The next day, the morning fog had not dispersed, and the green brick path wrapped in the Medical Pavilion was like a gauze soaked in willow dew. Even the sound of footsteps on it was filtered softly.
Long Jinyu stepped on the road as promised, his fingertips brushed against the willow branches stained with morning dew, the coolness spread along the fingertips, and his thoughts became clearer.
Although he has a gentle temper, there is always a certain attachment to caring for older women hidden in his bones - he is a complete "sister control king", but he is not a fool who will clear his IQ when he sees his gentle elder sister.
Being plotted like that by Bi Ji, and almost falling into the opponent's control when the consciousness was chaotic, if you still have no grudges, then you are not kind, but stupid.
When dealing with these Ferocious Beast that have survived for countless years, we can no longer have any naive illusions.
Only strength and sufficient bargaining chips can build the foundation for dialogue.
His eyes darkened with a hint of coldness: 'Bi Ji and Star Dou Great Forest should be removed from the list of "potential allies". From now on, they will be dangerous entities that require constant vigilance or can be used to a limited extent.'
'Today, let her experience the power of Dragon God.'
With his mind set, his steps became more steady.
Soon, Long Jinyu came to the small courtyard Qing Ya where Bi Ji was staying temporarily.
There are sparse flowers and trees in the courtyard, and the morning dew rolls on the leaf tips, reflecting the rising sunlight, making it feel peaceful and peaceful.
But in his eyes at this moment, the thrill of the night before was hidden under this tranquility.
Bi Ji had already been waiting at the stone table in the courtyard. She was still dressed in a simple and elegant dress today, with waterfall-like green hair and a gentle look. When she saw Long Jinyu, she stood up with a trace of apology on her face.
"Dean Long, you are here."
Her voice was soft, as usual, as if everything she had seen the night before was just a dream, "Jade Spirit has prepared tea, please come in and talk."
Long Jinyu nodded slightly and followed her into the house, but the gentle smile of the past was no longer on his face.
The two sat opposite each other in front of the tea table. Long Jinyu did not touch the fragrant cup of tea that Bi Ji pushed over, but looked at Bi Ji calmly - that gaze penetrated her gentle disguise, and was as cold as ice, as if it could reach the depths of her soul.
He didn't make any small talk, he got straight to the point, his voice was not high, but his words were clear, striking in Bi Ji's heart:
"Your Excellency Jade Spirit."
He paused deliberately, without any expression on his face, making it impossible to tell whether he was happy or angry, "Or should I call you more formally - Senior Bi Ji?"
Bi Ji's pupils shrank slightly, and the smile on his face froze for an instant, and then forcibly opened it. She did not expect that Long Jinyu would expose his identity so directly, without even giving him a chance to buffer.
Long Jinyu did not give her time to adjust and continued to say in that cold tone:
"The taste of the 'Hundred Flowers Dew' specially sent by Your Excellency the night before is really unforgettable. Star Dou Great Forest's way of 'communication' is really unique and eye-opening to Jin Yu."
There was no roar in his tone, no out-of-control anger, only a settled and coercive questioning.
This kind of calmness is more frightening than any fierce accusations.
Bi Ji was silent for a moment, and curled up his long fingers.
She knew that any sophistry was useless in the face of such a straightforward confrontation, so she sighed softly, with a hint of complexity and resignation in her sigh.
"Dean Long... you have indeed understood everything..."
When she spoke again, her voice lost the disguise of "Jade Spirit" and returned to the ethereal and ancient tone of Emerald Swan Bi Ji. "Please allow me, in the name of Bi Ji, to offer you my most sincere apology for the offense I caused you the night before."
She stood up, bowed slightly in the direction of Long Jinyu, and kept her posture extremely low.
"I don't have evil intentions and intend to harm you. I have the mission of the clan and exploring the Dragon God aura that is closely related to the origin of our clan is a responsibility that I cannot shirk."
She raised her hand and made a comforting gesture to stop Long Jinyu's possible questioning, "That Hundred Flowers Dew... is indeed a powerful soothing thing. It is designed to put you to sleep temporarily for observation. It has no intention of harming your life or foundation. This heart can be learned from heaven and earth. If there is even half a lie, I am willing to be backlashed by the law and your soul will fly away."
Immediately afterwards, she raised her green eyes and looked at Long Jinyu with complicated eyes, with a hint of uncontrollable shock and awe in her tone:
"But after you resisted the power of the medicine with your astonishing will, and showed your flying ability that was contrary to common sense and beyond my knowledge, I suddenly realized... The level of power you possess may far exceed our expectations."
"That pure and noble breath of life, that perfect blend with the laws of the sky, perhaps... is connected to the same source as the legendary creator of our clan, the one in charge of life and creation--Emerald Dragon King."
