Chapter 1891: Wuxin Leaves the Mountain

Although Chi Wuyao held the title of Empress, she effectively performed the duties of an Emperor. Consequently, she could not remain on the Blue Pole Star for an extended period. After only two months, she returned to the God Realm, forcibly taking Qianye Ying'er with her. After all, the Brahma Monarch God Realm, still recovering and on the cusp of revival, needed her most at that time.

Yun Che, on the other hand, remained on the Blue Pole Star. He journeyed daily between the Profound Sky Continent and the Demon Imperial Clan, sometimes even visiting the Azure Cloud Continent. There, he would take You'er to the dark space beneath the Absolute Cloud Abode, remembering the Evil God's painful and helpless choices. Without the grace bestowed by the Evil God upon future generations, and without the Heaven Smiting Devil Emperor's decision to sacrifice herself and her demon race, the world as it is today would not exist; only unimaginable disaster would have prevailed. What a pity for them...

Hong'er was mischievous and peculiar, while You'er was quiet and docile. With the world now free from calamity, Yun Che treated them both with exceptional kindness, indulging Hong'er's every strange, excessive, and willful request. Hong'er's greatest pleasure was eating, and she consumed the most peculiar things. However, from the moment Yun Che found her until now, she never gained weight nor grew even slightly.

Another two months went by, and Yun Che still rarely ventured beyond the Blue Pole Star. While profound practitioners from the God Realm typically disdained lingering in the lower realms, Yun Che indulged in daily leisure, seemingly making up for his lost years manifold. Chi Wuyao would occasionally transmit messages to him regarding significant matters in the God Realm, seeking his decision. However, Yun Che consistently deferred to her, sending all issues, big or small, back for her to decide. Naturally, this outcome was well within Chi Wuyao's expectations, yet she still made a point of "requesting instructions." This was partly out of respect for Emperor Yun, and partly to prevent him from forgetting his identity as the God Realm's Emperor.

Divine Phoenix Empire, Secluded Phoenix Valley.

On the Profound Sky Continent, the name "Secluded Phoenix Valley" was universally known. It served as the Phoenix Goddess's place of meditation and cultivation, and to countless profound practitioners, particularly those from the Divine Phoenix, it was a sacred ground to be revered and longed for from a distance, never to be approached or defiled.

The silhouette of a young woman gracefully descended upon this sacred realm, revered by all. The fully grown Yun Wuxin possessed peerless beauty; her skin like fresh snow, her bones like white jade, and every expression as picturesque as a poem. She wore a simple, elegant white dress, its sleeves gently fluttering. A plain cloud-patterned belt subtly accentuated her slender waist, while also quietly highlighting the proud, snowy fullness of her bust. The perpetual crimson mist of Secluded Phoenix Valley silently descended, reflecting the young woman's ethereal, otherworldly beauty. A gentle breeze stirred, and her dark hair danced gracefully. It was unclear whether the phoenix's glow enhanced her exquisite charm or if her presence made this phoenix land even more enchanting and otherworldly.

Today was her regular monthly session to seek guidance from her master, Feng Xue'er, on cultivating the Phoenix Ode to the World. However, upon arriving at Secluded Phoenix Valley, she immediately sensed a distinct anomaly in the area's aura. The usually restless fire elements had become unusually docile, as if in awe or fear.

"Is father here?" she murmured softly, but Yun Wuxin could not locate her father's aura. The most probable reason was a barrier separating them. Yun Wuxin had not advanced too far when the auras of both her father and master simultaneously registered in her spiritual perception... confirming they were enveloped within a barrier. As she drew closer, not only their auras but also sounds that instantly brought her to a halt reached her ears.

"...Wu... Wuxin is here... mmmph!"

"Ignore her! What kind of knot is this belt tied in? It's so difficult to undo, just tear it off!"

"No, that's Sister Cang Yue's... mmm... oh..."

Although she was almost accustomed to such situations, her beautiful face instantly flushed. She immediately turned and swiftly moved away in the opposite direction. "How infuriating!" Yun Wuxin stamped her foot in exasperation. She was annoyed by her father's unrestrained libertine nature, and even more so by her master, revered by the world as the Phoenix Heavenly Maiden, who was always submissive and allowed herself to be bullied in his presence.

Just then, her vision suddenly blurred, and two female figures appeared before her. On the left stood a woman in a black dress, with black hair and black eyes. Her face was so breathtakingly beautiful that it seemed out of place in the corrupted mortal world. As she gazed at Yun Wuxin, a charming smile played on her lips, and her eyes, like an endless dark night, seemed to draw the souls of the world into eternal damnation.

