Raise a Glass to Invite the Bright Moon (Bonus Chapter for Eccentric Train, the Alliance Leader)

Qin Yi looked at her speechlessly, feeling that this time he was in a situation where he couldn't clear his Yellow River no matter what.

But thankfully... he had no expectations of her. He hadn't even considered the possibility of meeting her again. They were just strangers who had met by chance; what did it matter how she viewed him...?

Thinking about it this way, I immediately calmed down a lot.

Besides, it was made by Bangbang, so there's no difference between it and what he made himself. Not only did I not stop him, but when I watched Bangbang make it, I was restless and thinking, "Let me do it." What kind of person pushes all the blame onto Bangbang?

Just bear it.

So he said, "Miss Yue has not offended me, so why should I make fun of Miss Yue? This winged person wanted to kill me, it's already good enough that I didn't kill her."

Liusu was stunned for a moment, seemingly not expecting Qin Yi to actually take on everything himself, completely disregarding his image in front of Miss Yue. It blinked its eyes, and a smile slowly crept onto its lips. The emotion it had initially wanted to lash out at Yue Xi vanished instantly, and it happily sat on Qin Yi's shoulder, swaying back and forth.

Xi Yue was also somewhat surprised by this answer, thinking to herself that this did not match her previous understanding... Could it be that all his actions in China were a disguise, and he only revealed his true nature when he arrived on the Other Side of the Ocean?

Thinking to himself, he casually said, "So, if I offend you, you'll treat me the same way?"

Qin Yi was both amused and exasperated. "Why make such meaningless assumptions, young lady?"

"It's not entirely meaningless..." Xi Yue's eyes began to sharpen. "Killing someone is just a matter of a head falling to the ground. She offended you, so it's fine if you kill her, but what's the point of such humiliation? If I, a woman, were to witness something like this... I might really offend you today."

Qin Yi chuckled nonchalantly, "People always judge right and wrong based on their own personal standards. Yu Shang is like that, and so are you... Actually, so am I. Fine, it's understandable that you disapprove of this kind of thing... but why don't you ask her what she thinks?"

Xi Yue paused for a moment, then turned to Yu Shang.

Yu Shang had recovered from her daze and was filled with shame and indignation at the sight of her marks.

It's one thing if Qin Yi is the only one watching, but now there are outsiders too!

But she couldn't reply to Qin Yi's words.

This involves the initial mating ceremony, a sacred lifelong matter for the Winged Human Race. After being misled by Liusu, she is now extremely confused and caught in the dilemma of "whether or not to acknowledge him as her Husband." Who can say for sure whether she should be allowed to have such a relationship?

Should the matter of Dragon Might be considered separately?

They were inherently stubborn and inflexible, and at this moment they were truly in a state of utter confusion.

Seeing her silence, Xi Yue's eyes flashed with genuine surprise; she simply couldn't understand what was going on. After a long pause, she said, "Untie her first. What kind of behavior is this, keeping her tied up like this?"

Qin Yi reached out and beckoned. The chains transformed into prayer beads and landed in his palm.

Yu Shang suddenly collapsed to the ground.

Xi Yue didn't try to help him up, but simply asked, "You're really going to let him go? Giving me that much face?"

Qin Yi smiled and said, "Miss Yue still has some face with me... I don't want to argue with Miss Yue, so I might as well give her face."

He turned around and helped Yu Shang up. "Whether you want to fulfill what you just promised or continue to kill me is your choice, and I will accept it. But I would like to advise you, young lady... do not make hasty conclusions or even kill without understanding the situation. This is not dogma, but idiocy."

Yu Shang glanced at him with a complicated expression, completely at a loss for words. She simply broke free from his support and staggered away from the cave abode.

As he passed by Xi Yue, he paused slightly and whispered, "Thank you... I will repay you."

He disappeared quickly after saying that.

Xi Yue watched her leave, then turned to look at Qin Yi.

Qin Yi said, "The air in the cave isn't good; we killed Heartless God earlier, and the blood is still there. If Miss Yue would like to say a few more words, how about we go outside?"

Xi Yue didn't say anything, but made a "please" gesture, and the two walked out of the cave abode side by side.

Outside the cave, there were vast cliffs, and the previous environment had been completely destroyed. It was the dead of night, and the lonely moon shone coldly on the cliffs, creating a strange and unique atmosphere.

