Tian Fei Rong's foolish antics amused Gu Yao. Seeing Gu Yao's reaction, Chi Changye also felt relieved. He had never had any contact with the miscellaneous disciples with Four Spirit Roots within the sect. He was worried that Gu Yao might take offense, but seeing him quickly show a relieved expression, Chi Changye believed that Gu Yao's character could support him on a longer journey.
On the path of cultivation, it's not solely about aptitude. In the cultivation world he inhabited, there were still cultivators with Five Spirit Roots forming Nascent Infants. While aptitude is essential, spiritual luck can also determine a cultivator's destiny.
After Tian Fei Rong had his fill of fun, he let go of Chi Changye's hand. Turning to Gu Yao, he said, "I even brought the fire vein stones needed for alchemy. Gu Yao, from now on, just call me Second Brother Tian. Drop the 'Second Young Master.' Once you use up these fire vein stones, I'll bring more for you."
Fire vein stones are extracted from the earth's fire veins. Through special techniques, the fiery essence within can be extracted for alchemy and artifact refinement. When the fiery essence is depleted, it becomes useless. Fire vein stones also vary in quality, but the ones Tian Fei Rong brought were enough for Gu Yao's use, saving him the trouble of renting a fire room elsewhere.
After receiving the fire vein stones, Gu Yao happily said, "Alright, Second Brother Tian. I won't stand on ceremony with Second Brother Tian in the future."
The more he interacted with this person, the more it overturned his previous impression of Second Young Master Tian. He didn't know how the title of a playboy had spread about him. Comparatively, this was much better than the pretentious Gu Yan and the arrogant and overbearing twins.
Gu Yao thought for a moment, then took out two porcelain bottles and handed them over. "This is a poison I concocted and its antidote. Just break the bottle, and the liquid will evaporate on its own, penetrating the skin of anyone within the diffusion range without harm to their lives. However, it will cause festering wounds. So, be cautious when using it."
Tian Fei Rong's hand trembled as the porcelain bottle almost slipped from his grasp. Startled, he quickly tightened his grip. Looking at Gu Yao's calm expression, he couldn't help but admire. Wiping the cold sweat off his forehead, he chuckled, "The effect sounds terrifying, especially for young ladies. It could be fatal. I wonder which unlucky soul might encounter it."
Thinking about it, it seemed quite interesting. Tian Second Young Master chuckled mischievously again.
Tian Second Young Master Zheng gathered them up and, as he left, said, "If there are any more special potions like this in the future, don't forget to save me a portion." Whoever dares to mock him, Second Young Master Tian, he will... throw a porcelain bottle of poison!
Seeing Chi Changye looking at him, Gu Yao blinked and took out two more bottles. "Big Brother Night, do you want some?"
Chi Changye's mouth twitched, saying, "No, I don't need it. Little Yao, keep it for self-defense. Besides affecting one's appearance, what other lethality does it have?"
Gu Yao hastily explained, "Oh, it also makes people's limbs weak."
"...Well, it's a very good poison." Chi Changye smiled and said, "In the past, I thought these things were not suitable for public display, considered shady dealings, but... if it can increase Gu Yao's self-defense ability, it seems not bad. If there's more, it can be used in formations; maybe we can test the effects."
"Sure, Big Brother Night, you can take them." Gu Yao immediately took out another bottle of poison. "The antidote is needed only once. I'll go back to my room now. Thanks, Big Brother Night, for the alchemical furnace. I really like it." With joy, Gu Yao put away the alchemical furnace and happily returned to his room, eager to try it out.
Chi Changye went to bury the poison. He wondered who would be the next to visit, experiencing the effects of Little Yao's potions.
Just as he finished burying the poison, someone came knocking. Hearing the door, Chi Changye opened it, only to find a proud-looking person with two guards behind him. Frowning slightly, he asked, "May I ask who you are looking for? And who are you?"
"Where's Young Master Gu Yao? Are you Young Master Chi Changye? I am the steward of the Gu Mansion. Third Master asked me to pass a message to Young Master Gu Yao, telling him to come back." The newcomer was the third steward of the Gu Mansion, casually assessing Chi Changye, somewhat disbelieving the rumors. If this person was so formidable, how did he end up in Gu Yao's bed in the first place?
In his opinion, these two must have used some means to orchestrate all these events, probably trying to attract the attention of the Gu family and make them return. Did they truly think life outside was so easy? Dependent on Second Young Master Tian? Second Young Master Tian himself was not restrained in his lifestyle.
Chi Changye had already noticed the emblem of the Gu Mansion on their attire. Looking at their arrogant demeanor and hearing their imperious tone, he said expressionlessly, "I will convey the message to Gu Yao. As for whether Gu Yao wants to return and when, that's for him to decide."
"You dare to be insolent!" The third steward frowned displeased, and one guard stepped forward to scold loudly, "Hurry and call Young Master Gu Yao out. How dare he not listen to Third Master and the family head?"
Chi Changye coldly looked at the third steward. "Is this how the Gu family invites people? Did the people of the Gu family all lose their minds, forgetting how Gu Yao left the family? I've said I will convey the message; you can wait!"
After saying that, he slammed the door in their faces, activating the array as he turned away. If they recklessly tried to force their way in, he was in need of a test subject.