Legend of Zixia

Chapter 232 Leaving Earth
"Since you have become my disciple, you should have a name." Zixia thought for a moment, her eyes fell on its crystal clear purple fur, and she smiled and said, "How about calling you 'True Purple' Hazelnut?"

The little squirrel was stunned for a moment, its big black gemstone eyes rolled around, as if savoring the name. Then, it nodded vigorously, obviously very satisfied with the new name. It excitedly flapped its fluffy tail, ran to Zixia's feet, and rubbed its head against her boots affectionately, looking very pleasing.

"Okay, Zhen Zi, we're leaving here next. The world outside is big, and there are many unknown secrets waiting for you to explore." Zixia said softly, with a bit of encouragement and expectation in her tone.

Upon hearing this, Zhen Zi immediately jumped to her side, stretched out his two little paws to hold the corner of her clothes, his eyes full of expectation and longing. However, he still looked back at the stone cave and the small stone Buddha, his eyes showing a trace of reluctance. But in the end, he did not take the small stone Buddha away, but chose to leave this opportunity to the next generation. Soon, he cheered up again, shook his big tail, and was obviously full of yearning for the vast world outside.

The group quickly returned to Ye Fan's parents' home. When Ye's parents saw the dragon horse, they were already surprised enough - this majestic divine horse with red flames all over its body completely overturned their perception of "horses". What made them even more stunned was that the palm-sized purple squirrel could actually speak!
"Master, I'm hungry!" Zhen Zi blinked his big eyes and spoke in a baby voice, waving his little paws to indicate his stomach.

The teacup in Ye's mother's hand almost fell to the ground. She opened her mouth wide for a long time and didn't close it: "This... this squirrel can talk?"

Father Ye was also shocked, muttering to himself: "I thought I had seen enough in my life, but I didn't expect to see such a scene..."

Although they already knew that this was a world full of extraordinary power, everything before their eyes completely refreshed their three views.

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As the night fell, the stars were like tiny diamonds scattered all over the deep sky, and the moonlight shone through the window lattice into the house, coating the simple small living room with a layer of soft silver light. Father and mother Ye sat on the sofa with complicated and solemn expressions. After looking at each other, they finally mustered up the courage to speak to their son.

"Xiao Fan," Ye's father's voice was slightly hoarse, with some hesitation and reluctance, but he tried to make his tone sound calm, "Today your mother and I heard them talking about how to return to Beidou. Although we don't understand those profound things, we can guess... that is where you should really go."

Mother Ye took over the conversation, holding the teacup tightly with both hands, her fingertips trembling slightly. She raised her head, her eyes showing both pride and deep attachment: "Son, we may not fully understand what you have been through these years. But seeing how successful you are now, your father and I are really proud of you." Her voice choked for a moment, and then she held back her tears and continued, "But we also understand that Earth is not your home after all. Your world is somewhere farther and bigger."

Father Ye gently patted the back of his wife's hand, turned his head and looked at Ye Fan, his eyes full of love and determination: "Xiao Fan, your mother and I's greatest wish is to see you safe and sound. Now that this wish has been fulfilled, what reason do we have to stop you?"

Mother Ye wiped her eyes and gave a slightly forced smile: "My child, go and pursue your true self! Don't delay your journey because you miss us. No matter where you are, you will always be our son. As long as we know that you are doing well, we will feel at ease."

Ye Fan stood quietly, his chest heaving. He looked at his parents, feeling mixed emotions. He knew that what they said was from the heart, but the sacrifice and fulfillment hidden behind these words made it even harder for him to let go. After a long silence, he nodded slowly and said solemnly: "Dad, Mom, thank you for your understanding. I promise you, I will take good care of myself and come back to see you." "Remember to take good care of Zixia! Bring us a baby next time you come back!"

The wind outside the window gently blew the leaves, making a rustling sound, as if it was bidding farewell to the family with deep affection.

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Ye Fan would not just leave. He knew that his parents' safety was his biggest concern, so before leaving, he swept through almost all the cultivation forces on Earth, paving the way for all possible hidden dangers for his parents. Not only that, he also deliberately left behind several extremely precious treasures, which could effectively avoid any form of deduction and detection, ensuring that no one could spy on their whereabouts.

Zixia also left some of her followers from the Eternal Star Domain on Earth to secretly protect Ye Fan's parents. In addition, she even left her second disciple, the talented little squirrel Song Hazelnut, behind. "This is a huge matter. I don't trust anyone to do it. I just believe you can do it." Zixia said earnestly, mixed with some deception and encouragement.

At first, Song Hazelnut burst into tears when he heard the arrangement, tightly grasping a corner of Zixia's clothes, and refused to let go no matter what. He looked at Zixia with his big wet eyes and begged, "Master, I want to go with you! I also want to see the outside world!" However, after Zixia's patient persuasion, and the fact that the task of "protecting Ye Fan's parents" was given great importance, Song Hazelnut finally wiped away his tears, straightened his chest and took on the important task. After all, he was an existence that cultivated to the secret realm of the Taoist Palace by instinct in the Dharma Ending Age, and he had unlimited potential. Perhaps, staying on Earth this time is the opportunity for him to break through himself.

Even so, when the group was about to set off, Ye Fan couldn't help but look back at the familiar courtyard. His eyes passed through the window lattice and fell on the busy figures of his parents. A complex emotion surged in his heart: reluctance, guilt, but more of a firm belief in the future. He knew that this separation might be many years, but only in this way could he truly protect them.

Having stayed on Earth for nearly two years, this land carries too many memories. However, at this moment, Ye Fan's heart has already flown to the Big Dipper Star Region. He closed his eyes, and the great era when all kings rose together and all races coexisted emerged in his mind. It was an unprecedented glorious era, with strong men competing and geniuses everywhere. The ancient princes gathered together, and even the legendary emperor's son might appear in the world. All of this is just waiting for the opening of the road to immortality.

It is not necessary to think too much to know that the past ten years have been very turbulent for Beidou. Every star is burning, as if the entire universe is on fire. Are the familiar faces still as high-spirited as they were back then? Or have some people fallen in the torrent of time? Thinking of this, Ye Fan couldn't help but sigh slightly.

"Ten years have passed, and perhaps many people have almost forgotten us." Zixia's voice sounded softly, with a hint of emotion. She sat on the back of the dragon horse, her eyes far away, as if she had penetrated the starry sky and saw the prosperous scene of Beidou. There was a faint smile on the corner of her mouth, and she was obviously recalling the past experiences.

Ye Fan smiled and said, "That black dog shouldn't forget us!
"Let's go, Ji Ziyue and the others are probably ready at Mount Tai!"

(End of this chapter)