Qin Yi made a sweeping motion out of thin air.

A stone table and two stone benches appeared on the edge of the cliff.

"Please sit down." He flicked his robe and sat down first.

Xi Yue was quite interested in his Transformations. It was a wonderful method of "creating something from nothing". Although the things he transformed into were just ordinary stone tables and benches, they had already touched upon the profound and subtle principles of the Dao.

She didn't say anything, but sat down opposite her, propping her elbow on the stone table and resting her chin on it, saying, "Judging from your behavior, it seems like I've misunderstood something."

"Actually, there was no misunderstanding. I did do some things to her that I can't talk about."

"Really so honest? You're doing the thing women hate to see most. You clearly have a reason to cover it up, yet you still say it like this. Do you really think I won't get angry?"

"The fact is, it was done, why hide it?" Qin Yi smiled slightly, conjured a pair of cups, and then took out the Poetry Wine Drifting, pouring a cup for Xi Yue: "You invited me to drink before, now I'm returning the favor."

Xi Yue had gained some understanding.

What he really meant was that we had no other relationship; I was just going back for the drink, and then we went our separate ways. What you think of me is unimportant.

He's a very interesting man.

This is roughly how Zuo Qingtian and Jade True Person act.

He has the intention of non-form, yet he, a mere radiant being, has the intention of non-form... I wonder if he can maintain his path. As long as he doesn't forget this intention and doesn't let it stray into the deviation of "doing whatever he wants," he will surely attain non-form in the future.

Qin Yi raised his glass and clinked it with hers, then smiled and said, "Try my 'Poetry Wine Drifting'... It may not be as strong as that XingXing Wine, but it has a certain charm."

Xi Yue had tasted the Poetry Wine Drifting, but for now she could only pretend to be a lady from the Lady Country who had never tasted it. She took a sip and smiled, "Good wine... but it's a pity that the mood doesn't suit me."

Qin Yi also felt that this wine was not suitable for her, and suddenly remembered that he still had a pot of Drunken Moon... However, everyone was a little awkward at the moment, and it was not reasonable to act as if he was currying favor with her, so he didn't say anything, but only said, "Poetry Wine Drifting aimlessly is a bit desolate, and it is indeed not quite what the young lady wants."

Xi Yue laughed and said, "What, you know me very well?"

Qin Yi shook his head. "I don't understand... Not only do I not understand, but I also feel that the young lady is full of secrets."

Xi Yue sipped her wine and chuckled, "Why are you exaggerating?"

Qin Yi said, "You should be far superior to this Heartless God, so why did you tell me you couldn't beat him?"

"Because I didn't want to fight, I couldn't win. I've already told you the reason..." Xi Yue said calmly, "The annihilation of a clan involves many deep issues. Just as you said to that Winged Human Race woman, don't jump to conclusions or even kill someone without understanding the situation."

Qin Yi nodded slightly. "Yes. Now he tried to kill me, and I killed him instead. Do you understand?"

Xi Yue pondered for a moment, then suddenly asked, "Suppose there are some major consequences arising here, will you regret it?"

"No regrets." Qin Yi said, "I know that these kinds of things may involve some cause and effect... but what cultivation seeks is a clear mind, to be free and liberated when going out, and to be able to settle scores and grudges when in retreat. But instead, one becomes afraid of this and that, hesitant and timid. When you look back, do you even know why you are cultivating? You might as well go home and take care of your baby."

Xi Yue smiled slightly and raised her glass in a toast, "This is based on strength."

Qin Yi retorted, "I will strive to make my strength commensurate with theirs."

Xi Yue smiled, her eyes like crescent moons, very charming.

Liusu smiled even more broadly as she rested her head on Qin Yi's shoulder.

In fact, Qin Yi is also gradually taking on its shape.

Qin Yi's remarks were actually instilled in him by Qin Yi Liusu when he faced Dong Huazi... Although Qin Yi developed his own interpretation as he grew, the overall meaning remained the same.

Back in China, Qin Yi was burdened by too many ties and concerns, preventing him from fully expressing his ambitions. Now, far away on the other side, free from all worries, he can take full responsibility for whatever he has done, and Qin Yi has found a sense of liberation and release.

Liusu could sense that Qin Yi's cultivation would definitely experience a leap forward here.

Just like Li Qingjun who left Southern Li then... a dragon that has broken free from its shackles.

P. S.: Another late night. Please vote!