Between Buddha and Demon (Part Eight) Mo Wen turned to Yu’er and said, “Your clothes are still wet, Yu’er. Go change into something dry before you catch a cold.” Both Yu’er and Qing Jiu had been soaked after falling into the trap, and neither had had a chance to change. Mo Wen’s suggestion was perfectly reasonable. Yu’er’s eyes flickered subtly,…
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Between Buddha and Demon (Part Seven) Mo Wen led the group around the flower field to a tall tower standing alone, leaning against the mountain wall with half of its structure protruding out, as if embedded into the rock itself— a marvel of architectural ingenuity. From the outside, the tower appeared complex, and once inside, it proved even more intricate…
Between Buddha and Demon (Part Six) That day, everyone settled into their accommodations within Xuhuai Valley. Bai Sang was a gracious host, arranging a small courtyard for them to stay together, which made it convenient for them to meet. Bai Sang hosted a banquet in their honor and inquired about who was in need of treatment. They casually mentioned Yan…
Between Buddha and Demon (Part Five) After leaving Jile City, the group gathered with the people from the Wuwei Palace. Jian Mobei and others were both surprised and overjoyed to see them safely return with Yan Li, expressing their deep gratitude. Wei Ran shared what he observed and heard within the city, mentioning the jianghu figures referred to by Wu…
Between Buddha and Demon (Part Four) When Yan Li came back to the present from her reminiscences, the night was deep and serene, with the moon and wind as constant companions. She sighed again, understanding that although her determination had not wavered, the relentless obsession from Wu Yu had muddled the clarity of their relationship. “I wish to sever these…