Seeing the unspoken understanding on Gu Bei's and Gu Lan's faces, Yun Tian immediately knew they already had someone in mind. Some things did not need to be spelled out. The wise knew when to stop; saying too much would only overstep the bounds.
"As long as you know."
Yun Tian brushed the matter aside, then changed the subject. "All right, let's talk about your treatment."
At those words, both Gu Bei and Gu Lan immediately pricked up their ears, even their breathing growing lighter. Gu Lan always put on a brave front, claiming she had long since grown used to her wheelchair. But if there was truly a chance to stand again, who in this world would willingly spend every year confined to that tiny chair?
Yun Tian looked at her, his voice calm but every word clear. "I can remove the remaining poison from your legs right now. Once sensation returns, you'll be able to walk normally. But there's a fatal risk to doing that-the moment the person who poisoned you discovers you've recovered, they'll strike again. Besides, your cultivation has languished for years. With your current meager strength, you won't be able to withstand the open spears and hidden arrows that follow."
The first half warmed Gu Lan's heart, but the second poured a bucket of icy water over her head. Both siblings' expressions darkened at once.
Gu Lan gave a bitter smile, a trace of desolation passing through her eyes. "That's right. Even if my legs recover, my cultivation has fallen far behind, and my standing in the Gu family is no longer what it once was. If that person dared to poison me once, they'll dare to do it a second time, or even..."
"Gu Lan! Don't worry. I'll do everything I can to protect