The Morning Light Grows Warm · The Joy of Reunion

Qin Yu gazed gently at the familiar faces before him: Yuchi Liuyan, Ning Yao, Xi He, Yan Guici, Cang Li, and Elder Mo Yuan, who stood slowly not far away. He nodded slightly and said in a solemn yet trusting tone:

"The future of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch is now entrusted to you all."

The five men were all taken aback. Although they had not been given high positions or prestigious titles, the weight of this trust was more profound than a thousand words. Yuchi Liuyan stepped forward first, cupped his hands in a respectful bow, and declared loudly, "We humbly obey the Realm Master's command, and we swear to protect the Annihilation Abyss Epoch with our lives!"

The other four stepped forward and responded in unison, "We will not fail you, even at the cost of our lives!"

Elder Mo Yuan's eyes gleamed with a deep respect befitting an elder. "The current prosperity of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch Cause Realm Lord... I too am willing to dedicate the rest of my life to this Realm."

Qin Yu smiled slightly, raised his right hand, and a flash of Azure Ring to appear at his command.

In an instant, the Azure Ring emitted a vast and transcendent aura, slowly rotating in the air. Ten thousand rays of azure light gathered in the palm of the hand, condensing into five crystal-clear jade slips, which were the origin of the cultivation technique containing the secret of transcendence.

"This is the first volume of the 'Annihilation and Stillness Fate-Breaking Scripture' that I personally revised, along with three auxiliary cultivation techniques. Although you cannot fully master them at present, they can serve as a foundation for the future." As he spoke, he handed the jade slips to the five people one by one.

"I hope you can forge your own path, instead of becoming mere shadows of the Annihilation Abyss."

Holding the jade slip in their hands, the five people felt the vast, dormant will and world patterns within it, and were all shocked. They then bowed deeply.

"Many thanks to the Realm Master for imparting his teachings!"

Qin Yu's clear gaze swept over them, his tone slow yet firm. "The Annihilation Abyss Epoch is not just my battlefield; it is the future of all of us. I believe in you."

Having said all this, Qin Yu's gaze swept across the faces of each old acquaintance and loyal guardian of the boundary, his expression solemn yet warm. He slowly put away the Azure Ring, his back slightly straightened.

He spoke softly, but each word was like a vow. "Thank you all."

Yuchi Liuyan, Ning Yao, Xi He, Yan Guici, Cang Li, and Elder Mo Yuan stood solemnly at the same time, silently watching the figure that was slowly turning around. No one spoke, but their determination was as strong as a mountain.

Qingyi in green, Qin Yu stepped into the void as his robes fluttered in the wind, transforming into a steady, pale blue streak of light that vanished into the horizon.

--The Annihilation Abyss Epoch will ultimately be protected by them together.

As the Annihilation Abyss trembled slightly, a streak of azure light pierced the night and quietly descended into the courtyard.

Qian Ruishan's brow twitched slightly, and she was the first to raise her head to look at the sky. Immediately afterward, Yan Yue, Mu Qingwan, Yunyi, Zi Xue, Extinguished Light also turned their heads, as if they were of one mind.

The next moment, Qin Yu's figure slowly descended from the sky, his Qingyi spotless, his expression gentle and calm.

"You're back," Qian Ruishan said softly, a hint of relief flashing in her eyes.

"Hmm." Qin Yu nodded, slowly walking into the courtyard, his gaze sweeping over the group. "Thank you for your hard work. After I finish dealing with the matters of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch, there are some things I'd like to discuss with you slowly."

Extinguished Light smiled slightly, his starlight-like eyes sparkling gently. "As long as you're back, that's enough."

Yan Yue gazed at him quietly and whispered, "With you in Annihilation Abyss Epoch, my resolve will never waver."

Yunyi stepped forward, surrounded by what seemed like a dragon's soul, her Golden Radiance eyes gleaming with warmth. "My lord, all is well in the Annihilation Abyss Palace."

Mu Qingwan lightly smoothed her long sleeves and smiled, "If you hadn't returned, the rest of us might have had to take matters into our own hands and attack Source of Epochless ourselves."

