Destiny and Saving Recap, Plot, Synopsis

Destiny and Saving Synopsis

The righteous and the demons have been fighting for a thousand years. The leader of the righteous Alliance Fengyue Jianzun, the demons Lord Feng Xingtian duel to the death.

But their descendants, Shen Shaoyou and Feng Lixue have become close friends by chance.

To protect his master, Shen Shaoyou accidentally pushed Feng Lixue off a cliff. Feng Lixue was saved and took her away by Chong Hua, who is from the demons.

The fate of both of them has been rewritten. Lixue will become the master of the demons. While Shen Shaoyou will become the leader of the righteous sect. they are destined to fight and kill each other.

Ten years later, they reunited. Lixue used Shaoyou’s guilt to lurk around him, with several assassinations. But she was eventually moved by Shaoyou’s tolerance, kindness, love, and secretly had an affection for him.

When Lixue decided to let go of her father’s hatred and turn to good, Chong Hua interfered and designed to make them misunderstand and hate each other.

Eventually, Lixue became the master of the demons and had a duel with Shen Shaoyou, the master of the righteous alliance.

After the ordeal, they felt each other’s sincerity and finally joined hands again.

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All things under heaven possess spirit. Within the Kunlun Ruins lies a spiritual stone that can revive the dead and reverse fate, called the Thousand Years Token. Fearing that this divine artifact might incite chaos among the heavens, mortals, and demons, the Celestial Realm sealed it within the Divine Hall under the guard of Bai Yan, the True God.

However, Xuan Yi, the ambitious demon lord of the asura clan from the Demon Realm, attempted to seize the Thousand Years Token to rule the three realms. He led his army in a great battle against Bai Yan. Yu Qing, the high god of the winged clan, was deeply in love with Xuan Yi and ultimately destroyed her own primordial spirit, crashing into the Thousand Years Token with Xuan Yi, resulting in both their deaths.

The war god Bai Yan used his divine power to draw away the Thousand Years Token and protect the beings of both realms. With his primordial cold ice divine power, Bai Yan cast the Thousand Years Token into the Sea of No Regret within the Realm Beyond and sealed it with his own primordial spirit.

From then on, the Sea of No Regret was frozen over for ten thousand miles, and the war god Bai Yan entered a long slumber beneath the ice. Due to this war between immortals and demons, Yu Qing committed the crime of colluding with the Demon Realm. As a result, the winged clan of Mount Danxue was implicated. The Heavenly Emperor expelled them from the celestial registry, stripping them of their divine status.

Grandpa Danhe plucked feathers from the winged clan to craft a feather fan, hoping that Ni Huang could use it to recover Yu Qing's primordial spirit and perhaps restore their place among the gods. However, Hei Ying believed Yu Qing was at fault and caused the downfall of Mount Danxue. Especially since Ni Huang intended to resurrect Yu Qing, they feared divine punishment if discovered.

But Hei Ying was scolded and beaten by Ni Huang, who insisted that her sister only fell in love with the demon lord and committed no crime. If Yu Qing's primordial spirit could be found, the heavens would surely forgive her, allowing her to return to the divine ranks. Everyone supported Ni Huang's decision. Holding the feather fan crafted by everyone, Ni Huang set off to search for Yu Qing's primordial spirit.

She accidentally fell, landing in a place frozen for miles. From beneath the ice, she saw a young man sitting inside. Suddenly, he opened his eyes, leapt out, grabbed Ni Huang by the throat, and questioned why she was there. But before he could tighten his grip, he turned into a dragon and collapsed, looking extremely weak. At that moment, the divine lord Tuo Sang arrived with two young attendants to inspect the area.

They found the barrier of the Realm Beyond intact, though spiritual power still lingered within, and they were momentarily unable to enter. Ni Huang believed the dragon's weakness was due to being frozen too long and used her true flame and a hot spring to heal him. Meanwhile, Tuo Sang reported the current situation of the Realm Beyond to the Heavenly Lord, stating that a divine token was required to enter.

They speculated that the war god Bai Yan might be awakening. The Heavenly Lord then ordered Tuo Sang not to disturb Bai Yan as he reassembled his spiritual power. When Bai Yan awoke, he found Ni Huang lying on the ground in her phoenix form. Curious about how she entered the Realm Beyond, Ni Huang claimed she simply walked in.

Bai Yan was surprised at how easily she managed to enter and became even more curious about the outside world's climate. Ni Huang used the hot spring to let Bai Yan feel the temperature. Bai Yan marveled that after a thousand years, there was finally warmth here. Ni Huang honestly told Bai Yan that she brought the feather fan to summon the primordial spirit, never expecting to end up here. Suddenly, she realized the fan was missing.

It had actually been taken by Tuo Sang, who did not report it to the Heavenly Lord. Hearing a disturbance, Bai Yan immediately froze Ni Huang and went to investigate. Ni Huang, worried there might be a spirit under the ice, broke free and rushed to assist Bai Yan, unaware that he was about to reseal the Thousand Years Token.

The Thousand Years Token began to stir, trying to break free, but was eventually sealed again by Bai Yan and Ni Huang working together. Ni Huang fell unconscious, and Bai Yan, worried, checked on her. She slowly opened her eyes and smiled, saying she had saved him again. To treat her, Bai Yan placed Ni Huang in the hot spring. The two of them were naked, and Bai Yan passed spiritual energy to her.

When they both woke, they were embracing. Ni Huang said she wouldn’t cling to Bai Yan and intended to leave, but Bai Yan refused to let her go without an explanation for why she entered the Realm Beyond. He also promised to return the feather fan. Bai Yan brought Ni Huang out of the Realm Beyond. Upon seeing the war god, everyone bowed in respect. His disciple Qing He had long awaited his return and was overjoyed to see him.

Bai Yan introduced Ni Huang as his new disciple, but Ni Huang disagreed, saying she was his savior. Qing He didn’t believe it—after all, Bai Yan was the war god and needed no saving. Bai Yan paid respects to the Heavenly Lord and received a new battle robe. Tuo Sang was curious about who came back with Bai Yan. Bai Yan lied, saying his disciple was a koi fish from a pond that turned into human form under his guidance.

The Heavenly Lord was not suspicious. Afterward, Bai Yan warned Ni Huang not to speak the truth, threatening that her words could bring disaster upon the winged clan. He sealed Ni Huang’s true form so that others would see her as merely a fish. Ni Huang sincerely explained that she came to find her sister’s shattered primordial spirit and asked for Bai Yan’s help in recalling any memories.

Learning that Ni Huang risked so much just to find her sister pleased Bai Yan—so long as it wasn’t for a man. Tuo Sang came to visit Bai Yan again, bringing the feather fan and saying he hadn’t reported it to the Heavenly Lord. Bai Yan understood but pretended it was just a minor item dropped by a weak deity. Tuo Sang suggested Bai Yan’s young disciple should visit the other deities to introduce herself.

Bai Yan agreed to arrange it after some time. Ni Huang discovered that Bai Yan soaked his feet in Milky Way water and drank various teas for health. When he saw Qing He and Ni Huang, he invited them to join. Ni Huang tried his tea and suddenly burst into tears. Qing He explained it was Lotus Heart Eight Bitterness Tea, which Bai Yan drank daily to maintain his spiritual cultivation because the three realms hoped he would live well.

This left Ni Huang speechless. The next morning, Qing He took Ni Huang to the lotus pond to pick lotus seeds. Ni Huang, afraid of water, tried to avoid going. Qing He accused her of being lazy—how could a fish fear water? She pushed Ni Huang in. Struggling in the water, Ni Huang desperately hoped someone would save her. When Bai Yan found out, he rushed to rescue her.

Qing He admitted her mistake, confused about how a fish couldn’t swim, but suddenly understood why her master brought Ni Huang back. The saddest thing in the world is a bird that cannot fly, or a fish that cannot swim. When Tuo Sang came again, Bai Yan took the opportunity to ask for the feather fan. Tuo Sang grew suspicious of his intentions. Bai Yan lied that Qing He wanted a magic tool.

Tuo Sang agreed to give it after investigating the disturbances in the Realm Beyond. However, Qing He and Ni Huang came by together. Hearing about the feather fan, Ni Huang became agitated, arousing Tuo Sang’s suspicion. Fortunately, Bai Yan quickly sealed Ni Huang’s ability to speak. Knowing Ni Huang was anxious over the feather fan, Bai Yan offered to take her outside for a change of scenery.

Bai Yan took Ni Huang to see the galaxy, and Ni Huang was in high spirits, thanking Bai Yan. Bai Yan emphasized that Ni Huang should call him “Shifu,” but Ni Huang deliberately disobeyed and insisted on calling him “Bai Yan. ” When Bai Yan turned to look at Ni Huang, he was captivated by her beauty. Tuo Sang went to see Zhenjun to ask if Yu Qing had any blood relatives.

From Zhenjun, he learned that Yu Qing had a younger sister on Danxue Mountain. Tuo Sang took out the feather fan to show Zhenjun, who was shocked and recognized it as something that once belonged to Yu Qing, the first-generation Supreme. This matter soon reached the Heavenly Lord. The Heavenly Lord summoned Bai Yan and Ni Huang for questioning. He directly asked whether Bai Yan had discovered the unusual activity in Lijing Heaven.

Bai Yan denied it, but under pressing questions as to why he was protecting his young disciple Ni Huang, Bai Yan admitted on the spot that he had fallen for her at first sight. The Heavenly Lord was furious, believing that as the War God of the Three Realms, Bai Yan should not fall for a low-ranking immortal. Ni Huang immediately refuted the Heavenly Lord and revealed that she was Yu Qing’s younger sister, not a koi spirit.

Bai Yan spoke up for Yu Qing, saying she had never participated in the betrayal and that Danxue Mountain had endured years of punishment without complaint. Ni Huang came here for her sister, which was an act of kinship and should be understood. Tuo Sang, however, claimed that he feared Ni Huang had ulterior motives and intended to seize the Thousand Years Token. He demanded that she be thrown into the Desolate Abyss.

To protect her, Bai Yan took Ni Huang and fled the scene, but was chased by Tuo Sang and his men. Bai Yan set up a barrier and brought Ni Huang into Lijing Heaven. Tuo Sang ordered his men to report to the Heavenly Lord and declared his intention to take over the responsibility of guarding the Thousand Years Token. Ni Huang was deeply moved by Bai Yan’s protection and expressed her willingness to risk everything for him.

Bai Yan denied having any romantic feelings for her, saying he only acted out of expedience to save her and didn’t want her to repay him in any way. To keep the Three Realms from finding Ni Huang, Bai Yan planned to use his own origin core to seal her spiritual power, making her undetectable. Lijing Heaven had a hidden path to the mortal immortal realm where she could continue cultivating and one day ascend again.

Ni Huang realized that if Bai Yan gave her half his cultivation, he could no longer serve as the War God or protect the Three Realms. No one would respect him anymore, and his life would be filled with suffering. Holding Bai Yan’s hand, she said she didn’t need such sacrifices. She only wanted Bai Yan to live well and continue being the War God. She would take all the blame and punishment.

Just as Ni Huang turned to leave Lijing Heaven, Bai Yan knocked her unconscious and transferred his cultivation to her, thanking her for saving him from the eternal ice and expressing hope that they would meet again in the mortal world. Bai Yan deliberately lured Tuo Sang away and had Qing He escort Ni Huang out. Ni Huang, feeling disappointed, prepared to leave.

But as she was about to go, she heard the war drums from Lingxiao Hall and knew something had happened to Bai Yan. She rushed to the Heavenly Palace and saw Bai Yan enduring a heavenly thunder trial on the Execution Platform. She leapt forward to save him and fought fiercely with Tuo Sang. Because Bai Yan had given Ni Huang half his cultivation, Tuo Sang was no match for her.

Ni Huang revealed her true form as a seven-colored fire phoenix and carried Bai Yan away, stunning everyone. They finally understood how she had broken the seal and entered Lijing Heaven. Even the Heavenly Emperor was fearful of the intensity of this heavenly tribulation—after all, the last time a seven-colored fire phoenix appeared was tens of thousands of years ago. The seven-colored fire phoenix possessed divine power in the form of Sacred Flame Truefire.

Bai Yan feared he could no longer protect Ni Huang. But when Ni Huang activated her true fire, she was overjoyed, feeling that she could find Yu Qing even without the feather fan. Within the fan, her mother’s final message flashed—how Ni Huang’s birth had led to the death of her parents. But they had sealed her true form to protect her, hoping that when she broke the seal in the future, she wouldn’t bring destruction to the world.

The Heavenly Lord sent Tuo Sang to capture the seven-colored fire phoenix but ordered that her life be spared, as he wanted to interrogate her personally. Although Ni Huang now knew the truth, she only wanted to live freely as a little phoenix and hoped to leave with Bai Yan. Bai Yan, however, knew that the Sacred Flame Truefire and the Thousand Years Token resonated with each other, and no one knew whether it was a blessing or a curse.

The Heavenly Lord would not let her go so easily. To assure the Heavenly Realm and take mutual responsibility with Bai Yan, Ni Huang agreed to accept punishment. Bai Yan promised to go with her and take the punishment together. He extracted the Sacred Flame Truefire and was ready to cut out his celestial core. But what truly worried Ni Huang was that she might never remember Bai Yan again.

Bai Yan held Ni Huang and comforted her, saying that as long as he was there, she had nothing to fear. Bai Yan handed Ni Huang over to Tuo Sang but sternly warned that until the Heavenly Lord gave a decree, she must not be harmed in the slightest. Tuo Sang agreed. Then Bai Yan went to request a decree from the Heavenly Lord.

However, Tuo Sang demanded that Ni Huang surrender her origin core, claiming that one Void Cauldron would be enough to make her disappear from the Three Realms forever. He even tried to sow discord, saying this was Bai Yan’s real intention. But Ni Huang refused to believe Bai Yan would ever do that to her.

Bai Yan told the Heavenly Lord about his plan with Ni Huang and his intention to destroy the Sacred Flame Truefire, remove his origin core, and then leave with her. But the Heavenly Lord did not approve. Bai Yan then took a dagger and prepared to extract Ni Huang’s origin core. Ni Huang accepted the pain willingly. But just then, someone came to report that the Void Cauldron Bai Yan had requested had arrived.

When she saw the Void Cauldron, Ni Huang felt as if her heart had been cut by knives. She believed that Bai Yan wanted her to disappear for the sake of the world, and in a fit of rage, she fought fiercely against the immortals. Bai Yan rushed in without hesitation, even disregarding his own safety to approach Ni Huang, just to stop her from making more mistakes. Tears streamed down Ni Huang's face.

Bai Yan injected his dragon pearl into the back of her neck, fulfilling his promise—sealing her spiritual energy so she could live again as a mortal. From then on, no one in the Three Realms except Bai Yan would be able to find her. The war god Bai Yan fell as a result.

Tuosang, having once witnessed the power of the Thousand Years Token, took advantage of the chaos to strike Ni Huang and seize her core, attempting to steal the Thousand Years Token. However, he was instead devoured by the token's backlash, and his body was incinerated.

After the dust settled, the True Lord punished the greedy Tuosang by stripping him of his immortal roots and condemning him to eternal torment in the Infernal Hell, where he would suffer endlessly in life and death. The Thousand Years Token was sent to Mount Buzhou to be guarded by the Shushan Immortal Sect. A thousand years passed in a flash. Tuosang, still tormented in the Infernal Hell, ended up at Suoyu Mountain, the domain of the Heavenly Demon Clan.

Night Abyss, the demon lord, preserved Tuosang in the Blood Demon Orb where he slept for a hundred years, until he was finally resurrected. Night Abyss told him everything about the past and requested that he serve as the protector of the Heavenly Demon Clan under the new name Chong Guang, hoping they could join forces to oppose the Celestial Clan.

Though Chong Guang had lost all memory of his past, when he heard that his body was destroyed by the Celestial Realm, he agreed without hesitation to help Night Abyss retrieve the Thousand Years Token and fight back. Now that the seal on the Thousand Years Token was weakening, only the Sword Sovereign Fengyue could reseal it. But he was currently in seclusion, making this a rare opportunity. Chong Guang urged immediate action.

Night Abyss introduced Chong Guang to his subordinates: Left Protector Ming Huang, Right Protector Tu Shuo, and the Star Lord of the Dark Soul Palace, Ji Xingluo. He also declared that Chong Guang's rank would be above the other protectors. Although the others were unfamiliar with Chong Guang and held some dissatisfaction, Night Abyss insisted they treat him as they would himself. With no choice, they agreed.

Night Abyss believed that with Chong Guang's help, the Heavenly Demon Clan would rise again. Ming Huang and the others worried that after years of peace, they might fail if they forcibly seized the Thousand Years Token. But Chong Guang believed that though they had grown complacent, so had the Shushan sect—this was the perfect time to act. Night Abyss agreed and immediately gathered the troops to attack Mount Buzhou.

Night Abyss’s wife rushed in to stop him out of concern, but he refused to listen, determined to create a better future for his wife and child. He reached the place where the Thousand Years Token was sealed and broke the seal to take it. Just then, a flying sword arrived—Fengyue Sword Immortal had exited seclusion early. Night Abyss was caught off guard.

Fengyue warned that his rash actions would once again leave the demon clan without a place in the world, but Night Abyss paid no heed and joined forces with Chong Guang to attack him. As Night Abyss and Fengyue clashed, his wife's stomach suddenly began to hurt, and she felt an ominous premonition. Night Abyss deliberately stalled Fengyue, while Chong Guang moved to seize the Thousand Years Token. As the token was summoned, the pain in Night Abyss’s wife intensified.

Just as Chong Guang was about to touch the token, he felt the power around him being drawn away uncontrollably, as if the world were collapsing. In the middle of the battle, Night Abyss was distracted and struck by Fengyue, who, though injured, used his remaining strength to reseal the token before passing out. When Night Abyss returned, he realized his end was near. He handed the Demon Lord's Token to Chong Guang, declaring him the new demon lord.

Just as he was about to finish speaking, he vanished from the Three Realms. Chong Guang led the others back to the Heavenly Demon Clan, and at that moment, Night Abyss’s wife gave birth to a child. Ten years later, a young girl arrived at the secluded Xuanqing Courtyard on the mountaintop. The place was quiet and empty. She looked around and found a young boy sitting cross-legged. She asked him for directions up the mountain, but he didn’t respond.

Thinking she had entered the wrong place, she swung her Phoenix Feather Chain at him, only to have it bounce back. The boy didn’t get up until noon lessons were over. He was an obedient child who had never been punished by his master or made any mistakes, so he refused to rise before time. The girl couldn’t help but laugh at his stubbornness.

She continued asking for directions, worried about her father who was engaged in a duel on the mountain. The boy recalled that his master was also dueling today and guessed it might be her father. She suggested they go watch together, but the boy refused—his master had ordered him to wait there. The girl didn’t want to stay with the boy anymore.

He had never made mistakes and didn’t want to, even if it meant never understanding the Dao while stuck here forever. She left, but the boy looked toward the door, recalling his master’s warning: today he would face a trial, and staying inside might help him avoid it. Still, he was worried about the girl. He flew his sword toward the mountaintop. The girl tried to catch a falling bird’s nest but fell herself.

Thankfully, the boy arrived in time and pulled her up by the hand. She was surprised that he could touch her without feeling cold. Since birth, no one had dared touch her due to the extreme chill her body emitted. Her father had acquired an ice silkworm cocoon to protect her, allowing her to get close to things but not to be touched. The boy was the first person who could. Overjoyed, the girl proposed they become friends. The boy agreed, saying he would protect her and guide her up the mountain. They shared their names—she was Feng Lixue, and he was Mo Xiao.

Mo Xiao let Feng Lixue stand on his sword and used his sword to carry her up the mountain. He also promised that he would definitely protect her. At the mountaintop, Fengyue and Feng Xingtian were locked in an intense battle. Feng Xingtian was injured by Fengyue’s sword, and Fengyue urged him to stop, offering that Tianxing Sect could become an independent sect.

However, Feng Xingtian, already on the path of demonic cultivation, refused to listen or back down and continued fighting with Fengyue. Feng Lixue, brought up the mountain by Mo Xiao, sincerely admired his strength. She hoped that no matter whether her father or Fengyue won, she could become Fengyue's disciple, learn swordsmanship, and be with Mo Xiao every day.

When Feng Lixue arrived, she saw Feng Xingtian and Fengyue trapped in a ball of golden light, with a sword hanging over Feng Xingtian’s head. In an attempt to save her father, Feng Lixue struck the sword with her Phoenix Feather Chain. As a result, Feng Xingtian fell off a towering cliff. Feng Lixue became certain that her father had been killed by Fengyue and, enraged, tried to kill him.

Mo Xiao intervened to stop her, but accidentally caused Feng Lixue to fall. He rushed to catch her, but she had already accepted death and swore to return for revenge even as a ghost. Then she let go of his hand and plummeted down the cliff. Her fall triggered a strong emotional response in Mo Xiao, who let out a furious roar as dark energy surged around him and his eyes turned red. Feng Lixue was saved by Chong Guang.

He wiped the blood from the corner of her mouth and told her that as long as he was around, he wouldn’t let her die. Feng Xingtian had escaped after his betrayal and returned eight years later to challenge Fengyue again. During the fight, Fengyue realized that Feng Xingtian had fallen into demonic cultivation.

Worried he was being used by others and might suffer backlash, Fengyue knew that though Feng Xingtian had vanished for now, others like him would continue to emerge. To protect Shushan, he willingly injected his divine core into Mo Xiao’s body. The disciple Yuan Beichen didn’t understand why Fengyue would do this at such a critical moment, but Fengyue knew his time was running out. His goal was to safeguard Shushan.

There had always been a strange power within Mo Xiao, which Fengyue had suppressed for years. Now, triggered by recent events, it was erupting. If guided by righteous energy, this power could make Mo Xiao the guardian of Shushan. Fengyue passed his sword technique and divine core to Mo Xiao and instructed Yuan Beichen to keep this secret. From then on, Mo Xiao was required to practice diligently every day.

In his spare moments, he would hold the bird’s nest and think of Feng Lixue, who had risked her life to save it. One day, while training, he turned around to find that Fengyue had already transformed into golden light and vanished. Ten years later, Yuan Beichen had become the head of Shushan. Realizing the time had come, he ordered the bell to be rung, summoning the leaders of all sects.

Murong Changfeng, leader of the Wind Whisper Sect; Xie Tianjun, leader of the Iron Law Sect; and Xuan Zhen, leader of the Hundred Herbs Sect, all arrived with their followers to welcome the return of the Fengyue Divine Sword. Its appearance signified the emergence of Shushan’s next leader, a plan decided a decade ago, which Yuan Beichen had never discussed with the other sects. Mo Xiao suddenly appeared before everyone, surrounded by powerful sword aura.

He slowly descended and bowed to Yuan Beichen, reporting that he had completed his cultivation and was now emerging. Everyone was delighted by Mo Xiao’s talent but criticized Yuan Beichen for hiding the truth for so many years. Yuan Beichen explained that this had been Fengyue’s strict instruction—to tell no one until the time came. Though many admired Mo Xiao’s skills, they felt naming him the next leader so suddenly might be rash.

However, Yuan Beichen brought Mo Xiao before them and officially announced him as the young sect master and future leader. Mo Xiao was placed in a separate courtyard, and everyone liked the kind and considerate young sect master. Xie Lingyun, who had played with Mo Xiao since childhood and used to climb trees with him, immediately came to reconnect when he heard Mo Xiao had returned. Murong Jing also arrived to greet him—she had secretly flown to visit him before.

As soon as Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing met, they started bickering. Mo Xiao ignored them, and seeing it was time for his noon practice, closed the door to begin. Knowing Mo Xiao’s habits, Xie Lingyun brought some silver, guessing that Yuan Beichen would soon send Mo Xiao on a journey. He hoped to tag along. Mo Xiao quietly opened the door, took the silver through the crack, and smiled. Suddenly, a snow demon appeared on Mount Mang, destroying villagers’ crops.

The people sent a plea to Shushan, begging them to vanquish the demon. Yuan Beichen called a meeting to decide who to send, and Murong Changfeng recommended Mo Xiao. Mo Xiao flew his sword to Mount Mang and found the entire area frozen. The snow demon appeared and attacked him. Mo Xiao swiftly defeated it using the Fengyue Sword. When Mo Xiao arrived in town, the people came out in gratitude for ridding them of the snow demon.

The village chief thanked him and asked for more help. The crops were destroyed, and the snow was too thick to melt. Even without the snow demon, they faced starvation. Though Mo Xiao couldn’t raise the dead, he agreed to use his powers to accelerate the thaw and save what crops he could. With his fire power, the snow began to melt. The people’s gratitude toward Mo Xiao grew.

However, drained of energy, he fell from the sky into the snowy land of Mount Mang, unconscious. When Mo Xiao regained consciousness, a girl in white was dragging him forward. He soon passed out again. The girl dragged him into a cave and fed him lingzhi water. The orphan Wu Chen from Mount Mang, seeing that Mo Xiao still hadn’t woken up, planned to go out again with her little fox Xue’er to search for more lingzhi.

Meanwhile, the village chief sent people to search for Mo Xiao, fearing he might be in danger. Wu Chen returned with some fruit, saving two pieces just for Mo Xiao, even though it meant less for her and Xue’er.

Wu Chen noticed that Mo Xiao had already awakened but hadn’t spoken, and assumed that, like Xue’er, he couldn’t speak. She felt that Mo Xiao was quite pitiful. In reality, Mo Xiao was simply circulating his inner energy and couldn’t speak for the moment. Wu Chen had no choice but to ask Mo Xiao to blink to express his wishes. She fed him some lingzhi water.

Mo Xiao blinked to show disapproval, but Wu Chen misunderstood it as delight and kept feeding him more lingzhi water, leaving Mo Xiao extremely distressed. After finishing his energy circulation, Mo Xiao woke up to find Wu Chen gone from the cave. Just as he was about to get up and look around, Wu Chen returned with Xue’er. She hadn’t found any food, so she shaped packed snow into plum blossom shapes and ate them.

Upon realizing she had no real food, Mo Xiao finally spoke and offered to go get some for her. Wu Chen waited a long time without seeing Mo Xiao return and decided to pick some fruit. Mo Xiao came back just in time with food. Wu Chen, initially wary of provoking snow wolves, hesitated to eat, but hunger eventually won out. She ate the food.

When Mo Xiao said he would be leaving, Wu Chen was worried she’d never get to eat such food again. Mo Xiao tried to persuade her to leave this place, but Wu Chen believed she was different from others and could not descend the mountain. Mo Xiao didn’t push her further and simply told her that if she ever changed her mind, she could come find him at Shushan.

Only then did Wu Chen learn that the person she had saved was named Mo Xiao. After tasting the delicious food from the mortal world, Wu Chen found it hard to stomach wild fruits from the mountains again. When Mo Xiao went outside, he was attacked by a snow demon. During their battle, an avalanche occurred. Mo Xiao used the Fengyue Sword to raise a barrier to resist the falling snow.

The snow demon continuously struck the barrier until it cracked, and the two resumed their fight. At that moment, Wu Chen appeared and was accidentally struck by the snow demon, knocking her unconscious. Mo Xiao hurriedly caught her, and the frost on her body melted instantly. When she woke up, her first words were that she wanted glutinous rice dumplings. News that Mo Xiao had defeated the snow demon reached Chong Guang.

The snow demon was a creature he had sealed for ten years and had intentionally released to cause trouble. Wu Chen being taken away by Mo Xiao had gone unexpectedly smoothly, which Chong Guang hadn’t anticipated. Though he knew the people from Shushan would investigate the snow fox, the snow fox's demon core had only been temporarily sealed by Chong Guang. Since it still had value, he chose not to kill it.

While treating Wu Chen's injuries with his internal energy, Mo Xiao discovered a powerful cold energy within her, which reminded him of Feng Lixue. But he had personally witnessed Feng Lixue’s death, so it was impossible for her to be reborn. Wu Chen was curious that people around her didn’t fear her, and she started touching everyone’s face. Mo Xiao quickly stopped her and reminded her of the differences between men and women and the need to protect herself.

Wu Chen liked the pinwheels on the street but didn’t understand what money was. Mo Xiao used the gold leaves Xie Lingyun had previously given him to buy everything Wu Chen wanted. Having never left the mountain before, Mo Xiao was delighted at how useful the gold leaves were, and everyone who received them looked cheerful.

Wu Chen took a liking to some clothes and immediately changed into them in public, startling Mo Xiao so much that he threw away all the gold leaves in his hands to distract the crowd and avoid her being exposed. Afterward, he bought more dresses for Wu Chen. Since Wu Chen didn’t know how to wear such clothes and Mo Xiao couldn’t look directly, he turned his back and used magic to help her get dressed.

Mo Xiao took Wu Chen to eat and tried to explain the rules: no random physical contact with others, don’t touch others' belongings, and no patting people’s heads—eventually listing twenty to thirty rules. But it seemed Wu Chen hadn’t heard a single one. Wu Chen was unhappy with Mo Xiao constantly setting rules for her. She used to only make rules for Xue’er, but now had to tolerate Mo Xiao’s because she was eating his food.

Reaching her limit, she demanded that he stop laying down rules. Mo Xiao arranged for Wu Chen to stay at the clan chief’s home, where a woman named Ah Hua was assigned to take care of her, feeling sorry for Wu Chen who had once lived in the barren Mang Mountain. After settling Wu Chen, Mo Xiao thanked the clan chief and prepared to leave.

Ah Hua had dressed Wu Chen up nicely, and when she saw Mo Xiao, she innocently asked if she looked beautiful. It was something the older woman had taught her: use beauty, the best magic of all, to make a man stay. Upon learning this, Mo Xiao told Ah Hua not to teach Wu Chen such things, as Wu Chen was naïve and didn’t understand the ways of the world.

When Wu Chen heard that Mo Xiao had left, she panicked and tried to chase after him, but the clan chief stopped her and ordered her tied up. Ah Hua also persuaded her to stay peacefully and find someone to marry, telling her that Mo Xiao was destined to become immortal and couldn’t be with her. Angered, Wu Chen used her ice magic to freeze everyone in the room and broke free of the ropes.

