The Immortal Emperor Reborn: Accompanying My Child on the Extraordinary Journey

Chapter 378 Qinglian's Choice

At this moment, the light emanating from Yun Che's body gradually subsided, eventually transforming into a gentle and pure force that slowly merged into his body. The Black Lotus Witch was overwhelmed by this force and involuntarily took several steps back, her face filled with astonishment and confusion.

“The Moon Spirit Heart… is so powerful?” She murmured to herself, her eyes fixed on Yun Che, as if she wanted to take in every subtle change in his life.

Yun Che felt the unprecedented power within him, and an indescribable excitement welled up in his heart. He looked up at the Black Lotus Witch, his eyes gleaming with determination: "Today, I will definitely save the one I love!"

After saying this, he flashed and rushed towards the Black Lotus Witch like a flash of lightning. The spiritual energy in his hand condensed into a sword, and the tip of the sword pointed directly at the opponent's vital point. The Black Lotus Witch snorted coldly and quickly formed seals with both hands. Black lotus petals surged from all directions, trying to block Yun Che's attack.

However, Yun Che's strength at this moment was no longer that of a mere mortal. He swung his sword, each strike imbued with the pure power of the Moon Spirit Heart, shattering the black lotus petals one after another. Seeing this, the Black Lotus Witch's expression grew even more solemn. She knew that if she didn't step up her efforts, she would be defeated by this young man.

Just as the two were engaged in a fierce battle, a clear voice suddenly rang out beside Yun Che’s ears: “Yun Che, stop!”

Yun Che paused and turned to look. He saw Qinglian standing not far away. Her face was pale, and her eyes were filled with complicated emotions. Yun Che's heart tightened, and he quickly put away his sword and asked, "Qinglian, why are you here?"

Qinglian didn't answer. She simply walked slowly in front of Yun Che, gave him a deep look, then turned to the Black Lotus Witch and said, "My Lady Witch, I beg you to let Yun Che go."

The Black Lotus Witch was stunned for a moment, then sneered: "Let him go? What makes you think I will listen to you?"

Qinglian took a deep breath and pulled out a jade pendant gleaming with green light from her bosom. It was the amulet she had worn since childhood, a treasure passed down from her family. She gripped the pendant tightly, her voice filled with determination, "My Lord Witch, I am willing to use this jade pendant in exchange. I only ask that you let Yun Che go."

A trace of greed flashed in the Black Lotus Witch's eyes. The jade pendant was obviously of great value, but she still pretended to be calm and said, "You want to exchange his life for a jade pendant? You are so naive."

Hearing this, Qinglian curled up the corners of her mouth into a bitter smile: "I know this is far from enough, but this is the only thing I can do for you. Please believe that Yun Che is innocent, and everything he did was to save the one he loved."

The Black Lotus Witch was silent for a moment, as if weighing the pros and cons. Finally, she slowly nodded and said, "Okay, I promise you. But you must remember that your choice today will determine your future fate."

Qinglian was overwhelmed by mixed emotions upon hearing this. She was grateful for the Black Lotus Witch's concession, yet she was also worried about her future. But she knew that at this moment, she had to make a choice.

Yun Che looked at the jade pendant in Qinglian's hand, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart. He understood that Qinglian was exchanging her own future for his life. He held Qinglian's hand tightly, his eyes filled with gratitude and reluctance. "Qinglian, thank you. But I can't let you sacrifice yourself for me."

Qing Lian shook her head gently, a determined light flashing in her eyes: "Yun Che, this is my own choice. I am willing to give everything for you."

Yun Che was touched, but he knew that this was not the time for sentimental relationships. He took a deep breath and said to Qinglian, "Qinglian, please leave here first. I will find a way to resolve this."

Qinglian wanted to say something, but Yun Che had already turned and rushed towards the Black Lotus Witch again. He knew that only by defeating the Black Lotus Witch could he truly rescue his loved ones and allow Qinglian to leave in peace.

The Black Lotus Witch looked at Yun Che who was charging towards her again, a trace of disdain flashing in her eyes: "Hmph, you don't know how to live or die."

With that, she waved her hands, and a black demonic flame instantly engulfed Yun Che. Yun Che felt a sharp pain, as if his entire body was being torn apart by the demonic flame. But he didn't retreat. Instead, he gritted his teeth, mobilized the power of the Moon Spirit Heart within his body, and launched a fierce battle against the demonic flame.

Qinglian stood aside, watching Yun Che struggle in the demonic flames, her heart filled with anxiety. But she knew she couldn't go up to help at this moment, otherwise it would only distract Yun Che. She could only pray silently, hoping that Yun Che could defeat this demonic flame.

