Ch 134: Is There Really Such a Good Thing? [QT]

The fans were both worried and anxious.

[Last time, she went missing because she was ambushed. Surviving the tribulation was just luck—she barely escaped with her life. That doesn’t mean disappearing is a good thing. This time, she vanished so suddenly, without even finishing her message. It must be serious.]

[Then just pray for her! Didn’t they say last time that prayers helped save her?]

[Our biggest donors are sending out red envelopes for everyone to grab. If you get one, can you help pray for Shen Yunxuan? Even just silently wishing for her safe return is enough. Thank you, and may kindness bring you peace.]

Similar messages spread everywhere. Influenced by Shen Yunxuan, her fans deeply believed in karma, had strong moral values, and were well-organized. Because her fanbase was so massive, many of them were highly capable. As soon as something happened, they acted with discipline.

Wealthy fans took the initiative to distribute red envelopes to attract more supporters. Those skilled in internet trends spread the news and encouraged neutral users to join the prayer efforts. Fans with connections worked to gather information, while crisis management experts handled public relations. The majority of the fans focused on sincere prayers.

Thanks to their swift response, even though Shen Yunxuan’s disappearance once again became a trending topic, this time, the situation was quickly clarified. There was no backlash from the public. Instead, because the fans were rational, warm, and generous—sending out so many red envelopes—they managed to gather a huge number of new supporters to help with the prayers.

Some fans near Idle Cloud Temple saw Aunt Li rush to the temple, then call for an ambulance to take Fang Qianqian away. When they asked her what was going on, Aunt Li hurriedly reassured them that prayers were indeed helping. This boosted everyone’s confidence, and they united even more in their efforts to save Shen Yunxuan.

Shen Yunxuan had never encountered the Hundred Ghost Banner before. With her Yin-Yang eyes, she saw hundreds of ghosts attacking her, including more than a dozen fierce vengeful spirits baring their teeth and claws. The sheer sight of it was overwhelming. If she allowed herself to feel fear, then no matter how strong she was, she wouldn’t be able to fight effectively—especially not in Ling Zhi’s Ghost Domain, where he had the home advantage.

Within just a few minutes, she had already sustained several injuries.

This couldn’t go on. Shen Yunxuan immediately pushed her Yin-Yang eyes to their limit, focusing on the energy flows around her. The ghosts transformed in her vision into shifting clusters of deep gray, light gray, and black mist. Now that she could clearly see them as energy rather than terrifying figures, all she had to do was strike back precisely at the dark clusters.

There was nothing to fear anymore.

Moreover, because Ling Zhi was human, his energy had traces of white light mixed in with the darkness, making him stand out among the black mist. This meant that every time Shen Yunxuan attacked, she could strike at him with pinpoint accuracy.

Ling Zhi’s expression darkened. The Hundred Ghost Banner was his greatest weapon, his strongest trump card. Even Xuan Qing would struggle to defeat him in this Ghost Domain. Yet Shen Yunxuan had only been affected for the first few minutes. After that, it was as if she had completely adapted to the environment—her attacks were relentless, her psychological defense unshaken, and she hit him every single time.

What was going on?

Then, Shen Yunxuan felt a surge of faith energy. She smiled—her support had arrived!

With this influx of energy, her spiritual power felt endless. She switched from defense to full-on offense, unleashing continuous attacks on Ling Zhi. Within moments, Ling Zhi was covered in injuries, forced to retreat in a desperate attempt to escape.

Frustrated and furious, Ling Zhi commanded his most powerful vengeful spirits to surround Shen Yunxuan and attack her simultaneously.

But Shen Yunxuan targeted a specific vengeful ghost, slapped a talisman on it, and sealed it inside her Soul-Nurturing Jade!

She transmitted a message to Xianglan inside the jade.

[Xianglan, the talisman will keep the ghost immobilized for a few minutes. Devour it. It has lost all rationality, harmed innocent people, and cannot be purified. Destroy it now!]

Xianglan had been healing inside the jade, desperate to help Shen Yunxuan. Hearing this, she acted immediately, devouring the ghost as instructed.

The vengeful spirit, wild with murderous intent, struggled violently, trying to break free from the talisman’s hold. But Xianglan was faster. Although her cultivation was weaker than the ghost’s, the immobilized spirit stood no chance—she consumed it entirely.

At that moment, Shen Yunxuan saw an opening in the surrounding horde and pierced Ling Zhi’s side with her sword.

Ling Zhi was shocked and furious. He dodged, retreating once again, and commanded more ghosts to encircle her.