Mo Xiao was drinking tea when he heard a scream and, fearing something had happened to Wu Chen, rushed back to find her nearly unconscious and everything around her frozen. He took her hand to warm her up. Wu Chen woke up and smiled at Mo Xiao, who blamed himself for setting so many rules but forgetting to set this one. The clan chief declared Wu Chen a demoness and surrounded the building, demanding her elimination.

Mo Xiao proposed to take her away, but the clan chief refused, insisting she be dealt with by them. According to Shushan’s rules, magic couldn’t be used against civilians, and people began accusing Mo Xiao of violating sect laws to protect a demon. Mo Xiao swore not to use magic, only his body, to save Wu Chen. He rushed upstairs only to find the room empty—Wu Chen had already been released by Ah Hua.

Ah Hua knew Wu Chen had never harmed anyone, but also understood that no one would believe her. Wu Chen asked her to tell Mo Xiao to find her and praised Ah Hua for being a beautiful woman. Ah Hua smiled and urged Wu Chen to leave quickly. When Ah Hua returned, she happened to run into Mo Xiao. News reached Shushan, and they grew concerned that Wu Chen might be a remnant of the snow demons.

But now that Mo Xiao, who had just completed his mission, was helping Wu Chen, even Yuan Beichen began to worry. Mo Xiao eventually found Wu Chen and brought her favorite glutinous rice dumplings. Wu Chen ate while crying, asking him not to treat her like that again next time. Mo Xiao wanted to boil some hot water but discovered he couldn’t manage the stove. Wu Chen stepped in to help, teasing him for having something he couldn’t do. She quickly got the fire going and proudly watched it burn—only for the kettle to suddenly explode. She could only smile awkwardly.

Mo Xiao asked Wu Chen whether she had lived in the snowy plains of Mount Mang since childhood. Wu Chen explained that her master made her live there from a young age—partly to avoid hurting others and partly to manage her illness. She said that only when she met Mo Xiao was she able to interact normally with someone, and she liked being around him.

At that moment, Mo Xiao received an order from his sect to return to Mount Shu. Seeing that it was time for his midday cultivation, he prepared to leave. Wu Chen couldn't help but complain that Mo Xiao was a bookworm. Her words were just like Feng Lixue’s back in the day, which made Mo Xiao miss Feng Lixue even more. To help Wu Chen protect herself, Mo Xiao taught her some sword techniques and the Ice Incantation.

Through this, Wu Chen realized that Mo Xiao would not be taking her with him. Mo Xiao believed that they were not on the same path. He promised to cure her cold affliction but felt guilty about not being able to take her along. Hearing this, Wu Chen lost the will to continue practicing. That night, Mo Xiao’s spirit drifted to the presence of the Immortal Lord.

The Immortal Lord told him that the inner demon in his heart had not been eradicated—it had merely been forcibly suppressed over the years, which was why he ended up here. Mo Xiao suddenly recalled Feng Lixue falling off the cliff all those years ago. He believed that although he had promised to protect Feng Lixue, he had ultimately caused her to fall, leaving behind karmic retribution. But Mo Xiao swore that such a thing would never happen again.

Just as he made that vow, the words “If the tribulation cannot be overcome, the karma cannot be dispelled” vanished. After waking up, Mo Xiao realized Wu Chen was missing. He searched everywhere and found her bathing. As he was about to turn away, he noticed a snake swimming toward her. Without hesitation, he grabbed a robe, draped it over Wu Chen, and carried her out of harm's way. They rolled onto the ground, and their lips accidentally touched.

Wu Chen felt that Mo Xiao’s lips were warm. Mo Xiao then noticed a feather-shaped mark on the back of Wu Chen’s neck. Upon questioning, he learned it was a birthmark—identical to the one Feng Lixue had. Mo Xiao suspected Wu Chen might actually be Feng Lixue, and ordered an investigation into Wu Chen and her master, but no useful leads came back. Wu Chen waited outside Mo Xiao’s door, wanting him to continue teaching her swordsmanship.

Mo Xiao, however, said he would take her to Mount Shu the next day. Wu Chen was overjoyed. The next day, Mo Xiao stood ready on his sword, waiting for Wu Chen. She was scared of falling and feared the sword wouldn’t be able to carry both of them, so she didn’t dare get on. Mo Xiao forcibly pulled her up.

At first, she clung to him tightly with her eyes shut, but as they flew higher, she gradually opened her eyes, looking around with curiosity and asking questions. Mo Xiao brought Wu Chen to the Xuanqing Courtyard. Wu Chen felt a strange sense of familiarity but couldn’t remember having been there before. The place was a forbidden area of Mount Shu, and Mo Xiao told her it had been uninhabited for a long time.

He said she could stay temporarily to recover from her illness. Wu Chen, however, insisted on staying with him. Mo Xiao explained that outsiders weren’t allowed in Mount Shu and that this was the only option. Wu Chen reluctantly agreed and asked him to bring her glutinous rice dumplings when he returned. Mo Xiao promised he would bring them every day as long as she stayed and waited for him.

At this time, Chong Guang couldn’t sense Wu Chen’s presence due to Mount Shu’s protective barrier, but he wasn’t worried. As long as Wu Chen was at Mount Shu, his plan was progressing. Mo Xiao returned to report to Yuan Beichen, who was pleased and praised Mo Xiao’s abilities, asking him to continue being a role model for everyone. But in private, Yuan Beichen harshly reprimanded Mo Xiao, questioning him about being enchanted by the snow demon.

Mo Xiao explained everything, saying he hadn’t sensed any demonic energy from the girl and only wanted to help a lonely orphan before sending her away after curing her. Yuan Beichen temporarily believed him and said he would work to quell the rumors. Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing waited outside for Mo Xiao to return and asked about his trip. But as they spoke, they started to argue. Mo Xiao, used to this, quietly left.

By the time Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing realized, Mo Xiao had already returned to his hall. Mo Xiao’s three attendants—Mu, Zi Su, and others—were kneeling inside the hall, insisting they accompany him on his next trip to protect him. Helpless, Mo Xiao agreed to bring them next time. Suddenly, Mo Xiao asked Zi Su if she could make glutinous rice dumplings. Though Zi Su knew Mo Xiao never ate sweets, she agreed to make them as soon as possible.

Xie Lingyun came to ask Mo Xiao for money and was shocked to hear that all the gold leaves had been spent. He jokingly asked if Mo Xiao had bought a house or land. Just then, Zi Su brought in the rice dumplings, surprising Xie Lingyun even more—he couldn’t believe that the Mo Xiao he knew had started eating sweets. In the courtyard, Wu Chen tried to practice the sword techniques Mo Xiao taught her, but she couldn’t get them right.

She suddenly thought of her Xue’er and wondered if she was doing well. When Mo Xiao arrived with the rice dumplings, he found Wu Chen asleep at the door. He carried her back to her room, and as he was laying her down, their lips accidentally brushed again. Mo Xiao not only brought Wu Chen rice dumplings but also brought the two birds he had raised since childhood.

He remembered how Feng Lixue once saved a bird’s nest and wondered if the birds recognized Wu Chen, as they perched on her shoulder. Seeing the birds made Wu Chen think of her own Xue’er. Before leaving, Mo Xiao gave Wu Chen a Mind Stone so she could summon him if needed. However, back at home, Mo Xiao felt uneasy, constantly thinking about that accidental kiss. A smile formed on his lips.

Wu Chen held the Mind Stone and called Mo Xiao’s name—he appeared instantly, which made Wu Chen very happy and trust that he hadn’t lied to her. Since the birds didn’t want to sleep in her arms, Wu Chen asked Mo Xiao to stay with her until she fell asleep. The head of Tianyu invited people from Mount Shu, and the sect leader specifically appointed Mo Xiao to go.

Before leaving, Mo Xiao had Zi Su make many glutinous rice dumplings to send to the Xuanqing Courtyard. Xie Lingyun followed him and met Wu Chen. Hearing Wu Chen speak with childlike ignorance, Xie Lingyun realized her brain hadn’t fully developed. Mo Xiao asked Xie Lingyun to take care of her, but he was reluctant. Mo Xiao clarified that he just wanted to cure Wu Chen’s cold affliction and then send her down the mountain to live peacefully.

Xie Lingyun reluctantly agreed. Xie Lingyun later noticed Mo Xiao seemed to fear Wu Chen. When Wu Chen approached, he instinctively stepped back. Mo Xiao remembered being kissed by Wu Chen earlier and blushed, shocking Xie Lingyun even more. When Wu Chen heard that Mo Xiao was going out, she wanted to follow, but Mo Xiao couldn’t take her. He reminded her that she could use the Mind Stone to summon him if anything happened. Xie Lingyun grew even more annoyed—he had asked Mo Xiao for that stone many times without success, and now Mo Xiao had given it to a little girl.

Xie Lingyun was displeased that Mo Xiao gave the stone to a little girl and accused him of valuing romance over friendship. Mo Xiao could only agree to talk about it later. But when Xie Lingyun saw how reluctant Mo Xiao was to part with Wu Chen, he became worried that the most promising cultivator of Shushan might be ruined by a young girl. Chong Guang had never pursued immortality; his goal had always been to unify the Three Realms.

He was aware that Shushan was investigating the matter at Mang Mountain, but he had no intention of killing the little fox, firmly believing that with Shushan's current capabilities, they would never be able to trace him. Every day, Xie Lingyun brought glutinous rice dumplings to Wu Chen, along with books for her to read. He even suggested taking her for a walk down the mountain, but Wu Chen refused because she had promised Mo Xiao she wouldn’t leave.

She wanted to stay by his side and couldn’t just run off. When Xie Lingyun asked if she liked Mo Xiao, Wu Chen didn't understand what "liking" meant. It was only after hearing Xie Lingyun describe how people feel when they like someone that she realized she liked Mo Xiao. Their conversation was overheard by Zi Su, who had been secretly following them. After Xie Lingyun left, Zi Su went to find Wu Chen alone.

From their conversation, she learned that Wu Chen was the demon girl from Mang Mountain. Wanting to protect Mo Xiao from being implicated, Zi Su lied to Wu Chen, claiming it was Mo Xiao's intention for her to leave and go elsewhere. At first, Wu Chen didn’t want to go, but when she found out the rice dumplings were made by Zi Su, she was delighted and went with her.

Zi Su tricked Wu Chen into going to Yuan Beichen and asked him to issue an order to expel Wu Chen from the mountain. After testing her, Xuan Zhen confirmed that Wu Chen was just a mortal girl who had entered the place by mistake and agreed to let Zi Su escort her off the mountain. Just then, villagers from Mang Mountain came and accused Wu Chen of being the demon girl from their village.

Yuan Beichen had no choice but to detain her. Wu Chen accused Yuan Beichen of oppressing them and insisted that she had promised to wait for Mo Xiao and would do so no matter what. If they insisted on imprisoning her, she wouldn’t hold back. She unleashed her icy cold energy, instantly freezing several people in the hall. When Mo Xiao rushed back and touched Wu Chen, the ice dissipated. But Wu Chen had used too much strength and nearly fainted.

Mo Xiao asked Zi Su to support her and respectfully explained to Yuan Beichen that Wu Chen was an orphan he had brought back out of concern she might harm others. Xie Lingyun also testified that the cold energy wasn’t demonic but a medical condition. Yuan Beichen temporarily refrained from punishing her. Zi Su apologized to Mo Xiao.

She had begun to suspect something when she noticed Mo Xiao eating the rice dumplings and secretly followed Xie Lingyun to Wu Chen’s place. She feared Wu Chen might implicate Mo Xiao, especially since Wu Chen openly declared her affection for him. Zi Su had never meant to hurt Wu Chen—she only wanted Yuan Beichen to drive her away. Yuan Beichen sent word for Mo Xiao to go to the Sword Pavilion. Mo Xiao, realizing his mistake, knelt to accept punishment.

Yuan Beichen scolded him for bringing the girl back without permission and asked if he liked her. Mo Xiao denied having personal feelings. Yuan Beichen demanded he swear before the Sword Pavilion's ancestral shrine that he had no selfish motives. Yuan Beichen then made his own vow to suppress all worldly emotions and devote himself to protecting Shushan. While Yuan Beichen was punishing himself, Wu Chen was in deep pain.

Zi Su and Xuan Zhen tried to help her, but it was useless. Mo Xiao sensed her pain and flew to protect her. He explained that their cultivation techniques clashed and continuing like this would endanger Wu Chen’s life. Xuan Zhen didn’t want to let Wu Chen go, but Mo Xiao, afraid for Wu Chen’s life, forcibly took her away. Xuan Zhen informed Yuan Beichen and speculated that Wu Chen was actually Feng Lixue, daughter of Feng Xingtian.

Remembering Feng Yue’s words, Yuan Beichen feared Wu Chen might follow in her father’s footsteps and fall into the demonic path, endangering Shushan in the future, so he decided to take action early. Thanks to Mo Xiao’s care, Wu Chen woke up and was relieved to see him again. She now understood that Mo Xiao was right to keep her from going down the mountain.

Mo Xiao tried to explain that his master had no ill intentions, but Wu Chen didn’t need an explanation—she had always trusted Mo Xiao. She was just curious: was Mo Xiao afraid others would hurt her, or that they would hurt themselves because of her? Mo Xiao remained silent. Wu Chen suddenly felt she might become a burden to him.

Senior Brother Lu came to arrest Wu Chen on orders, but Zi Su blocked him at the door and asked him to leave the Tiance Academy. However, he refused. Mo Xiao came out and refused to let him take Wu Chen, promising to personally confess and accept punishment the next day. Knowing he couldn’t win against Mo Xiao, Senior Brother Lu had no choice but to leave for now.

Wu Chen came out and asked Mo Xiao directly: if she stayed and was punished, or left and avoided it, which would he choose? Mo Xiao said that if she had made a mistake, she should be punished. Wu Chen was very happy, thinking Mo Xiao couldn’t bear to let her go. She agreed to be punished, and Zi Su couldn’t believe Wu Chen would think about things that way.

Zi Su brought Wu Chen more rice dumplings, worried she wouldn’t get to eat them during her punishment. But she had also prepared many herbs from the Hundred Herbs Sect to keep Wu Chen alive. Wu Chen, however, wasn’t worried at all and calmly read her storybook. She believed Mo Xiao would never let her get hurt. This statement infuriated Zi Su. She felt Wu Chen had brought too much trouble to Mo Xiao and should stay away from him.

But Wu Chen believed Mo Xiao was her destined one and they couldn’t be separated, making Zi Su storm off in anger. Mo Xiao went to Xie Lingyun to request the Divine Mechanism Map and the Purple Bestowal Immortal Sash. The map revealed all the traps in the Iron Law Sect, while the sash could block all punishment. Xie Lingyun agreed to steal both but asked for a promise in return—he wanted the freedom to choose any magical artifact.

The next morning, Xie Lingyun led people to escort Wu Chen and asked Mo Xiao to go to the Sword Pavilion for punishment. Mo Xiao was worried about Wu Chen going alone, but Xie Lingyun reminded him that he already had the Purple Bestowal Immortal Sash, so what was there to worry about? Mo Xiao knew he couldn’t afford to provoke more conflict with Yuan Beichen, so he agreed. Before leaving, he silently placed the sash around Wu Chen’s wrist.

While Mo Xiao was receiving punishment at the Sword Pavilion, he heard that Yuan Beichen wanted to send Wu Chen to the Demon Subduing Palace. Alarmed, he rushed there. Yuan Beichen believed Wu Chen had approached Mo Xiao with ulterior motives. But Wu Chen insisted she was Mo Xiao’s destined one and refused to be separated. Yuan Beichen brought up the names Feng Xingtian and Feng Lixue, which Wu Chen didn’t recognize but found strangely familiar.

Yuan Beichen thought she was pretending and sentenced her to the Demon Subduing Palace. Mo Xiao rushed in and begged Yuan Beichen to release Wu Chen.

Yuan Beichen questioned Mo Xiao about what he intended to do if he refused to let Wu Chen go. Mo Xiao declared that even if he had to bear all the punishment, he would still save Wu Chen. Yuan Beichen became even angrier and ordered the strengthening of the Demon Suppression Curse. Each time the talisman struck Wu Chen, Chong Guang cried out in pain, as if he could feel the same agony.

Yet, he was strangely pleased, for only through such pain did he feel truly alive. Mo Xiao remembered the venomous oath once sworn by Feng Lixue—that she would return for revenge even as a ghost. With a heart full of anguish, he once again pleaded with Yuan Beichen to let Wu Chen go. However, Yuan Beichen warned that the more he pleaded, the heavier the punishment would become.

If Mo Xiao was willing to risk his life to save her, he would intensify the punishment even further. In the end, even if Mo Xiao survived, Wu Chen would not. The news reached Chong Guang, and he finally understood the source of his chest pain. He immediately ordered someone to inform "that person", determined not to let anything happen to Wu Chen. Meanwhile, Wu Chen suffered greatly inside the Demon Suppression Palace.

Yuan Beichen furiously ordered Mo Xiao to confess his crimes at the Sword Pavilion, threatening that Wu Chen would not leave alive otherwise. A man in black robes secretly observed Mo Xiao being taken to the Sword Pavilion, then flew into the Demon Suppression Array himself, using his own body to block the curse's power from Wu Chen. In her haze, Wu Chen saw a masked man appear before her, and then closed her eyes.

Yuan Beichen furiously rebuked Mo Xiao for daring to barge into the Demon Suppression Palace for a woman and questioned his reasons for trying to save her. Mo Xiao refused to speak the truth and was whipped by Yuan Beichen, who accused him of forgetting the Immortal Lord’s dying wish for the sake of Wu Chen. But no matter what, Mo Xiao refused to admit his true feelings.

Yuan Beichen revealed that Wu Chen was actually Feng Lixue, and that Mo Xiao only helped her because of this. He angrily reminded Mo Xiao of Fengyue’s death. Chong Guang summoned the white fox Xue’er, now in human form, and showed her a strand of divine consciousness through a mirror. Xue’er was to become the vessel for this divine consciousness.

After transferring it into her body, Chong Guang placed the Phoenix Mask on her with satisfaction and helped her push her cultivation to its peak. He then announced to the world that she would appear at the Ice Lake of Ten Thousand Islands and reveal the secret vault. Yuan Beichen, thinking he had wrongly accused Mo Xiao, came to the Sword Pavilion to apologize.

He suspected someone else was manipulating things behind the scenes and feared the catastrophe foretold by the Sword Sovereign. He asked Mo Xiao to investigate—if the masked woman truly was Feng Lixue and would bring disaster to the mortal realm, Mo Xiao must show no mercy and kill her. Mo Xiao agreed. Believing he had also wronged Wu Chen, Yuan Beichen asked Mo Xiao to bring her out.

Mo Xiao was heartbroken upon seeing her but noticed she wasn’t injured and assumed the sash he gave her had protected her. Wu Chen, however, told Yuan Beichen that a masked man had broken in and tried to take her away, but she refused to leave because she believed Mo Xiao would come for her. Mo Xiao brought the weakened Wu Chen back and asked Zi Su to care for her.

Wu Chen guessed that Zi Su liked Mo Xiao because that’s what people do in the storybooks she read. Zi Su didn’t like her, likely because she liked Mo Xiao. Wu Chen told Zi Su that Mo Xiao probably knew everything but hadn’t given her a chance to speak, just to avoid mutual embarrassment. Based on what she read, she believed Mo Xiao actually liked her. This made Zi Su angry, and she stormed out.

Wu Chen, feeling weak, lay down without drinking the medicine Zi Su brought. A great battle broke out between the asura clan and the immortal sects. The Heavenly Demon Token was split into three stones and fell to the base of Mount Buzhou. One was passed to Chong Guang by Ye Yuan, but the other two were still missing. It was speculated that they might be hidden in the secret vault.

Ji Xingluo volunteered to help find them, but Chong Guang ordered the protector Changming to retrieve them from the Ice Lake of Ten Thousand Islands. Ji Xingluo objected, claiming Changming was not of their clan and shouldn't be trusted. Chong Guang was displeased with her comment, as he himself was not of the asura clan either. Xuyuan Wushuang, once Ye Yuan’s wife, stepped forward to explain on his behalf.

Though Chong Guang praised Wushuang, he could tell she rarely attended such meetings due to dissatisfaction with him taking the position of Lord. Chong Guang had always tasked Changming with monitoring the other clan leaders. When he discovered Ji Xingluo had started to act, he didn’t stop her, as he too wanted to find the three sacred stones. As long as she didn’t create trouble, he didn’t mind her actions.

Of the three stones, one was already in Chong Guang’s possession, and he knew that the other leaders had long coveted it. Now that the other two were potentially located, everyone naturally wanted them. The young master of the Wind Whisper Sect was originally supposed to accompany Mo Xiao by order of Murong Changfeng, but he refused to go. Murong Jing, however, was eager to follow, and the young master gave the opportunity to his younger sister.

Murong Jing excitedly came to find Mo Xiao but ran into Wu Chen. Wu Chen sensed Murong Jing liked Mo Xiao and reminded her once again that Mo Xiao liked her, not Murong Jing. Enraged, Murong Jing stormed off to confront Mo Xiao. Murong Jing found Wu Chen sitting in her former seat. Neither would back down, and just as Mo Xiao was caught in the middle, Xie Lingyun reminded Murong Jing of their main mission.

Murong Jing immediately asked Mo Xiao if he was taking her to the Ice Lake of Ten Thousand Islands. Wu Chen also wanted to go, firmly believing Mo Xiao would bring her along. Having heard no news from Shi Buji, Mo Xiao grew impatient and decided to set off immediately. Xie Lingyun wanted to come along, but Mo Xiao stopped him, asking him to stay and look after Wu Chen.

Xie Lingyun, displeased, suggested bringing Wu Chen or handing her over to Murong Jing instead. Just then, Murong Jing and Wu Chen entered, overhearing the conversation. Murong Jing blamed Xie Lingyun for causing her trouble. Wu Chen was also upset. This was the third time Mo Xiao was leaving her behind. According to the storybooks, “things don’t happen more than three times. ” Angrily, she decided to leave, believing Mo Xiao didn’t want her to stay.

But when she looked back from her room and didn’t see Mo Xiao coming after her, she was disappointed. According to the storybook logic, he should’ve chased after her.

Xie Lingyun imitated the frivolous young masters at the foot of the mountain, speaking sweet words to women, which made Murong Jing feel extremely uncomfortable. She expressed her discontent with Xie Lingyun learning such improper ways and hoped he could come up with an idea to persuade Mo Xiao to take her down the mountain. The next morning, Mo Xiao came to see Wu Chen, telling her to stay safely on the mountain.

He had found someone to treat her illness, and if the treatment succeeded but he didn’t return, she could continue to stay there and wait for him to arrange her life off the mountain. However, no matter how much Mo Xiao said, there was no response from the room, and Wu Chen did not open the door. Thinking she was angry, Mo Xiao explained that he didn’t consider her a burden—he simply didn’t want her to take any risks.

Still, Wu Chen said nothing. Worried, Mo Xiao pushed the door open, only to find the room empty. Panicked, Mo Xiao searched everywhere but couldn’t find her. Meanwhile, Wu Chen had left Shushan alone, upset at having become a burden to Mo Xiao. She accidentally twisted her ankle and was unable to move, sitting on the ground in pain.

Remembering the stone Mo Xiao had given her, she began pouring her heart out to it, admitting that she had caused Mo Xiao a lot of trouble, though she had always believed he was willing to do those things for her. But if Mo Xiao was unwilling now, it meant he wasn’t her destined one. Mo Xiao heard her voice from the stone and quickly tracked her down. Seeing Wu Chen holding the stone, he offered to carry her back.

Wu Chen tearfully reminded him that this time she wasn’t shamelessly begging to stay—it was Mo Xiao who insisted on taking her back. Wu Chen hurriedly nodded in agreement, finally breaking into a smile through her tears. Murong Jing went to great lengths to accompany Mo Xiao down the mountain and explicitly stated she would not help take care of Wu Chen.

Just as Mo Xiao was put in a difficult position, Xie Lingyun brought news—he had found the whereabouts of the divine doctor Shi Bujiu, who was willing to help, and they had arranged to meet at Wan Island Ice Lake. Mo Xiao decided to take everyone there and instructed Zi Su and Zi Mu to disguise Wu Chen as a man. This time, Mo Xiao and his group set out for Wan Island Ice Lake on a large ship.

Murong Jing, who was in charge of looking after Wu Chen, was assigned to room with her. She immediately objected, unwilling to stay together, but Mo Xiao insisted she had to be responsible for Wu Chen’s safety. Xie Lingyun also refused to share a room with Mo Xiao, and since Wu Chen offered to stay with Mo Xiao, Murong Jing reluctantly agreed to share a room with Wu Chen.

Wu Chen liked hugging something when she slept and warned Murong Jing that she might hug her. Murong Jing strongly objected, but when she saw a bug crawling across the floor, she jumped onto the bed and clung to Wu Chen for protection. Wu Chen couldn't help but laugh, and Murong Jing finally agreed to let her hug her while sleeping. On the deck, Mo Xiao chatted with Xie Lingyun about Shi Bujiu treating Wu Chen.

In truth, Mo Xiao didn’t believe Shi Bujiu could cure her but felt he had no choice but to try. His words confused Xie Lingyun. Mo Xiao only wanted to find out who the masked man in black was that Wu Chen had mentioned. At that moment, Zi Su brought the completed Chi Yu Chain for Wu Chen.

However, Wu Chen showed no reaction when she saw the Feng Yu Chain, leaving Mo Xiao uncertain whether the person in front of him was really Feng Lixue. That night, Mo Xiao felt a familiar presence nearby, but when he went out, he saw no one. In fact, the masked woman had been watching the ship from the shore the whole time.

Back in the cabin, Mo Xiao gazed through the window at the sleeping Wu Chen, momentarily dazed, wondering if she was really Feng Lixue. After spending two days together, Wu Chen and Murong Jing had grown close. Murong Jing often tried to teach Wu Chen how to use the Chi Yu Chain, but Wu Chen just couldn’t learn. Murong Jing hoped she’d master it soon so she could protect herself and fight off bad people.

But Wu Chen said she didn’t need to fight bad people—because she was the bad one. Suddenly, they saw three people fighting on the river. Wu Chen asked if they should help, and if so, whom to help. Xie Lingyun recognized the three as Madam Du Hongyue, the Master of Biqiong Island, and the Master of Longevity Valley, and advised they avoid trouble by steering clear.

But before he could finish speaking, Mo Xiao had already flown to the small boat and snatched the Feng Yu Token they were fighting over. Wu Chen and Murong Jing immediately followed and stood behind Mo Xiao. Mo Xiao told the three to go back and tell the masked woman that Mo Xiao had arrived. Wu Chen liked the Feng Yu Token that Mo Xiao brought back, and he gave it to her without hesitation.

Mo Xiao believed the masked woman’s real goal was to lure him out, which was why he had the message delivered. He now suspected that only by drawing out the masked woman could he confirm who was truly Feng Lixue. Chong Guang, upon hearing that the Feng Yu Token had been taken and the message spread, instructed Chang Ming to warn the masked woman to use her brain and not ruin his plans.

Chang Ming was curious about Chong Guang’s true intentions and why he wasn’t stopping Ji Xingluo even though he knew she had ulterior motives. Chong Guang felt this was a major affair of the asura clan—if even the Star Lord didn’t participate, it would only raise suspicions. Ever since Mo Xiao spread the message, evil forces kept showing up to test them.

Murong Jing and Xie Lingyun were busy fighting them off while Wu Chen obediently accompanied Mo Xiao, even helping him with his shoes. Xie Lingyun was frustrated with constantly fending off these attacks with no end in sight, but Mo Xiao was confident—the person they were waiting for would arrive soon.

Eventually, they abandoned the large ship and switched to a smaller one, deliberately leaving behind the Black Spider's mark to make others believe the Feng Yu Token had been taken by Madam Du. The group arrived at a market that had once been Feng Xingtian’s residence. When Wu Chen saw Xing Tian Manor, she was reluctant to leave, feeling an uncanny sense of familiarity.

After finding an inn in Fengdu City, Mo Xiao rented out the entire place but had Xie Lingyun pay for it. Xie Lingyun couldn’t help but complain, criticizing Mo Xiao for making him pay after he had already spent a whole bag of golden leaves last time. This time, Mo Xiao had generously booked the entire inn.

Mo Xiao explained that there were guests coming today and then deliberately sent Xie Lingyun and Wu Chen along with the others out for a walk. At Xing Tian Manor, the Great Protector gathered the disciples who had been living like ordinary people. They felt the sect leader was no longer around, and they had been disbanded by Shushan long ago. They didn’t understand why the Great Protector Po Yun insisted on gathering them together.

Po Yun, however, believed that as long as they followed Feng Xingtian for one day, they would follow him for life. Now that Feng Lixue had returned, it was time to revive the Tianxing Sect together. Some, however, had grown used to their new lives and were reluctant to gather.

When Po Yun was about to make an example out of them, the masked woman arrived and stopped him, suggesting that now wasn’t the time to deal with their own people but to focus on Mo Xiao, Feng Xingtian’s disciple. Mo Xiao was meditating in the evening when the masked woman arrived uninvited. She knew Mo Xiao had intentionally lured her there. She noted that Mo Xiao, who had seemed somewhat foolish as a child, had grown clever now.

This made Mo Xiao even more suspicious that the masked woman was indeed Feng Lixue. After using the Feng Yu Chain to draw Mo Xiao out, the masked woman attacked him, insisting she was the returned Feng Lixue seeking revenge. At this moment, Wu Chen and the others returned, and Feng Lixue flew away. Wu Chen, however, was delayed by watching a rabbit and was found by the masked woman.

Just as the masked woman was about to strike, a black mist stopped her. The masked woman quickly fled, leaving Wu Chen feeling dizzy. The others searched for Wu Chen and eventually found her asleep in the street. Mo Xiao scolded her for being so reckless. Wu Chen mentioned seeing someone with a mask earlier, feeling that the person was familiar, but it wasn’t the same person as the one she had encountered in Shushan.

Because Wu Chen had slept for a long time and her feet had fallen asleep, Mo Xiao carried her back while asking about her plans before going to Mang Mountain. Wu Chen couldn’t remember and felt it wasn’t necessary to try. Mo Xiao didn’t press further. Chang Ming came to deliver Chong Guang’s orders, warning that if there was another incident like today, those involved would no longer be of use.

