Xiao City.
Inside the prison, Pill King Gu He, whom Xiao Zhan had struck down over ten days earlier, had been lucky enough to survive. However, his injuries had yet to heal completely, and his Storage Ring had been confiscated, leaving him unable to recover with healing pills.
"The Xiao Clan Leader is truly terrifying. With my strength, coming here to make trouble was nothing short of courting death... What a pity I couldn't rescue Sect Master Yun Yun!"
Regret filled Gu He's eyes as he murmured under his breath. Had he known how powerful Xiao Zhan was, he would never have rushed over so recklessly.
"Gu He, it seems you were lucky enough to snatch your life back!"
Outside the cell, Xiao Zhan smiled at Pill King Gu He, who lay sprawled on the damp floor.
"Xiao Clan Chief, I acted rashly before. Please be magnanimous and overlook this lesser man's offense. Spare me this once!" At the sight of Xiao Zhan outside his cell, Gu He immediately grew agitated. He understood that if he defied Xiao Zhan now, he would likely follow in the footsteps of Yan Shi and the others at once.
"Invading my Xiao City is such a grave crime. Tell me, why should I forgive you?" Xiao Zhan asked with a smile.
Hearing Xiao Zhan's tone, Gu He felt not panic but a surge of joy. He knew that if he answered well, he would have a chance to survive.
"Xiao Clan Chief, as you know, I am a Sixth-Rank Alchemist. In a few years, I may even have a chance of becoming a seventh-rank alchemist. If you spare me this time, I'm willing to stay and refine pills for you without compensation!" Gu He answered swiftly, presenting the only thing of value he had