"Why? Isn't Si Yan right by your side? Where is the divine power, you and Si Yan have been separated?" He You Tian was filled with astonishment.
My heart suddenly skipped a beat.
"There was an incident at the Jia family. At that time, the medicine from Ji Kui was given to Yun Jinshan and another subordinate of mine at the Jia family. The person who took the medicine at Yun Jinshan was of low status, but it was quite troublesome for the Jia family."
"Si Yan hasn't returned... It seems you don't know many things, Senior Brother."
"Maybe she got delayed on her way... After all, I just arrived in the large Xue City not long ago, and she might still be on her way up the mountain?" My tone was steady.
The true person can't have any accident.
The only problem is that I overlooked it; I can just go straight to the Jia family after getting off the high-speed rail, but Si Yan still has to climb Mount Sigu, which will take at least midnight.
Plus, I also overlooked it; if Si Yan hasn't arrived, she won't report the situation of all Gucang City to He You Tian. Therefore, He You Tian naturally wouldn't know that Ji Kui was killed.
"The antidote from Ji Kui... Well, we are still looking for Ji Kui, and the antidote he possesses should be able to..." He You Tian was about to finish his sentence when I said: "Ji Kui is already dead. The chaos in Gucang City was caused by him. I killed him."
I straightened out my thoughts and summarized everything that had happened in Gucang City, giving a concise account to He You Tian.
I also mentioned the reasons for our parting on the road.
"So that's it... " He You Tian sighed lightly: "This is indeed some dirty business of Gucang City itself. However, this is quite normal. They are too unaccustomed to the world, and it's been a thousand years since the emergence of an aggressive person. That's already very rare. The person was indeed a genius, and his abilities were great as well. Now he has caused Gucang City a significant loss, but that's fine, you've joined the game, Master Xian Shen."
"The high-level Taoist techniques from Juqu Mountain. When we fought with them last time, none of them were able to use it, but now it has reappeared on Master Xian Shen."
"The problem with Zhenchong is very troublesome. Gucang City is willing for some predecessors to breakthrough into Yang Shen when you and Si Yan go to observe, which represents their gratitude towards you and Si Yan, as well as the layout of Gucang City."
"And, the hope placed on Ji Kui's shoulders has been shattered, and everything is back to the starting point. It's still the Ba Zhai, and we know nothing about them again..."
He You Tian's voice carried a note of sighing.
"They really are very good at hiding. Cloud Jinshan, Leiping Daoist Temple, our four-regulations mountain, as well as the Tie Shā Mountain and the folk ghost cabinets and mortuary organizations, searching in all these places haven't found a single trace of them. Can they hide up in the sky?"
For a moment, I didn't respond to He You Tian.
"All right, estimate the time. Si Yan will arrive at the mountain gate at dawn. I will hand over the female one jade tablet and the four-regulations mirror to her then. You must listen to your elder brother's words and don't let her return to the mountain gate out of some personal emotions. Safety is more important." He You Tian cautioned me.
I still didn't confirm my answer.
"Your child." He You Tian was sighing repeatedly.
"Big brother, your concerns for me are falling on Si Yan, making her a tool to exhibit personal desires. I can feel your concern for me and understand it clearly. However, Si Yan also needs more seclusion. There are such great risks in Tian Gong Quan. And what about the five herbs in Juqu Mountain? Are there no hidden dangers there as well?"
"She went from a less reliable disciple with no strength to a true being in an instant. I always feel that everything in this world is relative. When you have strength that does not match your own, you will eventually have to pay the price. She needs more seclusion and research. You should also help her more."
I am not using these words to shut He You Tian up or to prevent Si Yan from taking action.
That, is the truth.
As someone who has personally experienced it, I can be more certain that there is no such thing as a free lunch. If you don't pay for something at the time, the cost will undoubtedly be greater!
"You have indeed gained a lot of insights." He You Tian's sighs lessened.
After hanging up the phone, I didn't realize that it was already dawn.
I arrived back very late, went to visit Jia Qi, had a conversation with my parents, and then talked to He You Tian about so many things. The time spent was naturally longer.
It was only then that I began to walk towards the courtyard where Jia Qi lived.
When I arrived at the courtyard outside, I saw that there were more people guarding there, Jia Ying, and my parents were nowhere to be seen.
"The husband-in-law, Miss Qiqi is resting now. The first sister said that she doesn't want to see anyone at the moment, especially Miss Qiqi doesn't want to see you. They are waiting in the hall." A servant came forward and said to me.
The reason why Jia Qi doesn't want to see me is quite simple; she doesn't want to cause trouble herself.
That's right. Spending all your energy to run the ghost cabinets alone and putting yourself in the lead is also to make them better, but the result was that it became a misdeed for good intentions, adding more troubles for me.
Instead of forcefully entering the yard, I went to the hall.
As expected, Jia Ying and a group of people from the Jia family were all there.
I didn't see my parents, though.
After I went over, they all stood up. Jia Ying walked to my side, and she wanted to say something but didn't.
"Ah, that girl." Jia Chang heavily waved his sleeve, sighed again.
Eventually, Jia Chang said: "Master Xian Shen, in the past, the family has tried to minimize your troubles as much as possible. After all, you have a status here and are always busy. This time, it was little Qi Qi who took things upon herself. She has a good heart and is always dedicated to the family. The ghost cabinets have also been gathered and trained by her. I can only bow my head and ask for your help."
I only now understood the reason why Jia Ying wanted to say something but didn't.
She, like Jia Ying, wanted me to save Jia Qi.
Just then, Jia Chang spoke up.
"I guess President Wei is at a loss." I pondered.
I probably understand why my parents aren't here.
They don't want the Jia family to know about the Abgon Lama's matter and even less want them to know that there are clues from the eight residences.
In the end, the decision was for me to come down alone and not be interfered by others.
Whether the interference is from personal feelings, goodwill, or concern for me.
"The President said... Little Qing is still going to lose her soul, her head has become a sieve, unable to hold her soul. The last time, he saved a person named Bai Zhi, who was hurt somewhat similarly. She only had one wound and it could be compensated with vital energy. To save Little Qing, it's not enough just with vital energy. There are more and more wounds that keep appearing. When her face is completely disfigured, her soul can no longer be held and it wanders further and further away."
"At that time, even he won't be able to find it back."
"If Little Qing is taken into his evil prison, her soul can be confined, at least it won't be able to leave the area of the evil prison. However, if time goes on, normal people will be corroded by the negative energy, thus they won't be considered people anymore."
Jia Ying's explanation was very clear after that.
"At least, this is a temporary solution that won't cause Jia Qi to die as a result." I reassured Jia Ying.
Jia Ying couldn't say anything.
"Grandpa, you can rest assured that I'll take care of it." I glanced over everyone and said.
For the Jia family, I am their backbone.
My exact answer immediately put everyone at ease.
