In these past few days away, I haven't known how Qing Dai has been faring.
But fortunately, I unexpectedly obtained the White Bone Rejuvenating Grass. With it, Qing Dai's injuries can surely be healed.
The path to the Nine Saints Mansion is one I am now very familiar with.
Although my body was weary, the thought of Qing Dai suffering such severe injuries because of me only quickened my pace.
When I reached the mountain ravine and saw the nameless large tree, I took a deep breath.
I circled the tree three times, then walked into the ravine…
Not long after entering, a white mist arose in the ravine.
The mist was hazy, and a white stone slab path appeared beneath my feet.
This indicated I had entered the Yin Domain of the Nine Saints Mansion.
I walked rapidly along the stone path, looking at the strange Yin grass and flowers around me, but felt no earlier curiosity.
I just kept moving forward.
Soon, I saw the tall, walled courtyard.
A pair of stone lions squatted by the entrance.
The three large characters for Nine Saints Mansion were clearly visible from afar.
The vermilion gates were particularly striking.
As soon as I arrived at the entrance, before I could even announce myself, the gates opened.
Granny Long walked out from within the gates.
The moment she appeared, she smiled and looked at me:
"Young Master Qin, you have returned?"
"Yes! Just got back. Granny Long, today I brought something good for Qing Dai that can heal her injuries."
Saying this, I lifted the package in my hands.
Granny Long was taken aback:
"Oh? It can heal the Princess?"
"That's right. This contains the White Bone Rejuvenating Grass, which is exceedingly rare."
I continued speaking, a smile gracing my face.
Granny Long also took a deep breath and quickly gestured, inviting me in:
"Young Master Qin, please come inside quickly!"
I didn't hesitate and swiftly walked into the Nine Saints Mansion.
Granny Long was also curious about where I had obtained this item.
So she asked:
"Please, Young Master. This old woman has heard that this kind of medicinal herb is extremely rare. It can be said to be truly uncommon. You went on a long journey and returned with such a precious medicine in less than half a month. How did you manage it?"
Hearing this, I smiled with delight and looked at the package in my hands:
"It was all down to luck, really. At the Wudang Alliance Gathering this time, there was a martial arts competition, and the reward was this item.
So I was fortunate and received it as a prize.
I've brought it back with me."
I spoke truthfully, and Granny Long was extremely pleased.
For Granny Long also knew the astonishing efficacy of the White Bone Rejuvenating Grass.
If Qing Dai truly consumed it, her injuries would heal rapidly.
"Young Master Qin, you truly went through much trouble. The Princess has waited for so many years, and it was truly worth the wait."
Granny Long said with some emotion, her eyes filled with happiness.
I did not reply.
I knew better than anyone how much Qing Dai had sacrificed for me.
Without her, my soul would have scattered two thousand years ago.
I doubt I could ever repay her in this lifetime.
What I am doing now are merely small deeds within my capabilities.
After a short while, Granny Long led me to the small courtyard where Qing Dai was in seclusion.
Upon arriving, I saw rows of fierce and menacing ghosts standing around the courtyard.
Clearly, they were guarding Qing Dai.
The leader, seeing Granny Long and me arrive, hurried forward:
"Granny Long, Young Master Qin!"
After speaking, he also cupped his fists.
I didn't recognize this leader, but I still responded by cupping my fists.
Then I heard Granny Long say:
"This old woman is here to deliver medicine to the Princess and break the seal."
The leader immediately nodded upon hearing this:
"Yes, Granny Long!"
With that, the ghost leader turned and waved his hand at his subordinates.
Then, the ghost subordinates retreated one after another.
Each of them struck out with a palm.
With several muffled thuds, waves of Yin energy surged, and a strange talisman appeared before the gate.
It could be seen that the entire small courtyard was enveloped by the special energy of this talisman.
This was to ensure Qing Dai's absolute safety during her seclusion.
As the talisman dissipated, a ghost subordinate pushed open the gate.
"Granny Long, Young Master Qin, please!"
The ghost leader spoke.
Hearing this, Granny Long and I turned to enter.
At this moment, the twelve demon souls from the Purple Bone Vine suddenly flew out.
They landed one by one nearby.
Seeing the twelve demon souls emerge, I was taken aback.
Zi Shu, the leader, saw my confusion and quickly said:
"Young Master Qin, the Princess's chambers are not places for us to enter. We will wait for you outside."
Hearing this, I finally understood.
So that was why they didn't go inside.
I nodded:
"Alright!"
With that, I entered the small courtyard with Granny Long.
The courtyard still looked quaint and elegant. Granny Long pushed open the door.
Then she walked into Qing Dai's chambers.
A faint fragrance filled the room.
At this moment, I could see Qing Dai meditating on the bed not far away. Although her eyes were closed, her long eyelashes, exquisite features, and presence captivated me.
Because Qing Dai was in seclusion, I did not call out to her directly.
Doing so might disturb her cultivation.
Granny Long then said in a low voice:
"Young Master Qin, take out the medicinal herb!
The Princess should awaken soon."
I nodded and took out the crystal box.
The moment I opened the box, a wave of medicinal fragrance wafted out, instantly filling the entire room.
Qing Dai, who was in seclusion, also slowly opened her eyes at this moment…