In the Changling Ancient Land, over the course of a single day, Nu Chang took Xin Yu through every scenic corner of the secret realm. Changling had existed for thousands of years, steeped in history, and its scenery was as beautiful as an immortal realm upon earth.
Deep within Changling, in the forbidden land where Ning Chen had once entered seclusion to cultivate the Scroll of Life, Nu Chang and Xin Yu arrived. Ning Chen followed from afar behind them, not daring to disturb their enjoyment of the scenery.
Nu Chang glanced at the figure behind them, the corners of her lips curving slightly. "It seems that returning to the human world these past years has changed his temperament quite a bit."
"My husband was always a very gentle person."
Xin Yu looked back, a gentle smile appearing on her beautiful face. "It was only because the burden on his shoulders was too heavy that he had no choice but to harden his heart."
"Gentle, huh."
Nu Chang gave a soft laugh. "In this whole world, only you would describe him that way."
"Venerable Lady and my husband are friends, so you should understand him somewhat. Unless he has no other choice, my husband dislikes fighting with others more than anyone," Xin Yu said softly.
Nu Chang smiled and walked ahead. "Up ahead is Changling's forbidden ground, also the place where he cultivated the Scroll of Life anew back then. Would you like to go in and take a look?"
"Mm."
Xin Yu nodded and stepped forward after her.
Ning Chen followed behind, looking at the familiar territory before him. A trace of emotion flickered in his eyes. What painfully difficult memories—ones he truly did not wish to recall.
Within Changling's forbidden ground, a cauldron rose and fell. It was