Behind the mountain in Green Mountain Town, inside the formation.
The Little Doctor Fairy's hair, drained of its color, turned from white back to black.
She opened her eyes slightly, feeling a sense of lightness throughout her body; the agony that had tormented her for years due to the Woeful Poison Body seemed to have been swept away.
Furthermore, her skin had become even more translucent, white and flawless like jade.
The Little Doctor Fairy looked at Xiao Fan, her eyes filled with gratitude.
She whispered, "Thank you. If not for you, I don't know how much longer I would have had to endure this torture."
However, she was rejoicing too soon...
"Your poison body cannot be completely cured at this stage..."
Xiao Fan stated bluntly.
Of course, he was only bluffing. He practiced the Heaven-Swallowing Demonic Art, which, in theory, could absorb the other party's constitution entirely.
But that would be like draining the pond to catch all the fish.
As long as one wasn't afraid of the risk of an outbreak, the cultivation speed of the Woeful Poison Body was incredibly fast; she would soon become a reliable combat force.
Besides, she could serve as his experience-farming baby, and she was an eye-pleasing beauty to boot—it was a win-win!
"From now on, you will follow me, and I will help you gain complete control over this Woeful Poison Body."
Xiao Fan continued.
In the early stages, those who possessed the Woeful Poison Body could not control it well, primarily because the power of this constitution was too immense and violent.
The toxic energy contained within the poison body itself was ferocious, much like a surging, uncontrollable flood.
Moreover, the possessor's own strength and mental energy were insufficient; lacking the ability to suppress and guide these toxic forces, they were easily backlashed by the power of the poison body, causing immense harm to themselves and their surroundings.
But by his side, it didn't matter; if any poison backlashed, he would simply absorb it until it was gone.
Xiao Fan stood up, his posture as straight as a pine, and said to the Little Doctor Fairy.
"When the time is ripe, I intend to establish a faction: the Heavenly Court. You shall be my first great general."
His voice was gentle, providing an incomparable sense of security.
The Little Doctor Fairy nodded obediently, following behind Xiao Fan.
"I... I am willing to follow you..."
Just like that, the Little Doctor Fairy was happily whisked away by him.
The moonlight was like water, spilling over them and casting their long, slender shadows as they drifted further and further away, until they vanished into the night.
The next day, the Little Doctor Fairy bid farewell to the people at the Myriad Medicine Pavilion and left Green Mountain Town with Xiao Fan.
The sun poured down, scorching and dazzling.
Xiao Fan spread his wings, the Dou Qi wings refracting a magnificent light, a spectacle that seemed to belong only in dreams.
With a vigorous and graceful movement, he held the Little Doctor Fairy in a bridal carry, riding the air currents as he sped toward Wutan City.
The wind whistled in their ears, and the Little Doctor Fairy's hair danced wildly.
In Xiao Fan's arms, the Little Doctor Fairy's face flushed slightly, and a strange feeling emerged from the depths of her heart.
By the time they returned to the Xiao Clan, it was late afternoon, the sun leaning to the west, casting mottled shadows across the ancient courtyard of the Xiao Clan.
The disciples of the Xiao Clan were taken aback at the sight, their eyes filled with curiosity and surprise.
For behind their own genius, Xiao Fan, followed a beautiful young girl.
When Xiao Yu saw this, the light in her eyes dimmed instantly, and an indescribable sense of loss welled up in her heart.
She bit her lip, a hint of bitterness quietly creeping into her mind: Who is she? Why is she accompanying Xiao Fan?
Not far away, Xun Er also caught sight of them, her delicate brows knitting slightly.
A flash of doubt and displeasure crossed her eyes as she thought to herself, What is the background of this woman?
At that moment, Xiao Mei, who had just returned from outside, finally spotted Xiao Fan and immediately rushed toward him like a joyful little bird.
"Brother Xiao Fan!"
Her soft body pressed tightly against Xiao Fan, her face brimming with joy and excitement.
Xiao Fan's mouth twitched slightly, helpless against his cousin's enthusiasm.
Although they were not related by blood, such intimacy was truly a bit uncomfortable.
"Hello, I am the Little Doctor Fairy..."
The Little Doctor Fairy smiled and greeted Xiao Mei.
Only then did Xiao Mei notice the Little Doctor Fairy beside him, looking her up and down.
Believing that her own appearance and figure were not inferior to the other girl, she pouted and said, "Brother Xiao Fan, why did you bring a woman back?"