The masked woman, however, stated that no one could stop her from doing what she wanted, and she wouldn’t be controlled by Chong Guang. As soon as Chang Ming left, Feng Lixue captured Po Yun, who had been hiding outside the window. She questioned him about doubting her identity, and Po Yun, though never doubting her, expressed concern over her actions over the years. He also vowed to die to protect her.

The masked woman placed her hand on his shoulder, reminding him to do as she instructed. Po Yun noticed that the masked woman could touch him and guessed that her cold illness had been cured. Xie Lingyun was displeased that Mo Xiao had deliberately sent them away. Mo Xiao explained that he just wanted to verify whether the masked woman was truly Feng Lixue and didn’t want to involve Xie Lingyun.

Xie Lingyun, though upset that Mo Xiao didn’t treat him like a friend, also expressed concern about whether Mo Xiao would uncover the truth about the masked woman’s identity. The next day, they all rode together toward their destination, with Po Yun and his people lying in wait along the road. As soon as Mo Xiao’s group neared, they released hidden weapons.

However, Po Yun accidentally noticed that Wu Chen also had a Feng Yu Token mark on the back of her neck, which surprised him. Mo Xiao and the others weren’t injured, and they realized that these people were the masked woman’s followers. Worried they might cause trouble, they hastened toward Taohua Wu. Po Yun, uneasy after seeing Wu Chen’s birthmark and recalling that the masked woman could touch his shoulder, began to doubt that she was the real Feng Lixue.

Mo Xiao and the others discovered that Madam Du and her group were trying to steal the Feng Yu Token. They had already set up an ambush at the inn on the main path. To shake them off, Mo Xiao instructed Xie Lingyun to fake an escape with the Feng Yu Token, drawing all of them into pursuit, while Mo Xiao and Zi Su led the others toward the entrance to Wan Island Ice Lake.

Once Madam Du and her group discovered their plan, they quickly followed. Mo Xiao had already sealed the token there. The group accused Mo Xiao of blatantly trying to seize the Tianxing Sect’s hidden treasure. Madam Du suggested they all work together to break the barrier, but Mo Xiao warned them not to try, threatening that Shushan would never forgive them if they did. The group dared not act recklessly.

Since Murong Jing wanted to watch the spectacle, she left Wu Chen alone at the inn. Suddenly, Po Yun appeared beside Wu Chen. When Wu Chen went missing, Mo Xiao furiously scolded Murong Jing. She was heartbroken and left, while Mo Xiao wanted to search for Wu Chen but was stopped by Zi Su.

Mo Xiao was injured by the seal of the Feng Yu Token and needed to rest, while Zi Su and the others’ mission was to protect Mo Xiao. Mo Xiao reluctantly agreed. Murong Jing was upset, feeling that she only wanted to help Mo Xiao, but Wu Chen wasn’t a child, so why did she have to watch over her? Xie Lingyun comforted her, reminding her that Murong Jing was always the most beautiful, whether she was active or quiet.

Murong Jing felt a little better and decided to go look for Wu Chen. Po Yun took Wu Chen away and questioned her about her birthmark, demanding to know who she really was, when the birthmark appeared, and why she was so powerless despite being with Mo Xiao. Wu Chen tried to escape but was struck by Po Yun. To protect herself, she released cold energy, stunning Po Yun, who stood frozen.

The masked woman appeared just in time to take Po Yun away, recognizing that he had begun to doubt her identity. She also reminded him that she was the real Feng Lixue, and Wu Chen’s purpose was to make Mo Xiao fall for her. After Po Yun left, Wu Chen fell unconscious. Madam Du and her group found her and took her away, sending a message to Mo Xiao, demanding he lift the seal in exchange for Wu Chen’s life.

When Wu Chen woke up, she found the masked woman in front of her. The masked woman scolded Wu Chen for not being worthy of being Feng Lixue, forgetting her father’s vengeance, and vowed to kill Mo Xiao. Hearing that Mo Xiao would be killed, Wu Chen immediately used Ice Seal to fight back. During the battle, she saw that the masked woman also had the Feng-shaped mark, which shocked her.

At that moment, Chang Ming arrived and knocked Wu Chen unconscious, warning the masked woman not to harm Wu Chen, or she would make her disappear forever. Chang Ming then took Wu Chen away, throwing a heartstone at the masked woman as he left.

Mo Xiao had been constantly worried about Wu Chen, as the Mind Stone he carried showed no response. Just then, Xie Lingyun rushed over with a threatening letter—Madam Du and the others demanded Mo Xiao break the barrier in exchange for Wu Chen. Mo Xiao hurried to the barrier, where he was coerced by the crowd to open it. He released countless flying swords, suspending them above everyone's heads, forcing them to hand over Wu Chen.

He warned that if they failed to produce Wu Chen, no one would be allowed to leave. Xie Lingyun tried to persuade him to stop, but seeing that Mo Xiao was determined, he chose to stay by his side through heaven and earth, also pressuring the crowd to hand over Wu Chen. Murong Jing unleashed the Pagoda Bell, causing everyone intense headaches. Amid the counterattacks, her Pagoda Bell fell into the water. Xie Lingyun was injured protecting her.

The masked woman suddenly appeared before the crowd and demanded that Mo Xiao choose between saving Wu Chen or allowing the others to reach the island. Mo Xiao was willing to trade his life for Wu Chen’s and agreed to leave with the masked woman, telling Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing to return and wait. Xie Lingyun noticed Murong Jing staring at the lake, knowing she was heartbroken over the lost Pagoda Bell.

Shushan also received word of Wu Chen and the others' actions. Yuan Beichen felt the situation was too murky to make a decision for now. Suddenly, people from Penglai Mountain and the Celestial Realm arrived, demanding Shushan clarify publicly that they had nothing to do with the Heavenly Secret Treasure and had no interest in being involved. The outside world believed the three sects were allied.

Now that Mo Xiao had stirred trouble, they feared being implicated and even pressured Shushan to revoke Mo Xiao's position as heir. Reluctantly, Yuan Beichen agreed that if Mo Xiao failed to resolve the issue properly, his position would be revoked. After returning, Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing were met by Zi Su and others who wanted to rescue Mo Xiao out of concern.

But Xie Lingyun stopped them, believing that if Mo Xiao hadn’t gone willingly, the masked woman wouldn’t have been able to take him. Since he told everyone to wait at home, he surely had his own plan, and not interfering would be the best support. The masked woman bound Mo Xiao with iron chains and told him she was the real Feng Lixue, while Wu Chen was merely a pawn. Hatred had kept her alive all these years.

Mo Xiao, with tears in his eyes, said he would willingly bear it all if it meant Feng Lixue could come back to life. The masked woman scoffed at his words as lies and flung him into endless darkness, where the sounds of women laughing and screaming echoed. Mo Xiao sat silently, reciting scriptures. Ji Xingluo found Mo Xiao and the masked woman, wanting them to jointly open the treasure.

The masked woman reprimanded her but was injured in the ensuing fight. Ji Xingluo discovered that the masked woman’s technique was demonic and began to doubt her identity. Mo Xiao broke free of the chains and, joining forces with the masked woman, defeated Zi Ying and Ji Xingluo before escaping. Ji Xingluo ordered Zi Ying to investigate the masked woman’s background. Although Mo Xiao saved the masked woman, she still had no intention of letting him go.

She attacked again, but was thwarted by Chang Ming, who intervened from the shadows. Forced to retreat, she blamed Chang Ming for interfering. Chang Ming was unfazed and criticized her for defying Chong Guang's orders. Murong Jing brought medicine to Xie Lingyun and found him missing. Anxiously searching, she discovered the unconscious Xie Lingyun by the river. Despite his injuries, he had gone into the water to retrieve the Pagoda Bell for her, knowing how much it meant to her.

Murong Jing was deeply moved and began to develop feelings for Xie Lingyun. The masked woman deliberately handed over Wu Chen, but spread the word that the treasure was now up for grabs. Everyone attacked Mo Xiao, but Wu Chen suddenly awoke and froze them all before fainting herself. Enraged, Mo Xiao erected a boundary and warned that anyone who dared cross it would face the wrath of the Fengyue Sword.

Seeing that the masked woman had fled, the others quickly retreated. Zi Su, Zi Mu, and the others returned and discussed what they had witnessed. They found it unbelievable—Wu Chen could freeze everything within a hundred paces, yet failed to freeze the masked woman. Moreover, her power seemed far greater than before. Ji Xingluo was captured and brought before Chong Guang. She accused him of betraying the asura clan and Night Abyss’s trust.

Chong Guang replied that he had only spared Ji Xingluo because of a promise to Night Abyss—otherwise, she would already be dead. He ordered her thrown into the Demon Prison and had Zi Ying’s facial injury, caused by Ji Xingluo, healed. He told Zi Ying to await Ji Xingluo’s punishment before returning. Chong Guang knew the entire asura clan distrusted him.

He told Left Protector Ming Huang and Wushuang that he wasn’t truly one of them and viewed this place as a stepping stone—he would eventually leave and return the clan to them. There was no need to act rashly. Touched by Chong Guang healing her face, Zi Ying begged to stay by his side, and he agreed. Wu Chen’s injuries were severe. Mo Xiao spent three days and nights treating her but could only stabilize her pulse.

Seeing her in pain, he thought only of saving her. Outside, Zi Su worried that Mo Xiao might push himself too far and tried to rush in, but Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing stopped her, fearing it would worsen both of their conditions. Just as Mo Xiao stepped out of the room, he fainted. Fortunately, Xie Lingyun had called Shi Buji, who gave Mo Xiao a pill and demanded a Soul-Returning Elixir as payment.

But Xie Lingyun said that wasn’t who he wanted saved and offered two jars of Peach Blossom Brew instead. Shi Buji immediately countered for four jars. Xie Lingyun, reluctant to part with his brew, tried to bargain, but Mo Xiao directly promised ten jars, leaving Xie Lingyun speechless. Shi Buji examined Wu Chen and realized someone had already tried saving her. Dissatisfied, he feared the credit might be unclear.

Mo Xiao hurriedly explained he hadn’t intervened and credited Shi Buji with all the merit. Pleased, Shi Buji agreed to help—but demanded everyone leave. After everyone exited, Mo Xiao also signaled Xie Lingyun to leave. Xie Lingyun pouted and stepped out.

Although Xie Lingyun was the one who brought Shi Bujio, he was still kicked out of the room. While everyone was complaining and grumbling, Xie Lingyun believed he was the least deserving to be kicked out, yet he was still forced to leave. Still, he trusted that whatever Mo Xiao was doing, he had his own reasons.

Shi Bujio proposed that Mo Xiao inject spiritual power into Wu Chen's body, and then find snow lotus to use as medicine in order to save her. After channeling his spiritual power, Mo Xiao was set to find the snow lotus.

Everyone was worried about Mo Xiao going alone and insisted on following him, but since the snow lotus is a spiritual plant and might not appear if too many people went, they eventually agreed to let Mo Xiao go by himself. Xie Lingyun couldn’t understand why Mo Xiao would risk everything for Wu Chen. He tried to persuade Mo Xiao not to ruin his promising future for a woman.

But Mo Xiao revealed that the real reason he brought Shi Bujio was to help verify whether the person before them was truly Feng Lixue. In the end, it was confirmed—she was indeed Feng Lixue. As a child, Feng Lixue had a naturally cold constitution, and Feng Xingtian had sought out Shi Bujio. He placed an ice silkworm in Feng Lixue's body to help her live normally. However, as she grew older, the ice silkworm likely lost its effect.

This time, Shi Bujio came to retrieve the ice silkworm and confirmed he hadn't mistaken her identity. She was a patient he couldn't cure, and it became a lifelong regret. Zi Su, who had come to deliver something, happened to overhear this conversation between Xie Lingyun and Mo Xiao. After learning everything, Xie Lingyun no longer tried to stop him.

Mo Xiao once again used spiritual power to try and feed the snow lotus to Wu Chen, but Wu Chen's body rejected it. He had no choice but to place it in his mouth and feed it to her directly—just as Zi Su happened to witness the scene. Mo Xiao did not let everyone down. He successfully found the snow lotus and awakened Wu Chen.

But while watching over Wu Chen, Mo Xiao had a dream—he dreamt of Feng Lixue falling off a cliff. He used all his strength to pull her back up, only to find he had rescued Wu Chen. The two held each other tightly, but upon closer look, it was the masked woman. Mo Xiao woke up calling out Feng Lixue's name, which made Wu Chen curious—who exactly was Feng Lixue?

Ever since learning of Wu Chen’s identity, Zi Su had been deeply troubled, wondering how to best protect Mo Xiao. Zi Mu advised her not to pressure herself too much, but Zi Su’s heart wasn’t just burdened by the sense of protection—it also carried a vague jealousy. Zi Su went to Wu Chen and asked her to stay away from Mo Xiao, revealing she knew Wu Chen was actually Feng Lixue in disguise.

Just then, Murong Jing arrived with glutinous rice dumplings for Wu Chen, and only then did Zi Su leave. Wu Chen, however, didn’t tell Murong Jing what Zi Su had just said. Chong Guang soon learned of Wu Chen’s actions, and Mo Xiao also confirmed her identity. Wu Chen herself began to doubt who she really was. Chong Guang believed Mo Xiao couldn't have determined her identity as Feng Lixue solely based on Shi Bujio’s claim.

The more Mo Xiao wanted to uncover the truth, the more he had to go to Tongming Island. The masked woman sought out Po Yun and ordered him to spread the word that everything in Tianxing Secret Vault would be gifted to the world. Although Po Yun found it puzzling, he didn’t oppose the plan. After all, the vault could only be opened by Feng Lixue. When the time came, whoever could open it would be the true Feng Lixue.

The news reached Mo Xiao—Tongming Island would appear in three days. Mo Xiao was ready to go at any moment, but his mind kept flashing with images of the masked woman and Wu Chen. There couldn’t be two Feng Lixues in the world—there had to be something more. Mo Xiao deliberately gave Shi Bujio only five jars of wine through Xie Lingyun and said he would receive the other five only if he agreed to meet someone.

Shi Bujio, who loved wine like life itself, had no choice but to agree. Mo Xiao had people secretly gathering information but still couldn’t find out who Wu Chen’s master was. The masked woman had been taken away that day, but no one knew who took her. Mo Xiao ordered further investigation. Po Yun, seeing Mo Xiao bring Shi Bujio along, suspected that Mo Xiao was also questioning Feng Lixue’s identity. Wu Chen trained diligently every day.

Murong Jing was concerned and asked her about it. Wu Chen suddenly asked what it felt like to have a father. Murong Jing said having a father felt like being able to do anything without consequence. She also mentioned Feng Xingtian—though he wasn’t a good man, he searched the world for rare treasures for his daughter, making him a good father in her eyes.

From Murong Jing’s words, Wu Chen learned that Mo Xiao had gone to see the masked woman, which made her uneasy. She secretly slipped away while Murong Jing wasn’t looking. Mo Xiao brought Shi Bujio to meet the masked woman. The masked woman instantly knew Shi Bujio was there to expose her identity. She directly spoke of the treatment she received from Shi Bujio years ago. Shi Bujio was stunned to find that there were two Feng Lixues, overwhelmed by a sense of mystery and disbelief.

Po Yun was also stunned. He couldn’t understand why there were two Feng Lixues, but he guessed that Feng Lixue had come back to life, and perhaps many strange things had happened in between. So he decided to go find Wu Chen immediately. After Murong Jing couldn't find Wu Chen, she searched everywhere. At the same time, Wu Chen encountered Po Yun, who had come to find her.

Wu Chen wanted to understand from Po Yun whether she was truly Feng Lixue. Until now, she had only heard others say she was Feng Lixue, but she herself wanted to know the truth. Po Yun was also uncertain who was Feng Lixue, but he was sure that Wu Chen was not, because the real Feng Lixue would never be with Mo Xiao.

Just then, the woman in the phoenix mask suddenly appeared and told Wu Chen that Mo Xiao and she were enemies who had killed her father—they could never be together. However, Wu Chen treated her like a benefactor and followed her. The masked woman suddenly launched an attack on Wu Chen with a Phoenix Feather Chain. Wu Chen fought back, and Po Yun, afraid Wu Chen would get hurt, stepped in front to protect her.

In the process, a bronze mirror he was carrying fell to the ground. During the fight between Wu Chen and the masked woman, both were wounded and coughed up blood onto the mirror. Strangely, the two drops of blood quickly merged together. Po Yun suspected someone had used a soul-splitting technique. Wu Chen, however, had already left—she wanted to find the truth in her own way. Murong Jing returned in a panic after failing to find Wu Chen.

Just as Mo Xiao was about to go search, Wu Chen came back. She reassured everyone there was no need to worry about her. She was just an orphan girl and had nothing to do with the Heavenly Secret Vault—no one would harm her. She even asked Mo Xiao if he agreed. Mo Xiao didn’t know how to respond, only saying it was better to stay cautious. Wu Chen, looking heartbroken, returned to her room.

Everyone could sense that she was no longer the carefree girl she used to be. That night, Wu Chen had a dream. She dreamt of young Feng Lixue being saved by Chong Guang. But she insisted on going out to kill Mo Xiao and the others to avenge her father. In her desperation for revenge, she forced a wisp of her divine consciousness out of her body.

Chong Guang isolated this vengeful consciousness and erased Feng Lixue’s memory, leaving only the orphan girl Wu Chen, who had no memories or hatred—like a blank piece of paper, quietly waiting. Wu Chen awoke from the dream, saw Murong Jing still sound asleep, and didn’t wake her. The next day, Mo Xiao noticed Wu Chen was not in good spirits and wanted to check on her, only to discover her wrist was injured.

Wu Chen pretended not to know how she got hurt and went to find Zi Su to apply medicine. Mo Xiao was shocked because he had seen the same kind of injury on the masked woman’s wrist and couldn’t understand why Wu Chen had the same wound. Senior Brother Lu suddenly arrived with an order from Yuan Beichen, demanding the execution of Feng Lixue.

They believed that only by killing Feng Lixue could they prevent the Heavenly Secret Vault from resurfacing in the martial world. Mo Xiao immediately accepted the order but insisted that he would be the only one to carry it out. Anyone who acted on their own would be considered disobeying orders. Senior Brother Lu thought Mo Xiao was just afraid others would steal his credit and readily agreed. Xie Lingyun questioned Mo Xiao's decision to obey this order.

The sect leader was known to be kind-hearted and would not normally order a killing—not even of a demon. But now he had ordered the death of Feng Lixue, even though Wu Chen and the masked woman didn’t know who the real Feng Lixue was. Mo Xiao still accepted the task. He emphasized that Wu Chen was just Wu Chen—not Feng Lixue—which finally eased Xie Lingyun’s concerns.

But Mo Xiao still had lingering doubts about both Wu Chen and the masked woman. Mo Xiao noticed Wu Chen was troubled and hoped she would confide in him. But Wu Chen said everyone has their own secrets, which they might share with the person they trust most—or keep to themselves. She added that it was Xie Lingyun who had taught her this. Mo Xiao was left speechless.

Chong Guang also learned about the execution order and couldn't help laughing, thinking that Shu Mountain had become afraid. However, he believed that Mo Xiao wouldn’t kill anyone and that he would investigate the truth. By the time the truth was uncovered, it would be too late. Chang Ming suggested killing the masked woman to save Wu Chen from hardship, but Chong Guang wasn’t in a hurry.

He believed that Wu Chen would eventually awaken, and when she did, the masked woman would naturally disappear. Wu Chen kept thinking about the masked woman’s words, unsure if it was true that Mo Xiao had killed her father. Meanwhile, Mo Xiao was closely observing Wu Chen, trying to figure out the relationship between her and the masked woman. Tongming Island did appear, and the Poison Lady and others prepared to go there, only to discover poisonous mist around the area.

They didn’t dare venture further and decided they needed to find the masked woman quickly. Upon hearing the island had appeared, Mo Xiao hurried over. The lake was filled with bamboo rafts and many casualties—most people never returned, and newcomers were too afraid to enter. Senior Brother Lu came to press Mo Xiao about chasing Feng Lixue. Mo Xiao said he had already accepted the sect master’s order and didn’t need Lu’s nagging.

Lu felt embarrassed and left with his men. Xie Lingyun couldn’t wait for Mo Xiao’s decision and decided to take Murong Jing to check the canyon entrance first, leaving Zi Su and the others behind. Zi Su went to find Wu Chen, who also happened to be looking for her. The two agreed to go buy sticky rice dumplings, but Wu Chen had already guessed Zi Su’s real purpose—to kill her.

Wu Chen said she was happy for Mo Xiao to have such a loyal friend. She didn’t mean to drag Mo Xiao into this and didn’t want to wait any longer. She planned to leave soon and asked Zi Su to say goodbye to everyone on her behalf. Earlier, Po Yun had already met with Wu Chen. She planned to go to Tongming Island herself, believing the masked woman would follow—and Mo Xiao would definitely come too.

Po Yun knocked out Zi Su and took Wu Chen to the island. News of the masked demon woman heading to the island spread, and everyone began to stir. Mo Xiao locked himself in his room, silently studying the relationship between Wu Chen and the masked woman. He discovered that someone had used a soul-splitting technique—a forbidden spell among orthodox sects but one known to the demon clan.

Senior Brother Lu, seeing Mo Xiao still hadn’t acted, planned to enlist disciples from Penglai to kill Feng Lixue. Zi Su, upon waking, went to Mo Xiao and informed him that Wu Chen had left. At the same time, she also learned the masked woman had gone to Tongming Island. Mo Xiao rushed to the canyon entrance to find Xie Lingyun and told him that the masked woman and Wu Chen might be the same person.

He planned to go to the island to resolve the issue and asked Xie Lingyun and the others to stop anyone from entering. Xie Lingyun and Zi Su set up a barrier. The Poison Lady and others arrived soon after but were blocked and became furious, ready to attack the barrier. In their view, if Shu Mountain's people could go to the island, so should they. Po Yun led Wu Chen to Wuming Island, where they heard beasts roaring below.

The island rested on the back of a giant beast. If the beast awoke due to any disturbance, Wuming Island could collapse instantly. Worried that Wu Chen might have trouble walking, Po Yun found a stick for her to hold onto so they could climb together without getting tired. Wu Chen said she didn’t remember this, and Po Yun sighed that she had grown up—it was normal to forget things.

Still, Wu Chen held onto the stick and followed Po Yun up the path. Po Yun remembered when they came here with Feng Xingtian—the entrance had been on the cliff wall, but now it had vanished. The masked woman suddenly appeared behind them, saying the landscape had changed dramatically over time, and so had the entrance. She declared that Wu Chen would disappear today.

Wu Chen did not back down, believing that only one of them could be the real Feng Lixue—and that could only be proven by opening the Heavenly Secret Vault. The masked woman attacked Wu Chen, but Mo Xiao arrived in time to save her. Suddenly, the ground split open. The masked woman and Po Yun fell into one hole, while Mo Xiao and Wu Chen fell into another.

Wu Chen insisted she had come to open the vault to prove who was truly Feng Lixue. She guessed that Mo Xiao had come because he believed she was the real one but wasn’t sure about her connection with the masked woman. Mo Xiao replied that he didn’t care who Wu Chen really was—he just wanted her to always remain pure and never fall into the path of darkness.

Senior Brother Haotian from Penglai Island received a letter from Senior Brother Lu asking for help and rushed over immediately. Senior Brother Lu told Haotian that the Young Sect Leader had entered Tongming Island alone, which caused dissatisfaction among other sects. They believed he was trying to monopolize the secret treasure and expressed their discontent with Mo Xiao being appointed as the Young Sect Leader.

Haotian had also heard from Yu Yao before that Mo Xiao had just come out of seclusion and was already named the Young Sect Leader. He didn’t expect such an unreliable person. Po Yun and the masked woman entered the same secret tunnel. The masked woman was displeased that Po Yun always protected Wu Chen. Po Yun explained that he didn’t want to see either the masked woman or Wu Chen get hurt.

Wu Chen was worried that she was Feng Lixue. She remembered Xie Lingyun once saying that Mo Xiao was her fated person. At the time, she didn’t understand, but now she feared that a fated person might also be an enemy. She feared being Feng Lixue, which would mean there could only be hatred between her and Mo Xiao. Wu Chen didn’t want that kind of outcome.

Mo Xiao hoped Wu Chen would always remain the innocent and pure girl he knew. Wu Chen wept, feeling that it was already too late—she was only one step away from the truth. Just then, a giant rock suddenly fell, separating them. The masked woman and Po Yun were the first to find the entrance to the Tianxing Secret Treasure. Wu Chen arrived shortly after and saw that the mechanism on the door was shaped like a Phoenix Feather Token.

Po Yun recalled that only Feng Lixue’s blood could open the treasure. However, the masked woman couldn’t do it. Wu Chen used her own blood to open the secret treasure, which excited Po Yun immensely. They had finally found the young lady. The masked woman and Wu Chen walked into the treasure chamber together. Wu Chen also realized that the masked woman before her was just a fragment of her divine consciousness.

The masked woman took off her mask, revealing a face identical to Wu Chen’s, along with a ghostly smile. Back then, the masked woman had been imprisoned in a mirror, but Chong Guang released her and placed her onto Xue’er, removing the mask for her. The masked woman claimed that she had waited ten years just to take off that mask. Now, her only goal was to kill Wu Chen.

However, after a fierce battle, Wu Chen defeated the masked woman and absorbed her divine consciousness into her own body. The masked woman reverted to the appearance of Xue’er. Wu Chen was shocked—it turned out the person before her was Xue’er. Chong Guang suddenly felt a sharp pain in his chest. He sensed that Wu Chen’s heart had been moved—she had feelings for Mo Xiao. Chong Guang believed it was time to reclaim what they wanted.

Wu Chen awoke from her ten-year dream to find that everything had been real. She remembered what happened on the mountaintop all those years ago and called out Mo Xiao’s name loudly. Mo Xiao heard her and rushed into the cave, revealing that he was Feng Lixue. He also told her that the divine consciousness of the masked woman and Wu Chen had merged into one. Now was the time to resolve the grievance between them.

Mo Xiao also said that he had spent ten years in seclusion just to uncover the truth of the past. His heart burned every day. Whether it was Wu Chen or the masked woman, they had both been pawns of others. He hoped Wu Chen could wake up, not let hatred cloud her judgment, not be manipulated, and not be driven by revenge. Wu Chen struck Mo Xiao with the Phoenix Feather Chain, tears streaming down her face.

One voice told her not to kill him, but another insisted on doing so. Seeing Mo Xiao in pain, Feng Lixue was heartbroken. She hoped Mo Xiao could take her away with him. Mo Xiao reached out to take Wu Chen’s hand, wanting to leave with her. But Wu Chen stabbed him again with a sword. Mo Xiao’s blood instantly dripped to the ground—he hoped to end this cycle of hatred with his own life.

Seeing Mo Xiao lying before her, Wu Chen was overwhelmed with sorrow. She knelt down silently and looked at his face, remembering how she had seen him as a child and how he had taken her away from Mang Mountain and cared for her all along. Wu Chen collapsed weakly to the ground, tears falling uncontrollably, and let out a heartbreaking scream to release her inner pain.

Po Yun, hearing the sound, rushed in to check on Feng Lixue, but Chong Guang appeared and with a wave of his hand, knocked Po Yun unconscious. Feng Lixue saw Chong Guang appear behind her and didn’t understand why, even after taking revenge, her heart still hurt so much. Chong Guang comforted her, causing her to fall asleep unknowingly.

Then, Chong Guang woke Mo Xiao with a slap, but a cloud of black mist swept across Mo Xiao’s face, and he once again closed his eyes. Chong Guang walked alone into the treasure chamber and took the spirit stones within. Ten years ago, Chong Guang saved Feng Lixue by dripping his own blood into her mouth at the foot of a cliff.

When Feng Lixue opened her eyes, she saw Chong Guang before her, with snow falling heavily outside and the world cold and frozen. She fainted again. Chong Guang saved a snow fox that was about to freeze to death and had her stay in the snow cave to take care of Feng Lixue and ensure her survival. Since then, Xue’er became Feng Lixue’s only companion in that place. The Tianxing Secret Treasure suddenly opened.

As everyone on the shore tried to explore it, they found Tongming Island suddenly overturning. Countless people were thrown into the water. Xie Lingyun, who had fallen into the water, was still worried about Murong Jing’s safety, calling out to the nearly unconscious Murong Jing. Xie Lingyun barely survived and returned to Shushan, but he remained unconscious for several days. Murong Jing and the others were missing.

Murong Jing’s brother, Murong Ce, was furious—why did so many people die, and only Xie Lingyun returned? Why had Murong Jing not come back? But Murong Changfeng believed that no news might mean they weren’t dead. Yuan Beichen believed Feng Lixue was the root of all this and hated her deeply, convinced that she had orchestrated everything. Now that Feng Lixue and the disciples of the Immortal Sect had disappeared together, he suspected it was a mutual destruction plan.

Murong Changfeng thought that if they could find Feng Lixue, they could find out what happened to Murong Jing and the others. Murong Feng volunteered to search for news of Feng Lixue. Yuan Beichen had no choice but to assign the task to Murong Ce, reminding him that the goal was to retrieve their sect members. If he encountered Feng Lixue, he should avoid her and prioritize his safety. Murong Ce then took his leave.

Before Murong Ce left, Murong Changfeng told him one thing in particular: Mo Xiao’s fate was currently unknown, but the events on Tongming Island had caused Mo Xiao great disaster. Even if he survived, his future was bleak. He advised Murong Ce, who had great capability, to consider the future leadership of the sect. However, Murong Ce only wanted to find his sister and had no interest in such long-term matters.

Murong Ce led a group to Wan Island Ice Lake to search for Murong Jing. He was determined to find the missing people, even if it meant scouring every single island. Meanwhile, Xie Lingyun finally woke up, but he was constantly haunted by nightmares. Upon waking, he cried out for Murong Jing, convinced she ended up this way because she tried to save him.

Murong Ce’s group found Mo Xiao unconscious and drifting in the water, but they didn’t see anyone else. With no other leads, they brought Mo Xiao back. Xuan Zhen treated him and discovered a wound on his chest caused by the Phoenix Feather Chain, and noticed that his meridians were reversed. She suspected something unusual had happened. Yuan Beichen feared that Fengyue’s past words might have come true—Feng Lixue could indeed be Mo Xiao’s destined calamity.

