Chapter 89 Invitation (Three)

  "Who wants to invite me?"

  "You'll know when you get there, just get in the car." The newcomer smiled and gestured for her to get in, but his arrogant words immediately froze his smile on his face.

  "I didn't know someone could be more arrogant than me! Hmph! You ask me to go, and I have to follow you? No way! I'm busy!" She turned around with her son in her arms, still fuming from earlier, and now this person dared to come and add fuel to the fire?

  "Uh... sir, sir..." She quickly ran a couple of steps to catch up with him. The man opened his arms to block her way, not knowing what to say or how to explain himself.

  "Get out! Don't make me kick you!" Just as she was about to stretch out her foot, that dead man had taken away her only hobby, she had to control herself, must control herself, and couldn't just kick "men" casually from now on.

  "Your Excellency, that..."

  He bypassed him, lightly ignoring him. The man behind him, seeing that there was no other way, could only loudly shout out, "I am from the Pharmaceutical Association, we will send someone to invite you."

  Qingkuang turned his head, and the man obviously thought victory was in sight. However, Qingkuang's answer directly sent him plummeting into an abyss.

  "Is that the Alchemist Association?" That's where that red-clothed woman who yelled at her is from, so she won't go there even more. "What's wrong with the Alchemist Association? Is the Alchemist Association not good enough? So what if I don't give you face today? Go back and tell your president, do you really think you're something? Even though I'm young, my strength is still evident! You want to invite me, the great Medicine Lord, but send only one person and a broken carriage? Is the Alchemist Association that poor? Besides! Do you think I care about your association? Even if it's your president who comes in person with an eight-man sedan chair to beg me, I—won't—go!"

  Watching the girl turn her head and leave, the man's face suddenly turned ugly. If he didn't invite her back, how would he explain it when he got back?

  There are many people who can't see clearly, and one by one they focus their attention on her, why does she look like a soft persimmon with a faint smile?

  "Mom, don't be angry~" Little Meatball gave her a kiss, his sparkling eyes looking up at her.

  "Mother will certainly not get angry with these little people, let's go for a walk." Thinking that the glutton has also been out for a long time, just bring him along!

  As soon as he came out, the glutton's eyes were filled with tears, his eyes full of accusation, he was so hungry! He sniffled his little nose and looked at him pitifully. "Master, waaah, I'm so hungry~"

  He looked at her with moist eyes, and she felt a pang of heartache all of a sudden. She had indeed locked up this foodie for too long.

  "Alright, don't cry anymore, I'll take you out to eat now, okay?"

  "It's going to take a lot..."

  "Good!"

  "Choose whatever you like."

  "Good!"

  "Take it away if you can't finish eating!"

  "Good!"

  The comforted foodie was immediately satisfied, and the two paws hugged her legs and rubbed against them, looking up with a small face and saying "Master, you're so good!"

  Look at that gluttonous appearance, with a sense of recklessness and abandon, not like a cat, what's with the rubbing! And you're really good at deceiving people! How can you be so radiant just by getting some sunlight?

  It climbed onto Qing Kuang's shoulder in the blink of an eye, turned its small head and began to haggle, "Master, give me a fruit first ~"

  "No way!"

  "Give me some, give me some, I haven't had a good meal in a long time~"

  "At first you chose ten, now there aren't any."

  "Wooo, Master, don't you like me anymore?" Not even giving him delicious food, thinking about not being able to eat the red fruit, his big round eyes dropped down with a plop, looking so wronged that he didn't seem like a divine beast at all?

  "Alright, stop crying, I'll give it to you." To him, the deep feeling of helplessness was unbearable, why did he have to be so stubborn?

  He was satisfied and content, holding the fruit of life with both paws, taking a deep sniff, sticking out his pink little tongue to lick it all over, covering the fruit with saliva, but couldn't bear to take a bite, because once he ate it, it would be gone.

  Look at that funny look, and the more arrogant the better, speechless, "Eat, eat, finish it and I'll give you more." No need to be stingy with what one raises oneself.

  As soon as he heard this, the glutton's big eyes widened into circles. "Really? Master, you're so good~" Suddenly, a certain foodie couldn't help but laugh with tears in his eyes, and he took a big bite, his cheeks bulging out, savoring the flavor, with sauce dripping onto his beard.

  The night market in the imperial capital is still very lively, with people's voices and vendors' calls ringing in one's ears.

  "Master, I want this one, that one, and that one, and a bit more of that..." The gourmet stared at the shopkeeper with greedy eyes, afraid of being shortchanged. The shopkeepers looked at him with amusement, and gave him generous portions.

  The whole street was swept from head to toe by the foodies, and some foodies were finally satisfied, chatting with her in high spirits.

