Metal-Stone Poison Treatment: When the Heart Recognizes Its Master, Why Ask?

The image that appeared on the bathtub was none other than the Natural Secret Script that Fang Shu had just seen inside Xiao Lili's body.

Compared to the previous one, this Mystic Script was even more agile and mysterious. In terms of its exquisite craftsmanship, it was undoubtedly the most remarkable Mystic Script Fang Shu had ever seen.

A strange light appeared in his eyes. "Even the Mystic Script of the Flame Blade Art and the Dragon-Seeking Gold-Finding Art pale in comparison to this. Could it be that the quality of this Mystic Script has reached the Refining Qi level?"

Just as Fang Shu was making the most of his time to collect and examine the object, the Mystic Script on the bathtub suddenly flickered, their light dimming, and like a flower, they began to wither at a visible speed.

"Oh no!" Fang Shu suddenly came to his senses and focused his attention on the bathtub, discovering that the life force that had sprouted on Xiao Lili's body inside the tub was wilting.

This made him frown, and a look of regret appeared on his face.

He hadn't yet finished collecting all these mysterious Mystic Script, and he didn't know what kind of miraculous power this Mystic Script could display.

How can they give up now and stop halfway? Show some spirit!

Immediately, Fang Shu stepped forward and slapped Xiao Lili body with his palm.

He hissed, "Live!"

Its powerful Qi and Blood and blood flowed into the opponent's body, forcefully expelling the water that had been swallowed from the opponent's lungs.

"Cough cough..." Xiao Lili coughed, her consciousness returning somewhat after fainting, and the Mystic Script above the bathtub also temporarily stopped wilting.

However, the vitality within her still seemed to be flickering and fading away, no longer as vibrant and full of life as it had been just moments before.

Xiao Lili opened her eyes. One eye was a bloody mess, extremely eerie, while the other eye was dazed as she stared blankly at Fang Shu against her chest.

She murmured, "Brother Fang... it's so hot!"

Upon hearing Fang Shu, Fang Shu raised an eyelid and looked at the medicinal liquid in the bath tub. He noticed that after nearly ten hours of soaking, even with Talisman affixed to the outer wall, the temperature of the medicinal liquid in the tub had long since dropped, becoming merely warm, not hot enough to make one feel very hot.

However, Xiao Lili's exposed skin was completely red and burning hot.

After some thought, Fang Shu realized that there were still some ginseng residues in Xiao Lili's body, which were causing trouble in the other person's body, and the two were still fighting each other.

In order to suppress the opponent's counterattack, Xiao Lili's physical body was consuming all her vital Qi and Blood, which was why her whole body was burning hot and she was running a fever. The vitality that had finally sprouted was also withering.

However, upon learning of this situation, Fang Shu's face showed a troubled expression.

He had already extracted the ginseng relatively intact, and Xiao Lili had chewed it into pieces and swallowed it. What was currently shaking the opponent's body were those tiny roots.

These roots were not only small, but also numerous. Even if Fang Shu dismantled Xiao Lili's entire body, he still couldn't cut them off in a short time, and thus couldn't kill them.

However, the next moment, Fang Shu noticed something.

Xiao Lili's lower body, immersed in the medicinal liquid, had fewer ginseng tendrils, while the opponent's exposed collarbone, neck, and other areas had more ginseng tendrils, some of which wriggled under the opponent's skin like snakes and insects—it was quite eerie.

"This is because the medicinal liquid in the bathtub contained poison, which suppressed the ginseng's counterattack."

Fang Shu suddenly realized why the Lone Pavilion Master had insisted that the two of them retrieve the ginseng from the bathtub, and why he had said "refine it by ingesting poison" when instructing them.

It turns out that this bucket of medicinal liquid was not only used to stimulate Xiao Lili's physical potential, but also to paralyze and poison the medicinal ginseng.

"As expected of a seasoned Gu master," Fang Shu thought to himself, secretly praising him.

Without a moment's hesitation, he shouted, "Hold your breath!"

The water splashed.

He directly pressed Xiao Lili's head down, pushing her into the medicinal bathwater.

Xiao Lili didn't even struggle at this moment. She sank into the medicinal liquid, a relaxed expression on her face. The restless activity of the ginseng roots on her body was indeed suppressed.

