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You Were Born a Nobleman, Chapter Eighty-Five: I Want to Be Above You (Ten Thousand Updates)
The long corridor echoed with Kong Xuan's heartbeat. He felt as if each step was treading on his heart. The mottled murals flashed before his eyes, and the fake Azure Water Lotus still bloomed. He stared at the wall depicting Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, gently pushed it with his hand, and the stone door opened. Shu Que Wu Pan.
Kong Xuan took a deep breath and nervously stepped inside.
There was no way to avoid fear; although the curse in this cave was not cast by him, he knew it was indeed his Peacock Great Bright Heart Mantra.
He casually tore apart the chaos, bit his fingertip to let blood sprinkle into the air, then silently recited an ancient demon clan incantation. As light and shadow flickered, words glimmered with silver light, twisting and entangling in the air before transforming into delicate threads of flowers, dissipating all ice and fire karmic obstacles into nothingness. In the vast stone cave, a woman with a pale face and dark blue lips sat cross-legged, seemingly still murmuring something. Kong Xuan's heart leaped with joy as he stepped forward and embraced her, rubbing his cheek against hers. "Tang Zisu."
Tang Zisu, Tang Zisu, Tang Zisu, open your eyes and look at me; do not let me suffer from loss again.
Tang Zisu slowly opened her eyes. She struggled to raise her hand as if trying to touch Kong Xuan's face. He grasped her hand and pressed it against his cheek. His eyes were red but held back tears: "Tang Zisu, I’m late; I’m sorry."
Tang Zisu's dry lips moved slightly as she spoke in an almost inaudible voice: "Not late; just in time when I could no longer hold on." After saying this, her head tilted, and she fainted.
Lang Ye rushed in: "What’s wrong? Is she okay?"
"How could she be okay? A whole night of burning fire in my heart and freezing ice in my bones. I need to take her back to Hell; there are many rare herbs in the Demon Palace."
Lang Ye looked at Kong Xuan's bloodshot eyes and patted his shoulder: "Bird, she will be fine; you have to hold on. Also, I owe you an apology; I need to find Softy. If something happened to Tang Zisu, she wouldn’t be absent from sight."
Kong Xuan nodded: "Then you should go quickly and return swiftly; be careful."
Lang Ye nodded and then jumped out of the cave, heading towards the Shrine.
Kong Xuan, unable to transform while holding Tang Zisu, summoned the Five-Colored Cloud and flew directly to the Demon Palace.
As he landed in front of the stone door, he saw Mei Xiao casting a spell to restore the Liuli Tree. Noticing Kong Xuan carrying someone inside, she hurried over and asked, "What happened?"
Kong Xuan didn't have time to explain and simply said, "Quickly find all the Lingzhi Herbs and Ginseng Holy Medicine. Hurry."
He placed Tang Zisu on the couch; she was barely breathing, hanging by a thread.
When Mei Xiao entered with a pile of medicinal herbs, Kong Xuan was channeling True Qi into Tang Zisu. He felt as if his True Qi had entered Tang Zisu's body like a fish returning to the sea, completely untraceable. He held her wrist and couldn't help but furrow his brow.
"They're here, they're here." Mei Xiao spread everything out on the table and asked Kong Xuan which one he needed.
Kong Xuan swept his hand across the table, knocking everything to the floor. Despite having a large pile of Celestial Herbs, none could save Tang Zisu.
Mei Xiao was at a loss for what to do and kept urging, "Ming Wang, please don't panic. Just tell me what you need, and I'll go get it."
Kong Xuan let out a low growl, like a trapped beast: "Get out."
Mei Xiao was so frightened that she dashed outside, colliding with Pojun.
Pojun seemed reluctant to approach her and quickly moved away: "What's wrong? Why are you in such a hurry?"
“Ming Wang is back and is furious inside the house.”
Breaking Army frowned and strode into the room.
He coldly glanced at the unconscious Tang Zisu, then said to Kong Xuan, “How can we save her? Tell me what I need to do.”
“I don’t know, I don’t know. Breaking Army, she was injured by the Peacock Great Bright Heart Mantra, and I have no idea how to save her.”
Breaking Army's eyes blazed with anger as he grabbed Kong Xuan, saying, “Kong Xuan, you’ve changed. How did you become so weak and indecisive? It’s all about taking action; you won’t find a way to save her like this.”
Kong Xuan looked into Breaking Army's eyes and pleaded, “Breaking Army, help me. What should I do?”
Seeing Kong Xuan in such distress softened Breaking Army’s demeanor. “I’ll go gather some information.”
