HLnovel Chapter 100 Revealing the Truth (Part 1)
Chapter 100 Revealing the Truth (Part 1)
Back in their tent, the others tacitly refrained from asking any questions, acting as if nothing had happened. They each found a spot to sit cross-legged and quietly entered a meditative state. The atmosphere inside the tent was peaceful and tranquil, with only the faint sound of the wind and fluctuations of magical energy.
However, this rare tranquility failed to affect Chu Qiuchi. She sat in a corner, trying to calm her mind and cultivate, but repeatedly failed to concentrate. This was the first time she had been so absent-minded during cultivation.
She knew that speaking out about this would unleash a torrent of fate, bringing unpredictable consequences.
Although she knew in her heart that these companions were trustworthy and worthy of her trust, she still couldn't shake off her unease.
Lost in thought, her hands unconsciously clenched, her fingertips tightening slightly. The silence within the tent was like an invisible net, enveloping her and making her feel increasingly suffocated. The thought of cultivation had long been cast aside, but the taut string in her heart was stretched tighter and tighter.
Finally, night fell. After seeing Ao Nanxi off, Chu Qiuchi took a deep breath, cleared his mind, and solemnly addressed the crowd: "Friends, I have something very important that I need your help with."
Her tone was more serious than ever before, instantly making the atmosphere heavy. Everyone was taken aback, clearly not used to her attitude.
Puyang Minghui, being the most naive, was the first to break the silence. She looked up, her face bearing her usual smile, her eyes full of trust: "What is it? Just tell us! We'll definitely help you!"
Although Nalan Xingyao didn't speak, her gaze was firmly fixed on Chu Qiuchi. Her expression was focused, and her brows were slightly furrowed, clearly waiting for what would happen next.
Meanwhile, Ji Moyu, who was always taciturn, maintained his aloof demeanor. He didn't speak, but a thoughtful look flashed in his lowered eyes, as if he had already sensed something.
In contrast, Chu Yichen appeared the most relaxed. He leaned back lazily in his chair, a faint smile playing on his lips. After all, he already knew what Chu Qiuchi wanted to say, and he trusted that his friends wouldn't disappoint his sister.
Chu Qiuchi glanced at everyone's reactions, a complex mix of emotions welling up inside her. She could feel their trust and support, which eased her anxiety somewhat.
She clenched her fists, her knuckles turning slightly white, and took a deep breath, as if making a firm decision. Then, she solemnly said, "This matter needs to be kept absolutely secret. If it is exposed, my life may be in danger, and it may even implicate you, putting you in danger as well."
Her voice was exceptionally clear in the quiet of the night, each word like a heavy stone striking everyone's heart. She paused, her gaze sweeping across each person's face, as if testing their reactions, or perhaps encouraging herself.
“This is no small matter!” Her tone lowered, but became more resolute. “The consequences could be beyond your imagination. So, before I speak—if you have any concerns, speak now. Don’t force yourself, and I will not blame anyone for it.”
A sudden silence fell over the tent, broken only by her rapid breathing and the rustling of the wind through the tent flaps. Her gaze swept across everyone's faces, her heart churning with anxiety like molten lava. She wasn't sure about their choices, but she knew even more clearly that these things had to be made clear before they were spoken.
Puyang Minghui was the first to break the silence. She blinked, looking a little nervous, but still wearing that innocent smile, and said without hesitation, "Qiuchi, why are you making such a scary statement! Whatever it is, we're friends. What's there to worry about between friends? Just tell us, we'll definitely help you!"
Nalan Xingyao nodded slightly, her clear, cool voice carrying a firm tone: "Go ahead and speak, we're all listening."
Although Ji Moyu remained silent, his eyes became even more profound, which could be considered as tacit agreement with her words.
Chu Yichen chuckled lightly, his tone relaxed: "Sister, stop beating around the bush. The fact that we're standing here already gives you the answer."
Chu Qiuchi was immediately amused by his words, and her tense nerves relaxed a little. She glared at Chu Yichen in annoyance, "Shut up, don't ruin the atmosphere I've worked so hard to create!"
Puyang Minghui chuckled and covered her mouth, saying, "Yichen, stop causing trouble. This is a rare occasion when Qiuchi is taking things so seriously!"
Chu Yichen shrugged, spread his hands, and looked innocent: "Okay, okay, I'll shut up. Sis, you can continue. We're all listening."
Chu Qiuchi shook his head helplessly, but the originally serious atmosphere was greatly relaxed because of this interlude.
She took a deep breath, composed herself, and looked solemnly at everyone, saying in a voice that only a few could hear, "You all know that starting with our class, the magic academy in the capital city established a seed class, right?"
The group nodded in agreement. Of course they knew about this; the establishment of the Seed Class had caused quite a stir in the entire capital and even the entire Magic Continent.
Puyang Minghui couldn't help but chime in, "Yes, the Seed Class gathers all the genius magicians, and the entire empire's attention is focused on it."
Chu Qiuchi nodded, paused slightly, and his gaze became even more profound, as if he was considering how to reveal the secret in his heart.
She took a deep breath, her gaze sharpened, and she uttered a startling statement: "But do you know? The real reason for the establishment of the Seed Class has never been known to the outside world. And now, I can tell you—the biggest reason for this is because of me."
These words were like a thunderclap, exploding in the tent and instantly shattering the silence.
Puyang Minghui's eyes widened, her face filled with disbelief: "What? Because of you? Qiu Chi, really?! How is this possible?"
Nalan Xingyao's eyes sharpened, and her brows furrowed slightly. She didn't rush to speak, but her sharp gaze remained fixed on Chu Qiuchi, as if waiting for a more detailed explanation.
Although Ji Moyu remained silent, his brows furrowed slightly as he looked up at Chu Qiuchi, his eyes filled with doubt and scrutiny.
On the contrary, Chu Yichen's expression did not change at all. He simply leaned back lazily in his chair with a faint smile on his lips, clearly indicating that he was already familiar with the inside story.
Puyang Minghui stared with her big, round eyes at Chu Yichen's relaxed expression and couldn't help but ask, "Yichen, you know about this too?"
Chu Yichen lazily raised his eyelids, a mocking smile playing on his lips. He crossed his arms and said slowly, "Of course I know. I'm her brother. If I didn't even know these things, wouldn't I be a complete failure?"
Puyang Minghui pouted and retorted angrily, "Hmph, I knew you two siblings must have a secret!"
She paused, then turned to Chu Qiuchi impatiently, her voice full of urgency, "Qiuchi, what exactly happened? Tell us quickly! Stop keeping us in suspense!"
Looking at Puyang Minghui's impatient appearance and glancing at Chu Yichen's relaxed expression, Chu Qiuchi couldn't help but sigh inwardly, a helpless smile appearing on his face.