But Shen Yunxuan fought back fiercely for several more minutes. By then, Xianglan had fully absorbed the first vengeful spirit. Seeing the success, Shen Yunxuan repeated the process, capturing a second ghost inside the jade.

Xianglan, feeling a sudden surge of energy, experienced a moment of enlightenment. Ghosts traditionally increased their strength by devouring each other, but doing so would normally corrupt them, stripping them of their sanity.

However, because she was inside the Hundred Ghost Banner, fighting against evil spirits was considered righteous. She wasn’t accumulating negative karma—she was acting with divine justice. Instead of losing her reason, she gained more spiritual power and even fully healed her previous injuries.

Realizing this, Xianglan wasted no time and immediately devoured the second ghost.

She knew that as long as she kept absorbing these vengeful spirits, she was helping Shen Yunxuan. She had to act faster, ensuring that Shen Yunxuan could break through the encirclement and defeat Ling Zhi once and for all.

Ling Zhi had never encountered anything like this before.

In the blink of an eye, two of his strongest vengeful spirits had vanished.

Furious, he changed tactics. Instead of using powerful vengeful spirits, he commanded a massive swarm of minor ghosts to overwhelm Shen Yunxuan at once!

The moment the swarm of ghosts charged at Shen Yunxuan, she threw down her last fragment of jade and shouted, “Formation activated! Xianglan, come out!”

A dazzling ring of light rose within the Ghost Domain, encircling Shen Yunxuan and the ghosts, creating a barrier that separated Ling Zhi and the vengeful spirits. Ling Zhi’s expression darkened. He hadn’t even realized when Shen Yunxuan had set up the formation. He had already taken her seriously by deploying the Hundred Ghost Banner upon arrival, yet he had still underestimated her!

Ling Zhi immediately commanded the vengeful spirits to attack the barrier with all their might, trying to break the formation.

Inside the barrier, Xianglan emerged after finishing her consumption of the vengeful spirits stored in the Soul-Nurturing Jade. Seeing the swarm of lesser ghosts, she immediately understood Shen Yunxuan’s intent. “Master, take a rest. Leave these to me!”

Xianglan dove into the fight against the lesser ghosts. Although initially overwhelmed and injured due to their numbers, her skills—honed through years and by being at Shen Yunxuan’s side—and her recent power boost from consuming the vengeful spirits soon turned the tide. She began cutting through the ghosts with ease.

Shen Yunxuan applied several healing talismans to herself, accelerating her recovery. She then sat cross-legged behind Xianglan and began rapidly refining the faith energy flowing to her. The continuous surge of energy felt like soaking in a hot spring, swiftly healing her body. Her complexion visibly improved, and the injuries sustained from destroying the Spirit-Binding Rope started to mend.

Ling Zhi could only watch in frustration as Shen Yunxuan healed herself. At the same time, Xianglan was systematically eliminating his ghosts. Rage nearly made him vomit blood. Despite going all out, revealing his location, and losing so many spirits, Shen Yunxuan had not only survived unscathed but was now using his ghosts to feed and empower her disciple!

Hadn’t the Fate-Swapping Ritual’s flaws meant that Shen Yunxuan should face doubled misfortune? Ling Zhi had banked on her bad luck to ensure his victory. Yet, she had completely turned the tables. Now, he was the one being pressed down.

Realizing his disadvantage, Ling Zhi decided to retreat. But to his shock, the Hundred Ghost Banner refused to respond.

“What’s going on?” He scanned the surroundings and discovered that Shen Yunxuan’s formation had a secondary function—it anchored the Ghost Domain in place.

This meant that unless Shen Yunxuan deactivated the formation, he couldn’t retrieve the Hundred Ghost Banner or leave the Ghost Domain.

Ling Zhi was utterly stunned. This was beyond his comprehension. Even with his extensive knowledge of dark arts, he had never heard of such a formation. Shen Yunxuan must have acquired some extraordinary inheritance, which only deepened his greed. Determined to seize her secrets, he readied all his artifacts, preparing to strike as soon as the formation broke.

Meanwhile, Shen Yunxuan, having reached the mid-stage of Foundation Establishment prior to this battle, was now further solidifying her cultivation. Though there were no immediate breakthroughs, she felt her foundation deepening. Just as Xianglan finished clearing the lesser ghosts, Shen Yunxuan had a sudden moment of clarity, understanding parts of her ancestral master’s notes that had previously eluded her.