However, another problem arose. Fang Shu pressed Xiao Lili down several times in a row, and each time she took a breath, ginseng tendrils would sprout from the surface of her body.

More importantly, Fang Shu pried open the other person's mouth, examined them, and then channeled his Qi and Blood into them to sense the condition within their body.

The ginseng-like growths on this woman's body are merely superficial; the more crucial issue lies within her physical body, which is a complete mess.

In this situation, even if Fang Shu went to the Medicine Hall to get more poison and continued to administer strong medicine, it would be difficult to suppress the ubiquitous ginseng rootlets in a short time.

He thought to himself, "Indeed, survival from a near-death experience isn't so easy to find."

Even with the guidance of the Lone Pavilion Master and the help of Fang Shu, and despite Xiao Lili's own ruthless intentions, removing the ginseng that had been entangled with the other party for half a year was still a difficult task.

Gradually, Xiao Lili herself realized it.

Her whole body became swollen and felt as hot as burning coals. Every inch of her skin became extremely sensitive, and all kinds of pain were magnified a hundredfold in her perception.

The woman's face was contorted, and she was breathing rapidly.

However, she did not let out a desperate scream, but endured it, only uttering low moans as if weeping. She also endured the excruciating pain all over her body, opened her eyes, and looked at Fang Shu.

Xiao Lili whispered:

"Brother Fang, I am nearing my end... Thank you so much for your help... After I die, I hope you won't mind if I consume the ginseng blood within my body."

She spoke haltingly, as if giving her last words, without mentioning revenge again.

Fang Shu heard this, narrowed his eyes slightly, and responded coldly:

"Death? I haven't given permission yet."

Splash!

Fang Shu, who had just put on his robes, leaped into the bathtub.

He straightened Xiao Lili's broken body, made hand Hand Seals, and fiercely attacked the opponent's Qi and Blood. He also summoned a three-stage Breath-Holding Insect and put it into Xiao Lili's mouth and nose to help her suppress the life force of her Qi and Blood and qi.

Xiao Lili let her body move as it pleased, a smile appearing on her weak and broken face.

Since she fell seriously ill, apart from her father Xiao Hu, no one else had cared for her as much as she had and gone to such lengths for her.

To die in the arms of such a man is far more beautiful than to die alone in bed or in a secluded room.

The next moment, Xiao Lili saw Fang Shu take out something and whispered:

"Hold it in your mouth."

Without hesitation, and without caring what Fang Shu was handing her, she obediently opened her mouth with great difficulty.

A bead the size of a quail egg was stuffed into her mouth and placed under her tongue. A strong, metallic, metallic smell wafted through her mouth, nose, and throat, penetrating her body.

This item is the Fang Shu- Lead-Essence Treasure Pearl obtained during his first treasure hunt.

The ginseng rootlets are extremely active, and ordinary poisons cannot quickly spread throughout Xiao Lili's body to suppress them.

However, by sheer Fang Shu happened to possess an unusual poison that, once released, could penetrate flesh and blood, covering the surrounding area and becoming ubiquitous.

The Lead-Essence Treasure Pearl contains the Metal-Stone Poison and minerals, which is perfect for killing numerous tiny creatures!

Xiao Lili's illness just happened to fall into his hands.

Buzz!

Fang Shu sat cross-legged in the bathtub, embracing Xiao Lili's frail body, constantly urging his Qi and Blood, guiding the Metal-Stone Poison, repeatedly washing away the other's bones, organs, and brain.

Its effects are visible to the naked eye.

The once arrogant ginseng roots melted away as if ice and snow had melted into Xiao Lili's body.

These substances also transformed into streams of medicinal power, which were absorbed by Xiao Lili's body and used to repair her flesh and blood.

Within moments, Xiao Lili's breathing returned to normal, and the pain on her face was greatly relieved, though her whole body was still burning hot, like a furnace.

Suddenly, the woman's eyelids twitched, and she quietly opened her eyes, looking at Fang Shu, who was close at hand, practicing his Fang Shu.

A serene smile graced her broken, flushed face, as beautiful as a withered plum blossom.

But the next moment, Xiao Lili let out another muffled groan.