After Breaking Army left, Kong Xuan regained his composure. He infused True Qi into Tang Zisu and instructed Mei Xiao to brew a reishi mushroom soup. After all, he was the Peacock Great Ming King; what was there to fear? If necessary, he would storm the Underworld to rescue her. Even if he had to burn down Yama's Ten Halls, he would bring back his Tang Zisu.
A few hours later, Breaking Army returned with a skilled healer from the Three Mountains and Five Peaks. Everyone shook their heads after examining her; although they offered some precious medicines, they were of no use.
Kong Xuan felt as if his blood was being drained from his body. He was freezing all over, and even his muscles began to contract.
He ordered everyone out and slammed the door shut.
Breaking Army nearly bumped his nose against the door panel. He leaned against it and knocked twice before raising his foot to kick it open. Mei Xiao gestured for him to stop and shook his head, which finally made him abandon the impulse to kick down the door.
Po Jun kicked the stone pillar outside in frustration. "Damn it, where has that wolf gone? Always disappears when there's something going on. What a piece of work."
Mei Xiao, now quite virtuous, spoke softly, "The Wolf King might have other matters to attend to. Ming Wang, he is just worried; you must hold yourself together."
Po Jun punched the pillar again, saying, "I don't believe it." As soon as he finished speaking, he leaped into the clouds and vanished in an instant.
Mei Xiao watched his departing figure, her face revealing a strange expression that was hard to tell if it was a smile or a cry.
Tang Zisu lay on the Translucent Water Jade bed, her long hair spread out, eyes tightly shut, her complexion pale as snow.
Kong Xuan stood guard over her, tracing her brows and eyes with his fingers. The cold touch felt like a branding iron, etching deeper into his heart bit by bit. His heart trembled with pain as he fought against the excruciating sensation with the last remnants of strength in his body.
Is there really no way? She is a priestess blessed by the Buddha Seal; why would she be backfired by the Peacock Heart Curse's formation?
Kong Xuan furrowed his brow tightly, trying to find a clue from the chaotic emotions swirling within him. But his mind felt as if it were pressed down by Lan Yue Peak, blank and without any hint of direction, only filled with the image of this little woman smiling foolishly.
Time passed without him noticing. The room was dim when Mei Xiao pushed open the door, bringing in a Night Pearl and placing a bowl of chicken soup on the table. She gently said, "Ming Wang, you should eat something and rest for a while; I will watch over Miss Tang Zisu."
Kong Xuan remained still, quietly watching Tang Zisu.
Suddenly feeling something was off, Mei Xiao held the Night Pearl close to Tang Zisu's face and then placed her hand on her pulse and heart. All she felt was a stiff body—no pulse, no heartbeat, no warmth.
The Night Pearl fell abruptly to the ground. Mei Xiao's chest rose and fell sharply; she endured and endured until she could no longer hold back. "Ming Wang, Miss Tang Zisu has already passed away."
Kong Xuan looked up in shock, staring blankly at Mei Xiao's purple eyes as if he did not understand what she was saying. Mei Xiao hurriedly knelt down, "Ming Wang, Miss Tang Zisu is already dead. You must face reality."
Kong Xuan remained silent, and it was unclear how much time passed before a drop of bright red tear spilled from his left eye.
The tear flowed down his jade-like face and fell onto Tang Zisu's chest. He could no longer hold back, vulnerably giving his heart to her.
That drop of tear was as red as blood, like a red bean of longing, landing straight on the Malachite necklace on Tang Zisu's chest.
Mei Xiao gasped in surprise; she saw that the tear actually seeped into the green Malachite, as if embedded within it.
"Ming Wang, look." Mei Xiao pointed at the emitted red light for Kong Xuan to see.
But Kong Xuan could no longer look; as a second tear fell, his left eye had already blurred. In the dim room, Mei Xiao was merely a vague silhouette.
"Tang Zisu, Tang Zisu, Tang Zisu."
Ming Wang kept vigil over the lifeless body of Tang Zisu from evening until morning. Mei Xiao watched from a distance, not daring to say another word.
"I’m back." Po Jun burst in, bringing with him the chill of the snow-capped mountains.
"Shh." Mei Xiao placed her finger to her lips and gestured with her eyes. Po Jun glanced around and walked straight forward.
"Ming Wang, I found a way to save her."
After a while, Kong Xuan looked up, smiling gently and warmly, "What is it?"
Mei Xiao suddenly sensed something was off. Ignoring that Po Jun disliked her touching him, she grabbed his arm and shook her head vigorously.
