Chapter 753: Are Dreams Connected?

Chapter 753: Are Dreams Connected?

As the sky darkened and the night breeze turned cool, Lin Nuo and Ling Meng feasted on large pieces of demon dragon meat, filling their bellies.

As for the other leftover dragon meat, they tossed it aside, unwilling to eat it since they didn’t even have enough seasoning.

The Demon Abyss Valley, nearing the dark night, became increasingly chilly. For Lin Nuo, who had survived in the wilderness, it was best to avoid running around at night. After all, he had no idea how many nocturnal creatures lurked within or how fierce they might be.

Thus, as dusk fell, they needed to find a place to settle in and survive until the morning.

Although it was dim in the valley during the day, it was at least better than total darkness. There was no moonlight, nor scattered stars.

Lin Nuo led Ling Meng to a cave. Inside, there were demon wolves residing, and as soon as they saw Lin Nuo, they lunged at him, only to be swiftly dealt with by Lin Nuo.

He had effectively occupied their territory.

Well, as a mountain bully, what’s wrong with taking over a cave?

The cave was somewhat a safe haven, but overall, the Demon Abyss Valley was still dangerous. He could be sure this area was rife with ambushes, and it was uncertain if a horde of demon beasts would charge into the cave in the middle of the night.

Lin Nuo, being cautious, set up sensing devices to detect Demon Soul Power around them.

Good, all set.

Lin Nuo finished quickly and patted his hands, jumping down from the cave.

Ling Meng watched from below, resembling a wife looking up at her husband fixing the roof.

Though Lin Nuo had claimed he wasn’t interested in getting married, he had accepted Ling Meng. She had positioned herself not just as a disciple but as a fiancée.

Even without a formal engagement, a verbal promise from her master was enough; it was merely a matter of time.

“My dear Master, you’ve worked hard.”

Ling Meng took a handkerchief to wipe Lin Nuo’s sweat, and even the way she addressed him changed from just “Master.”

“Why did you change how you address me?”

“Of course, to show my respect for you, I should change how I address you. Ah, I should actually call you the esteemed Demon Ruler.”

“Enough of that, it’s too early for all these titles.”

“Master, speaking of the esteemed Demon Ruler, I had a dream about you.”

After saying this, Ling Meng subconsciously leaned closer to Lin Nuo, showing no signs of restraint as she sought closeness.

“What dream?”

“I dreamed I became the master of the Demon Hall, presiding over countless demon disciples. But suddenly, uninvited guests came to overthrow me, my own kin betrayed me, and in the end, I was left all alone. Just when I was in despair, you arrived.”

“So you’re saying I saved you and became the Demon Ruler, right?” Lin Nuo inquired.

“You did save me, but you already have the aura of the Demon Ruler. That day, you wore a black battle robe, wielded the dragon-patterned demon sword, and your aura was shocking. Your powerful presence made all enemies tremble. Then, you swung your sword, summoning a dragon soul that swept away all uninvited guests. All the demon disciples bowed to you, calling you the esteemed Demon Ruler!”

“Hm?”

Wait, this plot sounds a bit familiar. Have I seen it somewhere?

“And then what?” Lin Nuo asked.

“Then, you walked up to me and said something I will never forget.”

“What did you say?”

As Ling Meng spoke, Lin Nuo began to recall a scene in his mind.

It felt absurd, the phrase he was about to remember.

“You told me to be your woman!”

Ling Meng didn’t hold back, saying it outright.

“What?!”

Lin Nuo was struck with shock. What is this? Isn’t this the dream he had before?!

Though a bit thrilling, he found it nonsensical to recall.

Are we somehow connecting dreams? Is this like Inception?

“Yeah, it really excited me. I will never forget it. If only you could say that to me in reality, that would be amazing.”

“Didn’t I tell you before?”

“You were too vague and indirect. Just repeat that phrase to me once more, my esteemed Demon Ruler.”

Ling Meng tugged at Lin Nuo’s hand, pleading.

“Stop with all this nonsense. Don’t think wildly or have dreams like that.”

Lin Nuo tapped her forehead, sensing something was off. How were dreams syncing up?

Could it be that all three dreams are connected?

With Qin Shili, with Liu Shuqin?

Oh great, isn’t that shameful? Am I supposed to be that heroic sword immortal who swings a sword to dominate the world?

“People always have beautiful dreams. I think that dream signifies the future. Master, you are destined to be the Demon Ruler who commands the world, dignified and gallant, galloping across all directions.”

“Alright, enough. Go wash up and get some rest.”

“Speaking of washing, Master, I just went to find some wood and discovered a spring where we can bathe. Let’s go!”

“You go ahead, I won’t be joining.”

“Let’s wash together! What does it matter? We’re going to sleep in the same bed in the future!”

Ling Meng was so excited that she directly pulled Lin Nuo along for a couple’s bath.

……

Liu Shuqin managed to leave Tianling Mountain successfully. She disguised herself well and appeared indifferent, while Zhang Yuanxu didn’t notice, thinking she had completely eliminated the Demon Spirit.

Little did he know she still had it, unremoved.

The demon spirit lingered in Liu Shuqin’s body, believing that as long as it remained, it would have a chance to turn the tables.

The existence of the demon spirit was a threat to its host. Physically, it currently had no advantage, and seeing no hope, it planned to induce Liu Shuqin negatively from a psychological standpoint.

So it frequently whispered darkly to Liu Shuqin. It thought this girl was just an ordinary female cultivator, merely with an unusual physique that could eliminate it. If it could brainwash her into accepting the demonic path, it believed it could turn the tables.

Hmm, it was quite confident about its comeback.

But the results were less than satisfactory.

Firstly, its whispers had no effect. Liu Shuqin outright rejected them. It faced an even greater humiliation.

Every day, it could hear Liu Shuqin reading books on righteousness! Works of Confucianism and Taoism, a whole pile of them, it had to listen to all day.

After all, the demon spirit was born from resentment and chaotic thoughts, thriving in sinful environments for growth.

But now, it was forced to listen to righteousness all day. Liu Shuqin not only read but also tried to discuss with it, explaining the classic texts of propriety.

How could a demon spirit possibly read that sort of stuff?!

“In the beginning, humans are inherently good. All things possess a spirit, including demon spirits, remnants of negative thoughts. But resentment and righteousness are merely one thought apart. Throughout history, countless wayward souls have returned upon meeting willing mentors. I aspire to learn from the esteemed sages and wish to be your mentor. I hope that in the future, people will not harbor prejudice against demon spirits, and that we can coexist harmoniously. Don’t you think so?”

Demon Spirit: “…”

You might as well just destroy me!!!