The Child Returns Home (Part Thirteen) After crossing into Jiangnan, Jun Lin and Yun Wangran were quick to dispatch messengers back to their respective manors, arranging for the relocation of their families, young and old. In Jun Lin’s eyes, Qing Jiu and Yu’er were still like children, naive and impulsive. This sudden, unexpected turn of events, a marriage without proper…
The Child Returns Home (Part Twelve) Several days later, Qing Jiu and her companions were ready to head back to Hangzhou, unconcerned about rushing to make it before the New Year. The members from both Manors would travel with them. Bai Sang, aware of their impending departure, didn’t make a fuss. However, she did check on Mo Wen more frequently,…
The Child Returns Home (Part Eleven) By midday, the sun shone warmly, casting a pleasant glow over the valley. Those recovering from injuries took the opportunity to stretch their legs and enjoy the sunshine. Tang Linzhi, whose wounds weren’t serious, had grown restless after a few days of confinement. She was now sparring with Qi Tianzhu under the midday sun….
The Child Returns Home (Part Ten) The battle was over. Although it had been a grueling fight, it was far less brutal than the one in Miaojiang years ago. Wu Chang has died. Despite the heavy losses, there’s ultimately a feeling of relief within their hearts. As New Year’s Eve approached, many of the heroes and sects who had come…
The Child Returns Home (Part Nine) In winter, the days dawn slowly, and by the time it fully brightened, a fire had just finished burning. At some point, the sounds of insects had ceased, and the walking corpses stood motionless. Everyone was exhausted, and, unable to care about the cold ground anymore, they collapsed. The disciples of Xuhuai Valley couldn’t…