Opening her eyes, she waved her hand, effortlessly sending several ghosts toward Xianglan for her to eliminate. Delighted, Xianglan exclaimed, “Master, your cultivation has advanced again!”

Shen Yunxuan smiled, leaping to her feet. She systematically herded the remaining ghosts toward Xianglan, effectively shielding her. With reduced pressure, Xianglan seized the opportunity to practice all the techniques she had learned.

Ling Zhi watched this scene with seething humiliation.

He had been a feared figure in the Xuantian Sect and had left in a blaze of infamy. He had slaughtered the Xie family, gathered forbidden techniques, and become SAD’s most wanted criminal. Yet here he was, trapped in his own Ghost Domain while Shen Yunxuan calmly trained her disciple, as if he didn’t even matter.

Was Shen Yunxuan overly arrogant, or had he truly become irrelevant to her?

For the first time in his life, Ling Zhi felt this level of fury. When Shen Yunxuan finished eliminating all the lesser ghosts and dissolved the formation, Ling Zhi wasted no time unleashing all his stored artifacts in a coordinated attack.

Shen Yunxuan deftly dodged using a displacement technique, maneuvering into the midst of several vengeful spirits. Ling Zhi’s attacks struck the spirits instead, obliterating several of them on the spot. The residual force of the explosion was met with Shen Yunxuan’s counterattack, wiping out even more spirits.

Ling Zhi’s carefully prepared arsenal of artifacts had been completely neutralized, and he had lost most of his vengeful spirits in the process. Meanwhile, Shen Yunxuan remained unharmed. Enraged beyond reason, Ling Zhi’s eyes turned bloodshot. He used a forbidden technique, forcibly breaking several of his meridians to temporarily boost his cultivation, and launched another assault.

Shen Yunxuan, not underestimating him, gave it her all as they clashed. Meanwhile, Xianglan, now significantly more powerful after her training and consumption of spirits, intercepted the remaining vengeful spirits, holding them off in a fierce battle.

As Shen Yunxuan parried Ling Zhi’s strikes, she suddenly asked, “Was it Zhou Yunxuan who sent you to find me?”

Ling Zhi chuckled darkly. “Blame yourself for bragging about your special cultivation technique to her. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have come looking for trouble.”

Shen Yunxuan’s expression turned odd, as though she wanted to laugh but found it inappropriate given the circumstances. Seeing her reaction, Ling Zhi’s fury boiled over. “Are you mocking me?” he snarled.

Shen Yunxuan chuckled. “I just didn’t expect you to be completely fooled by Zhou Yunxuan. If I had some special cultivation method, wouldn’t I have taught it to my senior brother or my disciples? I’m just naturally talented. I even had an epiphany while trapped by you. Could you do that?”

Ling Zhi’s face darkened. No, he couldn’t. But he refused to believe Shen Yunxuan’s words. Not teaching others didn’t prove anything. If he had such a method, he wouldn’t teach anyone either. Driven by stubborn disbelief, he launched another ferocious attack.

Shen Yunxuan responded without holding back, using Ling Zhi as a test subject for her self-crafted artifacts and talismans.

At first, Ling Zhi mocked Shen Yunxuan’s “shoddy” tools. But when he noticed her thoughtful expression, realization struck—she was experimenting on him! The tools were her creations, and she was testing their effects to improve them. He was just practice.

The humiliation of being used as a guinea pig struck a severe blow to Ling Zhi’s pride. He had always considered himself an exceptional figure in his generation of cultivators. Yet, after just one encounter with Shen Yunxuan, his self-esteem had been utterly shattered.

Adding insult to injury, Shen Yunxuan suddenly said, “So, you’ve taken Zhou Yunxuan as a disciple? Did you know she’s a reborn soul?”

Ling Zhi froze, unable to believe his ears. “What did you say? Reborn?”

“Yes, didn’t you notice?” Shen Yunxuan lied smoothly. “I saw it in her face after achieving Foundation Establishment.”

“Impossible! Plenty of cultivators have reached Foundation Establishment, but no one else has seen such things.”

Shen Yunxuan shrugged. “Did anyone else notice Fang Dehai’s child-stealing to boost his fortune, or the siphoning array your sect used? No, right?”

Ling Zhi was speechless. Indeed, not all practitioners at the same level saw the same things. Just like the dark arts he had mastered, his two senior brothers couldn’t recognize them. He had always assumed it was because he was smarter, more talented. Now he realized the truly gifted one was Shen Yunxuan—on a level he couldn’t fathom.

