Unrivaled Miracle Doctor: The God-Defying Demonic Consort

Chapter 721 - 156: Stirring Up Trouble Just for the Fun of It (First Update)

Ji Yaohua’s smile gradually faded away, and he finally sighed helplessly, crouching down to the ground.

"What’s the use of being second on the Green Talent List? What’s the use of the Ji Family? At the critical moment, I can’t even protect my own sister’s life." Ji Yaohua chuckled bitterly.

Ying Ze wanted to say something, but he felt that whatever he said now would be useless, so he kept his mouth shut and remained silent.

In fact, he didn’t dislike Ji Pianpian, but he didn’t have any feelings of excitement either.

Therefore, he didn’t want to lie.

"Maybe there are other ways." Mu Qingge lowered her eyes and looked at Ji Yaohua, consoling him.

However, Ji Yaohua shook his head in despair. "What other ways could there be? Master Gu Cao had mentioned before that if we could refine the Devouring Yin Pill, it would solve Pianpian’s health issues completely..."

"Devouring Yin Pill?" Mu Qingge’s eyes narrowed, and she murmured softly.

However, Ji Yaohua was lost in his thoughts and didn’t notice, but Ying Ze heard it and looked at Mu Qingge.

"...But that Devouring Yin Pill is an ancient recipe, long lost. Master Gu Cao searched through ancient texts in the Alchemy Institute and couldn’t find it, so he came up with this dual cultivation method." Ji Yaohua finished speaking and lowered his head again.

"You’ve heard of the Devouring Yin Pill?" Suddenly, Ying Ze’s voice sounded above Ji Yaohua’s head.

He raised his head, thinking Ying Ze was speaking to him, only to find Ying Ze looking at Mu Qingge intently.

It was then that Ji Yaohua noticed Mu Qingge’s contemplative expression.

He suddenly stood up, his spirits lifted.

"Hmm, I have a vague impression." Mu Qingge nodded almost imperceptibly, speaking slowly.

"Qingge, what are you saying?" Ji Yaohua became excited and reached out to grab Mu Qingge.

Mu Qingge raised her eyes, her clear gaze falling on him, instantly sobering him and making him retract his not fully extended hand.

Mu Qingge looked at Ji Yaohua and did not speak immediately.

She had received the Dan God’s legacy, which, aside from the knowledge of various medicinal materials and alchemy, included numerous elixir recipes, some of which the Dan God had created himself. She vaguely remembered the name Devouring Yin Pill.

"Did you see this elixir before, or just heard of the recipe? Think carefully." Ji Yaohua’s voice was trembling with excitement.

He had no reason to doubt Mu Qingge because he knew perfectly well that Luoxing City frequently auctioned off precious Divine Level Elixirs, and even the elixirs sold in the city’s shops were advanced and spirit level elixirs.

’He surely has a special source of elixirs! Maybe he knows some Alchemy Master who happens to know how to refine the Devouring Yin Pill, or perhaps he accidentally saw the recipe!’ The more he thought about it, the more plausible this possibility seemed to Ji Yaohua.

His eyes burned with hopeful light as he stared at Mu Qingge, waiting for her answer.

Mu Qingge lifted her eyes and looked at Ji Yaohua: "I think I’ve seen this recipe." She indeed hadn’t refined the Devouring Yin Pill before. This Devouring Yin Pill, among the self-created recipes of the Dan God, was one of the harder types to refine among Divine Level Elixirs.

To alter one’s constitution, in a way, is like defying the natural order.

"Really! That’s great! Do you remember the recipe for the Devouring Yin Pill? If you remember, please write it down for me. I’ll immediately have the old man send a message to Master Gu Cao at the Alchemy Institute and ask him to refine it." Ji Yaohua said excitedly.

Mu Qingge initially intended to directly refine a Devouring Yin Pill for him, as she was also preparing some elixirs for her upcoming venture to the Divine Demon Ancient Battlefield. However, she didn’t expect Ji Yaohua would only ask for the recipe and had already found someone to refine the elixir.

Since that was the case, she didn’t insist and merely nodded and said to him: "I’ll give you the transcribed recipe by tomorrow morning."

"Qingge, you are a great benefactor to our Ji Clan! Also, a savior to Pianpian! If she didn’t already have someone in her heart, I would have her marry you!" Completely relieved, Ji Yaohua returned to his usual self.

Mu Qingge laughed, "No need, didn’t you say she’s like a sister to me too? I just happened to know this recipe and transcribed it, nothing more."

"This crucial step is all thanks to you. Anyway, the Ji Family, I, and my old man, Pianpian will never forget it." Ji Yaohua said.

...

Early the next morning, Ji Yaohua appeared on time outside Mu Qingge’s door. When she opened it, she saw Ji Yaohua’s face filled with smiles.

"Qingge, how is it?" Ji Yaohua asked impatiently.

Mu Qingge smiled and nodded, "I have fulfilled the task, I suppose." With that, she took out the transcribed recipe and handed it to Ji Yaohua.

Ji Yaohua accepted it as if it were a treasure, carefully taking it, and after storing it securely, he said to Mu Qingge: "Qingge, it’s a great kindness that’s beyond words, so if you need anything in the future, just say so. I won’t hesitate to go through fire and water without a second thought."

"It was just a small effort." Mu Qingge shook her head.