A mouthful of dark red blood gushed up from her throat and landed on her chest.

Not only that, but blood was slowly flowing from her eyes, ears, mouth, and nose, making her feel warm liquid dripping from all seven orifices.

This situation stunned Xiao Lili and also alarmed Fang Shu.

Seeing Fang Shu open his eyes and look at her, Xiao Lili gave a wry smile.

Her throat tasted metallic and sweet, her whole body felt weak, as if her flesh and blood were melting away, and she was completely unable to speak.

The woman could only look at Fang Shu with an apologetic gaze, as if saying, "I'm so sorry," "You've done your best," and "I'm sorry."

However, Fang Shu, who was right next to her, was completely oblivious to her charms and ignored her gaze.

He simply frowned.

Immediately, Xiao Lili saw Fang Shu take out a medicine bottle from his sleeve and pour the medicine inside into her body.

A cool sensation spread from her mouth, and a rich Spiritual Qi and vibrant vitality reappeared on her body.

In addition, Xiao Lili also felt Fang Shu's hot palm Fang Shu. Wherever it touched, the pain in her body disappeared instantly, and her wounds became itchy and began to heal on the spot.

In this situation, Fang Shu took out some kind of spirit medicine and used it both internally and externally to keep her alive and fight against the Metal-Stone Poison.

The reason this medicine is so effective is because it is the Fang Shu Flesh Lingzhi Treasure Medicine obtained during his second treasure hunt.

Both the Flesh Lingzhi Treasure Medicine and the Metal-Stone Poison are relics left behind by the ancestors of the Hu Family. One is medicine and the other is poison, clearly distinguished by yin and yang, which perfectly counteract each other. Moreover, the former is most effective for healing wounds and nourishing life.

Fang Shu took out the precious medicine, intending to use it to remove the poison and heal the wounds of the other party, and at the same time test its healing effects.

Soon, Fang Shu looked at Xiao Lili in front of him, and a look of amazement appeared on his face.

Xiao Lili, who was originally covered in wounds, began to grow flesh buds all over her body after taking two bottles of the precious medicine made from the flesh fungus. All her injuries were healing at a speed visible to the naked eye.

And the other person's withered skin began to plump up again, regaining its color, and even the scars were barely left.

In the end, Xiao Lili's body was smooth, except for a red mark like an appliqué on the corner of her left eye, because the ginseng had been inserted too deeply earlier, and even her left pupil was red.

The efficacy of this medicine amazed Fang Shu:

"Although such therapeutic effects are mostly due to the medicinal power derived from the ginseng."

However, this fleshy fungus truly lives up to its reputation as a relic left by our ancestors. It seems that it can keep any Immortal cultivator below the Refining Qi alive, as long as they have a breath left!

Through various means and her own efforts, Xiao Lili finally found a way to survive in a life-or-death situation!

Her vitality was now so strong that it was hard to suppress; she was no longer in danger of losing her life and had even gained some benefit.

In the bathtub.

Fang Shu raised his head and looked at the Spiritual Qi surging from the other person's head, and was once again amazed.

This Natural Secret Script has undergone its third transformation. Resembling both coral and ginseng, it is lush and verdant, swaying gently in the mist, and is extremely mysterious.

"This must be Mystic Script for the Refining Qi level!" Fang Shu judged with certainty in his heart.

He had a vague feeling that this Mystic Script might also be of great use to him, so he quickly used his Dao Register to record and memorize it from various angles once again.

Now, the Dao Register contains the entire Mystic Script, including its three transformations: beginning, middle, and end. This will greatly facilitate both analysis and deduction.

After being included in the Dao Register, Fang Shu himself did not remain idle.

He looked up at the Mystic Script, his mind completely absorbed, and began to comprehend it.

Finally, a few cups of tea's time passed.

The Natural Secret Script displayed above Xiao Lili's head vanished completely like a wisp of smoke.

The other person's eyelids trembled as they opened their heterochromatic eyes.

Fang Shu staring intently at her, she was somewhat confused and too shy to move.

When Fang Shu came to his senses and lowered his gaze, Xiao Lili blinked, her eyes crinkling as she looked at him shyly.

The Mystic Script has been lost.

