Dong Xiaochai and the members of the Dong Family entered the room. Seeing how much better Dong Fengwu's complexion had become, every one of them looked delighted.
"Senior Brother, the Life Transformation Pill really worked! Second Uncle is doing so much better!" Overjoyed, Dong Xiaochai instinctively ran up to Chen Shi'an, caught his arm, and shook it excitedly.
This gesture was clearly far too intimate.
Sensing the strange looks from her clansmen, Dong Xiaochai blushed and hurriedly let go of Chen Shi'an's arm.
Chen Shi'an coughed softly. "Everyone, although the Life Transformation Pill has had an effect, we still need to observe what happens next. We mustn't let our guard down.
"I'll head back now. If anything happens with Commander Dong, please inform me at once."
With that, he cupped his hands slightly toward the Dong Family members and took his leave.
Dong Xiaochai personally saw him outside, looking distinctly embarrassed as she said, "Senior Brother, thank you. If you hadn't helped, my second uncle..."
Chen Shi'an waved a hand. "There's no need for thanks, Junior Sister. Commander Dong has always been on good terms with our Earth Pill Sect, and you and I belong to the same sect. This is what I ought to do."
"Commander Dong hasn't recovered from his injuries yet, so we still can't let our guard down. Let me know promptly if anything happens here."
Dong Xiaochai nodded and accompanied him for another half a li before turning back.
After returning to the Earth Pill Sect, Chen Shi'an immediately summoned Tong Xiao.
"Sect Master, as you instructed, we've finished our preparations regarding the Wu Family. We can act at any time." Tong Xiao entered and bowed respectfully.
Chen Shi'an waved a hand lightly. "The plan has changed. Hold off for now.
"Send someone to