Chapter 646

Chapter 646: Fan

In the Hidden Spirit Sect, all the high-ranking members gathered in Xu Fan’s room.

Cang Mu knelt by Xu Fan’s bed, feeling guilty.

“The Grand Elder did this to save me.”

“The Grand Elder isn’t in danger yet, so don’t cry like that,” Spirit Cut said from the side.

“Don’t feel guilty. If it were any disciple of the sect, the Grand Elder would do the same,” Xu Gang said, his gaze towards Xu Fan filled with concern.

Xu Fan’s invincible image had already taken root in everyone’s hearts, but Xu Gang still worried.

“The First Clone and Second Clone are both in a normal state, which means the master is fine,” Li Xingci said.

“The master has been affected by the power of nightmares. In this state, he is likely fighting against it; I believe in him,” Li Xingci added.

As everyone spoke, Xu Fan’s expression began to change, and tears flowed from the corners of his eyes uncontrollably.

“Junior brother, what’s happening?” Wang Xiangchi asked anxiously.

“The power of nightmares pulls others into their happiest dream, gradually making them sink in and taking the opportunity to devour their soul and spirit.”

“The master must be experiencing the life he wishes for the most,” Li Xingci said.

“The master’s life…”

Xu Yuexian recalled the small model town sealed in the underground space.

She knew it was the place Xu Fan longed for the most.

“Grapevine, did the master say anything before he fell unconscious?” Xu Gang suddenly asked.

At that moment, a virtual image of Xu Fan appeared before them.

“When I appear, it means I’ve fallen into a predicament and can’t break free.”

“But don’t worry about me; the sect’s current strength is enough to establish itself in the cultivation world.”

“So you should go about your business as usual.”

“The upcoming plans have already been arranged for thousands of years, so don’t worry about having nothing to do.”

“Master, when will you wake up?” everyone asked with concern.

“You’re definitely wondering when I’ll wake up; how would I know?” the virtual image of Xu Fan said with open hands and a smile.

“If I could, I’d love to wait until you all achieve the rank of Great Ascension Master before waking up; then I could finally relax.”

“Now, don’t be sad; it’s not often I come across something interesting, so you should be a bit happier.”

After saying that, the virtual image of Xu Fan smiled and disappeared.

Afterward, following their discussion, the Hidden Spirit Sect entered a semi-closed state.

In the world of nightmares, Xu Fan and his family were happily having a meal together.

“I feel like I’ve lived for hundreds of years in just a moment of distraction.”

“So seeing you all today feels especially close,” Xu Fan said, looking at the people at the dining table.

“Dad, Mom, big brother, sister-in-law, it’s so great to see you all again.”

The family stared blankly at Xu Fan.

“Second brother, did you get hurt by a failed blind date?” Xu Fan’s older brother asked.

He looked at his younger brother, who had always been sensible since childhood, and felt he was not someone easily affected.

“Little Fan seems a bit off today; maybe we should take him to the hospital tomorrow,” Xu Fan’s mom said with concern.

“Stop guessing. I know what’s going on.”

“Little Fan is suffering from forced marriage syndrome. As long as no one rushes him, he’ll be fine after a while,” the woman next to Xu Fan’s older brother said.

“Haha, I’m okay; I just feel like I’ve come to terms with some things,” Xu Fan laughed.

“Big brother, didn’t you want to start your own business?” Xu Fan said as he looked at his mother.

“Mom, you should give the money you saved for my house and dowry to big brother.”

“Let him start a business, and once he succeeds, we can all live comfortably,” Xu Fan said with a smile.

“Little Fan, don’t say such things,” a serious voice rang out.

It was the man seated at the head of the table.

“Dad, I’m serious. Life needs risks, and I believe big brother can succeed after so many years in this field,” Xu Fan said.

“What if he fails? You won’t be able to marry then,” their mother shot a glance at her son.

“Mom, I’m not joking. If I can’t marry, I’ll just stay by your side to take care of you for the rest of my life,” Xu Fan laughed.

“Little Fan, I appreciate your kindness, but that’s your money, and I can’t take it,” Xu Fan’s older brother said.

“Then we’ll talk about this later,” Xu Fan continued eating.

In the following days, after work, Xu Fan would move a small chair and sit in the courtyard.

He’d move around when needed, but mostly he liked to gaze at the sky.

After Xu Fan’s persuasion, his older brother received an investment from his younger brother to chase the dream of marrying a better wife after success.

As expected, he lost all the money, but fortunately, he didn’t incur much debt.

At that moment, Xu Fan, who should have been the most upset, said it didn’t matter.

Women would only take away from his time spent looking at the sky.

In the end, though Xu Fan was still being pressured into blind dates, due to lack of resources, he never succeeded.

Xu Fan finally decided to coast through life, using all his earnings to support the family.

In his free time, he’d take his parents traveling.

Thus, under the pressure of forced marriage, Xu Fan blinked, and he turned 40.

At this time, in the Hidden Spirit Sect, myriad phenomena appeared in the sky, and the entire Ten Thousand-Mile Giant Lake was enveloped by the earth.

“Even in a state of unconsciousness, one can level up!” Spirit Cut said, looking at the sky in shock.

“Our main body is unconscious; aren’t we here?” the First Clone said.

“Are you all not aware of the Grand Elder’s condition at all?” Spirit Cut asked.

The First Clone and Second Clone shook their heads.

“We can’t feel the main body’s situation, but the only thing we can confirm is that he’s constantly battling the power of nightmares,” the First Clone said.

“Don’t worry about the main body; as long as he wants to resist, no force can pull him into an illusion.”

“The power of nightmares is also such a force, so don’t be concerned,” the Second Clone advised.

At that moment in the world of nightmares, Xu Fan suddenly felt an improvement in his mental state, filled with an inexplicable energy.

After work, Xu Fan felt a little strange and muttered, “Why do I feel so energetic all of a sudden?”

“Could it be because I thought of the little pink house?”

As Xu Fan walked along, he turned to glance at a well-known street in the city.

“Forget it; I could buy more pork ribs with this money, wouldn’t that be better?” Xu Fan said as he returned home.

Time passed swiftly, and in the blink of an eye, Xu Fan was over 60 years old.

Though he often dyed his hair, the wrinkles of time on his face couldn’t be erased.

“Mom, how many times have I told you?”

“I’m an immortal from the heavens, here to repay kindness in this life. Besides, I haven’t married, so the Xu family won’t end.”

“Aren’t your two grandsons in college? After they graduate, they can marry.”

“Didn’t you say that was your ultimate goal?”

“Just hold on a little longer.” Xu Fan said, looking at his mother on the hospital bed, with tears in his eyes.