Chapter 70: Unrepeatable (End) “Even after ascending to heaven, your excellency…

"I..." When the arrow was on the string, Lian Qiang felt hesitant.

Is it really right to rely on external things to strengthen one's mind? Lian Qiang knows that many people and things in this world cannot withstand the test. If one glimpses the outcome one desires, then that's good. But if it goes against one's expectations, can one still focus on the future without distraction?

I'm afraid that if things don't go my way, they will easily blame it on this dead thing... Looking at Yue Lingjun and Qiu Ruozhao, Lian Qiang glanced at Chi Xingji in front of him. Aren't these people living precedents?

"...Chi Xingji," she rarely called him by his full name. "I've decided. I won't try. Regardless of the outcome, good or bad, I won't try."

"Why are you..." Chi Xingji was puzzled, but when he saw the relieved smile on Lian Qiang's lips, as if he understood something in an instant, he stopped asking.

At that moment, Lian Qiang finally understood and convinced herself. She wasn't going to run away anymore. Yue Lingjun and Qiu Ruozhao were the outcome she least wanted to see. They'd already experienced that a hundred years ago, and she didn't want to repeat the same mistake.

It refers to Ying Xinjing, and also to the relationship between the two of them.

As an immortal king, Chi Xingji might have some concerns, but she has nothing and cannot fall any lower. What is there to be afraid of?

"After this matter is resolved - even if it is not completely resolved, I still have something to say to you." Lian Qiang patted Chi Xingji's hand that was supporting her and said with great determination.

But under her gaze, Chi Xingji slowly loosened his hand and said slowly: "What a coincidence. After this incident, I also have something to say to you."

His tone was not distant, and Lian Qiang instinctively sensed something was wrong. Perhaps it was because the man in front of her was too pale and his expression seemed a little forced, but she simply suppressed the fear in her heart and nodded in agreement.

A few words determined whether to stay or go, but what to do with the things Yue Lingjun left behind was a problem. She ascended in such a hurry that she seemed to have no relatives or friends. The only people she knew at all were the residents down below. But leaving like that couldn't really be considered a proper explanation.

Seeing that the sky was about to brighten, the two decided to wait until it was completely light before going down the mountain. As for the so-called treasure, Lian Qiang and Chi Xingji looked at each other for a long time, unable to make up their minds.

"...Bury it," Lian Qiang suddenly looked out at the mountains and forests, where Yue Lingjun's last remaining relatives were. "I still remember where Qiu Ruozhao is buried. I'll go bury it."

Chi Xingji didn't question it and said, "I'll go with you."

This was their first time in Yue Lingjun's room, and it was as neat and tidy as expected. Chi Xingji rummaged through the dressing table briefly before finding the mirror, wrapping it neatly with a piece of cloth before handing it to Lian Qiang.

Lian Qiang's fingers touched the hard mirror through the cloth, but she still couldn't feel how mysterious it was. Resisting her curiosity to take a look, the two of them hurried deeper into the mountains in the morning light.

This time, they found Qiu Ruozhao's tomb without much trouble. Lian Qiang looked at the five words written on the tombstone and completely understood the deep meaning of Yue Lingjun's words yesterday.

While Chi Xingji was lost in thought, he had already made his preparations and dug a pit of moderate depth. Lian Qiang and he put the mirror in and covered the pit with dirt to make it flat so that no one could see what was going on.

Perhaps in the near future someone who wants to repair Qiu Ruozhao's tomb will find it carelessly, or perhaps a long time from now someone who is deliberately looking for treasure will find it, but these are beyond their control.

After cleaning up the surroundings, the two were about to leave when a sudden strong wind blew through the peaceful forest, bringing a blinding cloud of sand. When Lian Qiang opened her eyes, she seemed to sense something and glanced back—the branches beside the tomb were drooping slightly, and from a distance, they seemed to be clustered around the tombstone.

One attained enlightenment and ascended to heaven, the other was buried here... Lian Qiang narrowed his eyes. Perhaps without so many twists and turns, the two would successfully divorce, Yue Lingjun would focus on cultivation, and Qiu Ruozhao would live the rest of his life in peace. They would also reach this seemingly destined ending.

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The way down the mountain was much faster and steadier than the way up the mountain that day. Before they reached the town, they were surrounded by a group of residents. Most of them were unfamiliar faces, and their expressions were all anxious.

The plain-clothed young man at the head looked somewhat familiar, his eyes particularly red and puffy, a solemn expression on his face. Before he could speak, Lian Qiang, after a moment's reflection, suddenly realized, "We met yesterday. You're Old Man Chen's son."

Seeing that Lian Qiang recognized him, the young man was also a little surprised, and responded: "Yes, it is me. Miss, you have a good memory. Thank you for coming to pay your respects yesterday."

"It's just a small favor, please accept my condolences."

After a few pleasantries, the young man explained his purpose: "Last night, the sky was clear and rainless, but there was a loud thunder. My father suspected that it might be related to the Yue Immortal, and he was worried, so he asked us to come this morning to investigate."