People from Penglai came to demand Haotian’s life from Yuan Beichen, which is when he learned that the Penglai faction had gone to Wan Island Ice Lake. With Mo Xiao still unconscious, Yuan Beichen agreed to question him thoroughly once he woke up. The Penglai sect leader insisted that all four sects must be present to get to the bottom of this. Murong Ce pointed his sword at Mo Xiao, demanding an explanation, blaming him for the tragedy.

He was furious that Mo Xiao refused to kill Feng Lixue and believed that had led to the deaths of their comrades. Enraged, Murong Ce tried to kill Mo Xiao but was stopped by the arriving Xie Lingyun. Mo Xiao promised he would give an explanation to his sect. Mo Xiao told Xie Lingyun that before he lost consciousness, he saw a mysterious figure take Feng Lixue away.

If they could find that person, they would be able to find Murong Jing and the others. Although he wasn’t sure how to find them yet, he believed that since the person had already appeared, they wouldn’t stay hidden for long. The sect leaders of Shushan pressured Yuan Beichen to impose punishment. Murong Changfeng added fuel to the fire, and even Yuyao, the disciple of the Shushan sect leader, dared to openly accuse Yuan Beichen.

Enraged, Yuan Beichen resigned from his position as sect leader. At that moment, Mo Xiao appeared and asked Yuan Beichen to punish him instead. However, Yuan Beichen confessed that he had secretly benefited from the situation. He believed that Feng Lixue’s survival had to mean something, and to uncover the one behind her, he had secretly instructed Mo Xiao not to kill her. Xie Lingyun volunteered to help Mo Xiao make amends and investigate further.

Xie Tianjun was reluctant to let Xie Lingyun go but couldn’t bring himself to stop him, emotionally urging his son to take care of himself. Xie Lingyun had never seen this side of his father and was a bit unaccustomed to it. Murong Ce also offered to go with Xie Lingyun and Mo Xiao to Wan Island Ice Lake, where they discovered a deep whirlpool.

They speculated that this could be the key, and the three dove into the whirlpool in the mountain, arriving in another world—Desire Valley. Upon entering Desire Valley, Mo Xiao and his group found a place full of singing and dancing, with countless flower petals falling from the sky. Wu Chen dreamed of killing Mo Xiao, and she woke up from the nightmare in a panic.

Sitting in front of the mirror, she wept, haunted by the ruthless version of herself, her heart aching to the point she could barely breathe. Suddenly, Wu Chen saw Chong Guang standing outside. She ran to him, asking who she really was and whether he was the one who had separated her divine consciousness. Chong Guang told her the truth—it was she who had separated her own consciousness. But without him, she wouldn’t have survived.

From now on, there would be no more Wu Chen or the masked woman—only Feng Lixue. Chong Guang promised to make Feng Lixue even stronger and returned Po Yun to her. Chong Guang brought Feng Lixue before Xuyuan Wushuang, Ji Xingluo, and the others, declaring her the new Shaohao Star Lord. He announced that Feng Lixue was a disciple he had taken in ten years ago and the one who helped him retrieve the spirit stones.

Ji Xingluo was dissatisfied that an outsider had become Star Lord. Ming Huang also reminded Chong Guang that Feng Lixue had killed members of Shushan and would surely bring disaster. But Feng Lixue mocked Ming Huang for being cowardly and unfit to be a Star Lord. Her words delighted Chong Guang, who burst out laughing, saying that if all his followers were like her, he wouldn’t mind becoming the enemy of the world.

Ji Xingluo confronted Zi Ying, who had betrayed her. Zi Ying wasn’t afraid and instead reminded Ji Xingluo that she now belonged to Chong Guang. If Ji Xingluo dared to strike, she had better consider the consequences. Ji Xingluo was furious, clenching her teeth in hatred. Feng Lixue showed no real concern for Chong Guang. She simply acknowledged that she was his disciple and would follow his orders.

Chong Guang was very pleased and felt that Desire Valley suited her well. Chong Guang’s grandfather knew that Mo Xiao and the others had entered Desire Valley and guessed they would find this place soon. In private, Feng Lixue asked Po Yun if he knew whether any others had survived. Po Yun understood that she was worried about Mo Xiao. Ever since taking her revenge, she hadn’t felt any happiness. Though she said she had killed Mo Xiao, her heart ached terribly. She hoped he was still alive.

After Feng Lixue woke up, Po Yun noticed that she had been preoccupied, but she denied it. Although her mind was filled with thoughts of Mo Xiao, she insisted that her great revenge had already been fulfilled and she no longer had any worries. In the Valley of Desire, Mo Xiao encountered his three personal guardians, only to find that none of them recognized him. They each muttered about the most important things and people in their hearts.

When Murong Jing saw Xie Lingyun, she embraced him, subconsciously treating him as the most important person in her life. Although Mo Xiao realized they were likely under some sort of curse or poison, Xie Lingyun was still overjoyed. Ji Xingluo found Feng Lixue and exposed Chong Guang’s plot.

She believed that Chong Guang had long known the sacred stone was hidden within the Wind Chamber, which was why he deliberately took Feng Lixue in as a disciple and used her quest for revenge to seize the Wuyanshi and hide it in the secret chamber. Feng Lixue entered the chamber and picked up the Wuyanshi but was nearly caught. Fortunately, she was saved by Xuyuan Yunchao, who could control water.

Feng Lixue was grateful to him, though she expressed it a bit coldly, reminding him that he shouldn’t have gotten involved in her affairs. She also said that if he ever faced trouble in the future, he could come to her. Later, Feng Lixue arrived at the Valley of Desire and unexpectedly saw Mo Xiao. She was overwhelmed with emotion and began to cry, blaming Mo Xiao for coming there.

Mo Xiao admitted he had come to find her and warned her that she was being used, urging her to reveal who was behind it. Feng Lixue said she would uncover the truth herself, but if she found out Mo Xiao had deceived her, she would still kill him. Afterward, Feng Lixue confronted Chong Guang and asked what he wanted her to do next.

She also told him that Mo Xiao was still alive and questioned whether Chong Guang truly wanted her to kill him. Chong Guang replied that Mo Xiao was still useful for now and couldn’t be killed yet—but could be later. Feng Lixue immediately agreed.

Seeing how favored Feng Lixue was, Zi Ying tried to curry favor, claiming she could do the same, but Chong Guang slapped her and reminded her that in this world, only he had the authority to guide Feng Lixue. Zi Ying was ordered to deliver the Lesser Hao Star Lord robes to Feng Lixue. Feng Lixue noticed that Zi Ying clearly disliked her, and their conversation was unpleasant.

Zi Ying told Feng Lixue that she was just a pawn being used. Chong Guang only wanted the three sacred stones so that he could use them to obtain the Thousand Years Token. Eventually, the people in the Valley of Desire would lose their minds and fall under Chong Guang’s control. When that happened, Feng Lixue would lose her value.

Feng Lixue then recalled what Mo Xiao had said—both Wu Chen and the woman with the phoenix mask were just pawns for Chong Guang, who was only using her hatred to achieve his own goals. Meanwhile, Mo Xiao and the others discovered that Senior Brother Lu had already been controlled and lost his mind. They knocked out the people holding Lu and rescued him.

They also realized that many others had become Granny’s puppets, all due to the water in this place. The petals and mist drifting in the sky were all poisonous. Mo Xiao and Xie Lingyun had to cover their faces to investigate. Murong Jing and the others were getting worse. Xie Lingyun had to block Murong Jing’s acupuncture points and promised to return and save her. Zi Su, missing Mo Xiao, mistook Murong Ce for him.

Mo Xiao determined that they had been poisoned with the Love and Desire Venom. Seven days after arriving, the affected people would be sacrificed. It was already the fourth day. Mo Xiao knew he had to act quickly and gave everyone veils to protect them from the poisonous air. Mo Xiao believed the biggest problem was the Sacred Stone of Desire. If it could be destroyed, everyone could be saved.

But Feng Lixue told him that the stone couldn’t be destroyed, or the people would die instantly. She also revealed Chong Guang’s true identity to Mo Xiao. He was shocked to learn that Feng Lixue’s master was the demon lord. Mo Xiao promised to clear everyone’s name and insisted the people of Shushan wouldn’t truly blame Feng Lixue.

Feng Lixue reminded him that tomorrow was her day to inherit the position of Star Lord—and whether or not the people of Shushan could be saved depended on Mo Xiao himself. When Mo Xiao returned, Murong Changfeng had already brought the people of Shushan there. Murong Changfeng declared that if they obtained one more piece, they could lead a hundred thousand members of the asura clan to Mount Buzhou and seize the Thousand Years Token.

The leader of Shushan ordered them not only to stop Chong Guang from finding the demonic stone but also to destroy his entire plan. Mo Xiao believed the Sacred Stone of Desire released its poison at night. He asked Murong Changfeng to lead the disciples out first and set up camp outside the city. Murong Changfeng had no choice but to leave, entrusting Murong Jing to Mo Xiao and the others.

On the day Feng Lixue officially became the Lesser Hao Star Lord, Chong Guang prepared a grand ceremony and tried to place the Star Lord’s ring on Feng Lixue’s finger. Ji Xingluo interrupted, pointing out that Feng Lixue had entered the secret chamber without permission and thus was not qualified to inherit the title. Xuyuan Yunchao stood up and took full responsibility.

Chong Guang punished Xuyuan Yunchao by sending him to the demonic prison, but did not blame Feng Lixue at all. He also realized that Xuyuan Yunchao had developed feelings for Feng Lixue.

Xuyuan Yunchao was punished and imprisoned, but he remained calm and leisurely read books. Feng Lixue, feeling guilty, came to visit him, thanking him for saving her twice. A benefactor is definitely more important than a friend, and she didn’t want to see Xuyuan Yunchao locked up for seven days. She took the initiative to plead with Chong Guang for his release.

Feng Lixue explained that it was Ji Xingluo who had set a trap that day, deliberately leading her into the chamber. She had only gone in out of curiosity to see what the Wuyan Stone looked like. Chong Guang openly admitted that he wanted to help Feng Lixue seek revenge, but he also had his own plans to fulfill. When Feng Lixue asked what those plans were, Chong Guang didn’t tell her.

Feng Lixue asked if he was afraid she might betray him. Unexpectedly, Chong Guang said that he and Feng Lixue were one and the same, and it was impossible for her to betray him. He moved closer to her, looked into her eyes, saying they could melt ten thousand miles of snow and ice. As he gently stroked her face, seemingly lost in the moment, Chang Ming came to report that Mo Xiao had broken in.

Chong Guang did not blame Mo Xiao; instead, he generously invited him to drink. Mo Xiao refused the drink and asked for the antidote from Ai Yu Valley, offering himself in exchange. He had already seen through Chong Guang’s elaborate scheme to lure him to Tongming Island. In fact, the Wuyan Stone could have been acquired without alerting Shushan, but Chong Guang had gone to great lengths, hoping to use those people's spiritual power to nourish the Demon Stone.

Mo Xiao alone was worth more than all of them. Chong Guang agreed to first send the antidote to Shushan’s disciples and urged Mo Xiao to drink the wine before him. Just as Mo Xiao was about to drink, Feng Lixue knocked the cup from his hand. Seeing her arrive made Mo Xiao very happy—they could finally be together.

Seeing the expression on Mo Xiao’s face pleased Chong Guang as well, because there was no poison in the wine itself, but the fragrance was already laced with venom. Once the love poison entered the heart, it would override all moral boundaries and compel one to follow their true desires. Though Mo Xiao’s cultivation was strong, even Chong Guang was unsure how many days it would take for him to succumb.

Precisely because Mo Xiao was Feng Yue’s disciple and a rare talent, Chong Guang was willing to wait. After learning from Chong Guang that Mo Xiao had already been poisoned, Feng Lixue went to see Mo Xiao specifically. She had imagined countless ways to take revenge, but never this one. Seeing the deep affection in Mo Xiao’s eyes made her feel terribly sad. Xie Lingyun and Murong Ce had already guessed that Mo Xiao would offer himself in exchange for everyone.

Seeing that he hadn’t returned for a long time, the two donned dark clothing to go find him. Chang Ming, following orders, entered the prison to retrieve the three from Shushan and gave them the antidote. Lu Jianchuan and the others quickly returned to normal. They were shocked to find themselves in the dungeon of Ai Yu Valley.

Chang Ming warned Lu Jianchuan that if they didn’t want to die, they had better take their brothers and leave immediately; if they stayed, they would become spiritual offerings for the Demon Stone. After handing the three over to Xie Lingyun and Murong Ce, Chang Ming quietly left. Xie Lingyun suspected that Lu Jianchuan had secretly hidden the antidote. Lu Jianchuan explained that he woke up after being force-fed the medicine.

Xie Lingyun didn’t press further and urged the three to quickly rejoin their sect leader. Meanwhile, Chang Ming secretly observed everything and later reported to Chong Guang. Upon learning that Shushan’s sect leader had arrived, Chong Guang began preparing for a “proper reception. ”Mo Xiao spent every day alone with Feng Lixue, telling her stories of his travels, hoping to never be separated from her. Feng Lixue was happy but couldn’t understand why she so easily believed Mo Xiao’s promises.

Just then, Chang Ming arrived to inform Feng Lixue that the people of Shushan had reached the outskirts of the city. Chong Guang wanted her to hasten the activation of the poison in Mo Xiao’s body. Once Mo Xiao fell into darkness, Shushan’s forces would fall into disarray. Feng Lixue warned Chang Ming not to meddle, saying she had her own plan. When he tried to say more, Mo Xiao grabbed him by the throat.

Feng Lixue once again ordered him to leave. Knowing he couldn’t defeat Mo Xiao, Chang Ming left. Mo Xiao declared with deep emotion that he would never let anyone hurt her, and Feng Lixue promised that as long as she was there, nothing would happen to Mo Xiao. Feng Lixue and Mo Xiao wandered through Ai Yu Valley together. Mo Xiao bought glutinous rice dumplings for her and carried her in his arms.

Murong Ce saw this scene and hurried back to fetch Xie Lingyun. Mo Xiao then flew with Feng Lixue up beside the high-altitude Demon Stone. The two looked deeply into each other's eyes and drank wine together in front of everyone. Murong Ce suspected Mo Xiao had been poisoned. Just as everyone was offering their blessings, Yu Yao suddenly attempted to assassinate Mo Xiao.

Feng Lixue stopped her and warned her that Mo Xiao’s life belonged to her, and no one else could touch him. Mo Xiao held Feng Lixue close, telling her that her eyes should see only him. The two shared a smile and walked away as if no one else existed. Chong Guang sat alone in a chair, but another version of him appeared in the mirror, warning that he had developed feelings for Feng Lixue.

If the lord of Ai Yu City fell in love, he would inevitably suffer a magical backlash. Chong Guang, however, refused to admit it, claiming instead that he was an immortal fallen god. Ji Xingluo went to find Wushuang and told her that Shushan was planning to act against Chong Guang. Wushuang believed that since even Mo Xiao had been poisoned, the other disciples were even less of a threat.

There was no need to rush to watch the chaos unfold. Ji Xingluo had waited for decades for this day, to see how Yuan Beichen would fall into the demon lord’s hands. Over twenty years ago, Yuan Beichen had humiliated and abandoned her. That hatred had never faded. But Wushuang didn’t seem interested in going. She remained in her palace, claiming she no longer felt love or sorrow.

Feng Lixue deliberately approached Mo Xiao and exposed his act of pretending to be poisoned. His true goal was just to get the antidote. Mo Xiao told Feng Lixue that everything she saw was real—though the poisoning was fake, his desire to be with her was genuine. Feng Lixue shed tears, unable to understand why Mo Xiao would do this, when she had once wanted to kill him.

Mo Xiao was helpless; he didn’t want to become enemies with Feng Lixue either, but they stood on opposite sides. He wanted to save those people, and Feng Lixue was among them—even if it meant dying, he would still do it. Feng Lixue reminded Mo Xiao that the place where the antidote was kept was extremely dangerous, but Mo Xiao insisted on going, even if it cost him his life. Feng Lixue’s tears fell—she had never seen someone so foolish.

Mo Xiao arrived at the place where the antidote was kept. There was a barrier called the Sea of Ten Thousand Red Dusts, and to see the woman on the other side, one had to cross it. If there was love in one’s heart, it would bring soul-piercing pain. Yet Mo Xiao stepped in without hesitation. Floating on the lake’s surface were all his past memories with Wu Chen.

The pain intensified with every feeling of love, making it almost impossible for Mo Xiao to move. Tears welled up in his eyes as Feng Lixue stood behind him, witnessing everything. The woman in red warned again that if love lingered in his heart, he would be dragged into the sea of red dust. Mo Xiao could no longer walk and had to crawl forward on his hands.

Visions of Wu Chen pleading with him to take her away appeared before him. Mo Xiao forced himself to stand, still enduring excruciating pain underfoot, but used his willpower to abandon all emotions and desires. Moved by this, the woman in red agreed to give him what he wanted. Mo Xiao requested the antidote to the Love and Desire poison, and the woman handed it to him with a wave of her hand. Feng Lixue silently turned and walked away.

Murong Changfeng arranged for some people to be escorted out first while he took others to confront the demon lord for the antidote. Meanwhile, Mo Xiao placed the antidote on the Stone of Desire, instantly curing everyone in the Valley of Love and Desire. When Murong Jing woke up, she blushed at the memory of her earlier behavior toward Xie Lingyun.

Murong Changfeng led Xie Lingyun and Murong Ce to confront Chong Guang, warning that if he didn’t abandon his ambitions, they would eliminate him. He demanded that Chong Guang hand over the antidote. Chong Guang was unfazed by the threat and reminded Murong Changfeng that Mo Xiao was still in his hands. But just then, Changming arrived to report that Mo Xiao had already obtained the antidote.

As he finished speaking, Mo Xiao appeared behind everyone, making Chong Guang realize that Feng Lixue had kept the truth from him and had helped Mo Xiao succeed. Mo Xiao instructed Murong Changfeng to lead everyone away while he faced Chong Guang alone. Chong Guang tried to win Mo Xiao over, suggesting they join forces to dominate the three realms, and noted that everyone had willingly served him—including Feng Lixue, and potentially the future Mo Xiao as well.

Mo Xiao flew into a rage upon hearing this and attacked Chong Guang with his sword. Murong Changfeng told Xie Lingyun to send news of the situation back to Kunlun Ruins. When Zi Su woke up, she was so embarrassed by her earlier actions that she wished she could disappear. Just as Mo Xiao and Chong Guang were engaged in battle, Feng Lixue suddenly arrived. Mo Xiao was briefly distracted upon seeing her and coughed up blood.

Feng Lixue pulled him down with her Phoenix Feather Chain, reminding him that since he had already rescued the people of Kunlun Ruins, he should leave quickly. But Mo Xiao insisted she leave with him. He believed that the events of the past had other causes. Feng Lixue said she would investigate, but it had nothing to do with Mo Xiao. She had begun to believe him, but then realized he had deceived her again.

Mo Xiao cried, saying that the greater cause left him no choice. Without the pretense of the poison, he wouldn’t have been able to say those words—but everything he said was from his heart. Feng Lixue didn’t want to listen any further and flew away. Some imprisoned people from Kunlun Ruins began to transform into demons because the antidote hadn’t taken effect. When Senior Brother Lu led a group to rescue them, he was terrified and dared not move forward.

Zi Su worried that her grave mistake would cause Mo Xiao to drive her away. Zi Mu told her that there was nothing wrong with liking Mo Xiao—she herself also liked him, though it was beyond romantic affection. She simply wanted to support him in becoming the leader of the Immortal Sect. She understood everything clearly and believed Mo Xiao would not blame Zi Su for this. What Zi Su needed to overcome was her own mental hurdle.

Just then, Zi Feng came to tell them that Mo Xiao had returned injured. While Zi Su was checking Mo Xiao’s pulse, Murong Changfeng rushed in, blaming Mo Xiao for not killing Feng Lixue. Mo Xiao argued that Feng Lixue was not a member of the demon cult—she was only holding on to resentment over her father’s death. As long as the truth could be uncovered, their conflict wouldn’t have to escalate.

Murong Changfeng had no choice but to let Mo Xiao explain it himself to Yuan Beichen. Mo Xiao actually felt like he was Feng Lixue’s fated disaster—every time they met, he brought her calamity. This time too, it was thanks to Feng Lixue that he managed to get the antidote. Zi Ying saw Chong Guang healing himself and came to report that Feng Lixue wanted to see him.

Chong Guang threw her out and ordered that no one be allowed in without his permission. Then, Chong Guang personally went to find Feng Lixue. Feng Lixue explained that she hadn’t realized Mo Xiao’s poisoning was fake, but Chong Guang said he had seen hatred in her eyes ten years ago, which was why she was worthy to be his only disciple. Feng Lixue suddenly asked why he had saved her back then—was he also on the mountaintop?

Chong Guang gripped her shoulders hard, causing her great pain, and she expressed her loyalty to him—her life belonged to Chong Guang. Chong Guang then asked, “What about your heart? ”Just then, another Chong Guang appeared in the mirror and beckoned to Feng Lixue. She stepped inside, finding herself surrounded by water. Chong Guang, hidden in the darkness, told her to look at who she truly longed for. Suddenly, Mo Xiao’s face appeared. He smiled and walked toward Feng Lixue, who was horrified and shouted at him to leave quickly.

Feng Lixue shouted at Mo Xiao to leave quickly, but upon closer look, she realized it was actually an illusion of Chong Guang. Chong Guang told Feng Lixue that her heart had already wavered. When Feng Lixue came back to her senses, Chong Guang was standing before her, coughing up blood, unable to accept that she had feelings for anyone else. Suddenly, Feng Lixue sensed demonic energy from Chong Guang and pushed him away.

Just then, Chang Ming burst in, discovering Feng Lixue was frightened, and Chong Guang had also been injured by backlash. In private, Chang Ming asked Chong Guang if he had fallen for Feng Lixue, which was why he had suffered backlash. But Chong Guang denied ever having feelings for a pawn. Chang Ming, however, reminded him that ten years ago, Feng Xingtian gave the Ice Qing Parasite to Chong Guang, but had secretly tampered with it.

The Ice Qing Parasite came in pairs—mother and child. One was given to Chong Guang, the other to Feng Lixue, to guard against Chong Guang refusing to save her. The Ice Qing Parasites share life and death, and their fates are intertwined. Now that ten years had passed and the child parasite had matured, they could be reunited to increase Chong Guang’s power.

Yet, Chong Guang refused and instead ordered Chang Ming to look for the third spirit stone and forbade anyone from harming Feng Lixue. Chong Guang recalled that when Feng Xingtian gave him the Ice Qing Parasite, he claimed it could suppress the demonic energy in his body. Still uncertain if it was true, Chong Guang asked Chang Ming. Chang Ming, who understood this well, knew Feng Xingtian did it all for Feng Lixue.

But he didn’t think it was a bad thing. He said Feng Lixue was merely the host of the Ice Qing Parasite, and when the time came, it could be retrieved. Back then, Feng Xingtian was dueling with the Sword Immortal Feng Yue and fell off a cliff surrounded by demonic energy. Feng Lixue jumped after him. Chong Guang happened to be nearby, and just before his death, Feng Xingtian pleaded with him to save Feng Lixue.

Because of this, she survived. Feng Lixue sat alone on a rock, repeatedly recalling what Mo Xiao had said. He, too, had been injured by demonic energy, and his master sacrificed all his cultivation to save him. She wondered how she herself had survived and began to suspect there was a hidden truth behind her father’s death. She resolved to investigate everything thoroughly before deciding whether to believe Mo Xiao. Mo Xiao remained unconscious from poisoning.

Feng Lixue went to seek the antidote. The woman in red told her that unlike Mo Xiao, who sought it out of righteousness, she sought it out of love, and would therefore suffer pain a hundredfold worse. Yet Feng Lixue still resolutely stepped into the Red Dust Waters. Her mind was full of memories of Mo Xiao, but she kept moving forward and finally obtained the antidote.

That night, while no one was around, she administered the antidote to Mo Xiao. In his dazed state, he kept calling her name, bringing tears to Feng Lixue’s eyes. The next day, when Zi Su came to deliver something to Mo Xiao, she found him already recovered. Mo Xiao then realized what happened was not a dream. Yuan Beichen also arrived, having rushed there due to Mo Xiao’s poisoning.

Seeing him healed, he was delighted and planned to return to Shushan. Chong Guang still proudly believed that his plans had never changed, but the Chong Guang in the mirror reminded him that his plan had indeed changed. According to the plan from ten years ago, he should have already killed Feng Lixue.

But Chong Guang explained that he believed Feng Lixue’s poison now had even greater use for him, and that if he needed her, she would be at his disposal anytime. Yuan Beichen praised Mo Xiao greatly and declared that having such a young sect leader was Shushan’s blessing. He then announced that everyone had recovered and they could seize the opportunity to return to Shushan.

However, unbeknownst to them, Chang Ming, following Chong Guang’s orders, had already released the Bone-Melting Poison Barrier in the Valley of Desire. Seeing Mo Xiao in low spirits, Xie Lingyun came to comfort him, urging him to let go of some things. Immortals and demons could not coexist. But when Xie Lingyun returned, he discovered that countless Bone-Melting Poison Barriers had invaded the Valley of Desire.

He and Murong Ce led everyone to the higher level of the second floor and quickly informed Mo Xiao. When Yuan Beichen heard the news, he decided to go verify it himself and instructed that no sects were to retrieve their disciples for now. Ji Xingluo had been waiting in the Valley of Desire all along. Yuan Beichen mistakenly thought she was behind it.

Ji Xingluo denied it but said the reason she was there was to witness Yuan Beichen’s death. Yuan Beichen swore he would not allow anyone to destroy the world. Ji Xingluo cried and mocked him, saying that he couldn’t even protect his beloved and still thought he could protect the world—that was the real joke. Yuan Beichen went to Murong Jing and the others to inform them about the poisonous gas and explain how to dispel the Poison Barrier.

Everyone was shocked when they heard that the way to break the curse was the Su Yu Cauldron. It was as if no solution had been offered at all. The Su Yu Cauldron was hidden in its lair on Su Yu Mountain, and to destroy it would mean attacking its stronghold—an almost impossible feat. Yet it was the only method. Everyone wanted to go, but Yuan Beichen forbade them, deciding to go to Su Yu Mountain himself.

Mo Xiao also learned of the situation and wrote a letter to Murong Changfeng, informing him of his journey to Su Yu Mountain, which made everyone anxious for his safety. Feng Lixue came to deliver something to Chong Guang. Seeing him asleep, she tried to investigate the matter of demonic energy. But just then, Changming arrived to inform Chong Guang that Mo Xiao had attacked Su Yu Mountain. Chong Guang dispatched Feng Lixue to go confront him.

At the same time, Xuyuan Wushuang also received the news and immediately rushed over to avenge her husband. When Feng Lixue saw Mo Xiao, she scolded him for coming. But suddenly, Wushuang attacked and took Mo Xiao away. When Chong Guang heard the news, he didn’t stop her. Instead, he knew Wushuang was seeking revenge for Ye Yuan.

He also knew Wushuang wasn’t strong enough to kill Mo Xiao and that Feng Lixue was one of his people, so Wushuang wouldn't harm her either. Thus, Chong Guang remained unmoved. Wushuang bound Mo Xiao, intending to kill him to avenge her husband. Feng Lixue rushed to stop her, and the two fought. Meanwhile, Chong Guang observed coldly. Suddenly feeling a sharp pain in his chest, he realized something had happened to Feng Lixue.

Xuyuan Yunchao arrived, kneeling and begging his mother to release Feng Lixue. Ming Huang also arrived to persuade her not to provoke Chong Guang, reminding Wushuang of the years she had endured under Chong Guang’s rule and for what purpose. Wushuang wept bitterly. Her own child was still missing, and her husband had been killed. She no longer knew why she should continue to endure.

After saying this, she tried to summon the Black Dragon to kill Feng Lixue and Mo Xiao. But Feng Lixue froze the lake and the Black Dragon, then fainted. In a panic, Mo Xiao broke free from his bindings and took Feng Lixue away. Xie Lingyun pretended to go relieve himself, but in fact, he planned to break through to Su Yu Mountain. Murong Jing saw through him and brought out the Jade Osmanthus Scarf from Murong Ce.

The scarf could protect against all poisons. The two of them used it to force their way through the poisonous barrier toward Su Yu Mountain. Mo Xiao had planned to take Feng Lixue away but was blocked by Wushuang. Just then, Chong Guang arrived and took Feng Lixue away. During the fight, Wushuang nearly fell but was saved by Mo Xiao. Not wanting to keep fighting her, he left first.

At the foot of Su Yu Mountain, Xie Lingyun didn’t want Murong Jing to follow him into danger and told her to wait below. But Murong Jing insisted on coming, and Xie Lingyun had no choice but to let her. However, just as the two climbed up, they were captured by Changming’s men. Changming sent his subordinates away and led Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing to a bamboo house in a bamboo forest. The house was actually a formation.

Changming untied Murong Jing and told them to stay there. Their meals would be delivered three times a day, and even if they wanted to leave, they couldn’t—there were illusions everywhere. Xie Lingyun was puzzled why Changming didn’t kill them but instead imprisoned them here. Inside Su Yu Mountain, immortals’ magic was restricted. Yuan Beichen was no match for Chong Guang, yet he still made it here.

Ji Xingluo came to stop him out of hatred, feeling abandoned by Yuan Beichen in the past. But Yuan Beichen shattered her whip. All these years, Ji Xingluo had hoped Yuan Beichen would feel some guilt, but he felt none and believed he had done no wrong. Yuan Beichen continued forward and heard drums coming from Su Yu Mountain. Just as he was puzzled, Ji Xingluo stabbed him from behind, hitting a vital point and knocking him unconscious.

Meanwhile, Mo Xiao pushed down the Su Yu Cauldron, but Chong Guang did not appear, as if nothing had happened today. Yet he believed Mo Xiao could not escape Su Yu Mountain. Just then, Feng Lixue woke up and, ignoring Chong Guang’s obstruction, charged ahead to rescue Mo Xiao. Wushuang still hadn't given up her desire to avenge Ye Yuan. Under Ji Xingluo’s instigation, she planned to go see how Mo Xiao would meet his end.

