In the void above, the Empress of Yaochi frowned slightly as she watched the scene.
It was clear that Gongsun Yarou's feelings for Xiao Fan were extraordinary.
The worry was that Gongsun Yarou might suddenly switch sides, ruining all her plans.
However, seeing Gongsun Yarou's cold and determined expression, the Empress of Yaochi's frown eased a bit.
The deeper the love, the deeper the hate.
The more Gongsun Yarou had sacrificed for Xiao Fan, the more she hated him now.
She just hoped there wouldn't be another unexpected reversal!
The Empress of Yaochi's face was heavy with concern. She had experienced too many moments of being slapped in the face.
If there was another reversal, she might just spit blood in frustration!
Inside the Haotian Mirror.
Xiao Fan struggled but could only let Gongsun Yarou have her way.
Until Gongsun Yarou went too far, attempting to reach...
"Ah~" Xiao Fan cried out in pain.
This finally brought Gongsun Yarou back to her senses a bit.
"Did I hurt you?" Gongsun Yarou's face flushed, her eyes full of desire.
She had gotten a bit carried away, forgetting that Xiao Fan's body was no longer what it used to be.
Even a little force could injure him.
Xiao Fan gently pushed Gongsun Yarou away, weakly saying, "Let's eat, the food is getting cold."
"Alright." Gongsun Yarou responded softly, the fire in her eyes gradually fading.
Xiao Fan wasn't angry with her, which was a good start.
There was no need to rush; there was plenty of time.
"I made something simple. I hope it suits your taste."
Gongsun Yarou picked up the bowl and chopsticks, clearly intending to feed Xiao Fan herself.
"Let me do it myself." Xiao Fan, feeling uncomfortable, reached out for the utensils.
"Be good!" Gongsun Yarou's brow furrowed, her tone domineering.
She had already brought the food to Xiao Fan's mouth.
Xiao Fan sighed and had no choice but to accept her arrangement.
After seeing Xiao Fan swallow the food, Gongsun Yarou gently wiped his mouth with her sleeve.
"Thank you." Xiao Fan looked at the gentle and virtuous Gongsun Yarou, finding it hard to associate her with the seductive and enchanting demon clan saintess she once was.
"No need to thank me. We have a long future ahead. Just listen to me from now on."
Gongsun Yarou playfully winked at Xiao Fan, adding a touch of cuteness to her charm.
Xiao Fan silently noted all of this in his heart.
Gongsun Yarou had truly changed a lot for him.
The next few days passed in this simple, warm routine.
Gongsun Yarou's tone was often domineering, but her actions were gentle, careful not to hurt Xiao Fan.
Whenever she wanted to get close to Xiao Fan again, he would reject her firmly.
And she didn't want to force him too much, so she waited for the right moment.
The only thing that troubled her was a voice in her head, occasionally calling her to a certain place, causing headaches.
One evening, while feeding Xiao Fan dinner, the voice appeared again.
Gongsun Yarou clutched her head in discomfort.
Seeing this, Xiao Fan gently asked, "Is that voice back?"
"Yes." Gongsun Yarou nodded.
Hearing this, Xiao Fan fell silent for a long time.
The time had come.
He had kept Gongsun Yarou by his side long enough.
He felt deeply satisfied now.
It was time to set her on the right path.
This was a destiny Gongsun Yarou had to face.
Since the young generation of the demon clan entered the Demon Emperor's inheritance, there had been no news, as if they had vanished.
No one knew what was happening inside.
But during his previous coma, Xiao Fan had sensed a close connection between Gongsun Yarou and the Demon Emperor's inheritance.
It was clear that Gongsun Yarou was the chosen one, the most suitable heir to the Demon Emperor.
Only when she entered the inheritance would the final trial begin.
Xiao Fan gently massaged Gongsun Yarou's temples, easing her pain.
Gongsun Yarou gazed at Xiao Fan with eyes full of affection, the atmosphere growing intimate.
Her face inched closer...
"Ah-hem!" Xiao Fan intentionally coughed, breaking the intimate moment.
Gongsun Yarou gave him a resentful glance.
He really had no sense of romance!
Ignoring her gaze, Xiao Fan calmly said, "The Demon Emperor's inheritance is calling you. I think you should..."
Before he could finish, Gongsun Yarou pressed a finger to his lips.
"Don't say any more, I don't want to hear it!"
Her tone was decisive. She knew it was the inheritance calling her.
But the Demon Lord had made it clear.
Only if she killed Xiao Fan, proving her unwavering loyalty to the demon clan, would she be allowed to go to the inheritance.
If forced to choose between Xiao Fan and the inheritance, she would give up the inheritance without hesitation.
Seeing this, Xiao Fan sighed.
He knew her resistance was because of him.
To untie the knot, he needed to be the one to resolve it.
Gongsun Yarou wouldn't go because of him; she had to go because of him.
Xiao Fan softly said, "Have you considered that the inheritance might contain medicine to heal my meridians and qi sea, even restore my legs?"
Looking at the serious Xiao Fan, Gongsun Yarou felt a pang of sadness.
Not for herself, but for Xiao Fan.
Although she didn't mind his current state at all, his words showed he couldn't accept it and still hoped to recover.
But what he said made sense.
The inheritance likely held countless treasures and medicines.
There might indeed be something to heal Xiao Fan.
However...
Gongsun Yarou frowned, "The bridge to the inheritance is heavily guarded. We can't sneak up there."
Seeing her consider how to reach the inheritance, Xiao Fan relaxed.
As long as she wanted to go, everything would be fine.
Xiao Fan smiled, "It's simple. Just create another bridge to the inheritance."
Gongsun Yarou was stunned.
Indeed, if she could create one bridge, why not a second?
But how did Xiao Fan know so much?
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