Chapter 220: A Gift of Jingzhe Spiritual Energy
The temple continued to burn, with waves of heat radiating through the spring night. The group had moved to a level area nearby.
Song You spread out a wool mat and sat cross-legged on the ground. Across from him, the swordsman also sat, his sword planted in the earth beside him. He turned slightly to clean his wounds with a calm expression.
“Your injuries aren’t minor.”
“Among the wounds I’ve taken, this one is on the lighter side.”
“I have a remedy for you.” Song You extended his hand, palm open to reveal a pill the size of a lotus seed. It was a peculiar mix of white and blue, with faint tinges of purple-red.
“This pill is called ‘Jingzhe.’ It contains vital life energy to speed up your healing, and it naturally dispels lingering toxins. It also carries a touch of thunder force, which may help deepen your insights on your Sword Dao.”
The swordsman paused mid-application of his salve.
Initially, he’d intended to brush it off with his usual, “These wounds are nothing.” But the more Song You explained, the less he felt able to refuse. By the end, he was taken aback.
“Thank you, sir...” He took the pill, glanced at it, then swallowed it without hesitation.