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Ling Xiu is a person who values ​​relationships.

If Yun Ziling hadn't brought him into the sect, he would probably have turned to dust long ago and would no longer be alive.

After he joined the sect, she took good care of him and provided him with much protection.

It can be said that without Yun Ziling, there would be no Ling Xiu today.

Therefore, he secretly vowed in his heart: Yun Ziling must be saved!

Looking at Yun Ziling, who lay quietly before him, pure and beautiful, Ling Xiu felt a surge of warmth in his heart.

"We must save him, but we absolutely cannot reveal the secret of the Void Origin Longevity Technique. We can only heal him with elixirs. That's right, the Blood Lotus Elixir!"

Having made up his mind, Ling Xiu turned his back and, with a thought, took out a Blood Lotus Pill from the Qiankun Xuan Gourd.

This was originally a low-grade spirit-level pill, but after being upgraded by the Xuanhu, it has transformed into a top-grade spirit-level pill.

Top-grade elixirs are extremely precious, and for cultivators in the Condensation Realm, they have the miraculous effect of bringing the dead back to life.

He turned around, carefully lifted Yun Ziling's waist, and gently placed her head against his chest before feeding her the Blood Lotus Pill.

Then, he activated his magic power, suppressing his cultivation level of the sixth level of Qi Refining, and transformed it into a gentle and ordinary Void Yuan Magic Power, which, along with the medicinal power, was slowly sent into her meridians.

Although this magical power contained a trace of longevity energy, it did not appear as pure and vibrant as the true longevity magical power of the Void Origin.

As the Blood Lotus Pill entered her stomach, its gentle medicinal power quickly dissolved within her body, nourishing her depleted meridians and replenishing her lost blood and energy. A faint blush gradually appeared on Yun Ziling's originally pale face, and her breathing finally stabilized.

Looking closely at the woman in his arms, Ling Xiu couldn't help but sigh inwardly how beautiful she was.

Her long eyelashes trembled slightly, and her fair skin was so delicate it seemed to break at a touch.

She was already tall and slender, and her long, beautiful legs were adorned with delicate gold wire rings around her ankles, giving her a unique charm.

Only after confirming that the medicine had completely taken effect did Ling Xiu slowly lay her flat on the ground. By then, his arm was already slightly numb.

A moment later, Yun Ziling slowly opened her eyes.

What came into view was Ling Xiu's gentle and kind face.

A warm current welled up from the bottom of her heart, inexplicably giving her the illusion of being bathed in family affection.

"Senior Sister Yun, you're awake!"

Ling Xiu deliberately lowered his voice, making it sound old and tired. He consciously released his grip and took a half step back.

"Did you save me?"

Yun Ziling felt the surging, powerful medicinal force within her body, and her heart was filled with turbulent waves.

This feeling of being thoroughly cleansed was the most powerful of all the elixirs she had ever taken in her life.

She stared at Ling Xiu in disbelief, her eyes filled with shock, and weakly asked, "Junior Brother Ling... is this a Blood Lotus Pill? Where did you obtain such a pure spiritual pill?"

Seeing Yun Ziling's puzzled expression, Ling Xiu's eyes flashed with a hint of panic before he lowered his head.

He said sincerely, "Senior Sister Yun, this is a long story. I accidentally discovered the remains of a senior in a hidden cave in the back mountain of the sect."

Judging from his cultivation level during his lifetime, he should have been a powerful expert at the Great Perfection of the Condensation Realm.

I was fortunate enough to receive some of his true teachings, as well as several precious elixirs, flying swords, jade slips, and talismans…”

He spoke with utter calmness, his face revealing no hint of his true feelings.

To increase credibility, he then took out the Thunderclap Sword.

The sword's blade shimmered with spiritual light, faintly radiating the power of thunder, its sharpness fully revealed.

This made Yun Ziling even more astonished, and she secretly marveled at Ling Xiu's incredible luck.

"It was thanks to these magical treasures left behind by our senior that my junior brother was able to barely break through to the sixth level of Qi Refining."

Ling Xiu maintained his Qi Refining Level 6 aura, speaking cautiously.

What you just took was indeed a Blood Lotus Pill, the most precious one I received from my senior.

I know this item is priceless, and today I can use it to heal my senior sister.

These words were half true and half false, but the attitude was extremely sincere, making it hard to doubt them.

Yun Ziling nodded slightly, shifting her gaze from the Thunderclap Sword to Ling Xiu.

Her consciousness had not yet recovered, so she was unable to detect Ling Xiu's true cultivation level.

Moreover, that hidden aura had long been upgraded to the highest grade by the Qiankun Xuanhu, so even if her divine sense was intact, she wouldn't be able to see through it in the slightest.

The aura of a sixth-level Qi Refining cultivator was genuine, the top-grade magic weapon was real, and with this genuine top-grade Blood Lotus Pill, Yun Ziling had no choice but to believe it.

The world of cultivation is vast and boundless. There are countless examples of powerful beings leaving behind their legacy before their fall, which are then obtained by later generations through chance encounters.

With her doubts dispelled, Yun Ziling took a deep breath.

He solemnly said, "Junior Brother Ling, this is your good fortune; even the heavens are helping you."

"Thanks to you today, otherwise the consequences would have been unimaginable."

She was filled with endless gratitude for being saved twice.

Ling Xiu quickly waved his hand, his attitude remaining as respectful as ever.

"Senior Sister Yun, you flatter me. I did my best. You brought me into the sect and gave me elixirs and cultivation techniques. I have always remembered your kindness. It is only thanks to the heavens that I was able to save you today."

At this point, he changed the subject and took a half-step closer.

He lowered his voice and said, "But Senior Sister Yun, please keep my chance encounter a secret."

I am getting old and can hardly withstand any more trouble. If word gets out, it could lead to my death.

He appeared timid and cowardly, wanting only to live a peaceful life, as if afraid that others would covet his treasures.

Looking at the worry on his aged face, Yun Ziling couldn't help but feel a pang of pity.

After a century of wasted time, we have finally managed to secure our livelihood, and anyone would be as cautious as this.

"Don't worry, I, Yun Ziling, am by no means an ungrateful person. I will keep your secret to myself and will never covet your treasures. You can rest assured."

She even swore an oath on the spot to prove her innocence.

Hearing this, Ling Xiu finally breathed a long sigh of relief, his heart filled with gratitude.

She bowed deeply: "Thank you for your understanding, Senior Sister!"

He knew that Yun Ziling was kind-hearted, and this statement was enough to put his mind at ease.

Two days later.

Yun Ziling's injuries had basically healed, and she and Ling Xiu left the cave.

The two quickly returned to Qingyang City, where they reunited with the disciples of the Qingyun Sect.

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Meanwhile, in Qingyang City...

The reinforcements sent by Qingyang Sect finally arrived and managed to repel the rampaging beast horde.

With Lu Changting of the Ten Thousand Beasts Sect being killed, the Demon King Two-Headed Azure Shadow Dragon was also beheaded under the siege of the sect's powerful members.

Without their leader, the beasts immediately fell into chaos and began a massive rout.

This devastating beast tide caused considerable casualties in the city, reducing many buildings to ruins, but fortunately, most of the people survived.

As long as people's hearts remain united, it won't be long before Qingyang City is able to restore its former prosperity.