Chapter 20: Reclaiming the Soul

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Reclaiming a soul fragment might have been difficult for other practitioners of the Mystical Arts, but for Yaoyao, who was naturally attuned to souls, this task was surprisingly simple. Her plump little hand lifted, her fingertips glowing with spiritual energy. She pointed in the direction of the two children lying on the wooden bench and began to draw their souls toward her. Both children were soundly asleep, their bodies marked with Yellow Talismans — symbols of peace and soul-binding. The talismans prevented their souls from resisting and created a stillness necessary for the ritual. These talismans not only stabilized the souls but kept them passive, ensuring no struggles during the process. After all, her goal was to reclaim the lost soul, not destroy it. Every spell and precaution had to be meticulously laid out, careful and exact. “Are we starting now?” Gu Yu asked, his voice tinged with disbelief. The idea of soul exchange was too novel and mysterious for him. Before he could say more, a sharp look from the other members of the Gu family silenced him. “Seventh Brother, shut up already. Don’t disturb Yaoyao.” Chen Hui could see that Yaoyao was unusually focused this time — her small face set with intense concentration. There was no mistaking that this was far more difficult than her usual practice. Her heart sank at the realization of her younger son’s limitations, and she sighed to herself: How did she end up with a child like him? His lack of awareness, even in critical situations, truly baffled her. Gu Yu, hearing his sister’s rebuke, quickly closed his mouth and nervously watched the proceedings. But nothing — absolutely nothing — appeared to him. Normally, the average person couldn’t perceive a soul unless forcibly summoned or drawn into a formation. That’s why the last spirit had been visible to him: it was summoned into a spiritual formation by Yaoyao herself. The Gu family was effectively clueless through this entire process. “Alright, enough.” Yaoyao’s calm voice broke through their confusion. Gu Heng stepped forward hesitantly, looking down at his son, who remained unconscious. “Will Weiwei ever be like other normal children again?” “Seventh Brother, you’re stubborn and slow to learn. Don’t push Yaoyao into a difficult position.” Gu Yu clenched his teeth, angered by the words but unable to argue. His brother was harsh, but truthful. At that moment, Gu Li suddenly asked, “Who will take Qing Kai back?” Everyone turned to see a figure lying on the other side of the room — a boy looking pale and faintly distressed. His soul had been stolen earlier, and now, without its presence, he appeared frail and vulnerable. The Gu family hesitated. Despite the boy’s state, they felt no true guilt — they had taken back their stolen soul fragment, and as for the consequences, they felt they owed nothing further. “It should fall to the eldest brother,” Gu Xuesong said calmly. “Weiwei is your son. You and Uncle should return him.” His words were final. Gu Heng nodded, confirming his father’s request. With Yaoyao’s talismans ensuring no disruptions, they could safely move the boy back without unnecessary risk. “Alright, Yaoyao, we’re preparing to leave,” Chen Hui said, glancing at her wristwatch. The unexpected events had already delayed their preparations. Without further hesitation, they set out toward the gathering, knowing time was slipping and that curiosity would soon lead to suspicions among their guests. Chen Hui reached out, grabbing Yaoyao’s hand — her white dress swaying in the wind as they stepped toward the ceremonial grounds. The stage was set. [--------------------------------------------] Enjoyed the chapter? If you want early access to +10 Advance chapters and to support the continuation of this story, consider subscribing to my Patreon. Your support means a lot and helps me bring more great content to you! Join me on Patreon: /flokixy

Chapter 20: Reclaiming the Soul

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