The Legend of the Princess' Counterattack

Chapter 631: The Covenant in the Netherworld

Yun Yao stood on the top of the mountain of Yunhua Sect, her clothes fluttering, like a fairy flower blooming in the clouds. Her eyes penetrated the heavy clouds and mist, looking at the distant sky, and ripples appeared in her heart. The ever-changing situation in the world of cultivation was like a thrilling dream, constantly flashing back in her mind: the bloody battle with Chu Mochen against the Burning Heaven Palace, the life-and-death dependence on the Thunder Tribulation Stage to fight against the way of heaven, and the soul-searching in the Questioning Heart Hall... Every single thing was a deep mark of her counterattack along the way.

"Chen, I want to go to the lower world to take a look." Yun Yao spoke softly, but her voice was extremely firm, as if carrying endless attachment and expectations.

Chu Mochen flashed and quietly came to her side, as if he had been waiting for her decision. His eyes were as gentle as water, staring at Yun Yao's profile, and nodded slightly: "Okay, that's where everything started, and it's also where our original intention is."

After a brief preparation, the two of them joined hands and stepped onto the teleportation array leading to the secular world. A flash of light came, and a familiar feeling of dizziness came over them. When the light faded, they were already in front of the gate of the former palace.

The palace was still the same as she remembered. The vermilion gate was slightly mottled, and the eyes of the bronze lion seemed to hide the vicissitudes of time. Yun Yao raised her hand and gently stroked the door knocker, and the memories of the past surged in like a tide. Once upon a time, she had just entered the palace. As an unpopular princess, she suffered humiliation and hardship in this deep mansion. Liu Yan'er's difficulties and the servants' deceptions, every scene seemed to be replayed yesterday.

With a "creaky" sound, the door slowly opened. A servant poked his head out and saw Yun Yao and Chu Mochen. He was stunned at first, then his eyes widened, and his face was instantly filled with surprise: "Princess...Princess! You are back!" The servant was so excited that his voice trembled a little, his eyes were red, and he knelt down hurriedly to salute.

Yun Yao felt warm in her heart, and leaned over to help the boy up: "Hurry up, no need to be so polite. How has the palace been these years?"

The servant stood up and replied hurriedly, "Princess, after you left, the palace was a little turbulent at first, but then it gradually settled down. The prince often thinks of you and has told us to take good care of the palace. We are looking forward to your return one day."

Yun Yao and Chu Mochen looked at each other, both with emotion in their eyes. They followed the servant into the palace. The flowers and plants in the courtyard were still lush, but they seemed to have accumulated a lot of time. They walked around the corridor and came to the courtyard where they used to live. Xiao Cui was directing a group of children to sweep the floor.

Xiao Cui is now a graceful young lady, with capable and intelligent eyes. She looked up and caught a glimpse of Yun Yao. The broom in her hand fell to the ground with a clang. She stood there in a daze. After a moment, tears welled up in her eyes: "Princess! It's really you! Xiao Cui missed you so much!" She ran over, knelt down in front of Yun Yao, hugged Yun Yao's legs tightly with both hands, and cried.

Yun Yao's eyes also turned red. She bent down to help Xiao Cui up and gently wiped away her tears: "Xiao Cui, don't cry. Look at you, you have grown into a big girl now, but you are still so crybaby."

Xiao Cui burst into laughter, holding Yun Yao's hand and looking left and right: "Princess, you have been gone for many years. Xiao Cui thought she would never see you again. How have you and the prince been doing these years?"

Yun Yao smiled and nodded: "We are all fine. Xiao Cui, how about you? I see that this palace is well managed by you. I believe you have suffered a lot."

Xiao Cui waved her hands and said, "It's not hard, it's not hard. I can be where I am today thanks to the teachings of the princess. You taught me how to read and behave, and made me understand that I have to hold my own destiny." She pointed to the children beside her and said, "Now that I am with these children, I want to pass on what you taught me to them."

Yun Yao looked in the direction Xiao Cui pointed, and saw the group of children looking at her timidly with their big curious eyes. She was moved, walked forward, squatted down, and asked softly: "Children, are you willing to learn to read and write?"

