Chapter 195 Return to Tushan
"Perhaps, I should think carefully about what else is worth pursuing and upholding besides revenge."
He murmured to himself, his eyes gradually becoming deeper.
At this moment, many images flashed through his mind - his parents' smiles, Shi Feiyang's perseverance, and the faces of those he met on his journey, whether kind or evil, all vividly present in his memory.
"I haven't been back to Tushan for a long time. I wonder how Sister Yaya and Xiao Susu are doing."
A warm feeling welled up in Ximen Tianyu's heart, and he couldn't help but think of Tushan, the place that once gave him shelter and warmth. Tushan was not only a safe haven on his way to escape, but also a place in his heart that he couldn't let go of.
He remembered that Tushan was picturesque and spring-like all year round. Every inch of land there seemed to contain mystery and harmony. And Sister Yaya, the guardian of Tushan, always silently guarded this land and its residents with her calm and powerful attitude. Although she looked cold on the outside, she was very gentle on the inside and always gave him encouragement and guidance at critical moments.
And there was Su Su, the innocent, lively and lovely little fox demon. Her smile was like the warmest sunshine in spring, which could instantly dispel the haze in his heart. The time he spent with Su Su was always full of laughter, which made him temporarily forget the heaviness and loneliness of revenge.
"It's time to go back and take a look."
Ximen Tianyu thought to himself, and the corners of his mouth rose unconsciously. He knew that Tushan was not just a place, but also the home of his soul, a place where he could let down his guard and be himself.
So he turned and walked towards Tushan with firm and powerful steps.
When Ximen Tianyu stepped on the land of Tushan again, he felt a long-lost sense of familiarity. He took a deep breath of the fresh air, feeling the familiar yet strange atmosphere here. He knew that everything here was waiting for him, waiting for his return.
He walked along the familiar path towards the center of Tushan, his heart full of anticipation and anxiety. He didn't know what the monsters here were like now, nor did he know if they still remembered him. But he believed that as long as they were still here, he would be able to find them and reunite with them again.
"Human, this is an important place in Tushan. Only members of our Tushan tribe and those who have been reincarnated and continued their relationship with us are allowed to approach."
Ximen Tianyu was about to reach the heart of Tushan when a group of patrolling Silver Fox guards discovered him and blocked his way.
Their eyes revealed their vigilance towards strangers, especially when they saw Ximen Tianyu, a human, they became even more alert.
Ximen Tianyu smiled slightly, took out an ancient jade pendant from his arms, and shook it gently. The jade pendant emitted a faint spiritual light: "I am Ximen Tianyu. I once had a friendship with several of you from Tushan. This jade pendant is a token of her gift to me."
Seeing this, the Silver Fox guards looked at each other with a hint of surprise in their eyes. They obviously knew this jade pendant and its weight. One of the older guards came forward and carefully examined the jade pendant. After confirming that it was correct, he actually carefully examined Ximen Tianyu's appearance.
"It's little Tianyu. It's only been seven or eight years since we last met, and you've grown so big!"
The captain of the guard finally recognized his identity, his tone full of emotion and surprise. He patted Ximen Tianyu on the shoulder and signaled the other guards to let down their guard.
"You were just a little kid back then, always running behind Yaya. You've grown up so fast, I almost didn't recognize you."
He said with a smile, his eyes twinkling with memories of the past.
"Brother Abang!" Ximen Tianyu recognized the identity of the Tushan guard at a glance. He was one of the guards who followed him to patrol the tiger and leopard tribe's territory.
Unlike Ximen Tianyu, Ah Bang's appearance has hardly changed at all. Seven or eight years is just a blink of an eye for monsters that are tens of thousands of years old.
"Yes, Brother Abang, it's been a long time since we last met. How has everything been going in Tushan these years?"
Ximen Tianyu responded with a smile, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart. Although time has passed, the care from an old friend still made him feel warm.
Upon hearing this, Ah Bang smiled proudly, "Everything is fine in Tushan. Ever since Master Honghong showed up a few years ago, both the demon world and the human world have shown some respect to Tushan. No one dares to attack us easily."
He paused, and then continued, "Moreover, with the gradual implementation of peace between humans and demons, more and more lovers choose to come to Tushan and seek our help. Although our work is busy, it is all worth it to see that they can finally be together happily."
Ximen Tianyu listened to Ah Bang's story and felt gratified for the prosperity and harmony of Tushan. He looked up into the distance and the familiar Tushan Palace seemed to be waving to him, leading him to the warm place in his memory.
"I'll go and inform Miss Yaya and Miss Rongrong right away. They will definitely be very happy to know that you're back."
A Bang also saw the direction Ximen Tianyu was looking at, and immediately said so.
"It's okay! Just let me go find them alone. I want to give them a surprise!"
Ximen Tianyu smiled and shook his head, his eyes flashing with expectation and tenderness.
Seeing this, Ah Bang said nothing more, but patted Ximen Tianyu on the shoulder and said with a smile: "Okay, then I won't bother you. But remember not to get lost, Tushan has changed a lot in the past few years."
"Don't worry, Brother Bang. I've only been away for less than three years. I shouldn't be too unfamiliar with the road."
Ximen Tianyu responded with a smile, then turned and set foot on the path leading to the center of Tushan.
As he went deeper and deeper into the heart of Tushan, the surrounding scenery became more and more familiar. The trees and streams that he had played with seemed to be welcoming his return.
He took a deep breath. Here, Ximen Tianyu finally felt the long-lost peace and sense of belonging.
Passing through the dense bamboo forest and winding paths, Ximen Tianyu finally arrived at the familiar library. This was the place where he had stopped countless times. In his memory, Tushan Rongrong often worked here, and he often came here to find her and discuss some decisions together.
The door of the library was gently pushed open, and a faint scent of books wafted into his nose, mixed with the familiar scent of ink and wood, which instantly calmed Ximen Tianyu's mind. He looked around and found that although the furnishings here were still simple and elegant, there were more modern decorations in the details. It was obvious that while retaining tradition, new elements were also incorporated.
(End of this chapter)