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Fang Xiong's gaze lingered on the mark on Uncle Zhu's neck for a long time before shifting back to the Treasure Light Sword Hilt in Yun'er's hand.
Yun'er seemed to sense Fang Xiong's attention and suggested that they step outside for a private chat. The two of them walked out of the house.
At this moment, the heavy rain had stopped. They arrived outside the courtyard, where the sound of insects chirping could be heard among the wild grass by the roadside. The dark clouds had cleared, and the night was quiet and mysterious.
"Do you recognize this?" Yun'er handed the Treasure Light Sword Hilt to her senior brother.
Fang Xiong nodded and took it, examining it closely. After a moment, he spoke, "This divine weapon is Earth Level Five, named Shadowless. It was obtained by the Qin Family Head at Luoma Market a few months ago. My master sent me to seize it, but I didn't expect someone else to get there first."
Upon hearing this, Yun'er's delicate brows furrowed slightly. Did Ye Tian and Duan Liu forcefully attack the Qin Family to take this divine weapon?
"However, it's fate that this treasure has fallen into your hands. My master's original intention was to keep it as a gift for you on your birthday," Fang Xiong said, turning to gaze into the distance. At the edge of the dark night, it seemed as if a robust elder was smiling at Yun'er.
"Master..." Yun'er felt deeply moved. Although her master had pressured her to seek revenge for her father without ever considering her opinions, aside from that point, he had shown great care in other aspects. Take this matter for example; her master cared deeply for Fang Xiong but still sent him into danger to seize a divine weapon just to prepare a birthday gift for her.
"Yun'er, in three days it will be your birthday. Master misses you very much; you should go back and visit," Fang Xiong said with a hint of sadness in his tone. Since Yun'er entered Cloud Sea Sect, she had never returned home. Although there were letters exchanged, their contents were all about revenge, lacking any personal inquiries—almost like a relationship between subordinate and superior.
Fang Xiong understood that Master opposed Yun'er's feelings for Ye Tian and even issued a kill order against him, which created a rift between them despite their father-daughter-like bond. Although he did not fully agree with Master's actions, he recognized that Master was acting in Yun'er's best interest; how could they let an outsider disrupt their family harmony?
Moreover, Fang Xiong had secretly investigated Ye Tian's background and learned that he had an unknown fiancée. It wouldn't be easy for anyone to find her if she were abducted; how long would Yun'er have to wait?
Yun'er fell silent upon hearing this. She was merely upset with her master over Ye Tian's matter; how could she truly sever ties completely?
With a gentle sigh, Yun'er brushed aside her hair that had been tousled by the wind and said, "Senior Brother, I will go back. Please tell Master that Yun'er was wrong."
Fang Xiong patted her shoulder and said earnestly, "Yun'er, there is something I have been keeping from you along with Master, but I think it's time to tell you now. Master is getting older; although he still appears strong, he has begun to struggle against the backlash of his internal blood flow. It won't be long before..."
"What?!" Yun'er suddenly became agitated. She knew how violent her master's blood was, but she never expected it to be so violent that it could backfire. As someone who was like a daughter to him, she had failed to notice.
"Master..." Yun'er felt a deep sense of guilt. She was a strong woman, but at this moment, tears filled her eyes.
Fang Xiong was not good at comforting others; he simply continued to gently pat Yun'er's shoulder without saying a word.
After a moment, Yun'er forced herself to suppress her sadness, but the tear stains at the corners of her eyes were still wet. She softly asked, "Is there really no way?"
"There is a way, but..." Fang Xiong hesitated. He knew Yun'er's personality; if he told her the method, she would definitely risk her life to find that thing for her master.
"But what?" Yun'er asked eagerly.
"Forget it, it's better not to say anything," Fang Xiong began to regret mentioning it earlier.
"Senior Brother!" Yun'er became even more agitated. "Master's condition has already been concealed; are you now going to hide the treatment method as well? Have you all regarded me as an outsider?"
"Of course not, Yun'er, don't think like that. Rest assured, I will definitely find the medicine for Master," Fang Xiong quickly defended himself.
Yun'er did not respond and turned away.
Fang Xiong understood Yun'er very well, and he also felt that he did not have a hundred percent certainty in finding the medicine. If he didn't tell Yun'er, on the day Master left, she would probably fall into deep self-blame. As a disciple who could not fulfill her filial duty to her master was something Yun'er could not accept.
In other words, whether or not something could be found and whether or not one had tried to find it were two completely different concepts.
"Sigh..." Fang Xiong sighed deeply. After hesitating for a moment, he finally said, "Actually, Master didn't just ask me to seize Shadowless; there is another item that is very likely to be the medicine..."
Hearing this, Yun'er was greatly shaken. Shadowless was given to her by Duan Liu; if they were indeed after the treasure, then the other item should also be with Ye Tian and Duan Liu.
"Senior Brother, you wait for me here. I will go in and explain a few things, then we can set off." Yun'er was extremely anxious, only thinking about finding Ye Tian and the others as soon as possible to retrieve what was likely the medicinal catalyst to treat her master.
"Where to?" Fang Xiong asked with a puzzled expression. Yun'er had never been a capricious girl; how could she suddenly act this way? Did she have confidence in obtaining that item from Ye Tian and his companion?