Fang Shu's eyes held a sense of melancholy, a feeling of regret that he wished he could have had more time. However, a hint of joy also stirred within him.

As he was comprehending the secret text, the natal insect embryo on his forehead began to wriggle, as if it were learning from the Mystic Script and extending its body, instantly becoming even more closely connected to his physical body.

Based on the performance of his natal insect embryo, Fang Shu was even more certain that this Mystic Script would be of great use to him!

He didn't show anything; he quickly concealed the gloom on his face, glanced at Xiao Lili had already woken up, and nodded politely in acknowledgment.

There was another crash.

Fang Shu jumped out of the bathtub.

He paced outside, and within a few steps, a wisp of steam rose from his body, as if he were using his Qi and Blood to directly dry his clothes.

After tidying himself up, Fang Shu looked at Xiao Lili, who was lying by the bathtub, and bowed respectfully, saying:

"Congratulations, Fellow Daoist Xiao, on your new life. Please rest. I'll take my leave now."

Xiao Lili, who was leaning over the bucket, chin in hand watching him, quickly called out:

"Brother Fang, please wait!"

Fang Shu stopped and looked at the other person, asking if there was anything else he could help with.

To everyone's surprise, Xiao Lili calmly got up without saying a word. Her fair skin made her step out of the bathtub and walked to Fang Shu, her legs pressed together without any gap.

The woman looked grateful, pressed her hands together, bowed deeply to Fang Shu, revealing her smooth back and exposing herself without any defenses.

She lowered her head and said, "I will never forget the kindness of Xiao Lili my life."

I swear here today that I will repay this debt with my life, serving Fang Lang as my lord, never betraying or abandoning him, and dying for my lord's honor!

Xiao Lili wasn't a blockhead; she had witnessed firsthand how Fang Shu had gone to great lengths to save her life, using all sorts of extraordinary items.

The two were merely strangers who met by chance and had no real relationship whatsoever. In fact, it could be said that their families had a history of feuds.

Today, Fang Shu has been able to help her wholeheartedly and without expecting anything in return. Xiao Lili has no way to repay him except with her own body and life, which she will repay with her whole heart!

As long as Fang Shu doesn't abandon her, she is willing to serve him by his side for every single day.

In the quiet room, white mist still lingered, making the room appear hazy and the figures like those in a painting.

Fang Shu stood upright, staring at the woman in astonishment, somewhat taken aback.

As he hesitated to speak, Xiao Lili, seeing that he didn't respond, trembled as she lay prone and hesitantly raised her head.

The woman raised her innocent face, smiled ingratiatingly, and said in a soft, sweet voice:

"Master, would you be willing to accept me as your servant?"

Seeing this genuine and seemingly sincere plea from a beautiful woman, Fang Shu was momentarily lost in thought and filled with admiration.

He realized that this woman must have been bedridden for half a year after becoming a cripple. Coupled with the deep hatred for her father's death and the coldness of human relationships, she regarded him as her second parent and benefactor after being saved by him today, and wanted to repay him with her body.

Fang Shu was still somewhat surprised that Xiao Lili spoke so humbly and thoroughly.

He had a vague feeling that the woman's mentality was somewhat abnormal, as if she had been poisoned, and he couldn't tell whether it was a pathological condition or just a coquettish behavior, or perhaps both.

Fang Shu did not comply with Xiao Lili's request to become her master.

He neither agreed nor refused, but instead smiled and replied, "Since you have already made your vow and the Lord is in your heart, why ask me?"

Xiao Lili was stunned. "This..."

Fang Shu stood with his hands behind his back and said calmly, "If I agree, you'll resent me if I don't help you when you're in trouble, and I can't afford to owe you anything when you're rich and powerful. What's the point?"

Xiao Lili felt relieved.

Without further hesitation, she immediately bowed again and respectfully said, "This servant Xiao Lili, greets Master."

Fang Shu stood there, neither avoiding nor responding, neither taking the initiative, but simply observing.

After paying her respects, the woman did not stand up, but looked at Fang Shu and whispered:

"Does Master have any instructions that Lili can do?"

Upon hearing this, Fang Shu slightly raised his eyelids, sized up the other person, and a thought began to stir in his mind.