Feng Lixue kept Mo Xiao protected behind her, skillfully maneuvering and wielding the Phoenix Feather Chain to fight off the soldiers of the demon clan. Mo Xiao tried to forcefully activate his inner energy to protect Feng Lixue, but he coughed up blood and couldn’t catch his breath. Feng Lixue defeated all the enemies and was about to leave with Mo Xiao, but they were blocked by Ming Huang and Xuyuan Wushuang. A fierce battle broke out once again.

Mo Xiao was struck and fell to the ground, vomiting blood. Feng Lixue was also critically injured while protecting Mo Xiao. She tried to summon snow and ice, but Ming Huang saw through it and struck her again. Feng Lixue collapsed, and Mo Xiao, determined to protect her, set up a barrier to keep Wushuang and the others out. Seeing Feng Lixue unconscious, Mo Xiao remembered Shi Bujiu’s advice and attempted to transfer blood to her.

At that moment, Chong Guang arrived nearby. Seeing the scene, he suddenly vomited blood, and Chang Ming quickly helped him away. When Feng Lixue regained consciousness, she insisted that no one but her could kill Mo Xiao. Ji Xingluo tried to forcibly enter the barrier but was stopped by Wushuang. Wushuang thought the situation was fine—no one could enter, and those inside couldn’t escape.

Ming Huang activated a mechanism, creating a crack beneath Feng Lixue and Mo Xiao, causing the two of them to fall instantly. Murong Jing and Xie Lingyun were trying to figure out how to escape. Xie Lingyun crafted a bamboo dragonfly to scout the way. Only then did Murong Jing realize that the person she had liked all along was actually the one who made the bamboo dragonfly.

She had mistakenly thought that the boy who saved her as a child was Mo Xiao. After being bitten by a snake, a boy had given her a bamboo dragonfly and guided her down the mountain. For ten years, she believed that boy was Mo Xiao, but now she learned that Mo Xiao didn’t even know how to make one—it had been Xie Lingyun all along. Overwhelmed, Murong Jing began to cry.

Xie Lingyun assumed she was crying out of fear that they couldn’t escape and quickly comforted her, assuring her he’d get them out. He even teased that if they couldn’t escape, maybe they’d just live there and have a few children, which made Murong Jing chase him around in anger. Suddenly, Chang Ming appeared and knocked Xie Lingyun unconscious, warning Murong Jing to keep him in check. Murong Jing gently cared for the unconscious Xie Lingyun.

When he woke up, he noticed traces of tears on her face and couldn’t help but tease her again. Murong Jing worried they might starve to death in there. At that moment, two people brought food, but no matter how much Xie Lingyun asked, they said nothing. Left with no choice, he started eating. As Mo Xiao still hadn’t returned, Zi Su proposed going to check out Shuyu Mountain. At that moment, Yuan Beichen returned, severely injured.

Everyone rushed out to meet him. Feng Lixue and Mo Xiao had fallen into a deep abyss known as the Abyss of the Demon Clan. Feng Lixue came to believe there was more to her father’s death than she had thought and expressed trust in Mo Xiao—but also warned that if he ever betrayed her, she would still kill him. Mo Xiao laughed happily at that.

When Chong Guang heard that Feng Lixue and Mo Xiao had fallen into the Abyss of the Demon Clan, he was overwhelmed with pain. Chang Ming thought Chong Guang should not get involved anymore, or else their plan would be exposed. But Chong Guang couldn’t leave Feng Lixue in the abyss and ignored Chang Ming’s warning, flying off to find her. Inside the abyss, glowing insects filled the air and illuminated the stone walls.

Suddenly, the two saw a figure in the darkness. Upon hearing that Mo Xiao was a disciple of Shushan, a powerful force pulled him toward it. At the same time, Chong Guang arrived and took Feng Lixue away. The black-robed figure concluded that Mo Xiao was not truly of Shushan, as nothing here could harm him. It must be the call of the Demon Spirit.

The figure told Mo Xiao to leave and said he believed Mo Xiao would return someday—and that he would be waiting right there. Seeing that the figure refused to follow him, Mo Xiao had no choice but to leave. The two people who brought food had stayed nearby and only left after Murong Jing and Xie Lingyun finished eating. Murong Jing had tampered with a bowl of soup, piercing the bottom to let the liquid leak out.

By following the trail, they finally found a way out of the courtyard. Xie Lingyun praised Murong Jing’s cleverness. Just as they escaped, they overheard two guards talking and learned that Mo Xiao was trapped in the Abyss of the Demon Clan. Chong Guang brought a bowl of medicinal wine for Feng Lixue, but she refused to drink it. Chong Guang blamed her for using the Ice Silkworm Technique, which had damaged her body.

The medicinal wine was the key to her recovery, but Feng Lixue said she was almost fully recovered and didn’t need it. She insisted on getting Mo Xiao out—no one was allowed to kill him before she got her revenge. Chong Guang asked what if it were him who wanted to kill Mo Xiao. Feng Lixue read the meaning in her master’s eyes and silently accepted the bowl and drank it. Xuyuan Yunchao was constantly worried about Feng Lixue.

When Wushuang returned, he immediately asked about her. Wushuang was unhappy with Yunchao’s concern for Feng Lixue and reminded him not to forget her kindness and their plan. Eighteen years ago, Wushuang lost her husband and child and nearly died. When she returned, she found Yunchao by the river and adopted him as her foster son, raising him to become the youngest Star Lord, all for the purpose of someday finding her son.

Zi Ying saw Feng Lixue combing Chong Guang’s hair and left angrily. Chong Guang, however, greatly enjoyed the moment, recalling the first time he met Feng Lixue ten years ago. He said he planned to enter closed-door cultivation that night and wanted Feng Lixue to protect him. But she asked to have Chang Ming do it instead, claiming she didn’t feel well.

Chong Guang sensed that Feng Lixue was no longer the same as before and asked whether she was still his. Feng Lixue replied that she would always be his disciple. Unsatisfied with that answer, Chong Guang reminded her they were more than just master and disciple—that they were one. Then, with a wave of his hand, he knocked her unconscious.

Murong Jing covered for Xie Lingyun as he descended into the Abyss of the Demon Clan, but Ming Huang discovered her and used a lotus spike to wound her, ordering everyone to guard the entrance. Just then, Mo Xiao arrived. He and Xie Lingyun told Murong Jing to wait at the entrance while they searched for another exit. After finding the exit, Mo Xiao insisted on rescuing Feng Lixue.

Xie Lingyun reminded him that she was Chong Guang’s disciple and would be fine. No one really cared about Mo Xiao’s promise. But Mo Xiao cared deeply about the promise he made to Feng Lixue. Left with no choice, Xie Lingyun took Murong Jing to leave first and find a cure for her poisoning.

Chong Guang needed to retreat to the secret chamber to recover and ordered Zi Ying to inform Chang Ming to guard him. He also told Zi Ying to take care of Feng Lixue. Although Zi Ying was unwilling, she had no choice but to follow orders. Chong Guang suffered severe injuries while purging the impurities in Feng Lixue’s body. As a result, Chang Ming advised him to remove the Bingqing Fu.

However, Chong Guang only wanted Feng Lixue to stay with him for a long time, believing that one day she would understand his painstaking efforts. Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing escaped from the Abyss of the Demon through underwater swimming. As soon as they surfaced, they were found and rescued by Murong Ce, who had come looking for them.

Zi Ying, jealous of the fact that Feng Lixue always occupied Chong Guang’s heart, became furious and tried to kill the unconscious Feng Lixue. But she was stopped by Mo Xiao, who rescued Feng Lixue and fled, only to be pursued by the demon lord's forces. Fortunately, Xuyuan Yunchao appeared to guide and escort them to safety. After returning, Murong Jing was treated and learned that Yuan Beichen had been poisoned. Murong Changfeng had already escorted him back to Shushan.

Since Mo Xiao had not returned, Xie Lingyun didn’t tell the truth and lied that Mo Xiao had only gone to scout the terrain of Mount Suyu. Murong Ce didn’t believe him but chose not to expose the lie. When Chong Guang came out and found Feng Lixue missing, he flew into a rage. No one was allowed to take her from him, not even someone of great use to him.

Alone, he intercepted Mo Xiao and Xuyuan Yunchao’s carriage, knocked Xuyuan Yunchao unconscious, and fought fiercely with Mo Xiao. Both men gave it their all for Feng Lixue. Eventually, due to his physical condition, Mo Xiao was overpowered. Feng Lixue was struck by Chong Guang and fell unconscious while trying to protect Mo Xiao. Chong Guang felt a sharp pain in his chest as the backlash of his magic worsened, but he still took Feng Lixue back with him.

Chang Ming once again advised him to remove the Bingqing Fu, stating that it must not delay their great cause. However, Chong Guang scolded him, declaring that Feng Lixue was his chess piece and not Chang Ming's concern. Chong Guang again ordered Chang Ming to deliver medicinal wine to Feng Lixue and warned him not to let her leave even half a step. Chang Ming handed the medicine to Zi Ying, who was waiting outside.

When Zi Ying brought the medicine, she rudely warned Feng Lixue again. Po Yun, displeased with her attitude, pressed a dagger to her neck and warned that without Feng Lixue’s orders, she was never to set foot in Shaohao Palace again. Xuyuan Yunchao woke up first, saw the unconscious Mo Xiao, and placed him in the carriage to be taken back. He returned alone to accept his punishment.

Zimu, Hezi Feng, and Xie Lingyun had been waiting at the intersection for Mo Xiao, growing increasingly worried when he didn’t return. As Zimu was blaming Xie Lingyun for not watching Mo Xiao properly, the carriage finally returned with Mo Xiao inside. Seeing Mo Xiao injured, Murong Ce blamed Xie Lingyun for covering for him. But Xie Lingyun believed Mo Xiao did nothing wrong.

Though he was the young sect master, he shouldn’t be expected to cut off all human emotions and desires. He even mocked Murong Ce, saying he had never experienced love and therefore wouldn’t understand. He only reminded him not to report every piece of information back to Shushan.

Senior Brother Lu was picking herbs for Yuan Beichen when he overheard some female disciples of Shushan praising Mo Xiao, saying he was the true hero this time, defeating Mount Suyu and saving everyone. Displeased, Lu suddenly noticed his fingernails turning black. He quickly sent away his two junior disciples and endured the pain of being invaded by demonic energy alone. Because Xuyuan Yunchao helped Feng Lixue escape without permission, he was scolded by Wushuang upon his return.

Since Yao Ling Palace could not act without Chong Guang’s order, Xuyuan Yunchao was not punished by Chong Guang, but Wushuang would not forgive him. However, Xuyuan Yunchao willingly accepted the punishment, which seemed to ease Wushuang’s anger somewhat. Xuan Zhen personally treated Yuan Beichen. Although there were no major issues at first, Yuan Beichen suddenly showed symptoms of poisoning. Xuan Zhen identified it as Wugenhua poison.

Murong Changfeng and Xie Tianjun speculated that someone from the demonic sect might be hiding on the mountain. Mo Xiao remained unconscious, worrying Zi Su and the others, who visited every day to care for him. One day, Mo Xiao suddenly emitted a glowing aura. It was demonic energy, which made Zi Su uneasy. In his dream, Mo Xiao saw Feng Lixue saving him and was suddenly jolted awake.

Just then, Hualang came with news that Yuan Beichen was unconscious due to Wugenhua poison. A message also came from Fengyu Sect to Murong Ce, informing him of Yuan Beichen’s condition. Murong Ce took some people back first, while Murong Jing, Zi Su, and others stayed behind to wait for Mo Xiao. Xie Lingyun, however, already knew that Mo Xiao had left to search for the antidote.

Wushuang, Ming Huang, and Ji Xingluo tricked Feng Lixue into coming out, intending to kill her and throw her into the Abyss of the Demon to be devoured. During the fight, a figure in a black cloak appeared and took Feng Lixue away. Wushuang did not pursue them, guessing it was one of Chong Guang’s subordinates and decided to settle the score with Chong Guang together. When Feng Lixue woke up, Po Yun was guarding her.

He had returned to find her lying on a chair and didn’t know what had happened. Feng Lixue asked Po Yun if he had ever heard of an old demon servant at Mount Suyu, but Po Yun had no knowledge of it. After Po Yun went out, Feng Lixue saw Mo Xiao disguised as one of the demon lord’s subordinates.

Mo Xiao begged Feng Lixue to leave with him, but she insisted on staying to investigate the truth behind her father's death. She did not want to leave with him. Mo Xiao then revealed that another reason he came was to find the antidote to Wugenhua. Just then, Tianxin, a maidservant of Xuyuan Yunchao, came to find Feng Lixue.

She had to hide Mo Xiao and went to see Tianxin, who begged Feng Lixue to save Xuyuan Yunchao, fearing he couldn’t survive the bitter cold punishment. She gave Feng Lixue a Cold Resistance Gold, hoping she could brave the cold and deliver it to him. Feng Lixue immediately agreed. Po Yun advised Feng Lixue to avoid getting involved, but she insisted on helping Xuyuan Yunchao out of gratitude and asked Po Yun to check on Mo Xiao.

Feng Lixue quietly came to deliver something to Xuyuan Yunchao. As soon as she entered, she saw Xuyuan Yunchao frozen unconscious. Feng Lixue gave him the Cold-Repelling Gold and planned to rescue him, but Xuyuan Yunchao, afraid that Wushuang was still angry, refused to leave. He only told Feng Lixue that there was an echo here. Feng Lixue found it strange, as normally ice walls don't echo.

She looked around and discovered that one area was actually left behind by her father. Feng Lixue recalled that in her childhood, she was quite lonely, always without friends or playmates. So she often clung to Feng Xingtian, not letting him practice martial arts. Feng Xingtian then taught her a technique that could preserve the words she spoke, so he could hear them later. It became an important tool for communication between father and daughter.

Following her father's method, Feng Lixue saw a voice message left by him before his death. At that time, her father wanted to cultivate a technique in this extremely cold place that could cure the strange cold illness in her body. But in the end, Feng Lixue heard Chong Guang’s voice instead. Chong Guang felt a sharp pain in his chest and then arrived at the place where Xuyuan Yunchao was being held.

On the surface, he thanked Xuyuan Yunchao for saving Feng Lixue, but in reality, he was asking how to merge with the Ice-Soul Butterfly, as Xuyuan Yunchao, being the custodian of ancient texts, was naturally knowledgeable. Chong Guang specifically came to see Feng Lixue and informed her that something important would be announced the next day, requesting her to attend in full ceremonial dress.

As Feng Lixue watched Chong Guang's departing figure, she began to suspect that her father's death might be related to him. Xuan Zhen discovered that some new ingredients had been added to Yuan Beichen's medication, which triggered her to question Lu Jianchuan. However, Lu Jianchuan denied any involvement. Just then, Murong Ce returned, and Murong Changfeng didn’t say much more—rescuing Yuan Beichen was now the priority.

Zi Ying, under orders, specially brought a luxurious outfit for Feng Lixue but refused to explain its purpose. Mo Xiao, meanwhile, was blending in with the crowd, secretly watching everything. Chong Guang waited until Feng Lixue arrived. Wushuang demanded punishment for Feng Lixue and urged Chong Guang not to show favoritism, insisting that she be thrown into the Demon Abyss as a spirit sacrifice.

But Chong Guang ignored Wushuang's words and instead publicly declared that from that day forward, Feng Lixue would be the Imperial Consort. Everyone was shocked, but they raised their cups to congratulate them. Feng Lixue spotted Mo Xiao among the crowd, and as he turned to leave, it felt like he was taking her heart with him. Chong Guang then asked Wushuang if she also wanted to send the Imperial Consort into the Demon Abyss, leaving Wushuang speechless.

Feng Lixue hurriedly chased after Mo Xiao. Mo Xiao asked if she refused to leave with him because she wanted to become the Imperial Consort. Feng Lixue didn’t explain, only saying that becoming the Imperial Consort was the only way to uncover the truth behind her father’s murder. She also reminded Mo Xiao that he was the young master of Shushan and bore the responsibility of protecting the world.

The two of them ultimately had different paths, and Mo Xiao had his own mission to fulfill. Ji Xingluo caught up with Feng Lixue and discussed why Chong Guang insisted on marrying her. As the master of the Desire Demon Stone, Chong Guang could not harbor love or desire, or he would suffer magical backlash. But Feng Lixue was the only one in the world who could help him find the third Sacred Stone.

Wushuang believed that Chong Guang's motive was to keep Feng Lixue by his side—but he couldn’t truly fall in love with her. Nevertheless, Wushuang had already decided that whether or not Chong Guang truly had feelings, she would make sure he “fulfilled his desire. ”Chang Ming, under Feng Lixue’s orders, went to find Mo Xiao and informed him that the Rootless Flower was in his small bamboo courtyard.

Mo Xiao arrived, noticed that the place was protected by formations, and after breaking through them, quickly retrieved the Rootless Flower. However, he soon felt dizzy and collapsed just as he left. Po Yun had no choice but to carry him back. Feng Lixue learned that Mo Xiao's condition had worsened. Po Yun suggested healing at the Longqiu Spring, which might be more effective—but it was Wushuang’s territory, and Feng Lixue feared she wouldn't allow it.

Po Yun advised her to seek Tianxin’s help. With Tianxin’s assistance, Feng Lixue obtained a token and brought Mo Xiao to Longqiu Spring. Upon hearing that Chong Guang had gone to the Shaohao Palace, she rushed back. Chong Guang brought rare items for her, hoping she would like them, and even offered to tailor clothes for her. Feng Lixue quickly knelt down, begging Chong Guang to revoke the marriage order, believing it was only issued to protect her.

At that moment, Wushuang delivered the White Phoenix Brocade, a wedding gift specially sent from Night Abyss to Wushuang. Chong Guang accepted the robe and again pointed out that he knew Feng Lixue rejected him because of Mo Xiao. But he also reminded her that the people’s expectations could not be disappointed. Feng Lixue realized that if she didn’t marry Chong Guang, he would definitely not let Mo Xiao go.

The reason Wushuang sent the White Phoenix Brocade was because she had tampered with it. On the wedding day, regardless of whether Chong Guang had feelings for Feng Lixue, the robe would ultimately cause magical backlash. Wushuang ordered Tianxin to bring Xuyuan Yunchao out to help prepare for the wedding. Xuyuan Yunchao felt uneasy upon learning that Feng Lixue had agreed to become the Imperial Consort.

He went to question her, asking why she would marry someone she didn’t love and urging her not to go through with it. He promised he would find a way to convince Chong Guang to cancel the wedding. After Po Yun left, he too expressed his feelings and didn't want Feng Lixue to sacrifice herself, no matter the reason. But Feng Lixue only asked him to take care of Mo Xiao and ensure he left the place safely.

Po Yun went to find Mo Xiao and pleaded with him to take Feng Lixue away. He didn’t want her to do something that made her unhappy but also feared she would become the subject of public scorn. Mo Xiao promised that he would take Feng Lixue away and protect her from harm. Po Yun was grateful and agreed to help Mo Xiao relay a message to Xie Lingyun.

Xie Lingyun was also worried about Mo Xiao but had no solution, so he decided to investigate himself. Just then, Hualang appeared and guided him to meet Po Yun. Po Yun handed over the antidote made from the Rootless Flower, asking him to bring it back. Xie Lingyun arranged for Zimu to deliver the antidote, while he and the others waited at the foot of Mount Suyu to receive Mo Xiao.

The Minghuang Sect sent over a set of ceremonial attire for the future Empress. Chong Guang was quite satisfied with it. When he saw Feng Lixue approaching, he insisted that she try on the Hundred Phoenix Brocade. Noticing her reluctance, Chong Guang deliberately took Feng Lixue’s hand and reminded her that starting tomorrow, she would be the Empress. He then brought out the Demon Mirror, intending to conduct another heart-probing ritual.

Feng Lixue spotted Mo Xiao, disguised as a guard from the Demon City, not far away. She objected to the ritual and questioned whether Chong Guang himself could truly control his heart. Chong Guang’s expression changed noticeably but he quickly composed himself and ordered for Feng Lixue to be dressed in the ceremonial attire. Feng Lixue took Mo Xiao, who was carrying the Hundred Phoenix Brocade, to the back to change.

Mo Xiao pressed Feng Lixue about whether the figure she saw during the last Demon Mirror ritual was him. Feng Lixue admitted it was. When he asked why she wouldn’t leave with him, Feng Lixue replied that not everyone follows their heart. Many have responsibilities and missions that force them to live against their will.

Knowing that if Feng Lixue became the Empress there would be no turning back, Mo Xiao said he would rather risk his life than let that happen. He invited her to leave with him again, but Feng Lixue refused once more. Chong Guang waited for Feng Lixue to emerge in the Hundred Phoenix Brocade. He was very pleased with her appearance as the Empress. Taking her hand, he praised her beauty and stared at her without blinking.

Suddenly, he tried to kiss her. Feng Lixue instinctively dodged, but Chong Guang pulled her close. Just then, both of them were influenced by the Q Desires. Feng Lixue mistook Chong Guang for Mo Xiao and began calling out Mo Xiao’s name repeatedly. Chong Guang gradually snapped out of it and, noticing something strange about the attire, guessed it was poisoned. As Feng Lixue leaned closer, he pushed her away.

At that moment, Mo Xiao struck and knocked Chong Guang down, taking Feng Lixue with him. Po Yun, waiting outside, came to assist them. Mo Xiao used his spiritual power to transfer the poison from Feng Lixue onto himself. Overcome with emotion, the two kissed. Feng Lixue thanked Mo Xiao for arriving in time, allowing her to hold him once more. Chong Guang sat on a chair, smiling as he saw Feng Lixue approaching.

But upon closer look, he realized it was Zi Ying. His smile faded immediately. Zi Ying knelt before Chong Guang and volunteered to become the vessel to nourish the Ice Silkworm, pleading with him not to marry Feng Lixue. In response, Chong Guang slapped her away and warned her that if she dared to speak another word, he would take her life. Xuyuan Yunchao heard that Feng Lixue was recovering by the spring and brought clothes for her.

But upon seeing her with Mo Xiao, he didn’t go in. Instead, he left the clothes at the door and said he didn’t like owing others — now they were even. Before leaving, he reminded Feng Lixue that Chong Guang was looking everywhere for her. Feng Lixue and Mo Xiao tried to escape together, pursued by demonic soldiers. Feng Lixue wanted to use the Ice Technique, but Mo Xiao stopped her, fearing she would suffer backlash.

Chong Guang captured Po Yun, but Po Yun refused to reveal Feng Lixue’s whereabouts. Rather than killing him, Chong Guang sent him back to Shaohao Palace, intending to show Feng Lixue how he treats those loyal to her. Minghuang believed that the backlash from desire would bring Chong Guang immense suffering. Ji Xingluo wanted to join forces with Wushuang to confront Chong Guang, but Minghuang, wary of Chong Guang’s strength, declined to go with them.

As Mo Xiao and Feng Lixue fled together, Mo Xiao suddenly lost strength, sweat beading on his forehead. Feng Lixue helped him sit down to rest. Mo Xiao hoped to take her to Mount Shu, the only place Chong Guang didn’t dare to go. But Feng Lixue didn’t want to. She longed for a place free of good and evil, where the two of them could live in peace.

Mo Xiao agreed, saying even a single day would be enough, even if he had to give up being the young master of Mount Shu. But such a place didn’t exist in this world. Then Feng Lixue took out a blue pearl and brought Mo Xiao into another world. It was a world created by an ancient seclusion spirit pearl, filled with peace and serenity. Mo Xiao’s wounds healed completely here.

Feng Lixue revealed that Feng Xingtian had given her the pearl so that if the human world could no longer accept her, she could hide in this created realm. Feng Lixue admitted she had been wrong, had hated the wrong person, and said that if one day they could truly escape the world, she hoped to be with Mo Xiao. Mo Xiao embraced her, grateful for the second chance.

In this place, there were no factions of good and evil — only the two of them. Even one day together was enough. Murong Jing, through the bell of the treasure tower, saw Mo Xiao and Feng Lixue escape. Fearing the sect leader would find out, she and another hurriedly sent a message back to Mount Shu, falsely claiming that Mo Xiao had gone to Peach Blossom Dock to seek treatment from Shi Bujio.

Mo Xiao was still worried about Yuan Beichen. Feng Lixue advised him to forget everything for now and enjoy this time of seclusion. Mo Xiao realized his mistake and smiled in agreement. The medicine Mo Xiao sent back was indeed the antidote to the rootless flower, but Yuan Beichen was already deeply poisoned, so it couldn’t be cured quickly.

As everyone worried about Mo Xiao, Xie Lingyun sent back false news to reassure them, claiming Mo Xiao had gone to Peach Blossom Dock to recuperate. Everyone was relieved. Lu Jianchuan visited Murong Changfeng, saying he wanted to go check on Mo Xiao. Murong Changfeng agreed and praised Lu Jianchuan’s abilities, saying that if not for Mo Xiao, the position of young master would have gone to him.

In the illusory world, Mo Xiao and Feng Lixue ran around and played in a small courtyard. But Mo Xiao suddenly noticed signs that someone else had been there. Feng Lixue guessed it might be the original owner of the spirit pearl. Mo Xiao speculated about where the owner might have gone, but Feng Lixue wasn’t eager to know. Her mindset now was: take things as they come.

Xie Lingyun suspected someone would check on Shi Bujio, so he and Murong Jing hurried to Peach Blossom Dock to respond. Meanwhile, Wushuang and Ji Xingluo went to find the Wuyan Stone but were discovered by Chong Guang. He didn’t understand why Wushuang was ungrateful and kept opposing him. Wushuang made no effort to hide her feelings. She blamed Chong Guang for instigating Ye Yuan back then, leading to Ye Yuan’s death, and for the disappearance of her child. She was determined to settle all accounts with Chong Guang.

Xuyuan Wushuang admitted that she was indeed trying to find her real son—he was the bloodline of Ye Yuan, the true demon lord. The current Chong Guang was nothing more than an impostor who had usurped the rightful place. Wushuang believed the third stone must be on Mo Xiao, which was why he could move freely within the Abyss of Demons and even take people from Shushan with him, yet Chong Guang never killed him.

Chong Guang didn’t deny her words and could also see that her hatred stemmed from his failure to avenge Ye Yuan. He promised that he would take revenge for Ye Yuan and help her find Ye Yuan’s true heir. Upon hearing this, Wushuang nearly broke down, already aware that Chong Guang knew the child’s whereabouts but refused to reveal it. She tore at his robes in desperation, demanding he tell her.

Chong Guang only said that to achieve great things, one must remain calm, and that Mount Suyu was never his ultimate goal—he would leave eventually. He then ordered Chang Ming to escort Wushuang back to the palace and threw Ji Xingluo into prison. In the illusory world, Mo Xiao and Feng Lixue changed into commoner clothes and joyfully spent a peaceful day together.

Murong Jing and Xie Lingyun brought the finest wine to Shi Bujie, delighting him into cooperating with their plan to fool Lu Jianchuan. Shi Bujie wrapped Xie Lingyun entirely in bandages like a zongzi and claimed that Mo Xiao’s condition was still poor, with no clear date of recovery.

Lu Jianchuan wanted to ask more questions to report back, but under Murong Jing’s persuasion, Shi Bujie reluctantly agreed to let him take a glance from afar, warning not to get close. Seeing “Mo Xiao” in such a bad state, Lu Jianchuan secretly handed Shi Bujie a Heavenly Sun Herb and inquired how to cure the deep-rooted Wugenhua poison. Shi Bujie stated it would take forty-nine days and, when asked about curing demonic poison, simply replied that it was incurable.

Lu Jianchuan rushed out, forcibly suppressing the demonic poison surging within him, hoping to recover before Yuan Beichen or Mo Xiao returned, so no one would notice he had been poisoned. After Lu Jianchuan left, Shi Bujie unwrapped the bandages from Xie Lingyun and departed, confident that Lu Jianchuan wouldn’t return. Meanwhile, Chong Guang still couldn’t locate any trace of Feng Lixue and, sensing nothing, ordered Chang Ming to continue the search.

In the illusory world, Feng Lixue’s Bingqing Gu began to act up again, causing pain in her chest. Mo Xiao’s token also made a sound, but both chose to ignore it, treasuring the rare time they had together. They drank and made toasts—Mo Xiao to the well-being of all living beings, and Feng Lixue to Mo Xiao’s peaceful days ahead, even wishing he would meet a perfect partner.

Mo Xiao noticed something was off, and Feng Lixue, teary-eyed, held his hand. She said these three days were the happiest of her life. She had never expected to feel such joy, having been tormented since birth and never knowing what a home felt like—until she met Mo Xiao. No matter where they were, she felt at home with him. She came to realize that wherever Mo Xiao was, that was home.

Feng Lixue asked him never to forget this place—it was their home. Mo Xiao held her hand and promised he wouldn’t forget. Here, he was no longer a disciple of Shushan, but a man with a devoted wife, able to live a peaceful, joyful life. Just as Mo Xiao was about to promise he would give her the home she wanted, he suddenly felt dizzy, realizing the wine had been drugged.

Feng Lixue gently touched his face, reminding him that the time had come—they had to return and do what they must. As the illusory world began to dissolve, Mo Xiao passed out. Feng Lixue held him, weeping, reminiscing about the blissful days they had just shared, her heart breaking. Even in unconsciousness, Mo Xiao kept calling Feng Lixue’s name. Meanwhile, Feng Lixue had already returned to Mount Suyu.

Hua Lang, unable to wake Mo Xiao, flew off to seek help from Xie Lingyun. Murong Jing was also worried that Yuan Beichen and others would come soon to check on Mo Xiao. She hurried to locate him and saw off Shi Bujie, who was reluctant to leave. Murong Jing promised him fine wine in the future, but Shi Bujie only asked for Nu’er Hong. At that moment, Zi Su and the others arrived.

Xie Lingyun truthfully told them about Mo Xiao’s condition. Just as he finished speaking, Hua Lang arrived, and they all followed him to the unconscious Mo Xiao. Zi Su examined him and found he was merely drugged, with no major issues. She questioned Xie Lingyun about whether Mo Xiao had gone to Mount Suyu. Xie Lingyun admitted it, but said the rest would have to wait until Mo Xiao woke up.

