Rebirth of the Innkeeper's Wife: She's Not to Be Messed With

Chapter 213 Crystal Core Backlash

All the noise, turmoil, and tension receded quickly like the tide, leaving only a deathly silence.

Huan Yuechu forced herself to stay alert and slowly scanned the crowd that had gathered around her.

She waved her hand gently and said in a hoarse and weak voice, "I...I'm fine, don't worry."

Seeing her like this, although everyone was still worried, they were somewhat relieved by her determined expression.

Just as everyone turned to leave this devastated and chaotic place, a sudden change occurred!

Without warning, Huan Yuechu swayed, and suddenly felt dizzy, with stars flashing before her eyes.

Her heart sank, and she realized that the situation was far worse than she had imagined.

It turned out that the enormous energy expended in forcibly fusing the crystal core, coupled with the final, desperate strike, had already caused an unbearable backlash to her body.

She used all her strength to hold on, trying her best to keep standing.

But the incredibly heavy body seemed to be out of control, its legs trembling incessantly as if all strength had been drained from them, so weak that they could barely support the entire body.

Just then, Yu Chen, who had been watching her closely, keenly noticed her unusual condition.

Without hesitation, he quickly stepped forward and reached out his hands to firmly support her as she swayed precariously.

Seeing this, the surrounding children gathered around, asking with concern what had happened.

However, faced with everyone's anxious gazes and a barrage of questions.

Huan Yuechu simply shook her head slightly, her face as pale as paper and her breath weak, indicating that she didn't know the specifics either.

Yu Chen carefully helped Huan Yuechu to sit down and then began to carefully examine her physical condition.

After carefully examining the situation, his expression gradually became serious, and he slowly began to speak.

"This is because you have over-consumed your spiritual energy and have also suffered a strong backlash from the crystal core."

"This condition is extremely dangerous. If we don't take timely measures to recuperate and recover, the consequences will be unimaginable!"

"Therefore, you must find a quiet and comfortable place to rest and recuperate as soon as possible."

Upon hearing this, a hint of stubbornness and resentment flashed in Huan Yuechu's eyes, and she said in a low voice.

"But... I still have important things to do."

Although the voice was not loud, the determination it conveyed was obvious.

Yu Chen frowned, looked at her with a hint of reproach, and said in a serious tone.

"Look at the state you've become! How are you supposed to do anything? Even if you force yourself to, you'll only make things worse!"

His words revealed deep concern.

Huan Yuechu bit her lip, seemingly wanting to refute something, but ultimately held back.

After a while, she took a deep breath, struggled to lift her head, and said with a determined look in her eyes.

"I came here with a heavy mission—to find the sacred artifact to save the Jade Dragon Sect. Time is of the essence, and there is no room for delay!"

Upon hearing these words, everyone looked at each other in bewilderment, unsure of what to do.

Yu Chen stared silently at Huan Yuechu's face, which was slightly distorted by pain, and was momentarily lost in thought.

Her delicate features were now tightly scrunched up in pain, and her once bright, star-like eyes had lost their luster, appearing dull and lifeless.

Yu Chen stood there quietly, his gaze as calm as a deep lake, without a ripple, but beneath that calm lay a torrent of thoughts.

All sorts of thoughts flashed through his mind like lightning, each one like a shooting star streaking across the dark night sky, brief yet dazzling.

Time seemed to freeze at that moment, and everything around became blurred, except for Yu Chen and the thoughts in his mind.

He was so engrossed in his thoughts that his perception of the outside world gradually diminished, as if the whole world consisted only of him and the ideas in his mind.

After a while, Yu Chen's body trembled slightly, like someone who had been asleep for a long time suddenly waking up.

He took a deep breath, the breath like a clear spring flowing into parched land, which eased his tense nerves a little.

Then, he slowly opened his mouth and spoke in a deep and firm voice.

"The remnant soul of the demon god is dead, which means that the great crisis facing the Jade Dragon Sect is gradually being resolved."

"Therefore, the most important thing for you right now is to focus on recovering from your injury and not to rush things."

Upon hearing this, Huan Yuechu felt that it made sense, but she still hesitated.

She looked at her companions, hoping to get their support or advice.

At this moment, Su Jinyan stepped forward and said, "Chu'er, Yu Chen is right. You are indeed in a condition where you can no longer travel around."

“We can send someone back to the sect to inform everyone that the remnant soul of the demon god is dead, to stabilize the morale of the sect, and at the same time, you can recuperate.”

The other partners nodded in agreement.

Huan Yuechu glanced at everyone and knew she was powerless to refute them.

She nodded helplessly, "Okay, let's go back first then."

Just as Huan Yuechu finished speaking, a petite and exquisite figure suddenly appeared.

"It's the Shattered Spirit Pearl," she said in a clear, bright voice, blinking her large, expressive eyes.

"If you're really worried, then I'll go make the trip myself! I'm going home anyway." She patted her chest as she spoke, looking confident.

Upon hearing what the Shattered Spirit Pearl said, Huan Yuechu looked at her with some hesitation.

She knew very well that although the Broken Spirit Pearl was clever and resourceful.

But he still has the body of a child, and is still young.

Yu Chen seemed to sense Huan Yuechu's concerns, and he smiled slightly, gently comforting her.

"This little girl is quite capable, and she knows this road very well. She will definitely be able to complete the mission smoothly."

Hearing Yu Chen's words, Huan Yuechu's expression softened slightly.

However, he still reminded the Broken Spirit Pearl to be extra careful and never to be careless.

The shattered spirit pearl bounced merrily, its lively light shimmering within, and it playfully raised its little hand like a mischievous child.

He gave a slightly awkward but sincere salute to the crowd, and then impatiently transformed into a streak of light, disappearing into the distance in an instant.

"Now that the problem has been solved, our immediate priority is to escort you to a relatively safe place nearby so that you can rest and recover in peace."

"Once you've regained some strength, we'll go back together."