latelenovela Chapter 177: Sudden "Imprisonment"
Chapter 177: Sudden "Imprisonment"
Xinghan quickly picked up the handkerchief beside him and carefully wiped the blood from the corner of Xingyun's mouth. Every wipe was like wiping away the pain in his heart.
"Don't... don't feel sad for me." Xingyun panted and tried to force a smile, "I... am afraid that I will have to take the same path that everyone else has to take."
Seeing this, Xinghan's face instantly became solemn. He quickly supported Xingyun's shaky body and said softly but firmly: "Xingyun, don't talk nonsense, you will definitely get better. Lie down and rest first, we will slowly think of a solution."
Xingyun forced a smile, but that smile hid fatigue and helplessness that were difficult to conceal.
He gently pushed Xinghan's hand away and tried to stand on his own, but his body shook involuntarily and he coughed up blood again.
Xinghan hurried forward and carefully wiped the blood from the corner of Xingyun's mouth with his sleeve, his eyes full of heartache and anxiety.
"Xinghan..." Xingyun panted, his voice weak but full of apology.
"I... I'm afraid I don't have much time left. If I really die before you, my 'father', it would be the greatest act of filial piety on my part. Please... please forgive me for my sin of filial piety."
Xinghan felt as if his heart was hit by a heavy hammer when he heard this. He held Xingyun's hand tightly, his voice choking:
"Xingyun, what nonsense are you talking about! You are my son. In my heart, you have long been like a family member. Your life is more important than anything else. I won't allow you to talk about yourself like this, and I won't allow you to give up!"
Xingyun felt the warmth and firmness in Xinghan's palm, and a tear flashed in his eyes.
"Xinghan, I... I know your good intentions. But I know my body well, and I'm afraid it won't last too long. I just hope that in the remaining days I have, I can do more for you to repay your kindness in raising me."
Xinghan shook his head, his eyes full of determination:
"No, Xingyun. Your mission is not to repay me, but to live well, for yourself and for those who care about you. We will find a way to cure you, we will! In my heart, you are strong, independent, and capable, much better than your father. Your life is more important than anything else. I won't allow you to say that about yourself, and I won't allow you to give up! We will find a way, we will!"
"Thank you, Xinghan. It is my greatest luck to have a 'father' like you. But... I am afraid that I can no longer be by your side."
The sound of the clouds became weaker and weaker, as if it would disappear into the air at any time.
After hearing this, Xinghan became even more determined to save Xingyun.
He gently patted the back of Xingyun's hand and comforted him:
"Don't let your imagination run wild, Xingyun. You have to believe in me and believe in miracles. The most important thing for you now is to have a good rest and take good care of your body. Leave the rest to me."
After saying that, Xinghan held Xingyun's hand, but his eyes looked out the window firmly.
He knew that at this moment he had to remain calm and rational and find a glimmer of hope for Xingyun.
Xinghan stayed with Xingyun, and only heaved a sigh of relief after he fell into a sound sleep.
As long as he is alive, he will definitely find a suitable way to save Xingyun.
Just as Xinghan was lost in thought, a clear and long phoenix cry suddenly sounded in the yard, bringing him back to reality immediately.
The sound penetrated the tranquility of the early morning, as if it carried some kind of sacredness and solemnity.
Xinghan's heart trembled suddenly, and he immediately realized that this was definitely not an ordinary sign.
He quickly put down Xingyun's hand, a hint of eagerness and expectation flashed in his eyes, and then he turned and rushed out of the room and headed straight for the yard. The sunlight shone on the bluestone road, reflecting his hurried and firm steps.
When he arrived in the yard, Xinghan was stunned by the scene before him.
I saw a gorgeous phoenix standing proudly in the courtyard, its feathers shining with colorful light, like the most gorgeous clouds in the sky. Every time it spread its wings, it seemed to stir up the wind and clouds, releasing endless majesty and nobility.
Xinghan's eyes were fixed on the phoenix, and an indescribable excitement and shock surged in his heart.
He took a few steps forward slowly, with a hint of uncertainty and expectation in his voice:
"Shen Li, is that you?"
As soon as he finished speaking, the phoenix suddenly flapped its wings gently and made an even clearer and more melodious cry, as if responding to Xinghan's call.
At that moment, Xinghan's heart was filled with endless joy. He was about to cheer loudly for Shen Li's breakthrough in cultivation, but he saw the gorgeous phoenix in front of him slowly revealing another secret.
Although the Phoenix's figure still radiated a dazzling light, that light seemed to be mixed with a hint of imperceptible fatigue and struggle.
Shen Li's voice, with a hint of apology and determination, penetrated the tranquility of the early morning:
“Xinghan, actually… at the critical moment of my spiritual power training, I suddenly felt the spiritual power in my body surge, almost breaking my limit. In order to stabilize this power, I had to quickly restore myself to the form of a phoenix, using the purity and power of the phoenix blood to balance this out-of-control spiritual power.”
Her words revealed an extraordinary tenacity and perseverance, which made Xinghan feel admiration for her.
He gently stroked Shen Li's gradually dimming but still warm feathers, and gently comforted her:
"Shen Li, you have done very well. A breakthrough in cultivation is not easy, let alone at such a critical moment. I believe that your efforts and persistence will bring you a more brilliant future."
Shen Li looked up at Xinghan, her eyes gleaming with gratitude and trust. She said softly:
"Thank you, Xinghan. I really didn't expect this to happen. Although I encountered a little trouble, I'm glad to have you here."
Shen Li's feathers still shone with eye-catching brilliance in the morning light, and each feather seemed to contain endless vitality and spiritual power fluctuations.
It's breathtakingly beautiful, but there's trouble with it.
This would temporarily restrain her from moving freely.
He sighed softly, his eyes full of pity and helplessness for Shen Li.
There was more worry mixed in Xinghan's smile. He frowned and had to make a decision.
"Shen Li, I know you are unhappy with this, but I am also thinking about your safety."
Xinghan explained gently, carefully picking up Shen Li and walking to a hidden corner deep in the room.
"Your light is too dazzling. If someone passes by at this moment, they will definitely be attracted. And you are weak now. You need to rest and cannot be disturbed."
Although Shen Li transformed into a phoenix, her consciousness was still clear, and she was naturally aware of Xinghan's actions.
She flapped her wings gently and made a few dissatisfied chirps, as if protesting against this sudden "imprisonment".
However, her eyes also revealed a hint of understanding and gratitude. She knew that Xinghan did this entirely out of concern and protection for her.