Chapter 1078: Chapter 604: Replacing Heaven and Earth (Double Chapter) (Part 2)

"At that time, you were possessed." She seemed to repeat.

Chen Yi, clueless, mocked himself, "In that case, I fear my possession was nothing but an illusion born in my heart, wanting to replace heaven and earth..."

As soon as he finished speaking, he suddenly turned his head, "Was there a moment, just a single moment, when I truly..."

Replaced heaven and earth?

Tongxuan did not answer, nor could he answer, leaving the mystery for Chen Yi to ponder himself.

Chen Yi did not insist; he took a deep breath, realizing that the answer he had in mind was too rebellious, perhaps even unacceptable to heaven and earth. But if it were true, everything could be explained. Tongxuan was Master Zhou’s Heart Demon, also a creature born within the world, encompassed in heaven and earth. In that moment of unconsciousness and indescribable profundity, it seemed he had found her again.

After pausing for a moment, Chen Yi once again surveyed his surroundings. Heart Lake was clear, yet faintly voices circulated. As he lowered his gaze, he saw those obsessions previously contained within his Heart Lake now appearing vaguely in this place. Unlike before, they no longer conflicted like swords and knives, ceaselessly absorbing from this Heart Lake, but instead seemed to coexist with this heaven and earth.

Chen Yi found it quite curious. The scene before him was vastly different from the past instances of conflict and battle. He wanted to ask, but when he turned around, Tongxuan was nowhere to be seen.

Not knowing where he had gone.

Chen Yi had no choice but to step out of the water, attempting to take a closer look. The obsessions wandered harmoniously within the Heart Lake, the unconscious Sword Intent gathering together, as if finding a way to coexist. They appeared to gradually construct the place, "piling up earth and stones," "building mountains." He faintly saw the prototype of Cangwu Peak, unable to comprehend why the previously conflicting Sword Intent was no longer at odds. He incorporated this Sword Intent, allowing his mind to find peace.

After lingering quietly for a long time, Chen Yi was about to stand up and leave,

when, coincidentally, outside the Heart Lake, indistinct voices were transmitted.

"Are you awake?"

......

"Are you awake?"

Yin Tingxue worriedly looked at Chen Yi on the bed, seeing his eyelashes move slightly, her heart skipped a beat, hastily leaning close to his ear to ask:

"Are you awake?"

The eyelashes that just moved suddenly stopped moving, even his breathing suddenly weakened.

Yin Tingxue was startled, fearing she had scared Chen Yi to death...

The young girl froze, at a loss for what to do.

When Chen Yi remained motionless for a long time, without the slightest sound of breathing, the girl’s face turned pale as tears threatened to fall from her eyes. Suddenly, Chen Yi swiveled around on the bed, revealing a playful ghost face.

"Wah!"

Yin Tingxue took two steps back, falling to the ground, yet before the fright subsided, she got up with a puff and hugged Chen Yi.

"You’re awake! You’re awake! Lie down, stay down for a while and don’t get up yet."

Upon hearing her words, Chen Yi suddenly noticed the strong medicinal smell in the room, and immediately, the intense, unspeakable pain swept over him. The dried blood adhered to the bandages, fresh blood seeping through the gaps.

He let out a long, drawn-out "hiss," and Yin Tingxue sounded alarmed, hurriedly pressing his shoulder to lay him down. After a while, Chen Yi understood what was happening from his situation and surroundings.

The Three Spirits and Seven Souls were intact, the Heart Lake unharmed. This immense possession came to an end, fortunately amidst misfortune. He could not hog all the benefits; now the veins all over his body were ruptured, with eight or nine-tenths damaged, as if long-held wealth suddenly evaporated.

Chen Yi did not care much about this. Losing wealth was not frightening; the person remained, and the method to regain wealth still existed. Many people, even after falling into deep chasms, manage to rise again. He was far from any bottomless pit.

Yin Tingxue said, "Rest well. If there’s anything, just call me. Master Zhou says you need quiet recuperation, so I won’t let anyone in."

Her words were right. Chen Yi recalled that given the current situation, the most attentive caregiver was this considerate Little Fox.

"How are they?" Chen Yi asked along the way.

