Chapter 164 Repentance for the Severed Finger
Chapter 164 Repentance for the Severed Finger
As the first rays of morning sunlight shone on the ancient forest, Leng Feng arrived alone at the grave of the Old Man of the Demon Spring.
The surroundings were quiet and still, with only the rustling of pine needles in the wind.
He knelt before the tombstone, his hands clasped together, his eyes filled with deep remorse.
"Godfather, if you are watching from heaven, please forgive my past recklessness and ignorance."
Leng Feng's voice was deep and firm, "These past few days, I have been reflecting on my behavior. For Twilight Sparkle, for everyone, I must change."
Leng Feng closed his eyes, recalling the past. Those impulsive actions and wrong decisions filled him with immense guilt.
He knew that a true warrior must not only bravely face the enemy, but also dare to face his own heart.
"I will prove my change through my actions. Please bless Twilight Sparkle, and bless us all."
Leng Feng said softly, tears silently sliding down his cheeks.
He knelt before the tombstone, silently repenting.
As the sun sets, the evening glow on the horizon burns like fire.
Qiu Ziyue stood quietly in front of the old man's grave, her expression solemn.
She gently stroked the inscription on the tombstone, her heart filled with respect and gratitude for the old man.
"Uncle Moquan, you have sacrificed so much for us."
Qiu Ziyue said in a low voice, "I promised you I would protect this place and make those who hurt you pay the price they deserve."
Leng Feng knelt before the tombstone, silently watching everything unfold.
Qiu Ziyue turned to face Leng Feng, her eyes filled with determination.
“Leng Feng, I know you have repented and changed a lot. However, some things cannot be easily forgiven.”
Leng Feng lowered his head and did not refute.
“I understand, Twilight Sparkle. Whatever you want me to do, I’m willing to do it.”
Qiu Ziyue's expression was serious and solemn.
Leng Feng knelt before her, holding a gleaming dagger in his hands.
“Twilight Sparkle, I know that my mistakes cannot be easily forgiven. So, please let me follow my heart and become your bodyguard. I think this is also my adoptive father’s last wish.”
Leng Feng's voice was deep and firm.
Qiu Ziyue looked at him with a hint of reluctance in her eyes.
"Leng Feng, you've already done so much, there's no need to do anything more..."
Leng Feng raised his head, his gaze as firm as iron.
"This is my wish, and it is also my atonement for my godfather and everyone else. Please let me do it."
Qiu Ziyue remained silent for a moment, then finally nodded.
"Alright, I hope you can learn from this and always remember the promise you made today."
Leng Feng took a deep breath, slowly raised the dagger, and gently sliced it across the side of his left ring finger.
Blood dripped onto the ground, staining the stone slabs red.
His expression showed no hesitation, but rather a more resolute one.
"From this day forward, I am Leng Feng, the master of the Demon Spring Palace, and also Qiu Ziyue's attendant. I will swear to protect the Demon Spring Palace with my life and to be loyal to Qiu Ziyue to the death."
Leng Feng dipped his dagger in blood and wrote the word "loyalty" on the ground, meaning "never to betray, regardless of life or death."
Qiu Ziyue stepped forward and said, "Actually, you didn't have to do this. You have your freedom, but you shouldn't have killed your godfather."
Leng Feng cut off a finger, and the pain was unbearable, almost causing him to faint. Lu Yuanchangming and Qi Yuxuan wanted to come over to help Leng Feng up and stop the bleeding.
Leng Feng said, "You don't need to worry about me. This is what I deserve. My godfather treated me very well when he was alive, but I have failed as a human being."
“Let me repent here, that way I’ll feel like a man again,” Leng Feng continued.
Qiu Ziyue, Lu Yuanchangming, and Qi Yuxuan left silently.
Leng Feng continued to kneel before the tomb of the Old Man of the Demon Spring. In this tranquil mountain forest, he felt an unprecedented peace and tranquility.
His mindset is also gradually changing. The impulsive and willful boy he once was has now become calm and responsible.
He understood that true loyalty is not just a verbal promise, but also a steadfast commitment in action.
As night fell, Qiu Ziyue and Qi Yuxuan began their four-day, four-night recovery process.
"how do you feel?"
Qi Yuxuan asked with concern, looking at Qiu Ziyue with gentle eyes.
Qiu Ziyue smiled slightly: "I feel much better. My head doesn't hurt anymore, and I seem to have remembered a lot of things."
Qi Yuxuan nodded, his heart filled with satisfaction.
"That's good. You will be fully recovered in forty-nine days."
