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

In his childhood, Gu Xiu was adored for his intelligence, charm, and exceptional behavior. He could converse fluently at a young age and was talented in cultivation, even guiding his Senior Sister Lu Qing Yao. Gu Xiu was thoughtful towards his Senior Sisters, crafting personalized gifts and supporting them through challenges. As they reminisced, his former kindness and sincerity evoked nostalgia among his Senior Sisters, leading to reflections on how he had changed since then. Despite their warm memories, they struggled with their current feelings towards Gu Xiu after his return from the forbidden land, questioning whether he or they had changed. Nian Chao Xi, still holding onto her memories, initiated a vision to see how Gu Xiu had transformed after five hundred years. The scene revealed the grand Qing Xuan Sacred Ground, but when Gu Xiu emerged, no one was there to welcome him, leading to awkward justifications among the Senior Sisters for their absence. The chapter ends with a sense of embarrassment as they realize their failure to greet Gu Xiu properly upon his return.

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