Chapter 252 - Reunion
After saying this, his huge body shook, and he seemed to be unable to support himself.
Luo Hongyi suddenly came back to her senses, looking at his forced appearance and the terrible wound on his back. The ice wall that had accumulated in her heart for many years collapsed at this moment, accompanied by an indescribable sourness, heartache and surging emotions!
She took a step forward, supporting Tie Niu's shaky body. Her usually cold voice was tinged with anxious anger and... tears? "You idiot! Who asked you to block it? Can't I dodge it myself?! Hold on! Don't fall asleep! Do you hear me?"
While she was shouting, she frantically took out her best detoxification pill and stuffed it into Tie Niu's mouth without hesitation. Her fingertips were even shaking with panic.
Seeing her anxious look on his face, Tie Niu felt that the minor injury on his back and the excruciating pain from the poison were nothing. His heart felt like it was filled with something warm and satisfying. He obediently swallowed the pill, still smiling innocently, repeating, "I'm fine... Senior Sister Luo, don't worry..."
Silence fell upon the court. Everyone stared at the strange giant who had suddenly appeared and sacrificed his life to protect the princess, and at the undisguised panic and concern of the princess, known for her cold-bloodedness and ruthlessness.
The emperor looked at this scene with a complicated expression, which finally turned into a sigh. He waved his hand, signaling the imperial physician to come forward and treat the patient.
Far away in the Arctic ice field, Chu Linyuan and Xie Zhao, who learned the news almost simultaneously through special channels, smiled at each other.
Xie Zhao rubbed his frozen hands and exhaled white air, saying, "Looks like we have to hurry back. Otherwise, I'm afraid we won't be able to make it to Silly Cow's wedding."
Chu Linyuan looked towards the south and nodded slightly, a hint of warmth reflected in his icy eyes.
The wind and snow in the far north could not stop me from returning home.
Chu Linyuan and Xie Zhao gave up their plan to continue exploring the ice field. They used several rare long-distance teleportation talismans and traveled day and night. Finally, half a month later, they set foot on the Black Rock Square of Guixu Sect, which was familiar yet had a brand new atmosphere.
The news of their return spread throughout the sect like wings.
"Senior Brother! Second Senior Brother!" Su Tang was the first to rush over like a cannonball, her little face flushed with excitement, tears flashing in her spiritual eyes, and she almost ran into Xie Zhao's arms, but was frozen in place by Chu Linyuan's eyes.
Behind her, the white deer was running towards her, holding the Moon-Eating Rabbit, which had grown noticeably bigger and shone more brightly, with an expression of uncontrollable joy on his face.
"It's good that you're back, it's good that you're back." Uncle Chen still looked leisurely, standing not far away with a broom in his hand. His cloudy old eyes swept over them, and he said something hoarsely, then continued to lower his head to sweep the non-existent dust. Only his slightly hunched back seemed to straighten a little.
The changes in the sect were enormous. The number of disciples had increased significantly, and all of them were full of energy and their cultivation had improved.
The town at the foot of the mountain has expanded again and has become a prosperous city with complete functions. The three big words "Guixu City" are shining in the sun.
The Talisman Array Tower seemed to have been raised another floor, and the medicinal fragrance wafting from the Baicao Dan Pavilion became more complex and mysterious. The newly built martial arts training grounds, lecture halls, weapon refining workshops and other buildings were arranged in an orderly manner. The entire sect was magnificent and full of vigorous vitality.
After settling down for a while, Xie Zhao couldn't wait to ask about Tie Niu and Luo Hongyi's situation.
Su Tang immediately began to talk excitedly, "Brother Tie Niu was poisoned with a powerful poison! It was the 'tarsal maggot' that Prince Su spent a fortune to get. It's said to be able to corrode the spirit!
Fortunately, Senior Sister Luo was well versed in medicine. She used many of her treasured treasures and went into seclusion to help Senior Brother Tie Niu use her internal energy to force out the poison. It took seven days and seven nights to completely eliminate the poison!
Senior Brother Tie Niu is now recuperating in the quiet room behind the Baicao Dan Pavilion, and Senior Sister Luo is personally guarding him!"
Xie Zhao and Chu Linyuan exchanged a glance, and saw the smiles in each other's eyes. It seemed that during the time they were away, progress had been rapid.
The two of them arrived at the quiet room behind the Baicao Dan Pavilion. Before they even entered, they heard Luo Hongyi's angry scolding from inside:
"Stupid cow! I told you not to move! What if the wound bursts?!"
"I...I'm fine, Senior Sister Luo. This is just a minor injury..."
"Shut up! If I say it's not healed, then it's healed! Drink the medicine!"
Xie Zhao suppressed a laugh and knocked on the door. The door opened, revealing Luo Hongyi's face, still as cool and beautiful as ever, but with a hint of subtle fatigue. Seeing them, she froze for a moment, then stepped aside. "Are you back?"
Inside the room, Tie Niu was lying obediently on a large, specially made bed, his bronze upper body wrapped in thick bandages. Upon seeing Chu Linyuan and Xie Zhao, his huge eyes lit up instantly, and he struggled to sit up: "Big Brother! Second Brother!"
"Lie down and don't move!" Luo Hongyi immediately glared at him, and Tie Niu instantly wilted and lay down obediently, but his eyes were still looking at his two senior brothers excitedly.
Chu Linyuan walked to the bedside, checked Tie Niu's pulse, and nodded: "His foundation is fine, and he can recover."
After receiving the affirmation from the eldest brother, Tie Niu smiled even more foolishly.
Xie Zhaoze moved closer to Luo Hongyi, winked at her and nudged her with his elbow, lowering his voice: "Alright, Junior Sister Luo, you know how to feel sorry for me now?"
Luo Hongyi's ears blushed slightly, and she glared at Xie Zhao fiercely, a poisonous mist looming from her fingertips. "Do you want to try the new, improved version of Hanxiao Banbudian?"
Xie Zhao immediately raised his hands in surrender: "No, no, no! I was wrong!" He quickly changed the subject and said seriously, "Has everything been dealt with in the palace?"
When it came to business, Luo Hongyi's eyes instantly regained their coldness and sharpness. She walked to the window, looking at the prosperous Guixu City below the mountain. Her tone was calm but with a hint of relief: "Prince Su and his followers were all executed. The several old men involved were also dismissed from office and stripped of their titles. As for the Grand Princess who was controlling the situation behind the scenes, His Majesty, considering the bloodline, abolished her cultivation and imprisoned her for life in the Imperial Mausoleum. All those who participated in framing my mother have paid the price."
She was silent for a moment, then continued, "Your Majesty...wanted me to stay in the palace, and even hinted at the position of crown prince."
Xie Zhao raised his eyebrows: "What do you think?"
Luo Hongyi turned around, a mocking yet carefree smile on her beautiful face. "That golden cage? Haha... I've avenged myself. Guixu Sect is my home." Her gaze swept across Tie Niu, who lay on the bed, grinning innocently at her, then glanced at Chu Linyuan and Xie Zhao. She spoke firmly, "I'm a free man now. Soon I will resign from His Majesty, completely leaving the royal family and returning to the sect."
Hearing her words, Tie Niu's eyes burst into great surprise, and he almost couldn't help but want to sit up again.
Chu Linyuan nodded slightly: "Zongmen, you are welcome at any time."
Xie Zhao clapped his hands and laughed, "Great! Our Guixu Sect's Poison Elder has returned as a king! Perfect! Our sect is now so prosperous, and there are many places where we need you to take charge!"
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