  She walked all the way to the gate of the palace, and when the guard saw that she had returned, he didn't even check her waist card or anything, but simply let her pass, only taking a few more glances at the beast on her shoulder.

  "Beneath the Light Insane Pavilion!" They instinctively showed respect for the strong or noble.

  "Mm." He nodded slightly and walked in with a gentle swagger.

  After she left, the guards whispered to each other, "The young master of Qingkuang Pavilion is really a good person!"

  "Yes, yes, every time they greet us, not a bit of temper, unlike some people who have an air of superiority..."

  "Is it..."

  Returning to the palace prepared for her, they had eaten lightly outside just now, so they washed up directly. Early on when she moved in, all the palace maids by her side were withdrawn by her, and no matter what she did, there was always someone watching, which made her feel very uncomfortable.

  What makes Qing Kuang most satisfied is the small bathtub in the purple jade house. Not only is it running water, but the temperature is also just right. After a busy day, taking a bath is truly the most comfortable thing! Qing Kuang strips Huier naked and gets in himself, letting out a deep breath as he washes his precious son clean. As for the mark on her collarbone, she hasn't thought about digging it up, but why bother making things difficult for herself? She'll just leave it be!

  Mei Mei took a bath, gently scrubbed and rubbed her soft little belly, then hugged him to sleep.

  That night, rumors about the Nan Gong family spread rapidly. How ruthless and unscrupulous, abandoning their own daughter, how shameless, insisting on getting involved with the Xiaoyao Empire's Xiao Zun just because they shared a name with his daughter, trying to cling to fame by association. As a result, the Nan Gong family's reputation plummeted, not only suffering cold shoulders in the imperial capital but also affecting their business across the entire Xiaoyao Empire. Tsk tsk, this is truly a case of losing a chicken and gaining nothing but millet!

  The Nangong family would not have been considered by the carefree, if everyone had gotten along peacefully and the well water did not offend the river water, she really would not have gone to find their fault on her own initiative, but the mistake was that they should not have shifted their attention to her.

  The second day had just dawned, and Qing Kuang was already up. It was going to be another great day! After washing up lightly, he picked up the little ball of flesh that had been sleeping warmly all night, and gave his chubby little face two big kisses. Only then did Xuan Xi reluctantly half-open his eyes.

  "Mom..." Rubbing her eyes, the little ball of meat let out a yawn, nuzzled her neck, and closed them again.

  The sunlight outside is just right, listening to the neat and uniform footsteps outside, she looks at her son's drowsy eyes, this is the day she should have! Even the air has a taste of freedom.

  "Your Highness, are you awake?" The palace maid asked cautiously from outside the door.

  "Come on in!"

  "Yes!" Six palace maids came in, each holding a food box. Before long, they quickly arranged everything on the table. "Young Master Qingkuang, please have your breakfast first!"

  "Thank you!" After dressing the little boy and wiping his face, he led him to the table.

  The mother and son took turns eating, savoring the warmth of their breakfast together. Just as they were swallowing their last bites, the four members of the Huangfu family arrived again, this time with an additional person in tow. With a hint of arrogance, they couldn't help but make some snide remarks, and it seemed they had come to stir up trouble.

  "Hahaha, lightly madam, I came uninvited, don't be offended!" Huangfu Xiang walked in first, the palace maid beside him hastily asked for instructions and then withdrew everything.

  "Long live Your Imperial Majesty!"

  "Alright, alright, I've told you many times already, no need to bow!"

  "Good morning, lightly insane."

  "Are we disturbing your meal?" Huang Fu Mingbo said with some embarrassment, it was their oversight.

  "You're early too, just in time." After rinsing his mouth, he casually took out a handkerchief to wipe his lips, looking at them.

  "We came to find you today, wanting you to solve the mystery of Ruo's poison." Huangfu Ming looked at her with a firm gaze. They had discussed it for many days and still decided to detoxify. After all, waiting like this was just waiting for death, so they might as well try to grasp a thread of life.

  "Have you thought it through?"

  "I've made up my mind!" Huangfu Mingyuan spoke on her behalf, making the decision, while Huangfu Mingruo, who had been somewhat timid, walked forward and nodded firmly.

  "What does His Majesty the Emperor mean?" This matter was settled like this, but she had to ask her father's opinion.

  "This is the result of their discussion, and I naturally agree with it." Huangfu Xiang nodded in agreement, but it was clear that he wasn't close to this child. Ever since she grew up and discovered her differences from others, she became increasingly quiet. As a princess of the imperial family, she wasn't someone who could be bullied by just anyone, yet she still didn't like playing with others and always kept to herself. If she could truly be cured of her muteness and speak normally like other people, that would also alleviate one of his heartaches. Moreover, he was eager to witness the effectiveness of this small medicine cauldron for himself, having heard many rumors about it beforehand.

