Invincible Soul Emperor

Xiao Xiao knows that the situation ahead is not only a challenge against Demonic Qi but also a challenge against her inner self.

The Demonic Qi is undoubtedly difficult to refine, and the Heart Demon is extremely hard to eliminate, but for Ye Qingchen, everything is worth it!

She will never allow this Heart Demon to seize her!

She absolutely cannot enter demonic cultivation!

Xiao Xiao stood upright, clenched her fists, her eyes blazing: "It’s only a Heart Demon, after all. What great storms and waves have I, Xiao Xiao, not seen? Bring it on, if you dare!"

The cold laughter of the darkened Xiao Xiao echoed in the darkness, the two engaged in fierce combat once again.

Every clash was endured by Xiao Xiao with gritted teeth.

The battle between Xiao Xiao and the darkened Xiao Xiao grew fiercer, her every attack skillfully thwarted by the darkened Xiao Xiao, each defense seemed so powerless. Every taunt from the darkened Xiao Xiao was like a sharp blade, piercing deep into her heart, causing her immense pain and struggle.

How could the Heart Demon be defeated so easily?

Xiao Xiao’s spirit gradually fatigued, and her consciousness became blurry.

At this moment, the darkened Xiao Xiao laughed coldly again, her eyes flashing with victory: "Xiao Xiao, do you feel powerless? You’re already bound by your own Demonic Qi, unable to break free. Accept the reality!"

Xiao Xiao’s body swayed, the darkness before her seemed even heavier. She felt she was about to collapse, her spirit on the verge of breaking. Just when she was about to give up, she suddenly heard a familiar voice calling out.

"Xiao Xiao! Xiao Xiao!" Ye Qingchen’s voice came from outside the door, filled with urgency and concern.

That voice was like a beam of light, penetrating the darkness within her heart. Xiao Xiao’s gaze became instantly clearer, she lifted her head abruptly, looking at the darkened Xiao Xiao: "No, I won’t be defeated by you!"

The smile on the darkened Xiao Xiao froze instantly, a flicker of anger flashed in her eyes: "How is this possible? How could you..."

Ye Qingchen’s voice grew closer, as if constantly tugging at Xiao Xiao’s consciousness. She felt a warm energy pouring into her heart, dispelling the surrounding darkness.

She took a deep breath, focusing all her strength, and suddenly swung a punch towards the darkened Xiao Xiao.

"Young Master, I’m here!" Xiao Xiao shouted loudly, her voice filled with determination and power.

This punch carried an unwavering resolve, striking directly at the heart of the darkened Xiao Xiao.

The red glow in the darkened Xiao Xiao’s eyes instantly dimmed, her whole body gradually dissipating into smoke in the darkness.

With the disappearance of the darkened Xiao Xiao, Xiao Xiao felt as if she was pulled out from an abyss.

Xiao Xiao’s consciousness gradually cleared, the surrounding darkness also retreated. She opened her eyes, seeing Ye Qingchen standing anxiously outside the door, looking at her with concern.

"Xiao Xiao, are you okay?" Ye Qingchen asked eagerly, his eyes filled with concern: "It’s already the second afternoon and you haven’t come out. You even cast a barrier around yourself, if people didn’t know better, they’d think something happened to you."

When Ye Qingchen returned last night, he had noticed the barrier outside Xiao Xiao’s room.

But he hadn’t thought much of it.

However, Xiao Xiao spent an unusually long time inside; when they parted yesterday, Ye Qingchen hadn’t sensed anything amiss with Xiao Xiao.

Therefore, Xiao Xiao shouldn’t have stayed in there for so long.

Ye Qingchen grew worried, so he came to her door and called out.

But fortunately, Xiao Xiao was now standing safely in front of him.

Xiao Xiao took a deep breath, striving to calm herself, nodding slightly: "Young Master, you were worried for nothing. I just returned from the Secret Realm a bit tired and didn’t expect to sleep until now."

Xiao Xiao wasn’t going to mention the issue with the Demonic Qi, so she smiled at Ye Qingchen.

Ye Qingchen breathed a sigh of relief, stepped forward, and lightly ruffled Xiao Xiao’s hair: "The Secret Realm is indeed challenging, I heard some from Xue Zhao. But next time, let me know in advance if something like this happens."

Xiao Xiao, bearing the fatigue on her face, forced a smile: "Young Master, don’t worry, whatever happens, don’t I always tell you?"

Ye Qingchen frowned slightly, though he sensed something was wrong with Xiao Xiao, seeing her unwilling to speak, he didn’t press further.

Remembering something, Ye Qingchen said: "By the way, Xiao Xiao, we’re heading to the Secret Realm in two days, make sure you are ready. But don’t worry if you’re not prepared, you have your Young Master to rely on!"

Listening to this, Xiao Xiao felt a surge of complex emotions.

Initially, she was filled with determination, eager to face the challenges of the Secret Realm alongside her family.

But the recent battle with her darkened self made her realize that many unresolved issues lingered within her heart.

If these weren’t addressed first, she might find herself in trouble again within the Secret Realm, potentially dragging Ye Qingchen down.

Now, that Heart Demon could reach her Divine Sense, and next time, the Heart Demon might control her.

Such things have happened before.

Like that incident with the Zheng family...

Initially, she hadn’t given it much thought, but now...

If the Heart Demon controlled her, hopefully it wouldn’t be discovered by her Young Master, but if it was discovered, she couldn’t predict his view of her.

Furthermore, if she accidentally harmed her Young Master, she’d regret it forever.

To be cautious, she decided not to go to the Secret Realm this time.

She took a deep breath, her tone firm but tinged with apology: "Young Master, I haven’t fully recovered from the last Secret Realm, and I think I need some time to adjust. So, I have decided not to go for now."

Xiao Xiao finished speaking, looking at Ye Qingchen with a somewhat aggrieved expression.

A flicker of surprise appeared in Ye Qingchen’s eyes.

Did something happen to Xiao Xiao just now?

She had been insisting on going, but now, after just one night, she changed her mind so quickly?

This wasn’t like her at all.

Yet, she was unwilling to reveal what happened last night...

Soon, Ye Qingchen understood and nodded supportively, his voice gentle: "It’s okay, Xiao Xiao. Rest well, I’ll handle the Secret Realm myself. Your Young Master still has some skills."

Xiao Xiao looked at Ye Qingchen with a mix of emotions, a warmth rising within her heart: "Young Master. I’m sorry for causing you worry."

Ye Qingchen gently patted her shoulder, smiled tenderly: "It’s okay as long as you’re fine. Don’t force yourself. Retrieving the Sarira wasn’t meant for you to face alone."

Xiao Xiao nodded, though a part of her felt reluctant, she knew this was the right choice.

She needed time to adjust, to deal with the unresolved Demonic Qi, so she could always stand by her Young Master’s side.

Ye Qingchen turned to leave, then suddenly looked back at Xiao Xiao, his gaze complex, voice encouraging: "Xiao Xiao, no matter what difficulties you encounter, remember, you’re not alone. Your Young Master will always be by your side. So, if you have any difficulties, come to me first!"