Chapter 570: Chapter 160 Clarifying Misunderstandings_1
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Ah Dai nodded, and said, "Yeah! You’re alive and well. I’ve already strengthened the meridians in your body. You’ll be much hardier in the future. Isn’t it good to be alive? Forget about the past and start anew. You’re no longer a thief of the Guild. You’ve been reborn."
When Ah Dai mentioned the Guild, a wave of sadness welled up in Mie Feng’s eyes. Recalling her father, and the elders who cared for her, she mournfully said, "Why? Why did you save me? Why didn’t you let me die? I...I..." She then threw herself into Ah Dai’s arms, crying out loud.
At a loss of what to do, Ah Dai held Mie Feng’s delicate body. The faint fragrance from her body was stimulating his senses. Fearing that her intense grief might hinder her newly recovered body, he carefully used his True Qi to soothe the weeping girl. Mie Feng cried as if she was pouring out all of her sorrow. She cried for a good half an hour without any sign of stopping. Ah Dai, fearing she might cry herself sick, comforted her, "Stop crying. It’s all over. It was my fault. I’m sorry. If you want, you can kill me for revenge now."
Mie Feng’s shoulders were twitching continuously as she lay within Ah Dai’s warm embrace. She sobbed and said, "What’s the point of killing you now? It’s not going to bring back my dead relatives."
Ah Dai calmly replied, "As long as you’re alive, there’s hope. Mie Feng, don’t try to die anymore. Your father’s enemies still have to be dealt with. The Master isn’t dead yet. We have to take down the main culprit."
Upon hearing Ah Dai’s words, Mie Feng couldn’t help but recall the day when Ah Dai sacrificed himself to save her. Her body trembled slightly and she finally raised her tear-streaked face, and asked, "Why? Why did you save me, risking yourself? It was me who poisoned you! The ’Unrivalled Holy Water’ is the most potent poison in the world. Even if you have a way to suppress it, it will take its toll sooner or later."
Ah Dai shook his head and said, "No, the ’Unrivalled Holy Water’ isn’t incurable. As long as there is the silver ball that Teacher Goris developed, coupled with the power of a Sword Saint, the toxin can be forced out of the body. I’m fine now, aren’t I? I saved you because it was something I had to do. You’ve done so much for me, how could I just let you die? In my heart, you and Bing are equally important, both are my precious friends."
Murmuring to herself, Mie Feng said, "Precious friend, huh? I understand." She sat up from Ah Dai’s embrace, gave him a troubled glance, and said, "Don’t worry. Since I am alive now, I won’t try to die anymore. What’s your plan now? Are you going to look for the Master? I’ll go with you."
When Ah Dai heard Mie Feng’s question, he felt lost. He didn’t know what he should do. How could he find the Master in this vast continent? Sighing lightly, Ah Dai shook his head and said, "I’m probably going back to Tian Gang Mountain with my two uncles to wait for the four Sword Saints’ trials. As for the Master, I think, he will show up eventually. It’s no use for us to look for him now."
Feeling Ah Dai’s sense of despair, Mie Feng bit her lower lip and asked softly, "Aren’t you going to find her?"
Ah Dai shuddered. His mind was clearer than before, he wasn’t as dazed and immediately realized who Mie Feng was referring to - it was Xuan Yue. His heart ached as if it had been pricked by a sharp needle. It was so painful that his body convulsed. He struggled to say, "I’ve already said it, don’t mention her in front of me. I don’t have anything to do with her. She is her, and I am me."
Mie Feng scoffed and said, "You’re just deceiving yourself. Can you really forget her? You can’t, her image has already taken root in your heart. Even though you want to resist these feelings, your heart won’t lie. Otherwise, there won’t be such a big reaction when I mention her."
Ah Dai stood up abruptly, his voice strained with anger, "No, I can forget her. I’ll definitely be able to forget her. There’s nothing between us."
A gentle smile appeared on Mie Feng’s face. She stood up slowly, facing Ah Dai, and said softly, "Alright, then prove it. If you can forget her, then, kiss me."
Ah Dai stared at the face before him, a mix of complex emotions churning within him. I must forget Xuan Yue. I must forget her. I can’t think about her again. With that thought, he decisively moved towards Mie Feng’s lips. Their lips were inches away from each other, their breaths could be felt. But just as they were about to touch, Ah Dai stopped. Xuan Yue’s beautiful and angry face clearly flashed through his mind. No, I can’t kiss Mie Feng. I don’t love her!
He held Mie Feng’s hands and broke free from her grasp, saying weakly, "I’m sorry, I can’t. I can’t hurt you anymore."
