Seven Apertures Mystical Heart

Seven Apertures Mystical Heart...

The Pill Emperor's daughter, Luo He, had already left the Mo Residence, but the lingering atmosphere of joy and happiness still hung in the air.

This elation was especially palpable in the expressions of Old man Mo and Mo Qingcheng's parents. How could they not be thrilled when their daughter possessed such an extraordinary destiny?

"Xiaoyun, I must express my gratitude," Old man Mo said politely to Hua Xiaoyun, who stood beside him. However, Bai Fei couldn't help but smirk at his words. Thanking Hua Xiaoyun? If it weren't for Mo Qingcheng's genuine talent, would her esteemed teacher have taken her as a disciple merely to please Hua Xiaoyun?

Moreover, if it weren't for the honor of Hua Xiaoyun's elder brother, her esteemed teacher wouldn't have even bothered to visit the Mo Residence.

"Qingcheng possesses a Seven Apertures Mystical Heart, which is why Senior Luo He held her in such high regard. It has nothing to do with me, Old Mo. You needn't be so formal," Hua Xiaoyun chuckled. In truth, he was also taken aback by the results. Mo Qingcheng actually had the legendary Seven Apertures Mystical Heart. With this gift, she was destined to become one of Heaven's chosen in the future. No wonder she radiated purity, intelligence, and serenity.

In that moment, Hua Xiaoyun was already formulating plans in his mind. If he could improve his relationship with Mo Qingcheng, or even better, win her heart...

Thus, Hua Xiaoyun decided to stay at the Mo Residence, providing him with better opportunities to get closer to Mo Qingcheng.

"Haha, I never expected this," Old man Mo laughed heartily, his voice carrying far enough for people in the vicinity to hear. Truly, those from the Grand Xia Empire were different, possessing knowledge and insights far beyond those in Chu. A Seven Apertures Mystical Heart? What kind of talent grade was this? No one in Chu had even heard of it before. If Mo Qingcheng remained in Chu her whole life, wouldn't her exceptional talent go to waste?

Old Mo and his entourage reached the entrance of a particular courtyard. "Is Qingcheng still feeling down?" Old man Mo asked the guard stationed there.

"Miss Qingcheng said she's determined to get out of here," the guard replied with a bow, a hint of helplessness in his tone.

Old Mo's expression darkened as he stepped into the courtyard and found Mo Qingcheng standing there, glaring at the guard. His anger erupted. "Enough of this nonsense."

Mo Qingcheng looked at her grandfather, determination gleaming in her beautiful eyes as she responded, "Granddad, if you restrict my freedom like this, no matter how powerful the Pill Emperor Hall is, I won't join them."

"IMPUDENT," Old Mo scolded, casting a disapproving glance at Bai Fei and her fellow disciples. Bai Fei furrowed her brows, clearly displeased. Despite Mo Qingcheng's possession of a Seven Apertures Mystical Heart, without the Pill Emperor Hall to nurture her talents, her potential would be wasted. And yet, it seemed as though the Pill Emperor Hall was practically begging for her to join. Where was their dignity? Countless individuals had yearned to join the Pill Emperor Hall, only to be rejected.

"Qingcheng, never utter such words again," Old Mo reprimanded sternly.

"These aren't words spoken in anger, Grandad. Even if you were to forcibly send me there, I still wouldn't dedicate myself to cultivation," Mo Qingcheng stared at Old Mo, determination ringing clear in her voice.

"You..." Old Mo was so infuriated that he could hardly breathe. "Very well, I'll allow you to leave, but someone must accompany you."

"I'll be on my way then." Mo Qingcheng leaped into the air, soaring away with such speed that Old Mo was left speechless.

"Old Mo, we'll follow Junior Sister. You don't need to worry," the young men beside Bai Fei chimed in with smiles. Old Mo nodded in agreement, "That's appreciated."

