Take You Home

It was late at night, but it was difficult to fall asleep. Fang Xuan leaned against the window and looked at the bright moon in the starry sky. He was lost in thought. Qian Renxue was lying on her side on the bed, wrapped in a snowy-white blanket. She did not move, but Fang Xuan knew she was still awake.

It was a peaceful night, but the two of them were unusually agitated, unable to fall asleep. Having just escaped from the Abyss, Fang Xuan was still unable to adapt to the real world. Although he knew it was all a dream, it kept replaying in his mind. Scenes of his happy life lingered, making him feel lost.

Of course, Qian Renxue made him feel the most complicated and troubled. He didn't know how to face this former enemy in the future, and he believed that Qian Renxue was also troubled by this problem.

But tonight, what made the two of them unable to fall asleep was not their relationship but a person who didn't exist.

Baobao!

Fang Xuan suddenly remembered that pink, chubby little girl. He remembered how she hugged his thigh and sweetly called him daddy. His heart suddenly clenched as if he had lost something important. He felt very sad.

At this moment, a weak sobbing sound came from the side.

Fang Xuan was slightly startled. He looked over and saw a drop of crystal tear flowing down Qian Renxue's cheek. She was silently calling the child's pet name.

"Baby …"

This child was even more important than her life for a former mother. Although their child didn't exist …

Fang Xuan sighed and gradually closed his eyes. Unknowingly, he fell into a deep slumber.

…

When Fang Xuan woke up the following day, he found that Qian Renxue was gone. There was only a faint fragrance left in the room. He stared at the empty bed for a long time in silence. Finally, he calmly walked out of the room. The two of them were on different sides. It was only a matter of time before they parted ways. It would be better for both of them to part ways early.

At the same time, a golden figure walked out of the small town. Facing the rising sun, she walked towards the east. It was Qian Renxue. She was currently in the Star Luo Empire. After the battle with Fang Xuan and the time she was lost in the Abyss of Desire, she had unknowingly left the Heaven Dou Empire.

Qian Renxue had asked the people in the town. This place was located at the border of the Star Luo Empire. It was close to Spirit City, only about fifty kilometers away. If she kept going east, she would reach Spirit City in less than half a month.

Right now, she just wanted to go home.

If she still had her soul power, Qian Renxue would only need an instant to reach Spirit City. But now, she could only walk step by step.

If she could, she could choose to hire a carriage. That would undoubtedly speed up her journey home. But unfortunately, she was penniless now. She had lost all her soul tools in the battle with Fang Xuan. Even the hotel bill yesterday was paid for by Fang Xuan. She didn't want to ask that fellow for help, so she chose to walk home.

As she walked, her thoughts drifted back to the dream and the life they shared there. The memories felt so real that they haunted her every step. She tried to focus on her destination, but the emptiness left by their illusionary life together was like a weight she couldn't shake off. The baby's laughter, the tender moments—they were all just figments of the God of Desire's manipulation, yet they felt like a loss she couldn't grieve.

Determined to move forward, Qian Renxue quickened her pace. She needed to reach Spirit Hall and reclaim her strength. There was a long road ahead, and she was resolute in facing whatever challenges awaited her.

However, as a Demigod, Qian Renxue had underestimated the distance of fifty kilometers. After walking for half a day, Qian Renxue was so tired that she was drenched in sweat. Even her legs were weak. Without the support of soul power, her weak and delicate body was not much different from an ordinary girl's. Walking back was not a small challenge for her.

"I've walked for so long, but I've only walked less than ten kilometers. I'm so tired …" Qian Renxue panted heavily with a bitter look on her face. She finally couldn't take it anymore.

It was noon, and the sun was scorching hot. Even the ground was emitting a scorching aura. It was challenging to travel in such weather. She swept her gaze around and found a huge tree not far in front of her. It was lush and green, and it was nice for her to enjoy the shade. She was delighted and quickly walked over. She was prepared to rest under the tree before continuing her journey.

