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Xiao Yan'an said firmly, "No, you won't. I said, since I can resurrect you, I can also resurrect Wen Yici. I can't refuse to live forever with the one I love, and neither can you. Jiahe, we will be together for all eternity."
Xiao Yan'an paused, gazing at her face fondly, and coaxed her, "The bird feather pillow and silk quilt on the couch are new. I haven't touched them. You must be tired, so have a good rest."
After saying that, Xiao Yan'an left the house, looking back every three steps, and did not forget to close the door gently.
"You shouldn't have told him this. Destiny has its limits. According to the Scroll of Heaven's Will, you will definitely leave the palace. Ah Li, don't forget that there's a man in the palace named Bai Yan, who you don't know if he's a friend or foe. If you reveal your identity and Bai Yan learns of it, it's inevitable that he'll do something."
Tianshu walked out of the darkness out of nowhere with a stern look on his face.
"I was too impatient, so I resorted to this desperate measure."
In fact, Yuanli regretted saying that a lot. It was just a desperate attempt after she had some random thoughts on the road, and she never thought about the trouble that would come if her identity was revealed.
"Fortunately, you were vague, so he doesn't know your true identity."
"But Tianshu, you've seen the will of heaven. It's so unpredictable, no one can guarantee it won't change. I've been trapped in this palace for too long... I'm afraid... I haven't been able to sleep well these past few days. Either my mind is wandering and adding to my anxiety, or I can't sleep well. It's one thing to dream about the nightmare that's been bothering me, but in my dreams, I'm forced to die tragically on that strange stone formation all over again. The torture is too real..."
The more Tianshu listened, the more confused he became, his brows furrowed. At the end, he suddenly seemed to perk up and asked seriously, "What strange stone formation? What kind of stone formation is it? What happened in your dream?"
"Tianshu, you...why are you so nervous? This is my nightmare, not yours. Although I feel like it really happened, including the man who has been living in my dreams and haunting me. But it's not you or me, and it won't happen to you and me in real life, don't worry."
Although she didn't understand why Tianshu reacted so strongly and abnormally, Yuanli still patiently comforted him.
"Can you tell me about that dream in detail? And about that strange stone circle? What kind of stone circle was it? The surrounding environment and the patterns on the stones are all fine."
Yuanli actually couldn't remember the particularly detailed parts of that dream, but she remembered very clearly the heart-wrenching pain she felt when she was on the verge of death on the stone formation.
When she woke up from that dream, Yuanli was more convinced than ever that they really existed, but she had no evidence. She had never told anyone about this dream, but now she felt that telling Tianshu might help her solve the problems that had plagued her for many years.
"That night, I dreamt again the nightmare that had plagued me for years. But this time was different. Just as I was about to reach him and see his face clearly, my vision was suddenly obscured by a blinding white light. When I opened my eyes again, all six senses returned. I had a body, clad in clothes with demonic patterns. I could clearly hear the chime of bells that moved with my steps. I could see the endless sea all around me, and I could feel the towering mountains beneath my feet. It seemed as if if I tried harder, I could touch the clouds above. Later, I saw a huge stone plate beneath my feet. I don't remember the specific pattern on the stone plate, so I can't draw it for you. I only remember that the pattern was not drawn, but formed by intricate grooves. I tried to look down, but the stone formation suddenly lit up. Looking up again, an intense pain hit me, and my new body was gone."
"What does it mean that the body...is gone?"
"Perhaps I died in a dream. I saw my new body lying dying in the stone formation, both wrists cut and bleeding. The scarlet, eye-catching, terrifying wounds and the blood were particularly glaring on my hands. Later, my six senses began to slowly fade, and only my ears could still hear some vague sounds. I heard the man who often appeared in my dreams collapse and cry. After I returned to the state I was in the sea of red spider lilies, I saw him holding my lost new body, leaning on my neck and weeping loudly. The blood that flowed from the wounds and into the grooves of the stone formation stained most of his robe red, just like the one in the dream. Then I woke up. I may not remember all the details of the dream, but I only remember the heart-wrenching, terrifying pain when I died on that stone formation."
After she finished speaking, Yuanli noticed that Tianshu was not moved at all. He just listened to her and looked at her in a daze, but remained silent.
After a long pause, he finally asked, "Can you tell me about the nightmare that has troubled you for years?"
"Of course. I don't know when it started, but the man in the white robe in my dream began to appear in my dreams and cry bitterly. His robe was mostly stained with blood, and I couldn't see his face clearly, let alone who he was. He would appear in my dreams every once in a while, sitting in that sea of flowers on the other shore and crying bitterly. And I, who never had a body, no breath, not even a soul, just floated in the sea of flowers, watching him cry, feeling sad and heartbroken with him. Every time I woke from a dream crying, I would feel extremely anxious, my body would numb, and I would be covered in sweat. Even if I had repeated this dream for ten thousand years, a dream that was almost identical, and I knew it was a dream, I couldn't resist it. But I felt that he was very familiar. As I grew older, that familiarity became a little strange."
