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Danny Jay’s subordinates were running low in number, many had died at the hands of the man in black.

Gu Xiaoxi sent everyone away from her side and then began the rescue.

Compared to the injuries sustained by Jing Haoran and Su San earlier, it was clear that Danny Jay’s wounds were far more severe, with hardly a patch of intact skin on his body, and the wounds were inflamed due to lack of timely treatment.

It took Gu Xiaoxi several hours to heal his external injuries.

With the infection and inflammation treated, he only needed to rest for a few hours before he could awaken.

At this moment, as the ship headed for the outskirts of Nether Island, the sky was immediately covered with dark clouds, filled with flashes of lightning and peals of thunder, followed by a violent storm.

Just like on the way there, the waves shook the ship so violently that it was difficult to stand steady.

Gu Xiaoxi asked Jing Haoran to watch over Danny Jay, as she prepared to go to the captain’s cabin to find Mi Xi.

After the incident at Nether Island.

The people on the ship had all become silent with terror, and with the weather in such a state, everyone was too frightened to leave their cabins.

Gu Xiaoxi braved the wind and rain, and finally made it to the cockpit.

Several crew members were nervously controlling the ship’s direction.

Mi Xi was commanding everyone.

"What on earth has happened?" Gu Xiaoxi rushed forward, gripping the handrail, looking at Mi Xi with her body swaying violently with the ship, "Why do I feel the storm is even more severe than when we came?"

"Why have you come here, it’s too dangerous, you must go back to the cabin quickly," Mi Xi said with instant concern.

He had anticipated such danger.

Chaos was an ancient ferocious beast, specializing in causing trouble. It did not dare to be presumptuous in front of others, preferring to lurk and create mischief from the shadows.

"Don’t you need my help?" Gu Xiaoxi asked, "I see the waves are too big, it’s difficult to steer the ship."

"Mr. Mi Xi, since this lady wants to help, let her help us!" The man at the helm was also inexperienced, so naturally, he was willing to accept any help.

Gu Xiaoxi had learned how to sail, although only a small boat, but she was still capable of handling the steering.

After Gu Xiaoxi joined in, the weather turned even worse, the downpour intensified and was accompanied by thunder.

Waves started to sweep over the deck.

The situation became increasingly perilous, and Gu Xiaoxi, looking urgently at the deeply frowning Mi Xi, said, "What do we do now? If it continues like this, the ship will overturn, and we’ll all be buried at sea."

"There are people behind the clouds, and a lot of them. Gu Xiaoxi, I have an idea, but it’s too dangerous for you," Mi Xi said, gripping the handrail tightly and turning to look back at Gu Xiaoxi.

Without any hesitation, Gu Xiaoxi said, "At this point, what’s there to fear? Otherwise, all of us will die. Even if it means my death, I want to save everyone."

Mi Xi looked at her helplessly, understanding her all too well, knowing she would react this way.

So, he waved her over, "Come here."

Thereafter, Mi Xi instructed the people steering the ship, "No matter what, keep the ship stable, it must not capsize."

"Yes!" The few inexperienced crew members immediately nodded with resolve. Even if it meant their death, they would not let the ship overturn.

Mi Xi opened the door to the cockpit, then took Gu Xiaoxi’s hand, leading her out.

Standing on the swaying deck, the rain instantly soaked their clothes.

With rain obscuring his vision, Mi Xi spoke to Gu Xiaoxi in a firm tone, "I am going to use the Ancient Force now. I fear you may not withstand it, but I’m here. There won’t be anything wrong with you."

"What are you going to do, hurry. Everyone is in danger as it is," Gu Xiaoxi said resolutely amidst the storm.

Without hesitation, Mi Xi gave Gu Xiaoxi a deep look, bit his finger, and let a drop of blood seep into the center of Gu Xiaoxi’s forehead.

Gu Xiaoxi felt a warm current flowing into her body, and the next second, she was stunned, her mind going blank.

In its place was a dazzling halo of light, emanating from her.

Then, in an instant, she transformed into a beautiful creature, clad in a white fairy gown, with a longsword in hand, and a demeanor as graceful as the autumn waters.

It was not hard to tell that she was dressed as Lan Xi.

Mi Xi had also transformed, wearing white clothes with an elegant demeanor, untouched by the raging wind and waves, his snow-white robe remained dry.

Gu Xiaoxi was clearly sentient, clearly able to see everything.

However, her body was utterly beyond her control.

She observed her own skin, white and luminous as jade, wrapped in immortal qi, her pale fingers clutching the longsword, as she suddenly soared into the sky with Mi Xi.

A bolt of lightning split the air above their heads, which Mi Xi quickly dodged while holding her, and in the blink of an eye, they rose above the black clouds.