  Since everyone agreed, she should get ready! Since seeing Lian Cheng's set of knives, she also took the time to make a set, which is more complete and convenient.

  Prepare the herbs and tools, lightly lift your head, and look at these people who are still here. "Aren't you leaving?"

  "We'll be with Ming Ruo." Huang Fu Mingyuan held his sister's hand and kept encouraging her.

  "It's going to be bloody!"

  "That's nothing to be afraid of!" He had seen all sorts of bloody scenes, although thinking about it made him uncomfortable, but he had to stay by his sister's side, otherwise this timid girl would definitely be scared.

  "I hope you will leave."

  "Just let us stay... lightly arrogant..." Huangfu Mingbo saw their changed expressions and also begged for mercy.

  "I insist!" What she said before was just not confident, but didn't want to be too full of herself, after all, anything unexpected could happen. Of course, the most important thing is that she will use the Life Spring Water during the treatment process, which is her deepest secret that she doesn't want to expose to others.

  Seeing the scene was a bit awkward, Huangfu Xiang hurriedly mediated, "Since Qingkuang Pavilion said so, let's go out first! Don't delay Mingruo's illness." Originally wanted to watch some excitement, but each alchemist had something that couldn't be revealed outside, so it was reasonable for them to leave.

  Huangfu Mingyu was reluctant to let go, afraid that once he loosened his grip, it would be a farewell. Although his rational mind had confidence in Xiaofeng's abilities, emotionally, he couldn't help but worry. Looking at his sister's somewhat pale face, her eyes fixed on him, with the same reluctance and longing, their clasped hands were unwilling to part.

  It's not a matter of life and death, why make it so hard to part with each other, as if they would never see each other again. Sighing, Qing felt that she should give them some reassurance after all!

  "I'll keep her safe!"

  Everyone's gaze suddenly focused on her, really can be safe and sound? Huangfu Mingbo also looked at her nervously, but then thought that she had guaranteed to cure Lian Cheng's instructor with such confidence back then, and in the end, she really succeeded. Suddenly, his heart relaxed a little.

  "Brother, I believe her!" He knew that the emperor and Ming Ruo's feelings were the best, after all, they were eight years apart, and Ming Ruo was someone he had watched grow up. This familial bond was naturally thicker than theirs, so he could only try to comfort him.

  Don't look at Huangfu Mingruo, who has always been in a weak position. He seems to be weak and vulnerable, but he is actually getting stronger. In the end, it was still Huangfu Mingruo who let go of his brother's hand first, wiped away his tears, and patted him on the shoulder to comfort him.

  It wasn't until they had all left that Qing Kuang finally came to Huang Fu Ming Ruo's side, "Go lie down on the couch over there."

  The little girl obediently lay down, her big eyes watching her movements, seeing her turn back, like a startled rabbit, then smiled shyly.

  She knew she was afraid, so Liang Ke smiled reassuringly and walked up to her with a handful of spiritual herbs. "Don't be scared, I won't hurt you, trust me, okay? Just sleep for now, when you wake up, you'll see them again. After you recover from your illness, you can speak out loud, call whoever you want, tell stories and sing songs to them..."

  Qingkuang comforted her while lighting the divine grass. As wisps of white smoke enveloped her nose, Huangfu Mingjia's hand, which had been tightly gripping his hem, slowly relaxed, and her eyes also grew drowsy and closed.

  Lay the person on their side, gently brush her hair forward, and carefully feel the position of the bone. The neck is also a vital part of the human body, and slight carelessness can lead to disaster. Moreover, the conditions here are too harsh, and many things are not complete. However, since she promised, either don't do it, or if she does, she will do her best!

  Wash your hands, take the alcohol and wipe her neck, carefully doing it meticulously. The Life Spring water that was taken out earlier has been diluted by her, hoping that the efficacy won't be too fast. Take out a small knife, carefully disinfect it, aim at the protruding bone, and cut down neatly. Blood immediately flowed out along the white skin, and Huang Fu Ming Ruo's body instinctively moved again, then quieted down.

  Even with mental preparation, the actual situation was more severe than she had imagined. The toxins were all concentrated in front of her throat bone, which made it even harder for her to make a cut. She freed up one hand and dripped the diluted Life Spring Water onto the wound, and indeed, the wound slowly began to heal and stopped bleeding. Taking advantage of the slow healing speed, she made another cut, until the black bony lump was exposed, then carefully avoided her cervical vertebrae and continued to make cuts.

  Inside, Liang Kuang is carefully treating the wound. Outside, several people are anxiously pacing back and forth. At first, they could still hear some voices, but now there's complete silence.

