The Wild Empress of the Evil Emperor
96. Chapter 96: Early Stage Martial Soldiers (3)
"Xiao Yun, did I say something wrong?"
Seeing the sudden silence of Gu Ruoyun, waves of panic began to pile up in Qianbei Ye's heart so she decided to answer her question carefully.
Gu Ruoyun shook her head, her gaze filled with complicated emotions, "Xiao Ye, when Ling Yi was about to attack me, why did you protect me? Why are you treating me so well?"
"I don't know." Qianbei Ye looked at the girl's delicate face, with red eyes showing her determination, "I only know that I wanted to protect you from the first time I saw you."
The depth of Gu Ruoyun's heart started to tremble, and she slowly closed her eyes.
In the past, someone had also promised to protect and take care of her but in the end, she had caused the death of her younger brother, just because he put his trust in the wrong person.
"Xiao Ye, I've been here for over a month now. I don't know if the Hundred Herb Hall is having any problems, I'll pay a visit first."
The girl opened her eyes, and a smile appeared on her beautiful face.
Mom, Yu'er, Grandpa... Rest assured, there will be a day when I return to the Eastern Peak Lands, opening the way of my return with the blood of our enemies!
"Oh one more thing, Xiao Ye, there is something I want you to help."
...
All was silent in the Hundred Herb Hall.
Ever since Ling Yu was pushed back by Elder Yu a month ago, he had not come looking for trouble any further. Everything was so peaceful that everyone forgot about Ling Yu's existence.
When Shopkeeper Zhao saw Gu Ruoyun walking into the hall, he was overjoyed. He hurriedly walked towards her to greet, "Miss, you're here?"
"Mm, where is Elder Yu?"
My Lady, Elder Yu is not in the Hundred Herb Hall at the moment. Do you want me to call him?"
"Yes, call Elder Yu and tell him that I have urgent business. Also..." Gu Ruoyun casually took out a piece of paper and said expressionlessly, "Bring all the herbs written on this paper to me, as soon as possible." as you can."
"Yes, my lord."
His heart was curious. The potion that Madam requested was very valuable. Some will only grow one leaf every few hundred years. Shopkeeper Zhao asked. What's he gonna do with this?
However, thanks to the enormous resources of the Hundred Herb Hall, it was only a moment before he brought all the medicinal herbs before Gu Ruoyun.
Shortly after, elder Yu also appeared...
"I have to go for a minute. Elder Yu, please wait for me outside the room and do not allow anyone to enter and disturb me."
After which, he turned around and walked towards the courtyard behind the Hundred Herb Hall.
Although Shopkeeper Zhao and Elder Yu felt extremely curious, none of them questioned Gu Ruoyun's orders.
Right after Gu Ruoyun entered the Ancient Divine Pagoda, she directly asked, "Zixie, I've already obtained the ingredients for the Spirit Gathering Pill. Are we going to start perfecting it now?"
Zixie smiled, "The method used to refine this Spirit Gathering Pill is slightly different from the way we refined the Qi Gathering Pill. However, they will produce the same results. It shouldn't be too hard for you. Well then, you can try it now."
"okay."
Gu Ruoyun nodded before turning her gaze towards the cauldron.
The sun is setting in the west.
The old man stood outside the door, not moving at all, like a statue. Miss had been inside the room all day, ever since she entered until now, and there was not a single sign of movement either. He did not know anything about the situation inside the room.
As he began to guess the reason why Gu Ruoyun was looking for him, the door of the room behind him slowly opened. Then, the girl's clear voice called out to him.
"Older Yu, please come in."
"Yes, my lord."
Elder Yu turned around to enter the room. He looked at the girl standing in the middle of the room, and said with a respectful expression, "I wonder what business you have called me today, Miss?"