Jade Dynasty: I am the master of the Burning Sword, my swordsmanship is unparalleled.

Chapter 179 Blood Phoenix Ginseng
In about half an hour, a meal was almost ready.

Looking at the delicious-looking food, Jin Ping'er couldn't help but show a hint of surprise. She really hadn't expected that this guy was actually a master at cooking.

Xiao Huan, now dressed in clean clothes, exuded a faint fragrance and had a rosy complexion, clearly having just taken a bath.

After bringing the bowls and chopsticks, Xiao Huan took the initiative to get up and serve the rice. She first handed it to Zhang Xiaofan, and Zhou Yixian, who was standing to the side, looked miserable and said.

"Alas, the world is going to the dogs, and people's hearts are no longer what they used to be. She hasn't even gotten married yet, and she already doesn't have a grandfather like me anymore. After she gets married, I'm afraid that when this old bone of mine dies, there will be no one to collect her body!"

“If you are willing, old man, you can come back to Qingyun with me. You are a descendant of the Qingyun Master, and Qingyun will certainly not stand idly by.”

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiaofan immediately spoke softly, his expression very serious, which startled Zhou Yixian. He then waved his hand and said...

"Forget it, forget it. I have spent my life traveling the world and have never been interested in fame or fortune. The Qingyun Sect has too many rules. I can't expect you juniors to change the rules just for me, can I?"

Jin Ping'er scoffed when she heard Zhou Yixian's words. She knew very well that this old charlatan, despite his seemingly dignified appearance, was completely ignorant of divination and a fraudster. Only Zhang Xiaofan could be fooled by this old charlatan.

Suddenly, Jin Ping'er's eyes flickered slightly, and she couldn't help but glance at Zhang Xiaofan again.

Based on Jin Ping'er's understanding of Zhang Xiaofan, although he was taciturn, he was meticulous and had an incredibly broad perspective. Could this old charlatan really fool him?

I'm afraid that's impossible. In other words, Zhang Xiaofan probably knew all along that this old charlatan didn't understand physiognomy at all!
Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiaofan simply smiled and did not reply, instead quietly continuing to eat his meal.

Xiao Huan shoveled a couple of mouthfuls of rice, then suddenly remembered something, looked up at Zhang Xiaofan, and asked softly.

What brings you to Changhe City, big brother?

Zhang Xiaofan paused for a moment, glancing at Jin Ping'er, who seemed completely oblivious, continuing to eat as if she were a starving ghost.

After looking away, Zhang Xiaofan spoke softly to explain.

"Senior Brother Qi Hao heard that disciples of the Hehuan Sect have been frequently appearing in the East China Sea area, so I came here to investigate."

Upon hearing Zhang Xiaofan's explanation, Xiao Huan's heart tightened, and she subconsciously turned to look at Jin Ping'er. Seeing this, Jin Ping'er remained relaxed and even took the initiative to put a piece of food on Xiao Huan's plate, smiling as she spoke.

"Little Huan, eat more. The food that Master Zhang makes is the most delicious in the world. Ordinary people can't taste it."

Seeing that Jin Ping'er seemed to be doing well, Xiao Huan breathed a sigh of relief. She was most worried that Zhang Xiaofan would arrest her as soon as he learned of Jin Ping'er's identity.

"How are you feeling? Are you alright?"

At this moment, Zhang Xiaofan suddenly asked again, making Xiao Huan's face tense. Even Zhou Yixian stopped eating and looked up at Zhang Xiaofan. Jin Ping'er froze and secretly glanced at Zhang Xiaofan.

In an instant, the atmosphere in the entire room froze after Zhang Xiaofan's words.

Xiao Huan looked at Zhang Xiaofan nervously, bit her lip, and then responded softly.

"That's great, I've always been in good health."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiaofan simply nodded slightly, as if it were a casual question, and didn't elaborate further, continuing to eat in silence.

Jin Ping'er, who had been enjoying her meal, now found it tasteless and had no appetite at all, despite how delicious the food was.

After hesitating for a moment, Jin Ping'er tentatively asked.

"Master Zhang, when do you plan to set off for the East China Sea?" Zhang Xiaofan glanced at Jin Ping'er, then looked away, ignoring her. This angered Jin Ping'er so much that her face stiffened. It was Xiao Huan who noticed this and asked softly.

"Big brother, are you staying here tonight?"

"No, now that the matter has been investigated and clarified, I should go back."

Zhang Xiaofan responded softly, and Xiao Huan's disappointment was immediately visible to the naked eye, causing Zhou Yixian, who was standing to the side, to sigh softly.

The meal was finished in this quiet atmosphere.

After lunch, Zhang Xiaofan took out a special wooden box from his sleeve. Zhou Yixian's eyes lit up when he saw the box, and he couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

"Wow! Golden nanmu wood, Master Zhang is indeed generous, hehe!"

As he spoke, Zhou Yixian subconsciously rubbed his hands together, a hint of mercenary greed in his eyes.

Ignoring Zhou Yixian, Zhang Xiaofan handed the golden nanmu box to Xiao Huan and said softly.

"There is a blood ginseng in here. Keep it safe. Boil one ginseng root every seven days. After six months, you should see some improvement."

Xiao Huan's eyes gradually filled with light, her bright and intelligent eyes blinking incessantly, her pearly teeth biting her red lips, yet she couldn't utter a single word.

After putting his things down, Zhang Xiaofan got up and left, picking up an oil-paper umbrella and gradually disappearing into the rain.

Jin Ping'er, who had been sitting silently to the side, suddenly spoke softly, her voice tinged with apology.

"Little Huan, I'm sorry, I've dragged you into this."

Jin Ping'er knew very well that it was because she saved Xiao Huan's life that Xiao Huan's health was compromised, and even her lifespan was shortened.

Perhaps the reason that guy didn't attack me was because of Xiao Huan.

"Hmph, at least that kid has a heart, he even knew to give you a blood ginseng."

Zhou Yixian seemed to remember something and couldn't help but snort coldly. Ten years ago, it was because of Zhang Xiaofan that Xiao Huan was seriously injured and coughed up blood.

In addition to saving Jin Ping'er twice in a row, Xiao Huan's body was depleted and her lifespan was greatly shortened.

As he spoke, Zhou Yixian reached out and took the wooden box, opening it to examine it.

But the next moment, Zhou Yixian froze on the spot, his mouth wide open, staring straight at the wooden box, his eyes filled with a look of horror.

"Grandpa, what's wrong with you?"

Xiao Huan couldn't help but ask softly, but Zhou Yixian still hadn't come to his senses. Seeing this, Jin Ping'er immediately peeked into the wooden box.

Instantly, the contents of the wooden box came into view, and Jin Ping'er's eyes narrowed sharply, her face filled with horror.

There, a blood-red ginseng lay quietly on a brocade cloth inside a wooden box. What was most astonishing was that the main body of the blood ginseng was shaped like a phoenix, and the roots that spread out around it resembled the phoenix's outstretched wings.

(End of this chapter)