Chapter 15 Part 3
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Chapter 15: Let Chrysanthemum and Peach Blossom Bloom Together (3)
Amidst all the commotion, Bai Lian’s eyes only had room for Xia Qingqing now.
She didn’t have time to think through any other questions.
Her injuries were too severe. Though there were no visible wounds on her skin, the rest of her organs and bones had already shattered.
Just moments ago, that sword had drained the energy of two Immortal Spirit Stones, stripping her of all power.
She felt as though she had been squeezed dry—drier than a withered fish.
No matter how much she tried, not a drop of energy could be wrung from her.
Because of this, she couldn’t prevent the fresh blood from trickling down her forehead.
Will cannot be eaten.
Will cannot be used as a crutch.
Once she stopped, Bai Lian found she could no longer muster the strength to lift her feet.
She could only silently gaze at Xia Qingqing.
That glance seemed to stretch on forever—lasting for a year, ten years, a hundred years… perhaps even for eternity.
She didn’t speak, but Xia Qingqing understood her meaning.
Three simple words:
“I’m back.”
The simpler the sentence, the more powerful it was in reaching the heart.
Xia Qingqing’s heart trembled along with her eyes.
She quivered, reaching out her right hand, gently resting it on Bai Lian’s cheek.
“You…”
“You don’t need to do so much for me.”
Xia Qingqing’s vision blurred, but this time, it wasn’t sadness. It was a deep, heartfelt touch.
No one understood the risks Bai Lian had taken for her better than Xia Qingqing.
If not for Bai Lian’s resilient body and the seed of vitality within her, she would have turned to dust the moment she absorbed the second Immortal Spirit Stone’s energy.
If this isn’t love, then what is love?
Nothing is more real than this friendship.
“Bai Lian~”
Xia Qingqing softly called her name.
She was about to make a further move when she noticed there were many onlookers.
Clearly, she didn’t want them to see what she was doing.
With a wave of her hand, Bai Lian was engulfed in a surging green light.
Now, no one could tell what was happening between them.
Xia Qingqing nodded contentedly and reached out to gently touch Bai Lian’s cheek.
Her face was as cold as ever, but Xia Qingqing didn’t mind. She knew where it was warm.
Stepping forward, she closed the distance at an incredible speed.
Finally…
Handle with care!
Pa.
Bai Lian’s eyes widened in shock.
“Hey hey… How could you do this!”
It was sudden—two mouths met seamlessly, and they couldn’t pull away.
Stirring. Not distinguishing between you and me.
Bai Lian tried to adjust, but Xia Qingqing was too active.
She wrapped her arms tightly around Bai Lian’s waist, her fingers almost sinking into her.
Despite her weakened state, Bai Lian couldn’t break free from Xia Qingqing’s embrace.
She was slightly worried.
This felt wrong.
She was not the type to play a subordinate role.
Then, Bai Lian felt it—strong life force surging through her mouth, entering her body.
“!?”
It was the power of Ruomu!
She was taken aback.
Xia Qingqing had actually planned this.
The life force revived her, healing the wound on her forehead and rapidly restoring her shattered organs.
Her body began to return to normal.
The opportunity had come!
She absorbed the power desperately.
As Bai Lian became stronger, the true nature of Xia Qingqing’s “feigned bravado” slowly came to light.
Her breathing grew heavier, and her body twitched uncontrollably.
Bai Lian quickly pressed her slackened hands back.
[Now it’s my turn.]
Bai Lian grabbed Xia Qingqing’s butt.
Mirror attack!
“If I don’t teach you a lesson, you’ll get carried away again!”
In a few seconds, Xia Qingqing, struck hard, conceded and pleaded for mercy.
“Sorry… well… I’m sorry… okay, I’m wrong… come on… don’t do this…”
This was normal development.
Bai Lian let go of Xia Qingqing.
Since Xia Qingqing had apologized, she wouldn’t continue.
She licked her lips.
Green Emperor.
Not bad!
Look—Xia Qingqing was now crouched on the ground like a hurt little kitten.
Bai Lian shifted her position to loosen up her joints.
Although Xia Qingqing had imparted some of her life force to her, Bai Lian’s condition was still dire. After all, Xia Qingqing was not Ruomu. If they had fought, Xia Qingqing couldn’t even defeat her fifth Martial Sister, who was only ten years old.
