Chapter 98

Before Wei Changfeng appeared, Li Zongyang had already diagnosed Bai Keer three times, but he was at a loss about the symptoms in her body and could only prescribe a moderate and harmonious medicine to prevent the condition from worsening.

Bai Keer's problem stemmed from a deviation in her practice, where the pure yin cold ice true qi had entangled her internal organs and meridians, making it impossible to expel. Despite Li Zongyang's high medical skills, he could not think of an appropriate treatment method.

He had never encountered a similar illness before.

Therefore, when he saw Wei Changfeng use three golden needles and the method of oral transmission of true yang to revive Bai Keer, his feelings of shame, surprise, and shock were unimaginable!

After all, Wei Changfeng was merely a fifteen or sixteen-year-old youth, and a disciple of the Martial Academy!

This great alchemist even self-destructively doubted whether he had been living his life like a dog all these years!

While feeling ashamed and shocked, he also developed a strong curiosity and, disregarding his status, sought advice from Wei Changfeng.

Li Zongyang's attitude of not being ashamed to ask questions made Wei Changfeng feel more favorably towards him.

After all, the young Wei Changfeng had also sought advice from others, eventually achieving the position of a great alchemy master.

He thought for a moment and said, "The chaotic true qi in Miss Keer's body was not difficult to resolve, but the reason for her deviation was that someone had poisoned her!"

"Poisoned!"

Everyone present was greatly surprised. Bai Qi immediately bristled with anger and asked in a deep voice, "Young Master Wei, are you serious?"

Bai Phoenix was completely stunned and muttered, "Impossible, this is the White Deer Pavilion. Who would poison Keer? Who has that ability?"

Bai Haoran asked solemnly, "Young friend Wei, can you explain in detail?"

Li Zongyang frowned and said, "I never thought of it."

If it was indeed poisoning, he had been misled by Bai Qi and his wife, as both had said Bai Keer had deviated in her practice, so he had treated it as such.

Wei Changfeng nodded and said, "That's right, but the method used by the poisoner was extremely sophisticated. If you didn't know beforehand, it would be almost impossible to detect."

He pointed to a pot of white magnolia flowers placed in the corner and said, "The culprit is right here!"

White magnolia flowers?

Bai Qi and Bai Haoran exchanged glances, not understanding how such ordinary flowers could be the culprit!

In Bai Keer's bedroom, there were many potted plants, both green and flowering. This pot of white magnolia looked no different, its stamens blooming quietly in the corner.

"Isn't this just a flower? If what you say is true, aren't we all poisoned?"

One of Li Zongyang's disciples asked indignantly, "Why are we all fine?"

Wei Changfeng smiled faintly, walked over, and pulled the entire magnolia plant out of the pot, shaking off the soil on the roots.

"Look!"

He showed the magnolia roots to everyone.

Everyone's faces changed, as the roots of this magnolia were not white or gray but a strange, eerie purple, clearly abnormal!

Wei Changfeng said, "I read about this method of poisoning in an unnamed medical book. It's called the 'seed of poison' technique, where the poison is planted in the roots and spreads through the scent of the flowers, making it impossible to guard against!"

He paused and continued, "As for why we are all fine, it's because the 'seed of poison' technique only targets specific individuals. We won't be poisoned by the scent, but Miss Keer, practicing in her room, inhaled the poison, which is the root cause of her deviation and inability to be treated!"

"Moreover, if this pot of magnolia is not removed, it will be impossible to cure her!"

He showed the golden needles in his hand, which were faintly glowing purple.

This was Wei Changfeng using the Nine Needles of Tribulation to draw out the poison from Bai Keer's head, allowing her to regain consciousness.

Toxicology and detoxification are vast fields of study. Wei Changfeng had read countless toxicology books and treated countless patients in the past. His Supreme Nine Heavens True Yang Heart Sutra was the ultimate method for expelling toxins.

However, the prerequisite was to be able to identify the toxin and have sufficient cultivation; otherwise, attempting to treat someone could result in harm to oneself!

By the time he finished explaining, everyone present was clear.

"Then why keep this harmful thing around!"

Bai Phoenix screamed, "Throw it out quickly!"

Wei Changfeng said solemnly, "We can't throw it away yet, Chief Bai, Lady Bai. Don't you want to find the culprit? This pot of flowers has definitely been here for a while!"

Bai Qi nodded, his eyes filled with a cold, murderous intent, and he shouted, "Bai Yi!"

"Your subordinate is here!"

As soon as he spoke, a cold voice came from the corner of the room.

Wei Changfeng was startled and couldn't help but look in the direction of the voice.

There, standing quietly, was a short, unremarkable man in gray clothes. His face was expressionless, his eyes cold and lifeless, like a stone statue.

Wei Changfeng had been in Bai Keer's room for quite some time and had not noticed the man's presence, which was truly unbelievable!