On the right was a petite girl whose slender, youthful body was enveloped in a multicolored dress. The occasional shimmering glints of light from her attire irresistibly brought to mind the stars adorning the firmament. Her creamy white face was exquisitely sculpted, like white jade. Yet, in contrast to the smiling black-dressed girl beside her, she exuded an aloofness and cold arrogance that utterly contradicted her delicate and overly refined beauty, making her seem unapproachable to all living things.

Yun Wuxin could not determine how long her sudden daze lasted, but when she regained her composure, an immediate sense of alarm surged within her. "Two young..." She instinctively started to say "two young sisters," but as her divine sense swept over them, she felt as though she had touched an endless abyss. She quickly suppressed the words "young sisters," maintaining a calm tone: "This is a forbidden area of the Divine Phoenix Sect. Since you are not members of our sect, please do not come any closer."

The black-dressed girl tilted her head slightly, her eyebrows curving into two delicate crescents. "You're Wuxin? No wonder Brother Yun Che always said you were beautiful; it's true. It seems Sister Yuechan must also be incredibly beautiful."

"Hmph! Any woman he fancies couldn't possibly be bad," the girl in the colorful dress lightly snorted.

Yun Wuxin's lips parted slightly as a realization dawned on her. "Are you two perhaps...?"

"Meiyin! Caizhi!"

Yun Che's voice, laced with a hint of excitement, echoed from afar. A gust of wind swirled, and his figure instantly flashed, appearing beside Yun Wuxin. Beside him stood Feng Xue'er, her phoenix robes disheveled and her snowy face flushed with color.

"Hehe!" Shui Meiyin's eyes sparkled with charm as she chuckled. "Brother Yun Che, it seems we've arrived at quite an inconvenient moment."

Caizhi subtly turned her cheek away.

Feng Xue'er's face flushed even deeper, becoming breathtakingly beautiful. Without a trace of shyness, she offered a slight nod to Shui Meiyin and Caizhi, then looked at Yun Che and softly inquired, "Who are they?" Yun Che's earlier exclamation had already revealed the two women's identities to her. Nevertheless, as this was their first meeting, it was proper for Yun Che to make the formal introductions.

"My Meiyin, and my Caizhi," Yun Che said with a smile. He didn't need to elaborate, as he had already described each of his empress consorts in the God Realm to them in exceptionally clear detail during the preceding period. "This is my Xue'er, and my Wuxin," he added, turning his head.

Yun Wuxin stepped forward and hastily bowed, saying, "Wuxin greets Aunt Meiyin and Aunt Caizhi... Wuxin was very impolite just now; please forgive me, Aunts." She had always been quite curious about her father's imperial consorts in the God Realm, especially Shui Meiyin, who had saved the Blue Pole Star and, more importantly, the destinies of both them and her father. In her heart, she harbored deep gratitude and longing for her. Now that she was before her, Yun Wuxin's heart swelled with excitement.

"Wuxin is so well-behaved," Shui Meiyin said, her gaze shifting with a gentle smile. "Sister Xue'er, Brother Yun Che said you are the most beautiful woman on this planet, and it's true... Oh, by the way, I actually met you many years ago."

"Oh?" Feng Xue'er was slightly surprised. "When was that?"

"About..." Shui Meiyin pondered for a moment. "It was nine years ago; I was only fifteen back then, hehe." She smiled mysteriously, then charmingly winked at Yun Che.

"Nine years ago?" Feng Xue'er's thoughts churned, but she grew even more puzzled. At that time, Yun Che was still in the God Realm. Had she met a woman like Shui Meiyin, she would surely never forget her, yet no such memory existed within her mind.

"Cough, cough, cough!" A series of deliberately emphasized coughs broke the silence. Yun Che waved his hand. "It's not important, not important! Wuxin, haven't you always wanted to meet your Aunt Meiyin? Why don't you take her to meet your... uh, other aunts first?" Shui Meiyin's timely arrival also indicated that the "formation core" in the God Realm had been completed. He stepped forward and took Caizhi's hand. "Caizhi, come with me to a certain place."

Demon Imperial Clan, Demon Imperial City.

"Where are you taking me?" Caizhi, her small hand held by Yun Che, was led all the way from the Profound Sky Continent to the Demon Imperial Clan.