Greed began to swell in Ling Zhi’s heart. Shen Yunxuan noticed and grew wary. She hadn’t forgotten that Ling Zhi was well-versed in obscure and dangerous techniques. When Ling Zhi moved closer, Shen Yunxuan abruptly deactivated her formation, destroying the Hundred Ghost Banner. The Ghost Domain vanished in an instant.

“Master Shen!”

“It’s Ling Zhi!”

“Watch out for the vengeful spirits!”

Outside, Mao Ximing, Taoist Bai He, and others finally caught sight of them and rushed into the fray. Ling Zhi, now under immense pressure, gritted his teeth in fury. “You, a so-called righteous cultivator, are so despicable!”

Shen Yunxuan sighed. “Have you ever seen police officers fight criminals one-on-one? You’re a wanted fugitive. Of course, I’m working with my colleagues.” She raised her voice. “Everyone, be cautious. He might attempt a soul possession!”

Ling Zhi was stunned. She had seen through his intentions. Indeed, he had been eyeing Shen Yunxuan’s body—talented, powerful, and respected in the cultivation world. Possessing it would bring him endless benefits. But now that she had exposed him, and with her staying at a safe distance, he had no chance.

Taoist Bai He, the most senior figure present, made a decisive call. “Kill him on the spot. No need to hold back!”

With his command, everyone unleashed their full strength. Meanwhile, Xianglan, her power significantly enhanced from absorbing vengeful spirits, finished off the last few remaining spirits. She felt she had reached her limit; any more absorption would cause her to explode. Shen Yunxuan swiftly returned her to the Soul-Nurturing Jade and stored it in her pendant.

Ling Zhi, having pushed his cultivation to Foundation Establishment through forbidden techniques, was no match for several true Foundation Establishment cultivators. Exhausted and outmatched, he was eventually mortally wounded by Shen Yunxuan’s full-force attack. Mao Ximing drove a copper coin sword through Ling Zhi’s heart, and he died with an expression of disbelief.

Shen Yunxuan approached and frowned. “Not good. He used a body substitution technique. His soul has escaped.”

Taoist Bai He examined the area. “His soul is heavily injured. Even a wandering ghost could overpower him now. He’s no longer a threat. But to be safe, let’s mobilize all cultivators to locate him.”

Shen Yunxuan added, “He might go to Zhou Yunxuan. She’s his disciple.”

Taoist Bai He nodded and led his group back to make arrangements. Since Ling Zhi had caused destruction at Idle Cloud Temple and brought calamity upon Shen Yunxuan, they awarded her Ling Zhi’s storage pendant as compensation.

Opening it, Shen Yunxuan found no surviving artifacts, but there was a significant amount of gold, silver, and treasures. There were also numerous forbidden techniques—likely collected from obscure sources—and genuine foundational manuals from the Xuantian Sect, along with rare hand-copied texts from its library. Among them was a journal containing Ling Zhi’s analyses of various dark arts, strategies for breaking others’ techniques, and weaknesses of prominent cultivators.

It was undeniable that Ling Zhi had been a prodigy. His natural talent was extraordinary, but his difficult upbringing in the Xuantian Sect, marked by mistreatment and unfairness, had fostered a selfish and extreme personality. Whether this was innate or shaped by his environment, it was a pity he hadn’t chosen the righteous path. Otherwise, he might have become one of the cultivation world’s brightest stars.

In the end, Shen Yunxuan had turned disaster into fortune. Not only did she gain from Ling Zhi’s resources, but her cultivation foundation became even more solid. Now, she could stand on equal footing with Taoist Bai He and Xuan Qing. With her expertise in formations, she might even surpass them.

Shen Yunxuan chuckled and said, “The biggest surprise is Xianglan. I’ve been struggling to find a good cultivation method to help her improve her strength, so her progress has been slow like everyone else’s. Even though I considered having her absorb vengeful spirits, it’s not practical to search for ghosts everywhere, and not all of them have lost their sanity. Those who haven’t require help to be guided to the underworld, which is rare and difficult to encounter something like the completely deranged spirits from the Hundred Ghost Banner.”

This opportunity was heaven-sent, almost as if Ling Zhi had personally delivered a great fortune to them. Shen Yunxuan couldn’t help but wonder if Ling Zhi would regret it.

However, Xianglan’s sudden spike in power left her struggling to control it, causing significant discomfort. She now needed to enter closed-door cultivation to fully master her newfound strength. Shen Yunxuan instructed Xianglan to train peacefully within the Soul-Nurturing Jade. Both of them had turned disaster into fortune, and Shen Yunxuan calculated that her major tribulation had passed, leaving her with nothing more to worry about.

