Chapter 2054 - 2052: The Critical Moment of the Stars Shifting
Chapter 2054: Chapter 2052: The Critical Moment of the Stars Shifting
Seeing the children next, she instantly forgot about the oddity earlier, but Gu Qiaoqiao knew her little uncle had secretly set up a barrier in the Qin Family’s Courtyard, and then quietly left.
Afterward, Qin Yize also noticed something, looking at her with some confusion. Gu Qiaoqiao told him what her little uncle had just said but also mentioned her fleeting illusion. After all, since both of them belonged to the Mystic Sect and were married, there was nothing they couldn’t discuss.
Qin Yize frowned; he knew his little uncle was actually quite carefree and open-minded, never getting caught up in trivial matters. His world was broad, yet now he was treating this so seriously. Could he have seen something?
He thought for a moment, then picked up the phone to call.
But no one answered. Apparently, Gu Junbai didn’t take his phone when he left, or perhaps, after making that call, he wasn’t planning to use it anymore.
Qin Yize was very disappointed, eager to drive to Gu Garden immediately, but Gu Qiaoqiao stopped him, "Ah Ze, don’t be so nervous. Since uncle said I should just stay in the courtyard, and I’ve already activated the Heaven-reaching Talisman Incantation, I’ll notice even the slightest supernatural movement around, even if a spiritual body drifts over."
Qin Yize still felt uneasy, but his expression softened. He reached out and gently rubbed his wife’s head, softly saying, "Qiaoqiao, you know my nature, I’ll go ask uncle."
For Qin Yize, it was impossible to just let it go, especially since it involved his wife, Gu Qiaoqiao. Gu Qiaoqiao did not stop him any longer; she also wanted to know what exactly had happened.
Earlier she didn’t even have the chance to ask uncle before he hung up the phone.
Qin Yize drove out and returned in the afternoon.
His expression was no different from when he left, and it was only when Gu Qiaoqiao asked that she learned uncle hadn’t told him anything, just saying that as Gu Qiaoqiao’s abilities improved, the world would eventually take notice of her.
Something would be done.
These days were crucial times of shifting stars. As long as she was careful, it would be fine.
Gu Junbai didn’t speak directly about it because the matter couldn’t be leaked, or the catastrophe would be even greater.
This, is destiny!
Exchanging a glance with Gu Qiaoqiao, Gu Qiaoqiao smiled and said, "Since uncle said so, it must be true. Don’t worry about it, turning nothing into something, come on, let’s get busy. I still have to check on the kitchen."
With a smile, Gu Qiaoqiao headed to the kitchen.
Uncle was right, as he mentioned before, with the improvement of abilities, the world would reassess one’s position.
It’s like in the cultivation world, if someone’s power reaches the pinnacle, achieving Great Perfection, the world can no longer contain him, so the world reevaluates and sends him to another world, otherwise, it would disrupt the balance.
Imagine if someone is the most formidable being in this world, capable of controlling elements at will, then this world becomes theirs.
The world won’t allow it.
Thus, cultivating to a certain extent achieves immortality; it means that the world no longer permits such extraordinarily powerful beings to exist.
Gu Qiaoqiao understood this deeply, so she controlled herself as well. Besides, she was far from that level. As for now, she was only on the Third Layer of the Heaven-reaching Talisman, far from achieving Great Perfection, possibly never in this lifetime.
And if she were constantly worried, wouldn’t her family be even stronger than she is?
Watching Gu Qiaoqiao walk briskly to the kitchen, Qin Yize’s eyes darkened slightly, analyzing the meaning behind uncle’s words. He concluded that perhaps at some point, Qiaoqiao might face a catastrophe. If she overcomes it, she will have a lifetime of smooth sailing, otherwise, the outcome would be unimaginable, yet it’s beyond human control.
So, Qin Yize went to the kitchen, asking Grandma Qin to watch the two children, while he followed Gu Qiaoqiao wherever she went, much to Old Grand Master Qin and Grandma Qin’s delight.
The two children joined in the fun, making the day of Lunar December 29th lively at the Qin Family’s Courtyard. Everywhere Gu Qiaoqiao went, a little group followed her, creating a festive atmosphere, which also diluted much of the unease. The night of Lunar December 29th passed peacefully.
The next morning, February 3, 1992, the Lunar New Year’s Eve.
Although fireworks were no longer allowed, the city was bustling with excitement.
Standing in the courtyard, the noise of children running around outside the Qin Family’s Courtyard could be heard.
For children, the New Year is the most lively and joyful time.
So the streets filled with the laughter and chatter of children everywhere.
Gu Qiaoqiao stood in the courtyard, sensing carefully. Finding no anomalies, she headed to the kitchen, unsurprisingly, with Qin Yize following her again.
Gu Qiaoqiao helplessly said to him, "Alright, alright, stop following me around. Once Second Uncle and Third Uncle arrive, I’ll become a laughing stock."
"Who dares to laugh at you?" Qin Yize raised his eyebrows.
An involuntary chill in his voice.
"No one dares, with you around, who would laugh at me?" Gu Qiaoqiao replied gently, "I’m just going to check on the kitchen, no need to follow me everywhere."
Of course, Qin Yize wouldn’t agree.
And he wouldn’t tell Gu Qiaoqiao that he hadn’t slept all night.
Fortunately, he was in good physical condition, showing no signs of fatigue, not even Qiaoqiao noticed.
Soon, Second Uncle, Third Uncle, and their families would arrive, especially since Second Uncle Qin and Second Aunt Qin were now confined to wheelchairs, and already patients themselves, sometimes clear-minded, sometimes confused, though much improved from their initial onset.
With such conditions, they couldn’t be left alone at home, so Qin Yishan would bring them to the courtyard for the New Year; they couldn’t be treated with any negligence since they were patients after all.
So today’s dishes and all other arrangements had to be meticulously prepared.
And for Gu Qiaoqiao, it wasn’t too much trouble; she was merely directing, with others doing the cooking. Auntie Wang’s culinary skills were top-notch.
When Gu Qiaoqiao reached the kitchen, she noticed Qin Yize had followed her again.
Auntie Wang teased, "You two are really affectionate, but that makes sense. You don’t work together usually, and now that you’re on holiday, of course, you’d be inseparable."
Qin Yize, with unwavering composure, replied, "Auntie Wang, you’re right."