Chapter 57: Strolling in the Forbidden Zone

Chapter 57: Strolling in the Forbidden Zone (Please Follow!)

The autumn wind blew, bringing a chill that pierced to the bone.

Xi Huang stood in the cemetery of the Jade Pond Sacred Land, looking at the rows of tombstones. Her heart ached with every step she took, growing heavier with each pace.

Seven thousand years had passed, from death to rebirth, and now, upon waking, everything and everyone was different.

Shao Hua, though she recognized a few familiar faces among the younger generation of the Jade Pond Sacred Land, found herself in a world where no one knew her.

All her contemporaries had long since passed away, but fortunately, she still had her daughter by her side.

Xi Huang’s face creased with a slight frown, and she let out a soft sigh.

She looked so incredibly adorable!

Unable to resist, Shao Hua reached out, her long, slender, and fair hand gently pressing on her mother’s head, caressing her smooth hair.

"Shao Hua!" Xi Huang’s sorrow was abruptly interrupted. She lifted her head, glaring at her daughter with clenched teeth.

Where was her dignity as a mother?

This was outrageous. If she dared to be so frivolous today, what would she do in the future? Xi Huang didn’t even want to think about it!

"I’m here, Mother." Shao Hua responded with a bright, radiant smile, her beauty unmatched.

"Don’t touch my head." Xi Huang waved her particularly delicate little fist.

"Okay, okay, I won’t touch it again. Otherwise, you won’t grow tall." Shao Hua reluctantly withdrew her hand.

"..." Xi Huang’s clear, fair face was turning almost black. Could she not bring up that topic?

"Ha ha ha~" Shao Hua laughed, her laughter light and cheerful.

The sky was clear, the wind gentle, and the clouds light, reflecting her mood.

She lifted her young mother into her arms, humming a nameless tune as she strolled through the entire Jade Pond Sacred Land.

Many places had changed, and the current Jade Pond Sacred Land was several times more prosperous than it had been in the past, truly the number one sacred land in the world.

"That’s... Dong Huang. She has returned from her inspection of the world."

"Wait, Dong Huang is carrying a little girl. Ugh, I’m so envious! I wish Dong Huang would hold me in her arms too!"

"Speaking of which, did anyone else notice that the little girl looks a lot like Dong Huang?"

The disciples of the Jade Pond Sacred Land were stunned.

Their revered Dong Huang had returned from her journey with a little girl in her arms.

What was more, the two not only looked similar but also shared a certain mysterious resemblance in their expressions and demeanor.

"Mother, they’re all saying we look like a mother and daughter", Shao Hua emphasized with a deliberate tone.

They weren’t just similar; they were a genuine mother and daughter.

However, to others, it was the exact opposite of the truth.

"Hmph, I bet you’re doing this on purpose, parading me around and causing misunderstandings. I never realized you had such a mischievous side."

Xi Huang laughed despite her anger, turning her head away to avoid her rebellious daughter.

But her anger came and went quickly. She couldn’t really be mad, and much of it was just for show to play along with her daughter.

Being in a smaller body, she felt her mindset had also become much younger without her noticing.

Xi Huang finally realized that her daughter’s actions were also a way to help her adapt to the new situation.

The two stopped bickering, regaining their composure. They held hands, and for a moment, all was peaceful.

The beautiful young woman, holding the hand of a little girl in a white dress, made a picture of perfect harmony.

Shao Hua, still in high spirits, carved a Dao Diagram on a cliff face, depicting two graceful figures, one large and one small.

Many disciples, though their curiosity was burning, dared not express it with Dong Huang still in the sacred land.

But upon seeing the Dao Diagram left by Dong Huang’s own hand, a group of them immediately gathered around.

The Dao Diagram appeared to be just the silhouettes of two people, but in reality, every line was an immortal Dao trace, imbued with incredible power.

Some even entered a state of enlightenment, their internal Xi Huang Sutra or Dong Huang Sutra unconsciously activating, emitting chants.

Since then, the Yaochi Holy Land has adopted the tradition of carving diagrams on cliffs.

This clearly shows how even the slightest actions of an emperor can have a profound impact.

Shao Hua, of course, was unaware of all this. She had already returned to the familiar courtyard with her mother, rolled up her sleeves, and was preparing to cook.

Reunited with loved ones, a toast was in order!

Xi Huang immediately volunteered to help, insisting it wasn't because she was worried her beloved daughter might tamper with the food.

Not that Shao Hua would be easy to detect or stop even if she had ulterior motives.

But she was promptly and unceremoniously sent away by Shao Hua.

Go play somewhere else, kid.

"Who are you?!" A young child walked in and, upon seeing Xi Huang, asked with a curious expression.

This was Wu Shi, a manifestation of Shao Hua that had been retrieved from the pool and brought here.

Without waiting for Xi Huang to answer, Wu Shi saw his sister nearby and immediately pounced.

"Sis, I've missed you so much!"

"I have things to do. Go play with Mom." Shao Hua simply tossed him back.

Wu Shi's small eyes filled with confusion as he looked around, only to see a young lady standing nearby.

He politely asked, "Miss, do you know where my mother is?"

"Hehe." Xi Huang smiled, the same smile as Shao Hua.

Then, a family drama unfolded. Young Wu Shi was crushed by the younger Xi Huang, and the half-step Dao Palace powerhouse was defeated. The second-tier immortal was truly terrifying!

In reality, Xi Huang just tugged on Wu Shi's ear and firmly declared her identity.

This was a family reunion dinner, with three people and four sets of chopsticks, a happy and harmonious scene.

Shao Hua shared a few drinks with her mother, and Wu Shi sneakily took a small sip, only to fall over right away.

Shao Hua casually recorded this incident.

Wu Shi was only out for a few days before Shao Hua sealed him away again. The main reason was to let her mother see her child and to upgrade his confinement from a Divine Source to an Immortal Source.

With nothing else to do, Shao Hua took her unusually young mother on a tour of the various forbidden zones.

They picked enlightenment tea in the Undying Mountains, played on the beach by the Cycle Sea, and explored ancient ruins in the Divine Ruins.

This was also a show of force, as everyone believed these were the offspring of the Eastern Empress, who would carry on her legacy.

Even if she were to leave one day, her daughter could still quell the Dark Chaos!

But in truth, Shao Hua wasn't thinking that far ahead. She was just showing her mother the sights and gathering information about the forbidden zones, trying to gauge how many Sovereigns were still inside.

"From the Mythic Era to the Primordial Age and now, so many people are unwilling to let go, desiring immortality and eternal life, a curse that plagues future generations", Xi Huang sighed.

The number of Sovereigns in the major life-prohibited zones was astonishing, with at least three or four in each, and the Primordial Ancient Mine had the most, requiring both hands to count.

"You and Father have already slain six Sovereigns. There won't be a Dark Chaos for a long time. I'll figure out a way to take a few more with me when the time comes", Shao Hua said.

"Don't push yourself. It's not something one person can accomplish alone. Do your best, and the rest will be left to future generations", Xi Huang consoled her.

"Got it, I understand." Shao Hua nodded.

She had her own plans. Besides, the Sovereigns in the forbidden zones weren't all united. Those who hadn't initiated the Dark Chaos didn't necessarily need to be enemies.

By winning over and dividing some, the real enemies would be fewer.

The desire for immortality isn't wrong; it's the corruption of some hearts that is the problem.

(End of Chapter)

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