vncnus Chapter 83 Congratulatory Gift
Chapter 83 Congratulatory Gift
Not only did the Moon-Cut-and-Build-Sun formations appear, but also the Water-Controlling and Mountain-Building formations, Cloud-Leaving and Wind-Borrowing formations, and Song-Dust-Wave Market, which shouldn't have been there... Even Jin Peng, whom she had heard had been staying at the Wangshu Inn for a long time and rarely went out, came.
Mingxun suddenly felt weak in the knees and subconsciously took a step back. Little did she know that Zhongli had somehow circled around behind her, completely blocking her retreat.
Although things had come to this point, she couldn't really just walk away, but she was definitely thrown into disarray.
Mingxun didn't dare to look at their expressions upon seeing her again, and tugged at Zhongli's sleeve, rambling on and on: "Before we came, sir, you never mentioned that your old friends were all so important..."
Knowing that she hadn't given up her disguise, Zhongli didn't intend to expose her and simply went along with her words, making up a story: "Miss Xunming, please don't mind. I met them by chance. All the immortals are very easy to talk to. They specially prepared some things for us when they heard that you and I were getting married."
The two people, who knew each other very well, put on a show of acting until Liu Yunjiefeng couldn't bear it any longer and coughed loudly, which stopped them. They then walked to the two empty seats that had been specially reserved for them.
As soon as they sat down, the silver bell hanging from Ge Chenlang's waist suddenly swayed, and the crisp sound of the bell blended into a familiar melody.
Mingxun was slightly taken aback; this was the most popular tune at weddings in the tribe she was born in.
She couldn't help but ask, "What is this?"
Ge Chenlang City himself was also surprised. He took off the bell and watched it float around Mingxun, swaying happily.
Most of these strange and unusual things were made by Liu Yun Jie Feng. Ming Xun held the bell and looked at Liu Yun Jie Feng, only to find that the latter's face was full of nostalgia.
Seeing her looking at him, Liu Yun used the wind to conceal the melancholy on his face and explained, "This bell is a memento from a deceased friend of ours, whose name was Gui Zhong."
Mingxun paused in her movements as she fiddled with the dust-washing bell.
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When the news of the passing of the Demon God of Dust spread, she was discussing what to do next with Ling Yuan and Fu Jin and Yao Jun, who had finally recovered.
They knew that the Rock Demon God Morax and the Dust Demon God Guizhong had formed an alliance. Seeing that she was stunned for a moment after hearing the news, they immediately guessed that the two might know each other, or even have a good relationship. Unlike the usual smiling tiger, she wouldn't show such an expression.
Fu Jin, being the gentlest of all, racked her brains for words of comfort, but before she could find the right thing to say, the person in front of her had already returned to normal and calmly said, "Sorry, where were we? Let's continue."
So the words of comfort she wanted to say stuck in her throat, neither coming out nor going out. Fu Jin's face turned red, and she even wanted to scold her, but when she met Ming Xun's eyes hidden in the shadows, she still couldn't bear to blame her.
After the plan was discussed, she deliberately slowed down and lagged behind the others, whispering to Mingxun, "If you're really sad, find a place where no one is around and have a good cry."
After saying that, she ran off, completely unaware that Shen Yumingxun remained motionless, sitting alone on the chair for a long time before slowly taking out a pot of wine from the cupboard and pouring two glasses.
He drank one cup himself and spilled the other on the ground.
She thought, "That's putting it into practice."
As for crying... she ultimately doesn't need tears, and she won't shed such meaningless tears.
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Mingxun had always felt that her relationship with Guizhong was lukewarm, never expecting to receive such a gift from her two thousand years later.
Mingxun had no doubt that this was specially prepared for her by Guizhong, because her tribe had long since perished due to a natural disaster, and this melody had been sealed in her memory. If it weren't for today's events, she probably would never have remembered it again.
When the song ended, the Dust-Cleansing Bell returned to silence, and Mingxun returned it to Gechenlang City.
The latter had regained her usual calm and gentle demeanor, and chuckled softly, "Before you arrived, so many of us were playing rock-paper-scissors to decide who would win, but who knew that this guy would beat us to it in the end."
Of the group back then, Gui Zhong loved gossiping about the relationship between Morax and Ming Xun the most, never expecting that he would actually plant this trick in the Cleansing Bell.
Gechenlang City also has a gift that has been prepared for a thousand years: "It's a small, insignificant item, but I hope you like it."
Mingxun once told her about a period of turbulent life he had lived in the past. At that time, Gechenlang City began to study how to condense the cave into a small object that could be carried around. However, Mingxun was no longer around, and the object was never given away.
Now retired from the world and settled in Liyue Harbor, Ge Chenlang City was naturally the first among the immortals to know that Zhong Li was getting married. Upon hearing the news, she decided to visit him on the same day, and thus learned from Zhong Li that his fiancé was actually Ming Xun.
After returning home, she took out the Chenge Pot that had always been prepared for her, made some minor modifications, and gave it to her as a congratulatory gift.
The other immortals were invited by Zhongli himself.
Mingxun's current situation is complicated, and Zhongli specifically instructed that there should be no mention of their past acquaintance at the banquet, and that they should be treated as if they were meeting for the first time.
Mingxun was unaware of what he had done in private, nor did she know that the exquisite teapot in her hand held a hidden treasure. She politely thanked Ge Chenlang.
