My Taoist buddy has practiced surrogacy

Chapter 1430 Power
Upon seeing this, Chen Mo turned pale with fright and quickly took her to the hospital.

After a doctor's examination, Ling Xue was diagnosed with nasal mucosal fragility caused by long-term stress. The doctor said to her seriously, "You can't keep pushing yourself like this. Your health is the foundation of everything."

Ling Xue lay in the hospital bed, filled with guilt. She felt she had worried Chen Mo and had delayed his exam preparation time. Looking at her remorseful expression, Chen Mo said with heartache, "Silly girl, you can only continue pursuing your dreams once you're healthy."

To help Ling Xue relax, Chen Mo took her to the rooftop. The rooftop was a bit chilly at night. Chen Mo wrapped his coat around Ling Xue and pointed to the city lights, saying, "Every light has someone carrying it; you're not fighting alone. I'll always be there to support you."

Ling Xue leaned against Chen Mo's chest, feeling his warmth and filled with strength. However, fate seemed unwilling to let her go. Not long after, the landlord suddenly came to the door, saying he wanted to raise the rent.

Ling Xue and Chen Mo were both stunned. Their monthly salaries were already meager, and a rent increase would put even more pressure on their finances. Ling Xue hesitated for a moment, then ran back to her room, took out her savings, and said to the landlord, "Uncle, could you give me a couple of days' grace? I'll try to scrape together the money."

The landlord glanced at her, said nothing, and turned to leave. Seeing Ling Xue's actions, Chen Mo felt both moved and guilty. He secretly vowed to work hard and earn money so that Ling Xue could have a better life.

Just as Ling Xue and Chen Mo were worrying about rent, Ling Xue received a special gift. She shared her exam preparation experience online during a live stream, unexpectedly attracting a lot of attention. Some viewers tipped her, and others sent her encouraging gifts.

Among them, an anonymous user named "Kung Fu Lucky Koi" frequently tipped her and left a message saying, "Don't let your future self despise your current cowardice." Ling Xue was deeply moved when she saw these messages. She turned this encouragement into motivation and studied even harder.

To save money, Chen Mo secretly took on freelance computer repair jobs. He returned home late at night, exhausted and with a sore back. But seeing Ling Xue studying so hard, he felt it was all worth it.

One day, while repairing a computer, Chen Mo discovered a hidden file. He opened it and found it contained past years' interview questions from a certain city. Excitedly, he showed the file to Ling Xue, saying, "Honey, look what I brought you back!"

Ling Xue's eyes lit up when she saw the document. She exclaimed excitedly, "This is wonderful! This is so important to me!" With these practice questions, she could better understand the exam content and improve her test-taking skills.

As the exam date approached, Ling Xue grew increasingly nervous. Chen Mo noticed her anxiety and decided to accompany her for a full-fledged mock interview.

Chen Mo, disguised as an examiner, asked seriously, "What is your opinion on the phenomenon of 'lying flat' at the grassroots level?" Ling Xue took a deep breath, about to answer, but was interrupted by a cushion that Chen Mo suddenly threw at her. Embroidered on the cushion was the words, "Don't panic, my good-for-nothing is the best."

Ling Xue looked at the cushion and couldn't help but laugh. The tense atmosphere immediately eased. She readjusted herself and answered the questions seriously. Chen Mo nodded after listening, offering her some advice and encouragement.

Finally, the day of the exam arrived. Ling Xue, wearing the clothes Chen Mo had chosen for her, confidently walked into the examination hall. Her face beamed with a confident smile, and her heart was filled with anticipation for the future.

Chen Mo waited anxiously outside the examination hall. He kept checking his watch, silently praying that Ling Xue would achieve good results.

After the exam, Ling Xue felt she had done quite well. She and Chen Mo returned to their rented apartment together, waiting for the results to be announced.

During those days, Ling Xue was extremely nervous. She spent every day in front of the computer, refreshing the results page. Chen Mo silently stayed by her side, cheering her on.

Finally, the results were announced. Ling Xue was admitted with excellent grades. She jumped up excitedly, and her cheers echoed in the small rented room. Chen Mo was also happy for her. He hugged Ling Xue tightly and said, "Baby, you're amazing! You've achieved your dream."

However, behind the happiness lurked a touch of sadness at parting. Ling Xue was assigned to a remote, grassroots post, while Chen Mo's work was in the same area. They faced the challenge of being in different places.

On the day Ling Xue was to report to the grassroots level, Chen Mo got up early to pack her luggage. He filled her suitcase to the brim with Ling Xue's daily necessities and favorite snacks.

The train station was bustling with people. Ling Xue and Chen Mo stood on the platform, their hands clasped tightly together. The announcement of a train arriving came over the loudspeaker, signaling the imminent moment of parting.