Previously, Fang Xiong had encountered Ye Tian and Duan Liu on the way. It was clear that the treasure had been intercepted by them. However, considering Yun'er, Fang Xiong did not confront them, as any conflict with Ye Tian would only further cool the already strained relationship among the disciples and their master.
"I'm going to find Ye Tian." Yun'er had reached the door and said this without looking back, her words filled with excitement.
Fang Xiong felt relieved as well; judging by Yun'er's tone, it seemed that retrieving the item from Ye Tian would not be a difficult task.
Moments later, Yun'er came out again, followed by Cold Moon and Wine Kid. Given what had just happened, it was not safe for the two of them to stay behind, so they decided to go together.
Inside the house, a note was left stating that they would gather at the previous cave three days later. This was for Ye Tian's benefit, in case they missed each other; it would provide some information when Ye Tian and Duan Liu returned.
With everything settled, they set off towards Luoma Market. However, after walking for about ten miles, they encountered Ye Tian and Duan Liu coming towards them.
Ye Tian looked at everyone with a confused expression as Yun'er explained what had happened. They moved to a quiet spot by the roadside.
"Besides the Treasure Light Sword Hilt, which you referred to as Shadowless, there are also two Xumi Rings and one Spiritual Pill," Ye Tian said.
"Is there anything else in the Xumi Rings?" Yun'er asked.
Ye Tian shook his head, indicating that there was nothing inside the rings. It seemed that the Spiritual Pill was indeed the catalyst Fang Xiong mentioned that could save their master.
Yun'er did not hesitate and directly asked Ye Tian for it. She believed that her matter was far more important to Ye Tian than any treasure.
Of course, her assumption was correct; however, unfortunately for her, Ye Tian had already consumed that Spiritual Pill. Moreover, it was a pure Spiritual Pill meant to enhance spiritual power and cultivation, definitely not a medicinal catalyst.
Yun'er sighed lightly, knowing that Ye Tian would not deceive himself; it turned out to be another false hope.
Seeing Yun'er's haggard face, Ye Tian felt an inexplicable pain in his heart.
"What illness does your master have?" Ye Tian asked.
"My master's blood is too turbulent. Due to a misstep in his training during his early years, his body's endurance has greatly diminished, and now it has reached a point of backlash..." Yun'er detailed her master's condition to Ye Tian. She vaguely felt that this man she liked, who was not particularly tall or strong, was actually her most solid support.
"I might have a way," Ye Tian said after a moment of thought.
"Really?!" Yun'er exclaimed with joy.
"Of course it's true, but it's only a possibility; I can't guarantee the success rate," Ye Tian said seriously. The Spiritual Treasure Compendium contained numerous records about spiritual medicines, including some references to treating violent backlash, but whether it would be effective remained uncertain.
"What do we need to do?" Yun'er could hardly contain her excitement and asked eagerly.
Ye Tian explained that they needed to find medicinal catalysts. This type of Dan Pill could not be refined from just one kind of spiritual medicine; it required a combination of various spiritual herbs with complementary properties to be effective. Moreover, those spiritual herbs were of high grade and would likely be guarded by fierce beasts, making it a challenging task.
Seeing Ye Tian frown, Yun'er assumed he was reluctant to get involved in such trouble, and a sense of disappointment welled up in her heart.
Ye Tian noticed Yun'er's reaction and smiled gently, saying, "Don't worry about gathering a few spiritual herbs; even if it means going through fire and water, I will definitely help you."
Ye Tian, who had never been one for sweet words, surprisingly said such things. Although Yun'er was strong-willed, she nearly cried from the emotion. She knew this was not flattery but a heartfelt promise from Ye Tian.
"Hmph, clearly frowning," Yun'er teased playfully, though inside she was already overjoyed.
"Am I not allowed to have worries?" Ye Tian pretended to be displeased.
Yun'er smiled lightly upon hearing this. She had just listened to Duan Liu mention Ye Tian and Cold Yang's plan and understood why Ye Tian was troubled. The matter of rescuing Cold Frost and finding a medicinal guide for her master was intertwined, making it difficult for Ye Tian to choose.
However, Yun'er did not feel jealous because Ye Tian's difficulty in making a choice indicated something important: in Ye Tian's subconscious, she was already comparable to Cold Frost.
"Don't worry, you go ahead with your matters. It's not urgent on my master's side," Yun'er said understandingly.
Ye Tian looked at Yun'er gratefully. This was precisely the issue that troubled him; if there could be a delay on Yun'er's master's side, it would be perfect.
"Why are you looking at me like that? You're helping me, not the other way around," Yun'er said with a charming smile. The fact that Ye Tian felt guilty for not being able to help her immediately made her heart feel as if it were coated in honey.
The two exchanged smiles and fell silent.
That night, everyone hurriedly buried Uncle Zhu. Yun'er then told Ye Tian about some matters regarding the man in black. Ye Tian initially concluded that the person must undoubtedly be Wang Weiyang.
At midnight, in a room of the Qin Family at Luoma Market, candlelight flickered as Cold Yang opened the window and released a Message Bug into the sky.
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