At this moment, the Moon Spirit Heart within Yun Che's body suddenly erupted with dazzling light, forcing the black demonic flames back. Yun Che seized the opportunity to break free from the demonic flames and swung the spiritual sword in his hand towards the Black Lotus Witch once again.

The Black Lotus Witch hadn't expected Yun Che to break free of the demonic flames so quickly, and her expression changed. But she was still a dominant force after all, so how could she easily admit defeat? She quickly formed seals with her hands, and streams of black demonic energy surged from all directions, attempting to trap Yun Che once again.

However, Yun Che had already completely mastered the power of the Moon Spirit Heart at this moment. His figure was as fast as the wind, moving freely through the demonic energy. He swung the spiritual sword in his hand continuously, dispersing the demonic energy one after another.

Seeing this, the Black Lotus Witch's expression grew even uglier. She knew that if she didn't take action, she would surely be defeated by Yun Che. So, she bit her tongue and spat a mouthful of blood onto the black lotus before her. The lotus instantly blossomed with dazzling light, transforming into a black beam that shot straight towards Yun Che.

Yun Che felt this powerful force, and a sense of crisis surged in his heart. He did not dare to be careless, and quickly mobilized the power of the Moon Spirit Heart within his body, forming a solid shield to protect himself firmly.

The black beam collided with the shield, emitting a deafening roar. Yun Che felt a massive force surge from all directions, as if it was about to shatter his shield. But he held on tightly, not allowing the shield to waver in the slightest.

At this moment, Qinglian suddenly rushed forward, forming seals with her hands and muttering something. A ray of cyan light shot out from her palms, intertwining with the black beam. Yun Che felt Qinglian's help, and a warm feeling surged in his heart. He took the opportunity to increase his strength, finally defeating the black beam.

Upon seeing this, the Black Lotus Witch's expression changed drastically. She hadn't expected Qing Lian to actually help Yun Che, which left her feeling both surprised and angry. However, she also knew she was already at a disadvantage, and any further fighting would be disastrous. So, with a cold snort, she flashed, transforming into a streak of black light and vanishing from the spot.

Yun Che looked at the direction the Black Lotus Witch fled and breathed a sigh of relief. He turned to look at Qing Lian, his eyes filled with gratitude: "Qing Lian, thank you."

Qinglian smiled slightly and shook her head: "Yun Che, we are family, there is no need to be so polite."

Yun Che was deeply moved upon hearing this. He tightly grasped Qinglian's hand, his eyes gleaming with determination. "Qinglian, I swear, I will protect you and prevent you from coming to any harm."

Qinglian looked at Yun Che's determined eyes, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart. She knew that at this moment, Yun Che was truly thinking of her. She gently leaned into Yun Che's arms, feeling this rare warmth and peace.

However, just as the two were immersed in this happiness, an unexpected voice suddenly rang in their ears: "Huh, do you think this is the end?"

Upon hearing this, Yun Che and Qing Lian's expressions changed simultaneously. They looked up and saw that the Black Lotus Witch had appeared above their heads without them noticing. In her hand, she held a longsword that shone with black light, the tip of the sword pointed directly at them.

Yun Che was startled and quickly protected Qing Lian behind him, looking at the Black Lotus Witch warily: "You...you haven't left yet?"

The Black Lotus Witch sneered, "Hmph, how could I, the Black Lotus Witch, give in so easily? Today, both of you will die by my sword!"

After saying this, she flashed and transformed into a stream of black light, rushing straight towards Yun Che and Qing Lian. Yun Che did not dare to be careless and quickly mobilized the power of the Moon Spirit Heart in his body to start the final decisive battle with the Black Lotus Witch.

In this decisive battle, Yun Che and Qing Lian both displayed unprecedented strength and courage. They cooperated with each other to fight against the Black Lotus Witch. After a fierce battle, they finally defeated the Black Lotus Witch and sealed her in a mysterious space.

After the battle, Yun Che and Qing Lian were both exhausted. They smiled at each other, each understanding that this victory had been hard-won. They hugged each other tightly, embracing this rare victory and happiness.

However, just when they thought everything was over, a greater crisis quietly arrived. A powerful evil force was quietly approaching, shrouding the entire continent in a haze. Yun Che and Qing Lian knew they must stand up again and fight this evil force in a final decisive battle to protect this continent and their loved ones.

In the days that followed, Yun Che and Qing Lian worked hand in hand, facing countless challenges and difficulties together. They continued to grow and become stronger, eventually becoming the most dazzling heroes on this continent. Their story has become a legendary tale passed down through the ages.