Qin Yu smiled upon hearing this, a faint ripple appearing in his eyes. He stood in the center of the courtyard, looking at the group of women guarding him, and said, word by word:

"From this day forward, the Annihilation Abyss Epoch will not retreat a single step."

Qin Yu's gaze slowly swept over the group, finally settling on the quiet courtyard outside in the night, and he said in a deep voice:

"This attack is indeed too bizarre... those strange beasts aside, why are even cross-dimensional True Immortal Great Emperor and True God involved? This is no ordinary level of hostility; there must be something fishy going on."

As soon as he finished speaking, the courtyard fell into a brief silence.

Yan Yue raised her eyes, her tone cool yet revealing Ultimate judgment. "If this is not a coincidence, then there is only one possibility—the super source palaces within the Source of Epochless have taken action. Only they have the power to compel those transcendent Kua-Dimensional True Immortal Emperor to fight to the death."

Qin Yu closed his eyes and pondered for a few moments, then slowly opened them, his voice low and deep. "Hmm... I will investigate this matter thoroughly. Once we return to the Source of Epochless, I will settle accounts one by one."

He changed the subject, his gaze softening. "Alright, everyone has had a long day, and it's time for a good rest."

As soon as she finished speaking, Yunyi suddenly blinked, a sly glint in her eyes, and looked at everyone with a grin:

"So tonight—should we sleep separately? Or... together? Hehe~"

Upon hearing this, Qian Ruishan's ears immediately turned red, Yan Yue also turned her head away slightly, a rare occurrence. Zi Xue's expression became slightly serious, but she couldn't hide the slight tremor in the corner of her eye. Extinguished Light lowered his head and chuckled softly, shaking his head.

Mu Qingwan's cheeks flushed slightly, but she still lightly tapped Yunyi's forehead, feigning anger, and said, "You little rascal, when did you become so mischievous? Have you been out there for too long and gone astray?"

Yunyi grinned, then covered her forehead and feigned distress. "Ouch, that hurts! I was just trying to lighten the mood!"

Upon seeing this, Qin Yu's smile deepened.

That night, the Annihilation Abyss Epoch finally found peace.

Qin Yu's lips twitched slightly, and a bead of cold sweat appeared on his forehead.

That little girl Yunyi... she really knows how to pick the right moment to cause trouble.

Just as the atmosphere had calmed down, she casually ignited the entire room with a single remark, making everyone blush and their hearts race.

He was about to say something to ease the awkwardness when Yan Yue walked out, a gentle smile on her face, her voice calm yet soft:

"Alright, that's enough. We'll stay together tonight. I'll share a room with Zi Xue, Yunyi, and Extinguished Light."

After saying that, before anyone could react, she reached out and gently took Yunyi's hand. She glanced at Zi Xue and Extinguished Light, and the group nodded in understanding before stepping into the quiet room in the side hall together.

Just before entering the room, Yunyi turned back and winked playfully at Qin Yu.

Qin Yu was speechless. He sighed softly, but couldn't help but smile indulgently.

That night, the moonlight shone down, casting a gentle, undulating glow over the Annihilation Abyss Epoch, making the tranquility after the war all the more precious.

Seeing that Yan Yue and the others had gone into their rooms to rest, only Qin Yu, Qian Ruishan, and Mu Qingwan remained in the courtyard.

Qin Yu stood there blankly, staring at the half-closed door of the quiet room, his expression somewhat dazed, as if he was still immersed in the awkward aftertaste of Yunyi's joke earlier, and had not yet come back to his senses.

"What are you standing there for, you idiot?" Qian Ruishan smiled gently, her eyes crinkling.

Before she finished speaking, she naturally took Qin Yu's arm, her movements gentle and natural, like holding onto warmth tightly in the wind and snow, unwilling to let go.

"Let's go," she said, turning back to gently take Mu Qingwan's hand, her smile tender. "Let's go back to our room and get some rest for the night."

Mu Qingwan was slightly taken aback, then smiled gently, a familiar sense of peace and composure appearing in her eyes.

"Um."

So, in the darkness of night, three figures walked side by side into the side hall. The still night was like water, reflecting the blue moonlight, making it appear exceptionally gentle and peaceful.

The dim light inside seemed to paint a warm and tender picture of the reunion after the storm.

