Medicine Person Receives the Art

Fang Shu stared intently at the Lone Pavilion Master.

The Lone Pavilion Master remained calm and composed, a strange smile on his face:

"Have you noticed that Xiao Lili's personality and temperament have changed since you helped her obtain and refine the medicine, especially towards you?"

This question made Fang Shu pause, and then he nodded honestly, saying in surprise:

"Master's discerning eyes have discovered this as well."

The Lone Pavilion Master explained:

"Like her, although the final result was that Spirit Root was planted, in reality, she was merely transformed into a 'medicine person'."

No matter who helps her retrieve the medicine, even Foundation Establishment Earth Immortal, it would be difficult to completely extract the medicinal ginseng from her body, especially the one in her brain.

Normally, with Xiao Hu helping her suppress it, nothing would be noticeable. But now that she's fighting the ginseng to the death, the ginseng can't just sit there and die, and the aftereffects are starting to appear."

The old woman uttered:

"This is like an external object entering the brain, similar to worms eating away at the brain. It can either lead to an extreme temperament or a cold and indifferent personality. In short, it's a case of being Demonization by the medicinal ginseng."

Fang Shu chewed on his words, a look of sudden realization crossing his face. So that's how it is.

The situation described by the Lone Pavilion Master is actually quite common in Guling Town.

Many Immortal cultivator who overdose on potent and dangerous medicines will face such an end, especially those who have consumed medicines made from Demon Beast or minerals.

And this is not only true of Immortal cultivator, but also among mortals, there are many, such as those who are so drunk that they become senile and delirious, or those who are stubborn and extreme.

The Lone Pavilion Master sighed again:

"But you can't blame that girl. It's already a stroke of luck that she ended up like this."

And it wasn't just her; many aspiring Refining Qi would reach this point, willing to become Demonization or even inhuman, just to break through to the Refining Qi.

She stared intently at Fang Shu, then said:

"While such consequences may not be easily described as gains or losses, they do pose certain hidden dangers, especially the potential for inner demons. Therefore, Fang Shu, you must remember that when you cultivate your Qi Refining Qi your Spirit Root in the future, you are Immortal cultivator, not a demon."

The various Spirit Root and Gu worms, though important, all exist because of you. You must not act rashly, nor be swayed by them!

When the Lone Pavilion Master spoke his last words, his voice suddenly grew louder and his tone became cold and stern, causing Fang Shu's eardrums to ache.

Seeing the other party's serious expression, Fang Shu also quickly adopted a solemn demeanor, cupped his hands, and said:

"Yes, disciple will remember!"

Seeing Fang Shu's expression, the Lone Pavilion Master knew that he had taken Fang Shu's words to heart, and the expression on his old face relaxed.

Suddenly, the old woman teased again:

"Although Xiao Lili possesses demonic nature and has become a medicine person, she may still have inner demons in the future."

But for you, this isn't a bad thing; it's actually a good thing.

These words made Fang Shu raise his head, his eyes flickering for a moment, as if he had some guesses in his mind.

The Lone Pavilion Master no longer kept it a secret and stated directly:

"You helped her get the medicine, which is not only a life-saving grace for her, but also ensures that her body is filled with your Qi and Blood. Because of the ginseng, your Qi and Blood directly flowed into her brain. This is like refining a poisonous insect, and you have left an indelible mark on her body."

Even if she achieves Foundation Establishment in the future, she will still feel a certain affinity towards you. It can be said that her words about being a slave or servant are not false.

Hearing this, Fang Shu understood. No wonder the Lone Pavilion Master knew so much about the relationship between him and Xiao Lili.

It turns out that the Lone Pavilion Master had already anticipated this when he instructed him to help Xiao Lili.

"So that's how it is..." In a flash of thought, Fang Shu's mind wandered, and he asked, "Then may I ask, Master, if one asks someone to help plant a Spirit Root, is it the same?"

