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In a flash, a beam of white light shot towards Lin You, striking my face with the severed fingers that still carried her warmth.
At the same time, I was pulled back by someone from behind. Molin dragged me away, keeping a wary eye on the now-standing Lin You.
"Xiao You?"
"That is not human."
The delicate voice was filled with unwavering determination, cutting through the air without hesitation, sending a shiver down my spine as I turned to face the newcomer.
The newcomer was a little girl, about the same age as Nian, dressed in pristine white. Her long black hair cascaded down to her waist and was styled upright. On her forehead, which was not deliberately concealed, bloomed a black Red Spider Lily, exuding an eerie beauty.
"Heart Eyes."
It slipped out almost instinctively. The little girl trembled slightly but did not say much. Instead, she looked seriously at Lin You and declared, "A wisp of obsession dares to harm my mother? That's simply asking for death!"
Mother.
She called me mother. She knew me and recognized me.
In that moment, an unprecedented joy surged within me; it was the best comfort I had received in days.
"Lin You is such a fool, giving up such a great opportunity for human emotions. I had hoped she would lead the Su Family forward." Lin You glared at me fiercely. Even as her form began to dissipate, that obsession still held her together. "Anxin, this time I must kill you!"
"That depends on whether I allow it!"
I didn't know how Hikaki had taught Junxin, but seeing her so lively and full of energy suddenly eased my heart. Perhaps Hikaki would take better care of Junxin than I could.
As long as she is happy, everything is fine.
“Heart Eyes, I told you not to touch those dirty things.” Hikaki suddenly appeared out of nowhere, and just as Junxin was about to act, he scooped her up in his arms. With a single wave of his hand, a cold light flashed, feeling as chilling as rain. Over there, Su Xun's obsession let out a scream, and in an instant, nothing was left but a single Snow Lotus that quietly fell to the ground. He picked it up with one hand and tucked it behind Junxin's ear. “Hmm, this flower suits Heart Eyes perfectly; it’s truly beautiful.”
“Beautiful my foot! You promised not to intervene; what crime do you deserve for going back on your word now?”
Junxin glared angrily, puffing her cheeks as she squeezed his handsome face in frustration. Hikaki was unfazed, smiling warmly as he played with the Snow Lotus. “Heart Eyes can punish me however you like.”
“Then help Mommy go to Daddy!”
“Sure.”
“Heart Eyes.” I called out softly, and Junxin turned her head. Her big black eyes lacked the joy of a long-awaited reunion; instead, they held the steadiness of an adult. “Are you really Heart Eyes?”
“Mommy, I am Heart Eyes, your and Daddy's child.” Junxin always gave off a mature vibe for her age as she rubbed her nose. “Mommy, time is running out. Hurry to Daddy's side; Heart Eyes will wait for you at Heavenly Pool Mountain. You must come back safely!”
Suddenly, she turned around and wrapped her arms around Hikaki's neck, her body trembling slightly.
“Mm, Mommy will definitely come back safely with Daddy.”
I wiped away my tears, my hand clutching Blood Flame trembling uncontrollably. No matter how dangerous the obstacles I faced, just being able to see my daughter at this moment made me feel content.
The rest depended on my own efforts.
“Mommy, please think of Heart Eyes before making any decisions. You are my mother.”
Her voice broke again with a sob. No child could be so mature without shedding tears; she only wanted to give me courage by choosing the same strength.
“Heart Eyes, wait for me, wait for us.” I looked at Hikaki and suddenly thought of something. “Hikaki, can I make a request just for you?”
Hikaki smiled. “All requests come at a price.”
“I can bear any cost.”
“Alright.”
After speaking with Hikaki, I resolutely turned to leave. Hikaki formed a hand seal, and a faint light enveloped us, slowly taking us away from the Demon Realm.
Junxin rubbed her tear-streaked eyes, and Hikaki gently wiped away her tears. “You could actually ask for something bigger. Like taking down the Demon King.”
“That price far exceeds what you just backed out of. You said that if the cost and the sacrifice are not equal, it will backfire on the person. I don’t want you to get hurt, and I have faith in Mom and Dad. They will definitely come back safely. Mom has always believed that a Miracle will appear, and it will!”
Miracle, you must come to my mother.
Hikaki’s eyes sparkled with laughter as he affectionately patted Junxin’s head. “Tian Yuan, go ahead!”
Junxin’s expression brightened, and she kissed Hikaki on the cheek. “You’re really great, Chicken Cage.”
