Starting with the titmouse, seventy-two transformations

Chapter 118 Grandma is Sick
Vegetable Garden Lane.

My own little courtyard.

Several "firewall" guards patrolled the area.

There were no signs of a struggle at the entrance or in the surrounding area.

everything is normal.

But a medicinal smell wafted over the courtyard wall.

Is someone in your family sick or injured?
Liu Sheng's heart tightened, and he immediately jumped over the wall and entered. Before he even landed, he heard a sword whistle in his ear.

A glint of cold light, like a venomous snake emerging from its hole, suddenly shot up and attacked his lower back.

It takes decades of ruthless and cunning to achieve such a level of skill.

It's Lao He!

Liu Sheng swiftly reached out and grabbed the sword tip, dispersing its force as if he had seized the vital spot of a venomous snake…

Despite the sword trembling violently and emitting a sharp whistle, it could not break free.

Green Snake Strength!
Has Old He recovered from his injuries?

How many days has it been?

Not bad!
"Brother Liu?"

At this moment, Old Man He recognized Liu Sheng, and quickly withdrew his sword, looking embarrassed and ashamed.

"hiss~"

"Roar!"

Immediately afterwards, five strange snakes and the little tiger cub Abiao all ran out, looking fierce.

Following them was He Yue'e, dressed in green and carrying a sword, looking spirited.

Good, good, everyone is very alert.

Liu Sheng squatted down and patted each of their heads, especially the little tiger cub. He pressed it down and stroked its belly for a while until it made a "squeak" like a pig before he let it go.

This guy has grown even bigger in just a few days, weighing over 100 pounds, almost the size of a calf.

In fact, it's only a little over a month old.

It's still a baby.

I need to drink milk every day.

During this period, Liu Sheng was too busy to manage, but thanks to Old He, who went to the West Market every day to buy milk for it, he spent a lot of money.

"Ordinary families really can't afford to support a money-devouring beast like you."

Liu Sheng grabbed its cheek and tugged at it, then praised He Yue'e, making the little girl blush and look down at her feet.

Then he stepped forward a few steps, lifted Yu Niang, who was at the back, high, and spun her around.

After putting her down, he picked up Er Ya, who looked timid yet envious, and spun her around a few times.

Only then did they notice that Yu Niang's complexion was not quite right.

And what about Grandma?

In the past, the old lady would run as fast as she could when she heard that I was coming back.

Where is he today? Could something have happened to him?

Liu Sheng's heart sank as he looked at Yu Niang.

As the old woman got older, after moving to the city, she left most of the household chores to Yu Niang.

"Grandma caught a cold the night before last, we've already seen a doctor and she's taken medicine..."

Yu Niang lowered her head, her fingers clenched so tightly they turned white, filled with self-reproach.

Her eyes were red and swollen, and she looked haggard. I could smell her sweat when I held her earlier.

Clearly, she hadn't rested much these past few days, staying by her bedside to care for her grandmother.

"I'll go see Grandma first."

Liu Sheng patted her to comfort her, then went into the inner room.

The old woman was in a deep sleep, breathing rapidly and heavily, muttering incoherently.

After being sick for a few days, he lost a lot of weight, his face was covered in wrinkles, and his brows were furrowed, as if he was worried about something.

Liu Sheng stayed in the room for a while, and seeing that she showed no signs of waking up, he went out of the room and found Old He to ask him questions.

"We invited Dr. Guo from Huichuntang..."

Old He took a breath, then hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but stopped himself.

Liu Sheng pursed her lips, glanced at him, and turned her head away:

"What did the doctor say?"

"Your grandmother has endured hunger and overwork for many years, which has depleted her vital energy and left her with chronic illnesses. Recently, she has also suffered from emotional distress, which has weakened her internal organs. Evil has taken advantage of her weakness, severely damaging her health..."

"Old He, speak like a human being!"

