Chapter 66: Just Feeding a Pill, Something's Off! - I Forged Them in Darkness, and They Buried Me in It

### Chapter 66: Just Feeding a Pill, Something's Off! Honestly, Chen An never imagined that just feeding someone a pill could turn out to be so peculiar. He was once a cultivator standing at the pinnacle of Shenzhou, looking down upon all living beings. Yet now, he was in this tiny room, drenched in sweat. ... ... Chen Xi's consciousness was slowly returning. She felt warm, as if soaking in a hot spring. Every part of her body seemed to be gently massaged and kneaded by an invisible hand, causing her to let out a soft whimper. Immersed in such a sensation, she gradually began to feel some sense of reality. The first things she felt were the cool night breeze and the sticky, uncomfortable wetness all over her body. She shivered and suddenly noticed a faint light appearing in front of her. Over the years, the girl had grown accustomed to darkness, so the sudden appearance of light didn't bring her joy; instead, it made her uneasy. Until a familiar gentle voice reached her ears. "Give it a try." The tone was soft, laced with encouragement. So Chen Xi fluttered her long eyelashes and began trying to explore towards that faint light. Once, twice. A decade of darkness came to an end at this moment. Chen Xi opened her eyes. In sight was a highly attractive young man. Moonlight spilled through the window, illuminating his profile clearly for Chen Xi to see. Compared to his looks, the young man's demeanor was even more extraordinary, like an immortal temporarily dwelling in the world. The girl slightly parted her lips, her pupils contracting a little. She had imagined Chen An's appearance countless times. Maybe fat, thin, tall, or short. Or perhaps handsome, average, or ugly. But regardless of the image, she would face him with a fervent heart. Yet, she never anticipated her Brother Chen An to be so perfect. In every aspect, only the word "perfect" sufficed. Even seeing his face stirred an uncontrollable feeling of inferiority inside her. "How do you feel, not disappointed, right?" Seeing her remain silent, Chen An raised an eyebrow. Chen Xi suddenly froze — how could she... see? After a moment, she stayed silent, only reaching out a hand to gently touch Chen An's face. Chen An felt a bit ticklish but wasn't in a hurry to push her away. He patiently asked, "What's wrong?" The girl's eyes shifted subtly, and her hand restlessly moved over Chen An's face until he finally caught it. Facing his questioning gaze, Chen Xi turned away slightly, softly explaining, "Didn't you ask me to try? I just wanted to see if I was dreaming..." Chen An felt speechless but couldn't find a reason to refute. Chen Xi quietly snuggled closer to Chen An, embracing him entirely with her arms. Her voice lacked the joy of regaining sight, instead carrying a trace of dependence and faint sorrow. "Brother Chen An, why do you have to look so good?" "If you were a bit ugly, like a chubby guy, then I wouldn't worry about not being good enough for you..." Chen An was momentarily stunned. He then took out his phone and turned on the camera. On the screen appeared their faces leaned against each other. Chen Xi covered her mouth in disbelief. ... ... The next morning. The news of Chen Xi regaining her looks and sight shocked the headmaster, who gasped in awe. In his long life, it was his first encounter with such an unscientific occurrence. But with the facts before him, aside from his shock and amazement, he had nothing more to say. In contrast, the children of the orphanage, with their simple minds, didn't ponder much. They only knew that there was now a beautiful angel-like sister among them. ... Time flew by, and a month quickly passed. The college entrance examinations, crucial for ordinary people's fates, arrived as scheduled. During this month, Chen An's life returned to its usual calmness. He didn't dislike such a peaceful life. Though it offered little excitement, it felt genuinely alive — living for himself, not others. During this period, some officials had approached him. After a brief conversation, they left. However, their words hinted at recruiting him, which surprised Chen An a little. Given the strength he had demonstrated that day, he would have expected the authorities to at least conduct a thorough investigation and questioning — if not take precautions. Yet ultimately, nothing was done; they merely exchanged some casual, non-binding conversation. Remarks like how promising the youth were, or how young people should contribute to their country and protect it. But they never brought up the origins of Chen An's abilities. These doubts dissolved when Chen An thought of Luo Cong An. Most likely, Luo Cong An had intervened, allowing his life to remain undisturbed. Truthfully, Chen An harbored complex feelings about Luo Cong An. Although he recalled their past interactions, the memories seemed veiled, like covered in dust, reluctant to be uncovered. No one could comprehend this complex psychological state. During this time, he also had several interactions with Lin Jing Qiu. Mostly, it was the young girl sharing stories while Chen An listened quietly. Lin Jing Qiu talked about many interesting things on Mount Qingcheng, even mentioning that there was no need to worry about the college entrance exams, as they were already recommended to the Immortal Cultivation Joint University, with the list already submitted. Her words hinted at admiration for Luo Cong An, expressing her desire to become as gentle and powerful as her master. Chen An made no comment. He thought, when Luo Cong An wasn't losing his temper, he indeed was quite reasonable. ... ... On this day, it was time for the pre-exam physical check-up before the college entrance exams. Unbeknownst to test-takers nationwide, this examination differed from previous ones. Among the usual procedures, a seemingly unremarkable process was added. During this process, individuals possessing cultivation potential would be identified by authorities and would undergo a simple briefing. Chen An could guess the opening lines with almost complete certainty. It would likely begin with, "What I'm about to say will completely overturn your previous understanding..." or similar statements. Though the phrasing might vary, the overall message remained the same. Afterward, these individuals would be required to sign a confidentiality agreement, prohibiting any private disclosure related to the revival of spiritual energy until it was fully acknowledged by the public. Failure to comply would result in stringent control measures, restricting their personal freedom, potentially cutting off their path to cultivation. If lacking spiritual roots, they would proceed with the exams as usual, without any changes. The state, a massive entity, required a gradual approach. Those who found themselves chosen couldn't hide their excitement and exhilaration. After all, at seventeen or eighteen, suddenly seizing such an opportunity, some would surely struggle to hold back from boasting, if not for the dire consequences of revealing such information. But regardless, being selected by the authorities marked the beginning of a reversal in their life journey. Gao Qing Yang was among them. Upon learning about the revival of spiritual energy and possessing spiritual roots himself, he felt a surge of pride, holding an inexplicable sense of superiority. Especially when he came across Chen An and Lin Jing Qiu idly strolling; his urge to flaunt reached its peak. With a raised eyebrow, he walked directly towards them. (End of Chapter)