Cultivating Immortality, Starting from Childhood Sweethearts-Chapter 349 - Two Personalities (Two in One Chapter)

Chen Suya directly grabbed Shi Xin by the throat, looking up at the stunning young girl before her. The corner of Chen Suya’s lips curled up.

That devilish smile sent a shiver of fear through the air.

Shi Xin gazed at the woman before her, her eyes filled with confusion. But soon, a realization settled in her heart.

Chen Suya was right.

Shi Xin had previously believed that Chen Suya was merely occupying Xu Ming’s mother’s body, but that wasn’t the case at all.

Just as Chen Suya had said—she was Chen Suya. She was Xu Ming’s mother. The reason for this strange situation was that Chen Suya had sealed away her own memories.

When someone seals their memories, a new set of memories forms in their place. A person’s personality is largely shaped by their memories. In other words, despite the apparent difference, they were actually the same person—just two personas shaped by different memories.

Moreover, when Chen Suya sealed her memories, she had also set a time limit. As time passed, the seal would gradually weaken. Once it loosened enough, her original persona would begin to resurface, and the two personalities would start to merge.

That was exactly what was happening to Chen Suya now.

In other words, she and Xu Ming’s mother were one and the same. If Shi Xin attempted to eliminate the so-called soul that had “invaded” Xu Ming’s mother’s body, it would be no different from killing Xu Ming’s mother herself.

That was something absolutely impossible.

“Although I never expected to have a child, what’s done is done. And regardless, I’m quite proud of him,” Chen Suya said with a smirk.

Her hand, still gripping Shi Xin’s throat, suddenly flung her to the side with great force. Shi Xin crashed heavily onto the ground.

The protective barrier surrounding the courtyard began to weaken.

Outside the courtyard, Xu Ming and the others had no idea what had just transpired. But as soon as they saw the barrier fade, a sense of foreboding washed over Xu Ming.

Without hesitation, Xu Ming and Zhou Wanfeng rushed into the courtyard, with the others following closely behind.

The moment Xu Ming entered, the sight that met his eyes was Shi Xin lying on the ground.

Seeing Shi Xin in such a state, Xu Ming hurried over to support her.

“Xu Ming… I’m sorry. I failed…” Shi Xin’s eyes were filled with guilt as she looked at him.

Even though this situation was essentially unsolvable—even her master wouldn’t have been able to do anything—Shi Xin still saw it as her own failure for not handling it properly.

“It’s okay. You’ve already done your best. I’ll take care of the rest,” Xu Ming reassured her.

He didn’t blame Shi Xin. After all, who could guarantee they’d be able to solve such a situation?

If Shi Xin couldn’t do it, then there was no way he could have done any better. Their opponent was simply far too powerful.

As more and more people entered the courtyard, Chen Suya’s smile took on a playful edge.

“It’s quite lively here tonight. I didn’t expect so many guests. I’m truly flattered,” she said, stretching lazily as if she were tired.

“Ming’er, this is our first time meeting face to face, isn’t it?” Chen Suya’s gaze softened with a motherly warmth as she looked at Xu Ming.

But to Xu Ming, that so-called kindness only made his skin crawl.

“What exactly do you want?” Xu Ming demanded, his eyes locked onto her.

“Hehehe…” Chen Suya let out a chilling laugh. “What could I possibly want? I am simply myself. I’m just reclaiming my true self. What’s wrong, Ming’er? Are you saying you won’t even allow your own mother to be herself?”

Xu Ming clenched his fists tightly, silent but seething.

If Xu Ming weren’t afraid of hurting his own mother, he would have already thrown a punch at her.

“Aiya, my dear son, don’t look at me like that. You’ll break my heart,” Chen Suya said, placing a hand over her chest, feigning deep sorrow.

“I know it’s hard for you to accept this reality, but the truth remains—I am indeed your mother.

Well, well, there’s no point in saying any more. You seem quite agitated right now, so let’s leave it at that. Why don’t you have a good chat with your little monk friend?

Once you understand the full picture, you might just be able to accept it.

I’ll be waiting, waiting for the day you can truly call me mother.”

As soon as she finished speaking, Chen Suya’s eyes suddenly rolled back, and she collapsed to the ground.

Xu Ming stared at his mother’s fallen figure, his mind a whirlwind of confusion. He had no idea what had just happened. Hurriedly, he carried his mother inside and covered her with a blanket.

The others, including Wang Feng, were utterly bewildered. They couldn’t understand why the gentle woman from before had suddenly turned into this.

However, among the crowd, only Xu Zheng’s expression was particularly grave, as if he knew something. But he remained silent.

Not long after, all ten imperial enforcers from the palace arrived, demanding to know what had happened.

With such a commotion at the Xu residence, it was impossible for the palace not to notice. Xu Ming had already anticipated this.

His original plan was simple—deal with everything first, then report to the Wu Emperor afterward.

But now, given the circumstances, he needed to explain the situation to the emperor as soon as possible.

Xu Ming gathered his grandmother, his so-called father, and the ten imperial enforcers into his courtyard. Naturally, Shi Xin and the others were present as well.

He began by explaining everything in detail—why this situation had occurred and what had led up to it. Then, he turned the floor over to Shi Xin.

Shi Xin looked around at everyone and let out a deep sigh.

“At first, I thought Lady Xu’s body had been possessed by someone else. But during our battle, I realized that wasn’t the case at all.

In fact, Lady Xu was never possessed by anyone.

