The War Begins

Ye Chen was in a deep sleep. He had not slept like this in a long time. In his deep sleep, he had dreamt of a sweet dream as he dreamt of Little Tanuki. Little Tanuki told him that she was hurt and that she needed time to recover and cultivate in the Illusory Pearl. After she had finished cultivating, she would come out and meet Ye Chen.

Little Tanuki in her human form was an awe-striking beauty. Just as Little Tanuki was about to leave, Ye Chen quickly grabbed her.

"Little Tanuki, don't leave," Ye Chen whispered.

Little Tanuki brushed Ye Chen's face gently with her slender fingers. She leaned her head against Ye Chen's shoulder and said gently, "Don't be silly Brother Ye Chen, it's not like I'm never coming back."

Ye Chen was afraid that Little Tanuki was truly never going to return and he embraced Little Tanuki tightly.