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

Chapter 400: The End of Love (Grand Finale)

In the dim basement, only a few oil lamps flickered faintly, illuminating the exhausted and desperate faces of the trapped residents. Yun Che and the other two hid behind a row of huge wooden barrels, holding their breath and observing the movement at the exit.

"It seems that it is not easy to rescue them directly." Qinglian lowered his voice and glanced around sharply.

Yun Che nodded, his brows furrowed. “The exit is locked, and there are disciples of the Demon Sect patrolling outside. Forcing our way in will only alert the enemy.”

Youyue bit her lip lightly, her eyes gleaming with determination: "Then we have to come up with a foolproof plan that can rescue the residents without alerting the demon cult."

Yun Che pondered for a moment, and suddenly his eyes lit up: "I remember there is a rule in the Demon Sect. Every night at midnight, the patrol disciples will change shifts. That might be the best time for us to take action."

Qinglian nodded in agreement: "Good idea, we can use this time to create chaos and take the opportunity to open the chains."

Youyue also showed an expression of approval: "Then let's split up and prepare now. Yunche, you go check the terrain, and Qinglian and I will prepare some necessary tools."

Yun Che gently patted Youyue's shoulder: "Be careful, safety is the most important thing."

The three of them quickly divided the work. Yun Che silently moved through the shadows of the basement, carefully observing every possible escape route. Meanwhile, Qinglian and Youyue quietly sneaked into the Demon Cult's warehouse, searching for iron tools and ropes that could be used to pry open the chains.

Time ticked by, and the atmosphere in the basement grew increasingly tense. Yun Che returned to the wooden barrel and reunited with Qinglian and Youyue, sketching a simple topographical map on the dirt floor.

"This is the exit. There are two patrol routes outside. We need to quickly pass through this gap when they change shifts." Yun Che pointed at the map with a firm tone.

Qinglian clenched the iron in his hand: "We are ready, just waiting for the arrival of midnight."

Finally, as night deepened, the midnight bell rang in the demonic cult's stronghold. The patrol's footsteps gradually faded away, and the disciples who were changing shifts chatted idly, completely unaware of the impending crisis.

Yun Che and the other two took a deep breath and tightly grasped each other's hands, their eyes gleaming with determination. They knew that this moment would determine the fate of countless people.

“Move!” Yun Che shouted softly, and the three of them leaped out of the barrel like ghosts, quickly approaching the exit.

However, just as they were about to reach the exit, the sound of hurried footsteps shattered the tranquility of the night. A disciple of the Demon Sect came running over in a panic.

“Oh no, something’s happening!” Yun Che’s heart trembled as he quickly pulled Qinglian and Youyue to a hidden place.

The demon sect disciple ran to the exit and whispered a few words to the gatekeeper. The gatekeeper's face changed, and he immediately opened the chain and let the panicked disciple pass.

"What's going on?" Qinglian frowned, feeling an ominous premonition in his heart.

Yun Che's eyes were stern. "It seems our plans have been disrupted. That disciple is so flustered, something big must have happened."

Youyue held Yun Che's hand tightly: "What should we do now? We can't just watch this opportunity slip away."

Yun Che pondered for a moment, a flicker of determination in his eyes. "Now that things have come to this, we can only take a risk. Youyue, you and Qinglian wait here, I'll quietly follow and see what's going on."

You Yue wanted to refute, but was stopped by Yun Che's firm eyes: "Believe me, I will definitely come back to find you."

After saying this, Yun Che flashed by, like a ghost in the night, silently following the panicked demon sect disciple.

Deep within the Demon Cult's stronghold, in a brightly lit hall, the Demon Cult leader sat upon a high throne, his face as gloomy as water. Below, several Demon Cult elders were conversing in low voices, their expressions solemn.

Yun Che hid in the shadows, carefully observing all this. He was secretly surprised; he had never seen the Demon Cult in such a tense situation before.

"Master, according to the spies, the righteous alliance has assembled and will attack our stronghold soon." An elder spoke in a low voice with a hint of uneasiness in his tone.

The Demon Cult leader snorted coldly, "The Righteous Alliance? A bunch of rabble, dare you challenge the authority of our Demon Cult? Pass the order, strengthen the guard, and make sure they never return!"

Another elder looked worried: "But Master, the Righteous Alliance is coming with such force this time. If we don't respond in time, I'm afraid..."

The Demon Cult leader slammed the armrest and stood up. "What are you afraid of? My Demon Cult has stood firm in the martial arts world for many years. How could we be shaken by a group of righteous villains? Send orders to all branches to increase patrols and ensure the safety of the strongholds."

Yun Che's heart skipped a beat as he finally understood the reason behind the panicked disciple's arrival. It turned out that the Righteous Alliance was about to attack the Demon Cult's stronghold. No wonder the Demon Cult was so nervous.

At this moment, the Demon Cult leader's gaze suddenly swept towards the darkness. Yun Che's heart tightened, and he quickly held his breath. However, the Demon Cult leader's gaze only lingered for a moment before retracting.

Yun Che took the opportunity to slip out of the hall, quickly returned to his hiding place, and told Qinglian and Youyue what he had seen and heard.

“It seems that our plan must be changed.” Yun Che’s expression was solemn, with a determined light flashing in his eyes.

Qinglian clenched the iron weapon: "The Righteous Alliance is attacking the Demon Cult. This is our chance. We can take advantage of the chaos to rescue the residents, and then join forces with the Righteous Alliance to wipe out the Demon Cult in one fell swoop."