Old He was silent for a moment, then slowly said:

"...The disease has penetrated to the marrow, and his lifespan is nearing its end. Even the most miraculous elixirs cannot save him." The disease has penetrated to the marrow!

His lifespan is coming to an end!

Even the most miraculous medicines cannot reverse the situation!

Liu Sheng's breath hitched, his mind went blank, and the two sentences echoed repeatedly in his ears.

Grandma, are you dying?

This little old woman, who had been his only companion since he transmigrated, toiled tirelessly for him, endured ridicule without a care, and was ruthless yet always thought of him—

dying?
He squatted on the ground, his mind replaying over and over the scene of the old woman saving her food for him when she was hungry...

We just brought you to the city, and you haven't even enjoyed a few days of happiness. Why are you already in such a bad state?
Aren't you looking forward to holding your great-grandchild?

Why are you already discouraged before I've even given birth to you?

After a while, Liu Sheng came to his senses and asked Old He:
"Did you see any other doctors?"

"We consulted three doctors, all of whom were renowned physicians based in the city."

Old He sighed and shook his head:

"They're all saying pretty much the same thing."

"How much longer...?"

"It can take anywhere from several months to just a few days."

Liu Sheng remained silent for a long time before nodding.

Back in the house, looking at the old woman on the bed, he pondered for a moment, and then a thought struck him.

The immortal relics deep within Black Wind Mountain are so sought after by the imperial court and various sects that they must contain countless divine treasures.

Could there be a magic cure that can heal the old lady?
Ordinary doctors have no solution, but what about the immortals?

The immortals who can live forever must have a way!
and so……

You must obtain the qualification to enter the Qingyuan Cave, a relic of the immortal path.

"However, this quota is monopolized by the imperial court and major sects. There are only two ways to get in..."

Liu Sheng gazed at the unconscious old woman, tapped his palm with his finger, and looked deep into his eyes.

In addition to obtaining a quota for entering the ruins through the imperial court.

The other one is his master, Wu Song.

Despite being pursued by the imperial court, he was full of confidence, clearly certain of his success in entering the ruins.

However, he warned me twice that the ruins were extremely dangerous and that I shouldn't get involved. Plus, he was elusive and difficult to contact...

Currently, the only way to obtain a spot to enter the ruins is through the imperial court or a sect.

Before returning, he and Du Bingyan agreed to use the Eight Gates Golden Lock Formation as a pretext to challenge Xie Bao and demand two spots to enter the ruins.

But now that Abbess Jingyue has arrived, Du Bingyan might not even have her personal freedom anymore, and who knows—

Could you get him a spot?

"We can't put all our hopes on her; what if the old nun interferes..."

Liu Sheng stood up and paced back and forth in the room, carefully recalling the Qi cultivators he had seen in the back garden, his mind racing as he pondered a solution.

However, there was too little information, and nothing was gained.

Just then, Yu Niang strode in, looking tense.

"Brother Sheng, someone has come to our house and says they want to see you."

Someone came to the door?

Neither Lao He nor Yu Niang recognizes him, so who could it be?
Liu Sheng's eyes flickered a few times, and his brows furrowed involuntarily.

After instructing her to take good care of the old woman, Liu Sheng immediately left the house and met the visitor.

"Five Crane Gate, Qi Cheng'an."

The newcomer was in his early twenties, of medium height and strong build, with particularly long limbs and thick fingers. He wore a dark blue round-necked shirt and had an arrogant expression.

They acted like city dwellers looking down on rural people.

Very annoying.

So Liu Sheng didn't indulge him and blocked him at the door, preventing him from entering the house:

"What's the matter?"

"As expected of a country bumpkin, they don't even know how to treat guests."

Qi Cheng'an immediately became displeased, grunted, and looked displeased:

"Master wants to see you to learn about my senior brother Zhang Mubai."

Zhang Mubai?
The bones have all turned to ash.

Liu Sheng's eyes flickered a few times, and finally he nodded:
"Lead the way."

(End of this chapter)