AWB Chapter 139 Xuan Yue: It seems like we've gone too far...
Chapter 139 Xuan Yue: It seems like we've gone too far...
"How was the situation underwater just now?" Ningguang also rushed over from not far away to inquire about the situation.
Shen He: "It's resolved. She was injured when she dived underwater, so it didn't take us much effort."
Ningguang: "That's good. In any case, we've finally weathered this crisis safely. Please come to Qunyu Pavilion later; I'll treat you to a good time."
"Lord Ningguang, news has come from the fleet that the water monster has left the vicinity of Guyun Pavilion, and the surrounding sea area has returned to normal!" A Qianyan soldier rushed over and brought them the good news.
Ningguang: "Thank you for your hard work. How is the Thousand Rock Army doing?"
"Thanks to the medicine prepared by Lady Ningguang and the on-the-spot command of Lady Keqing, we managed to minimize the damage." The soldier then gave Shen He a solemn military salute: "Of course, we also want to thank this young lady for her help. On behalf of all the brothers of the Thousand Rock Army, I express my gratitude to you."
"I..." Shen He was at a loss for words in response to the sudden gratitude.
Paimon: "Shinhak protected us, just like a hero in a traditional opera!"
Shen He: "That's wonderful. Next time I hear Mr. Yun sing, I should be able to accept those praises without feeling guilty. Although I didn't intend to be a hero, I just wanted to protect you."
"Let the soldiers rest well. But we must not be too complacent and must be vigilant against her making a comeback."
"Yes!"
Ningguang dismissed the soldiers behind her and changed the subject to the nearby cliff: "After observing in secret for so long, have you come to any conclusions?"
Liu Yun was standing there when he came into their view: "Hmph, you ask for my opinion? If it weren't for Shen He's intervention, things would never have gone so smoothly."
Ningguang: "I don't deny that. However, it's just that the process will be more difficult, but the final victory will still belong to us."
"At worst, I can just smash up another Qunyu Pavilion."
Liu Yun: "You..."
"Alright, Liu Yun, this battle was quite remarkable." Kong Lingdu's voice rang out first, and the next second, Xuan Yue appeared beside Liu Yun.
"Your Majesty." Liu Yun took the lead and bowed first.
Ningguang realized the identity of the white-robed, blindfolded immortal and immediately bowed to the figure.
"No need for formalities." Xuan Yue raised her hand in the air and helped Ning Guang up as she was about to bend over.
“Xuan… uh, it’s Lord Tianjun…” Paimon almost called out Xuan Yue’s name. To be honest, she used to mix up the names “Xuan Yue”, “Qing Yue”, and “Jin Xuan”. It was still a little strange to formally call him “Lord Tianjun”.
Liu Yun flapped its wings and flew away from the mountaintop, while Xuan Yue leaped from the cliff and landed in front of them.
Xuan Yue: "...Does it hurt?"
Empty, Shen He: "???"
"Looks like two silly kids again." After saying that, Xuan Yue raised her right hand, and a faint energy was transmitted into Kong and Shen He's bodies, and their wounds were healing rapidly in front of the naked eye.
"Wow! That's amazing, they're healed in no time!" Paimon exclaimed, circling around the two of them as he looked at the repaired wounds.
"...In short, this battle has at least proven to us the feasibility of an 'era of rule by man.'" Xuan Yue turned to Ning Guang: "Your imitation and modification of the Returning Machine proves that you do indeed have some novel ideas."
“You have indeed made great progress compared to last time by learning from your failures and making preparations in advance to deal with crises. But—” Liu Yun changed the subject: “There will be more tests to come, and I will always be watching over you.”
"Thank you for your affirmation, Heavenly Lord. I assure you both that as long as I remain in the position of Heavenly Authority, I will protect the safety of Liyue."
Ningguang solemnly promised that this has always been her principle.
Xuan Yue: "Though I govern 'Order,' 'Contracts' remain an indispensable part of Liyue. Therefore, Ningguang, the Celestial Star, you must bear the responsibility for your words. Whether in the future or now..."
"Of course, Ningguang has no choice but to do it."
With the business settled, Liu Yun began to worry about Shen He: "Shen He, a few years ago I saw you sneak down the mountain, only to return quietly with a sad expression. Is your state of mind different this time you came to Liyue Harbor?"