You Yue nodded in agreement: "Yes, we can't miss this opportunity. Yun Che, what do you think we should do?"

Yun Che pondered for a moment and quickly formulated a new plan: "If the Righteous Alliance attacks the stronghold, the Demon Cult will surely come out in full force. We should take this opportunity to sneak into the basement and rescue the residents, then find a way to reunite with the Righteous Alliance."

Qinglian and Youyue looked at each other, with a determined light in their eyes: "Okay, let's do as you say!"

The night was as dark as ink. The lights in the Demon Cult's stronghold were brightly lit, and the shouts of killing were deafening. The Righteous Alliance and the Demon Cult's disciples engaged in a fierce battle in the stronghold, with swords flashing and blood flying everywhere.

Yun Che and the other two took advantage of the chaos and quickly sneaked into the basement. They avoided the patrolling demon sect disciples and quietly reached the exit.

"Are you ready?" Yun Che asked in a low voice, his eyes firm.

Qinglian and Youyue nodded, tightly gripping the iron and rope in their hands. Yun Che took a deep breath, exerted force, and pried open the chains.

“Hurry, now’s the time!” Yun Che urged in a low voice, and the three of them quickly evacuated the trapped residents to a safe area.

However, just as they were about to escape the basement, they heard hurried footsteps. Yun Che's heart trembled, and he quickly hid the residents in a hidden place, waiting for them with Qinglian and Youyue.

Several disciples of the Demon Sect came running over, looking panicked: "Oh no! The Righteous Alliance has already invaded our stronghold! Let's leave!"

Yun Che's mind moved, and he took the opportunity to blend in with the Demon Cult disciples and quietly evacuate the base. Taking advantage of the chaos, they successfully escaped the Demon Cult base and reunited with the Righteous Alliance.

When the leader of the Righteous Alliance saw Yun Che and the other two, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes: "You...how did you escape?"

Yun Che smiled faintly and briefly recounted the entire story. After hearing this, the Alliance Leader's expression became solemn. "So that's how it is. You've performed a great service. Now, let's strike while the iron is hot and wipe out the Demon Cult in one fell swoop!"

Under the guidance of Yun Che and the other two, the Righteous Alliance quickly found the hiding place of the Demon Sect leader. A thrilling battle is about to begin.

Seeing the Righteous Alliance approaching, the Demon Cult leader's face darkened. He brandished his magic sword and roared, "Righteous Alliance, how dare you challenge the authority of my Demon Cult? Today, I will make sure you never return!"

The leader of the Righteous Alliance snorted coldly: "You evil cultists, you have committed countless evil deeds. Today is your end!"

After that, the two sides started a fierce battle. Yun Che, Qing Lian, and You Yue also joined in, fighting a desperate battle with the disciples of the Demon Sect.

During the battle, Yun Che and his two companions worked in perfect harmony, becoming invincible. Relying on their superb martial arts and unwavering faith, they slew their enemies and captured their leaders, ultimately forcing their way to the Demon Cult's leader.

The Demon Cult leader saw Yun Che and the other two approaching, and a trace of fear flashed in his eyes. He brandished his magic sword, trying to resist the attack of the three. However, Yun Che and the other two attacked like a tide, and the Demon Cult leader gradually became powerless.

"You...how dare you!" The leader of the demon cult roared, with a crazy light flashing in his eyes.

Yun Che snorted coldly, "Demon Cult monster, your doom has come!"

After saying this, he swung his sword fiercely, severing the Demon Cult leader's magic sword. Without his magic sword, the Demon Cult leader was like a tiger without support, and was instantly knocked to the ground by Yun Che and the other two.

"No! I won't give in!" The leader of the demon cult struggled, with despair flashing in his eyes.

The leader of the Righteous Alliance stepped forward and looked coldly at the Demon Cult leader: "You have committed many evil deeds, and there will be retribution. Today is the end of your Demon Cult!"

After saying that, he swung his sword and cut off the head of the leader of the Demon Sect, thus eliminating a great evil from the world.

After the battle, the Righteous Alliance and Yun Che and the other two celebrated their victory together. They sat around the campfire, laughing and celebrating this hard-earned victory.

Yun Che looked at Qinglian and Youyue beside him, his heart filled with gratitude and happiness. The three of them had gone through countless ups and downs, and finally welcomed this moment of peace and joy.

"Yun Che, thank you." Qing Lian said softly, a gentle light glimmering in her eyes.

Yun Che smiled faintly and held Qinglian's hand tightly: "It is our joint efforts that have brought us today's victory."

Youyue also came over and snuggled up to Yun Che's shoulder: "Yes, the three of us will be together forever and never separate again."

Yun Che felt the warmth and tenderness of the two women beside him, and an unprecedented sense of happiness and satisfaction welled up in his heart. He knew that all the hardships and struggles were for this moment of reunion and happiness.

"We will be together forever." Yun Che said softly, his tone full of determination and commitment.

As the night deepened and the bonfire gradually died down, Yun Che and the other two fell asleep in each other's arms, immersed in the joy of victory and the sweetness of love. They knew that the road ahead was still long, but as long as the three of them worked together, nothing could stop them from moving forward.

The next morning, the sun shone brightly across the land, bringing life back to life. Yun Che and the other two woke up, looking at each other's tired yet satisfied faces, their hearts filled with strength and hope.

(End of the book)