Immortality Through Array Formations

Chapter 291: Chapter 290 Concern_1

Mo Hua traveled silently and swiftly.

Finally, he could return home, and his mood lightened somewhat.

The deep mountains of Big Black Mountain were much like they were on the way there, still lush with vegetation and shrouded in thick mist, making it difficult to distinguish directions.

But unlike before, now every blade of grass, every tree, and every rock in Mo Hua’s Divine Sense became increasingly clear.

His Divine Sense was stronger, his sight reached farther, and his perception was more subtle.

The Fog Formation laid by the third Householder of the Monster Hunters in the Foggy Forest was now like a marker, clearly guiding Mo Hua along the path.

Through the naked eye, it all appeared as a blur of fog, but in Mo Hua’s Divine Sense, the paths were distinct, with clear and sharp boundaries.

After traveling for half an hour, Mo Hua neared the edge of the deep mountains.

Mo Hua stopped and furrowed his brows.

This was not the cliff he had come by, so he was less familiar with the path; there were many forks in the road before him, and for a moment, he didn’t know which way to go.

Just then, some voices seemed to echo from the distant fog.

The voices were mixed, sounding like several people shouting, and they were very anxious. It seemed they were calling for “Mo Hua”…

Mo Hua was stunned. He recognized them, they were the voices of Monster Hunters.

Using the Water Passing Step, Mo Hua quickened his pace and headed towards the source of the voices.

In the dense fog, a group of more than ten Monster Hunters formed a search net, scouring the deep mountains with anxious expressions, while shouting Mo Hua’s name.

It was at that moment that they noticed a figure in the fog.

The Monster Hunters stiffened their expressions, drew their Pu Blades, and prepared for what might come.

The figure approached gradually, appearing small and slender, resembling a young Cultivator.

A few Monster Hunters looked visibly pleased, while the rest also showed anticipation.

As the figure drew closer and the fog dissipated, a clear view revealed a delicate face with a pair of bright, spirited eyes.

It was then that they confirmed the person was indeed Mo Hua.

Mo Hua greeted them.

The Monster Hunters, hearing Mo Hua’s voice and seeing that he seemed unharmed, were all visibly glad and let out deep sighs of relief.

“We’ve found Mo Hua!” shouted a Monster Hunter with joy.

The others passed the message along.

Before long, in the thick fog, the voices of the Monster Hunters rose and fell in waves.

“We’ve found Mo Hua!”

“Mo Hua has been found!”

“He’s been found!”

…

Mo Hua stood rooted to the spot, feeling both touched and guilty.

So many people cared for him, they even ventured deep into the mountains to find him.

It seemed he had caused everyone trouble…

Mo Hua also remembered what the old Evil Cultivator had said to the third Householder that night:

“There’s something happening with the Monster Hunters…”

“…There’s trouble in the Inner Mountain…”

He had been curious about what trouble had befallen the Inner Mountain.

It turned out that the biggest incident in the Inner Mountain was his own disappearance.

When the Chief Elder of the Qian Family disappeared years ago, the entire Qian Clan deployed all their Disciples to form a search net, venturing into the deep mountains despite the dangers in search of him.

Now, the Monster Hunters were doing the same for Mo Hua.

Mo Hua’s eyes grew sore, and he felt a complex mix of emotions.

After a while, Mo Hua saw Elder Yu and, feeling sorry, was about to say something, but Elder Yu cut him off.

“We’ll talk when we get back,” said Elder Yu.

Elder Yu had a complex expression. Although he was worried about Mo Hua and felt that Mo Hua’s trip had been rash, he also knew why Mo Hua had ventured into the deep mountains and thus refrained from criticizing or saying something that might hurt him.

Not everyone has the kindness, nor the courage, to take such risks for the Loose Cultivators of Tongxian City.

Fortunately, Mo Hua had returned safely and soundly.

Elder Yu maintained a composed exterior, but deep down, he was genuinely overwhelmed with relief.

