章節 96: Chapter 96: Jixuanyuan, I'll Be with You
Chiyou, being simple and ignorant, can be easily persuaded. However, Jixuanyuan, bearing heavy responsibilities, is not so easily convinced.
"Inch Sword Style: Landslide!"
Facing Jixuanyuan, who was engulfed in black energy, the blonde girl held the sword with both hands. Her petite and agile figure spun three times in the air before she struck down with a heavy blow.
"Bang!"
Jixuanyuan resisted with one hand on her sword, but the heavy impact forced her to step back.
Fu Hua and Durandal appeared on Jixuanyuan's left and right, each grabbing one of her hands. Fu Hua spoke in a deep voice:
"Jixuanyuan, calm down. You're in a dangerous state!"
"Jingwei, why are you stopping me? We must eliminate Chiyou now! This is my duty!"
"Listen, we have a better way! You don't need to bear all the burdens alone. Calm down and stay rational!"
"Ah!!!"
The surging Honkai energy erupted from Jixuanyuan's body, shaking Fu Hua and Durandal away. Black flames emerged from the Xuanyuan Sword, instantly forming a black sun.
"Angel!"
Amid Fu Hua's worried shouts, Angel landed heavily, her long sword stuck in the ground, sliding back uncontrollably for a long distance before stabilizing. She cut off her burning hair and responded to Fu Hua:
"Master, I'm fine. But we can't stop Jixuanyuan. What should we do now?"
This was the third failed attempt to block her. Fu Hua didn't want to hurt anyone, and Durandal felt that a hero dedicated to protecting the people shouldn't be an enemy, making it difficult to control the powerful Jixuanyuan.
"Buy me some time. I'll try to awaken her consciousness!"
Fu Hua knew they couldn't delay any longer. Although she and Durandal could withstand Jixuanyuan, she wasn't sure how long Jixuanyuan could last under the influence of the Honkai.
With determination, Fu Hua raised her right hand, stood with her left hand behind her, took a deep breath, and closed her eyes.
'This is risky, right? Could there be a flaw?'
'Don't panic, we're also skilled at manipulating consciousness. It's not so easy to be seen through!'
Angel was momentarily nervous but then looked at Durandal and charged towards Jixuanyuan, who was holding her sword.
"Lady Durandal, this is my first time working with an S-rank. Originally, we students were just supposed to experience high-level tasks and gain experience, but now we're fighting side by side. I'm not very experienced, so please guide me!"
"You're doing well. I heard you've only been enrolled for less than half a year? With your talent and hard work, you'll be an S-rank soon. Let's work hard together!"
They exchanged brief words, then one wielding a sword and the other a spear, pushed Jixuanyuan back together.
"Bang! Bang! Bang!"
The sound of swords clashing and sparks flying echoed, with the surrounding ground being constantly destroyed.
As Durandal said, Angel's speed, strength, and swordsmanship didn't hinder her at all, effectively restraining Jixuanyuan.
Durandal felt regret while holding back Jixuanyuan.
'If this child were trained at the headquarters, she'd probably be an S-rank by now. However, learning Fu Hua's swordsmanship isn't a waste. There's a lot to look forward to in her future!'
Durandal's mouth slightly raised, then she focused her attention, gathering heavy force on her gun, and suppressed Jixuanyuan's repeated attempts to break through.
Meanwhile, Fu Hua opened her eyes in the spiritual realm.
This was a dark, lonely, and empty world. Only Jixuanyuan, wearing a red dress and a golden crown, stood in a sea of blood filled with swords, struggling against the entangling dark breath.
Fu Hua sighed in relief. Being able to see a clear consciousness body directly meant that the situation wasn't too severe and the possibility of rescue was high.
Fu Hua approached Jixuanyuan and waved her palm.
Instantly, the darkness dissipated, replaced by a boundless lake as calm as a mirror, reflecting the clear blue sky and white clouds, forming a beautiful and ethereal dreamscape.
Jixuanyuan's body weakened, and she fell into Fu Hua's arms.
"Jingwei, where is this?"
"This is my spiritual world. I want you to feel my current state of mind. How is it? Do you feel better?"
Fu Hua touched Jixuanyuan's face, seeing her weak and tired expression. Her heart ached with a desire to help and protect her.
Jixuanyuan gazed at the boundless mirror-like lake, indeed feeling a peaceful and indifferent state of mind, as if there was no need to panic even if a mountain fell on her.
"You are amazing, Jingwei."
"This is nothing, just a small gain from years of practice. What are you facing? Can you rid yourself of those evil thoughts?"
"I'm sorry, Jingwei. I'm too fragile. Since I woke up, the hatred for Chiyou, the fear of the loneliness and darkness for a thousand years, and the longing for you, these things have been corroding me, turning me into... not myself. Jingwei, I can't resist. I really can't."
"It's been five thousand years since the battle with Chiyou. You've persisted for five thousand years and regained yourself. This is a miracle only you could create. So don't blame yourself, don't be afraid. You can overcome the temptation of the Honkai!"
Fu Hua held Jixuanyuan's delicate body tightly, trying to convey her trust and encouragement.
Jixuanyuan stared at Fu Hua, tears in her eyes.
"Jingwei, I'm so happy to see you, but I'm so tired. I can't hold on any longer."
"No, you can't give up! Jixuanyuan, you have to hold on. You can't just die like this!"
"That's too much. I've worked so hard for so long, and you don't want me to rest?"
"I'm sorry..."
Fu Hua, being honest, could only respond to such complaints with a guilty look.
"I'm sorry. I can't lose another friend. Please stay, okay?"
Fu Hua pleaded guiltily.
If she hadn't known, she could still bear it. But now, seeing her old friend again and knowing she still existed, Fu Hua couldn't bear to lose more.
Jixuanyuan looked at Fu Hua steadily for a long time. A beautiful smile bloomed on her weak face.
"Jingwei, you're so cunning. How can I refuse after you say that? But you have to accompany me well in the future. I've been lonely for too long and don't want to bear the pain of being alone anymore."
"Okay, I will accompany you, and you will accompany me. Let's go back to Mount Taixu together!"
Fu Hua hugged Jixuanyuan, touched her forehead, and made a promise.
As for Otto's mission, that could wait for a while.
...
"Boom!!!"
In the real world, Jixuanyuan's body burst with energy, forcing Durandal and Angel back.
Because they didn't want to hurt anyone, they couldn't exert their full combat power, leaving even the Golden Saint Goose to repeatedly avoid Jixuanyuan's attacks.
Just as Angel and Durandal were about to advance, Fu Hua came between them and stopped them with her hand.
"Jixuanyuan, I will accompany you next."
[Perhaps we crossed swords, expressed our friendship, and urged each other to make progress. I understand your pain, despair, and resentment, so come and vent to me. No matter what, you still have me. I will accompany you.]
Fu Hua conveyed her feelings to Jixuanyuan but, as expected, received no response in this situation.
She didn't need Jixuanyuan's response but took the sword from Angel's hand, its blade emitting a colorless and sharp light.
"Jingwei!!"
The two figures collided like thunder and fire, their swords intertwining, and sword energy spread across the field.
"Clang—"
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