As Wei Changfeng looked at him, Bai Yi also glanced at him.

This glance made Wei Changfeng feel as if he was being stared at by a venomous snake!

Bai Qi said coldly, "You heard what Young Master Wei said. You know what to do, right?"

Bai Yi took a step back and bowed, saying, "Your subordinate understands!"

In the next moment, his figure flickered and disappeared without a trace!

Bai Qi sighed and said, "I never thought there would be a thief in the White Deer Pavilion. It's my fault for not being strict enough, almost harming Keer and embarrassing everyone!"

Li Zongyang said, "Chief Bai, there's no need to blame yourself. Even the most careful can make mistakes. The thief is just too despicable!"

"Since Miss Keer is now fine, we will take our leave!"

The matter of treating her was resolved, and the rest was the internal affairs of the White Deer Clan. As outsiders, it would be inappropriate to stay any longer.

Bai Qi said, "Thank you, Master Li. Please stay a few more days at the White Deer Pavilion. I have important matters to discuss with you!"

Li Zongyang smiled and said, "No problem. I want to learn more from Young Friend Wei!"

Today, this great alchemy master of the Great Qin Alchemy Academy had gained a new perspective. His request to "learn" was sincere.

Wei Changfeng clasped his hands and said, "Senior, you are too kind. I am not worthy of such praise!"

After exchanging a few polite words, Li Zongyang left the room with his two disciples.

"Please wait, Young Master Wei!"

Wei Changfeng wanted to leave, but Bai Phoenix stopped him. She said to Bai Qi and Bai Haoran, "Husband, Brother, please go outside. I have something to ask Young Master Wei."

Bai Qi and Bai Haoran exchanged glances but followed her instructions and went to the living room outside.

"Please sit, Young Master Wei!"

Looking at Bai Phoenix's smiling face, Wei Changfeng felt a sense of unease.

However, he didn't dare to refuse and sat down on a brocade stool.

This middle-aged beauty was no ordinary person. Her husband was Chief Bai Qi, and her brother was the Chief Great Poison Master Bai Haoran. Who in the White Deer Clan dared to offend her?

Moreover, Wei Changfeng could see that her cultivation was quite profound, at least beyond his ability to discern.

Sitting in front of her, Wei Changfeng felt as if he was facing a strict teacher, waiting to be examined!

Bai Phoenix asked softly, "Young Master Wei, how old are you this year?"

Wei Changfeng quickly replied, "I am fifteen years old this year."

"Fifteen? You really are young."

Bai Phoenix said in surprise, "Keer is two years older than you. If she were as well-behaved and sensible as you, I would be content!"

Wei Changfeng smiled bitterly and said, "Senior, you flatter me too much!"

He already knew why Bai Phoenix had kept him to ask questions.

Her gaze was clearly that of a mother-in-law looking at a potential son-in-law, and her intentions were obvious!

Sure enough, the conversation revolved around Wei Changfeng's background and experiences—how many people were in his family, where they lived, why he was studying martial arts at the Jingyun Alchemy Academy, and so on.

Wei Changfeng had never encountered such a situation before and felt a headache. However, the conversation was casual, making it difficult for him to refuse politely.

It wasn't until the commotion from the living room that Wei Changfeng was able to escape this predicament!

In the living room, Bai Yi had brought the servant girl who had placed the white magnolia in Bai Keer's room. She knelt on the ground, her face pale and her eyes filled with despair.

"Speak!"

Bai Qi threw the poisoned magnolia at her face and shouted, "Who ordered you to do this?"

He didn't believe that a mere servant girl had the ability to plant poison in the magnolia. There must be someone behind her.

If the culprit wasn't found, the White Deer Pavilion would never have peace!

"Ha ha ha~"

The servant girl suddenly burst into laughter, her face twisted with madness. Black blood flowed from her eyes, ears, nose, and mouth.

She had taken poison to commit suicide!

Bai Qi and Bai Haoran were both shocked. The latter flicked his finger, and a green light shot into the servant girl's mouth.

The servant girl suddenly perked up and said hoarsely, "It's no use..."

As soon as she finished speaking, her head slumped, and she fell silent.

Bai Haoran shook his head helplessly.

Bai Yi knelt on one knee and said, "Your subordinate failed to prevent her from hiding the poison."

Bai Qi said dispiritedly, "Forget it. You didn't expect that even with the heart-binding poison controlled, she would still hide poison in her mouth."

The Miao people raised poisons from a young age. The heart-binding poison, besides binding a lover, could also be used for suicide in desperate situations, and those who didn't know the poison techniques couldn't control it.

"Chief, Great Poison Master!"

At that moment, a Miao man in his twenties strode in and asked joyfully, "I heard that Sister Keer's illness has been cured?"

(To be continued...)