Still, Bai Lian had to thank her.
Without that kiss, she would have already collapsed from exhaustion.
Bai Lian said, “Next, as long as we find your father, the crisis will be over for the time being.”
After a rain, the sky would clear.
She was in a good mood.
To her surprise, Xia Qingqing shook her head.
Her expression grew somber.
“I can’t hold on to that time.”
“???”
The smile on Bai Lian’s face froze. A cloud of gloom suddenly rose in her chest.
Xia Qingqing saw through Bai Lian’s thoughts instantly.
She smiled softly. “It’s not so serious. I remember my promise to you. I will live well.”
“Then…”
Xia Qingqing pointed to the bright sunny sky.
“The Ancient Starry Sky Road is about to open.”
“So what?”
Xia Qingqing’s eyes sparkled. “We can reach the Immortal World through the Ancient Star Sky Road, and the people of the Immortal World can reach us through the same road.”
“…”
“We’re not strong enough. An Earth Immortal alone could disrupt the East Divine Land. If evil Immortal Emperors or even Heavenly Lords come, the East Divine Land will face a darker era.”
Bai Lian had to admit that Xia Qingqing’s words were true.
The master’s archenemy, despite being restricted by the Great Tao, still managed to destroy the world with a single blow.
Xia Qingqing clenched her fist. “I’m very strong. I can suppress the Sea Emperor from a hundred thousand years ago, and I can temporarily block the Ancient Starry Sky Road for another hundred thousand years!”
“You…”
Bai Lian recalled Ruomu’s words.
[You have done enough.]
Xia Qingqing suddenly took her hand. “I volunteered.”
Protecting the East Divine Land is a responsibility she must shoulder as Green Emperor.
She protected it in the past.
She is protecting it now.
She will continue to protect it in the future.
She paused and glanced back at the towering Ruomu.
“In fact, even if we don’t do this, we can’t be together for a while.”
“Why?”
Bai Lian asked.
If it weren’t for her, the Ancient Starry Sky Road wouldn’t have opened, and Xia Qingqing wouldn’t have had to make this sacrifice.
But if she doesn’t seek the Ancient Starry Sky Road, her master will never see hope of breaking the deadlock.
Bai Lian felt a mix of emotions.
Xia Qingqing smiled. “I’ve already given the rest of my life to Ruomu. Normally, I must always be with Ruomu. But things have changed. If I block the Ancient Starry Sky Road and shelter the East Divine Land with my own body, this karma will break the contract. I can return in ten years or more.”
Bai Lian was speechless.
A new task appeared before her.
[Task 1: Stop Xia Qingqing (Reward: Tea Ceremony +8).]
[Task 2: Allow Xia Qingqing’s actions (Reward: Light Skill +1).]
Is this task explicit?
Xia Qingqing added, “In fact, this is a happy thing, isn’t it? Even if I wanted to go back to Qiongming Peak with you now, you probably wouldn’t dare, since your Martial Sisters are still there.”
Ah.
Your observation skills are sharp.
But the real threat isn’t my Martial Sisters—it’s my master!
Heavenly Lord?
“My master is a Heavenly Lord herself.”
Alas.
Bai Lian sighed softly.
In truth, she had already known the answer, but it wasn’t easy to speak aloud.
People change. She was never this indecisive before.
She stepped forward and embraced Xia Qingqing.
This time, there was no mischief. Even their hands were properly placed.
They just silently felt each other’s warmth.
Bai Lian said, “I’ll wait for you to return.”
Ten years?
It may not take that long.
“Hmm.”
Xia Qingqing nodded emphatically.
She felt overjoyed by Bai Lian’s support.
Her anxiety and fear had dissipated the moment Bai Lian spoke.
What was she afraid of?
Bai Lian had always been there!
Gradually, the light around Xia Qingqing grew brighter.
After a long period of fusion, Ruomu’s power returned to her.
Now, she finally bore the grace of the Green Emperor.
Xia Qingqing slowly floated upwards, gazing at Bai Lian with tenderness in her eyes.
“Bai Lian, look at me carefully!”
One day, I will let spring and autumn meet, and chrysanthemum and peach blossom bloom together!
