Good News and Bad News

Under Dugu Bo's lead, the group arrived at a dense forest. After venturing deeper into it for some time, they came upon a towering five-hundred-meter hill.

As they entered the hill, Dugu Yan found it incredibly novel. It was her first time coming here; her grandfather, Dugu Bo, had never mentioned this place to her.

After reaching the summit, they saw a hollow ahead. A pungent scent drifted out from it—the sulfurous smell unique to hot springs.

Urahara Kisuke had not stopped observing and taking notes along the way. He felt that such an interesting place was well worth studying.

He also judged that a place like this could indeed cultivate herbs of exceptionally high quality.

"Follow me." Dugu Bo spread his body and leaped directly down from the mountaintop while holding Dugu Yan. Aizen and Urahara Kisuke did not lag behind, jumping down after him.

During the journey to their destination, Dugu Bo had been constantly observing Aizen and Urahara Kisuke's strength.

In such complicated terrain, the two moved as if they were taking a leisurely stroll, without the slightest pressure. They were also incredibly fast, not falling behind a Titled Douluo like him in the least.

Especially their footwork—it was exceedingly exquisite. In an instant, they could cross a long distance.

A trace of surprise flashed through Dugu Bo's eyes.

However, he said nothing. He merely studied their footwork closely, hoping to comprehend the principle behind their rapid movement.

Aizen and Urahara Kisuke did not expose Dugu Bo's actions either. This was merely the basic footwork of Shunpo.

Urahara Kisuke, in particular, had already fixed his gaze on the valley ahead.

There was indeed a hot spring in the valley before them, though it was not very large. Its colors were even more unusual: a distinct boundary split the pool in two, one half milky white and the other vermilion red.

"This is rather interesting." Urahara Kisuke's eyes were filled with delight. The dissatisfaction of having been forcibly dragged here by Aizen had turned into fervent excitement. If he could understand the principles behind it, it would definitely be of tremendous help to his future research.

"Boss Aizen, this place is pretty good." Urahara Kisuke leaned close to Aizen and whispered.

"There's no use speaking that quietly. I already heard you." Dugu Bo's hearing was extremely sharp, and he caught Urahara Kisuke's words at once.

Aizen did not trade barbs with them. He simply smiled faintly and said,

"Mm. Since that is the case, I won't waste words with you. The Medicine Garden you provided is quite good, so the deal can be made. There is hope for the poison affecting you grandfather and granddaughter. Urahara, go examine their poison and think of a treatment."

"No problem. Sir, let me make this clear first: if I cure your poison, then anything I need from this Medicine Garden must be given to me!" Urahara Kisuke said as he walked over.

Dugu Bo snorted. "Am I that stingy? As long as you do not damage this place, you can take whatever herbs you want. Besides, compared to such worldly possessions, life is more important. If you can cure our poison, then you are a friend of Dugu Bo!"

"Hehe, then that's good." Urahara Kisuke cheerfully stepped forward, came to Dugu Yan's side, and took out a syringe. "Excuse me."

As he spoke, he inserted the needle into Dugu Yan's body and drew a tube of purple-tinged blood.

"What is that?" Dugu Bo asked curiously.

"This? It's a blood test. I first need to analyze your granddaughter's current condition through her blood, then carry out a series of further tests to formulate a targeted treatment plan."

Urahara Kisuke then took out a long, thin steel tube and inserted it into Dugu Yan's body. Unlike the syringe, this tube was used to extract cells from her body.

Compared to the slight pain of the syringe, the pain from the steel tube was much greater. However, it lasted only an instant before quickly fading.

Urahara Kisuke must have applied anesthetic to the needle.

After carrying out a string of procedures and obtaining many samples from Dugu Yan, he began collecting samples from Dugu Bo in the same manner.

The process was quick and was completed in less than an hour.

Afterward, Urahara Kisuke directly took out the analytical tools he had stored in his Storage Soul Tool. Bottles and jars covered the ground as he began analyzing the samples on the spot.

Throughout the process, Dugu Yan and Dugu Bo waited anxiously.

After all, this young man had been recommended by Aizen. From that young girl's miraculous ability to restore a severed arm, it was clear that everyone around Aizen was outstanding—not only in combat ability, but in other areas as well.

The analysis process was rather long. By nightfall, Dugu Yan had grown somewhat sleepy, yet she still forced herself to stay awake.

After reaching a conclusion, Urahara Kisuke stared at the report in his hand, his brow tightly furrowed.

Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan were both deeply worried. Could it not be cured?

Urahara Kisuke put down the report, looked at the two of them, and asked, "There's good news and bad news. Which would you like to hear first?"

Dugu Bo said nothing and instead looked at Dugu Yan. After all, his granddaughter was the one in the greatest danger.

Dugu Yan struggled for a moment before gritting her teeth and asking, "The bad news!"

Urahara Kisuke spoke earnestly.

"The bad news is that the poison in your bodies has fused with your bodies completely. If it is forcibly detoxified, not only will your cultivation be crippled, but you may even become paralyzed."

Upon hearing this answer, Dugu Yan covered her mouth, her eyes reddening.

If all her cultivation was crippled, what difference would there be between her and trash? She might as well be dead.

"Then what is the good news?" Dugu Bo hurriedly asked.

"The good news is that you do not need to detoxify yourselves. I have a way to help you suppress the harm the poison causes to your bodies and make your poison even stronger. There are some side effects, but there will be no pain, and you will not die. On the contrary, it will benefit you!" Urahara Kisuke's expression shifted from sorrow to delight as he smiled.

"Really?" Dugu Yan's despair instantly turned into joy. She no longer cared about the side effects.

"Of course. After all, it is poison produced by your own bodies. Logically speaking, it should not be able to poison you. You simply lack a method to control it." Urahara Kisuke said confidently.

"That's good!" Dugu Bo was also extremely happy. The poison that had plagued them would not only stop harming them, but could even strengthen them.

Since it could be done, Dugu Bo had nothing more to say. He directly handed the entire place over to Urahara Kisuke and allowed him to use it as he pleased.

He then asked Aizen whether he wanted to be sent back, but Aizen refused. He still wanted to stay here a while longer and learn more from Urahara Kisuke. Besides, he had a question he wanted to ask Urahara Kisuke.

Dugu Bo did not mind and directly left with Dugu Yan. As she departed, the look in Dugu Yan's eyes when she looked at Aizen changed once again.

After the two had left, Aizen finally walked over to Urahara Kisuke and asked,

"Did you lie to them?"

Urahara Kisuke chuckled. "You found out, huh?"

Aizen smiled and said,

"Do I not know your abilities? You definitely have a way to cure their poison without harming their foundations. Why did you say that?"