After listening to my words, Grandpa Wei looked at Wei Shengnan on the hospital bed and sighed, "You're right. Nannan's condition can't get any worse. Even if we can't save her life, it's better to get her to wake up than to leave like this! Let's make that decision!"
Seeing Grandpa Wei nod, I turned my gaze to Miao Xiaoxian: "Besides having to remove this Gu worm within seven days, are there any other side effects?"
"It varies from person to person, and there are quite a few side effects. Some people experience loss of appetite, some experience excessive sleepiness, and some people with weaker constitutions begin to suffer backlash after about five days."
Miao Xiaoxian paused for a moment: "This kind of Gu worm is specifically used for people who are on the verge of death. No matter how many side effects there are, nothing is more terrifying than death."
"you're right."
After hearing Miao Xiaoxian's words, I didn't say anything more: "How long will it take for her to wake up after eating this Gu worm?"
"It takes about three hours. The Gu worm also needs time to adapt to the human body and absorb the toxins in her body."
Miao Xiaoxian paused for a moment: "I have to stay here during this process to prevent any unforeseen events. I am using a secret technique that the village cannot share with outsiders, so you cannot be present."
"Let's go!"
Old Master Wei couldn't bear to see Wei Shengnan in so much pain and wanted to relieve her suffering as soon as possible. He quickly led Wei Xiao and me out of the room and instructed us, "Wei Xiao, contact the shaman priests we know immediately and inquire about the whereabouts of the Dokoho Goddess statue! Xiao Duan, I'll have someone prepare a guest room for you. You can stay here so that if I need you for anything, I can see you as soon as possible."
"no problem."
I nodded: "Grandpa Wei, that little girl in the house is quite skilled at using Gu. Since she dared to make such a bold claim, she can definitely save Shengnan's life, so don't worry too much."
"Don't worry, although I'm not very talented, I've lived to be this old and have experienced some ups and downs. I was just a little anxious because of Shengnan's illness, but I can adjust myself."
Grandpa Wei nodded: "If you hadn't brought your friend here today, Sheng Nan probably wouldn't be alive. Xiao Duan, on behalf of the entire Wei family, I would like to express our highest respect to you."
I replied humbly, "Grandpa Wei, you're too kind. The four sects share the same origin, and Shengnan and I are friends. Of course, I wouldn't stand idly by if she were in trouble!"
Grandpa Wei patted my arm: "Ever since you went to the Ze King's Tomb in the Far East, I've been wanting to find an opportunity to talk to you. But you've seen the current situation of the Wei family. I just want to save Sheng Nan's life first. We can talk about other things later."
"I understand how you feel right now, and I can guess what you're going to say."
I smiled at Grandpa Wei: "I know you've always treated me like a junior, and even when we were fighting Wei Shengnan and the others, you kept telling them to hold back! To be honest, I met Duan Jinyan at the Miao Jiang Immortal Palace this time, and he didn't hesitate for a moment when he chose to kill me."
In the past, my desire to find out his whereabouts was somewhat driven by personal motives, but now I have no such thoughts at all. I just want to get rid of him, completely resolve everyone's misunderstandings, and end this farce within the Four Gates!
Today I called Shengnan to discuss cooperating in capturing Duan Jinyan, but I unexpectedly learned that Shengnan had been poisoned, which is why I rushed to Shenyang.
“You’ve misunderstood. What I want to talk to you about has never been about making you back down on Duan Jinyan. I’m just worried that if your conflict with Qu Ruilin continues, you won’t be accepted by the Four Gates in the future.”
Old Master Wei sighed: "You children have never witnessed the glory of the Four Gates, so naturally you have no sense of belonging to the Four Gates. But in my heart, there is always a wish, which is to let you revitalize the Four Gates! I just don't want you to let the grudges of the previous generation cause new hatred in this generation, and continue this pain from generation to generation."
"I couldn't answer this question before, but I promise this situation will never happen again."
I took a deep breath: "Since someone among the four sects is destined to suffer this pain, it can only be me. After all, I am surnamed Duan. Ever since Duan Jinyan and I fell out, I have been tormented by hatred. And it has only been a few days. Qu Ruilin has carried this hatred since he was a child. I can imagine how he feels."
Old Master Wei didn't continue the conversation I was on, but changed the subject, saying, "I've already ordered people to investigate the situation of Duokuohuo with all their might. This matter should have a result soon. You and Qu Ruilin will be in charge of finding the statue together! Take this opportunity to get to know each other better, consider it a chance to get to know each other."
"Okay, I'll do as you say."
Since I wanted to save Wei Shengnan's life, I didn't pretend and agreed immediately.
...
After the Wei family escorted me to my guest room, I dialed Monkey's number: "How are you doing in Tianjin? Is everything alright?"
"Great, of course! This is your father-in-law's house, how could he possibly mistreat us!"
The monkey grinned: "Young Master Duan, you rushed back to Shenyang. I couldn't get through to you on the phone before. What happened?"
For a moment, I didn't know how to explain to Monkey: "When you called me earlier, I was probably on a plane! I went back to Shenyang because Wei Shengnan was sick. It's a long story, so please take Manjing and the others back to Shenyang as soon as possible. I'll tell you everything when we meet."
Monkey was somewhat surprised: "We just got back to Tianjin, why are we taking the team back so soon? Is there news about Duan Jinyan?"
I replied, "It's not about Duan Jinyan, it's about Wei Shengnan. We should be setting off in the next day or two. You should head back tonight! By the way, don't let Jiang Man know that Wei Shengnan is sick."
"Why?"
"Don't ask anymore, just do as I say."
After I ended the call with the monkey, I lay down on the soft bed.
To be honest, I actually feel somewhat fortunate that Wei Shengnan got sick.
She wasn't sober because she was sick, but because she was glad that I had a place to stay.
Although I lack nothing now and have more money than I can spend, I still feel a strange sense of loneliness.
When I returned to Wangyunzhai before, I had this uncomfortable feeling in my heart. When I was alone, I would always think about Duan Jinyan's things.
Now that Wei Shengnan is sick, my attention is being diverted, and I'm not overthinking things.
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