Chapter 3, Enlightenment

A clear and resonant voice suddenly echoed from outside the pavilion, and soon after, a graceful young man entered with a composed demeanor and confident strides

To this end, the old gentleman is willing to take the risk of offending the Lin family in order to uphold his engagement with Lin Zhuyun

Ning Ji and An Ziqing then came into the view of the crowd, and under the incredulous and shocked gazes of the Yu family members, they explained the situation regarding Yu Yuan, who had survived numerous hardships and, after many years of dormancy, had awakened both the Earth Soul and the Heaven Soul, finally becoming a completely normal person.

Yu Yuan nodded with a smile

Your fiancée arrived three months ago, and has indeed suppressed the Huang family, making them dare not act recklessly. We initially thought that the Yu family would benefit from this misfortune, but unexpectedly, she harbored ill intentions as well. Her wicked servant, Yin Jue, soon revealed his true motives, which turned out to be the desire to obtain the Ice Soul Cold Crystal

Darkmoon City, North of the City, Yu Family

One hour later

"Esteemed uncles, I am Yu Yuan. I have survived a great calamity and have returned to life," Yu Yuan said with a light exclamation

Young Master Yu

Gazing at Yu Yuan at this moment, he, after a brief moment of astonishment and daze, could not help but scream, "You, how are you still alive? How is this possible? Before I left, your remaining soul was clearly on the verge of dissipating!"

The person who introduced herself as An Ziqing, chattering away, conveyed everything she knew to Yu Yuan.

Because of him, this has also resulted in the death of both parents in this lifetime, bringing shame to the family

Alas, the young master truly has a hard life

Rest assured, Elder Ning can testify that I am indeed Yu Yuan. If you are still not at ease, let Elder Ning accompany me so we can together investigate the reason for grandfather's persistent high fever

What was the situation when my grandfather was attacked by Yin?

Since the heavenly and earthly souls have returned to their rightful places, and the meridians are unobstructed, it signifies that in this life, I possess infinite possibilities! Beyond the path of alchemy, I still have hope to reach the pinnacle of the Great Dao!

Pieces of ice jade, wrapped in towels, were applied to his forehead, back of the neck, and other areas to help reduce his temperature

Where is my grandfather? Why hasn't he come? Yu Yuanqi asked, Could it be that he dares not face my death?

The two engaged in a question-and-answer session, spending half the morning, which allowed Yu Yuan to generally understand who he was in this life, the circumstances he currently faced, the amount of criticism he had endured, and how many people had looked down on and bullied him.

Yu Yuan squinted his eyes, his expression devoid of emotion, while his gaze gradually turned colder.

The many regrets of the previous life must be realized one by one in this life

In the pavilion of the family elder Yu Can, several members of the Yu family gazed anxiously at Yu Can on the bed, their brows furrowed in worry, sighing deeply.

Oh?

When it comes to feelings of frustration and oppression, An Ziqing's eyes brimmed with tears, as she secretly wiped away her tears.

The three souls of heaven, earth, and humanity are the fundamental essence of a person, and they are also related to the path of future cultivation

Upon learning of the numerous difficulties faced by Yu Yuan, he not only did not feel dejected or discouraged, but instead was filled with vigor and enthusiasm, ready to take action.

Yu Yuan's uncles and aunts scrutinized him with suspicion; some doubted that Ning Ji was speaking the truth, while others even believed that the Yu Yuan before them was an imposter, and there were those who thought that Yu Yuan had been resurrected using another's body

He is well aware that the formation he set up with those four soul-reviving banners is merely a desperate attempt to treat a dead horse as if it were alive. It has not even been able to prevent the dissipation of the souls of the people from Yu Yuan, let alone hold any possibility of awakening the earth soul or the heavenly soul.

My parents

Yet before me, Yu Yuan's eyes are clear and lively, seemingly filled with a brilliance that bursts forth like starlight, clearly indicating the presence of a complete spirit and the sign of great wisdom.

An Ziqing was also required by him to stay outside, prohibited from being disturbed during this period

During this period, Yu Yuan occasionally interjected, probing into some peculiar matters

Ah! Ning Ji once again cried out, pointing at the Yuyuan before him, stammering as he said: "You, have the Earth Soul and the Heaven Soul been completed?"