Shen He: "Yes. Although I can't quite explain it... I'm happier than I imagined."
As he spoke, Shen He couldn't help but glance at Kong beside him.
"That's good. Traveler, I'll leave Shen He to you in this matter. Speaking of which, I remember many interesting things about her childhood..."
"!!!" Shen He breathed a sigh of relief.
"Cough cough cough!!" Xuan Yue suddenly covered her mouth and coughed, her face looking a bit pale, which distracted Liu Yun's attention.
Liu Yun: "Your Majesty! Are you feeling unwell anywhere?"
"...Cough cough, it's nothing. I'll just go back to Jueyun Realm and rest for a while. I guess I've been a bit tired lately." (Seriously, didn't you see the scared look on Shen He's face?...Sigh, for your precious disciple, I can only make do with this.)
"Okay, let's go back as soon as possible." (It's likely that the big battle left some lingering injuries. We need to get back quickly so everyone else can get checked out.)
"Shen He, we'll be going now." Liu Yun hurriedly said goodbye to Shen He and immediately made a move to carry Xuan Yue back to Jueyun.
"Okay, Master, and goodbye to Lord Tianjun." Shen He breathed a sigh of relief. His master really was a great talker...
Xuan Yue: "I can go back by myself."
"If you don't want to be worried about by the Great Sage Who Subdues Demons, you'd better not use any means, including your powers, right now." Liu Yun's words were full of threats.
Xuan Yue (outwardly calm, but inwardly feeling wronged): "Okay, okay, I'll listen to you."
He didn't want Xiao to know. Others might just breathe a sigh of relief if he pretended to be sick, but his little golden roc would definitely take it seriously, very seriously.
"Alright, then fly more steadily." In the end, Xuan Yue had no choice but to sit on Liu Yun's back and fly towards Jue Yun Jian.
After watching them leave, Paimeng whispered to Shen He and Kong, "Is Jin Xuan really injured? Was it... that time when he was injured?"
Sora: "...Hmm, maybe. I'll go check it out later."
Shen He: "Okay."
Ningguang, who was watching Liu Yun and the others leave, did not notice the three of them talking quietly. When she came to her senses, she quickly thanked them: "Thank you all for your help today. Please get some rest. When you are tired, come to Qunyu Pavilion."
"We will celebrate both the completion of the Jade Pavilion and Liyue's successful passage through the crisis. This banquet will surely be more lively than ever before."
Paimon: "Okay, thank you for the invitation, Ms. Ningguang. We won't be late, so we'll go and rest now."
"Well, be careful on the road."
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"Huff...huff...huff...we're up. We finally made it to Mount Aozang." Paimon said breathlessly. Since it was Xiaoyue and Lishui who took them to Qingyue's cave last time, they had no idea where to find Xuanyue now.
Shen He: "The residences of the Heavenly Lord and the Emperor are the most hidden among the immortals; without a token, they cannot be found at all. We came to Mount Aozang for two reasons: firstly, Master brought the Heavenly Lord here to try his luck, and secondly..."
"Secondly what?" As the three were talking, Xuan Yue appeared in front of them. He had already removed the white blindfold, and his strange eyes were now looking at the three people opposite him with a lively gaze.
Paimon: "Jin Xuan, are you alright? Don't push yourself if you're injured."
"...Looks like my acting is still so convincing after all these years, I even fooled you all. I was just pretending to distract Liu Yun. It's one thing if she didn't notice, but you guys came too." Xuan Yue felt a surge of joy as she looked at the three adorable girls in front of her with their eyes wide open.
Kong: "But where is True Lord Liuyun Borrowing Wind? Why are you the only one here?"
"Oh no! I almost forgot. I don't have time to explain to you. I'm running away first." After saying that, Xuan Yue planned to flee immediately.
"Xuan Yue!" Liu Yun had already caught up, followed by Li Shui and Xiao Yue.
(Great, it's over, there's no escape now.) (〒▽〒)
"Sigh, I'll take you back first. Thank you for making this trip. Have a great time."
"and many more…"
Before they could finish their empty words, everything went black, and when they opened their eyes, they were already in Liyue Harbor.
What just happened?