As time passed, Qiu Ziyue's memories gradually returned.
She remembered every little detail of the past, including the time she spent with Leng Feng, Lu Yuanchangming, Qi Yuxuan, Liu Xu, and her three senior brothers, and how happy she was.
Every image is vividly etched in my mind, as if it had never disappeared.
"I finally remember..."
Qiu Ziyue murmured to herself, tears glistening in her eyes, "So I've been through so much."
Although her memories have returned, her martial arts skills have not yet been restored.
Qiu Ziyue knew that this would require more time and effort.
Forty-nine days later, Qiu Ziyue and Qi Yuxuan slowly rose from the hot spring.
After four nights of immersion, they felt a new power flowing into their bodies.
Qiu Ziyue's headache completely disappeared, and she felt refreshed.
"My mission is accomplished," Qi Yuxuan said softly, a faint smile on his face.
Qiu Ziyue nodded and said gratefully, "Thank you, Qi Yuxuan. I'm so grateful for your company and support during this time."
Qi Yuxuan gently shook his head: "This is what we should do. Next, we will work together to help you recover your martial arts skills."
Back at her lodgings, Qiu Ziyue found everyone waiting for her.
Leng Feng, Lu Yuanchangming, Liu Qingluo, Zhuifeng, Yun Feiyang, and Liu Xu sat around in the living room, their faces showing concern.
"Twilight Sparkle, you're finally back!"
Liu Xu excitedly went forward and hugged her tightly.
Qiu Ziyue responded with a smile, "I'm fine now, thank you everyone for your concern."
Lu Yuanchangming stepped forward, his tone sincere: "Ziyue, I'm really happy to see you getting better. In the days to come, we will protect you together and help you recover your martial arts."
Qiu Ziyue nodded, her heart filled with gratitude.
"I know that with you all by my side, I will definitely get back on my feet."
Inside the Demon Spring Palace, laughter and joy filled the air as everyone celebrated Qiu Ziyue's recovery and Leng Feng's growth.
However, in this joyful atmosphere, Qi Yuxuan suddenly felt dizzy, swayed, and almost fell.
Qiu Ziyue reacted quickly and caught him.
"Yuxuan, what's wrong?"
Qiu Ziyue asked anxiously, her brows furrowed.
Qi Yuxuan smiled slightly, trying to hide his weakness: "It's nothing, I'm just a little tired."
Lu Yuanchangming immediately stepped forward and took Qi Yuxuan's pulse.
A moment later, his expression turned serious.
"Ziyue, Yuxuan's condition is not very optimistic."
Lu Yuanchangming said in a low voice, "He must have been heartbroken because of the tragedy that befell his family. In addition, he used up a lot of his true energy to heal you, so his body is very weak. He needs to rest more and recuperate during this period."
Qiu Ziyue's heart sank, filled with guilt and worry.
"It's all because of me..."
Qi Yuxuan gently patted her hand and comforted her, "Don't blame yourself so much, it was my own choice. I'm glad you're alright."
After everyone left, Qiu Ziyue sat quietly by the bed, watching over the sleeping Qi Yuxuan.
Her eyes were full of concern and tenderness.
The only sound in the room was faint breathing, and Qiu Ziyue's fingers gently stroked Qi Yuxuan's cheek.
Qi Yuxuan slightly opened his eyes, saw Qiu Ziyue still beside him, and smiled.
"Twilight Sparkle, you don't need to stay by my side all the time. You need to rest too."
Qiu Ziyue shook her head and said firmly, "I'm not tired. I'll stay here with you. You've done so much for me, now it's my turn to take care of you."
A hint of emotion flashed in Qi Yuxuan's eyes, and he said softly, "I feel very safe with you by my side."
Qiu Ziyue held Qi Yuxuan's hand and felt the warmth emanating from his body.
"Yuxuan, you will get better. I will stay here until you are fully recovered."
In order to help Qi Yuxuan recover as soon as possible, Qiu Ziyue specially asked Lu Yuanchangming to prepare nourishing medicinal herbs for Qi Yuxuan.
Every morning, she would personally brew the medicinal soup to ensure that Qi Yuxuan took it on time.
At night, Qiu Ziyue would softly hum ancient tunes, hoping to help Qi Yuxuan relax and recover his health more quickly.
She knew that true care lies not only in actions, but also in emotional companionship.
Under Qiu Ziyue's meticulous care, Qi Yuxuan's health gradually improved.
Qiu Ziyue's meticulous care made him feel endless warmth and support.
He knew he wasn't alone, because she was by his side.
To be continued in the next chapter.
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