Healing

Wang Ling's residence is located in the most central area of Soul-Calming Office. After Lin Qing arrived, he gently knocked on the door knocker.

With a creak, the door opened, but it wasn't Wang Ling who stood there. Instead, it was a girl wearing a thin white shirt and with her hair in a ponytail. Her face was unusually pale, but she had a rather sweet appearance.

"Are you looking for my father? He hasn't returned yet," the woman asked timidly.

"Is she Lord Wang Ling's daughter?" Lin Qing asked.

"Yes, my name is Wang Xiaohui," the girl said.

Lin Qing noticed that the girl's eyes were darting around when she spoke, clearly indicating that she lacked self-confidence.

He heard that since Wang Xiaohui became seriously ill, she rarely went out because she had spider eggs in her blood and was afraid of spreading them to others. Others were also very afraid of her. Over time, Wang Xiaohui's personality became more and more introverted and closed off.

"Since he's not here, I'll be going now." Lin Qing was about to turn and leave.

Suddenly, an old woman's voice came from behind Wang Xiaohui.

"Are you Lin Qing?"

Lin Qing stopped and turned around, seeing an old woman with white hair standing behind Wang Xiaohui. Her face was wrinkled, but her facial features and face shape were somewhat similar to Wang Xiaohui's.

"It's me. And you are?"

"I'm Xiaohui's mother-in-law. Come in. My son just went out to get medicine for Xiaohui. He'll be back in a bit," the old woman greeted her.

"Good."

As Lin Qing entered, he saw a tall pear tree in the yard, bearing more than a dozen golden pears that looked like ingots. A breeze carried their sweet fragrance.

Lin Qing's heart stirred slightly. He recognized the fruit; it was called the Heavenly Origin Pear Fruit. It was said to nourish the body, prolong life, and relieve pain. It was a rare and precious treasure, priceless and unavailable.

He withdrew his gaze and walked into a house ahead. The old woman poured Lin Qing a cup of hot tea and then went to the kitchen to busy herself.

Lin Qing took a sip of hot tea, and then saw Wang Xiaohui walk in from the courtyard, holding a Heavenly Origin Pear Fruit in her hand, which she placed on the table in front of him.

"For you."

"This fruit is extremely valuable; you should keep it for yourself," Lin Qing said with a smile.

The Heavenly Origin Pear Fruit has a very strong analgesic effect. Lin Qing guessed that Wang Ling must have specially collected it for Wang Xiaohui's treatment.

This type of pear is extremely rare; the pear tree only bears fruit once every three years. Although Lin Qing also wanted to taste the fruit, he felt it was better to leave it for Wang Xiaohui, as she needed it more.

"You're a guest. My father said that when guests visit, we should treat them with precious and rare items," Wang Xiaohui said softly. "Please eat, don't be shy, this fruit is delicious."

Lin Qing saw only a longing in the girl's eyes for sharing the treasure with her friend, so he stopped insisting, took a big bite, and enjoyed the icy-cold taste.

"How is it? Isn't it delicious?" A smile appeared on the girl's face, and the fear she had felt upon seeing a stranger had largely dissipated.

"Great, delicious," Lin Qing said, taking another big bite.

After eating the pear, he soon felt a cool sensation coursing through his body, an indescribable feeling of comfort, as if his body was being reborn, and his skin seemed to have become smoother and more delicate.

He ate the entire pear in no time.

"Do you want to eat more?" Wang Xiaohui looked Lin Qing up and down, her watery eyes as clear and beautiful as emeralds.

"No need, thank you for your hospitality." Lin Qing smiled. He sensed a pure innocence from the girl, untouched by the filth of the world, and couldn't help but feel a surge of anger. The people in the Yinyuan Sect were truly a bunch of beasts. How many innocent girls like Wang Xiaohui had been brutally murdered?

Just then, Wang Ling returned.