Po Jun shook Mei Xiao off, "I went to Kunlun and met the Kunlun Lord."
Kong Xuan seemed not to understand what he was saying; there was no expression on his face. It felt as if his heart was pressed by a block of ice, and the organs in his stomach were frozen as well. Whatever Mei Xiao and Po Jun said or did seemed to reach his ears through some barrier, making it feel particularly unreal.
"Stop being sarcastic, okay? You know how difficult it is to go to Kunlun even though the Kunlun Lord promised Chiyou to protect the demon clan. I risked my life to meet him, and he said the Crimson Fire Pearl from Flame Mountain can save her."
Kong Xuan suddenly looked up, his eyes deep as the sea, "Crimson Fire Pearl?"
"Yes, the pearl is in Iron Fan Princess's hands. You know she is sworn sisters with the Celestial Maiden. I also went to Snow Mountain and found Lijia." As he spoke the last few words, Po Jun's voice weakened; he feared Kong Xuan would blame him for constantly seeking help from Lijia.
Unexpectedly, Kong Xuan completely skipped over that part and only asked, "What did Lijia say?"
"She has already gone to Flame Mountain and is probably on her way back now. She was worried you would be anxious and asked me to come and deliver the news first."
"Good." Kong Xuan said just one word before standing up. "Po Jun, keep an eye on Tang Zisu for me."
"Kong Xuan, where are you going?"
"To the Underworld."
Without waiting for the obstruction from the Breaker, Kong Xuan had already vanished. He turned back and shouted at Mei Xiao, "Who the hell told me what was going on?"
Mei Xiao stepped forward and pointed at Tang Zisu. "You came back late; she is already dead. Ming Wang has gone to the Underworld to seek her soul."
The Breaker glared at Tang Zisu as if he could pierce her with his gaze, muttering, "What a mess this is," before turning and disappearing.
In the Underworld, once again at Yama's Ten Halls. Above the Yellow Springs, on the Bridge of Helplessness, Kong Xuan walked unsteadily.
The little ghost at the entrance of the Ten Halls was Lang Ye. Upon seeing Kong Xuan, he looked as if he had seen a ghost—oh wait, he actually was a ghost.
Startled by Kong Xuan's appearance, he bumped his head against a pillar and immediately scrambled away without even greeting him.
Kong Xuan caught up to him in two or three steps and grabbed his pointed ear. "Why are you running?"
"I'm scared! Scared that you'll hit me."
Kong Xuan released the little ghost and called out loudly, "Huaisu, come out and see me."
As soon as the voice fell, Huaisu rushed out. Upon seeing Kong Xuan, she was quite polite. "Ming Wang, the Underworld is not a good place; you all shouldn't come here for no reason."
Kong Xuan didn't bother with pleasantries. "Check for me if the soul of the Peacock Valley witch Tang Zisu has arrived here."
Huaisu raised an eyebrow. "Ming Wang is joking; I wouldn't dare to take her soul."
"Why?"
"Do I really need to explain? She has a soul and spirit from before the Infinite Calamity, which already qualifies her as a divine being."
Kong Xuan furrowed her brows tightly. "Then why did she still die?"
"Die? Divine beings can transcend their physical forms while their souls remain eternal. Why should they be bound to a mere mortal body?"
"Huaisu." Kong Xuan shouted, her eyes flashing with cold light. "Don't play tricks with me."
Huaisu sighed, "Alright, aren't you making this difficult for me? Her soul comes from thousands of years in the future; if you want to find her, go there."
"You mean she has gone back? But how do I get there?"
"Ming Wang, the cycle of life and death in the Six Realms is like the turning of a wheel, endless and unceasing. To interfere with the natural order is to invite divine retribution."
"That's nonsense. Why did she come here? Why did we meet? Why does she look just like Light Eye? Don't say you don't know. You gods and buddhas have done some shameless deeds behind the scenes. Since you brought her here, you must keep her. If she can't return today, I'll burn down your Yama's Ten Halls and slaughter all your good and evil spirits to fill your Weak Water Three Thousand."
If anyone else had said this, Huaisu might have laughed it off or even struck them down for their audacity. But when Kong Xuan spoke, it was a different story; this man dared to challenge even the heavens, let alone her small Underworld.
Huaisu's face turned pale with anger. "Kong Xuan, you're being unreasonable. If it weren't for your connection to Peng Yue, I wouldn't tolerate your wild behavior."
"If I weren't Peng Yue's brother, I'd be even more reckless."
The dignified Wheel King of Hell's Ten Yama Kings was almost brought to tears by Kong Xuan. She gritted her teeth and stomped her feet, saying, "I'm scared of you, so here you go."
