One person: Starting with the Rumble-Rumble Fruit, his grandmaster uncle emerges from seclusion.

"Once a year has passed, the oil will be used up and the lamp will burn out. At that time, even if I have two hands, even if a celestial being descends to earth... I will be powerless."

The smile on Zhang Tianyi's face gradually faded.

Silence fell.

He knew, of course, that Qu Tong wasn't lying.

One's own spring thunder and rain can only regulate the body and eliminate hidden ailments.

But the depletion brought about by the passage of time is a law that no external force can reverse.

"Ugh……"

A long sigh broke the heavy silence.

It's neither Zhang Tianyi nor the Old Master.

Instead, it was Tian Jinzhong who had just stood up.

This weathered old man did not feel saddened by the fact that he only had one year left to live.

Instead, he chuckled and waved his brand-new arm, clenching his fist tightly.

"Senior brother, second senior brother, don't keep such a long face."

Tian Jinzhong even bounced a couple of times, his movements still a bit clumsy, but the smile on his face was brighter than the sunshine:

"A year? Is a year too short?"

"For someone like me, who has been paralyzed in a wheelchair for over seventy years, being able to lift a teacup with my own hands and take a stroll around the yard on my own legs is a great relief..."

"Even if it's only for two days, I feel like I've made a huge profit!"

Tian Jinzhong walked up to Zhang Tianyi and gently patted him on the shoulder:

"Second Brother, really, I'm content. I never dared to dream of this before, that I could experience what it's like to be a normal person before I close my eyes."

"This year, I have to live well, play chess with my senior brother every day, and watch those little brats practice their skills."

"It was worth it, it was truly worth it in this life."

The old master turned his back, secretly wiping the corner of his eye, his voice somewhat muffled: "Third brother is right. Being able to stand up is a great joy."

however.

"Worthless!"

Chapter 145 Little sister! You've misunderstood, brother was just joking with you!

"Worthless!"

Zhang Tianyi coldly uttered three words.

He raised his head, his eyes revealing a stubborn and unreasonable arrogance:

"A year is too short."

"My junior brother Zhang Tianyi finally managed to stand up again, so why should he only live for a year?"

"I haven't taken you to eat Peking duck yet, I haven't taken you to visit the Forbidden City, I haven't taken you... What can you do in a year?"

Zhang Tianyi stared at Qu Tong, his voice low and deep:

"Since you've made your point clear, it means you not only have the ability to diagnose, but also the ability to prescribe medicine."

"Tell me, how do you plan to extend your lifespan?"

Qu Tong was waiting for these words.

A glimmer of relief finally appeared in her beautiful eyes.

She knew that her life had been saved.

"Just because you can't do it with both hands doesn't mean you can't do it with other extraordinary skills."

Qu Tong straightened up, her tone exuding confidence:

“Master, among the Eight Extraordinary Skills, there is one technique called the Six Treasuries Immortal Thief.”

Also known as, The Saint Thief!

"It can transform the body's six internal organs into a perfect digestive system, devouring all life force in the world to nourish itself. At its peak, one can achieve eternal youth and immortality!"

Upon hearing "Six Treasuries Immortal Thief," the old Celestial Master abruptly turned his head, his eyes sharpening.

This extraordinary skill is a taboo in the world of supernatural beings.

Qu Tong looked at Zhang Tianyi and continued to throw out bait:

"This extraordinary skill might be useless to you, since you are already ageless."

"But for Elder Tian, ​​this is the most perfect elixir of longevity!"

"As long as you master the Six Treasuries of Immortal Thieves, Senior Tian can live for decades more than just another year!"

Zhang Tianyi tapped his knee lightly with his fingers: "Sounds good. And then?"

“I know the hiding place of Ruan Feng, the master of the Six Treasures Immortal Thief.”

Qu Tong took a deep breath and stated her price:

"He is in an extremely secluded place, a place that almost no one in the world can find except me."

"Master, if only you would spare my life today and not imprison me here."

"I, Qu Tong, assure you, will do everything in my power to find Ruan Feng and deliver the Six Treasuries Immortal Thief... intact into your hands!"

The surroundings fell into dead silence.

Zhang Tianyi sat down in the chair, his fingers ceasing their tapping.

He lowered his head, seemingly lost in deep thought.

The old master and Tian Jinzhong didn't say anything, they just looked at him quietly.

A full minute passed.

"Snapped!"

Zhang Tianyi slapped his thigh and jumped up from the chair.

Under Qu Tong's tense gaze.

Zhang Tianyi darted over to Qu Tong in a few steps.

Then, to Qu Tong's utter bewilderment...

He very affectionately put his arm around Qu Tong's shoulder!

"Oh dear! Xiaotong!"

Zhang Tianyi's smile was so bright and warm, it was even more welcoming than seeing a family member.

"Look at you! With our relationship, why didn't you say so sooner when you had such a great idea?"

"I was just joking with you, trying to lighten the mood! Did you really think I was going to put you under house arrest? Do you think I'm the kind of person who doesn't know how to treat a woman with tenderness?"

Qu Tong froze as he pulled her into his arms.

What kind of speed is this?!

One second he's going to lock me up until I'm dead, the next he's acting like a good older brother?!

Even Sichuan opera face-changing isn't as smooth as yours!!

The old Taoist master standing behind him covered his face in anguish, unable to bear the sight.

"This brat... where did he learn such shamelessness from..."

Zhang Tianyi, however, didn't seem to care at all. He even patted Qu Tong on the shoulder like a good buddy and said earnestly:

"Your suggestion is excellent! Very constructive!"

"I really like Master Dao!"

"It's just the Six Treasuries Immortal Thief, find him! We must find him! I have complete confidence in you handling this!"

Qu Tong's lips twitched twice, forcing out a stiff smile:

"Then... Master, do you mean... I can leave now?"

"Go! Of course you can go! The door's over there, it's always open!"

Zhang Tianyi waved his hand generously, displaying his bold and forthright nature.

Qu Tong felt a huge weight lifted off her shoulders, but she still remained cautious.

She subtly took a half-step back and quietly proposed an additional condition:

“Master… this junior has one more small request.”

“I am willing to search for Ruan Feng for you, but I hope... you can keep my affairs today, as well as those of Yaoxing Society, a secret.”

"If the company and the Ten Elders find out, I'll be in big trouble, and it might affect the progress of the search for Ruan Feng..."

"Hey! What's the big deal?"

Zhang Tianyi patted his chest and took full responsibility:

"Keep it a secret! It must be kept a secret! Your business is my business!"

"I've always been tight-lipped since I was a child. What Yaoxing Society? What Qu Tong? I've never even heard of them!"

"Go ahead and do it with confidence!"

Qu Tong finally breathed a sigh of relief.

It seems that although this Celestial Pivot Master is incredibly powerful, his personality is... rather easy to manipulate?

Once enough benefits are offered, this matter can be considered closed.

"Thank you for your kindness, Master. Then this junior... will take his leave now."

Qu Tong bowed slightly, turned around, and prepared to leave the basement that had terrified her.

"Hey, wait."