"You'll know shortly," Yun Che said with a smile. Ahead lay the Yun clan, his place of origin. However, instead of descending there with Caizhi, he flew with her towards the Yun clan's rear mountains. Caizhi was about to ask another question when she suddenly perceived something, causing her to freeze instantly. The divine light in her starry eyes trembled slightly, becoming exceptionally complex.

Yun Che stopped with Caizhi. Below lay a sizable medicinal garden, its environment elegant and serene. It was abundant with countless herbs and flowers, and the air was permeated with a pleasant floral fragrance and a refreshing medicinal aroma. Within the medicinal garden, the figure of an old man was visible. Although only a little over a decade had passed, Yun Gu had gradually established a widespread reputation as a benevolent healer in the Demon Imperial Clan. Even members of the Demon Emperor's clan and the Twelve Guardian Families accorded him great respect.

Despite this, Yun Gu still habitually collected herbs himself. However, at this moment, he was accompanied not by Su Ling'er, but by a remarkably handsome and extraordinarily distinguished middle-aged man. If a profound practitioner from the God Realm were to arrive at this location and see this middle-aged man, they would undoubtedly be so shocked as to collapse to their knees on the spot. For it was the former Star God Emperor... Xing Juekong!

"...Take only seventy percent of this leaf, wrap it with a slight amount of profound energy, and place it in cold jade within two breaths...""...Although this plant is thriving, it has actually been tainted and should be discarded...""This herb is called Xiangyaozi. Its form and aura are ninety percent similar to Pengzhou grass. If misused, it can be life-threatening. You must engrave every subtle characteristic of its form and aura into your mind; this is the fundamental principle of medicine..."

Yun Gu taught patiently. He was the most remarkable physician in the world and the best master—a fact Yun Che knew better than anyone. Xing Juekong's tall figure naturally leaned forward in a half-bow. With every word Yun Gu spoke, he would nod heavily, his face filled with seriousness and respect.

Caizhi stared fixedly, her eyes unmoving, her lips silent.

"I erased all his memories," Yun Che said softly, still gently holding Caizhi's hand. "Now, he has no past, no power, and is no longer called Xing Juekong." He now bears the surname Yun, given by Master Yun Gu, who named him 'Yun Kong.' Although he could not be formally accepted as a disciple, Master Yun Gu agreed to keep him by his side to teach him medicine and healing.""Although it has only been three short months, he was, after all, once the Star God Emperor. Even without his memories, he still possesses a vague, transcendent awareness, and his progress is remarkably swift. Sometimes, the words he occasionally utters even provide considerable help to Master Yun Gu.""Master Yun Gu initially took him in at my request, but now he is increasingly willing to keep him by his side. I believe it won't be long before the Demon Imperial Clan gains another remarkable healer."

Yun Che harbored a deep, burning hatred for Xing Juekong. Yet, he was, after all, Jasmine and Caizhi's biological father. No matter how deep his resentment, he could not bring himself to kill him. He did not even dare to bring him before Caizhi, knowing that her hatred for Xing Juekong surpassed his own. Upon seeing him, a sudden surge of loathing would likely compel her to execute him. He could not allow Caizhi to bear the burden of patricide—just as he had prevented Qianye Ying'er from killing Qianye Fantian a year prior.

Erasing all his memories would allow this former Star God Emperor to use his sin-stained hands to heal the sick and save lives, thereby atoning slightly for his transgressions until his natural death. This was the best outcome Yun Che could envision... for Caizhi.

Caizhi's lips finally moved, emitting a somewhat strained, trembling sound. "Does... he deserve this?"

Yun Che reached out and drew her into his embrace. "To me, he does. Because no matter the magnitude of the sins he committed... in a certain aspect, I cannot help but be profoundly grateful to him." Lowering his head slightly, he looked at Caizhi's cheek. "Because of his existence, I was able to meet Jasmine, and to hold you like this in my arms."

She struggled briefly, but almost immediately, her delicate form completely yielded into Yun Che's embrace. Tears welled up in her starry eyes alongside her vulnerability, and she softly sobbed, murmuring, "Mother... Aunt... Brother... Sister... they all... all..."

"Why... why can this villain have such an outcome...?"

Yun Che closed his eyes, tightened his embrace, and allowed Caizhi to cry freely. Feeling the dampness spread across his chest, he inwardly let out a long sigh of relief. He wondered if this release of Caizhi's tears could, little by little, allow her heart, which had fallen into an abyss, to transform her back into the "little Jasmine" she once was—a flawless sprite.