When Feng Lixue returned, Chong Guang deliberately acted intimately with Zi Ying. Feng Lixue’s complete indifference only made him angrier, but he simply told her to go rest. Zi Ying watched Feng Lixue’s departing figure and tried to incite Chong Guang to punish her for betrayal, only to receive a slap. Chong Guang ordered her to learn how to speak properly, for Feng Lixue would soon become the empress.

Feng Lixue returned to the Shaohao Palace and was deeply pained to see Po Yun injured from the beating. Po Yun blamed Feng Lixue for coming back, saying she should have left with Mo Xiao to live a good life.

At this moment, Zi Ying brought her new Empress attire and revealed that Chong Guang wanted to marry Feng Lixue not because he liked her, but because she had an Ice Clear Gu inside her, which needed to merge with the Ice Clear Gu in Chong Guang’s body to unleash its full power. Feng Lixue recalled that when she was a child, Feng Xingtian had made her eat something, claiming it was the key to preserving her life.

Ji Xingluo was imprisoned, and Wu Chen specifically came to visit her. Ji Xingluo was unhappy that they had stolen something together, but Wu Chen was unharmed. Wu Chen knew that Chong Guang didn’t imprison her out of respect for Ye Yuan, and she promised Ji Xingluo that when the time was right, she would take back the child and personally release Ji Xingluo.

Yuan Beichen woke up and, upon hearing that Mo Xiao’s condition was critical, immediately wanted Xuan Qing to go treat him. However, Xuan Qing believed Shi Bujie was already there, so there was no need for her, as her duty was to heal Yuan Beichen. Yuan Beichen highly valued Mo Xiao and hoped he could become the sect leader, but Murong Changfeng believed Mo Xiao still needed more training. Mo Xiao suddenly disappeared, and everyone searched for him in vain.

Xie Lingyun suddenly remembered a place Mo Xiao might go and led Zi Su, Murong Jing, and others to search for him. At that moment, Mo Xiao was sitting cross-legged in the illusory world, repeatedly thinking of his moments with Feng Lixue. Xie Lingyun, seeing Mo Xiao in this state, went over to sit beside him and inquired about Feng Lixue.

He learned that Feng Lixue had already returned to Mount Suyu and had come down the mountain with him only to protect Mo Xiao and fulfill his wishes. Chong Guang came to find Feng Lixue, only to discover that she had not tried on the new Empress attire and was instead standing outside, lost in thought.

Feng Lixue bluntly stated that she suspected her father had died from practicing a mysterious demonic art, and the one who caused it should be Chong Guang. Chong Guang thought she was about to seek revenge, but Feng Lixue kneeled and revealed the matter of the Ice Clear Gu, hoping Chong Guang could remove it. She only wanted to live her own life and didn’t want to be his Empress. Chong Guang said nothing and simply left.

Mo Xiao collected many building materials and then locked himself in a barrier, forbidding Xie Lingyun and the others from entering. While they were worried, Mo Xiao eventually removed the barrier, revealing that he had built a home where he and Feng Lixue could be together. It was the only thing he could do for her—to give her a home. Mo Xiao then led Xie Lingyun and the others back to Shushan.

Feng Lixue came to find Chong Guang again and requested to return home, to become the leader of the Tianxing Sect. Chong Guang gave her a Forgetfulness Gu, promising that if she drank it, she could leave, but if she didn’t, she would have to obey him and be his Empress, without any further desires. Drinking the Forgetfulness Gu meant she would forget Mo Xiao. After a painful struggle, Feng Lixue chose to drink the potion.

Chong Guang’s eyes reddened, tears falling involuntarily, and he allowed Feng Lixue to leave, no longer the Star Lord of Shaohao Palace, but instead the Deputy Leader of the Tianxing Sect. After returning, Feng Lixue told Po Yun the news. Po Yun, overjoyed, quickly gathered his subordinates. Alone, Feng Lixue repeatedly thought of her time with Mo Xiao. Her heart ached, and she constantly reminded herself not to forget Mo Xiao.

Keeping him in her heart was her only comfort in this life. Feng Lixue activated her cultivation, forcing the Forgetfulness Gu to merge with the Ice Clear Gu, but she spat out blood and fainted from exhaustion. Chong Guang immediately sensed something was wrong with the Ice Clear Gu and rushed over to take Feng Lixue away, intending to treat her. When Feng Lixue woke up, she wished that Chong Guang had never met her and would completely forget her.

She believed she could neither hate nor love Chong Guang, and their master-disciple bond ended there. Chong Guang, furious, decided to fulfill Feng Lixue’s wish by taking back all the demonic powers he had granted her. From that point on, they would have nothing to do with each other. Feng Lixue screamed in agony as the demonic powers were extracted from her. Chong Guang ordered Feng Lixue to be expelled from Mount Suyu, severing all ties with the mountain.

Po Yun carried Feng Lixue away from Mount Suyu. Chong Guang lay there, disheartened and unmoving. It was the first time Chang Ming had seen him like this and reminded him not to forget the greater goal. Chong Guang closed his eyes in pain. Mo Xiao returned to Shushan, where Xie Tianjun noted that Yuan Beichen was recovering, and Mo Xiao had returned. He suggested a celebration.

Yuan Beichen proposed that during the annual Immortal Sect Conference, he would pass the leadership of Shushan to Mo Xiao. Xie Tianjun was pleased, even considering giving the position to Xie Lingyun so he could enjoy a carefree life. Yuan Beichen believed Mo Xiao had the ability to lead Shushan against Chong Guang, fearing that Chong Guang might bring the Asura Clan to cause chaos just like Ye Yuan did.

Mo Xiao, as Feng Yue’s disciple, was widely supported and could stop Chong Guang’s ambitions. The others did not speak further. Yuan Beichen later called Mo Xiao into a private room, while Murong Changfeng privately praised Lu Jianchuan’s abilities, saying he had high hopes for him and recommending he read more books. Murong Ce did not believe that Mo Xiao was truly ill. He secretly asked Murong Jing, who, under pressure, revealed the truth.

She also hoped Murong Ce wouldn’t spread the news. Since Feng Lixue left, Mo Xiao had been despondent for three days before finally recovering. Murong Ce hoped Mo Xiao could truly focus and be ready to take on the responsibilities of the sect leader.

Mo Xiao followed his master into the room and immediately knelt down to admit his mistake. Yuan Beichen had already seen through that Mo Xiao was not seriously ill but had gone to Mount Suyu. However, he did not expose him in front of everyone, instead reminding Mo Xiao that this would be the last time. As a man, he had to swallow the bitterest of feelings that could not be controlled.

Feng Lixue opened her eyes and found herself back at the Tianxing Manor. Gu Bai, who had been in charge of the Tianxing Sect's business operations, was also summoned by Po Yun. According to Gu Bai, although Shushan had sealed the Tianxing Sect, a mysterious person had secretly supported it, allowing her to secretly manage the sect’s affairs while waiting for the right moment.

Feng Lixue was very grateful for this and decided that she would find this mysterious person and thank him in the future. Gu Bai suggested that if they wanted to reopen the Tianxing Sect, they would need to retrieve the Tianxing Seal from Shushan. He also introduced a young maid named Cang Cang to Feng Lixue, who immediately liked the girl. Feng Lixue proposed that Cang Cang take her to Fengdu City to take a look.

Since returning to Shushan, Xie Lingyun had not been able to see Murong Jing. He specifically invited her out and gave her a fan as a token to remember their shared experiences. This fan had been left to him by his mother, with the hope that it would be passed down to his future daughter-in-law. Murong Jing happily accepted it. Upon arriving in Fengdu City, Feng Lixue remembered the moments she had shared with Mo Xiao.

She suddenly noticed a large number of disciples from various immortal sects. Feng Lixue was curious about why so many immortals were gathering. Po Yun informed her that the Immortal Sect Conference was about to be held, and people from various sects had come to gather. The disciples from various sects were also worried that Chong Guang might cause trouble, and they all hoped Yuan Beichen would find a solution to prevent the demonic sect from causing chaos.

Yuan Beichen immediately stated that his health was not sufficient to deal with Chong Guang and requested that Mo Xiao take the position of sect leader to stop Chong Guang's evil deeds and protect the immortal sects. Everyone then congratulated Mo Xiao. At this moment, Feng Lixue suddenly appeared, and Mo Xiao, Xie Lingyun, and Murong Ce went out to check. Mo Xiao was very happy to see Feng Lixue again.

He knew that Feng Lixue had left the demonic sect and brought her to meet Yuan Beichen and the others. Feng Lixue hoped to take on all the sins of her late father and also wished to reopen the Tianxing Sect to benefit the people. However, the others did not believe her, thinking that she had followed the demonic sect for many years and had already committed many sins. They all called for her execution.

Murong Jing stood up to speak on Feng Lixue’s behalf, stating that Mo Xiao had only been able to find the antidote and save the disciples of the immortal sect because of Feng Lixue’s help. Yuan Beichen suggested postponing the matter of reopening the Tianxing Sect, but Feng Lixue insisted that the purpose of her visit today was for the immortal sects to come to a decision. She would not leave until the outcome was determined.

Yuan Beichen worried that Feng Lixue’s attempt to reopen the Tianxing Sect at this moment was likely part of Chong Guang’s scheme, and he had other intentions. He did not care whether Feng Lixue waited outside, but was more focused on quickly deciding on a new sect leader. Mo Xiao, having seen through Feng Lixue’s sacrifices to leave the demonic sect from the Heartstone, felt sorrow in his heart.

At this moment, Yuan Beichen sent someone to summon Mo Xiao, urging him to make a decision. Mo Xiao agreed to guard the Wuzhou Mountain but did not want to take the position of sect leader. Yuan Beichen, however, believed that Shushan, as the leading immortal sect, required every sect leader to hold the Heartstone as a pledge to the world. Anyone who held it would be bound to sever all emotional ties.

Yuan Beichen showed Mo Xiao his own Heartstone and asked if Mo Xiao could handle it. Mo Xiao nodded. That night, Mo Xiao secretly went to see Feng Lixue and swore in his heart that although they were fated to be apart in this life, he would make up for it in the next. At the same time, Lu Jianchuan went to the library where Murong Changfeng happened to be.

Murong Changfeng specially took him to view some internal martial arts manuals. Lu Jianchuan opened a book on the Soul Sealing Spell, and Murong Changfeng immediately helped him find it, but warned him to only read it, not practice it. Murong Changfeng then made an excuse to leave, leaving Lu Jianchuan alone in the room. The next day, Mo Xiao succeeded to the position of sect leader and publicly promised to protect the common people.

Yuan Beichen reminded Mo Xiao that while the Heartstone would help him protect his heart’s path, if he ever fell in love, it would sever his heart’s pulse. Yuan Beichen passed the Heartstone to Mo Xiao.

Feng Lixue waited outside the mountain gate. Po Yun heard from the mountain-guarding disciples that today was the day Mo Xiao would succeed as sect leader, and informed Feng Lixue. She gave a faint smile, knowing that this was Mo Xiao's destiny. Just after Mo Xiao officially became sect leader, news came from Fengdu City that the previously poisoned disciples had another outbreak of demonic poison.

As no one could cure it, Feng Lixue stepped forward and said she could detoxify them and was willing to help the sect dispel the poison—but she hoped the "Tianxing Seal" could be returned to her so that she could reopen the Tianxing Sect. Yuan Beichen agreed to consider it carefully, and then Mo Xiao led everyone to Fengdu City.

Chong Guang praised Feng Lixue's actions, saying this was the behavior of a true disciple—daring to go to Shushan for the Tianxing Seal on such an important day for the sect. If Feng Lixue could truly earn the sect’s trust, things would become much simpler. Mo Xiao, Feng Lixue, Xie Lingyun, and Murong Jing arrived together at Fengdu City. Feng Lixue spoke at length with Murong Jing, while Mo Xiao, following behind, remained silent.

Murong Jing noticed that Mo Xiao had been acting differently since returning, especially after Feng Lixue ascended the mountain. Xie Lingyun understood it was all because of Feng Lixue. After Mo Xiao settled into an inn, Murong Jing and Xie Lingyun visited Feng Lixue to check on her and understand how she intended to dispel the poison. Feng Lixue didn’t reveal her method but assured them she would appear on time to help Mo Xiao cleanse the poison.

She also asked them not to visit her too often to avoid suspicion of collusion with demonic forces. Murong Jing didn’t mind at all—after all they had been through, they were already friends, especially now that Feng Lixue had left the demonic cult. Murong Jing wanted to tell Feng Lixue about Mo Xiao’s sacrifices for her but was stopped by Xie Lingyun, who thought it best for Mo Xiao and Feng Lixue to handle things themselves.

On the way back, Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing saw Lady Hongyue in Fengdu City and, fearing trouble, quickly reported it to Mo Xiao. At that moment, Mo Xiao had just learned from Hwarang that the poison outbreak in Fengdu City was orchestrated by the "Seven Caverns and Nine Abysses" of the demonic cult. Mo Xiao suspected that Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing had visited Feng Lixue and questioned them about her plans.

Upon learning that Feng Lixue hadn’t revealed anything, Mo Xiao grew concerned. That night, Mo Xiao secretly went to Feng Lixue’s window. He knew she had chosen the most difficult path but was resolute, and he vowed to protect her. When his emotions stirred, the "Heart-Guarding Sand" on his wrist seared with pain, forcing him to leave. Feng Lixue, hearing the noise, came out and found a pinwheel left on the windowsill—she knew Mo Xiao had been there.

Meanwhile, Lu Jianchuan secretly practiced the Soul Transfer Incantation, transferring his own toxins into a rabbit. Murong Changfeng happened to witness this and scolded Lu Jianchuan for practicing a forbidden art. Lu Jianchuan begged him to keep it secret, promising to serve him loyally in the future. Considering his difficulties, Murong Changfeng agreed but reminded him to act as guardian during Mo Xiao’s detoxification, as people might discover his poison hadn’t been eliminated.

A zither player named Ling Xiang approached Lu Jianchuan, asking him to arrange for some of her friends to enter the altar to dispel the demonic aura. Learning her friends were of demonic origin, Lu Jianchuan immediately refused. However, Ling Xiang threatened him with his secret training of the Soul Transfer Incantation, forcing him to agree. She then took the token from Lu Jianchuan’s waist.

Hongyue, who had fallen in love with Haotian in the Valley of Desire, came to find him again, believing their love was real. Since the demonic poison hadn’t been purged, their memories of that time remained. However, Haotian had long been engaged to Yueyao and didn’t wish to revisit the past. He urged Hongyue to leave. Hongyue refused, determined to disrupt everything. When Haotian saw sect disciples approaching, he fled, leaving her behind.

A maidservant then approached Hongyue, claiming she could help her achieve her wish. She took Hongyue to a room where Ling Xiang, the Island Lord of Biqiong, and the Valley Master of Changshou were waiting. They all hoped to enter the altar to dispel the poison. Although Hongyue had a way to suppress the poison, she was unwilling to go. Ling Xiang used Haotian as leverage to convince Hongyue to join them.

Feng Lixue and Po Yun arrived at the altar as scheduled. Feng Lixue told Po Yun to observe from a distance and not to interfere. Mo Xiao approached and softly urged Feng Lixue not to act recklessly, assuring her he would be there for everything. Feng Lixue gave a slight nod. She and Mo Xiao sat at the center of the altar to activate the formation, while the sect disciples sat around them.

The poisoned disciples released black mist from their bodies and suffered great pain. Lu Jianchuan also showed signs of poisoning but forcefully suppressed them. Suddenly, Hongyue tried to break the formation and escape with Haotian, causing Feng Lixue to be injured and demonic energy to surge outward. Mo Xiao immediately cast a barrier to contain it. Xie Lingyun and Murong Ce arrived to help.

Hongyue crawled toward Haotian to take him away, but Yueyao appeared and stabbed her to death, scolding her for trespassing into the altar. Seeing the formation about to collapse and the demonic aura breaking free, Feng Lixue used her body as a vessel to absorb it all. Chong Guang sensed her pain, while Po Yun rushed in and carried her away. Mo Xiao and the others were busy saving the sect disciples and couldn’t pursue.

But the poisoned disciples died one after another, and Mo Xiao shed tears. Po Yun and Gu Bai watched over the unconscious and injured Feng Lixue, planning to find magical artifacts to help purge the poison, leaving Cangcang to care for her. At that moment, Chong Guang arrived, knocked Cangcang unconscious, and, heartbroken at Feng Lixue’s condition, cut his wrist and let his blood drip into her mouth.

When it was discovered that demonic cult members had infiltrated the group, Lu Jianchuan accused Feng Lixue of pretending to exorcise demons while actually letting them sabotage the ritual, resulting in so many deaths. Mo Xiao wanted to go to Tianxing Residence to investigate, but Xie Lingyun stopped him. Since Feng Lixue couldn’t explain herself, Mo Xiao’s involvement would only make things worse. Mo Xiao had no choice but to lead everyone back to Shushan.

When Feng Lixue awoke, she found herself unharmed. Gu Bai and Po Yun had returned with supplies and were relieved to see she was well. Feng Lixue asked about the situation at the altar. Po Yun believed that since Feng Lixue had absorbed all the demonic energy herself, the others should be fine. Feng Lixue smiled.

Yue Yao publicly accused Feng Lixue in front of the leaders of the sects, claiming she deliberately sabotaged the exorcism efforts, resulting in the deaths of many disciples. Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing spoke in defense of Feng Lixue, and Mo Xiao explained that Feng Lixue had already done her best—only those with insufficient power perished. However, the sect leaders still believed that Feng Lixue volunteering to help with the exorcism was done with ill intent.

Mo Xiao refuted them publicly, pointing out that everyone was present when Feng Lixue arrived. He also promised that he would give a full explanation of the incident. Afterward, Mo Xiao locked himself in his room and summoned Hualang to ask about what happened yesterday. He learned that Hong Yue and the others had gone to Guiyin House to find Ling Xiang, and that it was Po Yun who had rescued Feng Lixue, though they hadn’t made any moves since.

Mo Xiao worried that something might have happened to Feng Lixue. At that moment, Murong Ce came to see him and admitted his failure in safeguarding the sect, allowing evil cult members to infiltrate—it was his own dereliction of duty. However, Mo Xiao had not revealed this during the public meeting. Murong Ce was deeply remorseful and came specifically to apologize. Mo Xiao believed that Murong Ce had always been meticulous, and that no one could enter without a waist token.

Since he had brought Feng Lixue into the formation himself, there could not have been any outsiders—someone must have been colluding from the inside. Mo Xiao instructed Murong Ce to investigate Ling Xiang and pay attention to whether there was any connection with Shushan disciples. Murong Ce felt grateful for Mo Xiao’s trust. Meanwhile, Lu Jianchuan was practicing the Soul Guiding Spell alone in the mountains, worried that Mo Xiao would discover the issue with his waist token.

Yuan Beichen privately asked Mo Xiao if he had a plan in mind when he made that promise to give an explanation. Mo Xiao suspected there was a traitor and recalled that Feng Lixue had used her body to block demonic energy yesterday—without her, the consequences would have been unimaginable. Therefore, she could not have been responsible.

Mo Xiao speculated that someone was manipulating things behind the scenes, and that their target was within Fengdu City, likely seeking the whereabouts of the asura stone. Yuan Beichen feared impending disaster in Fengdu City. Mo Xiao, also concerned for the people, proposed a lantern ritual under the name of the sects to pray for peace. Yuan Beichen immediately agreed but warned Mo Xiao to remain vigilant and not be distracted by Feng Lixue.

Mo Xiao returned to the demon sect and ordered that no matter what, the people of Shushan and Seven Caverns Nine Nether must not harm Feng Lixue. Although Zi Ying was reluctant to pass on the order, she had no choice but to comply. Feng Lixue had mostly recovered. Cangcang told her that the people outside were praising her for dispelling disaster for the people. Feng Lixue wanted to go see for herself, but Cangcang tried to stop her.

Feng Lixue insisted on going, only to discover that instead of being grateful, the people were pointing fingers at her, accusing her of colluding with the demon sect and bringing calamity to Fengdu City. They believed that just as Feng Xingtian had fallen into the demonic path in the past, now Feng Lixue had done the same. To them, she was a disaster to the city. Cangcang urged her to return quickly.

Back at home, Feng Lixue questioned Gu Bai and Po Yun, upset that everyone misunderstood her as being in league with the demon sect. She feared that Shushan believed the same. Po Yun explained that Shushan hadn’t made any moves so far. Feng Lixue was heartbroken, feeling that she could never regain Shushan’s trust.

Po Yun knew about Mo Xiao’s plan to pray with lanterns but didn’t tell Feng Lixue, not wanting to give her false hope only for her to be disappointed again. He could only wait for a change in the situation. Xuyuan Yunchao found some information. When the lanterns were released in Fengdu City, he planned to infuse one with demonic energy—perhaps it could help locate his older brother.

Wushuang was overjoyed and immediately sent Xuyuan Yunchao down the mountain to carry it out. Murong Ce had been keeping an eye on Ling Xiang. Late at night, he saw a figure in black appear and began following. During the scuffle, the figure’s veil was torn off. Murong Ce demanded to know her mission, but she refused to answer and suddenly flew away.

Murong Ce picked up a bracelet from the ground, which reminded him of the little girl taken away to search for her family years ago—now she had returned as a shadow assassin. Feng Lixue had purged her demonic powers, but her sudden recovery overnight and the complete absence of demonic energy in her body was too extraordinary. No one would believe she had no ties to the demonic poison.

Mo Xiao briefly doubted her when he heard she was safe, but ultimately trusted that she would never side with the demon sect. Murong Ce reported his findings to Mo Xiao, but the person he was investigating had sensed it and escaped beforehand. These people used the art of concealment, making them hard to track. Murong Jing also couldn’t figure out who was behind Ling Xiang.

Mo Xiao believed everything was leading up to tonight’s lantern festival—surely they’d find answers then. Mo Xiao tasked Murong Ce with retrieving the Spirit-Guarding Robe from Yishan. If someone came for the asura stone tonight, there would surely be demonic energy, and the robe could protect the city’s residents. Mo Xiao assigned Murong Ce to protect the people while he handled the rest. Feng Lixue went to the street with Cangcang to view the lanterns.

Cangcang wanted to buy one, but no one would sell once they recognized Feng Lixue. Cangcang ran off crying and encountered Mo Xiao, who knew Cangcang wanted to see the lanterns and had specially prepared a lotus lantern. Cangcang brought Feng Lixue to see it, and she wept, knowing it was Mo Xiao’s doing. As Mo Xiao released the lanterns in prayer, Xuyuan Yunchao arrived.

Just as the lanterns floated into the sky, demonic spirits from Seven Caverns Nine Nether suddenly appeared and attacked them, sending the people fleeing in terror. Murong Ce used the Spirit-Guarding Robe to shield the people, calming them down. Mo Xiao soared into the sky and fought with the Seven Caverns Nine Nether. Feng Lixue also arrived at the scene. Mo Xiao was suddenly trapped by the spirits and unable to move.

Feng Lixue flew to his rescue, fighting off the attackers and explaining to Mo Xiao that she had not allied with the demon sect—this battle would prove it. She charged in with her Phoenix Feather Chain. Chong Guang sensed something was wrong and ordered Chang Ming to check on the situation, warning his subordinates not to harm Feng Lixue.

Although the Seven Caverns Nine Nether had been ordered not to hurt Feng Lixue, their desperation to obtain the asura stone led them to attack her regardless. Just as Feng Lixue was about to collapse from exhaustion, Mo Xiao broke free and caught her. The demonic energy gradually dispersed, and Murong Ce retrieved the Spirit-Guarding Robe.

Mo Xiao held the severely injured Feng Lixue and returned to heal her with his internal energy, but Feng Lixue was constantly worried about explaining that she had not colluded with the demon sect. In the end, she fainted again in Mo Xiao's arms—just as Chong Guang happened to witness the scene, and a murderous intent flashed across his eyes. While Lu Jianchuan was practicing the Soul Crossing Spell, he was discovered by disciples of Mount Shu.

Afraid of being exposed, Lu Jianchuan killed the disciple and fled the scene immediately. Feng Lixue woke up calling Mo Xiao’s name, only to find herself completely alone. Xie Lingyun planned to look for Mo Xiao with Murong Jing, but they had already learned that Mo Xiao and Murong Ce had returned to Mount Shu. On the streets of Fengdu City, public opinion had begun to shift positively.

People started to believe in Feng Lixue’s efforts, acknowledging she was different from her father. Murong Jing and Xie Lingyun were also happy for Feng Lixue upon hearing the discussions. Xuyuan Yunchao secretly followed Xie Lingyun, hoping to find the mark of the Heavenly Demon on him, to confirm whether he was his brother. Seeing that Murong Jing looked exhausted, Xie Lingyun pulled him forward to run, but they were suddenly crashed into by Xuyuan Yunchao rushing down from a hillside.

Xuyuan Yunchao groped around Xie Lingyun’s chest but failed to sense any demon aura, guessing it might have been sealed by the Immortal Sect. Xie Lingyun merely assumed he was a reckless young man and didn’t take it to heart. The leaders of the Immortal Sect were also discussing Feng Lixue’s contributions. Murong Jing returned just in time to speak for Feng Lixue, stating that she had risked her life twice to protect everyone.

At this moment, someone came to report that the corpse of Mount Shu disciple Shao Chu had been found in the backyard. The group rushed to check and discovered he was killed by demonic powers. They speculated that this might be the beginning of the demon sect's attack on Mount Shu, and worried that Chong Guang would not rest until he found the third demon stone.

As a result, they decided that the Immortal Sect must find the third demon stone and destroy it to stop Chong Guang from restoring the Thousand Years Token. To locate the third demon stone, they would need to use the Tianxing Formation, which required permission for Feng Lixue to reopen the Tianxing Sect and have the Tianxing Seal returned to her.

Mo Xiao returned at this point and immediately agreed to the plan on the condition that he would be the one to activate the formation. Everyone agreed. Murong Jing and Xie Lingyun were sent to relay the plan to Feng Lixue. Feng Lixue was hesitant to act rashly, fearing mistakes. Murong Jing assured her that since it was a collective decision, no one would blame her even if something went wrong. Only then did Feng Lixue nod in agreement.

Xie Lingyun suggested that since they were already there, they should investigate Guiyin Workshop, because Murong Ce had previously found nothing there. Murong Jing teased Xie Lingyun, saying he was jealous of how close Mo Xiao and Murong Ce had become, which was why he insisted on checking it again. Nevertheless, she agreed to go together. Under a table in Guiyin Workshop, Murong Jing found a hidden compartment, but it was already empty. She speculated the evidence had been destroyed.

At that moment, she sensed someone’s presence and immediately gave chase but lost sight of the figure. Xie Lingyun wanted to continue the chase but was stopped by Murong Jing, who, looking unusually serious, suggested they consult with Mo Xiao after returning. Still, Murong Jing recognized a familiar item, quietly left the scene, and a mysterious figure silently took the object. Upon returning, Murong Jing rushed to Murong Changfeng’s room to check something but found it missing.

Just then, Murong Changfeng returned and asked if she was looking for something. Murong Jing, flustered, ran off and bumped into Murong Changfeng outside. He noticed her odd behavior, but Murong Jing said nothing. Murong Ce came to Murong Changfeng to investigate the Shadow Death Servants and mentioned that he had encountered a familiar one in Fengdu City and wanted to get to the bottom of it.

Murong Changfeng casually asked a few questions and then had Murong Ce help organize some books. Chang Ming visited Chong Guang to report that Feng Lixue was going to activate the Tianxing Formation the next day, but Chong Guang remained completely indifferent. Feng Lixue, along with Gu Bai and Po Yun, arrived at the Wind Formation and saw Mo Xiao ahead.

The two exchanged a smile, and Feng Lixue felt happy at the thought of finally being able to live in the light. Mo Xiao announced that from now on, the Tianxing Sect would return to the righteous path and benefit the world, and he handed the Tianxing Seal back to Feng Lixue. Feng Lixue personally activated the Tianxing Formation.

As everyone watched the seal ascend into the sky, smiles lit up their faces, waiting for the formation to reveal the location of the asura demon stone—only to find that it was inside the Tianxing Seal. Suddenly, Chong Guang appeared and attacked the Immortal Sect disciples, loudly thanking Feng Lixue by name. Mo Xiao mistakenly believed Feng Lixue had deceived him and angrily questioned her. In his rage, Mo Xiao flew into the sky to battle Chong Guang.

Zi Su, also enraged by the perceived betrayal, stabbed Feng Lixue with her sword. Po Yun was killed while protecting Feng Lixue. Zi Mu and Zi Feng attempted to attack Feng Lixue as well but were knocked down by her. Zi Su, furious, flew toward Feng Lixue but was detected and struck down mid-air by Chong Guang. Zi Su died instantly. Mo Xiao, overcome with grief, suddenly began to emit demonic energy.

Chong Guang seized the opportunity to take all three demon stones. Murong Changfeng accused Mo Xiao of colluding with the demon sect and losing the stones. Chong Guang then took Feng Lixue and the stones and left. Mo Xiao suddenly fainted. When Feng Lixue woke up, she was furious and tried to find Chong Guang but was stopped by Zi Ying. Zi Ying's aggression infuriated Feng Lixue, who killed her.

Chong Guang suddenly appeared and stopped Feng Lixue, hoping she would stay and enjoy the glory she deserved. He then knocked her unconscious and carried her away. Zi Ying suggested imprisoning her in the Demon Prison, but Chong Guang ignored the idea. Xuan Qing treated Mo Xiao, whose mind was haunted by the tragic deaths of Mount Shu disciples. Once again showing signs of demonic influence, Xuan Qing hurriedly used spiritual power to suppress it.

At that moment, someone came to notify Xuan Qing that an urgent meeting was needed. Other members of the Immortal Sect had come to hold Mo Xiao accountable. They blamed him for everything, even though Murong Ce and Xie Lingyun insisted that Mo Xiao had done everything for the group and that activating the Tianxing Formation had been everyone's decision, not just Mo Xiao’s—but still, all the blame fell on him.

The heads of the immortal sects all blamed Mo Xiao for the mistakes. Murong Changfeng also shifted the blame onto Mo Xiao, only criticizing the others for causing trouble at Mount Shu, and promising that Mount Shu would punish Mo Xiao accordingly. The heads of the sects agreed with Murong Changfeng's words, and Yuan Beichen had no way to refute it.

