Chapter 11

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When Xiang heard their words, she was completely shocked because everything she had dreamed of was becoming a reality. She couldn't understand anything and grew increasingly nervous. Wen Shia noticed her discomfort. He looked at the women and reassured them, saying, "Don't worry, we will definitely catch the murderer."

After they left, Wen Shia approached Xiang and asked, "Do you know anything about this? Why are you so nervous? What happened? If you're facing any problem, you can tell me. I'm your master."

He gently held Xiang's hand, their proximity making Xiang panic. She quickly freed her hand, stepped back, and said, "It's nothing. I was just wondering if it was some kind of black energy or something else."

At first, Xiang thought of telling him everything, but she held back, thinking, What if he starts hating me because I have black energy inside me? I should figure this out on my own first. Maybe it's just a nightmare.

Determined to uncover the truth, she decided to visit the library. However, before she could leave, several gods from Heaven arrived to take Wen Shia with them.

Xiang stepped forward and said firmly, "My master told me you cannot take him away!" She positioned herself in front of Wen Shia, ready to fight.

Wen Shia stopped her gently and said, "Don't worry. Nothing has happened to me. Maybe they've summoned me for some task. Wait here; I'll return soon."

Xiang replied, "Then I will come with you. I've grown stronger now, and I can help you protect everyone. Please, take me with you."

At first, Wen Shia refused. But his friend, Huan, a god, intervened, saying, "Let her come with us. But Xiang, you must follow all the rules there."

Xiang nodded eagerly. "I will follow the rules, but I'm afraid. I'm just a mortal—will I even be allowed in Heaven?"

Huan smiled reassuringly. "You'll be fine. You won't be able to stay there for long, but with the spiritual energy inside you, you can enter and remain for some time. You're Wen Shia's student, and you're already at the fourth stage of cultivation. With practice, you could even reach the eighth or ninth rank. Then, you could become immortal and roam freely."

With that, Huan said, "Come now, it's time to leave."

Xiang quickly grabbed Wen Shia's hand and said, "I don't trust anyone except you."

Hearing this, everyone laughed as they prepared to leave. They mounted their swords and flew to the gates of Heaven.

The gate was heavily guarded, with barriers that could burn any member of the Demon Clan who dared to enter. Xiang became nervous upon hearing this, but the gods entered smoothly.

When it was Xiang and Wen Shia's turn, Xiang hesitated. Wen Shia held her hand and said, "Don't worry, I'm with you."

As they approached the gate, a sudden flash of light startled them. They both stepped back, confused. When they tried again, the light calmed, and they passed through successfully.

However, the light had drawn a crowd. People stared at them, whispering and speculating that someone with demonic energy might have entered.

As they entered, Xiang smiled nervously at everyone, but two elderly men stepped forward. "How dare you bring a mortal here?" one said sternly. "Don't you know no ordinary girl can enter Heaven?"

Hearing this, Xiang grew furious. "I am not an ordinary girl!" she declared. "I am my master's disciple, a cultivator—and a skilled one at that!"

Her words caused a beautiful woman, clad in striking red robes, to laugh loudly. She was the Queen of Heaven, her presence commanding and regal.