Idle Wanderer was waiting at the foot of the mountain. When he saw Shen Yunxuan, he rushed over to check on her for injuries. He appeared both relieved and slightly guilty. “I couldn’t help you at all—just worried from afar. You’ve faced two major tribulations already. Back when I brought you into Idle Cloud Temple for its sake, I wasn’t sure if it was the right decision. I wonder if I’ve caused you harm…”

Shen Yunxuan smiled warmly and said, “Senior Brother, what are you talking about? You have no idea how happy I am. This life is exactly what I’ve always dreamed of, something I might have prayed for my whole life. Didn’t you say you saw how deeply connected I am to Idle Cloud Temple? This is all destiny. Becoming a disciple of Idle Cloud Temple is the happiest thing that’s ever happened to me.”

“Tribulations are just tribulations. They’re written in my fate. Even if I hadn’t joined the temple, I would’ve faced them eventually. Without the ability to protect myself, who knows what terrifying fate might have awaited me? Compared to that, I’d much rather be here, where I’ve turned calamity into blessing and can fully control my own destiny. If you ask me, I’m deeply grateful to you for saving my life. You’re my savior.”

Idle Wanderer couldn’t understand why Shen Yunxuan always felt he had saved her life or why she had such a strong sense of belonging to Idle Cloud Temple. He could only chalk it up to her truly being destined for the temple. Regardless, knowing that Shen Yunxuan genuinely felt happy was enough for him.

With the crisis resolved, Shen Yunxuan wanted to thank her colleagues and the police for their hard work. She drew protective talismans on the spot for everyone. Returning to Idle Cloud Temple, she was greeted by dozens of worried fans who were praying sincerely for her safety. Shen Yunxuan rushed forward to express her gratitude and even started a livestream to reassure everyone she was fine.

During the livestream, she announced and distributed large red envelopes. “Make sure to grab your red envelopes, everyone. These are filled with my gratitude and blessings as I prayed for your well-being while sending them. Thank you all for helping me once again and turning danger into safety. You are my strongest support. I love you all!”

Some cultivators watching the livestream cringed when they saw Shen Yunxuan make a heart gesture and say, “I love you all.” Many got goosebumps and exchanged glances. “This job really isn’t for everyone. No wonder she’s so popular. She’s naturally good at engaging with her audience. If it were us sitting in front of a camera, we wouldn’t know what to say.”

“Yeah, we’re not suited for livestreaming. Let’s just stick to cultivation. Some skills aren’t for everyone.”

“I’m thinking of applying to Idle Cloud Temple for advanced training. I wonder if my sect would approve.”

“Advanced training? That’s actually a good idea. If there’s enough interest, we could suggest hosting seminars. It’d be amazing to have a lecture from someone like Master Shen or another big figure. We’d all benefit immensely.”

“Great idea. I’ll bring it up.”

The cultivators were eager to act. Cultivation could be monotonous, and Shen Yunxuan’s increasingly interesting approach had them itching to follow her example. Inspired by the idea of seminars, they were determined to make it happen.

But before taking any action, they didn’t forget to grab their red envelopes. After all, Shen Yunxuan had said they contained blessings, and those shouldn’t be missed.

Meanwhile, casual viewers thought Shen Yunxuan was just joking about the blessings. They treated it as a fun game, claiming their envelopes for the symbolic good luck and to participate in the excitement.

However, soon the chat filled with unusual comments.

“I can’t claim the envelope.”

“What’s going on? Didn’t she say everyone in the stream could claim it? Why can’t I?”

“If you can’t play fair, don’t play at all. This must be restricted somehow, so we can’t claim it.”

Those who had successfully claimed an envelope retorted, “Why are you complaining? Plenty of us got it.”

“Yeah, it’s just a token of appreciation. Why get worked up if you can’t claim it? Did you think this was your payday?”

“But it’s strange. My fan group has 500 members, and none of them said they couldn’t claim it.”

“In my group, a couple of people couldn’t claim it, but most could. They even shared screenshots.”

“Exactly. I just claimed one moments ago. If it were out, no one should’ve been able to claim it. This means it’s restricted somehow.”

“Why restrict me? I’m a fan too!”

Shen Yunxuan, having just calmed down Auntie Li and taken a sip of water, noticed the comments. Smiling, she explained, “I said these envelopes are filled with my gratitude, so of course, they’re meant for those who sincerely prayed for me. If you didn’t genuinely pray, you wouldn’t be able to claim one.”

