"Moreover, some remnants of the previous dynasty have also formed a certain power there, so when necessary, I need greater authority."
"Approved." Ling Xingyan nodded. "I'll transfer Liu Xuesong, the descendant of your father's brother, over there. If needed, you can directly transfer them."
"Thank you so much, Elder Ling." Ye Xingchen was overjoyed. He was just wondering how to bring up this matter, but he didn't expect that Ling Xingyan had already anticipated it.
These old foxes are cunning. With Liu Xuesong around, he can really make a name for himself in Jiyang.
“However, you need to be clear that there are some consequences to be aware of,” Ling Xingyan said seriously. “After all, this is a society governed by the rule of law, and some unusual things cannot be exposed to ordinary people.”
"Moreover, Jiyang is located in the heart of Northeast China. It's a sparsely populated area with a lot of supernatural and ghostly things. You should be careful."
"Thank you for the reminder, Elder Ling. I will be careful." Ye Xingchen nodded.
"Also, Ling Yan is doing quite well overseas, so you don't need to worry," Ling Xingyan added.
"When is she going back to China?" Ye Xingchen asked.
"What, you're going to propose to the Ling family now that she's back in the country?" Ling Xingyan snorted.
"This..." Ye Xingchen looked a little embarrassed. He smiled awkwardly and said, "I, I was just concerned about her."
“No need. There are plenty of people who care about her, her parents, me, and her grandmother. They all care. You’re not an exception,” Ling Xingyan said with a hint of resentment.
"Alright." Ye Xingchen touched his nose; Old Ling was really resentful.
"If it weren't for you, she would be engaged and on a blind date by now." Ling Xingyan snorted. "I don't know what's so great about you that makes her want to do this?"
"Elder Ling," Ye Xingchen said, somewhat amused and exasperated, "you can't blame everything on me."
“These things are entirely your fault.” Ling Xingyan gritted his teeth and said, “Listen carefully, kid. If anything happens to Ling Yan overseas, I will definitely not let you off the hook.”
"Don't worry, Elder Ling. If anything really happens to her, I'll risk my life to save her," Ye Xingchen said confidently.
"Alright, kid, I'm relieved to hear that. It proves that Yan Yan didn't misjudge you." Old Ling nodded and patted Ye Xingchen heavily on the shoulder: "Be careful on your way to the Northeast. Contact us immediately if anything happens."
"Thank you, Elder Ling, I will." Ye Xingchen smiled.
This old man may have been sharp-tongued, but he was actually concerned about me. You could tell from his caring tone just now.
"Alright, if you have something to do, you can go now. I'll cover your retreat here." Old Ling waved his hand.
"Okay." Ye Xingchen bowed slightly to Ling Xingyan, then turned and left.
Five kilometers west of Dawuxiang Temple, inside a pavilion, Ruxin's Five Qi Return to Origin slowly withdrew her true energy.
He had been trying to heal Shui Xin, but the heavy blow she had suffered had damaged her mind and spirit, so even though Ru Xin tried his best, he could only keep her temporarily conscious.
If she stops channeling her inner energy, she will likely die soon.
Shui Xin opened her eyes and smiled sweetly: "Don't waste your true energy anymore, I'm fine."
She is now charming and beautiful, but Ru Xin's heart feels like it's blocked by a stone, because he knows that Shui Xin's good spirits are just an appearance.
She was too badly injured; without extraordinary means, she probably wouldn't survive more than five hours.
"You were seriously injured because of me, so why did you do this?" Ruxin sighed.
“Because you deserve it.” Shui Xin said softly, “Do you know? I’ve been beautiful since I was a child, with a face like a peach blossom. Apart from my biological father, every other man looks at me with impure thoughts.”
“But you are different. You look into my eyes, pure and innocent. From the first time I saw you and our eyes met, I knew I had met the most important person in my life.”
"So I'm sticking with you for the rest of my life. Even if I die, dying for you would be worth it."
Ru Xin remained silent for a long time. He hesitated for a moment, then took Shui Xin's hand.
Shui Xin naturally lay down in his arms and leaned on his shoulder.
Ru Xin's heart, which was as calm as a lake, rippled as if a pebble had been thrown in. He hesitated for a moment, then reached out and put his arm around Shui Xin's shoulder.
She closed her eyes, seemingly enjoying the moment immensely.
“Do you know? I’ve never longed to spend my life with someone so much,” Shui Xin murmured. “Before you came along, I was extremely eager for revenge.”
"But after you appeared, my hatred seemed to spread much more invisibly."
“People shouldn’t live in this world with such strong hatred in their hearts,” Ruxin said. “You are still young, and you have a long road ahead of you. The scenery along the way is beautiful, and you should stop and admire it more.”
"It's a pity... I won't have the chance anymore." Shui Xin smiled calmly: "But being able to die quietly in your arms is the best ending for me."
"Don't talk nonsense, I will find a way to cure you." Ruxin's hand tightened.
"I know my own body best," Shui Xin murmured, leaning on his shoulder. "Meeting you before I die is enough."
Ru Xin held her hand tightly, unsure of what to do.
Yes, even though he was skilled in medicine, he was powerless to return at this moment.
He only prayed that God would be kind to him, since he had lost everything when he was six years old, and now a very important person had finally entered his life, and he couldn't let him be taken away from him.
"Is my timing a bit off?" Just then, a voice came from behind, and it was Ye Xingchen who had arrived.
Ru Xin quickly stood up, clasped his hands together, and bowed deeply to Ye Xingchen: "Please."
"What do you mean, 'please'?" Ye Xingchen feigned confusion.
"She is badly injured. Please save her," Ruxin said solemnly.
"This isn't a big problem, but Ruxin, you're still a monk. Does what I just saw count as breaking your vows?" Ye Xingchen said with a smile.
Ru Xin clasped her hands together, bowed her head, and remained silent.
"I can save her, but what do you plan to do after that?" Ye Xingchen glanced at Ruxin: "Are you planning to leave the monastic life?"
"This humble monk has no intention of returning to secular life for the time being." Ruxin slowly shook his head. How could he give up twenty years of chanting sutras and reciting Buddha's name so easily?
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