'Emerald Dragon King?'
Long Jinyu picked up the tea cup and touched the warm cup wall with his fingertips: 'Ferocious Beast's perception is really sharp. She flew away in a hurry that day and forgot Simulation's wings. It was a small mistake. Fortunately, she only guessed this step.'
She bowed deeply again, this time with more respect from the bottom of her heart. "The previous temptation was Bi Ji sitting in a well and looking at the sky. He was reckless and ignorant, and offended the venerable. It is really a sin."
"I invite you to come here today, firstly, to solemnly apologize and beg for forgiveness; secondly, to... offer compensation, to express my sincerity, and hope that I can atone for my past mistakes."
After saying this, she straightened up, light flowed in her palms, and something quietly emerged.
It was not an ordinary Soul Tool or treasure, but a piece of green, like a feather carved from the finest imperial jade, about a foot long, lying quietly in the palm of her hand, exuding a soft blue light, and there seemed to be liquid life energy flowing slowly inside.
As soon as it appeared, the breath of life in the surrounding air instantly became rich and gentle, and the green plants in the house seemed to become more green and vibrant at this moment.
Even Long Jinyu felt that the Dragon God Bloodline in his body was emitting a happy roar, and every cell in his body was eager to absorb this pure source of life.
"This is my 'Origin Feather'."
Bi Ji presented it with both hands, with an extremely pious and solemn expression, "It condenses part of my life origin and my understanding of the healing law. I give it to you, first, as an apology for my reckless behavior. I hope it can protect you at the critical moment and perform 'Absolute Healing'."
She paused slightly and looked at Long Jinyu with a pointed look, as if to imply that she knew that he was not at ease and that he also had dangers that he needed to face.
"Secondly, it originates from the top existence of the life system and naturally resonates with your attributes. It may be helpful for you to understand the path of life and improve your cultivation in the future."
Her tone became softer here. "Thirdly... it is also my personal expression of... respect and closeness to the noble aura in you that may come from 'Emerald Dragon King'."
Finally, she raised her eyes, her eyes clear and sincere:
"From now on, Bi Ji is here only to represent myself, not the eyes and ears of any force. If the dean does not give up, I am willing to use this humble healing experience to have a truly equal exchange with you."
"If you have any questions about the way of life or... dragon bloodline in the future, perhaps I can provide some ancient knowledge and speculation based on my long years."
After saying that, her fingertips trembled subconsciously, and the light of her feathers dimmed briefly.
Long Jinyu listened quietly, the frost on his face had not completely melted, but the sharpness in his eyes had softened slightly.
'Origin Feather?! She is willing to give it up?'
The original thing belonging to Ferocious Beast is so precious that it can be called a family treasure, and it is not far behind the reverse scale of Di Tian. It is not easy to peel off this thing, and you must pay a high price.
His eyes were sharp, and he had already noticed the weakness and fatigue that could not be concealed between Bi Ji's brows, and his breath was slightly more floaty than before. It was obvious that stripping away this Origin Feather had consumed a lot of her.
He stretched out his hand and his fingertips touched the jade feathers that were warm and a little heavy.
When Ling Yu took it, a warm current naturally blended into his meridians, blending seamlessly with his own Ultimate Life breath, making it extremely comfortable. This resonance cannot be faked.
"Senior Bi Ji's sincerity, I have received it."
Long Jinyu finally spoke again, his tone still filled with alienation and majesty, but no longer cold and biting, "What happened the night before, because of the possible connection between your apology and..., I can put it aside for the time being and not delve into it further. I will accept this piece of feather."
He changed the subject and looked directly at Bi Ji: "But I also hope that this is the first and last time. My patience and goodwill are not unlimited. If there is another 'test' like this, I will regard it as a declaration of war."
Long Jinyu is cute and not stupid, so naturally he will not push people into desperate situations. Bi Ji in the light is better than those prying eyes in the dark.
He lowered his eyes and looked at the mist rising in the teacup, and a faint calculation flashed through his eyes - some words might be passed to Di Tian's ears through her mouth; some things could also be seen clearly through this day-to-day interaction.
Bi Ji breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that the worst direct conflict had been avoided. She nodded slightly. "Remember the dean's teachings. Bi Ji must abide by the boundaries and dare not do anything offensive again."
Long Jinyu put away the emerald feathers and looked at Bi Ji's weak look, finally feeling a little softer in his heart.
After all, she had no choice but to do what she was told. That's all. When she is strong enough in the future, she will return the feather to her.
As for Di Tian, the man behind the scenes, this "test" ledger will have to be settled sooner or later.