At that moment, Mo Xiao, dragging his injured body, arrived and expressed his willingness to bear all the blame, vowing to perform the spirit-sending ritual using only his physical body, without any immortal arts. Feng Lixue woke up to find Chong Guang right in front of her and realized that he had not removed the demonic energy from her body. She placed all her resentment onto Chong Guang and questioned him as to why he treated her like this.

Chong Guang, however, believed that hatred could reshape a person, just as love could destroy one. Just as he had reshaped Feng Lixue once before, he did not mind reshaping her again now. Xuan Qing felt that Mo Xiao’s body was too weak to perform the spirit-sending ritual physically. But Mo Xiao believed that if doing so could dispel everyone's resentment and unite the sects, he would not care about anything else.

Yuan Beichen asked Mo Xiao if he did not feel wronged by being slandered, but Mo Xiao stated that if it could crush Chong Guang's schemes, he would gladly die a thousand deaths. Chong Guang activated three demonic stones to absorb energy. At the same time, Feng Lixue sought out Zi Ying to discuss a deal.

Feng Lixue offered the Ice Qing Fu within her body as bargaining chips and understood that Zi Ying most wished for her death, so that she could replace her as the most important person to Chong Guang. Zi Ying expressed distrust toward Feng Lixue. In response, Feng Lixue placed a dagger in Zi Ying’s hand and guided her to stab herself in the chest.

Just as Zi Ying was feeling triumphant, Chong Guang suddenly arrived, saw Zi Ying trying to kill Feng Lixue, and struck Zi Ying with a palm, severely injuring her. However, Chong Guang did not even spare Zi Ying a glance and took Feng Lixue away with him. Chong Guang tried to save Feng Lixue with his own cultivation. Chang Ming reminded him that doing so would cost him the chance to acquire Wushuang’s demonic power.

However, Chong Guang ignored him and infused Feng Lixue’s body with the supreme demonic power of the three sacred stones, willing to destroy his long-cherished dream just to save Feng Lixue. Seeing that Feng Lixue was out of danger, Chong Guang asked Chang Ming to send her back to rest while he himself went into seclusion to cultivate. Xuyuan Yunchao reported to Wushuang that her brother might be Xie Lingyun.

However, Xie Lingyun did not have the Heavenly Demon Mark on his body, and his personality was far from what Wushuang had expected. Wushuang ordered Xuyuan Yunchao to continue investigating. If it turned out to be true, then Xie Lingyun would have only one identity: the bloodline of Night Abyss. Chong Guang, after secluding himself and cultivating the three demonic stones, finally obtained the Thousand Years Token.

Meanwhile, Mo Xiao at Mount Shu was preparing to perform the spirit-sending ritual for the departed souls. Everyone had already arrived, but Mo Xiao was late. The others criticized him for being irresponsible, but Xie Lingyun thought Mo Xiao had it too hard, and his body was too weak. Xie Lingyun had drugged Mo Xiao's tea the previous day to prevent him from coming, intending to replace him in the spirit-sending ritual.

At that moment, however, Mo Xiao suddenly appeared, and a faint, almost unnoticeable smile appeared at the corner of Murong Changfeng's mouth. Mo Xiao flew to the center of the altar and sat down, activating the spirit-sending formation. The souls flew about unwillingly, blaming Mo Xiao for causing their deaths and questioning why he betrayed them. During this time, Lu Jianchuan quietly left while everyone was distracted.

Murong Jing also left immediately after him, and Murong Changfeng, standing below the altar, noticed it. Lu Jianchuan went to an isolated place to manipulate the spirits to attack Mo Xiao. Mo Xiao struggled against the spirits tearing at him, and the demonic nature within his body began to spread. Lu Jianchuan released even more demonic energy into Mo Xiao’s body.

Mo Xiao’s eyes glowed red as he stared at everyone, a sinister smile curling at his lips, terrifying everyone present. Suddenly, Mo Xiao recalled the words of Sword Sovereign Feng Yue, reminding him that no matter where he was, as long as his heart remained righteous, he would be righteous. For a moment, Mo Xiao lost focus and cried out for his master. However, he soon lost control again and burst into maniacal laughter.

Murong Jing saw Lu Jianchuan sitting there and went over to confront him. Lu Jianchuan fled in panic, leaving behind a Soul Crossing Spell on the ground. Xuan Qing and Yuan Beichen noticed Mo Xiao's abnormal state and flew over to take him away. Murong Changfeng and Xie Tianjun hurriedly calmed the crowd, urging them not to act rashly. Murong Jing remembered having seen the Soul Crossing Spell before in her father's room.

At that time, her father had explained that the spell was meant to dispel evil spirits and that those with low spiritual power should not look at it. The sects accused Yuan Beichen of shielding Mo Xiao and collectively put pressure on him. Murong Changfeng was also dissatisfied with Mo Xiao’s behavior.

However, Xuan Qing stood up to defend Mo Xiao, arguing that since Mo Xiao had absorbed demonic energy while purifying it from others, it was natural for some to leak out. But the others remained unconvinced. Murong Changfeng had to step forward to urge everyone not to cause chaos and proposed using the Demon Subduing Palace’s methods to test whether Mo Xiao was truly demonic.

Xuan Qing argued that the Demon Subduing Palace was built to deal with monsters and demons and should not be used on Mo Xiao. Seeing the argument escalate, Yuan Beichen agreed to let Mo Xiao go to the Demon Subduing Palace. Feng Lixue awoke dressed in bridal attire but looked vacant and dazed. Chong Guang was furious and questioned Chang Ming about what he had done.

Fearing that Feng Lixue might harm Chong Guang, Chang Ming had placed a Puppet Spell on her. Chong Guang understood Chang Ming’s loyalty, but warned that he would not forgive anyone who harmed Feng Lixue. Chang Ming accepted the punishment and offered to hand over the Ice Qing Fu and go to the Demon Prison to atone for his sins. However, Chong Guang ignored his request and warned him that if it happened again, he would take his life.

Chong Guang then brought Feng Lixue before everyone, announcing that she would soon become the Empress of the Demonic Realm. He also declared that the Thousand Years Token had reappeared in the world and that he would let everyone witness the grand ceremony of Feng Lixue’s coronation.

Chong Guang brought Feng Lixue, dressed in splendid attire, to the highest point of the Abyss of the Demon Lords and announced that Feng Lixue was about to become the Queen of the Demon Lords. At the same time, he had Chang Ming present the Thousand Years Token. At first, Xuyuan Wushuang was a little shocked, but when she saw Chong Guang fail multiple times to command the Demon Soldiers, she finally let out a relieved laugh.

Standing beside him, Feng Lixue also muttered the word "failed" with a blank expression. Chong Guang admitted it was a bit awkward, but he said the best way to dissolve the awkwardness was to find a way to activate the Thousand Years Token, a method he already had in mind. Afterward, Chong Guang went into the Abyss of the Demon Lords to find Tu Shuo, who had been imprisoned there years ago for opposing Chong Guang's succession as the supreme ruler.

The demonic spirits released by Tu Shuo could not harm Chong Guang. Chong Guang learned from Tu Shuo that it was all part of Yeyan's plan. Years ago, after Yeyan's plan failed, he heard a baby's cry at the foot of Buzhou Mountain, realizing his child had been born. Thus, Yeyan handed the asura clan over to Chong Guang, hoping he would use his power to reconstruct the Thousand Years Token.

However, only Yeyan's biological son could truly summon the Demon Army, meaning Chong Guang would have to work for someone else to achieve his ambition. Chong Guang had already guessed that the child of Yeyan was Mo Xiao. As Mo Xiao’s demonic nature flared up, Xuan Zhen also realized his identity, and Yuan Beichen could no longer hide the truth. Xuyuan Yunchao also deduced that Mo Xiao was Yeyan's son.

He reasoned that among those present when the Demon-Dispelling Array was activated, it wasn't only Xie Lingyun but also Mo Xiao. This time, Chong Guang failed to activate it precisely because Mo Xiao was absent. Chong Guang played the zither for Feng Lixue, but she recalled her memories with Mo Xiao, causing an emotional reaction. When Chang Ming reported that Mo Xiao was about to enter the Suppressing Demon Palace, Feng Lixue became even more agitated.

Chong Guang hurriedly held her protectively. Mo Xiao had long doubted his own identity and why he harbored so much demonic energy. Although Yuan Beichen had explained that he was only wounded by demonic energy, Mo Xiao remained suspicious. After regaining his senses, Mo Xiao knelt before Yuan Beichen, deeply remorseful. Yuan Beichen reminded him to remember the master's dying wish: to stay true to his heart.

Whether Mo Xiao could survive the Suppressing Demon Palace would depend on the firmness of his heart. Yuan Beichen instructed Xuan Zhen that no matter what happened, she must prioritize protecting herself and not intervene for Mo Xiao, because whether or not he was of demonic blood, Mo Xiao could not be allowed to fall. Mo Xiao arrived outside the Suppressing Demon Palace, with everyone waiting outside. After bowing to Yuan Beichen, he entered.

Everyone respectfully stated they would wait for his return. Meanwhile, Xuyuan Wushuang and Chong Guang also came to the Suppressing Demon Palace with Feng Lixue and Xuyuan Yunchao. Xuyuan Wushuang blamed Chong Guang for keeping secrets from her for years. Chong Guang said he could help rescue Mo Xiao, but Xuyuan Wushuang insisted on saving her son herself. Inside the Suppressing Demon Palace, Mo Xiao suddenly opened his eyes and declared that such an array could not trap him.

He fiercely attacked the array. Fengyue appeared before him again, reminding him that as long as his heart was righteous, he had nothing to fear. Mo Xiao once more began refining the demonic energy within him. Outside, everyone was growing increasingly anxious. Suddenly, a mass of black mist emerged from the palace, and Mo Xiao appeared. Everyone rejoiced, thinking he had overcome it. But on closer look, a glowing mark appeared on Mo Xiao's forehead.

Lu Jianchuan immediately accused Mo Xiao of becoming a demon and attacked first but was struck down instead. At that moment, Xuyuan Wushuang flew over, recognizing the mark as the Heaven Demon Seal—it was indeed her son. Murong Changfeng immediately ordered Mo Xiao’s capture. To protect her son, Xuyuan Wushuang fought the disciples of Shushan with all her might. Murong Changfeng drew his sword against her.

Mo Xiao, unwilling to believe he was a demon, roared in anger but suddenly soared into the sky. Yuan Beichen grabbed Mo Xiao’s foot, urging him to remember that he was the heir of the Sword Sovereign. However, Chong Guang coaxed Yuan Beichen to stop pretending—Mo Xiao was indeed the descendant of the demon. Mo Xiao roared again, shaking off Yuan Beichen. Yuan Beichen shouted desperately for Mo Xiao to resist his demonic transformation.

Mo Xiao tried to suppress the demonic energy using the Fengyue Sword. Chong Guang ordered Feng Lixue to seize the sword. Distracted by his fear of hurting Feng Lixue, Mo Xiao was caught off guard. Chong Guang and Feng Lixue snatched the Fengyue Sword together. Murong Changfeng tried to continue the pursuit, but Mo Xiao, fearing he would harm the Shushan disciples, fled. Murong Changfeng pursued relentlessly.

Yuan Beichen hoped Xuan Zhen would protect Mo Xiao, but Xuan Zhen was focused only on Yuan Beichen’s safety. Meanwhile, Lu Jianchuan, who led others in chasing Mo Xiao, had already succumbed to his own demonic nature. When his fellow disciples noticed, Lu Jianchuan, afraid of being exposed, killed them all. Mo Xiao, enraged, seized Lu Jianchuan by the neck, accusing him of murdering his comrades.

Xie Lingyun and others arrived and, seeing this scene, mistakenly believed that Mo Xiao had killed his fellow disciples. Murong Changfeng ordered the formation to execute Mo Xiao. A golden light shot toward Mo Xiao, but Xie Lingyun broke through the sword formation and stabbed Mo Xiao in the chest. Mo Xiao, bleeding from his mouth, could not believe that Xie Lingyun had attacked him. Memories of their past flooded his mind.

Heartbroken, he saw Xie Lingyun in tears, believing Mo Xiao had turned into a demon and could not stand by while Mo Xiao slaughtered his comrades. Mo Xiao tried to explain that he had not killed them.

Xie Lingyun pushed Mo Xiao into the bottomless abyss, severing their brotherly bond. Mo Xiao grieved that being a demon was not his choice, yet in the end, he met such a tragic fate. As Xie Lingyun watched Mo Xiao's body slowly fall, he couldn't help but cry out his name loudly, then fainted from overwhelming sorrow.

Wushuang walked to the edge of the cliff and called out for Mo Xiao, while Xuyuan Yunchao, afraid that Wushuang might fall, hurriedly pulled her back. Feng Lixue stood there with a look of sadness, helplessness, and numbness. Chong Guang quickly took her away, but Feng Lixue, overcome with emotion, kept shouting to save him.

Normally, those who were under the puppet curse would have no independent thought and would completely obey orders, but no matter how Chong Guang called Feng Lixue, she did not respond. Helplessly, Chong Guang had no choice but to knock her out, worried that the puppet curse might have been broken. He then instructed Chang Ming to assign someone specifically to look after Feng Lixue, warning that no mistakes were allowed.

Murong Changfeng led the disciples of Mount Shu to question Yuan Beichen for protecting Mo Xiao, a member of the asura clan, and demanded that Yuan Beichen hand over the sect leader's token. Yuan Beichen denied having the token. In fact, Murong Changfeng had already searched for the token but couldn't find it, so he came to confront Yuan Beichen.

Yuan Beichen reminded Murong Changfeng that he could become the acting sect leader, but without the token, he could only be a substitute. Xuan Qing, preparing to leave, was questioned by Murong Changfeng about the token. Xuan Qing coldly replied that Baicao Sect had always stayed out of disputes, and now he did not care who the sect leader was. Yuan Beichen voluntarily went to the Discipline Hall to accept punishment.

Murong Ce and Murong Jing never imagined that Mount Shu would fall into such chaos. Xie Lingyun remained unconscious, and internal disorder plagued the sect. Murong Ce comforted Murong Jing, saying that at this moment, they should focus on doing their duties well without making mistakes. On her way back, Murong Jing accidentally overheard a conversation between Murong Changfeng and Lu Jianchuan.

She learned that Lu Jianchuan had been tainted by demonic energy and had used the Soul Transfer Curse to infuse Mo Xiao with it, causing Mo Xiao's demonic nature to erupt in front of everyone. It was also Lu Jianchuan who, after witnessing Mo Xiao's eruption, killed fellow disciples and framed Mo Xiao, leading to the falling out between Xie Lingyun and Mo Xiao. Murong Changfeng warned Lu Jianchuan that this must not happen again.

Unable to bear it, Murong Jing burst in to question Lu Jianchuan, but Murong Changfeng stopped her. Murong Jing felt deep disappointment in Murong Changfeng's actions and hoped he could return to being the kind and gentle father she once knew. But Murong Changfeng insisted he had not changed and that everything he did was to protect Murong Ce and Murong Jing.

He believed he was Sword Sovereign's most outstanding disciple and resented that the position was passed to a member of the asura clan. He thought only he and Murong Ce could lead Mount Shu to greatness. Murong Changfeng urged Murong Jing to be a good heir to the Fengyu Sect and to fulfill her role as his daughter, promising to protect her for life. Furious, Murong Jing flung her sleeve and left.

Murong Changfeng, heartbroken by the misunderstanding, shed two lines of tears. Xuan Qing fed Yuan Beichen a pill. Yuan Beichen understood that Murong Changfeng’s actions were the result of long-suppressed anger, but he would never compromise. Xuan Qing worried that Murong Changfeng would torment Yuan Beichen and also had some doubts about Mo Xiao, fearing that he might not be reformed. However, Murong Changfeng and Sword Sovereign had spent eighteen years trying to reform Mo Xiao.

At this point, Yuan Beichen could only choose to believe in Mo Xiao and believe that he would one day fulfill his mission. Yuan Beichen reminded Xuan Qing that until Mo Xiao completed his mission, not a single word could be revealed, and he must wait for news about Mo Xiao. Murong Jing held Xie Lingyun's hand and wept. She did not know what to do.

With Xie Lingyun unconscious and her father's actions weighing on her, she was at a loss—wanting to expose the truth but unable to bear hurting her father. Lu Jianchuan, wearing the Daoist robe of Wentian Sect’s head, visited Yuan Beichen in prison. He accused Yuan Beichen of favoring Mo Xiao and boasted that he would become the next sect leader of Mount Shu, having already become the head of Wentian Sect.

Yuan Beichen was shocked by Lu Jianchuan’s ambition, but Lu Jianchuan believed that his master had never cared for him, only ever favoring Mo Xiao. Suddenly, the demonic poison within Lu Jianchuan flared up. He admitted that he had used the Soul Transfer Curse to harm Mo Xiao. Yuan Beichen guessed that someone had been secretly helping Lu Jianchuan and questioned when Lu Jianchuan had become possessed by inner demons.

Lu Jianchuan could not remember exactly when, but he knew that ever since Mo Xiao appeared and became the young sect leader, he began to resent Yuan Beichen. Yuan Beichen was even more disappointed in him, while Lu Jianchuan insisted that Yuan Beichen had never placed any hopes in him, and thus could not be disappointed.

Yuan Beichen recounted how, years ago, Lu Jianchuan’s mother, pursued by enemies, had knelt step by step all the way to Mount Shu to protect her son. Although there was no destined bond of master and disciple between Yuan Beichen and Lu Jianchuan, seeing the mother’s devotion, Yuan Beichen had made an exception and accepted him as a disciple.

Because Lu Jianchuan, traumatized by his family’s tragedy, had a violent temperament from childhood, Yuan Beichen only taught him some calming techniques, hoping he could live peacefully. However, Lu Jianchuan misunderstood this as Yuan Beichen’s dislike and lack of sincere teaching. Fengyu Sect had been tracking Mo Xiao’s aura, but it disappeared at Lishui River. Thus, Lu Jianchuan speculated that the Thousand Years Token was not on Mo Xiao and demanded that Yuan Beichen hand over the token.

Yuan Beichen agreed but insisted that it be handed over in front of all sect leaders, to which Lu Jianchuan readily agreed, wishing for as many witnesses as possible. When everyone gathered in the main hall, Yuan Beichen deliberately proposed to hand the token solely to Lu Jianchuan.

Lu Jianchuan, thinking Yuan Beichen still cherished their master-disciple bond, happily went forward to accept it and even promised that when Yuan Beichen faced the sword formation punishment, he would try to lessen his suffering. However, Yuan Beichen suddenly grabbed Lu Jianchuan’s hand and used his technique to force out Lu Jianchuan’s demonic aura, pressing him to reveal who was behind the scenes and who had given him the Soul Transfer Curse.

Lu Jianchuan begged Murong Changfeng to save him, but Murong Changfeng, fearing that Lu Jianchuan would expose him, killed him on the spot. Using Lu Jianchuan’s corruption as an excuse, Murong Changfeng arrested everyone from Wentian Sect, including Yuan Beichen. Yuan Beichen questioned Murong Changfeng as to why the Soul Transfer Curse he had been safeguarding ended up in Lu Jianchuan’s hands, accusing him of being the one behind it.

Murong Changfeng turned the accusation around, claiming they had broken in and stolen it. Yuan Beichen gave a bitter smile and, willing to atone for his failure to judge character, vowed to gouge out his eyes, destroy his spiritual core, and die to apologize to Mount Shu. However, he requested that Xuan Qing keep his eyes, so that even after death, he could see whether Mount Shu would fall to the demonic path or remain righteous.

After saying this, Yuan Beichen gouged out his own eyes, shattered his spirit core, and died on the spot in front of everyone. Xuan Qing, weeping bitterly, guarded Yuan Beichen’s corpse, his gaze falling on the two eyeballs in his palm. Murong Changfeng was utterly shocked by this. Meanwhile, Mo Xiao floated in the water and was discovered by two boatmen who thought he was dead. They, along with the villagers, decided to give Mo Xiao a water burial.

Just as they were about to proceed, a glow suddenly emitted from Mo Xiao's forehead, leading the villagers to believe it was the power of an evil spirit. At that moment, Shi Bujio arrived, declaring that Mo Xiao was not dead and criticizing them for attempting a water burial. He took Mo Xiao away for treatment.

Shi Bujiu revived Mo Xiao and realized that Mo Xiao had not actually died—he simply refused to wake up. Shi Bujiu cleared the resentment and turbid energy within Mo Xiao's body, allowing him to awaken. Shi Bujiu had long heard about the events at Mount Shu, which led him to search everywhere for Mo Xiao. He sealed Mo Xiao's spiritual and demonic energy so that no one could locate him. Now, no one could find Mo Xiao anymore.

Shi Bujiu demanded that Mo Xiao stay in the fishing village to recover, reassuring him that those people would not come after him here. However, Mo Xiao wept, recalling everything that had happened. After cultivating for eighteen years, he had discovered he was of demonic blood. He even wanted to kill himself, but unexpectedly, Shi Bujiu had saved him. Mo Xiao opened the door and saw the villagers standing outside, all wearing fearful expressions.

Mo Xiao gave a bitter smile, never having imagined that people could fear him so much. He walked into the crowd, asking them to beat him or kill him, promising that if they killed him, they would obtain cultivation techniques, and he would not fight back. Mo Xiao loudly declared that he was the son of the demon lord, seeking death with all his heart. Among the crowd, the clan leader struck Mo Xiao with a palm, sending him flying.

Mo Xiao spat blood and collapsed to the ground. An old Daoist approached him, but Mo Xiao still looked half-dead. The clan leader raised his cane to strike again but was stopped by Shi Bujiu. Shi Bujiu reproached the Little Hammer Clan Leader, saying he should not have struck Mo Xiao and demanded compensation. Shi Bujiu was originally the Elder Wuxin here.

The Little Hammer Clan Leader believed Mo Xiao carried demonic energy and that the fishing village could not keep him. He ordered that Mo Xiao be thrown into the Lishui River. Enraged, Shi Bujiu stomped his feet and scolded the Little Hammer Clan Leader for abandoning someone in need.

Shi Bujiu reminded him that he had once protected him when he was being chased, enabling him to become the clan leader today, but the Little Hammer Clan Leader turned a deaf ear. After hearing about the son of Night Abyss, the Four Great Sect Masters came together to see Chong Guang. The Seven Caves and Nine Netherworlds had received a letter from Xuyuan Wushuang asking them to help find Mo Xiao.

Everyone gathered to ask Chong Guang whether they should search for him. Chong Guang publicly stated that Mo Xiao should indeed be brought back. Someone reminded Chong Guang that if Mo Xiao returned, his position would be threatened and suggested that Chong Guang activate the Heavenly Demon Token so he would remain their lord.

Chong Guang understood their real intention—although they seemed to seek advice, they had already made up their minds: whoever could activate the Heavenly Demon Token would become the sovereign. Chong Guang reminded everyone that Mo Xiao was the disciple of the Sword Sovereign of Wind and Moon. Though Mo Xiao could activate the Heavenly Demon Token, it did not mean he would lead them to seize the Thousand Years Token.

Chong Guang showed everyone a scene in the dark mirror where he once captured the Thousand Years Token, reminding them that only he could seize it. Immediately, everyone bowed and pledged loyalty to Chong Guang. Xuyuan Yunchao came to find Feng Lixue, revealing that Mo Xiao was the true son of Night Abyss. He was unsure if Mo Xiao would come upon hearing about Feng Lixue’s wedding, but Feng Lixue remained expressionless.

At that moment, Chong Guang arrived, remarking that Xuyuan Yunchao should be at home accompanying Wushuang instead of visiting Feng Lixue. He also told Xuyuan Yunchao that he had already announced his wedding to Feng Lixue to the entire world. If Mo Xiao was still alive, he would surely return; this was his ploy to lure Mo Xiao back.

After Xuyuan Yunchao left, Chong Guang noticed that Feng Lixue’s hand, which was pouring water, had not stopped, and the water had overflowed. Chong Guang gently held Feng Lixue’s hand and placed the Wind Moon Sword before her, entrusting her to keep it safe until Mo Xiao returned so that they could return the sword to him together. Shi Bujiu rescued Mo Xiao from the river again and scolded the Little Hammer Clan Leader once more.

The Little Hammer Clan Leader persuaded Shi Bujiu and Mo Xiao to stay and see how the villagers struggled to survive. Mo Xiao walked through the fishing village, watching everyone work together daily to transport stones. Due to the undercurrents in the Lishui River, the Little Hammer Clan Leader feared that one day the village might be submerged. As descendants of the Nuwa Clan, they had to plan ahead.

Several men were hauling a giant rock upward when a child came below to deliver water to his father. Suddenly, the rope snapped, and the giant rock fell. Everyone panicked, but the Little Hammer Clan Leader remained calm, believing that Mo Xiao would save the child—and sure enough, Mo Xiao intercepted the rock and rescued the child.

The Little Hammer Clan Leader deliberately made Mo Xiao do hard labor in the village, believing that physical hardship was far better than suffering of the heart. Mo Xiao worked alongside everyone but sat alone during meals. By accident, he overheard the villagers discussing Chong Guang and Feng Lixue’s wedding. Upon hearing this, Mo Xiao quickly left. Feng Lixue, dressed in the crimson robes of the Empress Consort, appeared before Mo Xiao.

Mo Xiao, with Feng Lixue by his side, stood atop the Grand Hall of the Heavenly Demon Clan, ordering three days of celebratory drinking to honor the demon lord’s wedding. Wushuang could not sleep through the night, knowing that Chong Guang’s wedding was merely a trap to lure Mo Xiao back. She resolved to wait for Mo Xiao’s return. Chong Guang suddenly asked Feng Lixue whether she was happy at that moment. Feng Lixue remained expressionless.

Chong Guang, excited, gripped Feng Lixue’s hand and asked again loudly, causing the dancers to stop and look at them. Chong Guang begged Feng Lixue to wake up and speak to him. It was the happiest night of his life, but Feng Lixue remained dazed. Chong Guang did not want Feng Lixue to become his puppet; he wanted her to be his beloved.

Seeing her remain unresponsive, he tried to force a kiss on Feng Lixue, but the backlash caused a sharp pain in his chest. Even so, Chong Guang still pursued his dream of happiness. He believed that once the Iceclear Silkworm merged and he harnessed the power of the Three Sacred Stones, he could overcome the backlash. Yet the pain tormented Chong Guang greatly. Meanwhile, Mo Xiao floated lanterns on the river, recalling his joyful days with Feng Lixue.

The intense pain in his wrist reminded him that he was also the Sect Leader of Mount Shu. When Shi Bujiu realized Mo Xiao had disappeared, he searched all night. Eventually, he found Mo Xiao passed out by the riverside. Shi Bujiu revived him again and noticed that Mo Xiao had been crying. Thinking that Mo Xiao had learned of Yuan Beichen’s death, Shi Bujiu consoled him, saying that the dead could not return.

Upon hearing about Yuan Beichen’s death, Mo Xiao was shocked. He learned that the new Sect Leader was Murong Jing’s elder brother, Murong Changfeng, who intended to throw Yuan Beichen’s corpse into Ghost Soul Valley and demanded all disciples of Mount Shu to stand vigil there. Mo Xiao flew off at once.

Xie Tianjun wanted to seek justice for Yuan Beichen from Murong Changfeng, but Xuan Zhen opposed him, telling Xie Tianjun that Yuan Beichen had forbidden them from standing up for him.

Xie Tianjun questioned Xuan Qing about whether he was hiding something, but Xuan Qing didn’t reveal the truth. He only asked Xie Tianjun not to probe further and to simply follow Yuan Beichen’s arrangements. Upon learning that Yuan Beichen had died and was to be thrown into Youhun Valley for burial, Mo Xiao rushed back to Shushan without hesitation. Xiaolangtou reminded Mo Xiao not to mention anything about the fishing village once he returned.

After kneeling in respect, Mo Xiao departed. On his way back, Mo Xiao overheard people’s discussions. They all believed Murong Changfeng was the good one, and that both Mo Xiao and Yuan Beichen were demons. It was only right for the master and disciple to be expelled. Even the disciples of Luntian Sect blamed Mo Xiao for everything, saying that if not for him, the sect wouldn’t have been sealed.

Mo Xiao suddenly appeared behind them and carried away Yuan Beichen’s body, insisting on burying him in the Sea of Rebirth. Murong Changfeng had already anticipated that Mo Xiao wasn’t dead. Watching Mo Xiao carry Yuan Beichen’s body, he reproached him, saying that although Mo Xiao hadn’t committed evil, being born the demon lord’s son was already a sin. Yuan Beichen was also wrong for taking him in, so they both had to bear the consequences.

Murong Changfeng demanded that Mo Xiao hand over the Sect Leader Token, and only then would he allow a funeral for Yuan Beichen at Luntian Sect, with the body sent to the Sea of Rebirth. However, after burying Yuan Beichen, Mo Xiao did not hand over the Sect Leader Token. He said that since his master wouldn’t have done so, neither would he.

Enraged, Murong Changfeng tried to kill Mo Xiao, but then realized Mo Xiao had no spiritual presence—his powers had been sealed. He had returned to Shushan with the body of a mortal. Murong Changfeng felt even less threatened and tried to kill him publicly, but Xiaolangtou’s water dragon saved Mo Xiao just in time. Wushuang had been anxiously waiting for news about Mo Xiao, fearing that he might already be dead.

At that moment, Xuyuan Yunchao, who had been out gathering information, returned and reported that Mo Xiao was still alive. He had also received a message from Xuan Qing requesting a meeting and had passed on Yuan Beichen’s final instructions. Inside the package was something meant for Mo Xiao. Wushuang deduced that Mo Xiao was likely in the winged clan village by the Lishui River.

She promised to deliver the items to him, as she was originally the winged clan’s saintess. Back then, she had fallen in love with Yeyan and fled with him, giving birth to Mo Xiao—who was, in fact, the grandson of the clan leader. After returning, Xuyuan Yunchao accompanied Wushuang to the fishing village by the Lishui River. Upon hearing the news, Chong Guang ordered Changming to follow them in secret but not to interfere unless absolutely necessary.