Hikaki hugged Junxin and turned to leave, helplessly saying, “I told you it’s Hikaki, not Chicken Cage.”
“Whatever,” Junxin huffed, raising her chin defiantly. “I like it.”
The Underworld. Even though it was my second time here, I still felt extremely uncomfortable. The darkness was more oppressive than both the Demon Realm and the Netherworld. At this moment, it was filled with Miasma and countless vengeful spirits, making each breath feel heavy.
In the distance at the center of the Underworld, a towering spire loomed into the clouds, unseen during my last visit. It reached endlessly upward, surrounded by visible black mist. An invisible pressure surged from that direction; the closer I got, the heavier it felt.
I held Nian tightly in my arms and walked forward with Qianliang and Molin.
We moved slowly to avoid detection, as they were responsible for our safety along the way. However, after two days in the Underworld, we had not sensed Jun Chong's presence, nor had Nian felt any trace of Qi Zhi.
"Baby, really can't find your Father?"
Nian shook his head in disappointment. We had been in this sunless Underworld for two days without any news. The tower was clearly in sight, yet we had made little progress toward it.
Disappointment, fatigue, and a mix of emotions surged within me, intensifying the unease in my heart.
From the direction of the Forbidden Tower, thunder and lightning occasionally echoed. Each time, I felt countless souls dissipating.
"Tomorrow night is the fifteenth. If nothing unexpected happens, the Demon King will surely break the seal," Molin said, frowning as he gazed at the distant Forbidden Tower.
My heart tightened, and I gripped Nian's hand too hard. He let out a soft grunt and looked up at me with his adorable face. "Mommy, don't be afraid. Everything will be fine. When Baby sees Father, I will make sure Father stops."
I smiled faintly but remained silent, holding him close as a chill enveloped me.
"Anxin, let's take a break for a while!"
Chitaki handed me a flask of water. I took a sip and leaned against the cold stone, feeling heavy-hearted.
"You all stay here; I'll go check things out. There's some commotion over there."
" Molin, be careful."
Molin stepped into the darkness while I patted Nian's back to help him sleep. I closed my eyes for a moment to rest as well; after all, being human meant I couldn't go without sleep indefinitely if I wanted to reach Jun Chong. I needed to conserve my strength.
"Be careful." Chitaki blocked Rong Zhi's attack, but as the first Rakshasa, even Chitaki couldn't hold out for long.
Jun Chong narrowed his eyes and rose from my embrace. "Anxin, stay here. I'll handle this."
"Jun Chong, I saw Heart Eyes. She said to wait for us at Heavenly Pool Mountain." I noticed Jun Chong's back stiffen. "So you must win."
"I will." Jun Chong was a man of his word. "Close your eyes. I don't want you to see the bloodshed here."
Was he going to kill Rong Zhi?
I didn't ask. I closed my eyes and let the cold wind disperse around me. The sound of the wind brushed against my ears, and the sounds of fighting echoed continuously. The piercing of blades was exceptionally clear, matching the rhythm of my racing heart.
"Anxin, it's over."
Chitaki's voice sounded beside me. I slowly opened my eyes to see Jun Chong standing proudly between heaven and earth, Death God's Scythe shattered in two, and Rong Zhi lay motionless on the ground.
I didn't ask if Rong Zhi was dead because once I did, it would seal the outcome—good or bad would linger in my mind, impossible to erase. It was better not to ask and hold onto a flicker of hope.
Hope that he was still alright.
"Jun Chong, thank you for your help."
A tear fell from the corner of my eye as Jun Chong tightened his grip on Black Abyss and strode forward. I hugged my thoughts and followed him without looking back.
The sound of the wind came again as Rong Zhi's figure gradually faded away until it blended into the darkness.
In the end, he was gone.
Tears streamed down, carrying pain, leaving my hands stained with blood—this was blood and tears.
First it was Lin You, now Rong Zhi, and who else would follow? I could not bear to see my friends become sacrifices one by one, nor could I endure my own helplessness. My emotions surged within me, and my spiritual energy grew increasingly turbulent.
Jun Chong halted his steps, waiting for me to catch up. He grasped my hand firmly. "Anxin, do not let hatred blind your eyes or disturb the calm of your heart. Life and death are fated; even in death, there will be a time for rebirth. So there is no need for sorrow, no need for hesitation, because they will always be by our side, supporting us as we move forward, allowing us to promise a brighter dawn."