Mie Feng opened her eyes, her gaze filled with despair. Looking at the tall man before her, she knew that she could never win his heart. Swallowing the tears that threatened to fall, Mie Feng said, "You won’t be able to forget her. You will never be able to forget her. If that’s the case, go find her." She grabbed her cloak beside her and swiftly left through the window.
Ah Dai did not try to stop Mie Feng. He could clearly feel the sorrow in her words. Standing there blankly, he didn’t know how to face it all. Bing was gone, Xuan Yue didn’t love him, Mie Feng had left him too. It seemed that he was destined to be alone. He sat down on the bed, his mind a blank.
The door opened, and Yan Shi and Zhuo Yun walked in. Seeing the empty bed, Yan Shi asked in surprise, "Ah Dai, where’s Mie Feng?"
Ah Dai murmured, "She’s gone. She has already left."
Zhuo Yun furrowed his brows and said, "Gone? Why would she leave? Has her health been restored?"
Ah Dai shook his head hard and said painfully, "I don’t know. I don’t know anything."
Yan Shi strode over to Ah Dai and sat down beside him. Holding his shoulders, he said, "Ah Dai, my good brother, what’s wrong with you? Why are you torturing yourself like this?"
Zhuo Yun sighed and said, "His pain is because of Yue Yue. The loss of Yue Yue was a huge blow to him. Yan Shi, it’s time to tell him."
Ah Dai raised his head, looking blankly at Zhuo Yun, "Sister, what should you tell me now?"
Zhuo Yun walked to Ah Dai, gently looking at him, "My good little brother, tell your sister, among the girls you’ve met, who do you like the most. Tell the truth, your sister wants to know."
Ah Dai painfully shook his head, saying, "I, I don’t know."
Zhuo Yun gripped Ah Dai’s face, saying, "No, you do know. You’re just running away, just like Yan Shi ran away from his feelings for me. Tell your sister, who do you really love?"
Ah Dai shuddered. Ever since he saw Yan Shi and the others, his body and mind were focused on the severely injured Mie Feng. It was only now that he realised that Zhuo Yun could be there with Yan Shi, their relationship must have changed. He said in surprise, "Sister, you and Brother Yan Shi? You... "
Zhuo Yun’s face turned red, but she still firmly said, "Yes, we have let go of all worries and are now together."
A hint of joy appeared in Ah Dai’s lost eyes. He looked at Yan Shi, then at Zhuo Yun, "Big brother, sister, congratulations, you’re finally together."
Yan Shi smiled and said, "Thanks to you, if you hadn’t forcefully taken me to the Elf Clan, I probably wouldn’t have been able to face my feelings now. Tell your big brother and sister Zhuo Yun, who among these girls do you love? Is it Yue Yue, Mie Feng, or the already deceased Bing?"
Because he found out about Yan Shi and Zhuo Yun, Ah Dai’s mood noticeably improved. He bitterly laughed and said, "You all know it. Besides Yue Yue, who else could be in my heart? Bing and Mie Feng, I only see them as friends. Towards Bing, there’s a feeling of pity, towards Mie Feng, it’s a debt. Only Yue Yue, only Yue Yue’s shadow is branded deep in my heart, never to be erased."
Although Ah Dai spoke evenly, Yan Shi and Zhuo Yun could both hear his deep love for Xuan Yue. Zhuo Yun gave a slight smile and nodded, "That’s enough, as long as you can face your feelings, that will be enough. Did Mie Feng leave because you rejected her confession?"
Ah Dai said, "I don’t know what she feels for me. It seems like there’s some liking, but sometimes, she’s so cold. Let her go. Maybe finding a quiet place will be better for her."
Zhuo Yun nodded and said, "Let’s go, come with us to meet the two teachers, they will tell you something about Yue Yue. Promise your sister, don’t be impulsive, alright?"
"Something about Yue Yue?" Anxiety filled Ah Dai’s heart, "There’s nothing between Yue Yue and I anymore? What does her business have to do with me?"
Yan Shi replied in a slightly angry tone, "What do you mean there’s nothing? You’ll understand soon." Without further delay, he pulled Ah Dai off the bed and went to the rooms of Xi Wen and Liao Wen, together with Zhuo Yun.
Yan Li was chatting with Xi Wen. Seeing the three people enter, he asked, "Ah Dai, how is it? Is Mie Feng awake?"
Ah Dai nodded and said, "She’s awake, but she’s already gone."
Yan Shi was surprised and said, "Gone? Why did she leave?"
Ah Dai sighed and said, "She’s not suited for staying with us, leaving was her own choice. Two teachers, Brother Yan Shi said you have something to tell me. What is it?"