Changming also informed Chong Guang that Feng Lixue was no longer on Mount Suyu, shocking him. When Mo Xiao regained consciousness, he found Shi Bujiu standing in front of him. Before they could speak much, Murong Changfeng arrived with people from Shushan. Knowing Murong Changfeng came with ill intentions, Xiaolangtou urged Shi Bujiu to take Mo Xiao and the villagers into hiding. Anticipating such a day, he had already arranged for the village to be rebuilt in advance.

Mo Xiao didn’t want to leave, but Shi Bujiu forced him to go. Xiaolangtou was no match for Murong Changfeng in battle, but Wushuang and Xuyuan Yunchao arrived just in time and defeated Murong Changfeng. Xiaolangtou was injured in the process. Upon waking, he blamed Wushuang for risking everyone’s safety due to her personal emotions. Now that he had also endangered the villagers to save Mo Xiao, he hoped Wushuang would take Mo Xiao and never return.

All the while, Feng Lixue had been silently observing from the shadows. Wushuang came to visit Mo Xiao. When he awoke from his coma and saw Wushuang, his heart was filled with resentment. He believed Yuan Beichen’s death and the villagers’ suffering were all because he was the son of the demon lord.

Mo Xiao believed that being born a demon child was an original sin. Xuyuan Wushuang felt guilty and didn’t know how to explain, so she simply handed over the items that Xuan Zhen had entrusted her to give to Mo Xiao. Xuan Zhen believed that in this world, the only one who could both protect and believe in Mo Xiao was his mother.

Wushuang originally wanted to leave the room, afraid of seeing what was inside the bundle, but Mo Xiao felt that since Xuan Zhen had passed the items to Wushuang, there was nothing to hide. Inside the bundle, besides the Sect Leader’s Token, were also Yuan Beichen’s two eyeballs. Upon seeing this, Mo Xiao immediately knelt down, understanding that there must be something his master wanted to convey.

Yuan Beichen had told Mo Xiao about what he witnessed during the great war between immortals and demons. Ye Yuan had heard the cry of a baby and knew that Wushuang had given birth. At that time, the Heaven Demon Token had already been destroyed by Feng Yue and divided into three parts. The Desire Demon Stone was entrusted to Chong Guang, along with leadership over the demon clan.

Chong Guang would inevitably start the immortal-demon war, and the only one who could bring peace was Mo Xiao. Wushuang tearfully watched the entire account unfold, but didn’t know how to comfort Mo Xiao. She could only turn and leave, leaving Mo Xiao to sit alone in silence, tears streaming as he gazed at Yuan Beichen’s eyes. Wushuang went alone to see Shi Bujiu and Xuyuan Yunchao.

When Shi Bujiu didn’t hear any crying from inside the room, he assumed Mo Xiao refused to recognize Wushuang as his mother and wanted to check on him. Wushuang stopped Shi Bujiu, hoping Mo Xiao could have some quiet. Whether Mo Xiao would return with her would depend on his own decision. Chong Guang realized Feng Lixue was missing and ordered people to search everywhere, but she was nowhere to be found.

Just as he was flying into a rage, Feng Lixue returned alone. Chong Guang anxiously asked about her whereabouts, but Feng Lixue walked off silently, completely ignoring him. Chong Guang clutched his chest in pain and instructed Chang Ming to deliver the medicinal wine he had prepared to Feng Lixue. That night, Chang Ming went alone to see Murong Changfeng, kneeling as he presented a bottle of potion. Murong Changfeng smiled with satisfaction. Mo Xiao decided to leave with Wushuang.

The villagers came to persuade them to stay. After finally seeing the saintess, they were reluctant to part. In public, Wushuang declared that from now on, she and Mo Xiao had no connection with the Xuyuan tribe. Everyone understood she did it to protect them and held deep respect for her. Wushuang turned to look at the clan leader’s room, kneeling with tears to bid farewell. Mo Xiao, seeing his mother’s actions, was visibly moved.

Shi Bujiu comforted Wushuang, constantly complaining about Xiao Langtou’s lack of sentiment, that he wouldn’t even come out to send off his daughter and grandson. But Wushuang didn’t blame her father—she understood his temperament. Then she left with Mo Xiao and Xuyuan Yunchao. Only after they had departed did Xiao Langtou step out to watch them go, silently waving goodbye. While brushing Feng Lixue’s hair, Chang Ming reported to Chong Guang that Wushuang and Mo Xiao had returned.

People from the Seven Caverns and Nine Abysses all said they wouldn’t meet with Mo Xiao, but Chong Guang insisted they must all go to greet him. He even wanted Feng Lixue to join, dressed in splendid ceremonial robes. Chang Ming anxiously waited for Feng Lixue to finish dressing, but she was deliberately stalling.

In truth, she had disguised herself and captured a messenger from the demon clan, instructing him to send orders to release the Four Great Sect Masters to go down the mountain and stop Mo Xiao from ascending Mount Suyu. Just before this, Chang Ming had delivered an order forbidding the release of the Four Sect Masters, causing confusion. But seeing how firm the messenger’s words were, they had no choice but to obey.

Feng Lixue then returned to finish dressing and followed Chang Ming to meet Chong Guang. Everyone waited at the foot of the mountain for Wushuang and Mo Xiao’s arrival. Chong Guang outwardly welcomed Mo Xiao and announced a grand ceremony would be held in his honor in a few days, but he clearly had ulterior motives. He even deliberately kissed the back of Feng Lixue’s hand in front of Mo Xiao, who acted as if he saw nothing.

Suddenly, the Four Sect Masters arrived and blocked Mo Xiao’s path up the mountain. Feng Lixue was the first to attack him, and the two eventually drifted away from the others and fought in a secluded spot. Unexpectedly, Feng Lixue handed the Feng Yue Sword to Mo Xiao, urging him to leave. She reminded him he was a disciple of the Sword Master of Feng Yue and should not be here.

Realizing something was wrong, Chong Guang rushed to the scene. Feng Lixue struck Mo Xiao deliberately with a palm, but Chong Guang still sensed that she had regained her consciousness. Feng Lixue admitted that she had already been awakened by the Feng Yue Sword in front of the Demon Subduing Hall on Mount Shu, but she had been pretending not to be conscious.

Chong Guang reminded her that she was now the Demon Empress, but Feng Lixue insisted that it was just a ceremonial title and nothing could change reality. Chong Guang was furious at her disregard. Feng Lixue went to see Mo Xiao, who had been depressed since his return, drowning himself in wine and music. She expressed her concern, but Mo Xiao simply bowed and formally addressed her as “Demon Empress. ” Seeing Mo Xiao’s hostility, Feng Lixue left.

Wushuang praised Mo Xiao for doing the right thing, since Feng Lixue was now Chong Guang’s consort, but Mo Xiao didn’t even want to talk to her and walked away. Wushuang felt heartbroken and blamed herself more for not protecting Mo Xiao. Though Mo Xiao appeared cold to Feng Lixue, he missed her deeply. His feelings for her only grew stronger, and because of that, the pain in his arm intensified. Yet he could only endure it alone in secret.

After Feng Lixue returned, Chong Guang could tell she had gone to see Mo Xiao. Dissatisfied that Feng Lixue degraded herself like that, Chong Guang voiced his displeasure, but Feng Lixue ignored him completely. Zi Feng and Zi Mu, upon hearing that Mo Xiao had arrived at Suyu Mountain, rushed there to find him. Fearing they might be mistaken as spies, they were in a dilemma when Murong Jing also arrived looking for Mo Xiao.

Murong Jing took the initiative to stop the patrolling soldiers and asked them to inform Mo Xiao that an old friend had come to see him. Mo Xiao stood alone in the main hall. Wushuang, feeling sorry for him, brought clothes to drape over him, but Mo Xiao refused. Wushuang knew Mo Xiao was troubled and advised him to make plans early and not live unhappily every day.

However, Mo Xiao said that he had come back of his own will, that everything had nothing to do with Wushuang, and asked her not to meddle in his affairs. Xuyuan Yunchao, seeing this, became angry at Mo Xiao’s attitude toward Wushuang. He believed that Wushuang had lost Mo Xiao for so many years and poured all her love into Xuyuan Yunchao, treating him as if he were Mo Xiao’s replacement.

Of all people, Mo Xiao should be the last one to resent her. Mo Xiao couldn’t be bothered to argue and walked out directly, only to run into Murong Jing and Zi Feng and Zi Mu outside the hall. Murong Jing pleaded with Mo Xiao to return and restore the former Shushan, but Mo Xiao unceremoniously drove the three of them away. Wushuang then came to Murong Jing and the others on her own.

Knowing they were Mo Xiao’s friends, she introduced herself and arranged for them to stay, even thoughtfully bringing them warm clothes and tending to all their daily needs. Worried that they might feel uneasy, Wushuang assured them that Yaoling Palace was a place even Chong Guang couldn’t enter without permission, and that there was no need to distinguish between immortals and demons here—they could stay with peace of mind. Only then did Murong Jing and the others settle down.

Mo Xiao secretly watched all of this from a distance. Later, Mo Xiao came to find Murong Jing and demanded they leave the mountain the next day. Murong Jing insisted on not returning to Shushan. She knew that Mo Xiao hadn’t killed any disciples of Shushan back then; the ones who truly changed weren’t Mo Xiao but those who wanted to expel him. If that was the Shushan of now, then she’d rather not return.

Murong Jing also realized that Mo Xiao had long known who gave the Soul Crossing Curse to Lu Jianchuan, but had kept silent out of fear of hurting her and Murong Ce. Murong Jing found Ji Xingluo’s magical artifact in Yuan Beichen’s room and showed it to Mo Xiao. Wushuang happened to come in and explained that Yuan Beichen and Ji Xingluo had once been in love and had planned to elope.

However, Yuan Beichen was summoned back to become sect leader and couldn't refuse the position, thus betraying Ji Xingluo. That magical artifact had been a token of love from Ji Xingluo to Yuan Beichen. Murong Jing then realized that Yuan Beichen had also been wrongly accused of colluding with the demon sect. Despite everything, Mo Xiao still coldly told Murong Jing and the others to leave the next day. Afterward, Murong Jing saw Wushuang waiting for her.

She expressed her gratitude to Wushuang, who was touched but said it was only natural to care for her son’s friends and there was no need to thank her. Then she took Mo Xiao to the ancestral hall, where not only Night Abyss’s memorial tablet was placed, but also those of Yuan Beichen and the Sword Immortal of Wind and Moon.

After losing Mo Xiao, she had continually prayed to Night Abyss to bring her son back or at least let her know if he was doing well. By the time she found him, Mo Xiao was already the leader of Shushan. Wushuang bore no resentment toward the Sword Immortal of Wind and Moon, knowing that with her own ability she could not protect Mo Xiao nor ensure his healthy growth.

That Mo Xiao had been raised to be such an exceptional person by Wind and Moon and Yuan Beichen filled her with gratitude. From then on, she set up their memorial tablets as a way to repay their kindness. Seeing everything his mother had done for him, Mo Xiao finally understood Wushuang’s pain and called her “Mother. ” Wushuang’s eyes filled with tears as she embraced Mo Xiao tightly, and the rift between mother and son dissolved.

From Zi Feng, Murong Jing learned that Mo Xiao had once instructed them to investigate Lu Jianchuan, likely already suspecting Murong Changfeng. Feeling uneasy, Murong Jing went out for a walk and inadvertently came upon Changming’s small courtyard. Inside, she discovered a Wind Whisper Bell and Rootless Flower from the Wind Whisper Sect. This led her to suspect that her father had colluded with Changming, and she immediately informed Mo Xiao, begging him to save Shushan.

Mo Xiao knelt before his master’s memorial and asked Wushuang if she had brought him back for a specific reason. Wushuang sincerely hoped Mo Xiao could become a wise leader like Night Abyss. Years ago, Night Abyss had led their people to settle here, unacknowledged by the Celestial Clan, yet he willingly sacrificed everything for the asura clan. He was a true hero.

It was only after meeting Chong Guang and seeking to obtain the Thousand Years Token that things changed. Therefore, Wushuang only felt hatred for Chong Guang. She hoped Mo Xiao would replace Chong Guang as the lord but didn’t want him to seize the Thousand Years Token. All she wished for was her son’s health and happiness. The next day, Mo Xiao still cruelly drove away Murong Jing and the others, knowing that someone was secretly watching his every move.

Suddenly, Wushuang rang the Demon Bell, summoning everyone to the main hall. She declared that Mo Xiao had returned, and as their son, he should assume the position of demon lord. Chong Guang agreed to exchange, saying that had been his promise to Night Abyss. But since Mo Xiao had been raised by the immortal sects, they couldn't be sure of his true allegiance.

Therefore, he demanded Mo Xiao prove his sincerity by seizing the Thousand Years Token and activating the Demon Token. If he could summon the demon army tomorrow, Chong Guang would hand over the title. Mo Xiao agreed. Wushuang felt uneasy, worried that if Mo Xiao truly sat on that throne, there would be no turning back. Murong Jing returned to Shushan but did not go up the mountain.

Instead, she arranged to meet Murong Ce and told him everything about Murong Changfeng. Murong Ce found it hard to believe and was reluctant to accept it, but agreed to investigate. Murong Jing also did not intend to return to the sect. After telling Murong Ce everything, she took Zi Feng and Zi Mu to Tielü Sect to guard over Xie Lingyun’s recovery.

Murong Ce told Murong Jing that until the matter was fully investigated, she must not speak of it. That night, Murong Ce saw Murong Changfeng leave the house and sneaked into his room to investigate. Though he found nothing unusual and began to think he might have misunderstood his father, he then heard the sound of a Wind Whisper Bell—something that should only exist in the Wind Whisper Hall—coming from the room. Opening the drawer, he indeed found the bell.

Ling Xiang went to the forest to meet Murong Changfeng, begging to see her younger brother before the war between immortals and demons broke out. She also congratulated Murong Changfeng on his plan nearing success. To her surprise, however, the man who turned around was not Murong Changfeng—but Murong Ce. Murong Ce then realized that Ling Xiang was actually his father’s shadow assassin.

Murong Ce pressed Lingxiang about what major event was about to happen, only then did Lingxiang realize that Murong Changfeng had kept it even from Murong Ce. On the other hand, Murong Changfeng met with Changming and was pleased that Chong Guang had found Mo Xiao, and that the Thousand Years Token was about to be activated. Murong Changfeng promised that once they obtained the token, he would let Changming reunite with her sister.

In the past, Ye Yuan had used the Blood Demon Pearl to revive Chong Guang. Murong Changfeng had arranged for Changming to stay by Chong Guang’s side and knew the weakness of the Blood Demon Pearl—removing it would destroy Chong Guang. However, Changming had developed feelings for Chong Guang and pleaded with Murong Changfeng to spare Chong Guang’s life. Murong Changfeng only laughed heartily without giving a clear response.

Before activating the Heaven Demon Order to head to Buzhou Mountain, Mo Xiao was visited by Wushuang, who came with worry. Mo Xiao had come to understand why Fengyue once brought a demon child home to raise and protect the Thousand Years Token. In truth, Fengyue had long seen clearly that regardless of being demon or immortal, what truly mattered was a righteous heart. What needed protecting was never the Thousand Years Token itself.

If the heart held no righteousness, even the Immortal Sect could become a den of demons. Wushuang wept, knowing that Mo Xiao only cared about the people of the world. After eighteen long years of finally finding him again, she feared something might happen to him.

Mo Xiao, moved by his mother's love, asked her to pass a message to Feng Lixue: if anything happened to him, she should tell Feng Lixue that on the Peach Blossom Riverbank, he had prepared a home for her where she could live out the rest of her life in peace. Feng Lixue, uneasy about Mo Xiao, disguised herself and approached him, suggesting they leave together.

Mo Xiao, pretending to be cold and distant, sarcastically accused Feng Lixue of being vain, implying she came to him only when Chong Guang’s position was threatened. Feng Lixue simply did not want Mo Xiao to continue down this path, fearing he would never return to righteousness. But Mo Xiao insisted he was born a demon and could never return to the right path. Feng Lixue proposed they live as an ordinary married couple, but Mo Xiao rejected her again.

Feng Lixue humbly begged him not to give up on himself or on Mount Shu. She knew Mo Xiao bore the burden of the world, and to her, he was a shining light illuminating the snowy mountains. Mo Xiao was deeply moved by her love, but the pain from the Heart-Guarding Sand returned. Gritting his teeth, he drove Feng Lixue away. Feng Lixue returned in despair, only to find Chong Guang already waiting for her in the main hall.

He knew she had gone to Yaoling Palace and advised Wushuang to accept reality. Now that Mo Xiao was Fengyue's successor and Ye Yuan’s bloodline, no one could stop him from obtaining the Thousand Years Token. Chong Guang firmly believed that with Mo Xiao’s help, he would certainly get it. The next day, under Chong Guang’s order, Mo Xiao prepared to activate the Heaven Demon Order and summon an army of one hundred thousand demons.

But Feng Lixue suddenly seized the order and leapt toward the Abyss of Heavenly Demons, intending to have her body torn apart by all spirits. That way, the Heaven Demon Order would vanish, making the Thousand Years Token impossible to obtain. Feng Lixue looked at Mo Xiao and said she would make the choice for him. Chong Guang clutched his chest in pain as he watched her fall. Mo Xiao leaped in after her without hesitation.

Wushuang screamed Mo Xiao’s name and tried to jump after him, but was held tightly by Xuyuan Yunchao. Feng Lixue smiled as she sank—this time, it was finally her turn to help Mo Xiao. Mo Xiao flew downward, calling her name. Though Chong Guang was suffering from backlash, he ignored his pain and ordered Changming to save Feng Lixue.

Right Protector Tu Shuo saved both Feng Lixue and Mo Xiao and brought them to his cave, where he had long awaited Mo Xiao’s return. Though Feng Lixue was saved, she had absorbed the power of the Three Sacred Stones and remained unconscious. Tu Shuo suggested transferring the stone’s power into Mo Xiao, though it would cause great pain as it clashed with his mixed immortal-demon essence. Mo Xiao willingly endured the suffering to save Feng Lixue.

In the Void Realm, Mo Xiao seemed to see another, demonized version of himself. The demonized Mo Xiao blamed him for suppressing his demonic power. But Mo Xiao insisted he would never betray the Sword Master. As the two forces clashed within him, the demon voice repeatedly told Mo Xiao he was meant to be a demon. In a fierce battle in the Void Realm, Mo Xiao was struck down.

Suddenly, he saw Fengyue’s figure and blamed him for not killing him when he had the chance—if he had died then, he wouldn’t be suffering now. Fengyue reminded Mo Xiao of his teachings: as long as he guarded his heart and righteousness, he would never be a demon. Yuan Beichen also appeared beside Mo Xiao. The Heart-Guarding Sand he planted was meant to constantly test Mo Xiao’s heart.

He hoped Mo Xiao would trust his own conscience—if his heart was righteous, he could subdue demons and uphold justice. But Mo Xiao, lost, didn’t know how to do that, begging his master for guidance. Yuan Beichen vanished without answering. Seeing Mo Xiao on the brink of losing control, Tu Shuo used his cultivation to stabilize Mo Xiao’s mind. He told him that although demons and immortals walked different paths, they ultimately sought the same end.

But it was Chong Guang’s appearance that sparked greed, leading Ye Yuan astray. Now, it was time to return everything to its rightful course. Mo Xiao came to understand everything. With a single move, he vanquished the demon in his heart. Upon awakening, he found that the Heaven Demon Mark on his forehead had vanished, as had the Heart-Guarding Sand on his arm.

Tu Shuo, overjoyed that his mission was finally complete, disappeared before Mo Xiao’s eyes, going to reunite with Mo Yuan. Mo Xiao carried Feng Lixue away from the Abyss of Heavenly Demons. Wushuang wept with joy. While resisting the backlash, Chong Guang was relieved to learn that Feng Lixue had been rescued. However, he was surprised to hear that Mo Xiao and Feng Lixue had already left Mount Suyu.

Murong Changfeng also received news that the Heaven Demon Order had been destroyed. Murong Ce, having learned all of his father’s deeds, became withdrawn and gloomy. Xie Lingyun, under Murong Jing’s day-and-night care, gradually regained consciousness. At the same time, Feng Lixue opened her eyes to find herself lying in the home from the illusion she once shared with Mo Xiao. She thought she had died, yet she had returned here.

Feng Lixue looked around, recalling all the beautiful moments she and Mo Xiao had shared there—it all felt like just yesterday. Silent tears streamed down her cheeks. In the distance, Mo Xiao approached, waving a fish in his hand to show her. Feng Lixue smiled through her tears. Mo Xiao grilled the fish for Feng Lixue. She had thought it was all a dream, but it turned out to be real. She was glad the Heart-Guarding Sand had disappeared.

Mo Xiao, however, still felt fear at the memory of her jumping into the abyss, scolding her for acting recklessly. Feng Lixue was willing to sacrifice herself for Mo Xiao. He held her tightly, overwhelmed with emotion. Mo Xiao asked Feng Lixue never to do anything foolish again. She promised. When Murong Changfeng returned and opened the secret chamber door, Murong Ce appeared behind him.

Murong Ce followed Murong Changfeng into the secret chamber and discovered Murong Changfeng manipulating something inside a giant cauldron. Murong Changfeng was not surprised to see Murong Ce; instead, he revealed his plan—to go to Buzhou Mountain to unseal the Fengyue Sword and retrieve the Thousand Years Token. He had originally pinned his hopes on Chong Guang, but Chong Guang had proven incompetent.

Murong Ce tried to persuade Murong Changfeng to admit his mistakes, believing that Mount Shu might still show leniency. However, Murong Changfeng struck him down, calling him useless, and left with something retrieved from the cauldron. Just as Xie Lingyun regained consciousness, Murong Ce, injured, arrived and informed Xuan Qing and Xie Tianjun of Murong Changfeng's plot. But Lingyun was worried that the sects of the Immortal Gate wouldn't believe them.

Murong Jing took out the Sect Leader's Token, which Mo Xiao had given her when he sent her back. She believed that with this token, the other sects would believe them. Suddenly, Mo Xiao thought of the name Ni Huang. At that moment, Feng Lixue returned, and Mo Xiao mistook her for Ni Huang. Feng Lixue asked Mo Xiao to fetch some water, while she prepared a large red "Double Happiness" character to surprise him.

While fetching water, Mo Xiao recalled many memories about Bai Yan and Ni Huang. Eager to uncover the truth, he summoned Hualang to investigate who these two were. Hualang excitedly told Mo Xiao that Bai Yan was his name in the Heavenly Realm. Mo Xiao also remembered that he had sealed Ni Huang’s spiritual energy back then, making her impossible to find—only Bai Yan could locate her. After two lifetimes, he had finally found Ni Huang.

Overwhelmed with emotion, Mo Xiao rushed back to find Feng Lixue, only to discover she had been abducted by a black mist. Mo Xiao picked up the flower ball Feng Lixue had dropped. Just then, news arrived that a conspiracy was brewing at Mount Shu, and he instructed Hualang to deliver the message to Wushuang. Wushuang went to fetch Ji Xingluo and told her the time had come—they had also found her son.

Chong Guang had already been thrown into the Demon Prison. Ji Xingluo was shocked to learn that the one who raised the young lord of the asura clan was actually Yuan Beichen. Wushuang told her Yuan Beichen was already dead and returned Ji Xingluo’s magical artifact to her. Ji Xingluo couldn’t accept this outcome. She had waited for Yuan Beichen’s apology, but in the end, he hanged himself without ever saying a word.

Wushuang urged Ji Xingluo not to grieve—there were still important things to do after leaving. Murong Changfeng brought Changming, who was carrying Feng Lixue, to Buzhou Mountain. Seeing that the heads of various sects had also arrived, Murong Changfeng quickly had Changming hide Feng Lixue. Everyone demanded that Murong Changfeng be captured and held accountable. Though he tried to make excuses, Murong Ce arrived with Lingxiang and demanded she speak the truth in front of everyone.

Lingxiang dared not speak, fearing it would endanger Changming's life. Hearing this, Changming rushed out and realized that Murong Changfeng had deceived them both, turning them into his death servants. Xie Tianjun used the Sect Leader’s Token to strip Murong Changfeng of his position and escort him back to Mount Shu for judgment. But Murong Changfeng mocked them as mere ants who couldn't harm him. His first act was to injure both Changming and Lingxiang.

Xuan Qing and Xie Tianjun joined forces to attack him. As Murong Changfeng was about to strike Xuan Qing, Lingxiang stepped forward to block the blow and vanished in Changming’s arms as a result. Murong Changfeng then activated the demonic power within him, fled with Feng Lixue, and made it clear to everyone that he had succumbed to demonization.

At this moment, Mo Xiao arrived, and everyone entrusted the responsibility of guarding the Thousand Years Token to him, thanking him for protecting it despite past grievances. Wushuang publicly announced that they would not participate in the battle for the Thousand Years Token and would remain in their homeland to restore the Demon Sect. Everyone shouted in unison in support.

Changming came to inform Chong Guang that Murong Changfeng had already gone to Buzhou Mountain to seize the Thousand Years Token. After speaking, he died in front of Chong Guang. Murong Changfeng arrived at Buzhou Mountain and used Feng Lixue as leverage to force Mo Xiao to unlock the third seal. Mo Xiao knew that if the Thousand Years Token was activated, Ni Huang’s true identity would be revealed, and the Heavenly Realm would come for her.

Moreover, he no longer had a second Dragon Pearl to protect her. In front of everyone, Mo Xiao agreed to open the seal and told them to wait below. At the location of the sealed Thousand Years Token, instead of unsealing it, Mo Xiao reinforced it, infuriating Murong Changfeng, who tried to stop him. Murong Ce and his sister, along with Xie Lingyun, arrived to block Murong Changfeng but were wounded by him.

Grieving, Murong Ce severed all father-son ties with Murong Changfeng. Murong Changfeng rushed to Mo Xiao and warned him that if he acted recklessly, he would kill Feng Lixue. At that moment, Chong Guang also arrived and mocked Murong Changfeng for being a fool. He revealed that he had long known Changming was a plant placed by Murong Changfeng.

Murong Changfeng retaliated by exposing that the Ice Silkworm Parasite between Chong Guang and Feng Lixue was the only thing keeping Chong Guang in check. Enraged, Chong Guang gathered mysterious demonic energy in his palm.

Murong Jing, Xie Lingyun, and Murong Ce all leapt forward to help Mo Xiao reinforce the Thousand Years Token, while Chong Guang fiercely battled Murong Changfeng. Murong Changfeng was struck by Chong Guang and coughed up blood. Realizing he couldn’t harm Chong Guang, Murong Changfeng pointed his sword at Feng Lixue. In order to protect Feng Lixue, Chong Guang took a blow from Murong Changfeng and shattered the Blood Demon Pearl.

Murong Changfeng reminded Chong Guang that this time, he would never be able to come back to life. In an instant, Chong Guang's hair turned white. Mo Xiao told Chong Guang to take Feng Lixue and leave, while he stayed behind to face Murong Changfeng alone. Murong Changfeng was convinced that Chong Guang had been struck in a fatal spot and believed that Mo Xiao could no longer stop him.

In their fierce battle, Mo Xiao accused Murong Changfeng of murdering his fellow disciples and vowed to avenge the innocent lives lost. Murong Changfeng was no match for Mo Xiao and was killed on the spot by a single strike. Murong Jing and her brother, while reinforcing the seal, couldn't help but shed tears, but they did not stop channeling their power into the seal. Mo Xiao felt at peace.

All he wanted was for Ni Huang to live on, life after life. He struck down Xie Lingyun and the other two from the sealing platform, determined to use his own body to seal the Thousand Years Token. Everyone tried to persuade him to come down, but Mo Xiao had already decided that no instability could be allowed with the Token. Otherwise, the heavens would discover it, and all his efforts over the past thousand years would be wasted.

Mo Xiao used his power to forcefully drive Xie Lingyun and the others away. Chong Guang took Feng Lixue to Mang Mountain. There, he seemed to see the little girl he once rescued. Memories of the years he had spent with Feng Lixue flashed through his mind. Once again, he dropped his blood into Feng Lixue’s mouth. Smiling at her, he watched as she slowly woke up, tears welling in her eyes as she looked at him.

Chong Guang told Feng Lixue that their bloodlines were connected—that she was a part of his body, and that was why they could never be separated. But this would be the last time he fed her his longevity blood. In the past, he believed Feng Lixue could always stay by his side, and no matter how much she resented him, he tolerated her, thinking they had all the time in the world to resolve their differences. Chong Guang stood still.

In front of Feng Lixue, scenes from the past appeared—she saw the moment when Feng Xingtian pleaded with Chong Guang to save her. In truth, Chong Guang could no longer supply her with longevity blood, so he gave her the Bingqingfu instead, hoping his Feng Lixue could live forever. Ten years of companionship had been enough. He hoped Feng Lixue could live well on his behalf.

Feng Lixue broke down in tears as she looked at Chong Guang, who had forever closed his eyes. Feng Lixue buried Chong Guang at Mang Mountain. The pain of the seal behind her reminded her that she was Ni Huang. Gathering her strength, she broke through the seal and revealed her true form—the seven-colored Phoenix of Fire. Mo Xiao gave everything he had to seal the Thousand Years Token.

Ni Huang wanted to help him, but Hualang tried to stop her, fearing the situation would worsen. However, Ni Huang insisted on going to help seal the Token. Mo Xiao urged Feng Lixue to leave quickly. Ni Huang realized Mo Xiao intended to use his soul to save her again. She kissed Mo Xiao, unwilling to let him sacrifice himself again. She wanted to handle everything on her own.

Without hesitation, Ni Huang leapt onto the sealing platform of the Thousand Years Token. Mo Xiao also leaped after her, the two of them holding hands and looking into each other’s eyes. Murong Ce handed the Fengyue Sword to Xie Tianjun. Mo Xiao and Feng Lixue sealed the Thousand Years Token with their physical bodies, earning great merit. The Heavenly Emperor restored Ni Huang’s divine status and reinstated the winged clan’s standing among the gods.

Xie Lingyun and Murong Jing were married, marking a joyous day for Shushan. Ni Huang also attended. Suddenly, she seemed to see a familiar silhouette. The person turned around and asked Ni Huang for directions, introducing himself as Bai Yan, a new disciple of Shushan. Ni Huang smiled.

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