activa-t Chapter 150 is not Xixi
Chapter 150 is not Xixi
Chen Xiao's lips seemed to be stitched together with silent threads, and he did not utter a single word.
However, the doubts in his heart were like thick ink poured onto rice paper, spreading layer by layer, the ink becoming thicker and heavier, and difficult to dissipate for a long time.
On the way home, her gaze was like a sharp thorn, or a vine clinging to everything, tightly wrapped around "Xixi". It seemed as if she wanted to use this gaze as a sharp blade to peel away the seemingly familiar appearance layer by layer, and directly probe into the depths of the soul to dig out the true self hidden behind it.
At this moment, Qianyi's heart was like a tangled mess of hemp threads, with pain and entanglement intertwined like twin vines.
He knew perfectly well that this act of impersonation was like a timed thunderbolt hidden in the deepest part of the night, waiting for a moment of carelessness to explode and shatter all the carefully constructed lies before him, exposing the truth to the light of day without reservation.
The current situation is like a sword hanging high above his head, teetering on the verge of falling. Its chilling light seeps into his heart, forcing him to trudge along this treacherous path strewn with lies and thorns, a path that is difficult and lonely.
He had to devote himself wholeheartedly to presenting a radiant image to the public, and when he spoke and communicated with people, every gesture seemed to be a perfect fusion of soul and body.
And then, in a secluded and dark place out of the sight of others, he would painstakingly ponder and plan, repeatedly considering how to tell Chen Xiao the whole truth.
Every possible word he might utter, every subtle nuance of his tone, was being rehearsed in his mind like a military exercise, repeated over and over again, with no room for complacency.
At the same time, he also needs to remain vigilant and keep a close eye on the evil forces lurking deep in the dark abyss behind the fake S, as if he is always worried that the surging tide will sweep in again without warning, dragging the world back into the endless dark swamp, never to recover.
Arriving at a tranquil valley, the surroundings were so still that it seemed as if the river of time had stopped flowing here. The air seemed to be frozen, and wisps of eerie atmosphere, like fleeting ghosts, silently wandered and moved through the valley.
Qianyi felt as if her senses were being gently touched by a mysterious and unpredictable force, and she suddenly stopped in her tracks.
His extremely keen senses, capable of detecting even the slightest dust particle's trajectory, were now clearly perceiving an unusual aura, like a shadow stealthily approaching them in the dark.
"Everyone be careful, there may be danger." Qian Yi warned softly, his voice unconsciously revealing his original calm and reserved nature, like a smooth stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples to spread gently, but making Chen Xiao's doubts grow more lush and intense like spring grass meeting spring rain.
Just then, a group of dark figures, as if breaking free from the shackles of hell, surged out from both sides of the valley like a raging tide.
Their bodies were twisted, like deformed dolls being kneaded and manipulated by dark magic, and they exuded a nauseating stench, as if they were the embodiment of death and decay, which instantly filled the entire valley.
Upon seeing this, everyone's long-honed instincts instantly awakened like a sleeping lion, just like a well-trained elite army responding to a command, quickly and orderly arranging their battle formations, ready for battle.
Qian Yiyi had no choice but to bury her deepest concerns for the time being and throw herself into the fierce battle like an arrow released from a bow.
In the heat of the battle, Qian Yi's unleashed power inadvertently revealed a unique system imprint. This minute detail was captured by Chen Xiao's sharp and precise gaze, like that of a hawk.
"You are definitely not Xixi, who exactly are you?" Chen Xiao seized the opportunity to get close to Qian Yi, lowered his voice, and asked in a question that seemed to be squeezed out between his teeth. His words were filled with an unquestionable authority and certainty, like a thunderclap in Qian Yi's ears.
Qian Yi felt a chill run down her spine, as if the biting cold wind of the night had pierced straight into the depths of her soul. She knew that this deception was no longer going to work, and she felt like a trapped beast at the end of its rope.
He fought off the shadowy figure beside him with all his might, his movements carrying a hint of determination and helplessness. He slowly turned to face Chen Xiao, his eyes filled with a mixture of guilt and resolve: "I am Qian Yi. Xi Xi was unable to come because of the barrier, so she asked me to come and help her. That's why I impersonated her."
Chen Xiao had crossed paths with Qian Yi before, so he was quite surprised by the revelation of the truth. It was as if he had suddenly stumbled upon a misty forest on a broad road that was as familiar as the lines on his palm, and lost his way.
No wonder I always felt that Xi Xi acted strangely and was too calm and collected, completely different from the Xi Xi of the past. It turns out that the person in front of me was Qian Yi. In this way, many doubts that had been lingering in my mind were gently unlocked by a magical key of wisdom, and a clear explanation was found.