Xi Wen glanced at Yan Shi, Yan Shi nodded at him, Xi Wen pondered for a while and said, "Since Miss Mie Feng has left, and your body is fully recovered, it’s time to tell you. Ah Dai, sit down. This matter relates to your lifelong happiness."
Ah Dai’s body trembled slightly, he seemed to have an idea in his heart but didn’t dare to confirm, he sat next to Xi Wen, lowering his head, "Teacher, go on."
Xi Wen said, "You left the Elf Clan because of Miss Xuan Yue, didn’t you? Did you know? Actually, you’ve been fooled, fooled by the Light Judge of the Holy Church."
Ah Dai shuddered, suddenly raising his head, his eyes full of panic, "No, teacher, it can’t be, I heard it with my own ears!"
Yan Shi angrily said, "What did you hear with your own ears? Did Yue Yue tell you personally that she doesn’t like you and was only with you to repay her debt? You really are too naive, that’s simply a lie made up by Ballon. He used the words Yue Yue used to deceive him to provoke you, intentionally driving you away." Then, Yan Shi told everything that occurred in the Elf Forest in detail.
Hearing Yan Shi’s account, Ah Dai’s body trembled more and more violently. Misunderstanding, it was all just a misunderstanding. Yue Yue did love him, and he himself? He had let her down. Ah Dai was totally stunned, idiotic, at a loss. Now, he simply didn’t know how to face all this. The person he loved loved him back as well, this should usually be a very happy event! But it was due to his own inferiority, his own cowardice, that not only did he hurt himself, but also deeply hurt Yue Yue.
"Yue Yue said when she was leaving the Elf Forest with the church officials, if you didn’t go to her within a year, she would immediately marry someone else and never see you again. Ah Dai, chances are to be grabbed within your own hands, do you want to let happiness slip away and live painfully your whole life? Go, go find Yue Yue, as long as you sincerely apologize to her, I believe Yue Yue will forgive you."
Ah Dai shakily looked at Yan Shi, he who was so skillful that he was unable to voice out anything. The great shock continuously filled his mind as he cried, he cried out in pain. With a ’Wa’ sound, Ah Dai spat out a mouthful of blood from the heart and cried out, "Yue Yue, I’m sorry!" His body floated up like an illusion. With a loud noise, he broke a large hole in the wall of the inn, disappearing in an instant. The agonising pain that words could not describe made him feel like he was back to the time when he left Elf Forest. He hated, he hated so much, he didn’t hate Ballon, he hated himself, why was his heart so weak and didn’t trust Yue Yue more.
The sudden change left Xi Wen and others in shock. Although they knew Ah Dai would have had a violent reaction, they didn’t expect it to be this violent. Yan Li wanted to pursue him, but was stopped by Xi Wen, "Leave it, let him cool off by himself. Ah, Ah Dai is so good at everything, except he is too obstinate. I think, he will understand."
Yan Shi anxiously said, "Master, I’m afraid Ah Dai might do something foolish!"
Xi Wen shook his head, "When he left the Elf Forest, he might have done something foolish, but not now. Knowing that the one he loves also loves him, he won’t throw his life away so easily. Don’t worry, if my judgment is correct, Ah Dai will definitely rush to the Holy Church to see Yue Yue before the deadline of one year arrives. With his current abilities, even if he wants to die, it won’t be simple."
Zhuo Yun, looking at the direction where Ah Dai disappeared, asked, "So we just let him suffer like this? What should we do now?"
Liao Wen replied, "The knot of feelings in his heart can only be untied by him. Unless he understands it himself, no one can help him. Let’s return to the Tian Gang Mountain. In just over a month, the year Miss Xuan Yue spoke of will arrive. By then, we’ll rush to the Divine Mountain of the Holy Church, and we’ll surely see him."
Xi Wen nodded, "Alright, everyone tidy up, prepare to depart."
Ah Dai runs wildly in pain, the moments he spent with Xuan Yue kept emerging in his mind.
"It’s much better now, just a little pain. What injured me last night?"
"It was an iron wire bamboo leaf green, a highly venomous snake that bit you on the shoulder. Fortunately, I discovered it in time. The venom didn’t spread to your heart vessel. Rest assured, I’ve killed the snake and sucked out the venom. Plus, I’ve applied antidote to you, so you’ll be fine."
"You, you sucked it out?
"I, I only sucked out the poison. I didn’t suck anywhere else. You, you misunderstood."
"Ah Dai, don’t you think I’m very... I actually asked you if you like me."
"No, no, it’s all my fault. Yue Yue, it’s all my fault, I let down your feelings."
