jdhmnovel Chapter 913 The Man in the Two-Sided Mirror
Chapter 913 The Man in the Two-Sided Mirror
A blood-red moon hung high in the sky, transforming the Nitian Dojo into a purgatory of Shura. Yun Yao's hand, gripping the Sword of Law, trembled slightly, its edge reflecting a strange scene before her—a massive mirror slowly emerged from the void, its surface shimmering with a faint blue light, a whirlpool swirling within.
"This is..." Yun Yao had barely finished her words when ripples suddenly appeared in the mirror, and a figure slowly emerged. Upon seeing the other person's face clearly, Yun Yao's pupils constricted, and her sword grip involuntarily tightened. The figure looked identical to her, except that a pitch-black aura lingered around them, and a cold, murderous intent flickered in their eyes.
"Who are you?" Yun Yao asked sternly, the power of law condensing around her body, ready to attack at any time.
"Who am I?" The mirror image raised its lips in a mocking smile. "Yun Yao, you don't even recognize your own clone? I am you, the dark side you don't want to face."
Chu Mochen immediately stood in front of Yun Yao, his whole body emitting immortal energy. "Stop talking nonsense! There is only one Yun Yao, how can I allow you to confuse people here!"
The mirror image ignored Chu Mochen and stared at Yun Yao with a glint of madness in its eyes. "Do you think you are the savior chosen by Hongmeng? You are just a pawn played by fate. Do you know why Chu Mochen has always been by your side?"
Yun Yao's heart tightened, an inexplicable unease welling up inside her. The mirror image continued, "He simply wants to revive his partner from his past life! And you're just a replacement, a pathetic creature who looks just like his former love!"
These words hit Yun Yao's heart like a hammer. She subconsciously glanced at Chu Mochen, only to see his complex expression, as if hesitating about something. This momentary hesitation made Yun Yao's heart sink, and countless memories surged through her mind - those days fighting side by side with Chu Mochen, those gentle promises, were they all false?
"Shut up!" Chu Mochen suddenly roared, unsheathing the immortal sword in his hand and piercing the mirror image, "Yun Yao, don't listen to her nonsense!"
The mirror image easily dodged the attack and let out a shrill laugh. "Are you angry out of shame? I'm telling the truth! Ask him why he appeared in the world you traveled to back then? Why did he look at you differently?"
Yun Yao felt her head buzzing, her doubts growing like wild weeds. Just then, the mirror image suddenly attacked, its dark power transforming into countless sharp blades, whistling towards Yun Yao. Chu Mochen turned without hesitation, using himself as a shield to block all the attacks for Yun Yao.
"Chu Mochen!" Yun Yao felt heartbroken as she looked at the blood oozing from his body.
"Yun Yao, believe me..." Chu Mochen forced a smile, but before he could finish, the mirror image took the opportunity to launch an even more fierce attack. This time, her target was directly aimed at Chu Mochen's vital points.
Yun Yao instinctively swung her sword, colliding with the mirror's attack. The two powerful forces collided, unleashing a violent storm. Amidst the chaos, Yun Yao suddenly realized that the mirror's attack seemed to carry a familiar aura—it was her own power of law, twisted into a dark form.
"You really still can't bear to leave him." The mirror sneered, "Unfortunately, you are destined not to be together. Hongmeng's fate has long been determined. One of you and I must disappear."
As he spoke, the mirrored form's aura surged, transforming into a massive black shadow that lunged towards Yun Yao. Yun Yao gritted her teeth, gathering all her strength, and prepared to face the fatal blow. At that moment, Chu Mochen suddenly grasped her hand and injected a stream of pure immortal energy into her.
"Yun Yao, don't be fooled by her words." Chu Mochen's voice was firm and gentle. "The things in the previous life are long gone. I have always loved you, and only you."
Yun Yao's heart trembled, and seeing the sincere emotion in Chu Mochen's eyes, all her doubts instantly disappeared. She suddenly realized that she shouldn't be shaken by a few provocative words. Every bit of her experience with Chu Mochen these days was real and unquestionable.
"Okay, I believe you." Yun Yao held Chu Mochen's hand tightly, turned to look at the mirror image, and a trace of determination flashed in her eyes, "No matter who you are, if you want to hurt Chu Mochen, you have to get past me first!"
Seeing that his provocation had no effect, the mirror image's eyes flashed with anger, "If you don't accept my toast, then I'll punish you! Then let's die together!"