Kong Xuan caught the incense stick that Huaisu handed over and asked, "What is this?"
"Can't you see? It's incense."
"I know it's incense. Just tell me what it does."
Huaisu rolled her eyes. "Soul Guiding Incense. Once lit, if she wants to come back, she will."
"What do you mean 'if she wants to'?"
"Hey, Kong Xuan, have you been sleeping for three hundred years and gone dumb? If she insists on not coming back, there's nothing anyone can do. We can't just tie her up and bring her back, can we?"
Kong Xuan smirked. "Why not? When she first came here, she didn't want to either."
Huaisu was almost going crazy. "Whether you believe it or not, her coming here has nothing to do with our Underworld. If you keep dragging this out, her physical body might rot away."
Kong Xuan curled her lips. "No need to worry; nothing rots in the Demon Palace. If you have anything that might spoil, feel free to leave it with me."
"You... just go away! Our Underworld doesn't welcome you. From now on, I'm going to put up a sign saying 'No Peacocks or Wolves Allowed!'"
Kong Xuan carefully held the Soul Guiding Incense and bowed slightly to Huaisu, who was so frightened that she kept retreating. "Just go! I can't handle this."
Kong Xuan was about to leave when Huaisu suddenly said, "Peng Yue has left Ling Mountain and is now at Lion Ridge."
Kong Xuan stiffened. Back then, he was trapped in Ling Mountain by Tathagata because of a bet between Tathagata and Peng Yue. He managed to escape, but Peng Yue was left behind, saying he would stay and listen to teachings and learn Buddhism. He ended up staying for over a thousand years. He never expected that Peng Yue had now escaped from that big-eared figure. Kong Xuan turned back and smiled, "You don't need to tell me this. If you want to find him, go ahead. But with Underworld pressing down on you, Yama Hall, you might never gain your freedom."
Huaisu's expression changed. "You should leave quickly; mentioning him just drags me into it."
As Kong Xuan exited Yama Hall, he encountered Po Jun on the Bridge of Helplessness. He frowned, "I told you to watch over Tang Zisu's physical body; why are you here?"
Po Jun replied, "You left without a word; how could I be at ease? With Mei Xiao watching over her, nothing will happen."
Kong Xuan didn't waste any more words and hurried back. In fact, it only took the time of a stick of incense for them to return. Upon entering, they found Mei Xiao dozing in front of Tang Zisu's bed.
Kong Xuan reached out to check Tang Zisu's heart and then transferred some True Qi to her before placing the Soul Guiding Incense into the Doucai Langlan Incense Burner.
The incense burned steadily, releasing a faint fragrance that filled the lungs with an indescribable sense of calm and peace. Kong Xuan focused and softly called out, "Tang Zisu, Tang Zisu, Tang Zisu..."
A stick of incense represents a lifetime; it burned through youthful years but could not extinguish the determination to be together.
The living can die, and the dead can be reborn. Those who cannot coexist with life or return from death are not true feelings.
As the ashes slowly burned away, Kong Xuan clenched his fists tightly, calling out for her soul again and again.
Tang Zisu... Tang Zisu...
We have just begun; how can it end so hastily? I! Will! Not! Allow!
Waiting is the greatest torment for the human heart.
Kong Xuan's eyes shifted between the Soul Guiding Incense and Tang Zisu, with the blood vessels in his left eye becoming increasingly pronounced, almost obscuring his azure pupils.
Po Jun attempted several times to speak but was silenced by Mei Xiao. With a long sigh, he chose to step outside, crouching against the wall with his head in his hands, drawing circles on the ground.
Mei Xiao intended to follow him out but thought better of it and stayed behind.
The incense had burned down completely, leaving a small piece of ash that fell into the burner and turned into fine powder. Kong Xuan's fingers trembled as he pressed his palm, leaving white imprints from his grip.
He turned his gaze away in disappointment, feeling as if his hopeful heart had plummeted into an icy abyss.
Just as he turned his head away, Mei Xiao joyfully exclaimed, "Ming Wang, Miss Tang Zisu has a heartbeat!"
Kong Xuan quickly turned back and pressed his head against Tang Zisu's chest. Though faint, he could still hear the heavenly sound of her heartbeat. He leaned fully against her.
Mei Xiao gently tugged at Kong Xuan. "Ming Wang, the Celestial Maiden has arrived. She came with the Bull Demon King from Flame Mountain. You should go out and meet them."
