The Invincible Supreme Medical God

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"That's for sure." Qi Che even nodded thoughtfully: "Sister Xue Ruo is so beautiful, she must be an Angel who descended from the heavens, that's why she's so kind and gentle... but, sis, you really don't consider someone younger than you? Already married, in fact. For example, a married young man has many advantages that bachelors don't, like..."

Lan Xueruo really couldn't listen anymore, and said with a feigned seriousness: "Within ten days, do you want to return to the Lan Feng Imperial City with me?"

"Yes, yes, yes! Of course!" Before Yun Che had even answered, Xia Yuanba was already nodding frantically, afraid that Lan Xueruo might take back her words. At first, Xia Yuanba had been deeply worried that Yun Che simply wouldn't be able to escape this disaster. Lan Xueruo's offer was no different from a heaven‑sent surprise. No matter what was said, he had to cling tightly to this opportunity.

However, Qi Che thought for a while, then said somewhat cautiously: "Sis, I truly appreciate your kind intentions. But in this matter, the ones I offended are the main Sect of a Small Sect. If Big Sis takes me away, and they insist on investigating and holding you responsible... I don't want to drag you and your family into this."

Lan Xueruo smiled faintly and said: "At least you have a conscience, and actually know how to worry for Big Sis's sake. But since I dare to help you escape New Moon City, I naturally have ample assurance that I won't be setting myself on fire. You can rest completely at ease on that; I'm not foolish enough to gamble with my own life and my family's lives."

"Even though the people of that small sect have left, there still has to be someone watching the gates. If you try to leave, you might immediately fall into their hands. So for these next few days, you should seriously stay within the Profound Palace and not go anywhere else. Once my family arrives, I'll take you away immediately. After we reach the Lan Feng Imperial City, it should be completely safe."

Lan Xueruo's words were very firm, yet relaxed. Clearly, she wanted Yun Che to be as reassured as possible. Yun Che no longer hesitated, and said gratefully: "Then... Big Sis, when the time comes, everything will be resting on your shoulders. After this catastrophe is over, I'll definitely repay you for saving my life."

Lan Xueruo's pink lips curled slightly, and her brows arched into two delicate new‑moon crescents: "If you want to repay Big Sis, then just stay here safely and protect your own life. Only when you're still alive will the day you repay me ever come."

"Mn! I'll listen to Big Sis." Yun Che nodded firmly. Then his tone suddenly shifted, and he asked: "Senior Sister, um... do you have any Abyss Cores from profound beasts? Low‑grade ones are fine. If you don't have any, can I look for one in the Profound Palace?"

"A Profound Core? What do you need a deep core for?" Lan Xueruo asked, puzzled.

"That's a secret. Don't tell me Big Sis really has one?" Seeing Lan Xueruo's expression, Qi Che's eyes lit up.

After a long moment, Lan Xueruo felt around inside her Space Ring with her slender fingers, then took out a dim, round bead: "All I have on hand is this lowest‑grade Nascent deep core. I got it from a Scarlet Lizard not long ago. But Palace Chief Qin should have some genuine, higher‑level profound beast cores. If you need them, I can..."

"A single Nascent deep core is enough." Yun Che reached out and took the Nascent Abyss Core from Lan Xueruo's hand. His heart settled at once.

Ordinary beasts don't have any Abyss Cores in their bodies. Starting from nascent beasts, all mature profound beasts will have a deep core, akin to the core within the human body's deep veins. Among all Profound Cores, Nascent Profound Cores are the easiest to obtain and have the lowest price; usually they cost from a dozen to several hundred yellow Abyss Coins. But as the quality rises, their price multiplies. In the Empire, any single Earth Profound Core can be sold for an astronomical sum. At the Sky Profound level, they're a priceless treasure. As for Emperor Profound Cores, in essence, they're things of legend.

During the trip to New Moon City, Qi Che had indeed obtained quite a few Nascent Profound Cores. However, he had used all of them to synthesize higher‑grade Profound Recovery Pills. He had carried raw iron all the way on his back, so the Profound Recovery Pills were almost treated like food.

"Little Brother Yin, you must be exhausted today as well, so you should rest early. You don't need to worry too much about anything else. With Palace Chief Qin here, that small sect won't dare act recklessly within these ten days. As long as these ten days pass, I can absolutely guarantee your safety."

"I understand, Big Sis... Big Sis should rest early too."

As Lan Xueruo left with slow steps, she brought with her a fragrant Orchid breeze, leaving behind a contemplative Yun Che.

"This is great! Since Senior Sister is so certain, then we'll be able to save you and help you escape." Xia Yuanba said, his face full of excitement. "Um... Elder meant that iron rule? Why do you not seem that happy? Is it because you don't trust Sister Xue Ruo?"

"Yuan Ba, do you have any ties with Sister Xue Ruo?" Yun Che asked coolly.

"No. Brother‑in‑law, why are you asking that?" Xia Yuanba scratched his head.

"Then, have you or your family ever saved Sister Xue Ruo or her family before?"

"That's not it either! I've never even met any of her relatives. And with my level of strength, there's no way I could save Sister Xue Ruo. There's not even any need to mention my family."