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"Master Liuyun probably also wanted to help Shenhe eliminate the residual will and power of the demon god. However, the remnants of the demon god have been residing in Shenhe's body for at least three days. The remnants of the demon god rooted in Shenhe's body are probably not something that can be removed by ordinary magic—at least it is difficult to remove them without harming Shenhe. But Master Liuyun did not want to harm this poor child, so he decided to take her back to the mountain and ask all the fellow immortals to take care of her."

"That's why Immortal Master Liuyun took Shenhe away directly without sending her home or leaving any news for her family—because the remnants of the demon god were still inside Shenhe's body. If she were sent back, a young girl like Shenhe wouldn't be able to completely suppress the demon god's ferocity. Once this killing intent went out of control, the demon god's remaining resentment and power could destroy the village. Perhaps the best way was to kill Shenhe on the spot and then eliminate the demon god's remnants that had escaped from her body."

"Considering Shen He's strong willpower, perhaps he can suppress the demon god with his own will and slowly eliminate the demon god's remaining will through his willpower. Immortal Master Liuyun took Shen He back to the mountains, guided him into the immortal sect, taught him immortal techniques, and joined forces with the immortals to seal the demon god's will within Shen He using the Red Rope Soul Binding Technique. The Red Rope Soul Binding Technique has a side effect: it makes a person's emotions become weak, but Immortal Master Liuyun needed this side effect precisely—so that Shen He wouldn't think about returning to the mortal world."

"According to Immortal Master Liuyun's investigation, Shen He's parents have already passed away, and her only connection to the mortal world is that village. Immortal Master Liuyun probably didn't eliminate the lingering demonic aura in the village because of this—she hopes the villagers will move away. If one day Shen He secretly slips down the mountain and returns to her old home, her murderous nature might flare up, causing great harm. In fact, Shen He did secretly go down the mountain, but Immortal Master Liuyun knows this and has been secretly watching over her."

"According to Shen He, once she grows up, the immortals such as Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhen Jun and Xiao Yue Zhu Yang Zhen Jun will no longer teach her martial arts and magic, but instead teach her to cultivate her character and suppress her murderous nature. This shows that the ultimate goal of Liu Yun and the others in teaching Shen He is to help her suppress her murderous nature and be able to coexist with the remnants of the demon god in her body."

"But even with Xiao Shangxian's willpower, she was tormented by the 'karmic obstacles' within her body. Shen He is, after all, just a human. Even with the willpower of an immortal, she still couldn't withstand the long-term erosion of the demonic remnants. Shen He also told me that the red rope's effectiveness has its limits. Recently, she often felt that she couldn't suppress that murderous nature by simply cultivating herself. But Shen He's childhood experiences proved to us that her willpower might really be able to suppress the demonic god within her."

Han Fulai sighed as he finished speaking.

"This is the truth behind Master Liuyun's arrangement for Shen He to descend the mountain. This is a test, a test from the Liyue Clan for Shen He."

"As the saying goes, 'prevention is worse than cure.' Nearly twenty years of suppression has reached its limit. Shen He needs an opportunity to completely unleash this killing intent, and then try to control it. And coincidentally, there is some good news that is not good news: Liyue will soon be attacked. And the attacking enemy will be the perfect target for Shen He."

"This is why, even though the immortals knew that enemies were going to attack Liyue, they did not stop them in advance. They only sent Shen He down the mountain to quell the attack, while they themselves guarded the area in secret."

"Judging from the urgency with which Lady Ningguang is rebuilding the Jade Pavilion, the enemy is obviously coming from the sea—is there a better fighting environment than the sea? After all, when we fought against Ausel, it was also in the Cloud Sea."

"Therefore, the Liyue immortals set up two lines of defense. One was Ningguang's Jade Pavilion, for which Master Liuyun even instructed Shenhe to help rebuild the Jade Pavilion. Of course, this was just to give Shenhe a suitable reason to come down the mountain. If necessary, the immortals would take over the Jade Pavilion's magic array to defend against enemies. The other reason for Shenhe's coming down the mountain was to let her quell the impending disaster in Liyue. The immortals, as the examiners of this test, formed the second line of defense, and if Shenhe lost control, they would step in to suppress her."

Han Fulai turned his back, took a few steps, and opened the office window.

Outside the window, the lights of countless homes in Liyue Harbor shone brightly.

Chapter Ninety: I will guide your historical process.

"The True Lord of Clouds and Wind always taught Shen He: 'Only when you learn to use your power for others can you truly integrate into human society.'"

Han Fulai sighed softly.

"To Immortal Master Liuyun, she probably already regards Shenhe as her own child. Parents love their children and plan far ahead for them."

He recalled his conversation with True Lord Liuyun Borrowing Wind last night. He had asked True Lord Liuyun Borrowing Wind why Shen He had to quell this calamity, and True Lord Liuyun Borrowing Wind had replied as follows—

"Because this child... is, after all, human."

