Chapter 444: Chapter 298: Poisoned Palm, Death Looms, Silk’s Marvelous Use, Driving Away Wolves to Devour Tigers

Zhao Lei’s poisonous dwelling was filthy and stank, with chaotic scenery in the courtyard. The walls were crawling with poisonous insects and beasts, and the corners were piled with "earthenware," inside which venomous snakes, scorpions, and maggots fought and devoured each other.

Martial Artists practice Martial Arts, not just for brute force. Comprehending the heavens, understanding nature, and realizing the myriad ways... that is what they seek. Some martial artists are quite ruthless, but it does not hinder their understanding of the universe. Their homes may be bloody or frightening... not all are peaceful, elegant, and fresh, but one can often see their understanding of Martial Arts.

A chaotic dwelling like this shows Zhao Lei’s lack of foundation. Although Hao Qingshe was her master and taught her Poison Skill, he never seriously instructed her.

Several human containers had died one after another. Li Xian checked their pulse and, seeing their horrifying state, couldn’t help but feel pity. Although the men among them came from "Flower Cage Sect" and were wicked, they had repaid their evil debts through such inhuman torment. And the four women were even more innocent, captured and tortured unjustly.

Li Xian suddenly paused.

One of the women still had a trace of life, lingering for a long time. Li Xian thought, "She still has the will to survive," and felt quite impressed. Suddenly, he heard a faint "thump" as the woman hit her chest drum sound, seemingly seeking help from the outside world.

This woman with the surname Huang was the first to be captured. Although deaf and blind, she had accomplishments in Food Essence Cultivation. Just now, she vaguely sensed that Zhao Lei had been killed, feeling immense satisfaction. Her will to die dissipated, and she wanted to live.

Li Xian said, "If you were captured by others, you wouldn’t have suffered this ordeal. The Flower Cage Sect is despicable and shameless, but they do not usually harm or kill women. You have Food Essence Cultivation. Although you are in a deplorable state, if nourished by a Miracle Treasure, you might fully recover. Unfortunately, I lack the resources and skills. Since you want to live, I should give you a chance."

He infused his voice with "Chest Drum Thunder Sound" so she could understand his intent.

The surviving woman with the surname Huang immediately responded with her chest drum, the sound barely audible, extremely weak, but carrying gratitude, pleading, and the desire to survive. Her appearance was horrifying, tortured beyond human recognition. Others would surely be terrified and avoid her. Li Xian was compassionate, broad-minded, and did not shun her because of her looks.

Seeing that she was alive, he carefully examined her injuries. They were severe, and she was on the brink of death. Her limbs were severed, she was deaf and blind, with biting marks all over her body. Li Xian thought, "How can I heal these wounds? But an Essence-Eating Martial Artist has more potential. Their body can undergo transformation, and even regrowing severed limbs is possible. It just requires advanced medical skills and rare Miracle Treasures."

Li Xian lacked medical skills. But he knew some basic ways to treat injuries, so he performed some simple treatments, then breathed out clear energy to remove residual toxins and blood filth. The woman with the surname Huang felt completely refreshed, something she hadn’t experienced in a long time. Her condition improved, increasing her will to live. Li Xian, thinking of her desire to survive, believed that despite her severe injuries, she might still live. Short-term progress was extremely difficult, so he wrapped her body in bedding and placed her in a clean area. He began scavenging the poisonous dwelling.

Most things were useless. All the poisonous insects and beasts were burned and killed. No trace of gold, silver, or jewels was found, and he didn’t want to touch the Poison Techniques or Martial Arts classics.

Only a few herbs had slight value. Li Xian transplanted them into pots.

Then he went to a nearby town and rented a carriage. He placed the scavenged goods and the woman with the surname Huang in the carriage, and returned to the Cyan Ox Residence.

The woman with the surname Huang’s breathing was weak, but she had passed the initial crisis, her injuries were stabilized, and her life was no longer in danger, as she fell into a deep sleep. Li Xian hadn’t yet figured out how to settle her. After returning to his house, he placed her in the bed of an empty room and went looking for Nangong Liuli.

He went to the west wing room but didn’t see her.

Li Xian frowned, feeling something was wrong. He knew something had happened. Nangong Liuli was not weak, and "Flower Without Mistakes" had a prominent reputation. Common disciples or even elders wouldn’t dare to act against her. It must be Hao Qingshe, who is erratic and must be planning something sinister.

Li Xian, angry yet calm, immediately went to "Shi Yufei" residence. The house was empty, with only a few ladies tending to flowers and grass.

Those ladies had seen Li Xian before, noticed his demeanor at the recent feast. While tending the flowers and grass, they couldn’t get him off their minds. Suddenly seeing Li Xian appear, they were surprised and said, "Oh... handsome young man, why are you here?"

Li Xian said, "I’m looking for Chief Shi."

The lady said, "He hasn’t returned. Oh yeah!" She said, "After the feast ended, the host ordered us to return first. Also... your beauty is probably in danger. That female elder seems to have ill intentions toward her!"

Li Xian asked, "Where did he go?"

The lady said, "I’m not sure. He seemed to head southwest? Handsome young man... are you worried about her?" Her beautiful eyes flashed, showing envy.

Li Xian nodded and said, "She’s my beloved, and we truly care for each other." He stepped into the Seven Stars Step and swiftly left the vicinity.

The lady gazed longingly. Even tending to the flowers and grass, she was distracted, her thoughts stirred restlessly. Li Xian made his way southwest, his Heavy Pupils revealing themselves, enhancing his vision to encompass the mountains and fields. Fortunately, the lady’s indicated direction was correct, allowing him to find it quickly.

Yan Hao, Shi Yufei, Hao Qingshe, Nangong Liuli, Tang Feng, and Ye Cheng... all were there. Along with the Earth Altar elders "Tang Wenshu" and "Li Jiu" and others.

Li Xian landed in the field and addressed Shi Yufei, "Chief Shi!" Shi Yufei nodded slightly and said, "You’ve arrived."

Yan Hao and the others also looked over, smiling kindly. Li Xian furrowed his brow, seeing Hao Qingshe holding Nangong Liuli’s pulse gate, standing several yards away.

Li Xian asked loudly, "Senior Qingshe, what is your intention, why are you holding my beloved?"

Shi Yufei said in a deep voice, "Hao Qingshe, the duel has ended, right and wrong are already clear. What is your intention, do you intend to break your promise?"