My Taoist buddy has practiced surrogacy

Chapter 1063 Doubt

In the journey of ascending to the Haoqing Sect, Senior Sister Ling Xue and Junior Brother Zhou Xing embarked on a journey to challenge eighty-one difficult levels. However, they never expected that the sixty-eighth level would be so strange.

In this level, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing are transformed into a blue snow flower and a bayberry tree by mysterious power. The deep blue blue snow flower and the bayberry tree full of red fruits, these two seemingly ordinary plants, contain great power.

The end of the world is coming, the world becomes dark and disordered, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing also cannot escape the bad luck, suffering from the unknown radiation, and become mutant plants. The petals of the blue snow flower become more crystal clear, emitting a faint light, like a guiding light in the dark night; while the bayberry tree grows taller and more powerful, and the fruit hides a powerful energy.

In this mutated world, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing's lives have changed dramatically. They are no longer free-moving cultivators, but are bound to a barren land by roots. Their daily lives have become a struggle against extreme weather and mutated creatures.

Every day, they need to absorb the scarce spiritual energy and polluted water around them to maintain their lives. The blue snowflakes sway in the breeze, and her petals sway gently, as if telling a silent sorrow. The bayberry tree uses its huge fruits to attract those ignorant mutant creatures and repel them with the power hidden in the fruit.

Although life became difficult, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing did not give up. They learned how to use their new abilities after mutation. The light of blue snowflakes became a signal at night, attracting those creatures who still maintained their sanity; the fruit of the bayberry tree became their weapon to resist foreign enemies.

In this barren land, they snuggled up to each other and faced the challenges of the end of the world together. Their existence seemed to have become a bright spot in this end of the world, bringing a glimmer of life to this dead land.

In the 67th tribulation, Senior Sister Ling Xue and Junior Brother Zhou Xing were transformed into a trumpet creeper and a ginkgo tree. They soon faced the end of the world.

The sun shines through the dense clouds and shines on the earth. Trumpet creepers and ginkgo trees stand quietly on the desolate land. The petals of the trumpet creeper bloom like flames, exuding a faint fragrance. Her branches are soft and powerful, swaying in the wind, as if showing her beauty to the world.

The ginkgo tree is taller and more upright, with luxuriant branches and leaves, and golden leaves glittering in the sun. Its trunk is thick and hard, like an unyielding pillar, supporting the whole life.

The coming of the end of the world makes the whole world silent, with only the sound of the wind whistling past my ears. The trumpet creeper and the ginkgo tree are leaning against each other, their roots intertwined, conveying the warmth of life to each other.

Every morning, when the sun rises, the trumpet creeper will open its petals to welcome the first ray of sunshine. It will absorb the energy of the sun and transform it into its own vitality. The ginkgo tree will stretch out its branches and leaves to welcome the fresh air and the moisture of rain.

During the day, they would appreciate the changes in the sky and observe the shapes of the clouds. They would listen to the birds singing and feel the beauty of nature. At night, they would look up at the stars and look for each other.

Despite the test of the end of the world, the trumpet creeper and ginkgo tree are still growing strong. They believe that as long as there is love and hope in their hearts, they can overcome all difficulties. They silently guard this land and look forward to rebirth in the future.

Days like this passed one after another. Although the lives of Trumpet Creeper and Ginkgo Tree were simple, they were full of tenacity and hope. They believed that as long as they kept persisting, one day, the end of the world would pass, and they would return to their human identities and continue their spiritual practice.

It taught them responsibility, patience and meticulousness. As the wheels rolled forward, their cultivation was also improved unconsciously.

Ling Xue is famous for her ability to cook. Her daily work includes planning menus, selecting the best ingredients, mentoring young chefs, and creating unforgettable dining experiences. Ling Xue's kitchen is a place full of energy and creativity, with silver kitchen utensils shining and neatly arranged spice bottles emitting charming aromas, and she always maintains elegance and focus in her busyness.

In the journey of ascending to the Haoqing Sect, Senior Sister Ling Xue and Junior Brother Zhou Xing have gone through countless hardships and dangers together. However, when they came to the 68th level, everything became unprecedentedly abnormal. Their figures suddenly disappeared, and in their place was a graceful blue snow flower and a vigorous bayberry tree.

