vncnus Chapter 65 The Great Way Should Not Be So Small
Chapter 65 The Great Way Should Not Be So Small
Chapter 65 The Great Way Should Not Be So Small
"Junior brother, it's getting late, I—I want to go back and rest first."
The blush on Vina's face faded a little, but her ears were still faintly pink. She lowered her eyes slightly and spoke softer than usual.
"Alright, I'll leave these thousand-year-old medicinal herbs with you for now, Senior Sister. I'll have to trouble you to take care of the alchemy later," Lin Feng replied.
"Yes, I'll take care of it as soon as possible."
Vina responded softly, then turned and hurriedly left the Hundred Herbs Palace, her figure quickly disappearing into the corridor outside the door.
Lin Feng scratched his head, looking outside at the bright midday sun; it was still early.
He suddenly seemed to understand something—
After tidying up the thousand-year-old medicinal herbs, Lin Feng turned and went to Tang Ya's guest room.
Pushing open the door, I saw Tang Ya get out of bed, her complexion restored to its usual rosy hue, and standing by the table making tea.
"Xiaofeng, you're here!" Tang Ya looked up when she heard the noise, saw Lin Feng, smiled, and pushed a cup of freshly brewed tea towards her. "I just made this, have a taste."
"Hmm." Lin Feng sat down at the table, picked up his teacup, took a sip, and savored the refreshing aroma of the tea. He then asked, "How are you feeling today, Xiaoya?"
"Yes, much better, almost fully recovered." Tang Ya sat down opposite him, holding a teacup, her smile relaxed.
"That's good." Lin Feng put down his teacup, looked into her eyes, and said in a more serious tone, "So—what are your plans for the future? Do you still want to go back to Shrek Academy?"
"Wherever you are, that's where I'll be." Tang Ya's voice was soft, but every word was clear. "Now, you're my only family."
She raised her head and looked directly at Lin Feng. Those eyes, once shrouded in the shadow of hatred, were now crystal clear and astonishingly bright.
The blood feud that had plagued her for five years and nearly crushed her finally faded from her heart as the Iron Blood Sect turned to ashes, leaving only a sense of relief and emptiness after the burden was lifted.
"Okay. Let's settle down here for now and make this our new home."
Lin Feng was deeply moved, and his response, though simple, carried immense weight.
Since Tang Ya has chosen to follow him, he must pave the way for her future.
He paused briefly and said, "I recently found a way for you to perfectly absorb that 100,000-year-old black jade bamboo."
"Ink Jade Divine Bamboo?" Tang Ya was taken aback. This was a supreme immortal herb obtained from the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire.
"Yes." Lin Feng nodded, his eyes serious. "Your Blue Silver Grass martial soul excels in control and poison, but it lacks extreme attack and penetrating power. If you successfully absorb the Black Jade Divine Bamboo, the strength of your Blue Silver Grass will be greatly enhanced."
The more he spoke, the clearer his thoughts became, and a glimmer of light appeared in his eyes: "Imagine that your Blue Silver Grass might undergo a fundamental evolution. Each vine, under your will, could transform into a black jade blue silver spear that combines strength and flexibility. It can attack from a distance and defend at close range, and its sharpness and toughness far surpass that of metal. This will be a completely new and powerful path that belongs exclusively to you."
Tang Ya felt her heart flutter. This immortal herb was indeed too tempting. It was a path that could make her truly powerful, strong enough to stand shoulder to shoulder with or even protect Lin Feng.
But she immediately shook her head: "No, this is too precious. A 100,000-year-old immortal herb—it should be kept for you."
I'll just take it slow with some ordinary resources.
"You just said I was family—" Lin Feng tightened his grip on her hand, his tone gentle yet carrying an undeniable authority, "The most suitable thing, if not for family, then for whom? The true form of this Jade Bamboo also said it's a perfect match for your Blue Silver Grass. For me, it's just icing on the cake, but for you, it's the key to changing your very foundation. This matter is settled."
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His words were resolute, and the unreserved appreciation in them warmed Tang Ya's heart more than any treasure.
"Mmm." She finally lowered her head and responded softly, concealing the reddening in her eyes.
Lin Feng said no more, and with a slight pull, he gently drew Tang Ya into his arms. Holding her soft, warm body, he could feel her relaxation and dependence.
A certain thought in my mind became increasingly clear—
This great path should not be so narrow, its companions should not be so few, and it should not be confined by worldly conventions.
He lowered his head and placed a tender kiss on Tang Ya's smooth forehead, full of affection.
The beauty remained silent, so they kissed again. Ma Xiaotao was the eldest, Tang Ya the youngest, and—
"While it's still early and you've recovered, let's start trying to absorb the Ink Jade Divine Bamboo," Lin Feng said, opening his arms and looking into her eyes.
"Okay." Tang Ya nodded, her eyes showing anticipation and a hint of nervousness.
The two arrived at a secluded and spacious stone courtyard next to their residence.
Lin Feng took out the 100,000-year-old black jade bamboo from his storage device.
The bamboo stalk is only the length of an arm, and its entire body is carved like the finest black jade. It is smooth and cool to the touch, and heavy in the hand. There are faint natural golden patterns flowing at the bamboo joints.
"Senior Sister Vina mentioned that the Jade Bamboo is different from ordinary herbs and cannot be absorbed directly. It is best to extract the bamboo sap and supplement it with other herbs, proceeding step by step." As Lin Feng spoke, he took out several thousand-year-old auxiliary herbs that he had prepared in advance.
He took a deep breath, and a pure and blazing crimson flame leaped from his palm. It was the True Fire of the Fire Dragon King.
The flames were extremely hot, yet he controlled them precisely, slowly enveloping the black jade bamboo.
Soon, a sizzling sound rang out. Under the continuous scorching of the real fire, the surface of the black jade bamboo, which was harder than refined gold, did not burn or carbonize. Instead, it gradually became crystal clear, as if the essence inside was being forced out.
One drop, two drops—a thick, honey-like liquid, deep amber in color, slowly seeped from the scorched part of the bamboo, gathering into a small pool that floated above the flames, emitting a unique bamboo fragrance that invigorated the spirit, accompanied by rich, pure energy fluctuations.
This is the bamboo sap that contains the original power of the black jade bamboo.
Lin Feng carefully manipulated the amber-colored bamboo sap he had extracted, introducing it into a jade bowl that had been prepared beforehand.
Then, he quickly added the prepared liquids of several ancient medicinal herbs to the bamboo sap in a specific order and proportion.
"It's ready." Lin Feng breathed a sigh of relief as he looked at the successfully mixed medicine in the bowl.
The black jade bamboo pole next to it, from which the bamboo sap had been extracted, was slightly dull in luster, but its main body was still intact. It contained a huge amount of spiritual energy and toughness, and it was enough to be used to refine top-level soul tools or weapons in the future.
"Xiaoya, here." Lin Feng handed the jade bowl to Tang Ya and said happily, "Drink it slowly, then immediately circulate your soul power to guide it. I will protect you from the side."
Tang Ya took the still slightly warm jade bowl, looked at the medicinal liquid inside that shimmered with a mysterious luster, and without hesitation, tilted her head back and drank it all down.
The medicine entered my throat without burning; instead, it transformed into a warm, thick, yet slightly cool torrent that flowed into my limbs and bones.