Chinese animation: Starting with Bad Guys

He looked at Honghong with concern.

Honghong put down the file in her hand, a trace of helplessness and worry flashing across her beautiful face:

"Shortly after you left last time, Ya'er went into seclusion alone for one night. After she came out of seclusion, she became like this. Her appearance, demon power, and even her temperament have all undergone earth-shattering changes."

She frowned slightly:

“I asked her, and she only said that she created a high-level Red Thread Fairy spell called ‘Mirror Flower Fate’ during her cultivation, and used it to grow into adulthood. Her demon power also increased by leaps and bounds. But I know that things are not that simple.”

As her older sister, she could sense something important that Ya Ya was forcibly suppressing in her heart.

After hearing Honghong's description, Qin Chuan's guess was confirmed.

Honghong looked at Qin Chuan with a hint of expectation in her eyes:

"You usually joke around with her a lot, so maybe she'll listen to you? Go talk to her."

Tu Shan Rongrong, who had been listening silently the whole time, also raised her head, slightly opening her squinted eyes, and whispered:

"Brother Qin Chuan, go talk to Sister Ya Ya. Rong Rong still prefers the old, noisy, and energetic Sister Ya Ya."

Under the watchful eyes of the two sisters, Qin Chuan nodded, his figure disappearing into the massive trunk of the Bitter Love Tree.

The interior of the Bitter Love Tree is vast, containing boundless emotional power and the aura of reincarnation.

On a platform bathed in soft light, Tu Shan Ya Ya was meditating.

At this moment, she was indeed a completely different person from before.

Her figure was tall and graceful, comparable to Hong Hong's. Her long hair cascaded down like a waterfall, and the chill emanating from her body almost froze the space. Her demonic power was so powerful and pure that it even faintly surpassed that of Tu Shan Hong Hong now!

She sensed Qin Chuan's arrival and slowly opened her eyes.

Those were a pair of clear blue eyes, yet seemingly covered by a layer of millennia-old ice, calm and detached.

She stood up, looked at Qin Chuan, nodded slightly, and said in a polite but unfamiliar tone, "Brother-in-law, you've arrived."

The word "brother-in-law" acted like an invisible barrier, instantly widening the distance between the two.

Qin Chuan looked at her quietly without speaking immediately.

A brief silence fell between the two.

Suddenly, Qin Chuan spoke, bringing up what seemed to be a long-forgotten past:

"Ya Ya, do you remember when you lost a bet to me and still owe me a wager? The loser has to do something for the other person unconditionally."

Ya Ya's eyes flickered slightly, but she quickly regained her composure, her tone remaining indifferent:

"It was just childish play, I was naive back then. However, I, Tu Shan Ya Ya, always keep my word. If my brother-in-law asks for anything, I can do one thing for you. But there's one exception..."

Her tone was resolute: "Unravel the mystery of 'Flowers in the Mirror'."

Qin Chuan shook his head, gazing at her gently:

"I don't want you to unravel the mystery of the Mirror Flower Fate. My request is simple: I just want to hear you call me by my name one more time, like before."

Upon hearing this, a rare hint of confusion flashed in Ya Ya's cold eyes. She frowned slightly, seemingly trying to recall, but ultimately shook her head.

"Before? I don't remember how I used to address my brother-in-law..."

Upon hearing this, Qin Chuan's last remaining doubts vanished.

He was absolutely certain that Ya Ya had used the magical technique "Mirror Flower Fate" to completely freeze all the feelings she had for him that she couldn't properly put aside, along with the related memories and the way she addressed him.

He suddenly took a step forward.

Ya Ya's eyes narrowed, and the chill around her instantly surged. The terrifyingly low temperature of the Absolute Zero Domain was enough to freeze the Demon Emperor instantly!

She instinctively resisted his approach.

However, the extreme cold that was enough to freeze everything melted away silently when it came within three feet of Qin Chuan, as if it had encountered an invisible warm sun, and could not stop him in the slightest.

Under Ya Ya's slightly surprised gaze, Qin Chuan walked straight up to her, reached out, and gently stroked the top of her head.

This action was just like the one he often did when she was still a little girl.

Ya Ya's body stiffened. She tried to break free, but found that she couldn't move at all.

The instant Qin Chuan's hand touched her hair, his consciousness seemed to pierce through layers of ice, revealing an inner world covered by an eternal frozen tundra.

In the heart of that icy plain, a small figure, hugging his knees and burying his face deep in his chest, sat there all alone.

That was the real, original self that Ya Ya herself had frozen away.

Qin Chuan's consciousness materialized into a phantom image, walked to the small figure, squatted down, and softly called out, "Ya Ya."

The little figure trembled suddenly, slowly raised its head, revealing a chubby, innocent face that was exactly the same as before, with red eyes as if it had just been crying.

She looked at Qin Chuan's illusory consciousness, pouted, and uttered that familiar, tearful complaint:

"You stinking Qin Chuan! Who let you in! I'm perfectly fine as I am! You don't need to meddle in my business! Get out!"

Seeing her contradictory expression, Qin Chuan sighed softly, his voice becoming even gentler:

"You've locked yourself in such a cold place, and you're still so stubborn. You clearly want me to come see you, don't you?"

These words seemed to touch the softest spot in Xiaoya's heart.

Her tears, which she had been holding back, suddenly burst forth, large drops rolling down her cheeks. Filled with endless grievance and resentment, she sobbed uncontrollably.

"Waaah... It's all your fault! It's all because of you, you stinky thing! It's all your fault! If I don't freeze myself... do you... do you expect me to fight with my sister for it?!"

