Chapter 1375: No Sound

Yun Wuxin’s arrival was undoubtedly like a moon descending from the heavens, and the women surrounded her like stars orbiting the moon. Whether it was their love for Yun Che extending to his daughter, or Yun Wuxin’s innate charm, their eyes adored her as if she were the most precious treasure in the world. They genuinely wanted to embrace and protect her, continually asking her all sorts of curious questions, which gradually eased her nervousness and apprehension.

As for Yun Che, he found himself on the sidelines, almost forgotten.

Su Ling’er took Chu Yuechan's wrist, then briefly moved her fingers to Chu Yuechan's chest. After a careful examination, she lowered her hand, and her expression visibly relaxed.

"How is she?" Cang Yue asked, a hint of eagerness in her voice.

Su Ling’er smiled. "Don't worry, she'll be fine. Although Sister Yuechan has lost her profound energy, her physique is extraordinary, and she has Heaven's Blessing. She'll only need to dispel the cold energy and recuperate for some time to fully recover."

Yun Che wanted to point out that Chu Yuechan's special physique came from his Dragon God's Breath!

"Really?!" Su Ling’er's words filled Yun Wuxin with joyful surprise. "Then... when Mama is better, can she still cultivate?"

Su Ling’er looked at her and gave her a reassuring gaze. "Your mama's profound veins are only severely depleted, not completely destroyed. For ordinary people, restoring them would be incredibly difficult, but... with your Aunt Xue'er here, recovery will be simple."

Among all the women, Su Ling’er was the youngest, but like Yun Che, she possessed memories and experiences from two lives. After becoming Yun Gu's disciple, she devoted herself to the path of medicine. Her demeanor became increasingly peaceful and elegant, and her gentle murmurs were like a soft rain soothing the heart, making people unconsciously trust her. Especially when she was with Xiao Lingxi, it was as if she were the elder sister.

Yun Wuxin turned around and accurately spotted Feng Xue'er. Her eyes sparkling, she said, "Aunt Xue'er, you must save my Mama. When I grow up, I will definitely repay you."

Feng Xue'er smiled and gently shook her head. "There's no need for repayment. This is what Aunt Xue'er... should do."

"Ahem," Yun Che cleared his throat. "Xue'er, Xin'er possesses the Phoenix bloodline inherited from me, but she hasn't yet cultivated the World Ode of the Phoenix. So, I'd like Xin'er to become your disciple. What do you think?"

"Oh?" Feng Xue'er looked surprised. "If Brother Yun wishes, there's certainly no problem. But why don't you teach her yourself, Brother Yun?"

"Uh... it's not that I can't teach her, it's just that I've lost all my profound energy, so it's a bit inconvenient to teach." Yun Che slowed his speech. Although he had no profound energy, he naturally hadn't forgotten the divine arts of the World Ode of the Phoenix. His understanding of its movements and laws surpassed anyone else's, so teaching it wouldn't actually be an issue. But the problem was, with his current physical state, when "guiding" Yun Wuxin, he would need to be several miles away; otherwise, if her power even slightly lost control, it could kill him hundreds of times over.

"What?!" Yun Che's words made Feng Xue'er's beautiful face turn pale. The Little Demon Empress spun around sharply, and Xiao Lingxi and Su Ling’er gasped in unison. Although none of them had detected any profound energy from Yun Che, they had all unanimously assumed that Yun Che's current cultivation was simply too high, reaching a realm beyond their comprehension and perception. After all, he had spent the past four years in the legendary God Realm.

"Don't be so nervous," Yun Che said with a carefree smile. "So what if my profound energy is gone? With all of you here, whether I have profound energy or not doesn't matter at all." He knew very well that if he became disheartened, they would feel the same. The more lighthearted and indifferent he appeared, the more they could truly relax.

A golden blur, and the Little Demon Empress was by Yun Che's side. Her fair fingers gently touched his chest... After a moment, her beautiful eyes turned to him, and she softly asked, "Can it be restored?"

Yun Che smiled and shook his head. "My profound veins are quite unique, so they probably can't be restored. But this is for the best; without profound energy, I won't have to spend time and effort cultivating, nor bear any responsibilities. With all of you here, the Profound Sky Continent and Demon Imperial Clan will be safe and free from disaster. Even if another Overlord or Xuanyuan Wentian appears, you can all handle them easily."

