Chapter 12971 Awakening

Chapter 12971 Awakening
Deep in the Strange Island, there is a forbidden area known to the world as the "Mysterious Zone", which is filled with an indescribable sense of oppression and mystery.

After a long and tormenting time, Ling Xiao seemed to have passed through endless darkness and pain, and finally broke free from a physically and mentally exhausting trial. His consciousness gradually returned, as if he was slowly rising from the abyss of hell, and every minute and every second carried an unimaginable weight.

When Ling Xiao slowly opened his eyes that were exhausted yet sparkling with tenacious vitality, he found himself being gently embraced by Jiang Xiruo.

This long-lost warmth, like a ray of sunshine in spring, penetrated the haze in his heart and gave him endless comfort and strength. Although his body was still as heavy as lead and every tiny movement required great effort, this care from his mother made him feel unprecedented peace of mind and tranquility.

Jiang Xiruo looked at Ling Xiao's eyes, which were glowing again, and the emotions surging in her heart were hard to describe. Her eyes were slightly red, but she tried hard not to let the tears fall, fearing that her fragility would affect the child who had just woken up.

She gently stroked Ling Xiao's forehead, her voice trembling but full of joy: "Child, you finally woke up... That's great, it's really great." Every word seemed to come from the softest place in her heart, filled with endless love and pity for Ling Xiao.

Ling Xiao leaned in Jiang Xiruo's strong arms, and the familiar yet strange feeling made him feel warm. He seemed to have returned to his carefree childhood, when he could always find the most solid support and the deepest comfort in his mother's arms.

Although he is in the dangerous island at this moment, with the company and protection of his mother, he seems to have returned to that small world full of love and warmth, and is enjoying the happiness and peace of his childhood again.

"Mom, your hand..." Ling Xiao's voice was hurried and concerned. His eyes were fixed on Jiang Xiruo's arm, from which blood was slowly dripping. An indescribable pity and confusion welled up in his heart.

In his memory, his mother Jiang Xiruo was not only his strongest support, but also a powerful person with extraordinary strength. Even when she was a little weak, few people could easily hurt her. This sudden injury made him frown, full of confusion and worry.

Seeing this, Jiang Xiruo quickly responded lightly: "Don't worry, kid, it's just a minor injury, it's nothing serious." As she spoke, she tried to hide her injured arm behind her back, fearing that Ling Xiao would blame himself even more. However, the blood-stained sleeves and slightly pale face betrayed the ease and indifference in her words.

Jiang Xiruo quickly withdrew her hand, her eyes slightly red, and her voice trembled a little: "I will be relieved if you wake up. But I want to tell you that you must never risk your life for me again. I know your feelings, but I hope you can protect yourself and be safe. Your safety is more important to me than anything else. Remember, I don't want you to make any unworthy sacrifices for me."

Ling Xiao's voice was weak, but it revealed an unquestionable determination: "Mom, don't worry, I'm really fine. It's just that when I use this method, my body will suffer a lot of backlash, and the feeling is really unbearable."

"But you also know that the opponent is too strong. Otherwise, how can I win this battle? However, mother, don't worry, I know what I am doing. I will never use it lightly unless it is a last resort. After all, although this method is powerful, it also comes with huge risks."

At this point, a complex emotion flashed in Ling Xiao's eyes, including the desire for victory and the worry about the side effects of the means.

"I will try my best to control myself and not let the backlash affect my foundation. I know that what you are most worried about is that I will get hurt, so I will be more careful. Mother, please believe me, I will protect our home in my own way."

"Ugh……"

Jiang Xiruo sighed. The child has grown up now, and it is really not easy to convince him.

She was well aware of the pressure and pain her son was going through, and she also understood the tenacity and perseverance in his heart.

She gently stroked Ling Xiao's face, her voice full of tenderness and heartache: "My child, I know your thoughts and understand how difficult it is for you. I don't ask you to become a hero, I just hope you can be safe and healthy. I know you have your own way to go, but please remember that no matter when and where, I will always be your strongest support."

Lying in his mother's warm and solid arms, Ling Xiao felt an unprecedented peace and strength. He slowly opened his eyes, with a determined light flashing in his eyes, and then sat up suddenly, gently releasing Ali and Tongtong beside him.

Ahri lay there quietly, her small body wrapped in bandages, looking extremely fragile, but there seemed to be an unyielding light in her tightly closed eyes. Ling Xiao's heart suddenly tightened, and he turned to Tongtong in a hurry, with a hint of urgency in his voice: "Ahri... how is she now?"

Tongtong's eyes instantly turned red, tears welled up in her eyes, but she tried to stay strong and answered with a slightly choked voice: "Dad, don't worry. Although Sister Ali was seriously injured, her life is no longer in danger. It's just that her injuries are too severe and she needs some time to recover, so she hasn't woken up yet."

Ling Xiao clenched his fists tightly, his knuckles turning slightly white due to the force. He stared at Tongtong with a sharp gaze, and his tone was full of unquestionable determination:
"Tongtong, don't worry. I, Ling Xiao, will keep my word. I must destroy the Jiang family, that huge clan, not only for the suffering of Ah Li, but also for the suffering I have endured over the years. There must be a healing elixir in their family, and I swear to get it, so that Ah Li can recover as before and let her smile again."

At this time, Ling Xiao's heart was full of mixed feelings. He was not only angry, but also felt guilty. If it weren't for him, would Ahri have been captured? Would she have endured that punishment? When he thought of this, his heart felt like it was being stabbed by a needle.

He was angry, angry at those bad guys, how could they be so cruel to treat Ahri so harshly. He was also angry at himself, why he couldn't protect her at that time.

But what made him even more uncomfortable was the guilt, which was like a big stone pressing on his heart, making it hard for him to breathe. He kept thinking that if he had been more careful, or stronger, or if he had not trusted Tianxiahui so much, Ahri would not have suffered this.

Fortunately, Ahri was still alive, which gave him some comfort. Otherwise, he really didn't know how he would face it and how to make up for this mistake.

(End of this chapter)