After finishing her story, Yuanli deliberately probed, "Before, I always felt that the man might be real, and that the dream did happen, but I had forgotten it. But the nightmare that night made me even more convinced that they really existed. The clothes that the man and I wore in the dream were extremely luxurious. If they really existed, I think they must be people of noble status. Tianshu Xingjun, you have been a celestial god for so long, have you heard any news that matches the facts?"
"I've never heard of it. In the demon world, I only have one close friend, Demon Lord Li Wan. She's obsessed with all kinds of exotic beasts and is busy with government affairs. She rarely talks to me about love and gossip in the demon world."
Yuanli feigned disappointment and said, "Since Tianshu Xingjun was so concerned, I thought I could find the answer from you."
"Wouldn't it be better if we couldn't find the answer? The two people in this dream didn't have a happy ending. If they really existed, even if you knew their identities, Ah Li, I'm afraid it would only add to your sadness and regret."
"Does Tianshu Xingjun think this is really just a dream?"
"It's hard to say. The Six Realms are vast and full of wonders. There are many possibilities. For example, it's just a dream. Or maybe you've had a similar experience before, but the trauma remains, turning it into a nightmare. Or maybe they really exist and somehow entered your dream. I remember a fairy friend has a clear spring in Fushan Mountain that can dispel nightmares and foul air. I'll go get some someday, and you won't be troubled by nightmares anymore. It's okay."
"It's so miraculous? I wonder which immortal god it is? One day in heaven is one year on earth. I can return to heaven in less than a day, and I will no longer owe the Star Lord this favor. When I return, I will personally go to him and ask for it."
Yuanli knew that her position as a deity came too easily, and her position was misunderstood, which inevitably made her feel unlucky. She knew that she would definitely not be able to obtain it if she asked for it on her own, but she said this simply because she didn't want Tianshu to go through so much trouble for her.
"Why are you suddenly so distant? Don't you plan to be friends with me anymore?" Tianshu looked lost and said in a surprised tone.
"No, how could it be possible?"
"What do you mean by a debt of gratitude? If you really feel embarrassed, when you return, how about using the authentic peach blossoms from the sacred tree in your Xingjun Mansion to make me some peach blossom cakes?"
"The peach tree in my mansion was newly bought by Xiao Zhu, so it's worthless. I heard from him that the peach seedlings available on the market are all grown from cuttings taken from the branches of the War God's Peach Tree. I just ascended to heaven and am ridiculously poor. I guess the peach trees I can buy are the grandchildren of the War God's branch, who knows how many generations ago. How can they be worth as much as the sacred spring water you requested?"
"Then you must have found a great bargain. I've seen the peach tree in your yard. It looks ordinary, but it has a deep spiritual essence. It must be of top quality."
Yuanli exclaimed: "Really?"
"Really? Otherwise, do you think I, the Peach Blossom Man, want all the peach blossoms?"
"Okay, I'll make it for you when I get home."
Upon hearing this, Yuanli was overjoyed and started calculating. If such good peach blossoms were made into peach blossom cakes to replenish spiritual power and sold, she could probably build a few more temples.
"Back to the point, you said you've been trapped in this palace for too long, what are you afraid of?"
"There are so many reasons to be afraid. I'm afraid that fate will change again, and I'll die alone in this palace, without ever seeing my parents for the last time. I'm afraid that Xiao Yan'an will be moody and waste money and resources under the guise of love for me. I'm also afraid that I won't be able to complete the mission..."
"Don't overthink it. Just let it go. It will be over soon. Even if you fail in the tribulation, the loss will be to the Heavenly Realm. At worst, I can send you back to the Netherworld to continue being the Lamp God. They won't dare to ask Cha Suxun for you, and they won't get you either. In any case, it's more decent and free than life in Heaven. Well, I shouldn't stay in the palace any longer. I'm leaving. Call me if you need anything."
"Yes, if you want peach blossoms, you can come to my house and pick them anytime. You don't have to wait for me to come back."
Tianshu smiled and said, "Taohua, it's only fun when you're here. Let's go."
After Tianshu left, the bedroom became empty and silent again. She took out an old servant's exquisite silver box from the Lingbao silver bell and placed it on the dressing table, staring at it blankly, hesitant in her heart.
She was not afraid of what she had just said to Tianshu. She and Qi Heng had only known each other for a few months, and even their marriage was a contract.
Even though he had expressed his true feelings, she had no way of being sure whether Qi Heng had fallen in love with her. Even if he had feelings for her, how long could that last when they couldn't see each other?
"Think it over carefully. Putting aside the backlash, this insect will indeed bring about the result you want. But will the so-called Heavenly Law recognize this result?"
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