However, just as she walked under the tree, a large net fell from the sky and covered her.

"Damn it, there's a trap in such a remote place?!" Qian Renxue was shocked. Her charming face turned gloomy. She didn't expect someone so bored to play tricks on a tree and ambush a passerby.

She could easily escape from the net before it fell on her with her super fast reflexes if it was in the past. But now, her body reacted at the speed of a mortal. She instantly noticed the trap and wanted to jump out. Amid her emergency escape, her left foot kicked her right heel. With a "plop," she fell to the ground and was firmly tied up like a dumpling by the net.

"Hahahaha! We've been waiting so long and finally caught a fat sheep."

"Tsk tsk, it seems like it's a woman. Moreover, she looks quite beautiful."

"That's great. Now, we brothers can have a good time!"

Several evil laughs rang out. Three big men walked out from the bottom of the hill. They looked rough and wild, and their bodies were tall and sturdy. Their backs were bare, and their bronze skin was filled with explosive muscles. There were no fluctuations of soul power in these three people. They were not soul cultivators. They were just a few mountain bandits who liked to take advantage of the situation and rob traveling merchants. And this time, Qian Renxue had unfortunately become the prey of these mountain bandits.

When they walked closer, the mountain bandits realized the woman they had unintentionally caught was extremely beautiful. She had a head full of brilliant golden hair, an impeccable face, a noble temperament, and a graceful figure. She was simply like a goddess in a dream. Her beauty was unparalleled, and she was devastatingly beautiful.

"Heavens, is this a fairy?"

The three mountain bandits were stunned. Their saliva flowed a foot long. Their gazes toward Qian Renxue gradually became fiery. They revealed evil smiles on their faces.

"Tsk, tsk, tsk, tsk. This time, we are in luck!"

Before they finished speaking, the mountain bandits madly pounced toward Qian Renxue. They were prepared to strip off that troublesome dress and enjoy it properly.

"Courting death!" Qian Renxue coldly snorted. She did not put these little bandits in her eyes at all. She slightly raised her lily-white hand and chanted, "Come out, Angelic Holy Sword!"

However, there was no response.

The Holy Sword did not respond to her summons like before. Qian Renxue was somewhat disconcerted. She desperately called, "Angelic Holy Sword, come out quickly!"

However, no matter how she called, the Angelic Holy Sword did not appear. At this time, she suddenly remembered that her Divine Essence had been exhausted. There was no soul power in her body. She was unable to summon the Angelic Holy Sword.

What do you think I should do?! Qian Renxue's heart thumped. She immediately fell into despair.

Seeing this scene, the three mountain bandits were slightly stunned. They looked at each other and laughed wildly, and their gazes toward Qian Renxue were filled with ridicule.

"Little beauty, don't struggle. Have fun with us."

The mountain bandits madly pounced toward Qian Renxue like hungry wolves the next moment.

"No! Don't …" Just as Qian Renxue was feeling hopeless, a cold voice filled with murderous intent echoed in her ears, causing her trembling heart to calm immediately.

"Die!"

A crescent-shaped blood-red blade light sliced through the void, and three bloody heads flew out of the void. Fang Xuan's black hair was scattered. He held the demon blade in his hand. He suddenly turned around and quietly looked at Qian Renxue, who was in a daze. He said,

"I will send you home."

Qian Renxue stared at Fang Xuan, her eyes wide with shock and relief. She wanted to say something, but the words caught in her throat. She had never expected to see him so soon, let alone have him save her life. The conflicting emotions from their time in the Abyss and their current reality clashed within her, leaving her speechless.

Maintaining his stoic demeanor, Fang Xuan approached her and cut through the net with his demon blade, freeing her from the entanglement. He offered his hand to support her as she stumbled to her feet.

"We need to get you back to Spirit City," he said, his voice softer now.

Qian Renxue nodded, still too overwhelmed to speak.