The sound of footsteps approached from ahead. Jun Chong tightened his grip on my hand and looked toward the incoming figures, speaking in a low voice.
"So, Anxin, we must achieve victory to honor their sacrifices."
"Yes." Our fingers intertwined tightly as we both gazed at the approaching individuals, filled with unwavering belief. "Many others are waiting for our return, so we must win."
Since being with Jun Chong, I rarely broke my promises, but that time, I failed.
We made our way toward the Forbidden Tower. Jun Chong wielded the Black Abyss like a god of death, taking down one foe after another with ruthless efficiency. Chitaki and Molin were also holding their ground as we finally reached the edge of the Forbidden Tower.
Looking up at the towering structure that pierced the heavens and earth made me tremble.
"The Forbidden Tower is a forbidden place of the underworld. It is also where all vengeful spirits gather most fiercely. What lies within, I do not know. But there are rumors that everything inside will turn to dust over time. Yet even after twenty thousand years, the Demon King has not perished. This means that whatever happens in the future remains unknown to us. So—"
Jun Chong turned to face us. "So you will stop here; I will handle the rest."
"No way," Chitaki protested. "Since we have come this far, we are fully prepared. You cannot abandon us now. You fight for your underworld; I fight for our world. Therefore, even if it is dangerous, we cannot stop here."
"I agree with Shishu on this point."
Jun Chong's lips curled into a slight smirk—not quite a smile nor a rejection—as he raised his gaze once more to the Forbidden Tower. "Tomorrow night at Midnight, the Demon King will surely break through the Forbidden Tower. There is only one way to stop him."
"What can we do?"
"Completely raze the Underworld to the ground and bury all the souls here."
Chitaki frowned. "Such a thing can't just be said casually. After all, this place has a history of millions of years, and some things have existed between heaven and earth for so long that to erase them would require a significant price." She raised an eyebrow. "Do you have that? Don't be selfish like before; think about Anxin, think about your daughter."
"Hah." Jun Chong chuckled lightly, ignoring Chitaki's words as he continued, "The Jun Family has always wanted to destroy the Underworld; they just haven't found the right opportunity. But since my grandfather's time, they have set up the Death Formation around the Forbidden Tower. As long as we can draw out Hellfire, we can annihilate this place."
We fell silent. Since Jun Chong had made his decision, he wouldn't back down. He took out four small stones from his pocket and handed them to Molin and Chitaki.
"These are fire stones that can draw out Hellfire. You need to place them at the four corners of the Death Formation's focal point. When the time comes, I will summon Hellfire. It will be dangerous along the way; I've asked Mu Yan to assist you, so be careful."
"Don't worry." Chitaki tightened her grip on the stone and patted Jun Chong's shoulder. "After it's over, let's have a drink together."
Jun Chong smiled faintly but did not respond.
I watched as the two turned to leave, tightening my hold on my thoughts. Would everything really go smoothly?
"Anxin, let's go!"
I followed closely behind him. Hellfire could only be controlled by the King of Hell; Jun Chong, having lost his title, could absorb Hellfire while in the Underworld Palace, likely for use in the upcoming battle.
His thoughts were always meticulous, sometimes even hard for me to guess. All I could do was trust him unconditionally.
Ahead, a golden figure flashed; it was the Golden-Clad Reaper. They followed Phoenix Feather's orders to protect the Underworld and stood resolutely.
"Is this child the son of Qizi?"
Jun Chong effortlessly led me into the barrier of the Forbidden Tower, facing no resistance at all. But he was gravely injured, and I worried about him. With the Demon King and Jun Rui still to contend with, if Jun Rui decided to intervene again, we would be doomed.
"Yes."
Nian seemed very afraid of Jun Chong, clinging to me and not daring to move.
"Anxin, stay here and rest for a while. I need to catch my breath."
"Okay."
Jun Chong found a clean spot to rest briefly; his injuries were severe. I held Nian close by, as the sounds of battle outside grew increasingly intense, with light nearly swallowed by darkness.
Could we really succeed this time?
I kept holding Nian tightly, fearing that if someone attacked, I wouldn't be able to protect him in time. This was the only way I could feel secure.
As I watched the sky darken further, I sighed and prepared to enter the cave to check on Jun Chong's condition. Just as I turned around, my foot slipped, and everything went black as I fainted.
"Hey, let's see if the Second Prince is still willing to obey now."
A ghostly figure appeared and vanished without a trace, taking Nian and me away from the cave entrance.
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