At this moment, Kong Xuan regained his composure. He stood up, straightened his clothes, and a hint of joy appeared on his otherwise stunningly beautiful face as he gracefully walked out.
In the side hall, Po Jun had already brewed fragrant tea as a servant. The Bull Demon King was tall and rugged, embodying the aura of a formidable demon king. Beside him stood a slender woman with purple hair and fair skin—Celestial Maiden Rika.
Upon seeing Kong Xuan, Liya's beautiful eyes were filled with deep affection. However, she knew it was not the time for reminiscing. She gave a slight bow and pointed to the Bull Demon King beside her. "Brother Xuan, my third brother-in-law specifically came to deliver the Crimson Fire Pearl."
Kong Xuan had a noble and aloof demeanor as he nodded, making it seem like he was not the one seeking help. "Thank you, Brother Niu, for taking the trouble to come here personally."
Bull Demon King smiled in a formal manner. "Not at all, we are both from the same lineage of demons. How could I stand by while Ming Wang is in need? This is not the time for small talk; where is the patient? We need to focus on saving them."
Kong Xuan extended his hand. "Please follow me, Brother Niu. --- Breaking Army Meixiao, please take good care of Celestial Maiden."
As Bull Demon King and Kong Xuan entered the room, Kong Xuan did not rush to let him treat Tang Zisu. He said in a low voice, "Brother Niu, state your conditions!"
Bull Demon King was taken aback but then laughed heartily. "Ming Wang speaks plainly; I appreciate that."
Kong Xuan frowned slightly. "Brother Niu, there is still a patient in the room; please speak quietly."
"Ah, my apologies! I was being reckless. Please forgive me, Ming Wang."
Kong Xuan looked at Bull Demon King with cold eyes, waiting for him to reveal his cards.
The old bull spoke softly, "Do you know that a great sage named Sun Wukong has emerged from Flower Fruit Mountain Water Curtain Cave?"
Kong Xuan shook his head. "Brother Niu, please speak directly. I just woke up from my seal and am unaware of what has happened outside."
The old bull feigned mystery. "That great sage is a stone monkey nurtured by the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. He possesses great abilities and a fierce temperament. Recently, Jade Emperor summoned him to heaven for a minor official position tending to horses, mocking him and disregarding the dignity of our kind. Now he has risen up and declared himself king at Flower Fruit Mountain, vowing to attack Lingxiao Palace."
Kong Xuan shook his head. "Brother Niu, what role do you play in this? Why are you telling me all this?"
The Bull Demon King stroked his thick beard and said, "I have a deep bond with Sun Wukong, so naturally, I must lend him a hand. Our demon clan has always been oppressed by the gods and Buddhas. Three hundred years ago, you led the demon clan to destroy heaven and earth, serving as a model for us. Sun Wukong is very eager to meet you and collaborate on a grand plan to avenge past grievances and restore our demon clan's supremacy in the three realms."
Kong Xuan coldly chuckled, "The battle against the Demon God will surely leave devastation in its wake, with bones scattered everywhere and unrest in the three realms. I am not afraid of being blamed, but you, Bull Demon King, as a relative of the Heavenly Emperor, should think twice about this."
The old bull raised his hand to cover his eyes just right and said, "Ha ha, Ming Wang is joking. What kind of relative am I to him? The Heavenly Emperor has long severed ties with Iron Fan."
Kong Xuan raised his hand to stop him from continuing, "What you mean is quite simple: I help you rebel, and you provide me with the Crimson Fire Pearl. Is that correct?"
Bull Demon King felt a bit embarrassed by Kong Xuan's straightforward words; even the thickest skin couldn't withstand such sharpness. However, he also knew that dragging this out with Kong Xuan was pointless, so he nodded.
"Alright, I agree. Bring me the pearl."
The old bull was still somewhat incredulous, "You agreed just like that?"
"What else can I do? Having rebelled before, I know the ropes well enough; just bring me the pearl."
Bull Demon King brushed off some dust and handed over the box containing the pearl. He then recited the incantation that Kong Xuan had used before stepping back.
Kong Xuan opened the box to find an ordinary pearl inside; nothing seemed special about it. He took it in his hand and began to chant the incantation as instructed by Bull Demon King.
Gradually, a flame began to rise from his palm, its warm red glow contrasting beautifully against his white jade-like skin.
He held the flame above Tang Zisu's head, and slowly, the pearl transformed into tiny fragments of bright red powder that fell into Tang Zisu's body. She appeared to be enveloped in a soft light, her face taking on a warm rosy hue.
Kong Xuan stood still, quietly waiting for Tang Zisu to awaken.