Seeing that Chen Xiao remained silent, Qian Yi had no choice but to continue, "However, during the fight with the fake S, I accidentally discovered Xi Xi's secret background. Later, by chance, I resolved the evil power of the fake S in Lingxu Valley. But I swear that I will never reveal this matter to anyone, and I have no malicious intent."
Upon hearing this, Chen Xiao looked shocked and puzzled, asking with a puzzled expression, "Is the problem between Xi Xi and the fake S really that serious? Aren't they just two sides of the same coin?"
Qian Yi then realized that Chen Xiao had not grasped the seriousness of the matter. She sighed softly, a sigh that carried endless helplessness and vicissitudes: "Extremely serious. However, I cannot say more about the specific details. As you know, the Supreme God is all-powerful."
This concerned the matter of the main god, so Qian dared not speak rashly. Chen Xiao was left alone to wander and struggle in a vortex of worry, as if he were shrouded in an invisible yet extremely heavy dark cloud, unable to see the sun.
At this moment, the others returned after repelling the shadowy figure, their footsteps echoing like the resounding echoes of a triumphant war drum, powerful and resonant.
They approached the two men, and Ning Yuyuan feigned anger, saying, "What's going on? The battle is in full swing, why are you chatting here?"
His feigned anger was natural and intimate, and it wasn't directed at Chen Xiao, but rather at Qian Yi. His eyes and tone seemed to convey a sense of familiarity.
After learning Qian Yi's true identity, Chen Xiao was forced to examine Ning Yuyuan's inexplicable closeness to Qian Yi from a completely new perspective.
She quietly took a step back, carefully observing Qianyi's expression, as if trying to uncover more unknown truths from the subtle lines of her facial expression.
Qian Yi naturally understood what Chen Xiao was thinking.
He was quite familiar with Ning Yuyuan, and had long been accustomed to her manner of speaking and her friendly manner.
Qianyi responded to Ning Yuyuan calmly, her expression natural, showing a sense of ease and relaxation after returning to her true self.
Seeing that Qian Yi was no longer as cold to her as she had been recently, Ning Yu was overjoyed and started chatting with Qian Yi. Her enthusiastic manner seemed to express all her joy at this moment.
Chen Xiao thought to himself, "So you've been ignoring her these past few days just because you're pretending to be Xi Xi?"
Qian Yi replied, "That's right."
Chen Xiao was speechless: "Even so, there's no need to completely ignore it. Xi Xi isn't that kind of person."
After a moment, Qian Yi slowly said, "Although Xi Xi is not like this, she is like this when she is facing Ning Yuyuan."
"What do you mean? Xixi knows Ning Yuyuan? You... do you also know him?" Chen Xiao asked incredulously, as if he had heard a fairy tale, his eyes filled with shock and doubt.
"Well, since things have come to this, I might as well be frank with you. I was once Ning Yuyuan's system, and Xi Xi also knows about this." Qian Yi's originally deep voice came.
What? Qian Yi is actually Ning Yuyuan's system?
No, I should say that Ning Yuyuan isn't even a local?
After being shocked by the matter, Chen Xiao noticed the word "once" and asked, puzzled, "Why 'once'?"
"...The reasons for this are not convenient to disclose, please understand." Qian Yi seemed to recall the past and said in a low voice.
There seemed to be a hint of melancholy and loneliness in that voice.
Chen Xiao pondered for a moment and then had some ideas.
"Alright, then you and she can talk slowly." Chen Xiao understood that Qian Yi must have her own secrets, so she still kindly said.
At this moment, a gentle spring breeze swept by, dispelling some of the tense and solemn atmosphere and bringing a sense of relief and peace.
Unexpectedly, Qian Yi added at the end: "At that time, you were in a critical situation, so I naturally helped you. Now, although the evil power of the fake S has been temporarily dealt with, the root of evil has not been eradicated. After escorting you to the Prefect's Mansion, I will explain the truth to Xi Xi and the Main God and discuss a solution together."
Chen Xiao nodded and said nothing more.
They both had their own thoughts, and at this moment they reached a silent understanding, a tacit agreement.
Seeing this, everyone decided to evacuate from the dangerous area first, and then discuss the matter in detail.
Qian Yi walked at the very front, like a fearless navigator, silently pondering how to respond when he met the Lord God.
Every word, every tone, every detail that might be questioned by the God of God was like a fine gear in his mind, repeatedly meshing and turning, being meticulously polished, as if a craftsman were carving a rare and beautiful jade, allowing no flaws whatsoever.
