Chapter 73: The Increasing Essence of Yellow Hair
Lin Zhongyu’s consciousness was hazy, as if she were trapped in a dark ocean, drowning and utterly confused.
Somewhere in the depths of her mind, she recalled what had happened before she fainted. She realized she was ambushed by a demon cultivator, and a wave of regret washed over her.
Was this the punishment from above? Jealous because Yun Zhonghe and Xue’er were getting too close, she was being a bad kid, and bad kids deserved to be captured!
She felt so regretful! Deep down, she knew she shouldn’t have these incorrect thoughts.
Now she truly recognized her mistakes. If only she could apologize to Yun Zhonghe and Xue’er properly.
“Xiao Yu! Xiao Yu!”
In the haze, Lin Zhongyu thought she faintly heard Xue’er calling her.
Yet, submerged in darkness, she couldn’t move at all; even if she wanted to respond, she couldn’t.
Just then, a hand reached out, grabbing her tightly and pulling her out of the dark depths.
……
“Xue’er…?”
Xue’er was busy transmitting spiritual energy to Lin Zhongyu. All the cultivators captured in the dungeon had been given dispersing spirit pills, leaving them completely helpless.
Fortunately, Xue’er and Lin Zhongyu were close enough that she could directly help her. As Xue’er’s pure spiritual energy flowed into Lin Zhongyu’s dantian, the fog enveloping her mind gradually cleared.
She finally opened her eyes.
“Xiao Yu, thank goodness, you’re awake!”
Xue’er couldn’t hold back her joy; her worried expression finally eased a bit, and suddenly she lost her composure with tears glistening in her eyes.
Lin Zhongyu was fine! Xue’er realized that Lin Zhongyu had been splashed with some essence of Stone Hedge Grass, which she must have hastily used during the crisis to avoid harm, so she was only captured without being injured.
Who would’ve thought the gift from Yun Zhonghe would play such a crucial role in a moment of need?
Otherwise, Lin Zhongyu might’ve ended up missing limbs like the others, preventing her escape!
“Xue’er, you… also got caught?”
Lin Zhongyu was still a bit dazed, subconsciously thinking Xue’er had been captured too.
Xue’er instinctively opened her mouth, but after glancing at Yun Zhonghe, who was busy behind her, she pondered for a moment and said, “I came in with Yun brother to save you.”
“Ah…”
The shock to Lin Zhongyu’s heart was unimaginable.
She had been tangled up in issues concerning Yun Zhonghe and Xue’er, even a bit gloomy about it, but when she was in danger, these two risked everything to come and save her!
These two were willing to put their lives on the line for her, while she had been so petty.
Shame, regret, and heartfelt emotions flooded her, almost causing her to shed tears.
“Xue’er, I…”
“Don’t say anything, just rest properly. We can talk once we get out.”
Xue’er tightly grasped Lin Zhongyu’s hand, their eyes meeting, and everything was said without words.
Given their relationship, there was no need for more.
“Wonderful! The main character must be feeling super emotional right now—her fondness for Huang Aotian has definitely gone up a notch.”
Yun Zhonghe, intentionally hanging back to let Xue’er shine, couldn’t help but feel this way.
However, he had to admit that Xue’er’s care for Lin Zhongyu was truly unparalleled and selfless. Just this was enough to make Yun Zhonghe swoon.
Especially since even though both were covered in dirt, the way they looked at each other exuded an extraordinarily pure beauty. Yun Zhonghe dared to say that if this scene were in the original story, it would definitely be turned into a stunning CG.
How nice! You two are great together, and as long as you’re good, I’ll be good too!
Yun Zhonghe secretly displayed an auntie-like smile, while the injured cultivators he was feeding recovery pills to shuddered upon seeing his suddenly eerie grin.
Holy moly! Why does he look so much like a villain when he smiles? Could we have a traitor among us?!
Once Xue’er had taken care of Lin Zhongyu, she swiftly walked towards Yun Zhonghe.
“Xiao Yu is fine now; I’ll help you too.”
Unexpectedly, Xue’er proactively approached Yun Zhonghe, catching him off guard and filling him with immense gratitude.
A good bro hasn’t forgotten his loyalty! He’s not just thinking about getting cozy with the main character after saving her.
Just for that, Yun Zhonghe felt it was worth it! His efforts were finally paying off.
“It’s alright, it’s just me and Xiao Hu here.”
“Xiao Yu is okay now; I’ve already neutralized the effects of the dispersing spirit pill for her, so she can recover her spiritual energy on her own.”
The dispersing spirit pill needed spiritual energy to counteract it. If the effects persisted, there would be no way to accumulate energy, trapping one in a vicious cycle.
But the solution was simple: either have a companion provide a little spiritual energy to neutralize it or use a recovery pill.
Noticing Xue’er was eager to help, Yun Zhonghe couldn’t refuse, as it was indeed the right choice given the urgent circumstances.
“Alright, take these pills and feed them to the folks over there.”
“Hmm… also….”
“Hmm? What is it?”
Suddenly, Yun Zhonghe noticed Xue’er fidgeting.
“Th-thank you…”
“Eh?” Yun Zhonghe was caught off guard.
Xue’er’s face flushed deeper: “I mean, thank you for rescuing Xiao Yu. I could never have done it alone without you.”
Unlike her usual awkward gratitude, this time Yun Zhonghe could feel the sincerity and heartfelt nature from Huang Aotian.
A wave of “finally, my kid acknowledges my sacrifices; it hasn’t been easy!” washed over him.
But Yun Zhonghe maintained a calm expression, his tone steady: “Aren’t we friends? This is what I should do.”
At that moment, a flicker of astonishment flashed in Xue’er’s eyes.
She knew her attitude towards Yun Zhonghe had never been the best, yet he still regarded her as a friend.
Even though Xue’er’s instincts still thought there was something off about Yun Zhonghe, she couldn’t help but feel confused, starting to doubt her instincts.
Could it be… she was wrong?
On the other side, seeing Xue’er’s sincere thank-you, Lin Zhongyu felt genuinely happy.
She wouldn’t agonize over it anymore. She realized that no matter what, Yun Zhonghe and Xue’er would definitely risk everything to help her. No matter what happened, they wouldn’t leave her.
So she felt at ease and was even more determined that the three of them must live harmoniously together from now on.
“By the way… didn’t you say you didn’t bring any recovery pills? So where did all these recovery pills come from?”
Just then, Xue’er suddenly discovered a blind spot.
Earlier, on the Spirit Boat, Yun Zhonghe used the excuse of not bringing any medicine to swipe all her spiritual liquid, but now there were so many recovery pills appearing out of nowhere…