"But... but..." Although Yun Che seemed remarkably relaxed and unconcerned, each of them clearly understood how cruel the concept of becoming a cripple was for a profound practitioner. Moreover, Yun Che possessed such extraordinary talent and reached such heights, along with such pride...

"Lingxi," Yun Che said with a smile. "When I was little, I had no profound energy, and whenever something happened, I would habitually hide behind you. Now, it seems like we're back to those days; I'll have to rely on you to protect me again."

"Xue'er, even though I've become a cripple now, our engagement is set, and everyone in the world knows about it. It's too late for you to back out now, haha!"

"Ling'er, if I get sick in the future, you must..."

"Enough!" The Little Demon Empress glared at him, interrupting his string of cheesy words. She snorted coldly, "You can whisper these sweet nothings to them when you're alone; aren't you afraid Xin'er will find it strange? But... not having profound energy is truly a great thing for you! This way, we won't have to worry about you abandoning us without a trace like you did four years ago, nor will you think about seeking death, causing trouble, or flirting around!"

"Flirting around isn't necessarily off the table," Cang Yue said, lightly pursing her lips.

Yun Che just let out an "Uh..."

The Little Demon Empress's starry eyes flickered slightly, and she let out a soft sigh. Her voice softened slightly as she asked, "These past four years, did you get what you wished for?"

A scene of his parting with Jasmine flashed through his mind, causing a sharp pang in Yun Che's heart. But his face still held a relaxed smile as he said, "Since I've returned, of course I got what I wished for." Back then, when he followed Mu Bingyun to the God Realm, his stated reason was to see Jasmine again and bid her a complete farewell. He had seen her, and he had bid farewell... Although... Still, it could be considered a wish fulfilled.

"That's good then." The Little Demon Empress continued, "Will you go back there in the future?"

Return to the God Realm? In the two months since returning to the Profound Sky Continent, he had never once considered this question... It wasn't that he forgot to think about it; rather, he was subconsciously avoiding it. Two months ago, he had wanted to return but couldn't. His death, however, had perfectly brought him back here. In the God Realm, he was dead in everyone's perception, and all the gazes, pressures, and dangers that had haunted him naturally dissipated. Jasmine was dead... Caizhi was dead... Qingyue had severed ties with him as husband and wife and remained in the Moon God Realm... Shen Xi... he had no face to see her again... And even less face to see his master again... Moreover... even if he wanted to return, he no longer could.

"No, I won't go back," Yun Che answered with a smile, his face still relaxed, showing no hint of lingering attachment or suppression. He spread his hands. "Besides, in my current state, even if I wanted to, I couldn't go back anyway."

Chu Yuechan quietly glanced at him but said nothing.

"None of that matters anymore." Yun Che took Yun Wuxin's small hand. "Xin'er, your Aunt Xue'er is the most amazing person in this world. How about letting her be your master? That way, when you grow up, you can protect both your Mama and me even better."

"The most amazing person?" Yun Wuxin blinked.

"Xue'er, show Xin'er just how amazing her future master is," Yun Che said, smiling.

Feng Xue'er smiled sweetly, raised her snowy hand, and gently pointed upwards. An incomparably clear phoenix cry immediately echoed across the boundless sky. In an instant, the sky above the entire Azure Cloud Imperial City, and even most of the Azure Cloud Nation, turned crimson, as if covered in a sunset glow. Above the crimson firmament, a giant phoenix slowly spread its wings, showering the world with endless phoenix spiritual pressure. At that moment, the entire Azure Cloud Nation fell into almost complete silence; nothing could be heard but the phoenix's cry. Countless profound practitioners knelt, trembling all over, as if they were beholding a deity. The Divine Profound Realm... though only at the Divine Origin Realm, in this plane, it was truly a god!

"Woah!" Yun Wuxin's mouth opened wide into an "O" shape. This was undoubtedly the most dazzling, wondrous, and incredible sight she had ever witnessed in her life, creating an overwhelmingly strong impact on her young mind.

Seeing her reaction, Feng Xue'er retracted her jade-like hand. Instantly, the phoenix's silhouette and the crimson sky vanished simultaneously, as if a beautiful and ethereal dream had been withdrawn.

Yun Wuxin took a small hop and appeared before Feng Xue'er, her diamond-like eyes still sparkling. "Auntie Xue'er, c-c-can I do that too someday?"

Feng Xue'er smiled. "Of course. You're only eleven, and you're already at the King Profound Realm, which is even more remarkable than your daddy was at your age. As long as you study hard, you'll be able to do it in no time."