The next morning, the gentle sunlight fell on the courtyard of the Annihilation Abyss Epoch, and a thin golden mist quietly drifted into the room through the window lattice.

Qin Yu slowly opened his eyes, and with a thought, he was fully awake. He quietly got up and dressed, moving with extreme care, lest he disturb the two sleeping people beside him.

He turned around, his gaze falling on two quiet, beautiful figures on the couch— Qian Ruishan and Mu Qingwan.

At this moment, they had shed their battle-hardened sharpness, leaving only a gentle and peaceful aura. Qian Ruishan tightly hugged a corner of the brocade quilt, her brows still showing lingering affection; while Mu Qingwan remained asleep on her side, her hair lightly covering her lips, her breathing even, her expression as gentle as the moonlit lake.

Qin Yu looked at it and couldn't help but smile slightly, a smile that seemed to melt away all the killing and heaviness of yesterday.

He gently leaned down and placed a kiss on each of their foreheads, whispering, "Thank you for your hard work."

Then he quietly turned around, walked to a table to the side, picked up a teapot and poured tea, the pale blue steam rising in the morning light.

He picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and the familiar bitterness and sweet aftertaste seemed to awaken the tranquility of a new day, while also reminding him that the road ahead was still fraught with thorns.

But at least—this moment is peaceful and real.

After a while, the morning light grew brighter, and the thin mist in the courtyard gradually dissipated.

Qin Yu, holding a teacup, stepped out of the room silently, his footsteps landing on the moss on the stone steps. As soon as he entered the courtyard, he heard a burst of laughter.

Yunyi was chasing after Extinguished Light in circles, holding a flower branch she had picked from somewhere, her smile playful and bright. Although Extinguished Light was calmer than her, he couldn't help but smile slightly, a rare hint of ease in his eyes.

"Elder Brother Yu Qin ~" Yunyi, with her sharp eyes, spotted him immediately and darted over like a cheerful Xiao Ling fox, blinking her eyes as she leaned closer and asked:

Did you sleep well last night?

Her voice was teasing, yet tinged with a mischievous knowingness. Before she finished speaking, she put an arm around Extinguished Light's shoulder and asked with a grin:

"Sister Extinguished Light, did you hear anything last night? Hehehe..."

Extinguished Light was taken aback at first, then quickly realized what was happening. Her fair face flushed crimson, even her ears turned red, and she hurriedly turned her head away, whispering, "Yunyi... you, you're talking nonsense..."

Yunyi laughed even more unrestrainedly, almost jumping up and down.

Qin Yu watched the two of them, one giggling and the other embarrassed, and sighed softly. A vein throbbed on his forehead in frustration. He squinted and muttered to himself:

"This little girl... really needs to be taught a lesson..."

However—a slight smile couldn't be hidden at the corners of his mouth.

These relaxed and pleasant everyday moments are especially precious after countless wars and conflicts.

Just as Qin Yu was feeling helpless due to Yunyi's antics, Yan Yue and Zi Xue quietly approached from the other end of the stone corridor in the courtyard.

Yan Yue Wenwan as ever, while Zi Xue wore a cool, faint smile. Bathed in the morning light, their figures seemed to have stepped out of a painting, light and serene.

"Wow--!" Yunyi exclaimed, then leaned forward, her eyes wide, and pointed at the two people who had just emerged from the other side, saying, "Sister Ruishan, Sister Qingwan! Your skin looks even more flawless after just one night! Do you have some secrets?"

Qian Ruishan and Mu Qingwan paused, their cheeks slightly flushed, and exchanged a shy glance. They both smiled gently but did not reply.

"You little rascal—" Yan Yue shook her head and stepped forward, raising her hand to tap Yunyi's forehead, her tone gentle yet reproachful, "You really need a good scolding."

Yunyi jumped back, clutching her head, giggling as she said, "Oh dear, oh dear, sister, have mercy! I'm the best girl ever!"

Qin Yu watched them laughing and playing, the warm sunlight streaming into the courtyard, and for a moment, the shadow of war seemed to fade away.

He picked up his teacup, took a sip, and an Anran smile appeared on his lips.

A moment of tranquility is also a gift.