Demonic Dao Fanfiction: Protecting You from Worries for a Lifetime

A tranquil and solemn atmosphere permeated the library. A cyan mat spread across the floor, giving it a distinctly rustic feel. Several wooden desks sat quietly, as if awaiting the arrival of scholars. Candlesticks emitted a soft glow, illuminating the entire space, making the ancient books on the shelves appear faintly in the light and shadow. In the candlelight, four figures appeared remarkably clear.

At one end, two people sat upright, their expressions serious, as if they were having an important discussion. At the other end, two others were whispering, their voices low and mysterious, as if they were plotting something important.

"Ayue, if you and Ayin feel like you can't stay here, you can go out for a walk and relax." Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) suddenly broke the silence, his voice echoing in the library. "It's good to have Afen here with you."

"Hehehe! A-Jing, did we disturb you?" Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) asked with a slight apology.

"You said that?" Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) replied helplessly, a headache coming on. "You two should go out and play! This library isn't suitable for you. It's too noisy."

"Okay! It seems that we did disturb them." Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) admitted helplessly.

"Ayin, let's go! I heard that there is a clear lake in the back mountain of the Lan family, with many fat fish in it. Why don't we go there to grill fish!" Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) turned to Ayin and suggested, with excitement flashing in his eyes.

"Let's go." Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) replied hurriedly. If his senior and junior brothers were not in the treasure pavilion, he would not have come to this place and was bored to death.

"Ayue, the Cloud Recesses are unknown, and killing is prohibited within the territory." Xuanyuan Fen (Fen Hua) said

Upon hearing this, the light in Xuanyuan Yue's eyes dimmed slightly, but he still smiled and joked, "Hey, Ah Fen, when did you become so law-abiding? We are just going to the lake to fish and enjoy the fun of fishing. We don't really want to hurt those fish. If we catch something, we can gently put it back into the water, how about it? This way, we can satisfy our cravings and not break the rules. Isn't it the best of both worlds?" As he spoke, he did not forget to wink at Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) with a cunning look on his face.

Seeing this, Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao)'s lips curled up unconsciously, a flicker of fondness and helplessness in his eyes. "Well, if that's the case, then go ahead and do it. Just remember, don't get caught. If you really want to fish, just do as you said: catch without getting hurt, and just enjoy it." He gently patted Xuanyuan Yue's shoulder, signaling the two to leave.

Xuanyuan Yue and Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) smiled at each other, their hearts filled with joy and anticipation. They quickly gathered their composures, bid farewell to Xuanyuan Jing, and briskly left the library, heading towards the Lan family's back mountain.

After Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) and Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) left.

Lan Xichen also arrived at the library. As he entered this place, steeped in the fragrance of books, the first thing that caught his eye was Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao). He saw Xuanyuan Jing and Xuanyuan Fen (Fen Hua) sitting together at a window seat. They sat cross-legged, each holding a scroll, intently reading. Their expressions were singularly serious, as if the only thing in the world was the words in their hands. Occasionally, Xuanyuan Jing would whisper to Xuanyuan Fen, sharing their insights and experiences.

The magnolias outside the window are in full bloom, the flowers are lush, as if competing for beauty. The sunlight shines through the window onto them, adding a bit of warmth to this peaceful picture, as if covering the whole room with a layer of golden glory.

Lan Xichen observed all this quietly, not knowing for a moment whether he should go forward and interrupt.

Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) and Xuanyuan Fen (Fen Hua) had already noticed someone approaching quietly. They originally thought that it was just a disciple of the Lan family or other aristocratic families who came to consult books, so they did not pay too much attention to the matter.

But the look was too dazzling, and the two of them were a little scared~~~~

The two could only turn their eyes away from the book and look over, only to see a gentle and elegant young man standing not far away, and they didn't dare to go forward.

Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) and Xuanyuan Fen (Fen Hua) set down their scrolls, slowly stood up, and respectfully bowed to the person before them. They asked in unison, "Lord Zewu, may I know what may be of use to you?" Lan Xichen slowly walked up to them and returned the bow, saying with a hint of apology, "Young Master Xuanyuan, I have come today to apologize to you and Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying). I wonder where Young Master Xuanyuan Yue is? I have heard about what happened at the Lan family yesterday. However, it was already late when I learned of this, and I was concerned about disturbing your rest, so I chose to come today."

Lan Xichen's tone was filled with sincerity and apology. He continued to explain, "What happened yesterday was truly an accident. I was unable to arrive in time and prevent the situation from developing. I am deeply sorry for this. I hope you can forgive the Lan family's negligence. The Lan family is willing to bear all consequences and will do its best to make up for yesterday's mistakes."

Xuanyuan Jing and Xuanyuan Fen exchanged glances, and Xuanyuan Jing said, "No need to apologize. This matter is not Zewu Jun's fault. Zewu Jun need not worry about it, and my senior brother will not take it to heart either. However, I hope that the Lan family can help my senior brother's reputation."