Chen Mo suddenly knelt on one knee, took out a ring from his pocket, and said affectionately, "Marry me, let me end your wandering." Ling Xue looked at Chen Mo, tears glistening in her eyes. She nodded and said, "I do."

A gasp and applause erupted from the surrounding crowd. In this world full of uncertainty, they had built a warm nest for themselves and each other with love and commitment.

Ling Xue boarded a train bound for the grassroots level, beginning a new job and life. Although the work was tough, she never forgot her original aspirations. She worked diligently, doing practical things for the local people, and won their recognition and respect.

Meanwhile, Chen Mo continued to work hard in his original city. He would video call Ling Xue every day, sharing snippets of their lives. Although they were in different places, their hearts were always closely connected.

Years later, Ling Xue excelled at work and received a promotion. She was transferred back to her original city and reunited with Chen Mo. Their wedding was simple yet warm, and they entered the hall of marriage with the blessings of family and friends.

From then on, they settled down in this city, building their little family together. Those days studying for exams in their rented apartment became some of the most precious memories of their lives. They knew that as long as they loved and supported each other, they could overcome any difficulties and challenges they faced and move towards a happy future.

In the dead of night, deep within the dense forests of Miao territory, moonlight was fragmented by the branches and leaves, scattering across the damp ground. Zhou Xing, dressed in a black robe, crept into this dangerous place, his gaze cold and stern, a dagger gripped tightly in his hand, as he pursued a precious spirit beast.

Suddenly, a figure flashed past in front of him—it was a woman. Dressed in white and carrying a long sword, she stood out conspicuously in the dense forest. Zhou Xing was startled and stopped, watching her warily.

"Who are you? Why are you here?" Zhou Xing asked coldly.

Ling Xue turned around, her eyes clear and firm. She drew her longsword, pointed it at Zhou Xing, and said, "I am Ling Xue, a sword cultivator, sent by my sect to eliminate evil in Miao territory. You are filled with demonic energy, so you are probably not a good person either. Today, I will act on behalf of Heaven."

Zhou Xing sneered, "Miss, you've misunderstood. I am the Holy Son of Miao Jiang, not some demon. If you know what's good for you, leave now, or don't blame me for being ruthless."

Before he could finish speaking, Zhou Xing flashed forward, instantly appearing before Ling Xue, his dagger aimed straight for her throat. Ling Xue, undeterred, dodged to the side and swung her sword to meet the attack. The two clashed instantly, sword shadows and blade flashing in the moonlight.

In the midst of the fierce battle, Zhou Xingxiu's natal Gu worm accidentally fell from his sleeve. This Gu worm was something he had cultivated for many years, and it was connected to his lifeblood. Ling Xue reacted quickly, stepping on the Gu worm and then slashing down with her sword, cutting it in two.

After the Gu worm was killed, it let out a sharp hiss and then turned into a wisp of black smoke and dissipated. Zhou Xing felt a sharp pain in his heart, and a mouthful of blood rushed to his throat. He forced it down, and his face turned as pale as paper.

Ling Xue looked at the remains of the Gu worms on the ground, feeling somewhat puzzled. But she didn't dwell on it, sheathed her sword, and prepared to leave.

Zhou Xing watched Ling Xue's departing figure, a flash of hatred in his eyes. He gritted his teeth, took out a pill from his pocket and swallowed it, trying to suppress the injuries in his body.

After leaving Miao territory, Ling Xue continued her travels. One day, she arrived at a small town and stayed at an inn. That night, Ling Xue sat in her room when she suddenly felt a burning sensation within her body. She circulated her internal energy to check and discovered that the half-eaten Gu worm had burrowed into her dantian and was beginning to devour her spiritual power.

Ling Xue was greatly alarmed. She tried to use her spiritual power to expel the Gu worms from her body, but to no avail. As time passed, she felt her body growing weaker and weaker, and her spiritual power was constantly draining away.

To replenish her energy, Ling Xue decided to go to the kitchen to find something to eat. She arrived at the kitchen and saw an iron pot with some oil still remaining in it. A thought struck her; she poured the oil into the pot and lit a fire.

Soon, the oil in the pot began to boil. Ling Xue channeled her spiritual power, forcing the Gu worm inside her body to her throat. She suppressed her nausea, spat out the Gu worm, and threw it into the oil pot.

With a sizzle, the Gu worm struggled frantically in the oil, but was quickly fried until golden brown and crispy. Ling Xue looked at the Gu worm in the oil and breathed a sigh of relief. She picked up the Gu worm with her chopsticks, dipped it in some salt and pepper, and put it in her mouth to chew.

"Hmph, daring to cause trouble inside me, this is what you'll get," Ling Xue said while eating.

However, what she didn't know was that this Gu worm was connected to Zhou Xing's lifeblood. Her act of eating the Gu worm was sensed by Zhou Xing, who was far away in Miao territory.