Soon, they arrived at a quiet town.
The townspeople seemed oblivious to the strangeness of Lingxu Valley, continuing to live peacefully as if they were residents of a secluded paradise, unaware of the changing world outside, immersed in their own tranquil world.
The group found an inn to rest for a while, but Chen Xiao pulled Qian Yi to the backyard of the inn, as if they had something extremely confidential to discuss. Their expressions and the atmosphere were mysterious and solemn.
"Qianyi, you must tell me all the secrets you know about Xixi's background."
Chen Xiao's gaze was resolute, as if it could pierce through all the illusions of the world and reach the core of the truth; there was an unyielding determination in his eyes.
Knowing that he couldn't refuse, Qian Yi slowly said, "Xi Xi's background is closely connected with the main god. She is a special existence created by the main god, and she shoulders the mission of maintaining the balance of good and evil in the primordial realm. The appearance of the fake S is probably due to the deviation when the main god created her, which caused the power of good and evil to be disordered. However, I am only speculating and dare not make a conclusion."
Chen Xiao frowned: "Then why was Xi Xi blocked by the barrier?"
"I don't quite understand this either. Perhaps it's a barrier set up by the fake S that targets Xi Xi's special power or bloodline." Qian Yi shook his head helplessly, also deeply puzzled by this unknown mystery.
Chen Xiao was overwhelmed with mixed feelings, as if she were groping and searching in a vast fog, but could not find the way out to the truth.
At this moment, the other people in the inn also gathered around, and the two immediately fell silent.
Ning Yu asked Qian Yi, "What are you all doing just staring at each other without saying a word?"
Qian Yi looked directly into Ning Yuyuan's eyes: "This is the relaxation method that Chen Xiao and I use."
Although Ning Yuyuan didn't understand, she nodded reluctantly and then pulled Yin Yuyao aside to chat.
Chao Yuan and Ye Yu then stepped forward and reported to Chen Xiao together: "Master, the surrounding area has been searched and there is nothing unusual."
Chen Xiao nodded, and the two then withdrew.
Qianyi glanced at Chen Xiao and understood that as Xixi's host, she must be feeling complicated at this moment, like a lone boat in the center of a storm, confused and helpless, drifting alone in the surging waves.
So she tried to stand on tiptoe and gently patted Chen Xiao's arm with her little hand as a form of comfort. Although the action was a little clumsy and childish, it was full of sincerity and concern, like a glimmer of light in the darkness.
As for why it was the arm instead of the shoulder, it was because Qianyi was currently using Xixi's "little girl" body, and was too short to reach Chenxiao's shoulder.
Chen Xiao felt a warmth in his heart, his brows relaxed slightly, and a ray of morning light dispelled the gloom in his heart, bringing him a moment of peace and comfort, as if he had found a touch of warmth in the cold night.
After Qianyi left, Chenxiao was filled with worry for Xixi, as if he were tightly enveloped by a thick fog of sorrow, and unknowingly fell into a deep sleep.
When she woke up, she found that everyone had already gotten ready and were waiting for her. She felt as if she had returned to her school days, with the familiar feeling of being waited for by everyone intertwined with a slightly awkward atmosphere.
He immediately got up and tidied himself up before boarding Ye Yu's newly purchased carriage with the others.
This carriage is spacious and comfortable, far superior to the previous small carriage. It is like an exquisite mobile palace, with beautiful interior decorations and soft seats, adding a touch of comfort and security to everyone's journey.
Chen Xiao sat in the middle and closed his eyes comfortably.
This comfortable carriage was like a tranquil island in the midst of a turbulent sea, providing them with a place to relax and unwind.
Seeing this, the others followed Chen Xiao's example and closed their eyes to rest.
So, after resting for a night in the town, they continued their journey to the governor's mansion.
When Chen Xiao and the others traveled from the prefect's mansion to the temple where Ning Yuyuan was, they took a shortcut and it didn't take long.
However, the return journey was different. The group traveled and rested frequently, taking a roundabout route instead of a straight one, because Chen Xiao wanted to use this opportunity to investigate the local conditions in Xunyang.
After Ning Yu learned about it, her opinion of Chen Xiao changed even more.
In her eyes now, Chen Xiao has risen to the level of an emperor who cares for the world, disregarding danger and safety, wanting to delve into the streets and alleys of the common people, to understand their hardships and joys, and to listen to the voices of the world.
Therefore, along the way, Ning Yuyuan kept telling everyone about the temple and the ancient legends of Xunyang, trying to increase everyone's understanding of these things.