40 - The Divine Physician’s Overbearing Wife

### Chapter 40 "There's a problem." The system thought for a moment, "Could it be that Su Girl has been switched with someone else?" "That can't be it," Yan Zhuguang refuted the system's guess. "Su Girl has always been protected by the senior sister; no one could switch her under those keen eyes." "No switch happened," Yan Zhuguang continued, "I examined her pulse earlier. Her body's indeed innately weak, and there's no sign of deliberate disguise. Su Qian Er's constitution is unique; it's not something ordinary people could mimic." It turns out the host checked Su Girl's pulse to investigate her health. "Then why is it? Could it be that Su Girl's delicate and gentle demeanor was just an act, and she's actually a cold and ruthless person?" The system recalled the fierce determination when she said she'd make Qiu Qiao wish he were dead, thinking this guess might hold some truth. She had every right to resent Qiu Qiao and his group, but ignoring those who protected her at the cost of their lives does indeed seem a bit heartless. Logically, after such a fierce chase and escape, Su Qian Er’s first words upon waking should have been about that servant. Even if she was truly terrified, she should have inquired once she'd calmed. However, after conversing with Su Qian Er for quite a while, she didn't mention the pursuit once. Perhaps, this Su Qian Er girl is someone whose exterior doesn't match her interior. Yan Zhuguang said, "It's not that simple. When I discussed our journey to Dan Ye City with her, some things were true, others fabricated. Yet she didn't notice at all." "Host, you are so cunning," the system remarked. "Chatting with the host isn't something just anyone can handle." "So, what exactly is happening then?" "Clearly, the person hasn't changed, yet she seems unaware of events concerning herself. Could it be," the system paused, "could it be that she's lost her memory? Betrayed by her fiancé and deeply shocked, maybe?" "Amnesia?" Yan Zhuguang pondered. "Perhaps." "If it's amnesia, Senior Sister likely won't extract any useful information from her." Though this might disappoint the Senior Sister, for Yan Zhuguang, if Su Qian Er's anomaly is merely due to amnesia, then it's actually a relief. As long as they have that blueprint, the clues aren't entirely cut off. Su Qian Er's line of inquiry isn't that crucial. After all, Senior Sister's primary goal is to investigate the cause of the former sect leader's demise, not the whereabouts of Su Qian Er's grandfather. Hopefully, Su Qian Er merely has amnesia, and even if something else is wrong, let her not intrigue Senior Sister in any other way. If not, Yan Zhuguang isn't someone who'd spare others out of sentimentality. Yun Mi Xue and Yan Zhuguang proceeded to the front hall of the pill furnace. Qiu Qiao and the others were still waiting obediently. The doors were closed, likely permitted by the Senior Sister to shield from prying eyes. Yan Zhuguang gave Qiu Qiao and his group a half-smiling glance before turning to Yun Mi Xue, "Senior Sister is too kind-hearted, even allowing them to close the door." "With skin as thick as theirs, they have no shame; why fear others seeing their embarrassment?" Yun Mi Xue remarked. "Closing the door prevents some troubles; don't quibble over it, Zhuguang." Yan Zhuguang quickly replied, "How could I argue with Senior Sister? Please, don't be mad." "Would Senior Sister be that petty?" Yun Mi Xue playfully pinched Yan Zhuguang's nose. Yan Zhuguang's eyes narrowed in a smile. Qiu Qiao and the others remained silent as their fates lay in the hands of others. Yan Zhuguang chatted openly with Yun Mi Xue, while they kept their heads low in quietness. With no news from the Qiao family and Su Qian Er still resting, there was nothing to do but keep watch. Yan Zhuguang turned to Qiu Qiao's group, probing about the blueprint. "You even went so far as to kill your fiancée; what about this blueprint holds such allure?" Qiu Qiao glanced at her without speaking. Yan Zhuguang approached them; although Yun Mi Xue hadn't spoken, her Nascent Soul pressure subtly weighed on Qiu Qiao and his group. Yun Mi Xue knew of the origins of the blueprint Yan Zhuguang possessed. Since it belonged to her, her inquiry was only natural. She wasn't going to intimidate Qiu Qiao's group for Yan Zhuguang, but she ensured they wouldn't harm her. Yan Zhuguang circled them, "Are you sure you won't talk? Am I being too kind, making you believe I wouldn't retaliate?" She pointed her chin at Qiu Qiao, "Need a little suffering to learn obedience?" Just a moment ago, her tone was still negotiating. The next, she lifted her hand. A tender green sprout appeared at her fingertips, floating gently before landing on Qiu Qiao. The sprout looked fragile yet wielded tremendous power. Upon the slightest touch, his clothes turned to ash and corroded to a large hole. Unimpeded, the sprout contacted his skin gently. Qiu Qiao's face twisted as he cried out, "I'll talk! I'll say everything!" Yan Zhuguang beckoned with her finger, and the sprout reluctantly floated back, leaving a blackened spot where it landed. Qiu Qiao stared, terrified, at the seemingly harmless sprout. That brief contact felt like potent venom coursed through him, bringing searing pain. He sensed that if not stopped, he wouldn't survive long. He'd underestimated