"Of course," Lan Xichen agreed immediately, secretly breathing a sigh of relief. After all, this was originally the Lan family's fault. He was thankful for Young Master Xuanyuan's magnanimity; otherwise, if he had really taken it to heart, the Lan family might have gained a new, lesser-known, and formidable rival.

Lan Xichen and Lan Qiren searched for records of the Xuanyuan family in ancient books, but found no record. However, the extraordinary temperament of the four Xuanyuans was obviously not something that ordinary people could cultivate, so they believed that the Xuanyuan family was a large, hidden family.

In fact, they were not completely wrong, it was just that this hidden family did not belong to this world.

Lan Xichen smiled faintly, a hint of gratitude in his eyes. He bowed and said, "Then I will not disturb you two from reading. Farewell."

"Farewell, Lord Zewu." He returned the greeting.

"Farewell, Lord Zewu." He returned the greeting.

Lan Xichen turned gently and walked lightly out of the library, leaving behind the subtle sound of a breeze brushing against the pages. His back, bathed in the sunlight, seemed particularly long and leisurely, exuding a sense of composure.

Inside the library, the two brothers smiled at each other and continued to immerse themselves in the sea of ​​books.

Sunlight filtered through the sparse clouds, dappling the winding path, adding a touch of warm golden light to the two people's journey. Xuanyuan Yue and Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) walked side by side, occasionally whispering and laughing, as if even the birdsong in the forest was cheered up a little.

As they gradually moved deeper into the mountains, the surrounding scenery became increasingly tranquil. The air was filled with the faint fragrance of flowers and plants and the unique freshness of the lake. In the distance, a shimmering lake came into view, like a mirror set in emerald green, quiet and mysterious.

"We're here." Xuanyuan Yue stopped and pointed at the lake, her eyes gleaming with excitement. Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) also looked expectant. The two smiled at each other and quickened their pace.

Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) looked at Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) and said with a smile: "Going down to the river and catching fish yourself is more fun than just sitting there and fishing. What do you think, little brother?"

The two exchanged glances, and Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) smiled playfully as he replied, "Of course it's best to catch the fish yourself!"

With that, the two exchanged a smile. Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) had already untied a slender bamboo pole from his waist and delicately plunged it into the water, testing the depth and current. Not to be outdone, Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) pulled a thin rope from his backpack and attached a small copper bell, intending to use it to startle the fish and enhance the fun of catching them.

"Are you ready? Three, two, one, go!" Xuanyuan Yue gave an order, and the two of them moved at the same time. Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) gently pushed the water surface with a bamboo pole, causing ripples; Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) gently shook the copper bell, and the crisp sound of the bell echoed over the lake, attracting the attention of nearby fish.

The lake came alive with their movements, the shimmering silver scales of the fish appearing and disappearing in the sunlight, as if playing a game of hide-and-seek with the two. Xuanyuan Yue was agile, and after several attempts, she actually used the bamboo pole to guide a large fish closer to the shore, while Xuanyuan Yin waited nearby and caught it.

"Haha, let's see where you can run!" With a cheer, Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) successfully caught it and quickly lifted it up. A fat carp struggled in his hands, splashing water. The two smiled at each other, their eyes full of a sense of accomplishment and joy.

"It seems that today we can not only enjoy the fun of catching fish, but also taste a delicious fish feast." Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) said with a sweet smile.

"What are we waiting for? Let's make a fire and grill the fish." Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) took the fish, and the two of them walked hand in hand to a flat rock by the lake, ready to start their picnic time.

"Hey, I finally found you!" At this time, a familiar voice sounded. The two turned around and saw Nie Huaisang standing there.

Nie Huaisang walked quickly over to the two of them, his eyes gleaming with surprise and envy. "Looks like I've arrived just in time. Can I get a free meal of delicious grilled fish?"

Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) laughed heartily and patted Nie Huaisang on the shoulder. "Of course, it's our honor that Brother Nie can come. One more person will make things more lively. Come on, come on, let's help prepare together."

Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) also smiled and nodded, handing the fish in his hand to Nie Huaisang to show: "Look, this is our spoils of war, very fresh, just waiting for you to join in."

Nie Huaisang took the fish, sniffed it exaggeratedly, and said with a smile, "This fish is mouth-watering just by looking at it. It will surely be fragrant when grilled. However, I'm not just here to eat for free. I also brought some good wine. How about we eat and chat at the same time?"

The three of them immediately set to work. Xuanyuan Yue and Xuanyuan Yin busied themselves with building a fire, cleaning the fish, and preparing the seasonings, while Nie Huaisang unpacked several jars of fine wine and a few side dishes from his bag and laid them out on a large rock. Soon, the fire was blazing, and the aroma of roasted fish and wine mingled, filling the entire lakeshore.

As night fell, the stars and firelight on the lake shone together. The three of them sat in a circle, enjoying this rare moment of tranquility and joy. Nie Huaisang's unique sense of humor kept everyone laughing. As the drinks progressed, the conversation deepened, moving from daily trivialities to aspirations for the future. Friendship and dreams quietly grew in this warm atmosphere.

Why didn’t anyone notice when the fish was grilled? Let’s find out about the barrier.