"They? All are good, but worried about you, spending days unable to eat or drink properly. Senior Sister Lu frequently visits, her face expressionless, yet lingering longer each time. Sister Wanshi cried for long, never seen without red eyes. Sister Weiyang chided her for being absent-minded and improper, then secretly cried herself. By the way, I’ll tell you secretly, yesterday, Sister Weiyang tried to barge in and see you but was thrown out by Master Zhou. She doesn’t let me tell anyone..."

Yin Tingxue enumerated, listening to this not-too-long or too-short recount made Chen Yi smile, seeing the Little Fox count on her fingers made him laugh even more.

Laughing, he coughed up blood foam.

Yin Tingxue turned pale with fright, hurriedly taking a wet towel to wipe his mouth, uncharacteristically insisting he lie down properly without moving, this little busybody... Chen Yi felt slightly helpless, but given the circumstances, still lay down obediently on the bed.

"You must rest well." She repeated, "Don’t move around, I won’t talk too much either, nor will anyone disturb you."

"You’re guarding the door, not letting anyone in?"

"I won’t even let Master Zhou in," she said matter-of-factly.

Chen Yi chuckled helplessly, but he accepted, resolving to rest here for some time.

Yin Tingxue started to care for him seriously. Having been involved in a battle far beyond his previous level, Chen Yi’s injuries were severe, nearly lifeless when brought back, even after taking spiritual pills from Dragon and Tiger Mountain, he remained unconscious for days before awaking. Now finally awake, she was extremely cautious, wiping his sweat when needed, scratching when needed, bringing water when needed, even reading books to entertain him. After getting used to the medicinal smell, staying here felt warm and comfortable, causing thoughts to wander...

The night was deep, candlelight flickered in the dark. Yin Tingxue saw him stirring, her heart trembled with fear.

She wasn’t scared of that, having seen enough, but feared Chen Yi’s surge of energy worsening his meridians. She whispered:

"You’re hurt like this, and still thinking about that..."

Chen Yi felt helpless too. Zhou Yitang had effortlessly severed two of his Three Corpses, yet this one couldn’t be cut away, the remaining one being extraordinary.

The firelight illuminated the girl’s face, causing Chen Yi’s inner fire to grow stronger, softly persuading, "How about... you help relieve me a bit with your hand, it’ll be done soon."

Yin Tingxue glared at him, shaking her head.

"But it’s not good, energy surging, I’m itching all over, better a short pain than a long one." Chen Yi’s face was sincere but quite shameless.

The Little Fox still refused, Chen Yi then wore a deeply uncomfortable look, his injuries seemingly worsening.

She truly had no choice. Under Chen Yi’s repeated assurances and persistent persuasion, her heart wavered, cautiously lifting the covers and moving closer.

Chen Yi prepared to enjoy it with closed eyes.

Dong, dong.

At this moment, a knock came from the door.

Yin Tingxue quickly backed away, asking, "Who is it?"

"It’s me." It was Zhou Yitang’s voice.

"Is something wrong, Master Zhou?"

"He has woken up, there are some things to tell you."

Yin Tingxue nodded, turning her face to see Chen Yi’s desire-laden gaze, signaling for her help, Yin Tingxue helplessly promised softly, "I’ll help you after speaking, don’t tell anyone else, or they’ll say about me."

"Say you’re sneaking?" Chen Yi knew the Little Fox disliked such accusations, and smiled, "I won’t say a word, as long as you don’t let anyone in to know."

"Mm-hmm, I won’t let anyone in." After speaking, Yin Tingxue went out to meet Zhou Yitang.

Shortly.

With a sudden ’thud,’ Zhou Yitang entered carrying the unconscious Yin Tingxue.

Chen Yi blinked.

He tried to turn sideways, pulling the exposed part back under the covers, but halfway through, Zhou Yitang cast a cold glance.

That gaze was cold... yet somewhat playful.

Chen Yi’s breathing became rapid,

He suddenly thought of something,

Zhou Yitang had already severed the Three Corpses, holding only an obsession in her heart. The strongest obsession was "master and apprentice," with Tongxuan still in his Heart Lake, she could just leave, cutting off decisively. But now she’s still entangled with him, and even knocked out Yin Tingxue... Since that’s the case, there must be an obsession in her heart beyond master and apprentice...

Marriage?