From a loser to an immortal sage

Chapter 313 Difficulty in Choosing Immortal Techniques, Confusion on the Path of the Heart

I stood before the immortal manual, enveloped by an invisible pressure that made even breathing extremely difficult.

In my mind, Wen Chen's voice lingered like a curse, and the worry in his eyes turned into needles that pierced my heart.

The manual before me was ancient and mysterious, its runes shimmering like stars in the night sky, radiating an alluring light.

They seemed to be calling out softly, enticing me to reach out and embrace that powerful force.

My eyes held a complex mix of longing and hesitation, like the sea before a storm, turbulent and restless.

The cold air seemed to freeze, and I could clearly feel my heartbeat, heavy and powerful, one beat after another.

This is not only a desire for power, but also a fear of unknown risks.

“Sigh…” Master Huixin sighed softly, breaking the suffocating silence.

Her kind gaze fell upon me, seemingly knowing everything, yet carrying a hint of indescribable expectation.

Wen Chen... Wen Chen...

His voice, his smile, and his voice flashed through my mind like a slideshow.

His gentle gaze and meticulous care made me feel as if I were standing on the edge of a cliff, and if I wasn't careful, I would fall into an abyss.

If I choose to inherit the immortal techniques, does that mean I have betrayed him?

An indescribable pain surged into my heart like a tidal wave, completely overwhelming me.

I feel like a moth trapped in a spider web, struggling desperately, but unable to break free from the shackles of fate.

Two completely different forces were pulling wildly inside me, almost tearing me apart.

Not far away, Su Yao's figure stood silently like a ghost.

A mocking smile curled at the corners of her lips, her eyes flashing with jealousy.

She must really want me to give up, right?

After all, seeing me in such pain is the greatest joy for her.

"Hehe..." Su Yao let out a soft laugh, which, despite her best efforts to conceal it, still reached my ears clearly.

That laughter, as cold as a venomous snake, strengthened my resolve—I absolutely cannot let her succeed!

I took a deep breath, trying to calm the turmoil in my heart.

However, that powerful force, like a wild beast, rampaged through my body, making it difficult for me to control.

"Xiao Yao, are you alright?" Master Huixin's voice came again, carrying a hint of concern.

I slowly raised my head, meeting her wise eyes, and whispered, "Master, I..."

Just as I was about to reveal the answer, an even more powerful force suddenly erupted from the manual, instantly engulfing me...

The bright light was blinding, and I felt as if I were in a chaotic world, with a buzzing sound in my ears, like the flapping of wings of thousands of flying insects.

My body felt light, as if I were walking on clouds or falling into the deep sea; that feeling of weightlessness made me dizzy.

A powerful force surged through my body, like a wild horse running rampant.

I tried to control it, but I found that it was not under my control at all. Instead, it swept me up in it, like a leaf falling in a storm, unable to control my own destiny.

"Power...is this power?" I murmured to myself, feeling both excited and terrified.

This feeling was unprecedented; it made me feel powerful, yet at the same time, it made me uneasy.

Warm dust...

If I possessed such power, could I return to his side?

Is he afraid of me?

A warm, smooth touch, gentle words, a caring gaze...

Memories of spending time with Wen Chen flooded back to me like a tidal wave.

We strolled hand in hand through that peach grove, petals falling like pink rain, romantic and heartwarming.

That night under the starry sky, he gently stroked my face and whispered sweet nothings to me. My heart pounded like a deer, sweet and thrilling.

"Xiao Yao, do you still have time to hesitate?" Ling Feng's voice pierced through this beautiful memory like a sharp knife, carrying a hint of mockery and smugness.

He must have thought I was scared and wanted to take the opportunity to disturb my peace of mind.

Hmph, how could I, Xiao Yao, be so easily swayed by him?

"Ahem..." Elder Xuanfeng's soft cough pulled me back from my memories.

I suddenly woke up and realized that time was running out.

I have to make a choice!

I raised my head and stared intently at the secret manual that radiated a mysterious light.

My hand trembled slightly, but I slowly reached out...

“Master,” I turned and walked toward Master Huixin, “I…”

I took a deep breath, suppressing the turmoil in my heart, and turned to face Master Huixin, my tone firm: "Master, I dare to be so bold as to ask you to allow me more time to consider this."

These words caused a stir among those present.

