Chapter 0.27 Xi You
Since there was no response from outside the cave, Qin Gou directly used his divine sense to communicate with the cave’s core spirit formation, allowing him to see everything outside.
“Why is she here?” Qin Gou asked Gong Yu with some surprise, “Fellow Daoist Gong, did you also invite Baiyao this time?”
“Who is Baiyao?” Gong Yu asked, confused.
Just then, Jing Liyu’s voice could be heard, “Eldest Senior Brother, are you in the cave? Liyu is here with Master.”
*Master.*
Hearing this address, Qin Gou immediately understood. It must be Xi You now controlling Huan Baiyao’s Dao Body. He waved his hand, opening the cave’s entrance. He really wanted to ask how this Elder Sister managed to make an appearance the moment she was mentioned.
Soon, Xi You and Jing Liyu entered the cave together. Xi You first glanced at Qin Gou, then, almost involuntarily, her gaze slowly fell upon Gong Yu, appearing particularly puzzled.
“When we arrived, we heard that this area should belong to the male guests. I don’t know who this is… Qin? It’s broad daylight! And those grand arrays isolating the outside are truly exquisite.”
“What did you say?” Qin Gou’s mouth twitched, and he widened his eyes in disbelief. “You’re Xi You, aren’t you? This is the Island Master, Gong Yu, an elder of Gong Wumeng.”
“Then, what are you two doing at this moment…”
“Naturally, we are discussing important matters. Those external arrays used to isolate others from prying are prepared for this purpose. Elder Sister, what exactly is going on in your head all day?” Qin Gou sighed. Of course, although the few minutes he spent patting Fellow Daoist Gong’s whale-like head earlier weren’t a major issue, it was a mere interlude.
“Oh, then it was my misunderstanding. I guess I came at the wrong time. How about I go somewhere else and wait? I won’t disturb you two any further… Qin Gou, stop glaring at me.” As she spoke, unexpectedly, Xi You seemed to deflate, her voice becoming timid and pitiful.
“What’s wrong?” Qin Gou was utterly confused. He really couldn’t understand if this persona of being incredibly endearing and quickly becoming dejected was the Nine Saint Monarch’s true nature or because of the words ‘Xi You’ in this Residual Soul/Emotion Fragment’s name.
“Ahem, Xi You, have you misunderstood? I widened my eyes just now because I was surprised by your question, not because I was truly angry,” Qin Gou said tentatively.
As soon as he said this, Xi You paused. Her dark eyebrows unfurrowed, and her expression cleared up. Her bright, captivating eyes sparkled, and her smile was sweet and intimate. “Oh! As long as Young Qin isn’t really angry with me!”
Case closed. This sequence of ‘worry’ followed by ‘joy’ made Qin Gou immediately realize that his previous assumption – that Xi You, possessing two completely opposite emotions, would be more like a normal person compared to other Residual Souls/Emotion Fragments – was clearly a misunderstanding.
“This Fellow Daoist is named ‘Xi You,’ so she must also be a Residual Soul/Emotion Fragment like Fellow Daoist Bei Si, currently controlling this Dao Body?” Gong Yu asked. Given Huan Baiyao’s appearance, she could naturally tell at a glance that the other party was a Little Saint Monarch.
“Precisely. I came for Bei Si, but I heard that Young Qin was also here, so I came over first.” While speaking, Xi You inexplicably glanced at Old Qin with her small eyes, then cupped her fists at Gong Yu. “But I’ve inadvertently interrupted your discussion. I’m truly sorry, please forgive me, Fellow Daoist.”
“It’s no trouble. It’s just that I don’t quite understand why you call Brother Qin ‘Young Qin’?” Gong Yu frowned slightly.
“It’s just… a habit,” Xi You replied truthfully.
“Ahem, let me explain directly,” Qin Gou waved his hand. “Fellow Daoist Gong, since you are familiar with Bei Si, you must know that every Residual Soul/Emotion Fragment inherits a portion of the Nine Saint Monarch’s fragmented memories. Xi You’s memories are much more complete than other Residual Souls/Emotion Fragments… And the Saint Monarch himself was the teacher who guided me in my cultivation in the very beginning.”
For a moment, hearing Qin Gou actively state that final affirmation, Xi You’s eyes softened. Then, she sent a sound transmission to Qin Gou’s ear. “My treasure, I was too excited just now and acted foolishly. I’m sorry, did I embarrass you in front of your friends?”
Qin Gou’s expression stiffened abruptly. “Can you stop teasing me intentionally?”
“What? Master is serious!”
“This comfort, this tone… it’s too much like coaxing a child,” Qin Gou felt a mix of emotions.
However, at the same time, Gong Yu could no longer hide her shock. “So that’s how it is! Brother Qin is actually a disciple of the Saint Monarch, which is why Brother Qin was so hesitant before and didn’t want to… that girl, Wumeng, is also a Little Saint Monarch!”
“But this is almost the only chance! Our clan has finally found a miracle. Could it be that, in the eyes of the Heavenly Dao, the Eternal Night Marquis clan is simply not allowed to exist?” Gong Yu sighed with a complex expression, as if deeply struck, her face filled with helplessness and growing despair.
“What happened?” Xi You asked, very confused.
“Since you came for Bei Si, you must also know that Wumeng is from the pure-blooded Eternal Night Marquis clan, right?” Xi You nodded. “That’s right. I do have some understanding of the background and realm of Gong Wumeng and Zhu Yup, who are under Bei Si.”
Gong Yu gave a bitter smile and continued, “Wumeng has always hoped that the Eternal Night Marquis clan could continue. She wanted to find another pure-blooded male of her clan, and now she has finally found him, which is Brother Qin. But…”
“Qin Gou also possesses the Eternal Night Marquis bloodline? But how does Gong Wumeng plan to continue the lineage?” Xi You clearly began to sense that something was wrong.
“Naturally, through the union of two purebloods. Wumeng and Brother Qin, their offspring will naturally be pure-blooded clan members.”
“What?!” Xi You’s eyes trembled violently.
“Fellow Daoist, don’t get agitated. I understand what you mean. Before, I had no idea Brother Qin was a disciple of the Nine Saint Monarch!” Gong Yu said with a troubled expression, sighing repeatedly. “Wumeng also said that in her opinion, Brother Qin is a person who highly values the rites between master and disciple. Therefore, with Brother Qin’s virtue and character, no matter the reason, how could he possibly accept becoming Dao Companions with his highly respected superior in a transgressive manner? Brother Qin wasn’t unwilling to help before; it’s just that given his character, he simply couldn’t!”
However, no sooner had she finished speaking than Gong Yu looked at everyone again and suddenly discovered that, besides herself, the other three present had flushed faces.
