Chapter 1162: Chapter 1153: Are You Sure?
After such a long period of recovery, Xiao Yifei was already able to run and jump. As there was nothing he needed to worry about, Xiao Yifei suddenly felt his days had become somewhat empty. In the vast Hua Mansion, there was no one to talk to, thankfully Hua Xiangrong often came to see him, otherwise Xiao Yifei really would have suffocated out of boredom at the Hua Mansion.
Living a peaceful life makes one want to find something to do. That’s how people are; when they are busy, they want peace, and when they have peace, they want to be busy. Such is the condition of Xiao Yifei now. But despite having this thought, Xiao Yifei didn’t know what to do, every day he contemplated this and that, becoming somewhat impatient.
However, pondering over things does have its benefits. After all, one needs to reflect on past mistakes to keep moving forward. Thinking about the thrilling day, Xiao Yifei couldn’t help but smile. Actually, in retrospect, Xiao Yifei quite admired his past self for being calm and composed, showing no fear of threats. It’s only this way he could have fought the assassin to mutual injury.
Actually, if it weren’t for Xiao Yifei’s intervention, Qianxi might not have been able to defeat that assassin, because although the assassin died, he seemed to have been a Golden Elixir expert. In other words, those people actually deployed a Golden Elixir expert to assassinate him. Thinking of this, Xiao Yifei couldn’t help but break out in a cold sweat.
This Golden Elixir expert is an important strategic resource wherever placed, yet he was deployed for an assassination attempt on himself. Xiao Yifei couldn’t help but find it amusing, wondering what merit he had to warrant an assassination attempt by a Golden Elixir expert. He speculated the assassin himself might have found it odd.
A weak person like me requires my personal action? Thinking about this, Xiao Yifei felt a bit embarrassed, as it seemed everyone viewed Xiao Yifei only as possessing medical skills and as a complete newbie when it came to cultivation. Although mentioning this was a bit embarrassing, it was indeed the truth.
Over the years, Xiao Yifei had been practicing medicine, completely neglecting the improvement of his cultivation. Thus, despite possessing medical skills, he remained in a state where he could easily be overpowered. Reflecting on this, Xiao Yifei suddenly felt helpless, thinking if he had such power, he wouldn’t need to rely on others for survival each time.
As such, a thought emerged in Xiao Yifei’s mind—become stronger. At this moment, Xiao Yifei was like a child yet to be developed: weak, but with infinite potential, hence the idea that arose in him. If he could stand on his own, he wouldn’t be a burden to everyone.
Reflecting on these thoughts, Xiao Yifei made up his mind and immediately rushed to where Qianxi was, hoping to seek guidance from her.
At this moment, Qianxi was reviewing documents when suddenly the door to her office was pushed open. Xiao Yifei stood at the entrance, panting heavily, appearing to have something urgent to tell Qianxi. Seeing this, Qianxi furrowed her brows, then asked Xiao Yifei to sit down first. Xiao Yifei, without the least bit of formality, naturally sat down.
“Xiao Yifei, aren’t you still recuperating? How come you are here?” Qianxi asked in confusion. Hearing this, Xiao Yifei suddenly felt somewhat embarrassed but, thinking he wished to eventually withstand certain things by himself, he finally spoke.
“Qianxi, I want to become stronger!” Upon hearing this, Qianxi almost fell off her chair, “What, what did you say?” She asked in confusion again, and Xiao Yifei repeated, “Qianxi, I want to become stronger!” Confirming that she had heard correctly, Qianxi felt both amused and helpless.
Seeing Qianxi’s reaction, Xiao Yifei awkwardly smiled, then asked if it was possible. Qianxi nodded and said, “It’s possible, but before that, you need to tell me why.” Upon hearing this, Xiao Yifei slowly disclosed his reason.
“I’m scared.” Just these simple, concise words summed it up. Hearing Xiao Yifei say this, Qianxi furrowed her brows, as Xiao Yifei continued, “For years, I’ve always played a supporting role for others, from childhood to now, it’s always been like that.”
Although Xiao Yifei can help Golden Elixir experts break through, it was merely assistance. Xiao Yifei himself hadn’t progressed at all. After helping others breakthrough, his condition remained unchanged, so, at times, Xiao Yifei couldn’t even protect himself.
Just time, if it weren’t for Hua Xiangrong and Qianxi, it wouldn’t be Xiao Yifei sitting here now. After listening to Xiao Yifei’s reasons, Qianxi felt it made a lot of sense. Indeed, in this world, helping others isn’t the pinnacle of strength—being powerful oneself is true strength; otherwise, one is always at the mercy of others. The source of thɪs content is N0v3l.Fiɾe.net
This is the harsh rule of this world and an unchangeable law of nature. Xiao Yifei’s desire to become stronger was the right thought; only by becoming stronger can he ensure those nuisances wouldn’t seek him out lightly. Looking at Xiao Yifei, Qianxi slowly asked, “Are you sure?”
“Are you sure?” Qianxi glanced at Xiao Yifei. Seeing this, Xiao Yifei exhaled deeply, then nodded, “I’m sure!” As expected, as Qianxi thought, Xiao Yifei had no hint of hesitation regarding this matter.
“Alright, since you wish to cultivate, I won’t stop you. As for what you can achieve, it’s all up to you.” Qianxi said slowly, then seemed to recall something, suddenly asking, “Xiao Yifei, are the meridians in your body okay?” Hearing this, Xiao Yifei was stunned for a moment, suddenly remembering his meridians had been damaged back then.
Seeing Xiao Yifei at a loss for words, Qianxi sighed and took action herself. With one hand, she grasped Xiao Yifei’s arm, True Qi flowing in, allowing her to perceive Xiao Yifei’s body’s condition clearly in her mind. However, upon assessing Xiao Yifei’s condition, Qianxi indeed furrowed her brows, as Xiao Yifei’s condition was still not as before.
Seeing this, Xiao Yifei’s heart sank, guessing there might indeed be some hindrance. As expected, after probing, Qianxi shook her head helplessly. This headshake made Xiao Yifei anxious and he asked, “Qianxi, what’s wrong?” Hearing this, Qianxi said helplessly, “The meridians in your body are somewhat damaged, so it’s impossible to cultivate.”
“What?” Upon hearing this, Xiao Yifei’s face immediately fell. Xiao Yifei was aware of the damage within his body but thought that after so many days of recuperation, it should have been healed. Xiao Yifei was a doctor; he knew this best, but looking now, it wasn’t so—his meridians were still slightly damaged, no different from a few days ago.
“How could this be?” Xiao Yifei looked at his body incredulously. Hearing this, Qianxi furrowed her brows and asked, “In normal situations, how many days would it typically take for your meridians to recover?” Hearing Qianxi’s question, Xiao Yifei slowly extended three fingers, “Three days, at most three days.”
Xiao Yifei’s words were decisive, seeming not at all like a fabrication. Meridians that should recover in three days at this point remained unchanged, indicating something. This answer, without needing Qianxi to say, Xiao Yifei realized—it means Xiao Yifei’s meridian damage is permanent.