah!"
"Ah! A ghost!"
Two long screams rang out. One of the maids, who had reached Qin Shuangwu's side first, fainted, while the other screamed and ran out of the palace.
The maids' cries alerted the Emperor and Empress of Great Qin, who lived nearby. They heard the still-trembling maid say that she had heard the princess scream, and she and another princess went in to attend to her, but... but after lighting the candles, they saw a terrifying face, like a ghost, and ran away.
The Emperor, Empress, and palace maids were on their way to Princess Mingzhu's palace when they saw an incredibly eerie face. It was the face of a weathered old man, wrinkled and aged, yet possessing a small, cherry-like mouth, beautiful eyes rising from the nose, arched eyebrows, and a smooth, fair forehead—undoubtedly Princess Mingzhu's.
This time, the palace maids didn't scream. Firstly, there were many of them, making them bolder; secondly, the Emperor and Empress were present, and screaming would be capital offenses; and thirdly, everyone recognized that the person with this strange and terrifying face was Princess Mingzhu, Qin Shuangwu.
However, everyone still gasped in horror. It was truly terrifying; a beautiful young woman by day, transformed into this horrifying figure by night. This was incredibly frightening and bizarre.
The Emperor and Empress of Great Qin, befitting their status as rulers and mothers of the nation, were not overly alarmed. Instead, they ordered everyone to remain silent, threatening that anyone who disobeyed would have their entire family executed, before finally dispersing the crowd.
The Emperor and Empress comforted Princess Mingzhu for a while, then asked her if anything had happened that day. Qin Shuangwu recounted everything. After listening to their daughter's story, the Emperor and Empress guessed that her changes were definitely related to the pearl. They didn't know what these changes foreshadowed, but in any case, it seemed difficult for her to marry in the future. They couldn't help but feel secretly saddened.
The next day, Princess Mingzhu, Qin Shuangwu, saw her own face. She had suspected the palace maid's screaming and fainting the night before, and now she understood. When she saw this face, she was so frightened that she fainted. She tried to commit suicide several times, but because the princess and eunuchs were watching her, she didn't succeed.
Later, after the Emperor and Empress's tearful persuasion, she finally gave up the idea of death and devoted herself to various knowledge and skills. At the age of fourteen, she earned the nickname "Dream Beauties," and the following year she was listed among the Four Beauties.
In truth, no one had ever seen Qin Shuangwu's true face; they had only seen a small part of her exposed features.
Even now, the Great Qin Kingdom has secretly sought out countless renowned physicians, hoping they might possess a miraculous remedy for aging. But the result was predictable; if they had, Qin Shuangwu would be a stunning beauty today.
After hearing Qin Shuangwu's story, Yan Nange couldn't help but feel pity for her. A woman who should have been joyful and beautiful had become someone who couldn't show her true face, hiding behind a veil all day—truly pitiful. Her peaceful heart revealed her extraordinary nature, far beyond that of ordinary people. What a magnanimous heart that required! Yan Nange deeply admired Qin Shuangwu.
"Yan Nange greatly admires the breadth of your mind and the purity of your spirit, you truly deserve the title of heroine among women," Yan Nange said, bowing deeply with respect.
Seeing Yan Nange's pity and sincere praise, Qin Shuangwu was deeply grateful. In truth, this was the first time she had shown her face to anyone. Actually, she wanted to see him look disheveled and terrified. She had heard that Yan Nange was a very philanderer, fond of beautiful women, and that the legendary "Chuchen Yin" Han Yan, one of the three most famous zithers in the world, had already fallen into his arms. So, for some reason, she felt a surge of desire to embarrass him.
Although he was startled, he didn't show any disdain, which made Qin Shuangwu look at Yan Nange in a different light. Hearing Yan Nange recount his experience of seeing someone with a face like hers, she felt a glimmer of hope and told him about this long-buried secret.
What woman in the world doesn't love beauty? Qin Shuangwu, a young woman, especially desired a beautiful face.

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