After about the time it takes to brew a cup of tea, Tang Zisu suddenly lifted her finger.
Kong Xuan, not blinking at all, naturally would not miss any change. He stepped forward to support Tang Zisu's hand and gently called out, "Tang Zisu, Tang Zisu, open your eyes and look at me."
Tang Zisu's long eyelashes fluttered, and she slowly opened her eyes.
The moment she opened her eyes, it illuminated Kong Xuan's entire world.
"Tang Zisu, can you see me?"
Tang Zisu squinted and stared at Kong Xuan for a long time. "Who are you? A Persian cat? One red eye and one green eye."
The little beauty that Kong Xuan had painstakingly rescued turned into a little fool as soon as she spoke. He could only smile wryly but still cooperatively said, "As long as you're okay, it doesn't matter what I am."
This sweet talk was simply at the level of world champion!
Tang Zisu struggled to lift her hand to touch his face. "You are my beauty, Old Demon."
It seemed that Kong Xuan did not like this title at all; his face immediately darkened.
Tang Zisu clicked her tongue twice. "Look, you've shown your peacock tail now. Just a moment ago, you were calling me Tang Zisu, Tang Zisu in my ear, and now you're immediately acting proud. Not good, I give you a bad review; I want to return you."
"You dare," Kong Xuan said as he lunged forward, pinning Tang Zisu down. He pressed his face close to hers and whispered hoarsely, "You can't back down. Unless I die, you can't leave me."
Tang Zisu pushed him away, pretending to be in great pain. "You're going to crush me! Get off, you shameless old monster... Wuwu."
All of Tang Zisu's words were swallowed by Kong Xuan. He kissed her lips lightly, savoring the sweetness and softness of their connection, then moved to her cheek, like petals drifting down gently, sprinkling warmth across her brows, eyes, and ears, before returning to her lips, tracing their shape with his tongue as tenderly as if handling a melting spring snow.
He cradled her face in his hands, his deep eyes gazing quietly at her. "Tang Zisu, I'm sorry I'm late."
Tang Zisu stared at him dreamily, her large eyes shimmering with profound and indescribable tenderness. She smiled and said, "You are a bit late; I've been in pain for so long. You need to be punished."
"Alright, I accept the punishment. Whatever it is, I'm fine with it."
"Then come a little closer; I want to tell you something."
Kong Xuan leaned in close to her mouth. She spoke slowly due to her weakness, but the warmth of her breath flowed into Tang Zisu's ear: "I want you on top!"
Kong Xuan suddenly straightened up as if a cat had bitten his ear. He stared at Tang Zisu for three seconds before breaking into a wild and charming smile. "Are you sure?"
Tang Zisu closed her eyes as a form of confirmation.
"Alright, it's a deal. I'll clean up and wait for you!"
Silly Goose, you're stirring up trouble again! You just slipped back from the gates of hell and are already thinking about the Divine Horse; it's simply too ridiculous to bear!
Tang Zisu, being physically weak and having engaged in so many inappropriate activities, naturally fell asleep again. Kong Xuan covered her with a blanket and walked out, where the animals were lined up waiting for his presence.
Breaking Army hurriedly asked, "How is it?"
Kong Xuan nodded, "Breaking Army, I need to thank you this time; it's all thanks to you for running this errand for me."
Breaking Army glanced at Liya and felt quite embarrassed. "There's no need to thank each other among brothers. You should be thanking the Celestial Maiden and the Bull Demon King."
Kong Xuan meaningfully looked at Liya and then said, "Thank you."
Liya, with her gentle and charming appearance, smiled lightly, making the flowers pale in comparison. "Brother Xuan has said it; there's no need to be polite among family."
Kong Xuan approached Liya and said, "Breaking Army is right; I must thank you." As he spoke, he unexpectedly knelt down on both knees.
"Brother Xuan, what are you doing?" Liya hurriedly reached out to pull him up.
However, Kong Xuan remained kneeling: "Liya, your great kindness to me cannot be repaid. Today I kneel and vow that if you ever need anything in the future, I will not hesitate to give my life."
Upon hearing this, Liya's expression turned very grim. She took a few steps back and leaned against a pillar to steady herself. Kong Xuan's words were not just gratitude; they were like placing a knife before her, saying coldly, "I cannot repay what I owe; if you need my life, then take it. I have nothing else to offer."
Breaking Army quickly stepped forward to support Liya. He shot a reproachful glance at Kong Xuan but said nothing.
Kong Xuan said, "Everyone, I'm tired and want to take a nap. Please feel free to go."