This mysterious world seemed to be shrouded in the shadow of the end of the world. The sky was gray, the earth was cracked, and life was dying. The plants that Ling Xue and Zhou Xing transformed into looked particularly abrupt in this desolate environment. They were no longer cultivators, unable to use their immortal powers, and could only survive in the form of plants.

Ling Xue transformed into a blue snow flower, which bloomed on the barren land. Her petals were as blue as the sky, bringing a ray of life to this dead world. Her growth environment was extremely difficult, lacking sufficient water and nutrients, but she still stubbornly bloomed with beauty. Zhou Xingze turned into a bayberry tree, with twisted and thick branches, deeply rooted in the dry and cracked soil, and dense branches and leaves, providing Ling Xue with a precious green shade.

In this apocalypse, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing live a life isolated from the world. Every day, they feel the warmth of the sun, share the sparse rain and dew, snuggle up to each other, and face the wind, frost, rain and snow together. During the day, they sway gently with the breeze, as if they are communicating their thoughts; at night, they accompany each other quietly under the moonlight.

However, the challenges of the end of the world were not what they expected. The emergence of mutant creatures made the world more dangerous. Ling Xue and Zhou Xing had to be vigilant at all times. Their bodies turned into plants, but their minds remained clear. They began to learn how to use the instincts of plants, capture every bit of nutrients, and strive to grow, hoping to resist external threats.

During this special journey, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing's souls were tempered. They cherished each other's company even more, and learned to feel the world with the heart of plants and experience the different aspects of life. Their roots were deeply intertwined, and their branches and leaves embraced each other, becoming the most moving scenery in this apocalypse.

After going through eighty-one tribulations, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing finally had the opportunity to ascend. Their bodies gradually returned to human form, but the days of living together as plants were forever engraved in their memories. With this unique experience, they embarked on a higher immortal path, full of expectations for the future and deep attachment to each other. Zhou Xing works as a chef at a luxury hotel in Shanghai, China. He is good at combining traditional Chinese cuisine with modern cooking techniques to create dishes that are both delicious and visually impactful. His working environment is full of oriental elements, from exquisite porcelain to elegant calligraphy decorations, all of which reflect the essence of Chinese culture. Zhou Xing's daily life includes researching new cooking methods, training teams, and providing customized catering services for high-end customers.

In the preparation process for the International Chef Competition, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing invested a lot of time and energy. They each repeatedly tested new recipes in the kitchen, pursuing the perfect taste and presentation. Despite the huge pressure and fierce competition, both of them showed great professionalism and love for food.

As the competition day approached, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing gradually got to know each other through social media and industry events. They admired each other's talent and passion for cooking, and eventually met at the competition in Shanghai. There, they fought side by side and overcame language and cultural differences, as well as the high temperature and intense rhythm in the kitchen. Their cooperation not only won praise in the competition, but also forged a deep friendship between them.

In the 65th level of Ascension, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing were given new identities and challenges. Ling Xue became the owner of an old spicy hot pot shop deep in the alley, while Zhou Xing was the owner of a newly opened Northeastern barbecue restaurant across the street. The competition between the two shops became part of their tribulation.

Ling Xue's spicy hot pot restaurant was originally doing a booming business. Her skills were passed down from several generations of her family. The rich soup base and fresh ingredients attracted many loyal customers. However, since Zhou Xing's barbecue restaurant opened, the situation began to change.

Zhou Xing's barbecue restaurant has a novel decoration, bright lights, and the aroma of barbecued skewers, which quickly attracted a large number of diners. His barbecue skills are also extraordinary. The grilled skewers are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the seasoning is unique, which makes people have an endless aftertaste.

Every morning, Ling Xue would come to her Malatang restaurant early to clean and prepare ingredients. She always wore a simple apron, her hair was casually tied into a ponytail, and she had a faint smile on her face. Although her business was affected, she still insisted on making every bowl of Malatang carefully.