Jing Yu and Yan Qi nodded and then followed Mo Qingcheng. Bai Fei, however, stared at them with irritation, stamping her foot in frustration before also taking off. Those two rascals must have been enchanted by Mo Qingcheng's beauty, immediately trying to win her favor. How exasperating, considering that she had been their center of attention before.

After departing from the Mo Residence, Mo Qingcheng swiftly flew to the Bamboo Lodge to find Qin Wentian.

Upon seeing the despondent look on her face, Qin Wentian gently pinched her delicate cheeks and chuckled, "What happened? Who dares to bully my Qingcheng?"

"Smelly dumbo, you still have the mood to joke around," Mo Qingcheng retorted, her bitterness hidden beneath her glare.

"Don't be sad. Isn't it a good thing that the Pill Emperor's daughter recognizes your talent? You'll definitely become an amazing alchemist in the future," Qin Wentian smiled, trying to console Mo Qingcheng. In reality, he sighed inwardly; he didn't want to let Mo Qingcheng go, but he couldn't be selfish. He knew he couldn't assist her in her cultivation.

"Seven Apertures Mystical Heart, I've never heard of it before. I'm sure your talent is extraordinary," Qin Wentian continued to encourage her with a smile.

As they gazed into each other's eyes, Mo Qingcheng leaned against Qin Wentian's chest, their heartbeats syncing, and a profound connection shared between them.

Mo Qingcheng's eyes sparkled with a gentle and radiant smile, a sight so enchanting that it sent Qin Wentian's heart racing. She nestled her head against his chest, embracing him tightly, and whispered softly, "As long as you say no, I won't go."

"Why don't you want to go?" Qin Wentian gently tousled Mo Qingcheng's hair, his gaze fixed on the horizon. His emotions were a complex mix of wanting her to have a bright future and dreading their separation.

"After you enter the Pill Emperor Hall, I'm sure many will try to woo you. Don't feel pressured, okay?" Qin Wentian teased.

Mo Qingcheng lifted her head from Qin Wentian's chest, studied his expression, and couldn't help but giggle. "Are you... jealous? If you want to woo me, you'll have to work harder, you know?"

With a playful flourish, she pumped her little fist into the air.

"Of course," Qin Wentian laughed, nodding. The two of them sat by the riverside, cuddling in silence, cherishing this rare moment of tranquility.

As the evening wore on, the sunset painted the sky a breathtaking crimson hue. Qin Wentian and Mo Qingcheng sat side by side, watching the clouds drift across the horizon.

"Regardless of how beautiful the sunset is, it always comes to an end," Mo Qingcheng mused as dusk approached. Suddenly, she stood up and dashed away.

"Where are you going?" Qin Wentian rose and followed her, catching up to find Mo Qingcheng lying on the bed inside the small thatched cottage. She gazed at him with clear, limpid eyes.

"Are you alright?" he asked in a soft voice, approaching her.

"I want to stay here tonight," Mo Qingcheng's voice was barely audible, filled with gentleness.

Qin Wentian looked at her in silence, causing Mo Qingcheng to blush. Shyness glimmered in her eyes as she realized what he was thinking.

A warmth spread through her heart, and she marveled at this feeling.

"Silly girl," Qin Wentian half-knelt by the bedside and lightly kissed Mo Qingcheng's fragrant lips. Her eyes widened, and a charming blush colored her cheeks. Slowly, her eyes closed as she surrendered to the sensation.

After an unknown amount of time, their lips parted. Qin Wentian chuckled, seeing how red Mo Qingcheng had become. "You should go home first. Would Old Mo kill me if he knew what we did? I still have to visit the Mo Clan in the future to propose marriage."

"Alright..." Mo Qingcheng sat up, understanding that Qin Wentian didn't want her to be caught between him and her family. Rising from the bed, she kissed Qin Wentian's forehead before heading toward the door. When she reached the entrance, she turned and smiled at Qin Wentian. "Before I leave, I'll wait for your matters in Chu to be settled. Let me accompany you to the end of the path you've chosen."