  Huangfu Mingyuan walked a few circles and sat down again, his face cold, emitting an aura that warned others to keep their distance. How was Mingruo doing now? Was it going smoothly? Was it painful? Would there be any unexpected events? No, no, it wouldn't happen... Mingruo would definitely be safe and sound, and the Lightcave Sect had promised to ensure his safety. But he still couldn't help but worry! He had barely sat down for a moment before standing up again.

  "The Crown Prince, as a ruler, must never have a chaotic mind!" Huangfu Xiang looked at him with a warning gaze.

  "The Emperor's teachings are." Huangfu Mingyuan's body stiffened, and he sat down honestly, but the tightly clenched fist and bulging blue veins still revealed his emotions.

  The delicate operation in the hall was fully focused on cutting down, the hard block had been found, and what remained was to carefully remove it. After a long time of maintaining an action, her fingers were slightly cramped. When she cut halfway through, the hard block loosened, leaving only a small part connected. The Life Spring Water dripped again, and finally, the hard block was dug out by her.

  Her heart had been tense all along, and she finally let out a slight sigh of relief. Afraid that someone might suspect something, she chose to sew up the wound, applied medicine carefully and bandaged it well. After washing off the bloodstains on her hands, she rubbed her sore waist before standing up.

  Xuan Xi, who had been watching her from the side, looked at her with concern and asked, "Mother, are you tired?"

  "It's okay, just take a rest." Squatting down, she let her little boy wipe the sweat for her with his small hands. Her precious son was so considerate, who said only daughters were sweet and thoughtful, her son wasn't bad either!

  People who have been paying attention to the movement inside all pricked up their ears. Are there voices? Is it over?

  "Come in!" At once, several people rushed in as if they had been granted a great amnesty. The first thing that caught their eyes was the bloodstained floor, some disheveled herbs, and an indescribable smell mixed with the stench of blood.

  Huangfu Mingyu walked up quickly, looking at the person on the couch with a heartache. The small face had lost too much blood and was already pale, with a white cloth wrapped around his neck. If not for the weak breathing, he would have thought...

  "Lightly knock on her door, why hasn't she woken up yet?"

  "After all, a woman can't compare to a man. I was worried she'd be in pain, so I used a lot of anesthetic herbs. She probably won't wake up until tonight." He sat down on the chair beside him and explained lightly.

  "But what's to be done now, this bloodstain..."

  "Let's get someone else to change her! But don't touch her head, it's not suitable to move her now."

  The palace maid was about to step forward when she was interrupted by Huangfu Mingyuan. These palace maids were rough and clumsy, what if they accidentally hurt Ming Ruo? He carefully changed the silk fabrics stained with blood, his movements so gentle that he barely touched her at all.

  "Thank you, General. Ming Ruo's life was saved by you. I really don't know how to thank you." After all, she is his daughter, and if he can't see her again from now on, he will be heartbroken too.

  "It's unnecessary." She didn't need their thanks in the first place.

  "Light Madness, you said that Ming Ruo will be able to speak later?" Light Madness was very confident, but he still wanted to confirm again, and Huang Fu Ming Bo asked.

  "Ah, that's the one taken from her body. If it hadn't been removed, she would have suffocated to death if it had continued to grow. Now she is just very weak and has no major problems. In the future, speaking and making sounds will be possible, but you need to be patient, after all, she hasn't spoken in so many years, maybe it won't meet your expectations."

  "It doesn't matter, even if she can't speak, as long as she's still alive, that's all that matters. Thank you, thank you..." Looking at the disgusting black lump, Huang Fu Mingyan averted his eyes. Is it poison? The Light and Crazy Pavilion said it was a poison that had been accumulating for many years. Who could have done such a thing? He would never let this person off, never!"

  The atmosphere in the palace was somewhat oppressive for a while, and some of the palace maids had already opened the windows to disperse the bloody smell that filled the room.

  At this moment, a hurried footsteps came from outside the palace, and soon a palace staff came in to report, "Your Majesty, the president of the Medicine Association has come to invite Lightcrazy Pavilion, and is waiting outside the palace."

  Everyone's eyes were on her, what did the pharmacist learn? Looking at the arrogant face that was starting to look bad, could it be that she still resented that red-clothed girl?

  "Lightly madam, if you don't want to go, I'll help you decline......" Huangfu Xiang looked at her with an expression that didn't seem right, thinking about how to return the favor.

  "Thank you for your kindness, but I'd like to see what they're up to?" She had never had a good impression of that pharmacist association, and now they dared to provoke her?

  He picked up his son, his eyes gleaming with a cold light, and followed the palace staff out. Beside him, Huangfu Mingbo and Huangfu Mingjia finished their report to the Emperor and also followed suit.