The air seemed to freeze; you could hear a pin drop.

I could feel countless gazes falling on me, a mixture of doubt, confusion, and mockery, like an invisible net enveloping me.

Ling Feng scoffed, his tone full of disdain: "What? Scared? Xiao Yao, I thought you were so brave, but it turns out you're nothing special." Su Yao covered her mouth and chuckled, her laughter sharp and grating, like fingernails scratching a blackboard, which annoyed me.

I pretended not to hear and just stood there quietly, waiting for Master Huixin's reply.

My heart was pounding like a drum, each beat making my eardrums buzz.

I understand that my request is unprecedented; no one has ever made such a request in the history of the transmission of immortal techniques.

Master Huixin's gaze lingered on me for a long time; her all-knowing eyes seemed to see right through my heart.

After a long silence, she spoke slowly, her voice low and powerful: "Approved."

A single, simple word, yet it resounded like a thunderclap in everyone's ears.

My tense nerves finally relaxed, and I breathed a long sigh of relief.

A cool sensation surged from my dantian, flowing throughout my body and dispelling the restlessness and unease in my heart.

Mingyue walked to my side and gently took my hand. Her hand was soft and warm, like a ray of sunshine shining into my heart.

She looked at me,”

Yes, courage.

I never imagined I would be so brave.

Faced with such a huge temptation, I was able to remain calm and not be overwhelmed by the power.

I looked up and around at the complex gazes around me—some filled with incomprehension, some with jealousy, some with admiration, and others…

fear?

I smiled slightly, my mind clear. I knew I had made the right choice.

"Master, your disciple..." I began to speak again, but suddenly felt a slight tremor beneath my feet...

The earth trembled, and the library shook along with it. The beams and pillars overhead creaked painfully, and dust fell in clumps.

I was startled; this sudden turn of events made me even more uneasy.

Could it be that the library is unhappy with my delay?

A chill ran from my feet to the top of my head. I instinctively gripped Mingyue's hand tightly. Her palms were slightly damp, so it seemed she had also sensed the strange atmosphere.

"What's going on?" Ling Feng exclaimed in surprise, his expression changing drastically.

His confident smile vanished, replaced by fear and panic.

Su Yao screamed and clung tightly to the pillar beside her, as if she would be swallowed up by the tremor at any moment.

Master Huixin's expression was solemn as she chanted incantations and rapidly formed hand seals. A beam of golden light shot out from her palms and flew straight to the top of the Sutra Repository.

The golden light spread out, forming a huge golden light shield that enveloped the entire library.

The tremors seemed to have subsided somewhat, but a tense atmosphere still lingered in the air.

I took a deep breath and tried to keep myself calm.

What does this sudden tremor mean?

Is it because of the library itself, or because I haven't made a choice yet?

Countless thoughts flashed through my mind, but I could never find the answer.

"Xiao Yao, what are you still hesitating for?" Ling Feng's voice trembled slightly, and fear flashed in his eyes. "Make a choice quickly, or we'll all die here!"

I gave him a cold glance, my resolve unwavering.

At a time when life and death were at stake, he was still thinking about passing on his legacy; it was utterly ridiculous.

I turned to look at Abbess Huixin. Her expression remained calm, as if everything was under her control.

"Master," I mustered my courage to ask, "this tremor..."

“It is the will of Heaven.” Abbess Huixin interrupted me, her tone firm. “It is the will of Heaven, and it cannot be defied.”

God willing?

Does this mean my choice was already predetermined?

My heart was filled with doubt and unease, yet I also felt a faint sense of excitement.

This sudden change may not be a bad thing.

"Xiao Yao, you..." Mingyue gripped my hand tightly.

I took her hand in return and gave her a reassuring look.

I know that no matter what happens, I will protect her.

The shaking of the library grew more and more violent, and cracks began to appear in the beams and pillars overhead, threatening to collapse at any moment.

I felt a powerful force surging from the manual, as if it were about to suck me in.

My body drifted uncontrollably toward the manual, the wind whistling past my ears, my heart pounding faster and faster, almost leaping out of my chest.

"Xiao Yao!" Mingyue's voice rang in my ears, tinged with despair.

I reached out to grab her, but found that my body was no longer under my control.

I was sucked into the manual by that powerful force, everything went dark, and I lost consciousness...

"I..." a faint voice whispered in my ear, "Where am I?"