this woman. Initially, Qiu Qiao thought Yan Zhuguang was merely clever but not notably powerful, relying on her enigmatic sister's shadow. Apparently, he was wrong. He'd assumed the cultivator sent to kill her was slain by her sister; in reality, it wasn't. With such tactics, a Foundation Establishment practitioner wouldn't stand a chance against her. And she's ruthless, indifferent to whether he divulged the information; if he'd delayed a second longer, she would've killed him. Qiu Qiao no longer wished to recall that fleeting moment when he touched upon that terrifying intent of death this strange sprout conveyed—an aura honed through bloody experiences. Just sensing a hint jarred his soul. Yun Mi Xue had witnessed Yan Zhuguang using the peculiar sprout, observing it consume a Foundation Establishment practitioner whole but unaware of its exact nature. Watching Yan Zhuguang use the sprout on Qiu Qiao, Yun Mi Xue frowned slightly. Yan Zhuguang, mindful of Yun Mi Xue, didn't push too hard. Otherwise, she'd have unleashed the Blood Sacrifice Ling Vine to devour him, leaving just a mouth and a brain to decide whether to divulge the blueprint's secrets. Yes, following her upright and benevolent Senior Sister had made her kinder. Despite this, Yan Zhuguang transmitted a message to Yun Mi Xue, explaining, "Senior Sister, rest assured, I'm simply scaring him. I can neutralize those toxins." Not that I would actually do it. Yun Mi Xue replied, "It's fine as long as you're aware. Senior Sister isn't inflexible. However, that sprout isn't something to show publicly. When you use it on him, if they disclose this matter..." So, Senior Sister was concerned about that. "If I dare to use it, I'm not afraid of exposure. Senior Sister, don't worry—I have countermeasures." Still, that's a long-term concern. At least not until she can protect herself. These few people can't leak her secrets now. At this point, Qiu Qiao began obediently recounting what he knew. Having glimpsed a fraction of the horror earlier, he dared not toy with any tricks. "Honestly, I’m not too sure what the blueprint is. I only know that near Tian Yu City, there's a secret realm with a highly concealed entrance marked identically to the symbol on that blueprint." Yun Mi Xue, who had been listening in silence, couldn't help but speak, "And all because of this, you tried to kill Su Girl?" Merely for a hypothetical secret realm, without even understanding the blueprint's purpose, to kill his own fiancée? Yun Mi Xue found this incomprehensible. Yan Zhuguang, however, found it perfectly logical. The world of cultivation was resource-strained; even a vague rumor was enough to make countless people fight fiercely. If you don't fight, you don't even get a slim chance. The cultivation world was just that harsh. Yun Mi Xue, a cherished daughter of the heavens, came from a prestigious family and possessed high talent, lacking nothing. Naturally, she couldn't understand the struggles of these lower-level cultivators. Yet, Yan Zhuguang didn't view her misunderstanding negatively. Such a privileged background was enviable. Was one supposed to have the Senior Sister endure these hardships? Who could bear that? Moreover, Yan Zhuguang sensed that Qiu Qiao’s actions towards Su Qian Er weren't solely because of the blueprint. From the people met on the way to Dan Ye City, it became apparent. As a man, would Qiu Qiao forever endure the label of a kept man? Even with thick skin, could he tolerate it for a lifetime? He had already reaped the benefits from the Qiao family. If he killed Su Qian Er and obtained the blueprint, he could hide in the secret realm. Even if the Qiao family doubted him, they couldn’t act against him. And if the blueprint held true potential, he'd struck gold. Qiu Qiao had multiple reasons for turning against Su Qian Er, but that didn’t change the fact that he was scum. Seeing Yun Mi Xue's somewhat incredulous expression, Qiu Qiao offered a smile that held little warmth. "Does Senior not believe me?" Yan Zhuguang narrowed her eyes, "What did you say, hmm?" Qiu Qiao's heart skipped a beat. He withdrew his gaze and bowed his head, "I wouldn't dare deceive you both; every word I’ve spoken is true." Yan Zhuguang's eyes were cold, yet she held back and did not act out. She continued her questioning, "Where is the entrance to the secret realm?" Qiu Qiao hesitated for a moment. "I stumbled upon it by chance, and fearing detection, I dared not return. Now that the lady asks, I truly don't know how to describe it." "Really?" Yan Zhuguang looked at him with a half-smile. Qiu Qiao stiffened and replied, "Yes, if the lady wishes to go, I can lead the way." Yan Zhuguang was well aware of what he was thinking—he feared that once he revealed the location, she might kill him to silence him. For the moment, Yan Zhuguang wasn’t planning on acting against Qiu Qiao. She neither pressed him further nor offered any clear stance, merely turning back to Yun Mi Xue's side. She retrieved the blueprint from her backpack, drawing Yun Mi Xue’s hand over. With Yun Mi Xue's curious gaze upon her, she handed the blueprint to her. --- The site has no pop-up ads, permanent domain (xbanxia.com) Submit error Previous Chapter: Chapter 39 Next Chapter: Chapter 41 xbanxia.com ©2019 | About Us Privacy Policy Privacy and cookie settings Managed by Google. Complies with IAB TCF. CMP ID: 300