When we exchanged our final blows, I secretly infused my attack with a hidden spell.

This spell was designed to pierce directly through an opponent’s soul.

But just as it was about to take effect, I sensed something—there was only one soul inside Lady Xu’s body.

That was when I realized… she had been telling the truth all along. She really is your mother.”

As Shi Xin finished speaking, silence fell over the entire courtyard.

Especially Xu Ming.

Taking a deep breath, he said, “It’s alright, Miss Shi Xin. Just say whatever you need to. I can handle it.”

Shi Xin nodded.

“This is how it works. Based on what I’ve learned about soul magic, there are only three possible explanations for a single body harboring two different personalities.

The first and most common case is when a cultivator’s soul enters another person’s body and competes with the original soul for control.

The second case is when someone forcibly absorbs another person’s soul into their own body while still inhabiting their original body.

This typically happens with practitioners of forbidden techniques—those who cultivate by devouring other souls.

However, if the devourer fails to completely consume the other soul, they may suffer backlash, leading to a struggle for dominance within their own body.

As for the third case…”

Shi Xin paused for a moment before continuing.

“The third case is exactly what is happening to Lady Xu right now.

When someone is trying to escape from something or avoid a particular fate, they may seal away their original memories, leaving behind a completely blank slate.

You must understand that memory is the most crucial component of a person’s soul—it determines one’s personality and, ultimately, one’s essence.

If someone seals away their memories, they essentially become a blank canvas. Everything they experience from that moment onward becomes new memories, gradually filling that blank slate.

Over time, this process gives rise to an entirely new personality.

However, once the original sealed memories begin to resurface, it creates a situation similar to two souls occupying the same body—just like what is happening to Lady Xu now.

Even though Lady Xu appears to have two distinct personalities, the truth is, they are both part of the same soul.

If I were to erase one, it would mean erasing them both. Lady Xu would cease to exist entirely.”

“…”

Listening to Shi Xin’s explanation, Xu Ming finally understood everything completely.

“Shi Xin, in this kind of situation… is there any way to resolve it?” Xu Ming asked.

“As of now, there is no solution—not even my master could do anything about it,” Shi Xin sighed deeply, her eyes filled with disappointment.

“In this case, it’s no longer a matter of one persona overpowering the other, nor is it something that can be resolved through external force.

Everything now depends entirely on Lady Xu’s own will.

Eventually, the two sets of memories will merge—this is inevitable.

However, even after the memories fuse, there will still be a delicate balance. One persona will ultimately take dominance, gradually absorbing and integrating the other set of memories.

If Lady Xu’s current personality prevails, then she will retain her original sense of self—she will still be Lady Xu, just with additional memories. Her personality will remain the same as the one you’re familiar with.

But if the other persona takes control, overriding Lady Xu’s memories, then she will become someone entirely different.”

Xu Ming asked, “How long will this memory fusion process take?”

Shi Xin thought for a moment before answering, “I can’t predict an exact timeframe, but at the very latest, everything will be decided within three months.

Three months from now, the outcome will be set in stone.

During this period, Lady Xu’s two personas will take turns controlling her body.”

Xu Ming let out a soft sigh, exhaustion evident on his face. “I understand. Shi Xin, you’ve had a rough night. You were put in a lot of danger.”

Shi Xin shook her head. “It’s alright. If anything, I should apologize for not being able to help you more.”

“You’ve already helped a lot, Shi Xin. Go get some rest. The rest… we’ll have to deal with as it comes,” Xu Ming said with a small smile.

Even though this was a difficult reality to accept, it had already happened. There was no point in dwelling on regret—he had to face it and solve it step by step.

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Xu Ming instructed Zhou Wanfeng to escort Shi Xin to rest in his courtyard. There were a few spare rooms, more than enough for her to stay in.

One of the imperial enforcers then spoke up.

“Lord Wenwuqing, since the situation seems to be under control for now, we shall return to the palace to report. If anything arises, please inform the palace immediately.”

These ten imperial enforcers were all cultivators of the Upper Five Realms, with one of them even at the Ascension Realm.

Yet, throughout Shi Xin’s explanation, that Ascension Realm cultivator had remained completely silent.

His silence spoke volumes—it meant that even he was powerless in this situation.

If he had a way to help, there was no reason for him to stay quiet.

“So much has happened tonight—I apologize for disturbing all of you. I also truly appreciate that you arrived in time,” Xu Ming said, bowing respectfully to the ten imperial enforcers.

One of them responded, “Lord Wenwuqing, there is no need for such words. You are a pillar of the nation, and we cannot allow anything to happen to you. Besides, if you must offer thanks, it should be to His Majesty. The moment he sensed something might have happened to you, he immediately sent us all here.”

Xu Ming nodded. “I will make sure to enter the palace soon to personally express my gratitude to His Majesty.”

After the imperial enforcers departed, the others in the courtyard also chose to leave.

Though they were ordinary people, they had seen enough to understand the situation.

Wang Feng, the old lady, Xu Ming’s so-called father, and the other members of the Xu household comforted him before taking their leave.

In the end, only Xu Ming remained in the courtyard.

He sighed, gazing up at the bright moonlight.

From that moment until dawn, he did not close his eyes once.

No one came to disturb him.

Everyone understood that there was nothing they could do to help.

At this point, even offering words of comfort would only be adding to his burden.

At midday, Chunyan came running into the courtyard.

“Young Master! Young Master! Madam has woken up—”