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 revolves around Nian Zhao Xi, who is drawn to the chaos of the immortal gates and encounters her junior brother, Aoi. Aoi questions her about Gu Xiu's fate, expressing skepticism about his death. Nian Zhao Xi insists Gu Xiu is dead, but Aoi remains unconvinced. They discuss the significance of the immortal gates' chaos, with Nian Zhao Xi revealing her reluctance to divine due to her depleting lifespan. Aoi gifts her a wooden carving, hoping to bring her joy, and they reminisce about Gu Xiu's past gifts. Aoi asks to borrow a jade pillow from Gu Xiu, but Nian Zhao Xi declines, citing its importance. Aoi suggests that Gu Xiu's supposed death might be a chance for him to start anew. As Aoi leaves, he expresses a desire to protect Gu Xiu if he discovers his whereabouts. Nian Zhao Xi, feeling guilty, reflects on her past mistakes regarding Gu Xiu. The chapter ends with a revelation about Luo Yu Valley, where something ominous is hinted, and a white butterfly symbolizes chaos and regret.

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