Chapter 67 The Lodger Living in Xiao Chen's Fantasy Ocean

  "How did I end up here again?" Xiao Chen stood in the sky above the Illusory Sea, unable to help but laugh bitterly. The waves within the Illusory Sea surged even more violently, each time they rose, bringing with them a thunderous roar that seemed to mock Xiao Chen's foolishness and ignorance.

  But after laughing, Xiao Chen's face was calm, his eyes quickly scanned around and finally stopped at one place. "Noble guest, I think it's the most basic courtesy to greet the host as a guest?"

  In front of Xiao Chen, except for a white cloud-like object, there was nothing else. Was Xiao Chen talking to this white cloud-like object? Facing Xiao Chen's inquiry, the cloud-like object had no reaction at all, after all it was just an inanimate object.

  "Stop pretending, I know you're sentient. I didn't understand why the State Preceptor Huangfu Yan of the Great Yan Kingdom was so enthusiastic about me suddenly back then. But now I get it, it's because of you. Also, although I don't know why you're here, I still want to thank you. If I'm not mistaken, since we were in the Netherworld, you've been quietly helping me all along until now. I think that if it weren't for your help, I'd probably be done for already. I just want to sincerely say thanks!"

  "Xiao Chen, it seems that you have awakened to the illusion of the sea. In the underworld, after drinking Meng Po's tea, the memories that were lost have been recovered?" The cloud-like object finally spoke up, its tone extremely gentle.

  "Hmm." Xiao Chen nodded, "Now, don't you want to say something to me?"

  "Alas, I was always so careful, yet you still discovered it!" The cloud-like object finally transformed, after several twists and turns, into a middle-aged man with a refined and elegant appearance. The middle-aged man's eyes were filled with kindness as he looked at Xiao Chen.

  "Xiao Chen, I know you want to know who I am and why I'm here. But sorry, my answer to your question will probably be very unsatisfying. Why am I here? Sorry, I still can't say that now. All I can say is that I don't have any malicious intentions towards you!"

  "As for what I'm called, I really can't tell you. If you must have a name to call me, then just call me 'Heartbreaker'!" The middle-aged man chuckled.

  "Rupture guts person? The name is a bit strange. Although this answer can't make me very satisfied, it's much better than lies. To be honest, I don't have any malice towards you either." Xiao Chen also smiled, "But after all, this is my Fantasea, and I'm the host here. And you're just a tenant living in my Fantasea. But if the landlord and tenant are strangers to each other, isn't that too ridiculous?"

  "The landlord and tenant, I like this metaphor!" The middle-aged man also laughed.

  "Now that you admit you're a tenant, shouldn't you pay some rent to the landlord?" The middle-aged man's joke greatly improved Xiao Chen's mood.

  "Rent? Haven't I paid it?" The ruthless man rolled his eyes.

  "Got it?" Xiao Chen was stunned. Although he was just joking, he clearly remembered that he hadn't gotten any benefits from the other party at all!

  "Xiao Chen, don't you ever think about it, whose credit is it that you're still alive today? Do you really think it's all just your own good luck?" The ruthless man couldn't help but feel both angry and amused.

  "Sorry!" Xiao Chen smiled awkwardly. It seemed that since he came to this world, he had experienced too many dangers, but every time, he was able to narrowly escape death. Apparently, the greatest credit for this went to the man living in his own fantasy.

  "Xiao Chen, now that you've recovered the lost memories. You should also understand your mission for coming to this world. Can you tell me what you plan to do next?" After a brief smile, the face of Duan Cheng turned extremely solemn.

  "Xiao Chen, as long as you can bring back those seven wandering souls from the other realm to the underworld, I will give you another chance at rebirth. At that time, you will have the opportunity to see your loved ones and friends again!" Xiao Chen couldn't help but recall what Judge Cui had said to him when he left the underworld.

  "Now that I've recovered the lost memories, of course, I'd advise those seven wandering spirits to return to the underworld. If you have any brilliant ideas, feel free to share them, and I'll listen with an open ear!" Xiao Chen said with a smile.

  "Actually, I do have a humble opinion. Xiao Chen, since you already know that those seven souls would rather endure the torments of the underworld for thousands of years than be reincarnated, they must harbor intense resentment and grievance in their hearts. And after thousands of years of dormancy, they possess terrifying powers beyond imagination. Do you think it's possible to persuade them to return to the underworld and resume their eternal suffering?"

  "It's unlikely, but do I have a choice?" Xiao Chen let out a bitter laugh. If he hadn't agreed to Cui's terms back then, his fate would have been to lose his soul. He couldn't accept it, really couldn't accept it!

  "Xiao Chen, that's right, it might be the only way for you to return to your original world. But let me remind you, those seven guys are all hot-tempered and violent, if they disagree with you even slightly, you may face a life-threatening situation. And you should know, you've already escaped from the underworld once, not through reincarnation, so if you die again in this world, your soul will scatter."

  "So, I advise you, it's better not to go find those seven guys. Isn't it better to live a peaceful life in this world? As long as you keep a calm heart, you'll discover that this world is actually quite interesting too."