The Lone Pavilion Master gave him an approving look and nodded. "Exactly."

The other party added:

"This is just like training soldiers in the mortal world, which cannot be done by others. Whoever helps plant the Spirit Root can see the other's foundation and, with a little manipulation, can refine it into a puppet, a Dao soldier, Perfected Person pet."

Therefore, once you reach the mountain, if someone offers to help you cultivate your Spirit Root, don't assume they're a good person. Once your foundation is in someone else's hands, you'll lose control of your own destiny.

Fang Shu was terrified and immediately bowed deeply to the Lone Pavilion Master.

Such secretive matters, which are beneficial to those in power, would be extremely difficult for those living at the foot of the mountain to know without the guidance of their elders. And once they fall into the trap, they would likely be deeply ingrained with servility, not even realizing they are slaves.

Not only that, the Lone Pavilion Master also casually said:

"From now on, Xiao Lili will not only be more affectionate towards you, but also, because of the residual Qi and Blood from you in her body, any Law Power she cultivates in the future will be easily digestible for you."

This is precisely why I call her "the medicine person." To others, she is a ginseng root; to you, she is even more so.

At this point, the Lone Pavilion Master stopped there and did not elaborate further.

However, inspired by the other Fang Shu had already thought of many ways to use this woman as a furnace.

He considered various methods, including bloodletting and consuming the food, as well as yin-yang tonification. He even considered the Jujube-Nurturing Secret Art that he possessed. For him, using all sorts of harmful and self-serving methods on Xiao Lili would likely be twice as effective with half the effort.

While Fang Shu was deep in thought, the Lone Pavilion Master kept glancing at him, observing his reaction.

This instruction can hardly be considered a test.

Because after Fang Shu, a first- Fang Shu, went up the mountain, he became familiar with the ins and outs of the Immortal Sect, and especially after falling into some pitfalls, he naturally learned about these things.

The Lone Pavilion Master is simply informing us in advance.

After pondering for a few breaths, Fang Shu suppressed the distracting thoughts in his mind, exhaled deeply, and cupped his hands in greeting, saying:

"Using people as medicine, especially friends, is no different from the methods of a demon."

"Master, besides this so-called benefit, have I received any other benefits this time?"

Upon seeing this, the Lone Pavilion Master revealed a look of satisfaction.

She didn't care whether Fang Shu's answer was true or false, or what his choices would be when faced with difficulties in the future.

To have this saying today, "no different from a demon," shows that this young man is already quite remarkable.

The old woman nodded and said:

"Of course there is. When you helped her get the medicine, you saw the pathways of her meridians and the flow of her Qi and Blood; it was like Mystic Script."

Fang Shu nodded immediately; this was exactly what he wanted to ask.

The Lone Pavilion Master said seriously:

"All of these are the Spirit Root Atlas, which are difficult for outsiders to see, and the Immortal Sect forbids them from being passed on to outsiders. They can only be obtained through merit."

Your assistance in retrieving the medicine today was a valuable opportunity to explore the truth and witness the living catalog. You not only broadened your horizons but also gained half of the method for Spirit Root.

Study this item carefully, and you can use the Spirit Root Atlas within her body to examine your own. Even without exchanging for Spirit Root Atlas within the Immortal Sect, there's a chance you'll naturally cultivate Spirit Root.

Upon hearing this, Fang Shu was greatly encouraged and thought to himself:

"So this Mystic Script is the Spirit Root Atlas, closely related to cultivating Spirit Root. No wonder it's so profound, capable of producing three changes overnight."

He hurriedly flipped through the Dao Register, examining the images stored in his mind.

In addition, Fang Shu's thoughts also involuntarily fell on the natal insect embryo on his forehead.

He vaguely remembered that when he was comprehending the Natural Secret Script, his natal insect embryo also reacted.

"Could it be that my Spirit Root will manifest in this natal insect embryo?" Fang Shu wondered.