With a roar, the mirror image summoned a pitch-black magical weapon, emitting a terrifying pressure. Yun Yao could sense that the magical weapon contained a power capable of destroying everything.
"Be careful, that's the treasure of the Void God Court - the World-Destroying Wheel!" Chu Mochen said solemnly, "This treasure can devour the power of all laws, don't take it head-on!"
Yun Yao frowned, unable to think of a solution for a moment. At this moment, she suddenly remembered what the System Master had said—her soul was the embodiment of the Hongmeng Law. Perhaps this was the solution.
"Chu Mochen, please step back first." Yun Yao took a deep breath, "Let me try."
Without waiting for Chu Mochen's response, Yun Yao rushed towards the mirror image. The moment she approached the World-Destroying Wheel, she forcibly activated the power of the laws within her body and injected her soul power into it.
"You're crazy!" The mirror image didn't expect Yun Yao to do such a thing, and a trace of panic flashed across his face. "This is a magical weapon that can devour everything. Aren't you afraid of being devoured by it?"
Yun Yao smiled confidently, "Of course I'm afraid, but I believe in myself even more. Didn't you say I was chosen by Hongmeng? Then I'll show you the true power of Hongmeng's Law!"
Before she finished speaking, a dazzling light erupted from Yun Yao's body, and countless golden lines of law appeared on her body. The World-Destroying Wheel seemed to sense the threat and spun madly, trying to devour Yun Yao's power. But Yun Yao gritted her teeth and resisted with all her might, forcing her own law power into the World-Destroying Wheel.
"Impossible..." The mirror image's eyes widened, his face full of disbelief, "How could you possibly..."
"Nothing is impossible." Yun Yao slowly opened her eyes, a bright light flashing in them, "Because I am Yun Yao, a Yun Yao who will not be easily defeated!"
With a loud bang, the World-Destroying Wheel exploded violently under Yun Yao's control. The powerful shockwave sent the mirror image flying, crashing heavily into the barrier of the Heaven-Defying Dojo.
"No!" The mirror image struggled to stand up, eyes full of unwillingness, "I won't accept this! I'm the one who should live!"
As it spoke, the mirror image suddenly launched its final attack, condensing all its strength into a black beam and shooting it towards Yun Yao. Yun Yao had just experienced a fierce battle and was now exhausted. Seeing the attack about to hit her, she was powerless to dodge.
At this critical moment, Chu Mochen suddenly rushed out, blocking Yun Yao. The immortal sword in his hand shone brightly, colliding with the black beam. The powerful impact forced Chu Mochen to retreat repeatedly, blood oozing from the corner of his mouth, but he still defended Yun Yao with all his might.
"Chu Mochen!" Yun Yao was extremely anxious and wanted to step forward to help, but was stopped by Chu Mochen.
"Yun Yao, don't come over." Chu Mochen said with difficulty, "Believe me..."
As he spoke, Chu Mochen's immortal energy surged, and he unleashed his most powerful attack—the Hongmeng Sword Technique. A massive golden sword energy shot up into the sky, slashing towards the mirror image. The mirror image tried to dodge, but it was too late. It was struck by the sword energy and dissipated into a puff of black smoke.
The battle was over, and Chu Mochen could no longer hold on. His body softened and he fell to the ground. Yun Yao was quick to move forward and hug him.
"Chu Mochen, how are you?" Yun Yao asked anxiously, her eyes full of worry.
Chu Mochen forced himself to open his eyes and smiled weakly, "I'm fine... just a little tired."
Yun Yao breathed a sigh of relief and hugged Chu Mochen tightly in her arms, "Don't do this again in the future. I can't lose you."
Chu Mochen nodded gently, "Okay, I promise you."
At this moment, Yun Yao suddenly felt a change in the power of the Law within her body. She closed her eyes and felt it carefully, discovering that her power of the Law had not only not been damaged, but had become even more refined, and seemed to have a hint of dark power.
"This is..." Yun Yao opened her eyes, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.
"It seems that you have absorbed the power of the mirror body." Chu Mochen explained, "This may be an opportunity to take your strength to a higher level."
Yun Yao nodded and secretly vowed in her heart that she must become stronger so that she could protect Chu Mochen and everything she cherished.
Deep within the Void Divine Court, a mysterious figure watched the battle footage, a meaningful smile playing on his lips. "Yun Yao, you really didn't disappoint me. What exciting things will happen next?"