The Prodigies War
Chapter 1610: Reunion

Lin Xun had returned!

In that instant, all the clamor and bustle in the huge city vanished, and it descended into silence.

Countless gazes were directed toward the horizon where Lin Xun stood alone like an otherworldly immortal.

This young man had once wreaked havoc and blocked off a city all by himself in the Blood Demon Territory.

He had also rebuilt the City of Protection with his own strength, and then casually exterminated the allied forces of the seven domains.

He had put over a hundred supreme Saints to shame on the shore of Black Cliff Sea, then defeated and pushed three of the Azure Blue Eight Supremes to flight, creating an opportunity for a group of Ancient Wasteland Domain peak supreme longevity kings to enter the Origin Magnet Secret Realm.

Over the past two years, word about his deeds had long spread throughout the Nine Domains Battlefield. He was as dazzling as the sun, as radiant as a legend.

And now, he had returned alive from the Flying Immortal Battle Realm!

“It’s good; it’s great that he’s back…”

The hanging hearts of Shaohao, Ruowu, and the other supreme Saints fell back into place, and they were greatly relieved.

They had all been worried that Lin Xun would most likely have suffered from the joint suppression of various top-class supreme Saints from the other eight camps when he was in the Flying Immortal Battle Realm, which might even put his life at risk.

But fortunately…

He had returned! Safe and sound!

However, when Shaohao’s group intended to go and welcome him back, they all abruptly stopped with odd expressions.

Because it certainly wasn’t time for their turn.

……

When Lin Xun returned and saw the intact City of Protection, he felt like a weight had been taken off his heart.

After the ten days of his absence, the city was still here, which meant that the Ancient Wasteland Camp was unharmed. This was undoubtedly the best news he could ask for!

But soon, Lin Xun’s eyes froze before widening. He stared at a silhouette on the city wall, not daring to believe his eyes.

Xia Zhi?

His heart trembled violently.

Back then, before the descent of the Supreme Realm, Xia Zhi had drifted into a pitch-dark portal on the Star Chess Sea and disappeared.

Afterward, Lin Xun had endured ten years of cruel fighting in the Supreme Realm before returning to the lower world where he had left his footprints all over the empire’s territory.

Later on, he had entered the Blood Kill Battlefield and then the Mulberry Woodland…

After returning to the Ancient Wasteland Domain, he had begun his journey to the Nine Domains Battlefield…

By now, over a dozen years had passed!

During that time, how could Lin Xun not be concerned about Xia Zhi, who he had never once heard from?

Never in his dreams had he expected to be met with that familiar figure upon his return from the Flying Immortal Battle Realm, on the wall of the city that he had built with his own hands!

This was undoubtedly a heavenly surprise that delighted him more than any great victory could do.

In this world, there was no other joyous feeling than what one would feel from a reunion after a long goodbye!

Lin Xun was about to go over to Xia Zhi, but he suddenly realized that something was strange in the air...

Other than Xia Zhi and Zhao Jingxuan, there was no one else on the city wall.

This wasn’t normal.

With their current cultivation, Toady, A’lu, Shaohao, Ruowu, and the others should have noticed his appearance right away, so why hadn’t they shown up?

“Big Brother, Miss Xia Zhi and Miss Jingxuan are waiting for you. You need to take care!” Toady’s voice suddenly rang in Lin Xun’s ears through transmission.

Lin Xun gasped, his scalp tingling.

Only now did he realize where it had gone wrong!

Back then, Xia Zhi had said that if he wanted to marry someone, then he would have to go through her first…

Don’t tell me conflicts have already arisen between Xia Zhi and Jingxuan?

Even though Lin Xun was now a supreme Saint with a heart of steel who was used to great storms, he could still feel a big headache coming at the moment.

However, not a trace of abnormality was shown in his expression. With a smile, he flew toward the city wall.

Toady and A’lu, as well as Shaohao’s group watched from the shadows with wide eyes and bated breath out of concern for Lin Xun’s fate.

“Lin Xun, you’re back!”

To everyone’s surprise, Zhao Jingxuan took the initiative to speak. With her red lips and pearly white teeth, her smile was bright and clear. The happiness on her face was undisguised.

Without waiting for Lin Xun to open his mouth, she looked over at Xia Zhi and said in a generous manner, “Look, Xia Zhi is also here. I believe you must be very surprised and very delighted.”

Lin Xun subconsciously nodded while screaming inwardly that this was going to be a disaster. But on careful observation, he did not find any hint of displeasure from Zhao Jingxuan, which allowed him to relax slightly.

Zhao Jingxuan continued with a smile, “Now that I’ve seen you come back, I am completely reassured. I believe that you two must have a lot to say after not seeing each other for so many years, so I’ll leave the space to you and go take a short rest. When the evening comes, I will gather our friends to hold a welcome-back party for you.”

With that, she gave Lin Xun an encouraging look and left the scene.

From start to end, there had been no hesitation nor mishaps in her action. She had finished her speech impeccably before walking away dashingly. Even Toady, A’lu, and the others had to appreciate this kind of demeanor and temperament.

Miss Jingxuan had remarkable tactics!

She didn’t cause a scene, nor did she try to compete. Instead, she took the initiative to withdraw to help Lin Xun avoid a dilemma while also preserving her own dignity. She had handled the situation perfectly and skillfully.

