However, they were frightened by Gan Xiuming's ferocious face and bloodshot eyes.

Gan Xiuming glared at them fiercely, as if they were some kind of monster, and then grabbed Tu Longjian and ran away like a whirlwind.

The three followed behind them anxiously. Was Gan Xiuming's gaze something to be ashamed of, perhaps indicating he intended to harm Tu Longjian?

However, none of them had yet reached the Foundation Establishment stage, and after following for a while, they couldn't keep up anymore, so they quickly contacted Shi Zixue.

"Zixue, something's happened!"

Fang Milu said breathlessly.

“Chun...xiang...she…”

"Ah... what happened to Chunxiang?!"

Upon hearing Tu Longjian's name, Shi Zixue suddenly stood up.

Because they had entrusted each other with their lives, Tu Longjian had told her his real name and asked her to keep it a secret.

Peng Nana pushed Fang Milu away and said coldly:

"Gan Xiuming, his eyes blazing with anger, dragged Chunxiang along, heading off somewhere we couldn't keep up with. We followed for a while but couldn't catch up. It seemed he was heading straight for deserted, secluded places."

Ye Yuchun's eyes showed worry as she chimed in, "Yes, we're worried he might harm the big boss. You have the highest cultivation level, could you go and check on him?"

I hope nothing bad happens to her boss.

"Such a thing?!"

Shi Zixue picked up the Crimson Snow Sword from the table, her expression icy, her eyes filled with rage, and swiftly rushed out.

Following the directions given by Fang Milu and the other two, she quickly found Tu Longjian and Gan Xiuming.

Gan Xiuming was speaking softly to Tu Longjian.

"Chunhyang, finally there's no one here who's after you."

"I feel like they all like you and want to take you away from me."

"Please don't leave me."

Tu Longjian raised an eyebrow and looked at Gan Xiuming, whose eyes were glazed over, and asked:

"So what price are you willing to pay?"

Gan Xiuming's eyes were filled with love and infatuation.

"I am willing to give you all my elixirs and treasures forever."

She looked at her long, shapely nails, smiled, and gently tucked a stray strand of hair behind her ear.

"And what else? They are all my friends."

"I...I won't target them anymore, as long as...you come home."

"Then, are you willing to give up your fortune and your life?"

His tone was gentle, yet it carried a chilling intent.

“Luck, life? I’m willing… no, no, not yet.” He struggled, shaking his head frantically.

Tu Longjian pinched his jaw hard, exposing his gums, and sure enough, he saw that Gan Xiuming's teeth were somewhat black.

The Heartbreak Grass began to take effect, poisoning the cultivator from the bones, just like the fallen cultivator.

This poisonous herb is truly domineering and sinister.

Seeing Gan Xiuming's frantic expression, she sensed something was wrong.

This is too abnormal. Even if a normal person encounters a rival in love, they wouldn't be so easily provoked as to become so paranoid and completely forget their usual composure.

It turned out that Gan Xiuming was stimulated, which triggered the effects of the poisonous herb, causing him to fall into a state of confusion.

This domineering love poison is designed to prevent the user from even harboring resentment or jealousy towards their lover.

You must accept everything about your loved one.

However, Gan Xiuming's success rate was only 70, not 100, so he refused to completely obey Tu Longjian.

However, if this continues, he will suffer from the poison.

We can't let him die, otherwise the system will notice, and the death of the chosen one will also attract the attention of the Heavenly Dao.

Tu Longjian was still a minor Foundation Establishment cultivator at the Sun level, unable to contend with the Heavenly Dao.

So she parted her red lips slightly and said, "Alright, I'll let you off the hook. We'll talk about it later."

As soon as he finished speaking, Gan Xiuming's teeth slowly faded, the toxins disappeared, and he returned to normal.

Gan Xiuming collapsed to the ground, exhausted, as if he had been pulled out of the water.

Tu Longjian did not help him up, but coldly watched him fall to the ground.

"Who's there?" Tu Long sensed something and asked coldly towards the tree behind him.

Shi Zixue walked out silently with the Crimson Snow Sword in her hand, not even having time to quell her anger towards Gan Xiuming.

“It’s Zixue.” Tu Longjian was somewhat surprised.

She approached Shi Zixue as if nothing had happened, smiling and chatting, but the two small, sharp teeth she revealed were inexplicably terrifying.

"How did you get here?"

Shi Zixue did not back down, but looked at Tu Longjian with a gentle expression.

“I heard from them that you were kidnapped, so I came to find you.”

"It's alright, I'm stronger than him," Tu Longjian said with a smile.

"Yes, I know." Shi Zixue's tone was low and gentle, revealing a hint of heartache.

"You've suffered."

Huh? Tu Longjian was a little confused by Shi Zixue's train of thought.

She thought that if the other person saw the real side of her beneath her gentle exterior, they would be angry, afraid, or would distance themselves.

She wouldn't harm Shi Zixue; she would only go back to her master and ask for a gag order.

Surprisingly, Shi Zixue felt sorry for her?

Shi Zixue looked somewhat conflicted. "Um, do you need a hug?"

“I think you look very tired, as if some huge obstacle is blocking your way and holding you back.”

"And you have to pretend to flatter that person all day long, it must be tiring."

Shi Zixue's expression was extremely serious as she slowly spoke, and she actually opened her arms hesitantly.

"Okay, thank you." Tu Longjian was touched and hugged them tightly.

She never expected that so many people would actually care about her; they were so kind.

"Aren't you afraid of me?" Tu Longjian asked in a muffled voice.

"No matter which side you are in, you are the Tu Longjian I know. I fully understand your predicament."

Tu Longjian buried his face deep into Shi Zixue's shoulder, feeling her icy and ethereal energy, and a sense of peace settled in his heart.

The two then carried Gan Xiuming to the Poison Peak.

The Poison Peak disciple looked at Tu Longjian with a look of amazement.

He asked, his eyes fixed on Gan, "What's wrong with Junior Brother Gan?"

Despite expressing concern, he allowed Gan Xiuming to lie on the cold, poisonous ground.

Tu Longjian's eyes darkened, and his voice was timid, "Xiu Ming probably fainted because he was too tired. We'll take him back to the cave. Please lead the way, Senior Brother."

"No problem, no problem. Junior sister, I'll carry him for you, you guys don't need to do anything."

The disciple eagerly grabbed Gan Xiuming by the back of his hand and hoisted him onto his shoulder with a thud.

Gan Xiuming's head was hanging upside down, congested with blood, and his face seemed to be in some pain.

Hey, your senior brother is really rude to you.

Tu Longjian shook her head, feeling sorry for him, but she let him carry Gan Xiuming like that.

"What is the relationship between Junior Sister and Junior Brother Gan?" the Poison Peak disciple asked casually.

"What's it to you?" Shi Zixue looked at him coldly. Another philanderer, so annoying.

The Poison Peak disciple said somewhat sheepishly, "I was just asking out of curiosity. Junior Brother Gan often boasts about having a beautiful future Daoist partner, and seeing Junior Sister's stunning beauty today, I was just curious."

As he spoke, he blushed slightly.

“That’s right, it’s me,” Tu Longjian replied in a good mood.

Gan Xiuming's harem is finally down to just her; the situation is excellent. Once she's finished conquering him, she can dump him and move on to the next one.

I wonder when I'll meet the next chosen one.