  After passing through the palace, what appeared before her eyes was still a huge sedan chair. Sixteen big men stopped on both sides, and people wearing the same clothes were also waiting there, even the red-clothed woman who had troubled her last time was there too.

  She snorted, even more disgusted with them now. Were they going to use her own words against her? She had said eight carriers, but this Medicine Master actually found a sixteen-man sedan chair, deliberately trying to overwhelm her and add to her troubles!

  Walking up to them, Liang Ke also didn't have a good expression on her face. She coldly said her catchphrase, "If you've got something to say, say it; if not, then get lost!"

  This woman is so rude, they are dignified members of the Pharmacists' Association, and who dares not to give them face across the entire continent? Many people have benefited from the Pharmacists' Association, and there are countless people willing to die for them. Moreover, today's President has personally arrived, how can this girl not put the President in her eyes? Instantly, many people were filled with righteous indignation, looking at her with disapproval.

  "Haha, indeed a hero emerges in his youth!" An old man with a dark blue robe spoke first, his white beard was quite distinctive, and he looked a bit stout, but seemed to be in high spirits.

  "Hey! My grandfather is talking to you, didn't you hear? You uncouth fellow..." The red-clad woman scolded with a tone of displeasure.

  "Alright, Hong Luan, don't be rude." The old man scolded her with his words, but the proud and upright posture was clearly waiting for Qing Kuang to speak to him.

  "Just because you talk to me, I have to respond? Is it like if a dog on the street barks at me, I also have to greet it and say hello?" She didn't want to cause trouble, but there were people who just wouldn't let go of her, treating her as if she was easy to bully.

  Onlookers snickered a few times, and the pharmacists' association people became even more indignant. Even the old man's smile at the corner of his mouth disappeared.

  "How dare you scold me!" A woman named Hong Juan pointed at her with one hand and shouted.

  "Don't misinterpret, I was just making an analogy. Are your ears or brain sick? This is a disease! It needs to be cured, and I think the prestigious Medical Association shouldn't be unable to cure even such minor ailments!"

  "Are... are..." Is this still the same person who was driven away by her?

  "Hey, how can you talk like that! Our Pharmaceutical Association came to invite you with good intentions, and this is the attitude you show?" A plain-looking man spoke up to scold her, while also giving the red-clothed woman a conciliatory glance.

  "I'm saying it again, if you invite me, I have to go?" As he said this, his arrogant expression was already quite impatient.

  "Shut up, all of you! Cough, hello, I am the president of the Pharmacist Association. This time, I'm here to specially invite you to be a guest at our association." The old man said with a suppressed dissatisfaction and a hint of a smile.

  "Don't go!"

  Obviously, the old man did not expect that in front of so many people, the girl would also refuse so bluntly.

  "How dare you! My grandfather is the president of the Pharmaceutical Association, a renowned pharmacist, and you still have the nerve to show off in front of me?" When talking about her own grandfather, Hong Lian's face was filled with admiration, but when facing Lin Feng, it changed to disdain.

  "What the hell are you, worthy of talking to me? Who among you here can stand on an equal footing with me and talk to me? If your family didn't teach you well, I don't mind coming over myself! And let me make one thing clear, just because I'm giving you a three-part chance doesn't mean I'm afraid of you. Take a good hard look at yourself and see if you're worthy of speaking to me, got it?!"

  "She's just a kid, don't..."

  "I think you're not old enough to have senile dementia yet! Stop calling me 'you' all the time, I'm Yaozun, and you're just Yaosheng. Do I need to teach you how to address me? Or are you relying on your age to act arrogant? These people's calculations are really precise! They think she's some kind of ignorant young girl who can't see through their tricks? Many things in this world are driven by self-interest, if it weren't for her status as Yaozun, would these people keep coming to invite her again and again?"

  At the gate of the palace, more and more people gathered to watch the commotion. Upon hearing this, they were secretly shocked: Good heavens! What a big mouth this young girl has!

  The old man's face changed again and again. This girl is so troublesome, if it weren't for her being Medicine Honored, he would have lost his face to ask her? Humph, wait until she's deceived back to the Medicine Master Association, learn her alchemy skills, with his many years of experience, sooner or later he will also become Medicine Honored. At that time, he can just kick her away and kill someone with ease. Now, he must endure, endure!

  "Minister... sir, I am the president of the Pharmaceutical Association, and I cordially invite you to visit our association. How do you feel about it?" It had been many years since he last addressed someone as "sir", and he was not used to calling people that way.

  "Are you really deaf? I said - no - go! Can't you hear?"

  "Uh... actually, our intention is that everyone follows the principle of exchange and discussion, and together makes progress in refining elixirs, which is why we wanted to invite you."