But Ji Yaohua insisted: "To you, it might be a minor issue, but to me, it’s life-saving. Alright, I won’t keep you any longer. I must rush to discuss with the old man about inviting Master Gu Cao. Oh, and I’ve instructed someone to prepare some exquisite snacks, which will be delivered to you shortly. Hmph, Ying Ze won’t get any!"

With that, he spun around and disappeared from Mu Qingge’s sight.

"Nothing?" Ji Yaohua had just left, and Ying Ze came over, seemingly only hearing the latter part.

Mu Qingge didn’t explain, just watched him with amusement and asked, "You aren’t here to ask how the elixir recipe transcription is going, are you?"

Ying Ze actually nodded, "However, since Ji Yaohua just left from here, she must have already got it."

After Ji Yaohua left, she came back beaming.

She directly called Mu Qingge and Ying Ze out and sat down on a stone bench under the tree.

She said with a smile, "My old man has decided to personally take the elixir recipe to the Alchemy Institute and find Master Gucao to make the elixir. When he goes, he will also take Pianpian with him."

Mu Qingge nodded, "That’s good. The Alchemy Institute has many Pill Masters, increasing the likelihood of success. With so many Pill Masters present when Miss Ji takes the elixir, there shouldn’t be any incident."

"That’s exactly my old man’s thought," Ji Yaohua nodded in agreement.

Then, she continued, "My old man asked me to convey his gratitude. He originally wanted to host a banquet to properly thank you, but knowing your temperament, I guessed you wouldn’t like that kind of occasion, so I declined on your behalf. He said that when he returns from the Alchemy Institute, he’ll prepare a grand gift to personally visit your Luoxing City to thank you. He also promised that the Ji Clan owes you a favor, valid at any time."

"The Ji Family Head is too courteous," Mu Qingge laughed.

Ji Yaohua laughed jokingly, "You don’t need to be polite with him, since the old man has spoken, he won’t take it back. You can think about what you want these days. Or, I could take you for a stroll through the clan’s treasury, and if anything catches your eye, just take it."

Mu Qingge scolded with a smile, "You’re really generous, who else would be so eager to have someone move away their family treasures?"

Ji Yaohua laughed, "Only for you. If it were someone else..." She glanced at Ying Ze, snorted proudly, "If it were someone else, such privileges wouldn’t exist."

Mu Qingge lightly smiled, shaking her head in amusement.

At this time, a fragrant breeze wafted by.

The three looked up to see Ji Pianpian arriving gracefully with a maid.

Her steps were light, and she carried herself gracefully, truly living up to the name ’Pianpian.’

She walked over and saluted the three. Then, she approached Mu Qingge, kneeling down to kowtow directly.

Mu Qingge was startled, intending to evade, but Ji Yaohua said, "Let her kowtow. You are her lifesaver; she’d feel uneasy without thanking you."

Mu Qingge had no choice but to accept Ji Pianpian’s three earnest kowtows.

Afterwards, Ji Pianpian remained kneeling, looking up at Mu Qingge, "Thank you, City Lord Mu, for saving my life. I’ve already heard from my father that it was you who provided the elixir recipe for the Devouring Yin Pill. Tomorrow, I’ll go with father to the East Continent Alchemy Academy. Once I recover, I’ll definitely repay City Lord Mu’s kindness with all I have."

Mu Qingge, using a little spiritual energy, lifted her from the ground and said, "Miss Ji, there’s no need for that. Your brother and I are friends; it was just a small matter, not worthy of mention. If you insist on repaying, it would make me feel uncomfortable."

Ji Pianpian smiled with her lips pursed, "Rest assured, City Lord Mu. I have someone in my heart and won’t offer myself to you, so you needn’t worry about me being clingy. However, aside from giving myself, I will surely find another way to repay you. Father taught us to keep kindness in mind and repay it tenfold, so I will definitely repay you."

After saying this, she sneaked a glance at Ying Ze.

However, Ying Ze looked expressionless, his face tense.

The more Mu Qingge interacted with her, the more she admired this straightforward girl. Her admiring Ying Ze was open and aboveboard, not making anyone uncomfortable.

Recalling Ji Yaohua’s previous reminder, Mu Qingge’s eyes sparkled with a mischievous glow, and she said to Ji Pianpian, "Young Master Ying is also very concerned about you. He came to ask about the transcription of the elixir recipe early this morning. You should remember this kindness too."

As soon as she spoke, Ji Pianpian’s eyes showed a hint of joy, while Ying Ze looked at Mu Qingge in surprise.

Ji Pianpian cleverly seized the opportunity and said to Ying Ze, "Thank you, Young Master Ying, for your concern."

Ying Ze said with a wooden face, "No need."

Ji Pianpian didn’t mind his cold demeanor and continued, "Although my illness is now curable, what Young Master Ying promised me last night, please continue to keep."

"What promise?" Ying Ze looked confused.

Ji Pianpian laughed, "Young Master Ying promised to visit me often while I am alive."

Hmm... seems like he did agree.

Ying Ze’s face looked somewhat unpleasant.

Ji Yaohua seized the moment and chimed in, "That’s right! Both Qingge and I were present last night. You, a grand Young Master, wouldn’t think of reneging, would you?"

Ying Ze tried to explain, but Ji Pianpian continued, "Rest assured, Young Master Ying, I will not force you. If you never like me and meet someone you love, this promise can be nullified, okay?"

"Ahem, Young Master Ying, Miss Ji has spoken so sincerely. Don’t be so coy," Mu Qingge finally fanned the flames, prompted by Ji Yaohua’s furtive glances.