"Holy Son, are you sure you can do this?"
Xiao Mufeng looked at Fang Mo, worry written across his face. "The Fire Toxin has become deeply entangled with Miss Guan Lu's meridians, blood and qi, and even her soul. Worst of all, the powers of ice and fire have fused together. Pull on one thread, and the whole thing unravels..."
He left the rest unsaid, but everyone present was a martial artist. They understood: ice and fire could not coexist. If the balance between the two forces was disrupted, the energy unleashed would be enough to destroy Guan Lu.
"Ordinary methods would trigger an explosion at the slightest touch. To avoid damaging her foundation, the only way is to use ice and fire forces of a higher order, work from the source, and neutralize, guide, and break them down before finally stripping them away. It should be fine."
A cold glint flashed in Fang Mo's eyes. "Since they targeted Senior Sister, they're coming after me. They know I can remove it!"
Shen Yue's gaze flickered. She hurriedly said:
"Holy Son, could this... be a trap?"
Fang Mo looked at Guan Lu, lying on the bed, his gaze softening. "Whether it's a trap or not, I still have to save her. There's no time to waste!"
The others exchanged glances. They all knew something was wrong, but no one could bring themselves to talk him out of it.
Fang Mo's expression turned solemn. He gathered himself, then looked at the others. "Everyone, wait outside. Venerable Mufeng and Shen Yue, please guard me."
Xiao Mufeng clasped his fists solemnly. "Rest assured, Holy Son!"
Shen Yue said gravely:
"Black Armored Guards, secure Snow Listening Lodge at once. No one is to come near!"
"Yes!"
A thunderous response rang out from the Black Armored