"Damn it, once they're done, they just kick you out. Kong is truly high-end!"
Liya suddenly said, "Brother Xuan, what's wrong with your eyes?"
"Ming Wang's..."
"Mei Xiao..." Kong Xuan interrupted Mei Xiao and turned to Liya, saying, "It's nothing, just stayed up late. A good sleep will fix it."
Until Kong Xuan closed the door, Liya remained standing in place, unwilling to leave. Mei Xiao approached her and she tugged at Mei Xiao's clothes, whispering, "What happened to his eyes?"
Mei Xiao hurriedly smiled to cover up, "It's nothing. Didn't he say a good sleep will fix it?"
"You're lying! Tell me what really happened to him!"
"Actually, I don't quite understand either. He just shed a drop of red tear."
"Ah." Liya gasped and stood still. When Mei Xiao reached for her hand, she realized it was as cold as ice.
Kong Xuan entered the room, took off his shoes, climbed onto the bed, and fell asleep holding his Silly Goose.
The next day when she woke up, the daytime in the demon realm was still dark and eerie; Tang Zisu thought it was still night.
She poked Kong Xuan beside her. The man groggily sat up and asked with his eyes closed, "What is it?"
Tang Zisu looked at Old Demon with a heart melting from his cuteness. She tugged at his ears and said, "Honey, I need to pee."
Ah!!! I can't take it anymore. Tang Zisu, you are also Ming Wang's woman; can you have a bit more grace? You're simply embarrassing the high-end and sophisticated Phoenix family!
However, in Kong Xuan's eyes, even if Silly Goose was being ridiculous, he didn't mind. He shuffled in his slippers, loosened his clothes, and carried Tang Zisu into the Clean Room. He placed her on the Agarwood Golden Toilet and was about to help her with her skirt.
"Hey, you go outside."
Kong Xuan, still smelling of sleep, turned his back and yawned, saying, "What haven't I seen? Hurry up."
Tang Zisu felt her fragile heart shatter into pieces. It’s different! Love is love, and peeing is peeing; can we not mix them together like this?
Perhaps she had been holding it in for too long; Tang Zisu finally managed to pee in front of her man. It felt surreal—how could such a beautiful peacock, who seemed almost human, not have a normal life (including the parts below the neck)? Why did he seem so human yet have far more bad habits than any person?
Tang Zisu, you sarcastic emperor! Shouldn't you be concerned about more important things right now? Like how your man knew you were trapped and how he rescued you? How he was heartbroken and went to the Underworld searching for you—aren't those more pressing matters than just love and peeing?
Alright then, Kong Xuan loves her like a little useless person without ambitions!
Carrying her back to the room, Kong Xuan continued to hold her close and asked, "Are you hungry? I had Mei Xiao make some porridge for you."
Tang Zisu grabbed Kong Xuan's hand and shook her head. "Kong Xuan, why are your eyes still a bit red?"
"It's all because of you scaring me; you have to take responsibility." Ming Wang said as he began to seek benefits, his hands slipping into her clothing, pinching and touching.
Tang Zisu tried to break free from him, "What do you want to do?"
"Shh, just touch it!"
"Stop messing around, I have something important to tell you."
"How important? Is it bigger than my Second Master?"
Tang Zisu turned away haughtily, leaving him with her back, "You're being ridiculous, I'm ignoring you."
Kong Xuan gently wrapped his arms around her from behind, "Alright, don't be angry, Silly Goose."
You silly Second Master, don't mind me, it's annoying!
"Second Master is not silly; it only likes the Silly Goose on the silly one."
Tang Zisu blushed at what Old Demon said. Seriously, he was always so shameless; she shouldn't let his cold exterior deceive her.
Tang Zisu playfully turned over and said with a serious face, "Let me tell you, that Dongfang Muze is not a good person; he's simply terrible. He even wrongfully accused me of murder."
Kong Xuan pressed Tang Zisu's face against his chest, "I know. When I went to save you, he was guarding the cave entrance."
"So did you fight him?"
Kong Xuan nodded, "He was defeated by me, and someone took him away."
"Defeated? You could defeat him? You're just bragging."
A teasing smile flashed across Kong Xuan's face. "I'm not bragging. If Tang Zisu is willing, I could brag..." Kong Xuan leaned close to Tang Zisu's ear and whispered a few words.
Tang Zisu's face turned as red as a freshly cooked sweet potato. She had once been a man and joked around with her buddies without limits, but compared to the big demon king in front of her, she felt utterly outclassed. He had raised shamelessness to a whole new level.