No matter what Mo Hua had discovered in the depths of the mountains, they would discuss it upon return.

Elder Yu instructed everyone to head back.

So, the group gradually began to gather and slowly withdrew from the depths of the mountains.

Only then did Mo Hua realize that more people had come into the mountains to look for him than he had thought.

He could see almost all the Monster Hunters with whom he was somewhat familiar, and even some Cultivators from the Taoist Court were present.

Mo Hua also saw Zhang Lan.

Seeing Mo Hua unharmed, Zhang Lan also heaved a great sigh of relief. He wanted to say something but didn’t know what to say at that moment, so he just roughly ruffled Mo Hua’s hair, messing it all up.

Knowing he was at fault, Mo Hua remained silent.

It was only when they reached the Inner Mountain that Mo Shan arrived from the other side of the mountains.

Even though he already knew that Mo Hua was safe and sound, he only felt reassured when he saw him with his own eyes.

With his head bowed, Mo Hua said in a low voice, “Dad…”

Mo Shan had been angry inside, but seeing his son now, all his anger dissipated.

All he could do was sigh, pat Mo Hua on the head, and say:

“Go see your mother; she hasn’t closed her eyes for several days…”

Startled, Mo Hua asked, “Mom is in the mountains, too?”

Mo Shan nodded.

Following Mo Shan, Mo Hua arrived at a campsite in the Inner Mountain, where he saw his mother, Liu Ruhua.

Standing at the entrance of the campsite, Liu Ruhua appeared frail and haggard, her gentle eyes filled with anxiety. Upon seeing Mo Hua, silent tears flowed from her eyes.

Feeling a twinge in his nose, Mo Hua called out, “Mom…”

Liu Ruhua didn’t wait for Mo Hua to say anything. She ran over and hugged him tightly, her arms trembling.

She clung to him as if afraid that he would disappear from her grasp in an instant.

During these days, she was so anxious that she could not sleep, and despite everyone’s efforts, they could not locate Mo Hua.

She feared that she would never see her child again, afraid that one day, even the very wish to see Mo Hua would be impossible.

Liu Ruhua held Mo Hua for a long time before she began to calm down.

Overwhelmed with remorse, Mo Hua apologized, “Mom, I’m sorry…”

With tears in her eyes, Liu Ruhua breathed a sigh of relief and shook her head:

“Though you’re young, you already possess considerable abilities and can distinguish right from wrong, and you also have your own opinions on matters. Mom doesn’t blame you.”

“But you must remember, there are many people in this world who are concerned about you, and whatever you do, you must not cause everyone to worry. No matter what happens, you must always let your dad and mom know.”

Mo Hua nodded solemnly. “Mom, I remember!” he promised.

Liu Ruhua looked at her son’s graceful features and his eyes, clear as water, and could not bear the thought of separation. She further cautioned him:

“Also, no matter what happens, you must protect your life at all costs.”

“There are countless treasures in the world, but for your father and me, you are the most unique and precious. Not even the pursuit of immortality is as important as your safety.”

Liu Ruhua’s gaze was tender and profound.

Mo Hua felt even guiltier.

He thought he had considered his parents’ feelings, but he realized he didn’t understand anything at all.

He anticipated some concern from his parents, but never imagined the extent of their worry.

In this world, a child’s concern for their parents pales in comparison to a parent’s worry for their child—one-tenth, perhaps even less.

Next time, he must not cause everyone to worry, especially his parents.

This was what Mo Hua resolved in his heart, and then he seriously reassured Liu Ruhua:

“Mom, don’t worry, I will live well, for a long, long time, all the way until immortality is reached.”

“And you and Dad will live just as long, and achieve immortality as well!”

Liu Ruhua did not take his words seriously, but her heart was still filled with gratification.

She wiped away her tears, rubbed Mo Hua’s face, and said with a smile:

“Alright, let’s agree on that!”