He turned around and looked at Gan Yu.

"Gan Yu, do you remember what I just said about someone in my world who is possessed by a nine-tailed fox demon god?"

Gan Yu nodded. "I remember."

"That person, at first, was just like Shen He, unable to find a place to belong in the village, and treated as an outcast in human society. But in the end, he was accepted by the villagers and became friends with many people. Can you guess how he did it?" Han Fulai asked.

"...He used the power of the Nine-Tailed Fox to protect the villagers, didn't he?" Gan Yu's voice was calm, as if she already knew the answer. In fact, this was the plan that True Monarch Liuyun Jiefeng had told her.

“Yes,” Han Fulai said. “The immortals’ scheme has one ultimate goal—to make Shen He a hero of Liyue Harbor.”

"If Shen He can control her bloodlust and drive away the invading enemies, then she will be a hero who protects Liyue Harbor—integrating into Liyue Harbor and returning to human society would be a win-win situation and a perfect ending."

Han Fulai smiled as he said this, for if he could, he would also like to see this perfect ending.

“But that’s assuming everything goes smoothly. Reality isn’t that simple,” Gan Yu said.

"I know," Han Fulai said, lowering his head.

"Whether Shen He herself can control her bloodlust is still unknown. Even if she can, will the enemy's combat strength exceed expectations? Even putting all that aside, just the situation with Lady Ningguang alone will make things much more complicated—there is never a flawless plan in this world."

"So... Lady Ningguang also informed you?" Gan Yu asked.

“No.” Han Fulai shook his head. “It’s precisely because there isn’t that I guessed Ningguang’s intention. After all, she’s already prepared everything, hasn’t she?”

The two looked at each other in silence.

After a long silence, Gan Yu walked to the window and leaned against his shoulder.

She spoke softly, her voice barely audible: "If... I mean if, if it were necessary, could you bring yourself to do it?"

Han Fulai was taken aback. He had considered this question before; he had asked Liu Yun Jie Feng Zhenjun about it last night. His question was: "Second question. What will happen if Shen He unties the red rope binding her?"

The response from the True Lord Liuyun Jiefeng was, "You will die."

He hesitated for a moment before answering Gan Yu: "If the opponent is a demon god, it should be possible."

"And the opponent is Shen He?" Gan Yu continued to ask.

Han Fulai shook his head. "I promised your master that I would take good care of Shen He and wouldn't let this happen."

"It means you can't bring yourself to do it. But I can," Gan Yu said softly.

Han Fulai's eyes widened. "She's your junior sister!"

"The demon god, who has suppressed his killing intent for nearly twenty years, will have his bloodlust pent up for almost twenty years. Once it erupts, no one knows what the consequences will be. We have already made the worst-case scenario plan."

Gan Yu leaned against the window, gazing at the lights of Liyue Harbor.

"You didn't experience the War of the Demon Gods, but I did. In those days, even comrades who had fought side by side the day before would show no mercy if they were on the opposite side today." Gan Yu's tone was somewhat sad. "I was young then, and most of the time I was responsible for using magic to heal the wounded, but I also witnessed friends turning against each other on the battlefield, and brothers killing each other. Back then, the Emperor had the 'Unmoving Mysterious Stone Appearance,' and he showed no mercy even to his closest friends... Now, it's our turn."

"Liyue Harbor today is the result of the ruthlessness of the past. Look at every light in Liyue Harbor, there is a family. Everyone has parents, siblings, relatives and friends. If everyone chooses to protect only their own family, then who will protect them?"

"Therefore, if necessary, I will take action against Shen He."

When Gan Yu said this, her voice was unusually calm, as if it were a matter of course.

"But I don't want you to see this either..."

Gan Yu turned her head to look directly at Han Fulai.

"So, Shen He, you'll be in my care. These next few days... you should go on a business trip. Go to investigate Biyue River, or Qingce Village, anywhere is fine, just don't stay in Liyue Harbor."

He understood that Ningguang excluded him; he also understood that the immortals excluded him; he had thought that Ganyu would support him, and his first thought was to win Ganyu's support, but now Ganyu was also excluding him.

He knew this was Gan Yu's way of showing him tenderness, but he couldn't accept it.

“Actually, I also really like Shen He, my junior sister,” Gan Yu said. “I also hope everything goes smoothly. But from my perspective, I must prioritize the safety of Liyue Harbor—this time we don’t have the Emperor backing us up. He left Liyue Harbor a few days ago.”

"……I see."

Han Fulai finally understood why Zhongli left him a wisp of immortal power at this time—because Zhongli was unable to provide support during this period, and could only try to enhance the existing combat power of Liyue Harbor.

"...So this is what 'willing to take the bait' means, huh? You're something else." Han Fulai recalled Zhongli's message in the restriction and gave a wry smile.