  "Oh? Principles of exchange and discussion? You think you have something worth me learning from? It can't be that inviting me is false, but stealing my skills is true?! No, no, no! Your granddaughter looks down on me, the renowned Medicine Master Association! I'm really nervous in my heart..."

  "Haha, how could that be? You're joking, sir......" The old man chuckled dryly, his face embarrassed. So many people were watching, after all! He couldn't lose the reputation of the Medicine Master Association.

  "This is true or false, I'm clear in my heart, everyone else isn't stupid either, the little thoughts in your hearts are almost written on your faces. I just wonder, how can some people's skin be so thick? The young girl looked at everyone with a puzzled and playful expression, it's really funny! They're all respected pharmacists, what do they come to your place to learn? Is this the attitude they want to ask for guidance? Now everyone is waiting with bated breath for the pharmacist's response."

  "Hmph! You call yourself Medicine Master, do you think I'll believe it? Dare to compete with me in alchemy?" The red-clothed woman saw her most respected grandfather being spoken of like that, how could she agree?

  "Mind your own business and don't go around spreading rumors, or you'll see me turn against you, humph!"

  "Who are you scolding?"

  "What's wrong with scolding you? You owe it! You deserve it! Have your eyes grown to the back of your head? Don't you know there are some people you can't mess with, and you're not capable of messing with them either?! Now disappear from my sight immediately, or else I'll beat you up every time I see you!"

  "You...... you......"

  "What's wrong with you! Get out of here! And you guys, I'm sick of looking at you!"

  The negotiations fell through, and the president of the Pharmaceutical Association could no longer pretend to be polite. He warned in a low voice, "Don't be too arrogant, you're still young, don't get yourself into trouble. The Pharmaceutical Association has been deeply rooted on this continent for hundreds of years, with branches intertwined. You'd better not refuse an offer of wine and then drink the penalty wine."

  "I'll tell you, the Yangtze River's waves push forward, one after another. The Medicine Master's sect is now nothing but a setting sun on the western mountain. Even if you were once glorious, what does it matter? Human hearts are often the hardest to fathom. Who knows whether one day the Medicine Master's sect will decline and end up in a situation where everyone gangs up against them?"

  "Nonsense!"

  "Then we'll wait and see!" There is no power that can prosper forever. Judging from the daily behavior of the Medicine Master Association, not only are they arrogant and domineering, but they have also secretly offended countless people. Water can carry a boat, but it can also capsize it. Hundreds of years ago, the Medicine Master Association was able to rise, so it will also decline, and then new powers will replace it.

  "Hmph! Let's go!" The abacus calculation didn't work out, and they even lost face. The Pharmaceutical Association is really losing face.

  A large crowd of people walked away in anger, and the giant sedan chair carried by sixteen people became the biggest laughing stock.

  "Alright, let's head back! Just now, Father Emperor sent someone to say that there seems to be some urgent matter!" Huangfu Mingbo looked at this arrogant and strong-willed young girl, his eyes full of admiration.

  She gathered her whole body's momentum, lightly smiled and nodded. To friends, she would never be stingy with her kindness. "Good."

  Following Huangfu Mingbo to the Policy Hall, he found that several heads of aristocratic families, ministers and generals were all there.

  "Lightly insane..."

  "Lightly insane..."

  "Under the Light Pavilion..."

  Looking at their serious faces one by one, what happened?

  "Please sit down, we are discussing a major matter." The smile that Huangfu Xiang had been wearing all along also disappeared, looking even more furious, disgusted and hateful.

  "What happened? Tell me." She sat on a chair with her son in her arms, waiting for someone to speak first.

  "It's like this, Your Highness. Recently we received news that a large number of demons have been discovered at the intersection of the four countries. They are committing all sorts of evil deeds, killing people indiscriminately, and driving magical beasts to harass the common folk. Now they've started spreading towards the direction of the four countries..." Crown Prince Huangfu Mingjian explained, his brow furrowed with concern throughout.

  The movement of the slender hand that was carefully listening paused, and his expression also became obscure. The Demon Clan? How could the Demon Clan appear in the human world, was it that man?

  "These demons live on a diet of raw flesh and blood, feeding exclusively on human meat. Their eyes are larger than bronze bells, shining with an eerie green light. Their long fangs seem to send shivers down one's spine, and they stand at an astonishing five meters tall, their bodies covered in thick fur..." A trembling official spoke, his eyes filled with fear.

  Copper bells? Green light? Fangs? And fur? This is completely different from that man! Listening to their hateful tone, I really don't know what they would think if they knew she not only knows the demon tribe but also slept with them and had a child. Looking closely at her precious son's appearance, it doesn't match what they said at all! Are they talking about the demon tribe she has seen?

  Xuan Xi looked at these ignorant humans with disdain. Some lower demons from the demon realm had scared them to this extent, truly useless!

