The Wu Residence was steeped in grief.
From top to bottom, everyone in the residence was heavy-hearted. The reason dated back to the decisive battle against Heaven Will Continent on the northern front several years ago. Master Wu Siping had led from the front, and though the war had ultimately been won, Wu Siping and the others had suffered grave injuries and been poisoned by Heaven Will Continent's deadly venom.
After that battle, the court bestowed lavish rewards upon the Wu Clan, but no reward, however great, could restore Wu Siping's health. Moreover, he had been the pillar of the family. Once badly injured, he could no longer serve as military governor and thus lost his power. The Wu Clan was made to taste the warmth and coldness of the world.
Later, renowned physicians sent by the court came to detoxify Wu Siping, but they could never eradicate the poison. It had become like a maggot clinging to the bone. Then Qiu Yan sent medicinal pills, which eased it to some extent. Yet part of the poison worked upon one's will, and external forces could do little against that part.
Thus, Wu Siping's illness dragged on for a long time. Fortunately, Qiu Yan later began peace talks with Heaven Will Continent, and the other side sent people over, finally purging the lingering poison in Wu Siping's will. But Wu Siping's body did not improve because of it—
The poison had been completely removed, but after being plagued by illness for so long and having his will tormented, his body had nearly collapsed. Medicine could scarcely restore him. Wu Siping himself also seemed resistant to further treatment. Day by day, his body declined, nearing the point where the oil ran dry and the lamp went out.
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