Zhongli Ming had clearly calculated his personality and knew he would definitely get involved, which is why he set up a restriction on the cave of the True Lord of Qixia in Minghai. If he had honestly followed the normal channels to obtain the "Mingxia Floating Life Stone," the whole matter would naturally have been none of his concern, because in that case he would have no way to influence the situation.

However, this also means that Zhongli believed he had the ability to influence the situation.

This is both a sign of trust in him and a test for him.

Shen He lay in the next lounge, completely unaware that two people outside were arguing about her future.

Han Fulai thought about Shen He's smile last night; it was a somewhat lonely smile—but very beautiful.

"A person's fate depends on both their own efforts and the course of history," Han Fulai whispered, repeating what he had told Shen He the night before.

Shen He has been fighting against the demon within her for nearly twenty years. After such a long personal struggle, it's time for her to begin her own historical journey.

"I will be the one to guide your historical process," Han Fulai thought to himself.

He made up his mind once again.

"I won't leave," Han Fulai said.

Gan Yu gently shook her head and said, "Master and the others... as well as Lady Ningguang, it doesn't matter whether you're in Liyue Harbor or not if all the plans go smoothly. If they don't go smoothly... it's better if you're not there."

Han Fulai emphasized, "Because I'm here, things won't get to that point."

Gan Yu looked into Han Fulai's eyes, and Han Fulai stared back at Gan Yu without backing down.

Gan Yu finally understood that Han Fulai was serious.

"What is your plan?" Gan Yu asked.

"The Great Dao is fifty, the Heavenly Dao is forty-nine, and man escapes one. There is always a glimmer of hope in everything... as long as Gan Yu, you promise me one thing."

What do you want me to do?

"I need you to promise me that no matter what happens the day after tomorrow... don't let anyone come to save me, including you."

Chapter 91 There will always be someone willing to strive to overturn the laws of nature.

The next morning, Han Fulai went out.

Shen He had expended too much energy refining the immortal talisman and needed time to meditate and recuperate. Han Fulai left Shen He at the Moon Sea Pavilion, entrusting him to Gan Yu's care. Therefore, he went out alone today.

In fact, even if Shen He didn't need to rest, Han Fulai would definitely find another reason to keep Shen He in Yuehai Pavilion today—because Shen He couldn't know what he was going to do today.

He was going to see two people today. One of them was naturally the most important person in the plan, the one who would almost determine the success or failure of everything—Tianquan Star Ningguang. According to the schedule he got from Gan Yu, Ningguang would return to the temporary office at Yuehai Pavilion this afternoon to handle official business, while in the morning, he planned to see the other person—someone who seemed detached from everything and had no connection to what was about to happen.

Han Fulai went to Bubulu.

Pharmacist Agui was busy at the counter. Ningguang needed a large quantity of healing medicine, and even though he had been working overtime all day, he was still far from having enough. Upon seeing Han Fulai, his first reaction was—"Mr. Han, we really don't have any more Glass Lilies, Glass Bags, or Tranquilizing Hearts! What we sold you last time was all we had!"

Han Fulai smiled and waved his hand: "I've come to Bubu Lu this time to discuss something with your boss, Mr. Bai Shu. Please inform him."

Agui agreed and went to the back room to find someone. A moment later, Baishu appeared in front of Han Fulai.

"Hello, Mr. Bai." Han Fulai bowed.

Bai Shu noticed that Han Fulai didn't seem to be there to seek medical advice, and a hint of curiosity appeared on his face. The small snake around Han Fulai's neck, named "Chang Sheng," seemed to share his curiosity, peeking out and scrutinizing him.

"What brings you here, Mr. Han?"

Han Fulai smiled slightly and said, "I would like to ask Mr. Bai if the promise you made to me last time still stands?"

"What did I promise you?" Bai Shu was taken aback. He didn't remember promising Han Fulai anything.

“When I left Bubulu the day before yesterday, Mr. Bai said, ‘If you need any help, you can come to Bubulu to find me.’ And right now, I happen to need Mr. Bai’s help,” Han Fulai said with a smile.

Bai Shu chuckled. He had only said the usual polite words when he left last time, but he never expected that someone would take those polite words seriously.

But his smile quickly faded, for he remembered that this famous Vice Minister Han of Yuehai Pavilion was not the kind of person who would come specifically to joke with him.

“Then, Mr. Han, why don’t you come inside and talk with me?” Bai Shu said, gesturing for him to enter.

The two entered the inner room and sat down. Bai Shu spoke first, saying, "Mr. Han, please speak frankly. If Bu Bu Lu has done anything wrong and displeased the Seven Stars, please let us know."

Han Fulai shook his head. "Mr. Bai, you misunderstand. Although I am a civil servant, I am not here on official business. I really have some personal matters that I hope Mr. Bai can help with."

