Revelation of the Way of Heaven

After returning to XY City, Qin Xiaochuan didn't wander around. He stayed in the villa rented by Han Kexin to focus on recovering from his injuries. After all, Gonggong had been resurrected, and they didn't know when another catastrophe would strike. Their time was very precious, and they dared not waste a single moment.

Han Kexin also brought Xiaoying back. This time, everyone was constantly on the go and hardly had a moment to rest. In the evening, they would inevitably have to prepare a sumptuous dinner to reward themselves.

The entire dinner was arranged by Qiu Jie. The first thing Han Kexin and Guo Shiyi did upon returning was to take a bath together. Qiu Jie prepared a very lavish dinner, demonstrating the qualities of a competent housekeeper. It seems that Qiu Jie has made considerable progress by following Guo Tianming these past few days.

Compared to previous dinners after adventures, this one was much more somber. Gonggong's presence hung over everyone like a dark cloud, making it difficult for anyone to truly relax.

"What's wrong with everyone? Why are you all so listless? We've successfully completed our mission and retrieved the Breath Soil, which is something to celebrate," Qin Xiaochuan said, raising his wine glass. "Come on, let's all raise a glass to celebrate!"

Guo Shiyi lazily raised her wine glass and clinked it with his. Although she had just taken a shower, her face was still pale. This time, she was the most seriously injured, so she looked very listless. Otherwise, given her personality, she wouldn't have made the dinner atmosphere so heavy.

"It's not that we're listless, it's just that we really can't muster the energy. We feel a heavy weight in our hearts, like a storm is brewing," Guo Shiyi said weakly.

"Your injury hasn't healed yet, so don't drink alcohol. Have some milk instead." Qin Xiaochuan looked at her with concern, took a bottle of milk from Qiu Jie, heated it in his hand, and then handed it to Guo Shiyi.

Guo Shiyi took the milk with a smile and said, "Weren't you injured too? Why are you drinking?"

"I'm tough, I'll be fine," Qin Xiaochuan said nonchalantly. Guo Shiyi took a sip of milk with both hands, smiled, and remained silent.

"Actually, there's no need for everyone to worry too much. We should believe in the arrangements of fate. No matter what happens, it's all within the workings of the natural order," Qin Xiaochuan continued.

Looking at his composed demeanor, Guo Shiyi suddenly remembered something, blinked her eyes, and asked curiously, "When you fought Gonggong, you reached a state of harmony between water and fire. Have you attained enlightenment?"

"There is no Tao to be found at all." Qin Xiaochuan shook his head with a smile and continued, "We are already in the Tao, but we are bound by some past experiences and ways of thinking. Only by getting rid of those shackles can we discover our true selves."

"I understand the principles, but how do I break free from these constraints?" Guo Shiyi asked, taking a sip of milk.

"I really can't explain it. Actually, it's best to just let things take their natural course. When the time comes, you'll see things clearly. Being too fixated on enlightenment will only trap you." Qin Xiaochuan recalled the scene when he was fixated on the black hole. Although it hadn't been long, it now felt like a dream, or rather, his entire life before it all felt like a dream.

Guo Shiyi was someone who listened to advice, so after hearing what Qin Xiaochuan said, she didn't press the matter further. Anyway, her biggest wish was for everyone to be safe and happy. She took another sip of milk and changed the subject, saying, "By the way, I see that you seem to have learned the Tai Chi Formation under the guidance of the True Martial Ancestor. That's a closely guarded secret of our Wudang Sect."

"Indeed, this supernatural power is extraordinary," Qin Xiaochuan said with a smug smile.

"Then you'll have to teach me in the future." Guo Shiyi puffed out her cheeks and said coquettishly, "I can learn domain skills now. When I learn them, I'll show them to Master and my senior brothers and give them a surprise, hehehe."

"Of course I'll teach you. Even if you don't tell me, I'll still do it." Qin Xiaochuan looked at her affectionately. "Actually, this skill is a bit similar to our spiritual energy flow field. If you learn it too, maybe we can release this skill at the same time, and its power will definitely increase greatly."

"That's amazing! I want to learn too!" Xiaoying exclaimed, holding up a glass of juice.

"Then you'll have to cultivate diligently. You won't be able to play around or sleep in as much as you want anymore," Qin Xiaochuan said with a smile.

"Okay, Xiaoying will cultivate diligently from now on and become as powerful as Uncle Xiaochuan," the little girl said confidently.

Upon hearing this, Guo Shiyi smiled and gently patted her head.

Han Kexin poured the red wine into her mouth and looked through the glass at the group of people laughing and chatting under the bright lights. For some reason, she suddenly felt a strange sense of loneliness.

Qin Xiaochuan also took a sip of red wine and slowly said, "However, after this experience of going astray in cultivation, I have a clearer understanding of myself, and even a deeper understanding of my entire life and destiny."

"How so?" Guo Shiyi asked curiously.

Qin Xiaochuan said, "Before, because my Heavenly Soul was damaged, therefore..."

"Damaged Heavenly Soul?" Guo Shiyi asked, puzzled.

"Oh, I didn't tell you about this." Qin Xiaochuan smiled at her puzzled expression and told her about how he had searched for the Seven Star Lamp to repair his Heavenly Soul and how he had used the Witch Ring to cheat and fake his spiritual power at level 3.

"Oh, so you've been hiding so much from me. No wonder your spiritual power level has improved so quickly. I was wondering about it before, and I thought I wasn't smart enough, which is why you overtook me. I was depressed for a long time." Guo Shiyi looked at him resentfully and pinched his arm as she spoke.

"Hehe." Qin Xiaochuan chuckled smugly, "I had some unavoidable difficulties back then, which is why I couldn't tell you."

"I don't care, this is punishment for you hiding things from me." Guo Shiyi pinched him hard again.

"Oh dear, are you trying to murder your husband? He's still a patient, after all," Qin Xiaochuan said evasively.

"You don't look like a patient at all. Didn't you say it yourself? You're thick-skinned." Guo Shiyi emphasized each word clearly. "And I trusted you so much back then..." As she spoke, she suddenly laughed, probably remembering some funny things from the past.

"Hehe." Qin Xiaochuan chuckled shamelessly and said, "Now that you've voluntarily confessed everything, haven't you?"

"Is there anything else you're hiding from me?" Guo Shiyi scrutinized him.

Qin Xiaochuan stroked his chin, pondering, "Does that count as sometimes secretly staring at the halter tops on girls' necks during high school classes?" Qin Xiaochuan asked cautiously.

"Huh?" Guo Shiyi stared at him in disbelief, and it took her a while to react. "You..." Her face flushed slightly, and she wanted to say something but couldn't get the words out. Finally, she muttered, "So shameless."

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