Zhou Xing, who lives opposite, is also a diligent person. He always personally selects ingredients to ensure that everything is fresh. The entrance of his shop is often crowded with customers waiting to taste the food.

In the sixty-sixth tribulation of ascension, Senior Sister Ling Xue and Junior Brother Zhou Xing were arranged to become two train ticket inspectors, which was another test they faced together.

Every morning, when the first ray of sunlight shines into the small conductor dormitory, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing begin their busy day. Ling Xue is a careful and rigorous person. She always prepares the necessary work items in advance and ensures that everything is in its proper place. Zhou Xing is more easy-going. He often chats with Ling Xue about daily trivial matters while tidying up, trying to find a little fun in the ordinary work.

The platform was sparsely populated in the early morning, with only a few cleaners busy at work. Ling Xue and Zhou Xing were dressed in neat uniforms, shouldering their responsibilities as they walked to their respective posts. Ling Xue was in charge of the passengers in the first-class carriage, while Zhou Xing shuttled between the second-class carriages.

"Please prepare your tickets, passengers." Ling Xue's voice was clear and firm as she checked the tickets of the passengers one by one at the door of the carriage. She always kept a polite smile on her face, and even when facing some impatient or rude passengers, she could always stay calm and resolve the awkward situation with her gentle words.

In the journey of ascending to the Haoqing Sect, Senior Sister Ling Xue and Junior Brother Zhou Xing went through countless difficulties together, but faced an unprecedented challenge at the 68th level. They transformed into a blue snow flower and a bayberry tree, and in the end of the world, they became mutant plants and began their unusual daily life in the end of the world.

In this world of tribulation, the spiritual energy of heaven and earth is disordered and the environment is harsh. Ling Xue and Zhou Xing have lost their previous cultivation and can only survive in the form of plants. Ling Xue turned into a blue snow flower, which is extremely beautiful. The blue petals shine with crystal light in the sun, like a touch of comfort in the end of the world. Zhou Xing turned into a bayberry tree, with a thick trunk, lush branches and leaves, and abundant fruits, providing shade for Ling Xue to survive.

In this desolate apocalypse, they depend on each other. Every morning, when the first ray of sunlight penetrates the thick dust and shines on Ling Xue's petals, she absorbs the weak light and performs photosynthesis. Zhou Xing uses his deep roots to absorb the scarce water and nutrients underground to support the lives of both of them.

During the day, they would witness the desolation of the apocalypse, abandoned cities, wandering mutant beasts, and the occasional survivors struggling for life and death. Ling Xue and Zhou Xing were speechless and could only watch quietly, feeling the changes in the world in their own way.

When night falls, Ling Xue will close her petals and go into a resting state, while Zhou Xing will comfort Ling Xue by swaying the leaves. In this quiet night, they seem to be able to hear each other's heartbeats and feel each other's warmth.

In a special state of mutation, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing learned a more intimate way of communicating with nature. They were connected through their roots, transmitting information and sharing each other's feelings. Although they were no longer human, their hearts were still closely connected and became each other's most solid support.

They don’t know how long this state will last, nor do they know whether they can successfully get through the next level, but they know that as long as they are together, no matter what challenges they face, they have the courage to face them.

In this challenging apocalyptic environment, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing's life is simple and pure. They cherish every day they spend together. Even as mutant plants, their friendship becomes stronger and stronger, becoming an unforgettable experience, engraved in each other's deep memories.

At the same time, Zhou Xing also met various passengers in the second-class carriage. Some passengers forgot to bring their tickets, while others were in a hurry and couldn't find their tickets. Zhou Xing always patiently helped every passenger. His humor and wit often relieved the tension of passengers, making them feel relaxed and happy at the beginning of the journey.

In the afternoon, the station gradually became lively. Ling Xue and Zhou Xing took turns to work. During the short break, they would share a simple lunch in the lounge and exchange their morning stories. Although the work was boring and repetitive, they could always find fun, and each other's company made the work no longer monotonous.

As night fell, the number of people at the station gradually thinned out. Only then did Ling Xue and Zhou Xing have a chance to calm down, sit in the empty carriage, look out the window at the scene that was hastily receding, and share each other's stories and dreams.