Chapter 6

Liao Qi was dazzled by the countless pieces of jewelry; Liao Ya, looking at these exquisite and splendid items, was equally astonished.

She was shy and began to refuse again, "I can't accept this, it's too valuable!"

In Blue Star, these hair clips, bracelets, and other small accessories were very common, costing only a few dozen yuan each and were very popular among young girls.

But in this different world, they were expensive jewelry! Accepting them casually would not be appropriate.

Lu Yao said, "They don't cost much. Since I've already bought them, you should take them."

The two sisters thought Lu Yao was being modest. These ornaments were clearly not cheap.

Liao Ya firmly refused, saying seriously, "We have already accepted your silver, how can we be so greedy!"

Liao Qi also obediently put down the hair clip, her face showing reluctance but without hesitation.

Lu Yao solemnly bowed and said, "The silver is for the consultation fee, and these are specially for Liao Qi. Liao Qi, I will remember your act of saving my life forever!"

At that time, they were less than 20 meters from the boxing gym, but it seemed like an insurmountable obstacle. Thanks to the little girl who carried him over.

Hearing this, Liao Qi felt embarrassed, fidgeting with the hem of her clothes and lowering her head shyly, "I didn't do much~"

Seeing Lu Yao's genuine gratitude, his words and demeanor were very sincere, Liao Ya became extremely conflicted. She was not much older and also liked these exquisitely crafted small ornaments.

Lu Yao directly stuffed the jewelry into the hands of the two girls, "You two are martial artists, why are you so indecisive and not straightforward?"

The sisters exchanged a glance, and Liao Ya lightly nodded. Liao Qi cheered and quickly picked up the hair clip, playing with it lovingly.

"That's better~" Lu Yao was also very happy. He hated owing others and was more eager to repay kindness than to seek revenge.

"Making you spend so much again..." Liao Ya's face turned red, making her skin appear even more tender and delicate, very cute.

Even though Lu Yao no longer had worldly desires, he still felt a flash of admiration for the beauty of these things.

At this moment, the herbal decoction machine made a slight noise.

Lu Yao explained, "The machine is crushing the herbal residue and extracting the medicinal power. So using this device to decoct herbs doesn't require a long time, just a few hours."

The sisters, playing with the beautiful jewelry in their hands, also became convinced of the magical machine and became excited.

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In the midst of anticipation and nervousness, time passed quickly. The herbal decoction machine beeped, indicating that the decoction was ready.

The sisters curiously watched the machine. Lu Yao found a bowl and demonstrated, "Just press this button, and the decoction will flow out."

The herbal decoction machine looked similar to a water dispenser and was operated in almost the same way.

Lu Yao filled a bowl and handed it to Liao Ya, gesturing for her to inspect it.

Liao Ya smelled it and knew it was fine, drinking it all at once. She closed her eyes to feel it and opened them with a face full of shock!

"It really works! This machine... can decoct herbs on its own without a dedicated person! The fire control is so precise!"

Liao Qi quickly drank a small bowl to try it out, feeling the effects and being amazed, "It's incredible! Just put the herbs in and press a few buttons!?"

Lu Yao also took a small sip, and a warm current immediately spread through his limbs, the medicinal effects were strong!

He couldn't help but take a deep breath: It was indeed because of the environment that it didn't work on Blue Star.

He raised his bowl and shouted, "From now on, we won't have to drink the Ten-Ingredient Great Tonic once a week, but every day! Let's drink to the medicine as if it were wine, cheers!"

The sisters were also very excited, clinking their bowls together and drinking them down in one go!

Next, the three of them transformed into relentless medicine-drinking machines, gulping down the remaining decoction until it was all gone.

Lu Yao only drank a small half bowl. The warm current spread from his stomach to his limbs, making him feel very comfortable.

He raised his hands and saw that his originally withered limbs had regained some color!

He hurriedly got up to look in the mirror. Although his face was still very pale, he no longer looked like he was about to die.

"Great! The effects of the tonic are indeed powerful! This will certainly make martial practice more effective!"

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Liao Qi, who was at the Bone Strengthening stage, drank three bowls.

The little girl was dazed by the medicinal effects, swaying like she was drunk, and slurred, "You're really amazing! Hahaha, I won't have to watch the stove to decoct herbs anymore!"

This troublesome task was always hers, and her lively and cheerful nature couldn't bear it. She had been enduring it, but now she finally saw the light at the end of the tunnel.

Then, the little girl, dazed, tightly gripped the hair clip hidden in her chest, patted Lu Yao's shoulder, and slurred, "Hehehe, you're really a good person~ I'll protect you~"

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Liao Ya, at the Organ Strengthening stage, drank eight large bowls in a row.

She opened her mouth to speak but belched, her face instantly turning red, unsure if it was due to the medicinal effects or embarrassment.

After a moment, she sighed, "So, tonics can really be eaten until you're full..."

For her, this was an unprecedented and shocking experience. In the past, she could only have a bowl of tonic once a week, which was far from enough.

But now, she could have it every day until she was full! This was unimaginable! Even the royal family and the core disciples of major sects didn't have such treatment!

Liao Ya couldn't help but look at Lu Yao, amazed by his magical skills!

Beside her, the tipsy Liao Qi, feeling enlightened, suddenly said,

"Sister, with this magical machine, you can definitely break through to the Bone Marrow Cleansing stage before you're 20!"

Liao Ya also thought of this, her shock turning to excitement. She looked at Lu Yao urgently, "Young Master Lu, about this machine..."

"Rest assured, since I brought it, I want to share it with you. I will also teach you the detailed usage. But it's not free~"

Lu Yao bowed and said, "Although I am suffering from a terminal illness, I still want to try to save myself. Master Liao, please teach me how to practice boxing!"

Liao Ya was immediately in a dilemma. In fact, she had a good impression of Lu Yao. He was upright and honest, not a bad person; despite his terminal illness, he didn't complain but sought a glimmer of hope with perseverance, which was in line with the qualities of a martial artist!

But Lu Yao looked like he would be blown over by the wind. Practicing boxing would be like courting death.

Liao Qi looked at her sister with anticipation, wishing she would agree. She couldn't help but remind her,

"Young Master Lu is young, wealthy, and of good character, perfect for joining our Liao family boxing. Sister, why are you hesitating?"

Liao Ya thought about it—this person was from a wealthy family, with no shortage of silver or medicinal materials, and could drink tonics every day. Even if he couldn't practice boxing, he could try the "nourishment method."

So she said, "I can teach you. Although it may not allow you to reach the Blood Replacement stage to completely cure you, it can extend your life. Cultivation involves the core of the sect, so you need to join our sect. Are you willing?"

Lu Yao smiled and asked, "Do I need to bow to you as my master?"

Liao Ya replied, "I can take you as a disciple in place of my father, making you my junior brother."

"I would be honored!" Lu Yao immediately agreed.