"I want to learn! I want to learn!" Yun Wuxin excitedly bounced several times. "Aunt Xue'er, teach me! I'll definitely study hard, and then I'll show Mama!"

The Heretic God's divine breath, Phoenix bloodline, Dragon God bloodline... Although Yun Wuxin was still an undeveloped girl, within her bloodline lay an innate longing for profound energy. And this longing would only grow stronger as she aged. With no resources, no opportunities, no profound arts suited for her, and even her profound veins not fully formed, with only the most basic guidance from Chu Yuechan, she had still managed to reach the ninth level of the King Profound Realm by age eleven, not far from becoming a Tyrant Emperor. Now, she would have the top resources and the best environment from both the Profound Sky Continent and the Demon Imperial Clan, with Feng Xue'er as her master, cultivating the World Ode of the Phoenix that was most suited for her. Her future growth... even Yun Che wouldn't dare to predict it.

"Bro... Brother-in-law! Brother-in-law!!"

The profound teleportation array flashed with light. Before a figure fully materialized, an eager voice was already heard. The moment Yun Che turned around, Xia Yuanba's mountain-like physique was already charging directly at him. Overcome with excitement, his profound energy slightly lost control, and each step caused half the imperial palace to faintly tremble.

Yun Che was greatly alarmed and stumbled backward in a panic. "Yuan... Stop, stop, stop, stop, stop, stop, stop... Stop!!"

Feng Xue'er swiftly raised her hand, and a profound energy barrier instantly appeared before Xia Yuanba.

With a "thud," Xia Yuanba crashed headfirst into the barrier, rebounding far backward. He quickly stood upright with a "whoosh," looking completely bewildered.

Yun Che, sweating profusely, pointed at Xia Yuanba and shouted, "Yuanba! You've been the Sacred Emperor of the Extreme Monarch Sanctuary for so many years; can't you be a little more composed?!" With Yun Che's current small physique, being pounced on by Xia Yuanba like that would surely shatter him on the spot.

Xia Yuanba was stunned by the shouting. Looking at the terrifyingly influential women around Yun Che, he seemed to understand something. "Did I... interrupt brother-in-law's reunion?"

"That's not the point!" Yun Che strode towards him. "First, I don't have profound energy anymore, so if you use even a little force, I might die. Second... you might scare my daughter like that!" After speaking, he let out a loud laugh, then stepped forward and tightly embraced the completely bewildered Xia Yuanba.

Above the clouds, Mu Xuanyin silently watched Yun Che, her gaze not straying for a moment. Originally in "seclusion," she had finally asked Mu Bingyun about the location of the Azure Cloud Continent. She wanted to find Yun Che's family, inform them of his death, and then leave behind Heavenly Lake Jade Pills that would benefit them for a lifetime. But before she could find his family, she saw him... Yun Che, who was supposed to be dead, yet was alive and standing right before her eyes. He had lost his profound energy, and his appearance had aged considerably, but it was unmistakably Yun Che; she had confirmed it with her first glance.

She wanted to rush down and appear before him... But seeing the women gathered around him, seeing him laugh and tightly embrace his friend, feeling their aura and the devotion firmly tied to him... She ultimately held back. She had never seen Yun Che so relaxed and joyful. In the Snow Song Realm, he had cultivated desperately to participate in the Profound God Convention. Outside the Snow Song Realm, danger and immense pressure always followed him... In the end, he was even targeted by the most terrifying person in the Eastern Divine Region and forced to flee to the Western Divine Region... And in the Western Divine Region, within the territory of the Dragon Queen Shen Xi, she had no idea how he had fared. It could be said that every day he spent in the God Realm was one of deep suffocation.

But here, this was his home, his birthplace. Although he had lost his profound energy, all the crises and pressures were gone. No longer did he need to worry or feel apprehensive, no longer did he have to risk his life, no longer did he need to flee everywhere, barely escaping death. The most powerful auras in this world were all by his side. No one could threaten or harm him anymore. Every woman by his side possessed a beauty capable of overthrowing kingdoms... For a man, this was undoubtedly a perfect life.

"Perhaps it's for the best..." she murmured softly, her figure remaining still in the air. The thought of meeting him was carried away by a wisp of cloud, dissipating within her heart. Yet for some reason, her vision gradually blurred, and her chest felt as if something was pressing down on it, making it difficult to breathe for a long time.