As always, Liu Yunjiefeng loved strange and wonderful inventions. He pulled out a universal device that was said to be able to do housework automatically: "I have heard that mortals often quarrel over the division of housework after they get married. With this, you and Emperor—cough, Mr. Zhongli, will not have to worry about this problem in the future. Your life will definitely be harmonious and beautiful."
Although the mechanism's design is indeed strange, it is quite practical.
Jin Peng presented five gifts.
"These are from me, Fushe, Fanan, and Yingda." His voice was cool as he pointed to the boxes on the table and introduced them one by one. After speaking, he added, "The largest one is from Minu. Actually, he prepared many gifts, but this one was the most appropriate for today's occasion, so I only brought this one."
Mino was one of the few skillful Yakshas who were in charge of killing. His lifelong hobby was cutting cloth and making clothes. For this, he did not hesitate to offend Morax and bother him every day to ask him to take his measurements.
Morax was extremely annoyed.
It just so happened that Mingxun wanted to test Morax's tolerance for his overstepping of boundaries during that period, so she took this opportunity to persuade him together.
The final result was very optimistic. Although Morax was a little impatient, he reluctantly accepted her advice and went with her to the sewing room of Minu.
Mi Nu thus established a deep revolutionary friendship with her and made many clothes for her. It was a pity that she wore priestly robes most of the time and rarely changed into those clothes. She didn't take them with her when she left.
Mingxun guessed that the box probably contained clothes, but she wondered what kind of clothes would make Jinpeng say such a thing.
Next came the gifts from Lishui Dieshan and the others. Although they weren't as unique as the previous gifts, they were still thoughtful. Mingxun even glimpsed many things from her past that she had almost forgotten, most of which were related to a casual remark she had made in the past.
Mingxun felt her heart gradually clench as these gifts were presented, as if a wad of cotton was stuck in her chest, making it hard to breathe.
Worried that she would lose her composure if things continued like this, she hurriedly stood up and said, "Excuse me, everyone, it's a bit stuffy in the cave. I'd like to go out for some fresh air."
She left in a hurry, leaving the others present looking at each other in bewilderment.
As the last person to present a gift, Xiaoyue Zhuyang scratched the ground hesitantly with its hooves: "Does she not like my gift?"
Zhongli waved his hand to signal him not to overthink it: "I'm just having trouble accepting so much kindness right now."
Speaking of this, Liu Yunjiefeng couldn't help but get angry: "I've always treated her very well, so why didn't she ever think of that before? She just left without a second thought, showing absolutely no mercy!"
If Zhongli hadn't given her prior instructions, she would definitely have brought up this matter today to hold people accountable.
However, to others, her appearance was just bluster and cowardice. Xiaoyue Zhuyang said without any politeness, "Come on, Liuyun. When you found out that Mingxun was still alive, you were happier than anyone else. You couldn't bear to blame her. You only dare to say it now that she's not here."
Liu Yun, enraged by the wind but unwilling to argue with him due to his status, shouted, "Hmph, this immortal can't be bothered with you!"
Zhong Li simply watched this scene with a smile.
Mingxun's current unusual behavior is easy to explain. Most immortals are aloof and express themselves in a detached manner. Although they were kind to her before, they were reserved. How could their feelings be as intense as they are now after a long separation?
Moreover, it's not just them; Mingxun is different now than before.
Even though she never said it herself, Zhongli could guess that the dream that the wear and tear had created for her was probably related to them. Now that she met the immortals in reality, they not only did not blame her as they did in the nightmare, but also kept quiet about the past and presented gifts to celebrate their engagement. It was normal for her to need some time to accept this contrast.
He was just curious about what kind of image he had in Mingxun's nightmare that would make Mingxun, who had been avoiding him for a thousand years, take the initiative to come to him.
Of course, these thoughts were not to be shared with outsiders. Zhongli let Liuyun and Fengji simmer with resentment. He figured it was about time and prepared to go out to look for someone.
He wasn't worried that Mingxun would take this opportunity to run away; he knew her.
Sure enough, he finally found Mingxun curled up on a towering rock in the deep clouds.
Upon seeing him arrive, Mingxun whispered, "Sir, I thought this place was so remote that you wouldn't be able to find me."
If Zhongli leaves because he can't find her, then she'll have a reason to leave as well, which would be best.
Zhong Li lifted his robe and sat cross-legged beside her, calmly saying, "I will find you eventually."
He was implying something, and Mingxun could understand it perfectly well.
Pretending to be ignorant when you know the truth is ultimately just a temporary measure, just like how Mingxun can't let go of the past.
Perhaps the night breeze was too gentle, and the clouds obscured the moon, leaving only scattered starlight that could not illuminate this small world. In this darkness, she felt a long-lost sense of security and also felt a strong urge to confide in someone.
But this sudden desire had no outlet, and in the end she could only stammer and whisper, "If you could really find me, sir, then I wouldn't be the one coming to you in the end."
Her words were convoluted, but Zhongli understood them immediately.
If he could always find her, why didn't Morax chase after the Dream Demon God to her territory thousands of years ago and bring her back? Instead, he waited until now, thousands of years later, when she came to him driven by wear and tear.
Zhong Li said, "I thought you didn't want me to come looking for you."
(End of this chapter)
The author said: I fixed a plot bug; Gui ultimately dies after the Dream Demon God.
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