"Oh? What is it?" Bai Shu asked.

"When I last visited Bubulu, Mr. Bai's extensive knowledge left a deep impression on me. I followed Mr. Bai's advice and went to Feiyun Chamber of Commerce to look for the 'Mingxia Floating Life Stone,' and sure enough, I got a clue." Han Fulai did not explain his purpose for coming, but instead talked about the past.

Although Bai Shu was unaware of the situation, he still adopted a humble attitude: "It's good that this can be of help to Mr. Han. I suppose the reconstruction of Qunyu Pavilion is progressing smoothly?"

"Thanks to Mr. Bai, the 'Mingxia Floating Life Stone' has been found. However, we've encountered a bit of trouble in making the 'Thousand Wonders Core.' Where can we find the 'Secret Essence Stone' needed for the 'Thousand Wonders Core'? I hope Mr. Bai can offer some guidance," Han Fulai said.

“‘Secret Flower Stone’… It’s said to be a strange stone that can communicate the power of Yin and Yang…” Bai Shu pondered for a moment and replied, “The ‘Miscellaneous Talks on Mountains and Stones’ says that there is a Secret Flower Stone in the south of Tianheng Mountain, in the middle of a lake, at the turn of dawn and dusk. Mr. Han can go to the southern part of Tianheng Mountain and search in the direction of the sunset at dusk. Perhaps he can find something.”

"Mr. Bai is indeed very knowledgeable. I knew I had come to the right person." Han Fulai smiled and took out a book from his bag. It was the book he had obtained from Shen He's old home, "Miscellaneous Talks on Mountains and Rocks".

"This... Mr. Han, are you perhaps testing me?" Bai Shu's expression was somewhat embarrassed.

"No, no, it's just that we can't completely trust ancient books, so we asked Mr. Bai, an expert, to confirm." Han Fulai still had a smile on his face. "I suppose it's only natural that Mr. Bai has saved countless lives over the years, searched for rare and precious medicines to cure diseases, and read through ancient books. By the way, how long has Mr. Bai's hermitage been open?"

“It’s been more than ten years since I came to Liyue,” Bai Shu replied.

"Then Mr. Bai must have met someone more than ten years ago. That person came from a branch of the Liyue exorcist family and lived in Tianheng Mountain. He sought medical help everywhere to save his seriously ill wife, and I suppose he also consulted Mr. Bai?" Han Fulai asked unhurriedly.

“Over the past ten years or so, I have seen countless patients. How could I possibly remember every single one of them?” Bai Shu forced a smile.

“No rush, let me tell Mr. Bai a story from the past. It’s a story I saw yesterday in an abandoned village in Tianheng Mountain.” Han Fulai still smiled, speaking casually as if he were really telling Bai Shu a story.

"More than a decade ago, in a village in Tianheng Mountain, there was a loving couple from a Liyue exorcist family. The wife was diagnosed with a terminal illness, and there was no cure. The husband sought out famous doctors everywhere and finally found one who was willing to try to treat his wife."

"To be precise, the method the doctor gave might not be considered a 'treatment,' but rather a 'resurrection.' Although his wife's illness was incurable, perhaps death did not represent the end. This doctor was very knowledgeable, so he advised the husband to find some sacrificial materials, summon the gods, and resurrect his wife."

"However, the husband performed a sacrificial ritual, which summoned the remnants of a demon, resulting in a tragedy. Not only did he fail to resurrect his dead wife, but he also lost his own life and that of his six-year-old daughter."

After Han Fu finished speaking, he quietly looked at Bai Shu.

Bai Shu remained silent for a long time, then sighed softly and said, "The idea of ​​the dead coming back to life is utter nonsense. The dead cannot be brought back to life; this is the law of nature. The law of nature cannot be defied."

“But there are always people willing to strive to overturn the laws of nature.” Han Fulai remained calm as he looked at Bai Shu, waiting for her answer.

Bai Shu shook his head. "Why would Mr. Han think that the doctor in the story is me? Is it just because I am a doctor and happen to have practiced medicine in Liyue for more than ten years?"

"Of course, that's not all. I have at least four reasons to support my judgment."

Han Fulai held up one finger, “Reason one: the Seven Treasured Mountains Classic.”

“When I visited last time, Mr. Bai immediately told me the origin of the ‘Mingxia Floating Life Stone’ and quoted a passage from the ‘Seven Treasures Mountain Classic’, which left a deep impression on me. I do know a little about this book and know that in addition to geography and products, it also records many legends of gods and monsters, as well as sacrificial rites.”

Chapter Ninety-Two, "The Seven Treasures Mountain Classic," - Death and Resurrection

"The husband, in an attempt to bring his deceased wife back, found a method to summon the gods in an ancient book, which led to this tragedy. So I wondered, could that ancient book be the 'Seven Treasured Mountains Classic'?"