Chapter 264 - 196: Ten-Year Secret Realm, the Primary Ingredient is at Hand
Chapter 264: Chapter 196: Ten-Year Secret Realm, the Primary Ingredient is at Hand
Hidden Peak Dojo, Xu Hanji’s courtyard.
Within a secret chamber.
Lin Changheng channeled his Magical Power, driving the True Intent of his Rongsheng Divine Abilities to circulate qi as it delved deep into Xu Hanji’s Dantian.
He was attempting to repair it.
Under its influence, it was as if life force was brewing.
Lin Changheng was no fool. Although he had already decided to save her, he wouldn’t go so far as to draw upon his Lifespan to activate the True Intent of his Rongsheng Divine Abilities right from the start.
After all, Lifespan was something that, once spent, was gone for good!
Magical Power, however, was different. It could be regenerated and restored through cultivation, so he didn’t feel the slightest pang at using it, no matter how much he spent.
"Hn..."
Lying on the stone bed, Xu Hanji felt a tingling numbness spread across her fair stomach. Already trembling lightly, she now began to shake like a leaf.
She clenched her teeth.
Soon, Lin Changheng, who had been constantly monitoring the state of her Dantian, discovered that the True Intent of his Rongsheng Divine Abilities, fueled by Magical Power, was indeed having an effect on the residual injuries in her Dantian.
However, compared to Xu Hanji’s dramatic reaction, the progress seemed rather average.
But Lin Changheng didn’t stop channeling his Magical Power, and the fine traces of damage were still slowly being repaired.
"It’s working."
Lin Changheng said, looking up at Xu Hanji to give her some positive feedback.
"Mm..."
Xu Hanji hummed through her nose, still enduring the sensation. Only after a few breaths did she manage to respond, "Thank you, Brother Lin."
"You’re welcome."
Seeing her state, Lin Changheng knew her mind was elsewhere, as if she were resisting some surging sensation.
If one were to use Introspection to look inside her, they would discover that her body was flooded with green light, and a warm current flowed ceaselessly within her Dantian.
The minor phenomena produced by the True Intent of Lin Changheng’s Rongsheng Divine Abilities were long since submerged in the "raging torrent" created by the two pills.
「An hour later.」
Lin Changheng withdrew his hands.
But Xu Hanji still didn’t move.
"Hanji, what’s wrong?"
At Xu Hanji’s strong insistence, Lin Changheng had to drop the "Young Miss" title he was used to and address her directly as "Hanji."
A strange look appeared on Lin Changheng’s face. ’Could she have fallen asleep?’ He leaned in to get a better look.
What he saw was an exceedingly shy, pretty face and beautiful eyes that shimmered like a clear spring.
"Brother Lin, I... I can’t get up."
"My arms are weak... and my legs... my legs are weak..."
An unintentionally charming and innocent tone crept into Xu Hanji’s voice, making Lin Changheng pause for a moment.
His eyes quickly swept over her body. A peculiar thought arose, but it was best not to dwell on it or say it aloud.
He simply bent down and lifted Xu Hanji from the bed, effortlessly.
Never mind a delicate woman like her; with Lin Changheng’s physique, he could easily lift a giant boulder or a bronze cauldron.
"Can you hold me for a little while?"
Xu Hanji leaned weakly into Lin Changheng’s arms.
"Of course."
Lin Changheng nodded.
He also noticed that this woman was different from his previous perception of her. If she was a cold and distant Chang’e Fairy before, now that she had opened her heart, she was clearly much bolder. And her body... was extremely sensitive.
It was as if three different elements had been kneaded together.
’Quite interesting, actually.’
"Is it all repaired now?"
Xu Hanji suddenly asked.
"No."
Lin Changheng shook his head, then made an estimation before saying, "It will take at least three more sessions."
"Alright."
Xu Hanji nodded, the corners of her mouth unconsciously turning up in a slight smile that Lin Changheng didn’t notice.
...
「Upon exiting the chamber.」
The three elders of the Xu Family—Patriarch Xu, Xu Xujun, and Xu Qianyan—who were also its three core figures, were all waiting at the door.
As soon as they saw them emerge, they hurried over to greet them.
Seeing this, Lin Changheng was suddenly reminded of a common scene from his past life: the waiting area outside a hospital operating room. It was exactly the same.
’This kind of concern truly can’t be faked.’
He briefly explained that the treatment was going well to put their minds at ease, then took his leave.
The three Xu Family elders were instantly overjoyed and filled with emotion.
"Excellent, excellent."
"Take care, Alchemist Lin."
After seeing Lin Changheng off, the three of them came forward to ask Xu Hanji how she was feeling, but they didn’t inquire about what had happened in the secret chamber or how the treatment was performed.
That would be breaking a taboo and constitute improper prying.
If Lin Changheng were to find out and become displeased, it could affect the subsequent healing sessions, which would be disastrous.
...
「Half a month passed quickly.」
This was Lin Changheng’s final healing session for Xu Hanji.
Within his senses, under the shroud of the True Intent of his Rongsheng Divine Abilities fueled by Magical Power, the very last fissure slowly vanished.
"Phew!"
Lin Changheng, feeling somewhat exhausted, stopped channeling the Divine Power True Intent and "looked" again.
Xu Hanji’s Dantian was now completely free of fissures, as smooth and flawless as new.
"It’s done."
Lin Changheng rose and looked at Xu Hanji.
Clearly, compared to the previous three times where she had collapsed, limp and powerless, unable to control herself, Xu Hanji had obviously grown accustomed to it and was handling it much better.
Although she still trembled throughout the process, she was now able to sit up by herself after the healing was finished.
"This time, my work is complete. I haven’t failed the great trust the Xu Family placed in me. Hanji, you can now focus on your Foundation Establishment without worry."
Lin Changheng hadn’t revealed the slightest hint of his Divine Abilities, his concealment having achieved the desired effect. He smiled at Xu Hanji.
"Thank you for your help, Brother Lin. Hanji will never forget this for the rest of her life."
Xu Hanji stood up to bow.
However, her body was still weak and a bit unsteady, but she insisted on completing the gesture.
"There’s no need for that."
Lin Changheng smiled and shook his head. Instead of using Magical Power to lift her, he stepped forward and helped her up with his hands.
"Brother Lin, how much longer do you plan to stay with the clan?"
Xu Hanji asked suddenly, a look of anticipation in her eyes, as if she had just remembered something.