For five hundred years, I have been bound in this forbidden land, and yet here you are, dear Independent Cultivator, shedding tears for what reason?

Summary

The chapter explores the "debate of the heart," a critical moment for cultivators where they confront inner turmoil, leading to self-destructive thoughts. Shi Si Ling observes Qin Mo Ran's struggle, realizing it's tied to Gu Xiu's death, and debates whether to intervene. Ultimately, she decides to seal one side of Qin Mo Ran's turmoil, resulting in the emergence of a Heart Demon that berates him. Meanwhile, Gu Xiu is deeply focused on his cultivation, making significant progress in his qi sea and foundation-building platform, utilizing abundant resources to enhance his power. The chapter concludes with two unexpected guests arriving at Ting Yu Ju, inquiring about their teacher's whereabouts.

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