"What do you intend to do now? I’ve already shown my body to you, you should take responsibility."
"Yue Yue, actually, actually, I do like you. Back when we were in the Elf Forest, I had already fallen for you. But, but I’m not worthy! Not worthy to be with you. With your qualities, you could find a husband thousands of times better than me. I really didn’t do anything last night, if you feel I desecrated your body, I, I am willing to gouge my eyes out."
Xuan Yue softly said, "Ah Dai, are you saying... you did like me originally, right? I know what you’re afraid of, you always felt your status doesn’t match mine, correct? Also, you’re worried my father won’t agree with us. Forget about all of these for now, I want you to tell me explicitly, do you like me? Do you love me?"
"Yue Yue, I like you. I genuinely like you, and I love you! But, those things you just said, can we really not consider them? I can’t do it!"
"Ah Dai, you really don’t have to think about these things, I understand all of your concerns, you don’t have to run away. All of this, let me take on the burden. Whatever you’re worried about, I will definitely solve them for you. Remember, your status isn’t low, you are the successor of the Sword Saint of the Tian Gang, your strength is more than enough for me. I fell in love with you, not your status, martial arts, or even your appearance. I will definitely handle my father. I can decide my own feelings, as long as you love me, that’s enough, no one can prevent us from being together."
"Yue Yue, I love you, I love you so much! Why are you so good to me, am I worth it?"
"Yes, you are, you are, Ah Dai, I love you too! Unless you don’t want me anymore, otherwise, I will always be with you and never leave."
Yes! Yue Yue does love him, it’s all a misunderstanding. He abandoned her. Ah Dai shouted out in madness, "Yue Yue, I let you down!" After violently coughing up a mouthful of blood, Ah Dai crashed into a large rock with a loud boom. Turning the rock into dust, Ah Dai collapsed onto the ground, panting heavily. Tears rushed out, continually falling onto his muddy and stained clothes. Now, his heart was filled with nothing but regret. As he sat on the ground, he spoke to himself: "Yue Yue, Yue Yue, I love you, I love you so much! But how am I supposed to face you now? I let you down, I am unworthy of your love." He stood up, once again rocketing into the air, running aimlessly.
Fifteen days later, 998th year of the Sacred Calendar, the 10th of October. The Holy Church.
Ballon was feeling so happy he could fly. Just earlier, he received the best news of his life that the Acting Red Priestess Xuan Yue was going to marry him on the 1st of November, 998th year of the Sacred Calendar. The news spread throughout Divine Mountain of the Holy Church, reaching his ears. Everyone saw him with looks of admiration and jealousy. Now, Ballon wanted to confirm with his beloved Yue Yue if this was true. His heart was racing, and he felt like it was about to jump out of his chest. Ever since they’d returned from the Tian Yuan Clan, the Pope seemed to be very dissatisfied with his father and him. The Pope no longer favored them as before and even sent his father Balllon to lead a large number of priests to sea to find out about the whereabouts of the Dark Forces. After spending half a year at sea, they had no gains other than eliminating a dozen pirate fleets. Only a few months ago, they just returned to the Holy Church. Due to his father Balllon’s decline, his own social standing in the Holy Church declined significantly. After driving Ah Dai away from the Elf Forest, Xuan Yue had never paid attention to him, and he was too embarrassed to see the one he loved the most. Today, this sudden good news made him forget about everything, and he only wanted to see his beloved as soon as possible.
Xuan Ye, who was still a White Robe Priest, was feeling very uneasy. In the regular meeting called by the Pope this morning, his daughter Yue Yue announced in front of everyone that she was going to marry the Judge of Light Ballon. When announcing the news, Yue Yue’s expression was extraordinarily calm, without any fluctuation. This result was what Xuan Ye had been hoping for, but at this moment, he felt a great uneasiness that was hard to put into words. After hearing Yue Yue’s announcement, the Pope was furious and refused to allow Xuan Yue to marry. However, he was eventually persuaded by Yue Yue. The scene of that time was still flashing in his eyes.
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"No, you can’t marry Ballon, you don’t love him," the Pope angrily said. The reason for him refusing Xuan Yue’s request was not only for the happiness of Xuan Yue herself but also because if Xuan Yue marries Ballon, the relationship between the Holy Church and Ah Dai would become complicated. It might even be impossible to cooperate in the future.
"Your Holiness, you are the person closest to the Sky God. According to the rules in the canonical books of the Holy Church, even the Pope has no right to break up a couple among the clergy," Xuan Yue coldly retorted. Since she became the Acting Red Priestess, her prestige in the Holy Church was growing every day. Even the Pope was unsure of how far she had advanced in her sacred light magic.