  "So now, to prevent the Demon Clan from harming us, all four countries will send their strongest warriors to the Rocky Desert to stop them. We've come to ask you to join them as well. Your own strength aside, your status as a Medicine Sage can give them hope for survival. So I hope you'll go with them." Huangfu Xiang gazed intently at her, not missing any of her expressions.

  Is it the Demon Clan? She didn't want to see them, but seeing that they were all expecting her, she hesitated.

  "Please take care of yourself, goodbye..."

  "You're welcome!"

  "Alright, I'll go!" What's the big deal? Last time it was clearly cut off. "But I need to prepare some things first."

  Since she agreed, who would dare say no? Huangfu Xiang also felt at ease, "Do you need me to find someone to help you?"

  "No need. Just tell me the departure time."

  "Tomorrow afternoon, gather at the altar platform. The situation is very serious now, so I will send you there with the transmission array method."

  "Well, I'll take my leave first." She didn't know when she could come back, and she had to go find Lian Cheng.

  They had just exited the palace gates when Xuan Xi patted her hand and said, "Those aren't demons."

  "Huh?" Looking at the baby in her arms, oh yeah! Her son is a demon after all!

  "What they said were not demons at all, but just the lowest creatures in the demon world."

  "Mmm-hmm, and then?" No one knew better than her precious son.

  "Although I don't know what brought these demons to the human world, even if they are low-level demons, they are not something that ordinary humans can handle. But Mother, rest assured, I am a demon child, and I will protect you!" The big eyes looked into hers, now Xuan Xi's thoughts were clear and logical, where was the usual spoiled look?

  "Alright, Xi'er protect mother." She kissed him heavily twice, how could she let her son protect her? But who knows what the future holds?

  He leaned his small head against her chest, Xuan Xi thought seriously, as long as it was a low-level demon, he wouldn't even bother to look at it. He was the Demon Son, the future Demon Lord, and whether it was the demon tribe or demons, who dared not listen to his orders?

  With his son, Lian Kuang quickly arrived at the Imperial Academy's courtyard. Looking at the person who suddenly appeared, Lian Cheng was very surprised, wasn't he in the imperial palace? When did he come back?

  "Looking for me with something on your mind?" As the saying goes, "No trivial matters are discussed in the Temple of Three Treasures", this is exactly what kind of person he is.

  "I need your help with something."

  "He would never shirk." This was what he had promised, and he would definitely put it into practice.

  "I'm going to the Gobi Desert, I don't know when I'll be back."

  "Are you going?" He also received the invitation, but he refused. Not that he was afraid of death or anything, it's just that he wasn't interested in those bloody battles. Other people's lives and deaths had nothing to do with him. What he wanted was to pick herbs every day and refine his elixir.

  "Uh-huh."

  "It's very dangerous."

  "I've already promised."

  "What did you look for me for?"

  "Looking for you to refine the elixir."

  "Don't be kidding." Qing Kuang was a medicine master, how could he need him to refine the pill?

  "Not for me, but I'd like to ask you to refine pills for the Kuangsha Pavilion when I'm not around. Can you do that?" If it's just once, it's fine, but if it takes a long time, the Kuangsha Pavilion's pill supply won't be enough, and all our efforts will be in vain.

  Lian Cheng was also an extremely intelligent person, he devoted himself to studying medicinal herbs, but that didn't mean he knew about things outside of that. Now, as soon as he thought about the name "Kuang Sha Tang", his mind suddenly cleared up, "Is Kuang Sha Tang yours?"

  "Yes."

  "Unexpected, yet reasonable." He didn't expect that the infamous Crazy Massacre Pavilion in the Imperial Capital was actually hers. The Crazy Massacre Pavilion used elixirs as bait to recruit countless powerful individuals, with numerous industries and even expanding into other three countries, but nobody knew who the mysterious master of the pavilion was. Now that he thought about it again, with her alchemy skills, she did have the ability to develop such a power.

  However, what outsiders know about Kuangsha Pavilion is only the tip of the iceberg, and its true strength has not been revealed until now!

  "Will you help or not?" She still needs to go to Kuangsha Hall after settling this.

  "Don't worry, it's just those eighth-grade pills..."

  "That's settled then. I'll leave the Eighth-Rank Dan for you, and the precious herbs you need to refine it will be provided by the Savage Slaughter Pavilion."

  "Oh? This is a good thing for me!" I suppose the herbs in the Crazy Slaughter Pavilion are very rare and precious!

  "Thanks anyway."

  "Between you and me, no need for formalities."

  "It's done." After handing over, she came and went in a hurry, feeling relieved after completing one thing on her mind.