Her voice carried a hint of dissatisfaction.
Patriarch Xiao Zhan happened to pass by and stopped in his tracks upon seeing the scene.
Xiao Fan had no choice but to explain, "Little Doctor Fairy was previously suffering from a severe illness. Her parents entered the Magical Beast Mountain Range to gather herbs for her treatment, but there has been no news of them since."
"Seeing her all alone and helpless, I decided to bring her back."
This was the story he and Little Doctor Fairy had agreed upon beforehand.
Xiao Yu, standing to the side, felt her eyes turn slightly red as she listened, and the hostility on her face began to fade.
So that's how it is... she thought, feeling a sense of pity for Little Doctor Fairy's plight.
Xiao Mei, however, remained full of suspicion, watching Little Doctor Fairy with a wary gaze.
It was as if she viewed her as an enemy coming to snatch away something she held dear. "Brother Xiao Fan, don't let her fool you!"
"I've encountered people with similar stories while out on business! In reality, they're all just swindlers looking for money!"
Xiao Fan sighed helplessly, raised his hand to gently pat Xiao Mei's head, and said softly, "Xiao Mei, don't be naughty."
Xiao Mei, having her head patted, seemed to be struck by a freezing spell; her face flushed a deep crimson, and she stood rooted to the spot.
Xiao Zhan saw this and gave a slight nod toward Xiao Fan, signifying his approval, before turning to walk away.
Xiao Fan brought Little Doctor Fairy back to his home, where they happened to run into Xiao Yan.
Xiao Yan caught sight of Little Doctor Fairy behind Xiao Fan, the corners of his mouth curling up as he teased, "Brother Fan, your luck with the ladies is certainly not shallow!"
Seeing Little Doctor Fairy behind Xiao Fan, he inexplicably felt that she was as petite and delicate as a girl next door.
So cute... Is she a new maid Brother Fan has taken in?
Xiao Fan's expression remained calm, as if he had long anticipated what the lad would say.
He replied indifferently, "Little Doctor Fairy is already a six-star Dou Zhe."
As he spoke, Little Doctor Fairy cooperated from the side, lifting her chin slightly and puffing out her chest.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan felt a tightness in his chest, as if he had been struck by a heavy blow.
Clearly, he had not expected that the girl he had just dismissed as an ordinary maid was actually a six-star Dou Zhe!
Filled with disbelief, he widened his eyes and exclaimed, "No way! How could such a genius girl be with you?"
"I am a powerhouse destined by fate, blessed with great fortune; it is only natural that others would follow me."
Xiao Fan's expression remained composed, his words filled with such confidence that it seemed as if everything in the world was under his control.
Xiao Yan felt suffocated by this aura and cursed inwardly, This guy is too good at putting on airs!
Immediately, Xiao Yan turned and bolted, shouting as he ran, "Damn it! I need to work harder on my cultivation!"
But after only a few steps, he stopped abruptly, turned back, and yelled at Xiao Fan, "Brother Fan, just you wait! I will definitely surpass you!"
The veins on his forehead were bulging; it was clear that the realization of the beautiful girl being a six-star Dou Zhe had dealt him a significant blow.
The corners of Xiao Fan's mouth lifted into a faint smile.
He did not respond, instead leading Little Doctor Fairy into the house.
Inside, Little Doctor Fairy looked around with curiosity, the unfamiliar environment making her feel slightly constrained.
Her fingers unconsciously tugged at the corner of her clothes, her eyes revealing a trace of unease.
I wonder if he can truly accept me? she thought, feeling anxious.
Xiao Fan said softly, "From now on, this is your home. There is no need to be reserved."
His voice was gentle and kind, filled with reassurance.
Little Doctor Fairy nodded slightly, her heart moved beyond words. Her eyes reddened as she whispered, "Thank you, Xiao Fan."
Having lived a life of hardship, Little Doctor Fairy inexplicably felt the scent of a home.
The members of the Xiao Clan were abuzz with discussion regarding Little Doctor Fairy's arrival.
Some praised, "Young Master Xiao Fan is kind-hearted; taking in this poor girl shows he has the heart of a Bodhisattva."
Others worried, "We don't know this girl's background; could she bring trouble upon the Xiao Clan?"
Regardless, Little Doctor Fairy settled into the Xiao Clan for the time being.
In the days that followed, Little Doctor Fairy worked hard to integrate into life within the Xiao Clan...
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