Chapter 278: Forever In A Moment


    Ling Xis awakening was a huge surprise. Long Chen had been waiting for this moment for a long, long time. A lot of time had passed since the battle at the Star Devil Prison; he had be much stronger since then, and fortunately he had Xiang forpany in her absence, or he would have been very lonely.


    But when she appeared, Long Chen tossed Xiang far out of his mind. He was very tantly prioritizing his romantic rtionship over his friendship.


    Ling Xi clearly wanted to know what had happened during her absence, why he had jumped into the abyss but had not died, and how they had ended up here. Plus, she could tell that he had attained the Heavenly River Realm.


    But Long Chen did not want to talk to her about any of that. All he wanted to do was tell her about the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus.


    Xiao Xi, I will tell you everything you want to knowter. Right now, I want to give you a present, he said mysteriously, carrying her in his palms when he recovered from his shock.


    What is it?


    Its a secret, but Ill show it to you now. After he spoke, he took the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus out of his pouch. Ling Xi was knowledgeable, so she recognized it immediately.


    A Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus? Ling Xi gasped. Overrun by emotion, she stuttered, Brother Chen, how is it possible that you have something like that? It should be impossible to find a Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus in a ce like this.


    Ill tell you how I got itter. Hehe, Xiao Xi, do you know how this works? I hear youll get a temporary body  Long Chen grew anxious.


    Thats right. Where Im from, the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus is fairlymon. When a powerful master is in and their soul is notpletely dead but rather in a state like I am right now, they can turn into a normal mortal by using a Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus. And if they get the rare and precious Nine Heavens Immortal Fruit, they can regain their body


    Ling Xi was very emotional when she saw the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus, sobbing a little because she knew that it was surely the fruit of Long Chens efforts. It was a warm feeling to know that he had been working hard for her sake when she was in a deep slumber.


    I hear that if you use the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus, it will be the same as having a mortals body. Youll be able to feel everything a person feelsyou can eat, drink, poop, pee, and sleep! But you wont be able to cultivate. You can only be a normal human. Xiao Xi, what do you think? he asked.


    Being a normal human came with many inconveniences. Long Chen would need to care for her while he traveled, including preparing food and clothing for her.


    I dont want it, she said bitterly, looking at the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus.


    Why? Long Chen thought she would be overjoyed and excited to use it. He did not expect her to decline after an internal debate.


    Brother Chen, do you know how burdensome it would be to have a normal person without anybat abilities following you around? I would be a burden and slow your growth. You might even die because of this


    There was a lot of sorrow in her voice towards the end. He could tell that she really wanted to feel like a live human being again but chose to give that up to avoid bringing him harm.


    This was all in spite of the joy and surprise she felt when she saw the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus.


    Thank you for the present, but I really cant ept this, she said, crestfallen, with her head low.


    You idiot! Youre imagining me to be a weak and useless person! If I cant even protect a woman, how can you call me Long Chen? I might as well be Dog Chen or Pig Chen! eximed Long Chen, annoyed.


    He could see that she actually yearned for the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus, so ignoring everything else, he ced it in front of her and chided, Use it now. Dont me me for making this threat, but if you dont use it, Ill chase you away and not let you follow me.


    Brother Chen  Ling Xi knew that his threat was harmless and he was actually doing it for her own good. She was very touched by it.


    Listen. Please trust me. I will protect you, he said sincerely.


    But I will bring you lots and lots of inconveniences. She was still torn.


    There will be inconveniences, but I will gain many benefits too. See, if my little Ling Xi gets a body, shell be able to do something to repay me, right? Long Chen peered at her drunkenly.


    You jerk! Even if I use it, you are not to touch me! Ling Xi blushed instantly, understanding what he meant.


    This indirectly implied that she had agreed.


    I wont, I promise! Haha. Lets not waste time. Use it now! Xiao Xi, Im looking forward to it.


    Long Chen was deeply emotional inside, knowing that the spirit who had been by his side could finally have her own body and he could care for her as a human being. It would be amazing to have such a beautiful girl by his side, listening to him, spending time with him


    Ling Xi had be much more obedient after their various experiences, and much more adorable.


    Alright


    After Long Chens strong insistence, she buried her worries in her heart. She would cross that bridge when she reached it, and everything would be fine.


    When she was prepared to use the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus, Long Chen finally looked at Xiang, who was staring at them from below the bed.


    Ling Xi also noticed him and eximed, Why is there a human soul in this beasts body!?


    Xiao Xi, this is Mo Xiang. Due to an ident, he left his body and entered this beasts body. Ill tell you the detailster, Long Chen exined.


    Indeed, Ling Xi was smart enough to spot a human soul inside the Sun Devouring Wolfs body instantly.


    I  I canmunicate with his spirit, although its a little difficult Ling Xi suddenly said.


    What? Both Long Chen and Mo Xiangs eyes brightened. Ever since Xiang became a wolf,munication had been a huge obstacle. If she really couldmunicate with Mo Xiang, then Long Chen would understand him in the future.


    Let me try. Ling Xi put the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus aside for the moment. She focused her attention and stared into Xiangs eyes. After a while, she eximed happily, He said hi, my name is Mo Xiang and that he saw me help you guys in the Star Devil Prison to stop the Azure Dragon Patriarch.


    Amazing! cried Long Chen. Although this was slow and exhausting, it was better than nothing.


    This is great news! Xiao Xi, its time for you to use the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus, he said with a grin.


    With Ling Xi and Mo Xiang by his side, Long Chen sensed that the road ahead would be very interesting.


    To be honest, after being trapped in the sword for so long, Ling Xi had yearned for a Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus for a very long time. She was incredibly emotional now that she was abou to fulfill this dream, though recovering her body was her biggest dream.


    Xiang howled, stood up, opened the door, and left the room. He closed the door on the way out.


    He said he would keep watch so no one wille near us, exined Ling Xi.


    With Mo Xiang keeping watch, it was much safer for Ling Xi to use the Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus. Long Chen was also more assured that way.


    He ced it on the ground. At this moment, the tiny Ling Xi was fluttering above the lotus.


    Ill begin now! Its a quick process  Great emotion was hidden in her birdsong-like, melodious voice.


    Long Chens eyes were glued to her.


    The Profound Heavenly Jade Lotus was actually just a pure white lotus root as thick as an arm. Ling Xis spirit glowed white as she slowly merged into the lotus root and soon, she disappeared. The lotus root levitated, emitting a pure, white glow as if it was made of the highest quality white jade.


    Lotus fragrance filled the air.


    <em>Is it working? </em>Long Chen was excited to see Ling Xi in front of him as a live human being instead of her spirit form.


    The lotus root glowed brighter and brighter, soon lighting up the entire room. Long Chen was bathed in the white light, feeling refreshed as he inhaled the fragrance.


    The lotus root expanded and, right before his eyes, slowly morphed into an extremely beautiful girl. Long Chen was sopletely mesmerized by her beauty that he could not breathe.


    Her skin was delicate like jade, and she was so fair and soft that he had the urge to bite her. She had a small, red mouth that shimmered like there was ayer of honey on it; her eyebrows were like crescent moons; and her ck, silky hair cascaded gracefully like a waterfall down to her waist. She had a pair of intelligent, lively eyes with wisdom and a hint of mischief in them.


    Ling Xi radiated the aura of a fairy who had ascended beyond the mortal realm.


    The body formed by the lotus root naturally did not have any clothes on it. This was something Long Chen and Ling Xi had not thought of.


    Standing in front of him was a fairy-like naked girl, bathed in white light. Long Chen stared at her in a daze, eyeing her up and down <blockquote>


    Doge & Chacha''s Thoughts


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