"You... Priestess Xuan Yue, are you really going to marry someone you do not love?" The Holy Church indeed had a rule that the Pope couldn’t interfere in the matrimony of the clergy; the Pope was truly helpless in front of Xuan Yue.
"Pope, how would you know that I do not love Judge Ballon? He is the most outstanding judge among the younger generation of the Holy Church. I have every reason to love him. I will not alter my decisions. Even if you disagree, I will marry Judge Ballon."
"Alright, alright, you are hard-headed, aren’t you? Do what you please, but don’t regret it later." The Pope angrily left after throwing out this sentence.
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A knock on the door startled Xuan Ye from his thoughts, "Who is it?"
"Uncle Xuan Ye, it’s me, Ballon." An excited and apprehensive voice came from outside the door.
Xuan Ye opened the door and noticed Ballon standing outside in his golden samurai suit. His handsome face and upright stature earned a nod from Xuan Ye. "Ah, it’s Ballon! Come in."
Ballon greeted respectfully, "Uncle Xuan Ye, it’s been a long time, how have you been?" Although he was excited, he still maintained his manners under the long-term teaching of Ballon.
Xuan Ye smiled and said, "My dear nephew, You are too polite." Then, he gestured Ballon to enter the room.
"Ballon, did you come here for something? Is it because you were looking for Nasha, but unfortunately she has gone out and might not return until evening." Xuan Ye knew exactly who Ballon was here to see, however, he decided to not point it out.
Ballon was somewhat embarrassed, "No, I am not here to see Aunt Nasha. Uncle Xuan Ye, is Yue Yue, is Yue Yue here?"
Xuan Ye grinned and said, "Silly boy, I knew you came here looking for Yue Yue. She is meditating inside her room, you can knock on the door and check."
Ballon was thrilled, "Thank you, Uncle Xuan Ye."
Xuan Ye patted him on the shoulder and said, "Silly boy, soon, you’ll have to change your tone. As for Yue Yue, you’ll have to work hard yourself." He knew that Xuan Yue did not love Ballon, so now he can only hope that his own daughter realizes this.
Having indirectly confirmed his relationship with Yue Yue from Xuan Ye, Ballon felt more overjoyed and nodded repeatedly, "Yes, Uncle, I will definitely work hard." After speaking, he joyfully walked up to the door and lightly knocked twice.
"Didn’t I say before, don’t disturb me when I’m meditating." Xuan Yue’s cool voice came from the room.
Upon hearing the voice of his beloved, Ballon’s excitement surged. Stabilising his emotions, he said, "Yue Yue, it’s me, Ballon."
The room fell silent. After a long pause, Xuan Yue’s voice eventually echoed again, "Come in."
Ballon was excited. He pushed the door open and saw Xuan Yue sitting in the middle of the room on her bed. Xuan Yue was dressed in a white dress, with her blue hair scattered behind her. Her whole body was covered with golden light, and the overwhelming sacred aura made Ballon feel a sense of inferiority. He was slightly stunned at the sight of Xuan Yue’s stunning face.
Xuan Yue looked at Ballon in front of her, there was no ripple in her eyes. She spoke indifferently: "What are you looking for me for?"
Ballon jerked his body, and snapped out from his daze, "Ah! I, I just wanted to see you."
A cold smile appeared on the corner of Xuan Yue’s mouth, "No, you came to confirm whether I am really willing to marry you. The news was announced by me. I have already notified every country on the continent. Now, you just need to return and prepare. On the first day of November, you will see me wearing my wedding dress."
Ballon walked a few steps forward, he stood in front of Xuan Yue, and with a trembling voice, he asked, "Yue Yue, you, are you really going to marry me?"
A flash of disgust glittered deep in Xuan Yue’s eyes, she nodded slightly.
Unable to suppress his excitement, Ballon impulsively reached towards Xuan Yue. Xuan Yue’s eyebrows furrowed, the golden light around her flared, throwing Ballon a few steps back. In a cold voice she said, "I am not yet your wife, you cannot touch me."
Ballon was startled, he hurriedly said, "I am sorry, I am sorry, Yue Yue, I was just too happy, please don’t be angry."
Xuan Yue closed her eyes and said, "Please leave, there are a lot of things that need to be prepared for a wedding, you should be busy with those."
"Yes, yes, I will definitely organize a grand wedding ceremony for you. Yue Yue, I want you to become the happiest bride. You continue with your meditation, I’ll leave now." After finishing, he turned around and rushed out. After Ballon left, Xuan Yue opened her eyes again, she was staring into the distance, mumbling to herself, "Ah Dai, will you come? On the first day of November, will you make it?"
