Chapter 239: Changing Their Fates for Sure
“Chenchen…”
As Su Xiaoxiao heard Su Xinghe’s words, her heart ached deeply.
“Don’t call me Chenchen! Su Chenchen… This person died a long time ago!”
Su Xinghe paused briefly, biting her lip so hard it almost bled as she struggled to say the most hurtful things.
These words stabbed Su Xiaoxiao’s heart like a sharp kn*fe, causing her to feel suffocating pain.
But Su Xiaoxiao didn’t defend herself. She just lowered her head silently, accepting Su Xinghe’s merciless criticism and accusations as if she deserved every bit of it.
This was what she had to endure. She had no right to seek Su Xinghe’s forgiveness. It was her fault that her own sister had ended up this way. She had destroyed that once warm and harmonious family…
Between these sisters, there seemed to be an invisible, thick barrier between them.
Once closest to each other, they now felt so distant and unfamiliar.
Watching this, Yun Zhonghe couldn’t help but take a deep breath. A strong surge welled inside him.
He couldn’t wait any longer!
Yun Zhonghe strode forward swiftly.
Su Xinghe also noticed Yun Zhonghe, but didn’t take him seriously.
She knew who he was – the young master of the Yun family in Cangzhou City, recently rising as a new star among the Outer Gate disciples, and someone who was close with Su Xiaoxiao.
However, what did all that matter? In Xuantian Sect, there were plenty of geniuses, so she’d deal with such things when she entered inner cultivation.
But Yun Zhonghe was undeterred. He drew closer, his tall figure looming like a towering mountain, blocking out the sunlight that had shone on Su Xinghe and casting her entirely in shadow.
In that moment, Su Xinghe felt an intangible pressure. Her heart tightened, and a look of shock flashed across her eyes at Yun Zhonghe’s indomitable aura.
The difference in their heights made her raise her chin.
“What are you doing…?”
Su Xinghe’s voice trembled slightly. She tried to mask her anxiety with words, but under Yun Zhonghe’s piercing gaze, she found herself averting her eyes, acting like a child caught in a misadventure, afraid to meet the eyes of an authority figure.
“Why bother lying? You’re actually very grateful to Xiaoxiao for saving you, aren’t you? Why slander her with such malice?”
Yun Zhonghe spoke calmly yet firmly. Each word hit Su Xinghe like a sledgehammer.
“What?!” Su Xinghe was taken off guard by Yun Zhonghe’s spot-on accusation, but quickly regained her composure and rebutted, “Nonsense! Who needs her? Who cares about her…”
Thud!
Yun Zhonghe struck Su Xinghe on the head with his palm.
Even Su Xiaoxiao watched in disbelief.
“Ow! That hurts! You… How dare you hit me! You disrespect a Senior Sister like that!”
Su Xinghe teared up, clutching her throbbing head.
Her tone carried both anguish and indignation, protesting against Yun Zhonghe’s “ab*se.”
Yun Zhonghe maintained a stoic expression: “Didn’t you disrespect your own sister as well? If you can’t do it, why demand I do it? As a Senior Sister, you should set a good example.”
“What sister? I don’t have a sister! This j*rk…”
Thud!
“Aaaargh!!!”
Regardless of the victim, Yun Zhonghe never held back unless dealing with the main characters.
And after going through all this, Yun Zhonghe thought these people were just being stubborn and needed a good scolding.
Must be from poor upbringing, developing bad habits.
Then let Yun Zhonghe deliver a dose of much-needed character correction!
“I’ll k*ll you!”
Thud!
“You, you…”
Thud!
Su Xinghe was going bonkers. Despite planning to get serious, her spiritual energy gathered only fleetingly before Yun Zhonghe effortlessly disrupted it. Another loud smack landed on her head.
Knock knock!
No more hitting!
It will make you dumb and stunt your growth!
After God knows how many smacks, Su Xinghe’s brain felt like it was smoking. Tears welled up, her nose started dripping, and she grew angrier and more aggrieved than ever before.
She had never been treated this unfairly!
Nevertheless, Yun Zhonghe noted her eyes turning clear again.
Stubbornness like hers could only be broken by force.
So he said casually, “Since you’re sisters, just talk it out.”
“But…”
Su Xinghe hung her head. Her pride and obstinacy crumbled completely. Though just an outer gate disciple, barely at the Foundation Establishment stage, Yun Zhonghe easily subdued her, appearing to exert minimal effort. This utterly humbled Su Xinghe, even making her more respectful and compliant.