"Xiaohui, there's only one bottle of the Five-Spirit Body-Nourishing Pill left in the Armory. Be careful, take one pill every three days, don't take more than that." Wang Ling said, tossing a small emerald green medicine bottle to Wang Xiaohui.

"Yes, Father," Wang Xiaohui replied.

"Lin Qing, is something the matter?" Wang Ling asked.

"My lord, if the Gang Qi I possess can nourish the body and remove hidden ailments, perhaps I could try to help Xiaohui cure the insect poison," Lin Qing said.

"Are you referring to the Everlasting Spring Astral Qi?" Wang Ling asked.

"The effect of my Gang Qi is even greater than that of Everlasting Spring Astral Qi," Lin Qing said.

Unity Heaven Art integrate various forces and simulate Gang Qi, and he can even surpass his predecessors, so his Everlasting Spring Astral Qi effect is stronger than others.

"Then let's give it a try." Wang Ling nodded, feeling quite grateful to Lin Qing. Regardless of whether it would work or not, at least Lin Qing had the intention.

"Don't be nervous!" Lin Qing said, walking up to Wang Xiaohui and placing his hand on her shoulder.

The girl pursed her lips. "I'm not nervous."

Lin Qing immediately activated the Everlasting Spring Art, unleashing his Everlasting Spring Astral Qi. A blue aura swirled around his palm and slowly flowed into the girl's body.

At first, the girl didn't react, but after only ten breaths, her complexion visibly became rosier.

Wang Ling hadn't held out much hope, but seeing this scene, a look of surprise involuntarily appeared in his eyes.

After a while, Wang Xiaohui suddenly coughed and spat out a mouthful of dark blood.

Lin Qing withdrew his palm, sweat trickling down his forehead. Using his Gang Qi energy to heal others had been extremely taxing on his strength.

Wang Xiaohui's eyes suddenly lit up, and she was so happy she wanted to jump for joy.

"Daddy, it works! It really works! I feel so much better now, it doesn't hurt as much as before."

She was in constant pain because the spider worms were relentlessly devouring her life force, but now she clearly felt that a considerable number of spider worms had been killed, and she felt much lighter.

"Sir, the spider worms haven't been completely eradicated, but a large number have been killed. I think Xiaohui's condition should improve significantly," Lin Qing explained.

"Very well, I am already very satisfied, Lin Qing. I, Wang Ling, will always remember this kindness." Wang Ling suppressed his joy and said righteously, "My lord, there is no need for such formalities. You have helped me a great deal; this is merely what I should do." Lin Qing quickly replied.

"I helped you to save Xiaohui. I had my own selfish reasons, so it can't be considered a favor," Wang Ling said softly.

"My lord, a gentleman judges by actions, not intentions. I don't care what your purpose was, the fact is you helped me, and a favor must be repaid," Lin Qing said solemnly.

Wang Ling nodded slightly. "Lin Qing, is there a way to eradicate the poisonous insects from Xiao Hui's body?"

"Not at the moment, but please don't despair, sir. As my strength grows and my inner Gang Qi becomes more profound, perhaps I will find a way to achieve it," Lin Qing said.

He wasn't talking nonsense, because when the combined power of the Unity Heaven Art reaches a thousand types, one can step into the True Essence Realm. The Everlasting Spring Astral Qi will transform into Evergreen True Qi, and the effect will be greatly enhanced, which may well be able to eradicate the poisonous insects.

"Alright, Lin Qing, I'm entrusting everything to you. I've spent the first half of my life practicing martial arts to realize my ambitions, and the second half to fulfill my responsibilities as a father. I must cure Xiaohui's illness. If you can do it, I, Wang Ling, will give you my life." Wang Ling said with emotion.

"Don't worry, sir, Xiaohui's illness will definitely be cured." Lin Qing was deeply moved.

He didn't say anything more, turned around and left, but Wang Ling's words and Wang Xiaohui's face kept echoing in his mind.