... ...

You, who are you

In addition, the Su family has also purchased a large quantity of medicinal materials from other empires in the Qianxuan Continent, all of which are used for alchemy

Ning Ji's eyes dimmed, "He may not be able to hear this news immediately"

"Everyone, I would like to spend some time alone with Grandpa." Yu Yuan lightly coughed, signaling everyone to be quiet for a moment, and then said: "I understand that it is difficult for all of you, uncles and elders, to accept this all at once. Not to mention you, even I felt dazed after waking up, and I am also slowly adapting."

I seem to have truly gained insight

After his parents ventured into the cold abyss of the underworld and were never heard from again, the entire Yu family continued to care for him, never once considering giving him up, except for the old man alone

Thank you, sir, for skillfully setting up the soul summoning array, awakening my two long-dormant souls, and assisting me in achieving true awakening. Yu Yuan rose, bowed deeply, and expressed his heartfelt gratitude.

Yu Yuan lowered his head and leaned towards the old man's brow, and indeed discovered a bloodline as fine as a hair. Upon a closer look, it seemed like a strand of red hair that had accidentally stuck to the center of his brow, as if a mere wipe would make it vanish.

Yu Wei was taken aback, staring blankly at Yu Yuan, momentarily unable to respond.

Because of those four mysterious soul-calling banners, he simply did not have the ability to truly refine them

It must be because Xiao Yuan's soul has departed, and the old man could not withstand such a blow, which is why he has fallen into a high fever and remains unconscious.

On the bed, the old gentleman Yu Can was burning with fever, his breathing heavy, and his face flushed.

Ah, it is no wonder that Uncle cannot bear it. Xiaoyuan has not left any descendants, does this not mean that Uncle's line will come to an end?

Qianxuan Continent, Silver Moon Empire, Yu Family, Young Master, fiancée betrothed by a finger contract, the wicked servant who wishes for my death

The person remains the same, yet the current Yu Yuan is radiant and spirited, with her eyes sparkling with extraordinary vitality. The difference in her entire demeanor, compared to before the return of the Earth Soul and Heaven Soul, is simply like heaven and earth.

Yu Yuan looked at the elderly gentleman who was suffering from a persistent high fever and recalled what An Ziqing had said. Over the years, the elderly gentleman had endured numerous grievances because of him, and the deep affection and expectations he held for him filled Yu Yuan's heart with a bittersweet sensation

Yu Yuan squinted, rubbing his forehead with one hand, and said leisurely: "A few years ago, it felt as if I had gone through a long nightmare. Only today did I finally awaken from that dream. Why don't you tell me, what was I really like back then?"

In his previous life, he was an orphan, taken in by his master into the Medicine God Sect, where he devoted his entire life to the art of alchemy, and the so-called familial affection... he had never truly experienced.

The human soul, or what may be referred to as the life soul or the primary soul, is achieved at the pinnacle of the Great Way, where the yin spirit and yang spirit are perfected, and only after attaining great freedom can it condense into the primordial spirit

Families like the Yu family, which supply spiritual herbs and medicinal materials to the Su family, are numerous in the Silver Moon Empire

The awakening of the intelligent celestial soul occurs after the transformation of the earthly soul into the yin spirit, followed by the wandering of the spiritual soul, leading to rebirth and change, ultimately allowing the celestial soul to achieve the status of the yang spirit

Everyone, do not panic. If grandfather does not wake up, I will be the backbone of the Yu family

Not only Yu Wei, but also several other members of the Yu family were unable to immediately connect the Yu Yuan before them with that "foolish child".

A series of brand new memories transform into invisible streams of light, drifting into the soul of the mind, merging with the life experiences of a past existence, coexisting without distinction between them

... ...

The fine bloodline at the center of his brow was indeed torn at that time. However, under the healing of your fiancée, it has faded significantly. Now, if one does not look closely, it is almost imperceptible

Are you Yu Yuan? You are not dead?