As a woman, even Ruowu couldn’t help but sigh in admiration. Miss Zhao truly had great wisdom and a deft mind. With just a few sentences, she had resolved a situation that would give any man a headache.

And she had done it so casually, like a drizzle that gently moistened the earth.

Meanwhile, Lin Xun just wanted to give Zhao Jingxuan a big hug. Under the public eye, this kind of private matter could easily make them look stupid if any quarrels arose.

“You seem very pleased?” said Xia Zhi suddenly, her voice tinkling like heavenly music.

Lin Xun was stunned, and then couldn’t help but smile. “How can I not after finally seeing you?”

As he spoke, he landed on the city wall. With just a glance, he could tell that Xia Zhi was no longer the naive young girl she had been over a dozen years ago and hadn’t been for a long time.

She was tall and slender with a waist that looked as supple as willow and could be wrapped around with one arm. She looked almost as tall as he was, standing there with an outstanding posture.

“But I’m a little unhappy.” Xia Zhi’s voice was calm but serious as her clear, starry-bright eyes gazed at Lin Xun. “Besides her, how many more women have you found during these years?”

Lin Xun almost broke into a cold sweat. He dryly coughed, “Xia Zhi, it’s not easy for us to finally reunite, so let’s not talk about this matter for now?”

Xia Zhi nodded. “It’s fine, I’ve never refused your requests. But you also promised me that when you wanted to take a wife, you would have to go through me first.”

Lin Xun said, “Of course I remember this.”

Saying this, he couldn’t help but feel a little helpless. He subconsciously raised his hand, wanting to rub Xia Zhi’s head. It was a habit he had developed many years ago.

But then he hesitated, and his hand stopped in mid-air.

Xia Zhi grabbed his hand and naturally placed it on her head. “I did not want to stop you from marrying other people. In fact, I don’t care how many you want to marry. I’m just worried…about becoming a burden one day.”

There was a rare despondency in her clear voice.

Lin Xun’s heart inexplicably ached. Holding Xia Zhi in his arms, he took a deep breath and said, “No, you are not. There will never be such a day.”

Xia Zhi stiffened a little before completely relaxing. She rested her head on his shoulder and murmured, “From the moment I woke up, there had been nothing but darkness in my world until I met you. Lin Xun, you cannot leave me.”

Lin Xun’s arms around her tightened more and more.

Back then, in Feiyun Village, Xia Zhi had mumbled these words in her sleep. But only now did he realize that he had always been irreplaceable in her heart.

……

That evening, a feast kicked off in the main hall of Lin Xun’s residence.

Zhao Jingxuan made an impeccable host as she arranged every detail of the banquet in an orderly manner.

The room was packed with friends who mingled and chatted pleasantly over food and wine, painting a wondrous picture that night.

In high spirits, the big black bird recounted everything that had happened in the Flying Immortal Battle Realm to everyone, triggering waves of cheers and applause.

Enjoy life while in prime you run high; not to the moon just your empty cup ply.

In the Flying Immortal Battle Realm, Lin Xun had executed a group of top elites from the other eight camps. He had returned triumphantly as a well-deserved number one in this domain conflict.

Since the army of the eight domains had collapsed in front of the City of Protection and returned in defeat, the Ancient Wasteland Camp had transformed peril into safety.

These two feats had unconsciously rewritten the rankings in the Nine Domains Battlefield.

Having lost a great number of top forces, the other eight camps would never be able to recover from the heavy casualties and threaten the Ancient Wasteland Camp from now on!

When the banquet ended, Lin Xun made a decision that starting tomorrow, he would lead his camp to attack the other eight until they were annihilated!

After the guests took their leave under the ink-dark night, the big hall was left with only Lin Xun, Xia Zhi, and Zhao Jingxuan.

Toady and A’lu had been sensible enough to take Little Silver and Little Sky away with them.

The big black bird had been unwilling to leave, saying that it wanted to discuss with Lin Xun about dividing up the loot. In the end, the bird had screamed at the top of its lungs to no avail while Toady and the others had dragged it away with a rope.

Lin Xun couldn’t help but laugh mockingly, “Too greedy, this thieving bird.”

Having had her fill of food and drink, Xia Zhi was currently sleeping quietly. Of course, she naturally occupied Lin Xun’s bed just like many years ago.

“Are you angry, Jingxuan?” Lin Xun gazed at Zhao Jingxuan.

They sat side by side on the steps under the eaves. The lamps swayed, shedding dappled light that caused their shadows to flicker.

Zhao Jingxuan gently snuggled her head on Lin Xun’s shoulder. Gazing at the night sky, she softly said, “You don’t have to worry. How could I possibly go and get angry at Xia Zhi?

“She may be incredibly powerful, but I always felt like she had never fit in with the world at all and was always so lonely. It makes me happy to know that she has one person in her heart about whom she cares a great deal, and that it is you.

“At least, she will never be alone again.”

Bursts of lively noises echoed in the distant night as the cultivators in the city were still in the midst of rejoicing and celebrating.

Inside the room, Xia Zhi was sleeping soundly.

Next to Lin Xun was the one with a wise mind and a tender heart.

Sitting quietly as he perceived the night through his ears, eyes, and feelings, a quiet smile gradually spread across his lips.

He hadn’t been so happy in a long, long time. This calm and steadfast sense of joy ran through his heart like a warm stream of water.

This scene, this moment, Lin Xun would never forget for the rest of his life.