The children nodded one after another and replied in baby voices, "Yes! Sister Xiao Cui said that knowing how to read can help us understand reason and change our destiny."

Tears flashed in Yun Yao's eyes. She stroked the children's heads gently and said, "Well said. Remember, no matter what your background is, as long as you have dreams and work hard, you can control your own life."

At this time, Chu Mochen came forward, took out a few ancient books from his arms, and handed them to Xiao Cui: "Xiao Cui, keep these books for the children to use as an enlightenment."

Xiao Cui was pleasantly surprised and took the book quickly: "Thank you, Your Highness! Your Highness and Princess Consort are still concerned about the people as always. Xiao Cui will definitely live up to your expectations."

As they were talking, there was a sudden noise outside the courtyard. Yun Yao and the others walked out of the courtyard and saw a group of people surrounding an old man. The old man was wearing a plain robe, with a kind face and wise eyes.

"I heard that the princess has returned, so I came to pay her a visit." The old man bowed respectfully.

Yun Yao hurriedly helped the old man up: "Old man, please stand up quickly. Who are you?"

The old man smiled and said, "I am a private school teacher in this city. I have heard for a long time that the princess established a school in the palace and benefited the people. I admire her very much. Over the years, the princess's good deeds have been spreading in the city and inspiring everyone."

Yun Yao shook her head modestly: "Old man, you are too kind. I just did what I could."

The old man looked solemn and said, "Princess, don't be modest. You brought not only knowledge, but also the light of hope. Today, the people in the city live and work in peace and contentment, and the learning atmosphere is flourishing, all because of the good deeds you planted back then."

Yun Yao's heart was filled with emotion. She looked around, seeing everything that was familiar yet unfamiliar. She knew that her unintentional act back then had set off a prairie fire and changed the fate of so many people.

"Chen, look, this is the road we have walked before. Every step is full of hardships, but it also breeds hope." Yun Yao said softly to Chu Mochen.

Chu Mochen held her hand tightly: "Yes, Yao'er, it is these experiences that have made us who we are today. And we must also protect this hope so that more people can control their own destiny."

Everyone sat together, sharing their experiences and insights over the years. From the daily life of the people to the development and changes in the city, each story is full of the warmth and tenacity of life. Yun Yao listened, and her belief became more and more firm in her heart: going against the will of heaven is not to be against heaven, but to break the shackles that imprison life, so that everyone can have the right to choose and write their own wonderful works.

As night fell and the stars dotted the sky, Yun Yao and Chu Mochen strolled in the garden of the palace, with the fragrance of flowers everywhere and the moonlight like water, covering them with a layer of silver gauze.

"Yao'er, do you still remember when we were in this garden and you made a wish to the bright moon, hoping to find your own way?" Chu Mochen broke the silence, his voice filled with reminiscence.

Yun Yao smiled lightly: "How could I not remember? At that time, I was confused and helpless, thinking that the road ahead was long and dark. But I didn't expect that I would have you by my side along the way, lighting up the starry sky together."

Chu Mochen stopped, turned around and stared at Yun Yao, his eyes as deep as the sea: "Yao'er, you are the most beautiful scenery in my life, and the path I stick to. No matter what the future holds, I am willing to walk hand in hand with you to protect the beauty of this world."

Yun Yao's eyes were slightly moist, and she gently leaned in Chu Mochen's arms: "Chen, I feel the same way. This trip to the lower world has made me understand more clearly that what we pursue is not only personal perfection, but also to support a free sky for these thousands of living beings."

The two of them embraced each other for a long time, and in this quiet night, their hearts became closer. They knew that after returning to the world of cultivation, new challenges and unknowns would be waiting for them, but at this moment, they had already absorbed endless strength from the bits and pieces of this secular world, which was enough to support them to face everything in the future.

When the dawn breaks, Yun Yao and Chu Mochen bid farewell to the people in the palace and embark on their journey home. They take the warmth and hope of the secular world, and their vision of the future, and step onto the road of cultivation full of variables. And their story, like the dawn, will surely sow the seeds of hope in the world of cultivation, bloom with brilliant light, and inspire more people to pursue freedom and rewrite their destiny.