"No, it should be that the hot spring water has been replaced with clean water. There's a secret hidden in the middle of this pool. Look at that whirlpool; it should be where the stagnant water that couldn't be used was absorbed, and then new water was added from the outermost edge."
Li Chang'an said thoughtfully.
Then, she turned to look at Tao Yaojun, as if asking for his opinion.
As Li Chang'an had predicted, Tao Yaojun appeared to be on high alert.
The reason is that every time the pool water is replaced, it is sent underground and then used to irrigate the various plants growing in the cave.
But now the water has become highly poisonous, and if it is poured into the ground, the rare flowers and plants in this cave will probably not live much longer.
It is important to know that all things have a spirit, especially these precious plants that originally gathered the essence of heaven and earth.
The reason why this cave dwelling has its unique shape and climate is not only because it is located in this sacred mountain and is rarely affected by the mortal world, but also because of the spiritual energy that complements it with all kinds of rare plants and flowers.
However, things are already beyond repair. If the water in the pool is not changed, the remaining poison in the Vermilion Bird's body cannot be completely eliminated.
The process of eliminating residual toxins is like undergoing a bone-cleansing and marrow-washing process, with alternating cycles. The pool water needs to be constantly drained and renewed until it no longer becomes murky, indicating that the residual toxins have been completely eliminated.
Based on the pulse diagnosis of the Vermilion Bird, Yan Qianhe concluded that it would take three days to completely eliminate the remaining toxins.
Tao Yaojun now felt utterly heartbroken.
I estimate that my cave dwelling will be completely destroyed in less than three days.
Looking at Tao Yaojun's incredibly melancholy and miserable appearance, as if even drinking water could cause her to choke, Li Chang'an felt a little ashamed, but she was powerless to help.
Therefore, Li Chang'an could only step forward, pat the other's shoulder in a comforting manner, and then say in a low voice, "Zhuque will definitely thank you."
"I'll thank you on her behalf."
Just then, Cangyun chimed in, nodding and smiling at Taoyaojun as he spoke.
Feng Beichuan then stepped forward and said to Tao Yaojun in an unusually understanding tone, "It's alright. If all else fails, I'll have someone find you a similar auspicious location and build a similar hot spring to compensate you."
"As the saying goes, saving a life is better than building a seven-story pagoda. Brother Taoyao, you're not at a loss. Try to think more positively!"
Liang Xuanjing also offered words of comfort with a relaxed expression.
"That's enough, that's enough. Let's just leave it at that."
In the end, Tao Yaojun simply waved his hand and said something indifferent to everyone.
After suffering in silence for so long, has he finally come to terms with it? He could foresee the worst-case scenario anyway, and he was mentally prepared. Rather than continuing to suffer like this, he might as well let go of the pain.
Perhaps this can be considered a kind of realm.
Because of their special status, Li Chang'an, Feng Beichuan, and Liang Xuanjing could not stay here for long, so the group planned to set off for the capital city early the next morning.
After all that commotion, it was already dusk, and everyone was feeling quite tired from the previous night's journey.
Moreover, now that the matter of Suzaku has been completely resolved, once the tension is released, people become extremely tired.
Especially Liang Xuanjing, who had little martial arts skills and was not as physically strong as the others, sat on a rock that had naturally formed a chair-like spot, and soon fell asleep yawning.
Li Chang'an and the others found a quiet place to sit cross-legged and meditate, taking a short rest and regulating their breathing.
It is said that feng shui is good for nurturing people, and the atmosphere in this secret realm is far superior to that in the outside world, so it has a unique advantage in cultivating inner strength here.
After one night.
Li Chang'an was the first to open his eyes.
The surroundings were quiet, and everyone was still resting.
Immediately, Li Chang'an quietly got up to check on Zhuque's condition and found that after so long of detoxification, Zhuque's condition had begun to return to normal.
The water in the pool was still somewhat murky, but it was much better than before.
However, while Li Chang'an was overjoyed, he also sensed something was amiss.
She saw that the plants, which had been growing so lushly, had clearly withered considerably after the night, and some of the leaves even had specks of yellowish-brown on them.
What Tao Yao Jun feared had indeed happened.
In just one night, the atmosphere in the cave became much darker. Although the ever-burning palace lantern was still lit and everything around seemed unchanged, it was as if everything had changed.
For some reason, a faint sense of regret suddenly welled up in Li Chang'an's heart.
The next second, a cold glint flashed in her eyes.
Dark Night Pavilion.
It all started from this.
I will definitely avenge this one day!
Just then, Li Chang'an suddenly felt a series of strange movements coming from his waist.
Looking down, she was surprised to find that the dagger she always wore at her waist was now trembling slightly.
The feeling was like a ferocious beast about to break free from some restraint.
Li Chang'an immediately reached out and pressed his hand against the dagger at his waist, his expression becoming increasingly serious.
What's going on?
This dagger was clearly just a weapon I used for self-defense. As an inanimate object, how could it possibly be in this state?
Before she could even think about the reason, the dagger began to tremble more and more violently at her waist.
It felt as if it were about to break free from the sheath and fly away on its own.
Li Chang'an had no choice but to tentatively reach in and pull out the dagger.
But as soon as the dagger was drawn from its sheath, it seemed to be drawn by something, pulling Li Chang'an's hand that was holding the dagger and leading him straight in one direction.
Then, Li Chang'an was led by the dagger to the side of the hot spring pool.
Before Li Chang'an could even react, she felt a tremendous pull, dragging her hand holding the dagger into the pool.
Fortunately, just as Li Chang'an was about to fall into the pool, he grabbed the crystal pool wall next to him and steadied himself, thus avoiding being dragged into the water.
At that moment, the dagger in her hand had already been plunged into the hot spring water.
Just as Li Chang'an was filled with surprise, she felt the dagger in her hand tremble even more violently, causing the surrounding water to ripple.
At this moment, Li Chang'an felt a slight numbness in his palm, a sensation that spread throughout his entire arm, sending shivers down his spine.
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