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Chapter 264 Xuannv 129

The night was like an endless piece of black silk, tightly wrapping the world. Everything was silent, except for the cool moonlight, which, like a veil, penetrated through the thick clouds and gently fell on the silent Zifu Palace.

Emperor Donghua looked pale, leaning weakly on the carved nanmu couch. His eyes, which were usually deep, calm and indifferent, were now full of struggle and guilt. Although he had just won the fierce battle with his inner demon, the purgatory-like struggle still made him feel frightened, as if the roar of the inner demon was still echoing in his ears. What made him feel like he was falling into an ice cave and could not let it go was that Jiaojiao had tried her best to help him escape the disaster. Now, she was sitting beside him, equally weak, with a faint breath.

“Jiaojiao, if you hadn’t sacrificed yourself to help me this time, I would…” Donghua’s voice was hoarse, and every word was filled with deep self-blame. “It’s all because of my lack of practice and concentration that I let you fall into such a dangerous situation, and you were almost doomed.” He lowered his eyes slightly, and his long eyelashes cast shadows on his eyelids. The self-blame and regret were so thick that they could not be dissolved.

Jiaojiao shook her head gently, her black hair swaying with it. A gentle smile appeared on her face, just like the warmest spring breeze, which could wipe away the troubles of the world. There was no complaint in her eyes, only concern and heartache: "Emperor, don't blame yourself like this. The road of cultivation is full of thorns. It's like groping in the dark, and every step is full of unknown risks. It's inevitable that demons will grow. It's my wish to help the emperor through this disaster, and it's the greatest honor of my life." Her voice was soft, but it exuded a reassuring power that seemed to dispel the haze in the world.

"But as an emperor, I shoulder the responsibility of protecting the four seas and eight wastelands. This is my innate mission." Donghua frowned, and the river-shaped lines between his eyebrows became more and more obvious. The guilt in his heart was like a surging tide, hitting his heart wave by wave. "Now that I have put you in danger because of my own affairs, I really can't rest."

Jiaojiao stretched out her white jade-like hand and gently held Donghua's hand. Although her palm was cold, there was a constant flow of warmth and strength, flowing through the clasped hands and into Donghua's heart. "Emperor, you have given too much for the world. Over the years, you have worked hard and worked day and night. Every battle and every time you guard, the creatures of the world have seen it and remembered it in their hearts." She paused, looked at Donghua firmly, her eyes gleaming with light, "Look at all things in the world, follow the laws of nature, the four seasons cycle, and there are prosperity and decline. It's the same for people. The road of life will not always be smooth, and it is normal to fall into a trough occasionally. If you can take this opportunity to deeply understand yourself and reflect on the path of cultivation, you will be able to face all kinds of challenges more calmly in the future."

Donghua stared at Jiaojiao quietly. Every word she said was like a bright beam of light, shining into his heart, which was full of gloom and guilt. Time seemed to stand still for a long time. He nodded slightly, took a deep breath to calm his emotions, and said, "Jiaojiao, thank you for your heartfelt words. I am suddenly enlightened."

Jiaojiao raised the corners of her mouth and smiled with relief: "It's great that the emperor can let go of it. In the future, no matter how thorny or stormy the road ahead is, I will always be by the emperor's side and never leave him."

On this quiet night, the two held hands tightly, their friendship was like the warm spring sun, completely dispelling the haze lingering in the Purple Mansion Palace. They knew that there might be more difficulties and obstacles in the future, but as long as they joined hands with each other, they would have the courage and strength to move forward fearlessly.