"Aromatic Silk Beauty? What is that? An Immortal Herb?"
Ning Fengzhi had never heard of such a thing and was momentarily bewildered.
"That's right. Aromatic Silk Beauty is an Immortal Herb. It can resolve the flaw in your martial soul, and I also know where it grows."
"As long as you're willing to give me some time, I can bring it back for you." Gu Yi nodded in assurance.
"Some time? How long do you need? You're not trying to deceive your uncle and buy time, are you?" Ning Fengzhi narrowed his eyes suspiciously.
"Because I'm not sure whether things might change, I can't give you an exact time. But I can guarantee that I'll bring this Immortal Herb to Uncle Ning within three months at most."
Gu Yi met his gaze firmly, without the slightest trace of guilt. He was telling the truth, so naturally, he had nothing to worry about.
Ning Fengzhi could see that as well. A liar's gaze would wander, their movements would be unnatural, and they would lack confidence. Gu Yi was nothing like that.
He sighed and nodded.
"Fine. Your uncle believes you. I can afford to wait these three months."
"Let's leave it at that. Release your grandfather and me. We still need to speak with your Sword Grandfather. Otherwise, I'm afraid he'll cut this young lady down with a single stroke."
Hearing this, Gu Yi nodded. With a turn of his thoughts, Gu Rong and Ning Fengzhi vanished directly from the domain.
"Whew... It's finally resolved." Gu Yi let out a long breath. This sudden incident had truly caught him off guard.
Yet he had the feeling that this was not over. Today had merely been the beginning. Truly resolving this matter would likely not be so easy.
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