Zhou Xing was healing his wounds in the palace in Miao territory when he suddenly felt a sharp pain. He spat out a mouthful of blood, and his face turned even more pale.

"Who on earth dares to harm me like this!" Zhou Xing roared angrily. He used the Gu worms' senses to pinpoint Ling Xue's location.

Ignoring his injuries, Zhou Xing immediately set off for Ling Xue's location. He traveled day and night and finally found Ling Xue in a small town.

At this moment, Ling Xue was resting in her room at the inn. Suddenly, she sensed a powerful aura approaching. She got up alertly, stepped out of the room, and saw a man in black robes standing in the courtyard.

“It’s you! Zhou Xing, the Holy Son of Miao Jiang.” Ling Xue recognized Zhou Xing and was startled.

Zhou Xing stared at Ling Xue, his eyes filled with hatred. He said coldly, "You're the one who ate my natal Gu, and today I will make you pay for your debt in blood."

As he spoke, Zhou Xing formed hand seals, controlling the surrounding poisonous insects to attack Ling Xue. In an instant, poisonous insects swarmed everywhere, rushing towards Ling Xue.

Ling Xue quickly drew her longsword, brandishing it with flourishes to defend against the poisonous insects' attacks. But the insects multiplied, and she gradually found herself unable to hold them off.

Just as Ling Xue was in trouble, she suddenly remembered that she still had half a Gu worm inside her. She tried to communicate with the Gu worm, and a miracle happened: she was able to control the Gu worm.

Ling Xue's heart stirred, and she manipulated the Gu worms to attack the surrounding poisonous insects. The poisonous insects attacked each other, instantly creating chaos.

Zhou Xing was taken aback by Ling Xue's ability to control the Gu worms. However, he quickly calmed down and increased his control over the venomous insects.

In the fierce battle, both Ling Xue and Zhou Xing were injured. Ling Xue was bitten on the left shoulder by a poisonous insect, and blood flowed freely. Zhou Xing was also cut on the chest by Ling Xue's sword, and his clothes were stained red with blood.

The two faced off, the atmosphere extremely tense.

After a fierce battle, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing were both exhausted. They returned to their rooms to heal and recover.

During her healing process, Ling Xue found her feelings for Zhou Xing to be somewhat complicated. On one hand, Zhou Xing was the Holy Son of Miao Jiang, and thus opposed to her; on the other hand, they also shared a certain tacit understanding during their battles.

Meanwhile, Zhou Xing was also contemplating his own feelings. He had initially been filled with hatred for Ling Xue, but in his encounters with her, he discovered that she wasn't as evil as he had imagined. She had her own beliefs and principles, which made Zhou Xing develop a slight liking for her.

A few days later, Zhou Xing's injuries had mostly healed. He decided to launch another attack on Ling Xue to reclaim his emotions and dignity.

Zhou Xing arrived outside Ling Xue's room and knocked on the door. Ling Xue opened the door and was startled to see Zhou Xing.

"What are you doing here again?" Ling Xue asked.

Zhou Xing looked at Ling Xue and said, "Today I have come to take your life. However, before I kill you, I want to make it clear to you that you have eaten my life-bound Gu, and this enmity is irreconcilable."

Ling Xue sneered, "Then try it. But I won't hold back this time."

With that, Ling Xue drew her longsword and clashed with Zhou Xing once more. This time, their battle was even more intense, with sword shadows and blade flashes constantly.

During the battle, Zhou Xing deliberately created an opening, allowing Ling Xue to wound him. Ling Xue looked at the injured Zhou Xing and felt a pang of pity.

"Why didn't you fight back?" Ling Xue asked.

Zhou Xing looked at Ling Xue and said affectionately, "Because I don't want to kill you. From the first moment I saw you, I had a special feeling for you. Although we are on opposing sides, I am involuntarily attracted to you."

Ling Xue was deeply moved by Zhou Xing's words. She looked at him and said, "Actually, I also have some feelings for you. But our identities and positions..."

Zhou Xing interrupted her, "I know it's difficult, but I'm willing to give up everything for you. As long as you're willing to be with me."

Ling Xue hesitated for a moment, then finally nodded. From that moment on, the two of them decided to put aside their differences in status and position and stay together.

News of Ling Xue and Zhou Xing's relationship quickly spread throughout the martial arts world. The Miao people, upon learning that the Holy Son was in love with a Han swordsman, expressed their anger and dissatisfaction.

The high priest summoned the clan elders to discuss the matter. They believed that Ling Xue, being Han Chinese, would violate the rules and traditions of the Miao region by falling in love with the holy son. Therefore, they decided to punish Zhou Xing and Ling Xue.

Zhou Xing's father was also enraged. He believed that as the holy son of Miao territory, Zhou Xing should prioritize the interests of Miao territory.