Lian Qiang and Chi Xingji exchanged a glance, and Lian Qiang said, "Mr. Chen's guess was correct, but we should offer congratulations. Immortal Lord Yue successfully ascended to heaven last night."

Everyone looked at each other, their faces filled with joy, genuinely happy for Yue Lingjun. Lian Qiang and Chi Xingji, who knew more of the inside story, were overwhelmed with emotions and remained silent.

One of the women, who was originally smiling, burst into tears of joy, wiping away tears frequently: "Immortal Yue is a good person... She should have become an immortal long ago!"

Inspired by her, others also began to speak well of her: "I said it was only a matter of time before she ascended to heaven!" "Yes, such a loving Taoist priest in the world should not be let down..." "She has done so much for us, shouldn't we set up a memorial for her?"

The conversation started like this. Lian Qiang took the opportunity to ask the young man named Chen, "It sounds like Immortal Yue has done a lot of good things for the town?"

The young man was also moved, and he spoke slowly, "Of course. For some reason, monster attacks on the village have increased significantly in recent years. Even families with able-bodied men find it difficult to resist them, let alone the fact that most of the people in town are elderly, weak, women, and children. How can we defend ourselves? This place is also remote, without the protection of immortal sects. However, Immortal Yue moved to the mountains many years ago and set up a formation for us. Not only that, but if we occasionally see monsters, she will always help us."

"...I see," Lian Qiang slowly exhaled, "It seems that Immortal Yue is indeed a very good person."

She was narrow-minded and mistakenly thought that Yue Lingjun was cold-hearted towards everyone. If she was not willing to help others, how could they remember her so sincerely based on those anecdotes?

"Oh, right, you two," someone remembered something, "Do you know what words of wisdom Immortal Yue left behind before he left?"

Lian Qiang was about to speak when Chi Xingji spoke first, "No. When we rushed over, we saw her already riding the wind. She didn't have time to leave any words, nor did she leave any treasures. I guess she took them with her."

He answered frankly, and no one suspected that he would be partial. It also left a thin barrier for them - for ordinary people who are powerless, it is not easy to know or possess the existence of a treasure.

"Alright, alright..." Everyone bustled down the mountain, discussing how to address Yue Lingjun from now on. The young man, who had led the group on his way in, deliberately slowed down a step as he left, trailing behind the others. He inquired of Lian Qiang and the others, "I see you two have quite a bearing. Are you friends of Immortal Lord Yue? Why don't you come down the mountain and have a chat so we can celebrate together?"

Chi Xingji looked at Lian Qiang, asking for her opinion. Lian Qiang smiled and shook her head: "Don't bother me anymore. We still have things to do. Let's just go down the mountain together."

Seeing this, the young man did not want to force them to stay and led the way for them.

When they reached the town, the young man led the two for a while. Halfway along, they saw a figure running hurriedly. People nearby took a closer look and said with a smile, "Isn't this Old Man Chen's daughter? Why are you so anxious to come looking for your brother?"

She walked in a hurry, completely oblivious to all that, and nearly fell repeatedly, yet refused to seek help. When she reached her eldest brother, she whispered a few words to him, tears in her eyes. The young man, upon hearing this, was shaky, not much better off than his sister, and only with her help did he avoid falling headfirst.

The young man took a moment to catch his breath, then looked at Lian Qiang and Chi Xingji, forcing a rather awkward smile. "Forgive me for not being able to see you off. My father has been missing mother excessively these past few days, and last night he forced himself to stay awake for half the night. He just passed away while muttering mother's name."

After he finished speaking, he let out a howl, and his sister beside him burst into tears, both of them were deeply saddened by the departure of their parents.

Even though she was indifferent to life and death, she felt powerless after seeing people die one after another like a light going out. Sadness arose spontaneously, and when she thought about the fact that it was their loved ones who passed away, even her breathing seemed to stop.

Chi Xingji noticed her abnormality and supported her in time as she was speechless. He then said a few words of condolence to the young man before slowly walking away with her.

After gradually recovering from her shock, Lian Qiang said to Chi Xingji in a hoarse voice, "...Yesterday I was thinking that even if Mr. Chen showed his grief, his wife wouldn't be able to see it. It would be better to treat her well while he was still alive and leave no regrets."

"Yes, no matter how powerful a person is, he can only focus on the things before and after his death... Most of the time, he can only let nature take its course and cannot force it." Chi Xingji whispered comfortingly.

Lian Qiang continued to mutter, "Even after ascending to heaven, as a noble Immortal Lord, there will be things that are beyond your ability and even things you regret, right?"

"...Yes." Chi Xingji lowered his eyes and admitted his own incompetence. He couldn't lie to her.

Instead, Lian Qiang raised her eyes and stared at him intently, as if trying to see through his features. Looking at this person who made her unable to stop loving and hating him, Lian Qiang had no intention of asking when he would regret it. After a long pause, she said, "So we must seize the limited time we have and live well."

She became more determined - she must, must tell Chi Xingji everything after the dust settled.

I hope... I hope fate will have mercy on her this time and give her this opportunity.

——She doesn't want to regret it anymore.

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The author has something to say: Who quietly changed the title of the previous chapter? It's really lame (eyes moved)

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