Yun Zhonghe crossed his arms, his demeanor exuding an undeniable authority, like a teacher reprimanding a troublesome student. Obediently, Su Xinghe stood before him, pursing her lips, refusing to rebel in any way.
With an unwavering tone, Yun Zhonghe commanded, “Now, stand at attention! Turn around! March! Apologize to Su Xiaoxiao!”
To everyone’s surprise, Su Xinghe turned silently, then walked to Su Xiaoxiao with her head bowed low.
In that instant, she was a completely different person, far more compliant.
“Chenchen…”
Confused, Su Xiaoxiao stared at the scene unfolding.
The two sisters froze, standing awkwardly face-to-face. The atmosphere felt somewhat awkward.
Su Xinghe lifted her face, tears welling up uncontrollably in her eyes, completely losing her dignity and sobbing unashamedly.
At last, she shed her façade and revealed her true self.
She looked at Su Xiaoxiao, feeling a pang of heartache.
All those misunderstandings, all that intentional distance—they were now nothing but endless guilt and longing.
“Sis… I… I’m sorry… Waahhhhh… Sis sis sis!!”
Suddenly, Su Xinghe broke down, throwing herself into Su Xiaoxiao’s embrace like a wronged child seeking solace from a parent.
Tears streamed down her face as she clung to Su Xiaoxiao tightly, pouring out all her grievances and pain.
In that moment, Su Xiaoxiao felt frozen, her pupils dilating in disbelief.
It felt like a dream… No, even in the sweetest of dreams, she wouldn’t dare hope for such a moment.
“Chenchen…”
In that instant, Su Xiaoxiao’s emotions mirrored Su Xinghe’s, her eyes filling with tears, too overwhelmed to hold them back.
Tears cascaded down, and the two sisters wept together, their faces drenched.
“Sis, I’m sorry. I’ve been rough on you… But… really… I missed you so much…”
“Chenchen… It’s my fault… I’m the one who put you through this… Everything’s my doing…”
The sisters hugged each other, crying uncontrollably.
Beside them, Yun Zhonghe, hands planted on hips, smiled with a mix of resignation and relief.
Could they not communicate peacefully?
Only after getting whacked did they finally open up.
Yun Zhonghe already knew the whole story.
Though she seemed cold on the outside, Su Xinghe cared deeply for her sister and aimed to keep her safe from the chaos of the Su family. To ensure her sister’s freedom and independence, she kept a distance, remaining detached.
Over the years, the Su family had always wanted to deal with Su Xiaoxiao, but Su Xinghe’s persistent cultivation and improvement had protected her, making sure Su Xiaoxiao could live freely in Suzhou City without being manipulated by the family.
Although Su Xiaoxiao faced persecution in Suzhou City, this was the best she could manage with Su Xinghe’s efforts.
Despite her struggle, Su Xinghe never voiced her hardships to anyone. She bore everything silently, burying her tears and pain.
Even in the original story, she hadn’t revealed her struggles to anyone, merely guarding till the right person came along to protect Su Xiaoxiao.
Her sacrifices went unnoticed.
Su Xinghe, still mired in stagnation at the Golden Core stage, might have finally reached a dead end. With her unable to contribute more benefits, greedy family members now sought to exploit Su Xiaoxiao’s innocence.
How could Su Xinghe not be anxious? She forced herself to play the villain, appearing distant and cold-hearted to shield Su Xiaoxiao.
Everything she did was for Su Xiaoxiao’s future.
She willingly accepted all misunderstandings and blame, hoping only for Su Xiaoxiao’s happiness.
If this wasn’t love, Yun Zhonghe would have no idea what it was.
She was truly Su Xiaoxiao’s guardian!
Sisters caring for each other yet pretending enemies—that sort of anguish was unimaginable by ordinary standards. Knowing the truth, Yun Zhonghe couldn’t stand by and watch them suffer.
Su Xinghe’s relentless efforts deserved better outcomes. He had forced Su Xinghe to remove her façade and reconcile with her sister, sharing their burdens honestly.
Amidst this moment of reunion and warmth, Yun Zhonghe felt redundant.
Silently, he departed, carrying a sense of satisfaction, leaving Su Xiaoxiao and Su Xinghe alone.
Su Xiaoxiao caught glimpses of Yun Zhonghe’s thoughtful exit.
Holding Su Xinghe tightly, her gaze followed where he had gone, her heart swelling with overwhelming gratitude.