"And Qin Wentian, you stole my first kiss. In this lifetime, you're not allowed to leave me, or I won't spare you."

Mo Qingcheng playfully voiced her mock anger, mixing jest with sincerity. She turned away, wearing a radiant smile, and gracefully ascended into the sky, flying away. But as she turned, a teardrop glistened in her eye, betraying her reluctance to part from Qin Wentian.

Qin Wentian walked to the entrance, his eyes filled with longing and his heart heavy with bitterness as he watched Mo Qingcheng's retreating figure. How could he bear to be separated from her either? His form blurred, and he leaped into the air, chasing after her.

Outside the Bamboo Forest, Yan Qi and Jing Yu were blocked by Ouyang Kuangsheng when they attempted to enter. Their expressions soured as they noticed how late it was, and Mo Qingcheng hadn't come out yet. However, at that moment, a graceful figure emerged from the Bamboo Forest. Ouyang Kuangsheng turned and, seeing the mixed emotions of joy and sadness on Mo Qingcheng's face, his heart couldn't help but quicken. He sensed the depth of emotion in her eyes.

Mo Qingcheng didn't notice them, or perhaps she didn't pay any attention to them as she continued flying towards the Mo Residence.

Shortly after, Qin Wentian also flew out of the Bamboo Forest. Mo Qingcheng's parting words echoed in his mind, and he sighed deeply in his heart.

"Also, Qin Wentian, you stole my first kiss away. In this lifetime, you are not allowed to ditch me, or I will not spare you."

He could feel the depth of her love for him, and he knew that no matter how long they were apart or how far the distance, he would never forget Mo Qingcheng.

Jing Yu furrowed his brow as he blocked Qin Wentian. Looking at him with indifference, he asked, "Are you Qin Wentian?"

Qin Wentian glanced at him. This man should be a disciple of the Pill Emperor's daughter, Luo Ke. The gaze he directed at Qin Wentian was clearly filled with malice.

"Regardless of what connection you might have had with Mo Qingcheng in the past, from this moment onward, you should cease your fantasies. Both of you belong to different worlds; a phoenix is fated never to be with a crow," Jing Yu remarked, his tone calm. With a Seven Apertures Mystical Heart, Mo Qingcheng was destined to become one of the chosen in their Pill Emperor Hall.

"He's correct. Many people start as childhood sweethearts, but as they grow up, the gap in their social statuses widens, like the difference between heaven and earth. They are destined never to bridge that gap. It would be wise for you to let go of any illusions. Don't bring suffering upon yourself; just stay out of her life from now on," Yan Qi's words were more blunt and insulting, yet his tone remained composed, much like Jing Yu's.

Bai Fei gave Qin Wentian a sideways glance. Though she had no particular fondness for Mo Qingcheng, her teacher held Mo Qingcheng's talent in high regard. She too advised, "It's best to give up. It's for the best for both of you."

After delivering their opinions, the three members of the Pill Emperor Hall departed, leaving behind a disgruntled Ouyang Kuangsheng. He cursed under his breath, wondering why they were so arrogant. Even he, the renowned Ouyang Kuangsheng, wasn't that audacious.

"Wentian, don't pay them any mind. Alchemists often have such personalities. They're accustomed to being sought after by powerful cultivators for the pills and elixirs they can create, which makes them feel superior. Don't let it bother you too much," Ouyang Kuangsheng tried to console Qin Wentian. Surprisingly, his attempt at comforting someone left Qin Wentian somewhat astonished, and he chuckled. This boisterous and untamed Ouyang Kuangsheng also knew how to offer genuine comfort?

"Don't worry, as they said, a phoenix and a crow will never be together. So, what about a unicorn? Would it care about the opinions of these 'common' horses?" Qin Wentian said with a grin, causing Ouyang Kuangsheng to pause, then burst into laughter. A moment later, he wholeheartedly agreed, "You're absolutely right. Why would a unicorn even concern itself with the opinions of such 'common' horses?"