Tang Zisu pushed him away, her pale face flushed with embarrassment. She reached out and tugged at his face. "How can you be so shameless?"
Kong Xuan opened his mouth and sucked on Tang Zisu's fingertip. "Be good; with you, why would I need to care about my face?"
Tang Zisu felt a rush of emotions but then pushed him down and said, "Husband, I want...?" How could that be possible? In reality, Tang Zisu lifted her soft little foot and kicked Kong Xuan lightly, intending to kick his face but lacking the strength to reach it. She truly suspected that her man had read too many adult novels; he kept throwing out those wild and charming CEO lines, which were unbearable.
Seeing Tang Zisu gritting her teeth yet regaining her spirit, Kong Xuan sighed contentedly. "Alright, no more teasing. I've regained my powers; defeating a mortal is no problem."
"Really? That's great! Then transform into a bird for me to see!"
"A bird?" What kind of bizarre thought process was this? After such parting and reunion, shouldn't they be holding hands and crying together? Why was she so eager to see his true form?
"Uh-huh." Tang Zisu nodded vigorously. The next moment, Kong Xuan held her hand and pointed to a half-hard spot. "No need to transform; there's a big bird right here."
Damn it, Kong Xuan, can you not be like this?
"Alright, don't be angry, let's not make a fuss. I've exhausted too much of my spirit to save you, so now I can only turn into a little mountain chicken, which is quite ugly."
Tang Zisu's eyes sparkled, "Then I want to see even more. Little chicken—Rooster God Horse is the cutest!"
See, being busy is contagious. Officer, please take these two for some tea!
Kong Xuan's eyes twinkled with laughter, his charm boundless. (Attention all departments, the old busy one has started to flirt with the little busy one again.) He gently brushed a strand of his long hair and leaned softly against Tang Zisu, "Tang Zisu, your soul has been away for so long. Where have you been? Have you returned to your hometown?"
Tang Zisu shook her head, "I don't know. It seems like I was trapped in something like a wall, but the wall was transparent. On one side, I could see my home, and on the other side, I could see you."
Kong Xuan's eyes widened suddenly, "Reincarnation Wall? Who put you there?"
"I don't know."
"Then what did you see?" Kong Xuan felt his throat go dry and his fingers trembled involuntarily.
"I saw that I was living well in my hometown—eating, sleeping, playing games, attending classes. Do you think someone might have entered my body?"
Kong Xuan clearly didn't focus on that point; he continued to ask, "What about here? What did you see?"
Tang Zisu frowned as if in pain. After a long pause, she said, "I saw war, slaughter, death, blood everywhere; wailing spirits were all around. The ground was littered with corpses, not a blade of grass grew. The sky was dark and chaotic; the sun and moon had no light. My ears were filled with cries and sounds of battle. It was terrifying!"
Kong Xuan's pupils contracted. He knew that Tang Zisu was talking about those great wars from three hundred years ago. He didn't understand who or what intention made Tang Zisu see these things. He asked her, "And then? Was that all?"
"I saw you."
"Me?"
"Yes, you were standing on the clouds, coldly watching the suffering of the living. I called out to you, but you didn't respond. Kong Xuan, that experience felt so real; every blow seemed to strike me, causing me immense pain, yet you did not save me."
Kong Xuan's fingertips trembled as his icy hand grasped Tang Zisu's. "That was all fake. I am right here beside you; I won't let anyone harm you."
"Kong Xuan, please stop fighting. What happened three hundred years ago has nothing to do with me, but here I am three hundred years later. I don't have a compassionate heart, nor can I save the common people. I understand that war is inevitable in any era, but I just don't want you to fight. I don't want anything to happen to you, and I don't want you covered in blood. For the sake of me and our future, let's be well together, okay?" Tang Zisu placed her hand on her belly. At that moment, she wanted to tell Kong Xuan that there was a little life inside her, but she feared it might just be a dream of hers and decided to wait until she was sure.
Kong Xuan kissed her cheek. "Alright, I promise you; you will never have to return to the Shrine again. Wherever you want to go, I'll take you there."
Tang Zisu played with his fingers and agreed. Just as she finished speaking, her eyes widened suddenly. "What about Softy? Softy has been kidnapped; I need to find her."
Kong Xuan restrained her weakened body gently and said softly, "Someone is more anxious than you. Lang Ye has already gone to look for her. What you need to do now is rest well and recover quickly. Look at you; there's not a bit of flesh on your belly."
Tang Zisu swatted away his hand that had slipped under her clothing. "Stop it; I'm on a diet. But can Lang Ye really find Softy?"
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