  Jumping into the crazy slaughter pavilion, lightly crazy or old rules. Lou Xuanlan saw her and had a number in her heart, definitely something was up, otherwise the master would not come easily.

  "One thing, I'll say it and leave. I'm going on a long journey, and I've left a few bottles of Eight Treasure Elixir here, but be sure to use them sparingly, best if you can save them until I return. And if I don't return in time, I've already entrusted the matter of refining elixirs to Lian Cheng of the Imperial Academy, he's from the Medicine Sect, so there shouldn't be any problems, you can provide him with herbs just like you did for me before."

  "Yes."

  "There's also a slowdown in the expansion of our forces, mainly focusing on each country's capital. I don't want any unexpected repercussions to affect the Kyouzetsu Hall, got it? If there really are demons invading the city, then the capital should be the last to fall."

  "Yes."

  "Alright, that's all. Oh right, I was thinking of finding a substitute in Building South earlier." Qing Kuang had just thought of leaving when he suddenly remembered the fake Lou Yunlan he met in Building South.

  "Actually discovered by the master? Hehe, at that time I didn't want people to know I was still alive, and then discover my identity. After all, a careful journey lasts for ten thousand years." Lou Yinglan smiled awkwardly, he had already abandoned his prince identity, so he couldn't bring trouble to Kuangsha Pavilion because of that identity again.

  "Not bad, I really found the right person at first! This person has charisma and brains, many things can be done according to her will without her explicit instructions. Really not bad! Of course, her vision has always been very good too."

  "Thank you for your praise, Master. Please be careful with everything." He knew that even if he said a hundred words to stop her, the master would not listen, and all he could do was hope for her safe return.

  "Don't worry!"

  Looking at the departing figure, Lou Xinglan's eyes turned cold. The Pharmaceutical Association! After careful consideration, let's wait and see! If the master had just quarreled with them today, they would have gotten into trouble, and it's inevitable that someone would think too much, which would bring trouble to the master. Let's wait a little longer, if he has ulterior motives towards the master, he will definitely not let them off!

  Back in the palace, her original residence "Zi Liu Yu" had been given to Huangfu Mingruo. As early as the afternoon, someone had moved all her things to another palace. Liang Ke was packing up when she heard footsteps and turned around to see Crown Prince Huangfu Mingyuan.

  "What's up? Hurry up and say it, I'm busy now." Not just hers, but also Xi'er's clothes to bring a little more, and Bao's snacks, her herbs, tools...

  Seeing her so busy, Huangfu Mingyuan felt embarrassed to disturb her, but since it concerned his sister, he still had to ask clearly. "Qingkuang Pavilion, I want to ask, if you leave, what about Mingruo's injury?"

  "The poison has been expelled, and from now on, just take good care of her. Don't move her recently, and give her liquid food to eat. The action of swallowing is too big, which will increase her burden. I have also prepared the medicine for external application, even if it's another doctor."

  Huangfu Mingyuan listened attentively and remembered it in her heart, until she finished speaking, and was still collecting herself, so it wasn't good to disturb her again. "Thank you, then I'll take my leave of Lightcavalry Pavilion."

  "Uh-huh."

  Always busy until the lanterns are first lit, whether it's useful or useless, all are brought along.

  The next day, early in the morning, someone invited her to go to the altar on that side. When she arrived there, what entered her eyes was a sea of people, many of whom she didn't recognize. However, judging from their calm and composed aura, they were all strong individuals, at least much stronger than she currently was. It was clear that everyone knew why they had come, and the atmosphere remained gloomy throughout.

  However, she didn't expect Ximen Qingxuan and the others to go as well. After all, these few are all next-generation masters of their families. If something really happened, then things would be serious.

  "Haha, lightly crazy! Seeing you makes me feel at ease." Ximen Yunxiang sidled over, smiling ingratiatingly. With Light Crazy around, it was equivalent to having the best guarantee. This was different from their usual petty squabbles; he still valued his life highly.

  "Lightly crazy!" The remaining three people also greeted her, and two girls "didn't follow".

  "Dongfang, Beiting, Mingbo."

  When the horn sounded, it immediately caught everyone's attention. Huangfu Xiang stood solemnly on the high platform, without extra words, but said what was in his heart, "I hope you all return safely, start the battle!"

  At this moment, the feet of everyone began to shine brightly, similar to that time in Death Valley, with a burst of golden light. Everyone slowly disappeared on the altar, while Qingkuang, who was in the midst of the formation, was originally very calm, thinking about how to deal with the demon if they encountered it. Unexpectedly, the formation suddenly transmitted a violent shockwave, and his entire body was twisted, with cries of pain coming from all around, presumably everyone's situation was similar. Suddenly, a white light flashed before his eyes, "Boom", the entire formation exploded.

  What happened after all?