In his previous life, as the leader of the Medicine God Sect on the Silent Desolation Continent, Yu Yuan naturally understood the esteemed status of an alchemist and was equally aware of the vast scope involved in the practice of alchemy

He also needs to clarify what his current identity and situation are

What is going on? What exactly has happened to you?

The Yu family is merely a small medicinal herb family in the Silver Moon Empire, cultivating and growing medicinal plants, primarily selling them to the Su family of the empire

The earth spirit that carries memories, through gradual and arduous cultivation, will, after meticulous refinement, transform into the shadow spirit

Creak!

Young Master, you are the young master of the Yu family. In the past, you were foolish, but your intentions were not bad. However, there are many people who wish to harm you

Inside the pavilion, it was suddenly drowned out by the noise of heated discussions

Before he could say anything further, the members of the Yu family gathered in the Yu Can Pavilion temporarily withdrew, filled with confusion and uncertainty

This morning when I went to visit him, I learned that after he returned last night, he inexplicably fell into a state of high fever and coma. I checked his pulse and physical condition, and it seemed to be just a common high fever. Ning Ji was clearly somewhat confused, saying, "The injuries he sustained yesterday were clearly more than half healed, so logically, he should not have fallen into a high fever and coma just because of a simple cold."

Last night, it was you lying down, your breath gradually fading away. This morning, you finally woke up completely, but your grandfather has collapsed. Ning Ji stepped forward and checked Yu Can's pulse and heartbeat again, frowning as he said: "It looks like a common high fever, why has he been in a coma for so long"

"Yes, but it was quickly stopped by your fiancée. Moreover, your fiancée also expended her spiritual energy to help me and your grandfather recover most of our injuries" said Ning Ji

The Su family, ranked second among the great families of the empire, is home to genuine alchemists. Most of the spiritual medicines and elixirs used by all the soldiers and practitioners of the empire originate from the Su family

You, you can actually speak fluently now

The Yin spirit is ethereal, the Yang spirit is substantial, while the original spirit is eternal and indestructible

When Grandpa wakes up, I will talk to him first, and everyone should think carefully in the meantime

Why?" Yu Yuan frowned

Alchemy, if considered as a vast industrial chain, is merely the lowest tier in which the Yu family exists

The old master cannot awaken, and the family lacks a central figure; what shall we do about this

He did not expect that in this lifetime, he would encounter such a great deal of injustice and misfortune

Xiao Yuan'er is gone, and his engagement with that young lady from the Lin family has automatically been dissolved, hasn't it? Once she left our Yu family, she severed ties with us, and the Huang family will likely be the first to seek trouble, won't they

Ning Ji stood there like a wooden chicken

Ah!

Young master, shortly after your birth, everyone believed that you were dull-witted, as you could not even speak. Your parents, in order to enlighten you, went out in search of a miraculous elixir, and it is rumored that they perished in the cold abyss of the Nine Nether. The old master was thus deeply affected. In Dark Moon City, the Huang family, who had long-standing enmity with the Yu family, took the opportunity to oppress them and invited a master to break the old man's knees.

Members of the Yu family screamed in unison

The door was gently pushed open, and Ning Ji, with a pallid expression, rushed in, seeking to confirm Yu Yuan's life or death one last time, to put an end to his old friend's lingering obsession

The members of the Yu family were engaged in heated discussions, feeling that the Yu family was likely on the brink of ruin and heading towards demise

I, since I have already awakened, you will be fine. " Yu Yuan took a breath and turned to Ning Ji, "I heard from my maid that last night, Yin Jue had made a move against my grandfather?

Leave the old house, take me back to the city

The Yu family, thus fell into a state of despondency, and the old man became disheartened as a result

"Yes, where is the old master?" An Ziqing wiped away her tear stains, forced a radiant smile, and said, "It is truly great news that the young master has 'woken up'; I must tell him immediately!"

Yu Yuan squinted, his pupils slightly constricted, and after staring deeply for a while, his expression suddenly turned cold and grim as he lightly snorted: "Red Tortoise Blood Insect!"

Due to the recent return of the earth soul and the heaven soul, Yu Yuan has little memory or impression of his past experiences in this life, and he precisely needs the purple-clad maid before him to provide clarity