Behind those clouds, thirty men in black were casting spells, stirring the sea into complete chaos.

Mi Xi did not hesitate to lead Gu Xiaoxi into the attack.

White sword qi cleaved through the dark clouds.

Gu Xiaoxi saw that she and Mi Xi were working together in perfect unison.

Even their sword trajectories were sometimes identical, their synergy apparent as their white robes fluttered about.

After a fierce battle, the men in black were wounded or killed, and those who could fled.

Instantly, the black clouds dispersed, and the stormy sky calmed down.

Gu Xiaoxi and Mi Xi stood in the air, their gazes meeting across the distance.

Her eyes were filled with confusion and astonishment, she didn’t even know what she was doing.

And Mi Xi, stepping forward, suddenly stretched out his hand and embraced her in his arms.

His hands kneaded her long hair, his eyes overflowing with tenderness, too emotional to speak for quite a while.

Gu Xiaoxi’s body wasn’t under her control, she couldn’t move on her own, it was even hard for her to say a word.

All she could do was stare wide-eyed at Mi Xi.

Her gaze settled on his shoulder, where she could only see him in a white garment, his black hair cascading down.

She made an effort to speak, but before she could say anything, she fainted.

*

By the time Gu Xiaoxi woke up again.

She was already back in D State.

At Lu Xi’s home.

She felt as if her body was sapped of strength and stiff, it took her a long time to be able to open her eyes to the glaring sunlight.

Slowly turning her head, she saw a person standing by the window.

His stature was tall, his back majestic, the broken strands of his dark hair lending an air of mystery to his silhouette.

Yet she recognized him at first glance.

"Shaoqing!" Gu Xiaoxi called out softly.

The next second, the man standing in front of the window stiffened for a moment.

After that, he rapidly turned around, saw she was awake, and appeared at her bedside in the next second.

He stretched out his warm palm to hold her hand, his dark eyes filled with concern, "You’re finally awake! Do you know you’ve been unconscious for three days?"

Gu Xiaoxi remembered that Mi Xi had once said, using special powers could harm her.

But at that time, the situation was critical, and saving everyone was all that mattered, a little injury was nothing.

"I’m fine!" Gu Xiaoxi instinctively gripped his hand tighter, suddenly, she really wanted to hug him.

And wanted him to hug her too.

Only, having such thoughts...

She didn’t have the strength to do so, nor did she dare ask this of him.

After all, his Love-Forbidding Curse hadn’t been lifted yet.

She could only hold his hand tightly, her voice weakly saying, "Don’t leave!"

After that, she once again drifted off into a hazy sleep.

Young Master Quan tightly clasped her hand, and seeing her weakened state, lay down next to her, enveloping her entire body into his arms.

Perhaps the woman felt the warmth of his chest, nestled her head closer, and slept even more comfortably.

Once Gu Xiaoxi lay down, she slept for four days.

Afterward, she felt her stiff body was recovering a sliver of strength.

She could even stand up with someone’s support.

During this time, Quan Shaoqing never left her side.

He coaxed her to sleep during the day, and they slept together at night.

It was not easy before Gu Xiaoxi could get out of bed to stroll in the garden.

Quan Shaoqing supported her, the two of them leaning on each other as they walked in the small farm.

A gentle breeze blew, the grapevines swaying their branches, it was the season for flowers to bloom, the warm sunshine shining overhead, and in the morning they could smell the scent of fresh grass.

Gu Xiaoxi walked slowly, stealing glances at Quan Shaoqing’s side profile.

His smooth facial lines, his thin lips lightly red, always formed a hard, cold arc when pursed.

His eyes were like the sky on a stormy night, flickering with dangerous light, no one knew what he was thinking.

In Gu Xiaoxi’s perception, ever since his powers had returned, he had become more profound, inscrutable, and indifferent.

"Are you sneaking a look at me? Haven’t you had enough of looking these past few years?" Quan Shaoqing suddenly turned his head, his thin lips revealing a mischievous smile.

Gu Xiaoxi coughed, feeling her cheeks heat up as she said, "I wasn’t sneaking a look, I was staring openly."

"If you like, I can let you see every day," Quan Shaoqing extended an arm around her waist, a hint of mischief flickering in his eyes.

Gu Xiaoxi took a few steps, feeling somewhat tired.

His words certainly disturbed her tranquil heart.

She quickly changed the subject, pouting her lips and glowering at Quan Shaoqing, "You’re so busy yet you babysit me. Neglecting your work could lead to serious consequences."

Quan Shaoqing’s eyebrows lifted, he gave her a sweet smile. "Do you want me to go to work?"

Gu Xiaoxi was instantly at a loss for words, frustration welling up inside her.