She sobbed, her voice filled with pain and self-reproach:

"Even if I'm stupid... even if I'm foolish... I know this is wrong! My sister likes you so much, and you like my sister too... what am I in this situation? In the human world, I'll be called a 'homewrecker'! I don't want that! I don't want my sister to be sad! I don't want you to be in a difficult position! I can only... I can only do this... Waaah..."

Listening to her tearful confession, Qin Chuan's illusory consciousness was filled with pity.

He said softly, "Silly girl... now that things have come to this, does it even matter who is right and who is wrong? As long as we can still live happily and joyfully like before, that's better than anything else, isn't it?"

Xiao Ya Ya's crying gradually subsided. She raised her head, her eyes brimming with tears, and looked at Qin Chuan. A flicker of interest crossed her eyes, but she immediately shook her head violently.

"But...my sister..."

“Honghong knows everything.”

Qin Chuan gently interrupted her:

“We have long been in sync. Being so close, she can clearly perceive everything I see, hear, think, and feel. And vice versa. What I just said to you is exactly what she wanted to say to you.”

"Wh...what?!"

Xiao Ya Ya's eyes widened instantly, she even forgot to cry, and her face turned bright red at a visible speed, as if it were about to steam:

"Sister...sister...she heard everything?! Ahhh! You jerk Qin Chuan! Why didn't you say so sooner! It's so embarrassing! It's all your fault!"

She angrily pounded on Qin Chuan's illusory consciousness, but deep within her icy blue eyes, a hint of relief and peace of mind welled up uncontrollably.

Yeah... as long as my sister doesn't mind, as long as they can still be together like before... nothing else really seems that important...

This thought, like warm sunshine, instantly illuminated her frozen inner world.

Click... Click...

Outside, on the Bitter Love Tree platform.

The invisible yet real ice covering Tu Shan Ya Ya's heart began to crack as she came to terms with her inner peace and acceptance, eventually dissipating completely like shattered glass.

The Romance of the Flowers in the Mirror, Explained.

However, Ya Ya's figure did not revert to that of a little girl; she still maintained a tall and mature physique.

The immense icy demonic power surrounding him not only did not weaken, but instead became more refined and controlled due to the complete perfection and clarity of his mind, even faintly revealing a sense of perfection.

The power of the fox spirit originates from deep affection.

At this moment, she broke free from the shackles of her heart, faced and accepted her true feelings, and her soul and strength truly became one.

She has truly grown up.

Ya Ya's long eyelashes trembled a few times, and she slowly opened her eyes.

The millennia-old icy coldness in those fox eyes had melted away, restoring their former clarity and liveliness, yet they held a touch more maturity and insight, along with an undeniable hint of shyness.

She looked at Qin Chuan, who was so close to her, his hand gently stroking the top of her head. Her face flushed, and she instinctively wanted to glare at him, but in the end, she only muttered under her breath, "...You jerk."

The voice was soft, yet it carried a long-lost, vibrant energy.

Chapter 54 Scumbag?

At the summit of Qingyun Peak, the sea of ​​clouds surged and the rays of the setting sun shone in myriad directions.

This sacred place, usually a place of quiet pursuit of enlightenment, has today gathered almost all the top experts from both the human and demon races.

The heads and elders of the major families of the Dao Alliance, as well as the demon kings and giants of the various factions of the Demon Alliance, all stood solemnly, creating a dignified and respectful atmosphere.

On the high platform, Wang Quan Baye, the leader of the Dao Alliance, and Tu Shan Honghong, the leader of the Demon Alliance, stood on either side, representing the highest authority of their respective races. In their center stood Qin Chuan, dressed in a blue robe, exuding a profound aura.

With the opening of the Southern Kingdom to the outside world, the dawn of peace between humans and demons finally arrived.

Today, witnessed by Qin Chuan, the human and demon races formally forge a peace treaty, discuss and sign a series of epoch-making decrees, and usher in a new era.

All the bigwigs had arrived, and even Fan Yunfei, the number one expert in the Western Regions who was usually elusive, made an exception and stood quietly to the side.

Only the Demon Emperor of Beishan, Shi Kuan, sent his subordinate Great Demon King, Beishan Chicken Lord, along with the Demon Kings of the Seventy-Two Caves of Beishan.

Although it seemed a bit strange, considering Shi Kuan's consistent support for peace, the powerful figures didn't think much of it.

Only Qin Chuan had a subtle, meaningful smile that went unnoticed by anyone.

As the meeting was about to begin, all eyes were on Qin Chuan, awaiting the first speech from this half-teacher and promoter of peace.

However, Qin Chuan did not speak. Instead, he turned his gaze to Fan Yunfei, who seemed somewhat absent-minded, and smiled faintly, saying, "There's no rush for the meeting. It's better to wait until His Highness has dealt with his family matters before we begin."

Everyone, including the demon, was stunned and puzzled.

Just then, a chilling, bone-chilling cold swept through the entire venue without warning!

The temperature dropped sharply, and those with weaker cultivation levels couldn't help but shiver!

At the same time, a blue figure, swift as lightning, broke through the air and arrived, wielding an ice-crystal spear filled with boundless rage and killing intent, aiming straight for Fan Yunfei's face!

Fan Yunfei reacted with lightning speed, the sand around him instantly coalescing into a shield that barely blocked the sudden attack. Upon seeing the attacker's face, he was struck dumb, exclaiming in shock:

"Xue...Xueyang?!"