The Black Lotus Eclipse - Chapter 8

I was still brought to the Heavenly Realm by Zhuo Yuan. For some reason, the chaotic power rampaging inside me suddenly eased, and my limbs and bones felt clear and unobstructed.

I tried circulating my energy-there was no blockage at all.

When we arrived at Di Shu Palace, my whole body began to feel light, and the Black Lotus on my wrist deepened in color.

Le You rushed forward and threw herself into Di Shu’s arms, softly calling, “Mother Goddess.” Di Shu stroked her face lovingly, then introduced her to everyone: “During the battle with the Demon Clan years ago, I lost my precious daughter, who entered the Cycle of Reincarnation and suffered alone in the mortal world. Fortunately, now she has been found again.

“Her name is Le You. I hope she will live a life free of worries.”

The Immortals raised their cups in celebration, joyfully congratulating the Goddess Di Shu on finding her true daughter.

A sudden, indescribable pain pressed against my heart.

It was as if I had returned to ten thousand years ago, when I was abandoned at Wangchuan Lake. Meng Po asked that person, “Both are your daughters by blood, why do you choose to abandon her alone?

“A daughter bearing the mark of the Demon Clan cannot be my child. Meng Po, say no more. Leaving her at Wangchuan Lake to fend for herself is the way of Heaven.

“I, Di Shu, have only one child, and that is Le You.

“As for the one with Cang Ming’s blood, she is unworthy.”

My head throbbed violently, and I nearly lost my balance. Seeing this, Chang Li supported me with his hand.

This immediately drew the attention of the Immortals, who joked, “Chang Li, could it be that a joyous occasion is near?”

He shot them a glare and silently withdrew his hand.

Le You, enjoying the spectacle, raised her voice, “Mother Goddess, this woman is from the Ghost Bureau of the Underworld. While undergoing tribulation in the mortal world, her meridians were injured, and it was Immortal Venerable Zhuo Yuan who happened to save her, allowing her to survive. Now she clings to him every day, wanting to be Zhuo Yuan’s wife. Isn’t that laughable?”

Le You twisted the truth, fabricating stories without end: “Mother Goddess, I was supposed to return early, but this woman couldn’t bear to see Zhuo Yuan treat me well. She tried to kill me by pushing me into the lake. If not for my good fortune, I wouldn’t have made it to your birthday banquet this time.”

The Immortals were in an uproar, expressing their disdain and contempt.

When Zhuo Yuan returned from presenting the birthday gift, I was being mocked by Le You: “What I learned most in the mortal world was propriety, righteousness, integrity, and shame. A woman should be reserved, not cling to someone again and again, making herself annoying. Perhaps this woman has been a ghost for so long, she’s lost all sense of shame.”

My headache was unbearable. Facing Le You’s endless chatter, I struck out with my palm.

The Goddess Di Shu’s eyes flashed, and she blocked my attack with a swift motion.

My chest tightened, the taste of blood filled my mouth, and I spat it out instantly.

“How dare you!

“A mere Ghost Bureau official dares to act violently in my Di Shu Palace? Guards, take her to the South Gate and beat her!”

I wiped the blood from the corner of my mouth. Thanks to Di Shu’s blow, the last bit of stifling energy in my chest finally dispersed.

Zhuo Yuan knelt and pleaded for me, saying he was willing to bear the Thunderfire on my behalf.

I let out a cold laugh. How pretentious.

Is everyone in the Heavenly Realm a hypocrite?

Compassion for all beings?

Bah!