【…】

【Do you think we believe this? Sounds like something to fool kids. How would such a setup even work?】

【It seems real! I asked my whole family to try claiming the red envelope. My sisters and mom, who prayed for Shen Yunxuan, all managed to claim it. My dad, who was too busy working and didn’t pray, couldn’t claim his.】

【It’s true! I asked my grandma to try. She didn’t pray, so she couldn’t claim it, but my mom, my aunt, and I could all claim it since we prayed.】

【Amazing! My Master Shen is incredible! She even pulled this off! Truly divine! Take my bow!】

【Master Shen, thank you so much! I had a job interview today, and there were some issues on-site that seemed to ruin my chances. But after I claimed the red envelope, I kindly helped someone solve a problem, and the company’s boss happened to notice. They immediately decided to hire me! It’s my dream job! Thank you for the blessing!】

【Oh my gosh, I had unbearable period cramps and was about to take another dose of ibuprofen. But right after claiming the red envelope, the pain stopped. It just stopped! Who can explain this? Master Shen, you saved my life. From now on, I’m yours in life and death!】

【Master Shen is amazing! Believing in her is absolutely the right choice!】

With Shen Yunxuan safely back and the miraculous blessing red envelopes stirring amazement, her popularity surged again. While she initially intended the envelopes as a gesture of gratitude for those who prayed for her, it unexpectedly brought her a wave of new followers and belief.

She felt her future brimming with hope. Even with the looming crises of the “Calamity Lone Star” curse and bad fortune, the rapidly growing power of faith would eventually be enough to counteract them. With her cultivation advancing and lifespan extended, she had plenty of time to resolve these crises. There was no rush—her future seemed endlessly bright.

Meanwhile, Zhou Yunxuan watched Shen Yunxuan’s livestream and smashed everything she could get her hands on. It wasn’t hatred—it was a bitter sense of injustice. Why was it that when she faced her tribulations, she suffered so miserably, while Shen Yunxuan emerged unscathed and even gained benefits every time? It was the same in the previous life, and it remained the same in this one. Why was the heavens so unfair?

The only consolation was that Shen Yunxuan’s victory and jubilant livestream suggested that Ling Zhi was either dead or captured, leaving her free of any threats. But the thought of Ling Zhi revealing her involvement in the destruction of the Xie family gave her pause. She felt a creeping fear—what if Ling Zhi exposed her role as the mastermind?

After careful reflection, Zhou Yunxuan felt reassured. She hadn’t left any evidence to implicate herself. Even if Ling Zhi named her, she could deny it, possibly only facing some surveillance from SAD. As for being labeled as Ling Zhi’s disciple, there was no proof. She could simply claim that Ling Zhi had forced her to provide him shelter.

Regarding the claim that Shen Yunxuan possessed a special cultivation method, she doubted Shen Yunxuan would bother retaliating. Shen Yunxuan seemed too upright to employ underhanded methods. With just one episode of the romance show left to record, she hoped Shen Yunxuan would quietly finish it. If trouble did arise, the publicity could boost her visibility—good or bad attention was still attention.

Having acquired the entire Xie family fortune, she cared little for her reputation in the entertainment industry. Her sights were set on traveling the world and enjoying a carefree life with a few handsome companions, leaving behind all the drama.

Feeling increasingly at ease, Zhou Yunxuan dismissed her jealousy toward Shen Yunxuan. She stayed hidden in the apartment Shen Hengchen once used to house his mistress, confident no one would expect her to be there. Cautious as ever, she decided to monitor the situation before making any moves.

While she remained well-hidden from people, she couldn’t evade the ghosts.

When Ling Zhi’s battered soul appeared before her, Zhou Yunxuan dropped her phone in shock. “You’re dead? How did you find me?”

Ling Zhi sneered coldly. “Of course, my dear disciple, I’ve been worried about your safety. Naturally, I placed a restriction on you to ensure I could find you anytime.”

Zhou Yunxuan’s face turned pale. She could see that Ling Zhi’s soul was severely weakened. In her previous life, she could have easily obliterated him, but now, stripped of her talents and cultivation abilities, she was defenseless. Even a weakened Ling Zhi was a threat she couldn’t face.

Seizing an opportunity, she dashed toward the door, but just as her fingers touched the handle, Ling Zhi dragged her back, invading her spiritual sea.

Zhou Yunxuan screamed, “What are you doing? Get out!”

“You really are reborn! What am I doing? Isn’t it obvious? I’m taking over your body!”

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