"Puff!"
As Gu Fei extended his palm, a faint flame ignited spontaneously in his hand, causing the temperature in the room to rise rapidly.
Gu Fei flipped his hand, and the flame shot straight into Nalan Jie's body, covering a section of his blackened bones.
"Ah..."
On the bed, Nalan Jie, who had his eyes closed, suddenly opened them wide, and a hoarse, painful roar escaped his mouth. A surge of fierce energy, like a flash of strength before death, awakened within him.
"Grandfather..."
Seeing the suddenly alert and roaring elder, Nalan Yanran and Nalan Su quickly called out in alarm.
"I'm expelling the poison; there's no need to fear,"
Gu Fei said calmly, glancing at the sweat-drenched Nalan Jie.
Nalan Jie felt the searing flame within him, steadily burning away the parasitic poison entrenched in his bones. However, the flame was incredibly intense, and his body, already weakened, could hardly endure the treatment in one go. His face grew increasingly pale.
"Thank you, Master, please continue with all your strength; I can bear it..."
Understanding the situation, Nalan Jie gritted his teeth and urged Gu Fei to proceed. Despite his determination, the pain was beyond his willpower, likely pushing him to the brink of unconsciousness.
Seeing this, Gu Fei casually took out a fifth-grade pill from his storage ring. This pill could restore vitality.
After Nalan Jie consumed it, he felt rejuvenated, and his internal injuries began to heal rapidly. He cast a glance at Gu Fei, his eyes full of amazement.
Nalan Jie feels shock and gratitude. Emotional value +30
"Thank you, Master, for the medicine!" Nalan Jie expressed his gratitude.
Gu Fei then patiently controlled his heavenly flame, using his exceptional soul control ability to carefully burn the blackened bones back to their original jade-like whiteness.
"It's done; the poison in your body has been eradicated."
Nalan Jie exhaled deeply; indeed, there was no longer any black mist lingering in his breath. His complexion became rosy, and his eyes brightened.
Nalan Jie feels gratitude. Emotional value +30
"Master Gu Fei, I cannot thank you enough!"
Nalan Jie, his voice resonant like a bell, immediately tried to kneel in thanks before Gu Fei.
Nalan Yanran's eyes had already turned red. Seeing her grandfather restored to health, she covered her mouth, tears of joy streaming down her face.
Nalan Yanran feels gratitude. Emotional value +80
Nalan Su feels gratitude. Emotional value +30
"That's unnecessary!"
Gu Fei waved his hand, using a gentle stream of Dou Qi to prevent Nalan Jie from kneeling.
"Master Gu Fei, if you don't mind, could you stay at my residence for a few days? I would like to properly express my gratitude."
Nalan Jie directly addressed Gu Fei as "Master" and spoke with great respect and courtesy.
"Since the matter here is resolved, I will take my leave."
Gu Fei declined Nalan Jie's invitation without hesitation. He knew Nalan Jie's ways well. While he might be thankful now, if Gu Fei ever got into trouble, Nalan Jie would distance himself quickly.
"Huh? So soon?"
"If Master Gu Fei ever needs help in the future, please don't hesitate to come to me."
Nalan Jie was momentarily stunned and tried to persuade him to stay, but seeing that Gu Fei was unmoved, he swallowed his words and nodded with a smile.
Meanwhile, Nalan Yanran had left the room earlier but now returned, holding a plant in a jade pot.
As soon as this plant appeared, the entire room was filled with a faint and calming fragrance.
Gu Fei's gaze paused on the plant in her hands.
The plant was entirely green, resembling a finely carved piece of jade. At the top, a flower with seven colors was slowly blooming. As the flower unfurled, Gu Fei was surprised to see that the seven colors were gradually shifting, appearing extremely beautiful.
"Young Master Gu Fei, my grandfather fought a magical beast back then and was poisoned because of this plant. It can restore soul strength. Since you are an alchemist, I believe it will be of use to you. I hope you won't refuse it."
Nalan Yanran spoke humbly, holding the spiritual herb with both hands and offering it to Gu Fei.
"Alright."
Gu Fei nodded and accepted the Seven Magical Green Spirit Saliva without hesitation. This herb was indeed valuable to alchemists.
After receiving the Seven Magical Green Spirit Saliva, Gu Fei didn't wish to linger any longer.
Soon, Nalan Jie led a group of people to escort Gu Fei and his companions to the gate of the Nalan Residence.
"Master Gu Fei, I will repay this favor one day,"
Nalan Jie said in a serious tone, his expression solemn.
Gu Fei smiled and nodded, then turned and left without hesitation.
A figure dressed in a light blue long dress, lightly biting her lower lip, watched Gu Fei's departing figure with a faint gaze, lost in thought for a long time.
Nalan Yanran feels curiosity. Emotional value +80
As one of the most gifted women in the Jia Ma Empire, this was the first time she had been so lightly regarded by a peer. However, the more indifferent Gu Fei was, the more curious she became.
Heroes are drawn to beauty, and likewise, beauties are drawn to heroes. Gu Fei, being so exceptional, naturally attracted the attention of some young maidens, including perhaps her.
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On a mountain peak several hundred miles away from Jia Ma Imperial Capital.
A graceful figure stood on the peak, a young girl brushing a lock of hair behind her ear, a worried expression on her face.
Soon, a figure landed beside her.
"Any news?"
Xun'er asked.
Recently, she and Ling Ying had been searching everywhere for information, trying to find a spiritual herb that could restore soul strength for Xiao Yan.
"Miss, I've found something. The Nalan family in Jia Ma Sacred City has a rare plant called the Seven Magical Green Spirit Saliva. Its root can be refined into an extremely profound liquid, which is the best medicine for restoring soul strength."
Xun'er turned around quickly, her eyes filled with joy.
However, Ling Ying's hesitant expression caught her attention.
"What's wrong?"
She asked, a bit nervous.
"But… that herb has already been taken by Young Master Gu Fei."
"The head of the Nalan family was poisoned, and they offered the herb to anyone who could cure him. Young Master Gu Fei visited the Nalan family a couple of days ago. After that, Nalan Jie recovered, and the Seven Magical Green Spirit Saliva was given to Young Master Gu Fei."
"He took it?"
Xun'er was surprised. How could it be such a coincidence? She had just been searching for a remedy to restore soul strength, only to learn that the herb had been taken by Gu Fei.
Xun'er lowered her gaze, frowning slightly, and murmured, "Didn't he say he had let go? But his actions now still seem to target me, targeting Brother Xiao Yan...".
(TL/n: This will be my final release for today. I'm thinking of storing and releasing chapters at a specific time everyday instead of updating multiple times like I do now lol. What do you think? Leave a review. Also, pls let me know when I've made any translating errors in the comments!)