I swept the Phoenix with the Onmyoji Shikigami

Chapter 228 Light Blue Halo

In the peaceful and mysterious land of the spirit world, Shen Li returned to her Bi Cang Palace with the colorful bird.

Looking at this cat, which in her heart was no longer just a pet but the continuation of Xinghan's soul, Shen Li decided to give it a name - "Xing'er".

This name is both a commemoration of the good memories of the past and an expectation for infinite possibilities in the future.

Shen Li took care of Xing'er meticulously, just like a newborn baby.

She prepared Xing'er's food herself, selecting the freshest leaves and fruits, making sure it was nutritionally balanced;

She also built an exquisite birdcage for Xing'er, but more importantly, she let it fly freely in the house.

Enjoy the fresh air and warm sunshine of the spiritual world.

When Shen Li is free, she will have simple conversations with Xing'er.

Although most of the time it was just her speaking one-sidedly, Xing'er's spiritual eyes always made Shen Li feel her response and understanding.

In the blink of an eye, four months passed.

Shen Li discovered that Xing'er began to show unusual changes.

Its feathers are becoming increasingly sparse, and its body is gradually becoming more slender, as if it is undergoing a transformation.

Finally, one morning, when the first ray of sunlight penetrated the clouds and shone on Shen Li's cabin, Xing'er turned into a sickly human figure, lying on Shen Li's bed.

He was a handsome young man with a pale face, but his eyes were shining with tenacity and curiosity.

Shen Li was so shocked by this sudden change that she was speechless, but soon she calmed down, her heart filled with love and responsibility.

She knew that this was Xinghan returning to her in another form, and she had to take good care of this "new" Xinghan.

So Shen Li took the boy as his follower.

She personally taught him the etiquette, language, and basic martial arts of the Xinghan spiritual world, hoping that he could gradually adapt to this world and recover his health.

Shen Li also specially arranged military affairs for him to learn. From the most basic marching formations to tactical strategies, she patiently explained them one by one.

As Xing'er turned into a sickly human form, Shen Li's life was once again filled with new colors.

She looked at Xing'er, who was lying on the bed, with a pale but pretty face, and her heart was filled with complicated emotions.

She walked gently to the bed, sat down, and spoke softly: "Xing'er, are you okay? How do you feel?"

Xing'er opened his eyes. The eyes that once sparkled with colorful light now seemed a little confused, but he tried to force a smile, and his voice was weak but firm:

"Sister Shen Li, I'm fine. It's just... where is this? Why am I like this?"

Shen Li gently held Xing'er's hand, giving him strength and comfort:

"This is the spirit world, our home. As for your change, I think this is a miracle Xinghan left for us. You are his other existence."

There was a flash of surprise in Xing'er's eyes, followed by deep gratitude:

"Xinghan... he really didn't leave me. Sister Shenli, thank you for always being by my side."

Shen Li smiled slightly, with a gentle light flashing in her eyes:

"You're welcome, Xing'er. From now on, you are my family, and I will take care of you just like I took care of Xinghan. But you also have to promise me that you will be strong and study hard, okay?"

Xing'er nodded vigorously, with determination in her eyes: "I will, Sister Shenli. I will study hard and not let you down. I also want to be someone like you who can protect everyone."

After Shen Li heard this, a warm feeling surged in her heart. She stroked Xing'er's head and said softly, "I believe in you, Xing'er. You have endless potential. As long as you work hard, you will definitely be able to surpass yourself and become a truly strong person."

In the following days, Shen Li not only taught Xing'er martial arts and military affairs, but also taught him to read and write, and to understand the history and culture of the spiritual world.

The conversation between the two gradually became intimate from the initial unfamiliarity. Shen Li would patiently answer Xing'er's various questions, and Xing'er would also use his pure heart to bring laughter and warmth to Shen Li.

"Sister Shen Li, why are the stars in the sky twinkling?" Xing'er looked up at the starry sky and asked curiously.

Shen Li smiled and replied: "Because every star has its own story, they tell their own legends through twinkling. Just like you, Xing'er, you are also a unique star, and your light will eventually illuminate the entire spiritual world."

After hearing this, Xing'er's eyes sparkled with a pretty light, which even reminded Shen Li of Xinghan's eyes.

As time goes by, Xing'er grows up healthily under Shen Li's careful care.

Every noon, when the sun is the strongest, a light blue halo will appear between Xing'er's eyebrows, shaped like a light willow leaf, flashing a mysterious and gentle light. This strange phenomenon makes Shen Li more convinced that Xing'er carries an extraordinary destiny.

Xing'er's hair gradually grew into light gray, like the brightest stars in the night sky, complementing his handsome face.

He often drank spiritual spring water. The clear and sweet water seemed to have a special effect on him, making his body stronger and his mind purer.

Shen Li was well aware of Xing'er's yearning for freedom, but was also worried that he would be in danger after leaving the palace.

So, she cleverly introduced a magical river from heaven into the backyard of the palace. The water was crystal clear and sparkling, adding a touch of fairy spirit to the palace.

This spiritual river not only became a unique landscape of the palace, but also provided Xing'er with an excellent place for practice and rest.

During the day, Xing'er often shuttles between the woods. His figure is flexible and agile, like an elf in the woods.

At night or in his spare time, he liked to lie on the water, close his eyes, and let the clear waves of the spiritual river gently lap his body, as if it could wash away all worldly troubles.

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, Xing'er has grown from a sickly boy to a vigorous young man. His height is already more than two heads taller than Shen Li, and his upright posture and resolute eyes make it impossible to ignore his presence.

However, no matter how time changes, Shen Li's love and care for Xing'er remains the same.

Under Shen Li's teaching and companionship, Xing'er not only mastered powerful martial arts and rich knowledge, but also learned how to face the world with a kind and brave heart.

The deep affection between him and Shen Li has long surpassed the boundaries of master and servant and has become an indispensable existence in each other's lives.

Whenever night falls, Shen Li and Xing'er would sit side by side on the bank of the Ling River, looking at the starry sky and sharing each other's dreams and future.

On Xing'er's first birthday as an adult, he invited Shen Li with great anticipation:

"Sister Shen Li, today is my birthday. I want to take you to a place that is very special to me."