  "I certainly know, but no matter how beautiful this world is, it can't give me a sense of home." Xiao Chen's smile was tinged with a hint of bitterness. Only those who drift outside know the preciousness of home!

  "Home?" The broken-hearted person's body trembled, and after a long while, he slowly sighed, "Xiao Chen, I understand now!"

  "I don't know what the outcome will be if I go to find those seven souls. Let's just do our best!" Xiao Chen shook his head. As for the only chance to return to his original world, he absolutely could not give up.

  "Xiao Chen, don't be so pessimistic. I want to tell you that the road under your feet may not be chosen by you, but you can completely choose how you walk on it. You must firmly grasp your own destiny and make yourself stronger. You need to understand that when you have impressive strength, you will be able to completely control your own destiny, and no one can impose their will on you!"

  "With great power, not only can you make others fear you, but also make them respect you, and even more, make them respect your ideas. Xiao Chen, I hope you remember one thing: the weak are always insignificant, ignored existences." The middle-aged man was lecturing Xiao Chen like an elder.

  "Thank you for your teachings!" Xiao Chen nodded heavily. The many hardships and dangers he had experienced since coming to this world had gradually caused him to mature.

  "Xiao Chen, don't think I'm nagging, but let me remind you again. Those seven wandering spirits who escaped from the underworld are not only terrifying in strength, but also extremely arrogant and have unpredictable tempers. So my advice to you is that when you meet them, it's best to show a humble attitude, be respectful, and absolutely avoid any conflicts with them!"

  "I understand." Xiao Chen smiled, "I say, uncle, it seems you're quite familiar with them! Can you tell me who they are?"

  "Uncle? You actually call me uncle?" The ruthless man was taken aback, then shook his head with a bitter smile. Forget it, I'll just be an uncle then! Originally, I had been treating you like my own child anyway.

  "Xiao Chen, I'm very sorry. For some reason, who they are, I currently can't tell you. The only thing I can tell you is that you may not know them personally, but their names, you must have heard of."

  "How interesting!" At this time, Xiao Chen was very open-minded.

  "Xiao Chen, I hope you understand that those seven wandering spirits would rather endure a thousand years of suffering in the underworld than be reincarnated. There must be an unforgettable past in their hearts, and there must be an unrelenting obsession that will never be abandoned. Understanding their inner pain and sharing their inner sorrow can greatly alleviate their hostility towards you. Xiao Chen, do you understand my meaning?"

  "I understand!"

  "Xiao Chen, and one more thing, before getting the Yao Shi, you absolutely cannot use the power of Huan Hai again. You should know that without the nourishment of Yao Shi, your body can't withstand such a huge amount of energy. If you don't find a way to dissipate this excess energy in your body, you might collapse physically and spiritually!"

  "Especially note that when going, don't let yourself get angry, otherwise it will bring immeasurable consequences." The broken-hearted person glanced at Xiao Chen's right wrist.

  "I understand!" Xiao Chen nodded repeatedly, although he had no idea what was happening after the strange glow on his ancient wristband, but he knew it wasn't anything good! Xiao Chen would never forget the fearful look in Ding Heng's eyes when he left Jiayuan County for the second time.

  "Also, that little girl who's following you is a very kind and good girl, you must cherish her well! Since you've already taken advantage of someone else, you have to take responsibility for it!" The ruthless man added after pausing for a moment.

  "You knew this too?" Xiao Chen's face suddenly turned red.

  "The universe is vast, but it's all about yin and yang. The cosmos is broad, but it doesn't go beyond the harmony of opposites. Yin and yang complement each other, and the heavens and earth depend on each other. To maintain a state of balance and harmony in the world, one must ensure that yin and yang are in harmony, and the heavens and earth are in balance. By releasing excess energy through intimacy between men and women, one can once again become clear and refreshed. Xiao Chen, I just wanted to say, your luck is really not bad!"

  "Never mind, it's too embarrassing to mention." Although he now existed in the form of a consciousness body, Xiao Chen still felt his face burning with heat, "Sorry, I should also return to the real world!"

  "Not sending!"

  "Wait!" Xiao Chen stopped again, "Is it that you know everything I do?"

  "It all depends on what happens!!"

  "Uh...this...for example..." Xiao Chen's face turned red, unsure of how to continue.

  The middle-aged man laughed, and a look that only men could understand appeared on his face. "Xiao Chen, don't be too nervous, I was just scaring you earlier. You can rest assured, I can only see some things when you're unconscious, but when you're conscious, even if I want to look, I won't be able to see anything. So Xiao Chen, if you don't want me to see such a sultry scene again, then make sure you never lose consciousness again!"

  "By the way, Judge Choi once told me that my parents might also be in this world, is that true?" After some hesitation, Xiao Chen finally raised the question that he was most concerned about.

  "It's in, it's definitely in!" The words of a die-hard fan were absolutely affirmative.

  "Really? Then how can I find them?" Xiao Chen's words were unusually agitated.

  "Whatever." The heartbroken person's words were extremely flat.

  "Whatever happens?"

  "Right, go with the flow!"

  "Got it." Xiao Chen felt a weight lift off his shoulders. The shadow of his consciousness body also slowly faded away.