Mushroom Man

It was late at night.

After finishing his 'deduction of the mushroom prescription', Wu Liang went to the princess's bedroom and took the medicinal meal from the maid.

The maids were already used to it.

When they saw that Young Master Wu was going to feed the princess himself, they all blushed and silently withdrew.

Wu Liang sat on Miao Yin's bed, blowing on the medicinal food with a serious expression. After it was no longer scalding hot, he carefully fed it to Ao Miao Yin.

Ao Miaoyin was unconscious and could only swallow unconsciously.

Therefore, every time I take medicine or eat, my face gets all dirty.

Wu Liang didn't mind at all; on the contrary, he was very patient and would wipe the dirt off his face from time to time.

Anyone who sees this scene would be moved.

If someone didn't know the situation, they would probably think these two were inseparable, devoted lovers.

However, the truth is that she was willing, but he was indifferent.

Wu Liang did this simply because a conscience that shouldn't exist in his heart was causing him a dull ache.

In fact, even Wu Liang himself didn't know why he was doing these boring and meaningless things.

At first, he came to take care of Ao Miaoyin every night and fed her medicinal food, but it was only to lull the Silver Dragon King, who was secretly watching, into a false sense of security.

However, as Wu Liang watched Ao Miaoyin grow thinner and her hair turn whiter each day due to the torment of illness, he realized that she was suffering from a serious illness.

He couldn't help but be moved.

Ultimately, Ao Miaoyin's current state is entirely due to him.

If it weren't for him, Ao Miaoyin, though suffering from a chronic illness, wouldn't be in such a miserable state.

At the very least, with the suppression of the Dragon Blood Mushroom, Ao Miaoyin should still be able to ride the fish and enjoy the beauty of the world every day.

A kind, gentle, and perfectly good girl has now been completely ruined by him.

This caused Wu Liang to have a slight self-doubt.

What's wrong with me?

Why do I feel guilty?

Wu Liang silently stared at Ao Miaoyin, her face pale and sickly, as one thought after another surged through his mind.

Logically speaking, such emotions shouldn't have appeared on him.

Conscience only existed in the original Wu Liang.

He is a combination of Wu Liang and Blood River Ancestor.

He has no conscience, no sense of good or evil, only an obsession with becoming stronger by any means necessary in order to go home.

But lately, he has inexplicably developed weak emotions such as sympathy and guilt.

Could it be that Wu Liang's emotions, in turn, suppressed the Blood River Ancestor's memories?
It shouldn't be...

How could the Blood River Ancestor's memories be suppressed by the original Wu Liang, given how profound they are?
Wu Liang frowned, deep in thought, but could not figure it out.

However, he was well aware that his current state was definitely not a good thing.

If one wants to seize the Dragon Palace and transform into a dragon, no womanly compassion should exist; otherwise, a single oversight will lead to disaster.

Wu Liang took a deep breath, silently activated the Cold-Blooded Mushroom, and his eyes regained their indifference.

However, what he didn't know at that moment was...

In fact, Ao Miaoyin remembered all the meticulous care he had given her during this time.

That's right!

Although Ao Miaoyin appeared to be unconscious, she was actually still somewhat aware of the outside world.

However, due to her incurable illness, she was unable to truly wake up and was forced into a state similar to that of a vegetable.

No one knows how much of a blow Ao Miaoyin has suffered during this period, or how much pain she has been in.

First, Huang'er died tragically before her eyes, and then, while she was unconscious, she heard her father say that she was not a dragon person, but was transformed from a human.

What this means is self-evident.

Clearly, she is not the Silver Dragon King's biological daughter.

This was undoubtedly a devastating blow to Ao Miaoyin.

If it weren't for Wu Liang's meticulous care during this time, feeding her every day without the slightest hint of disgust, she probably wouldn't have been able to hold on any longer and would have wanted to keep sleeping like this forever. Now, Wu Liang activated the Cold-Blooded Mushroom, and his demeanor suddenly became indifferent and cold.

This subtle change was instantly and vaguely perceived by the perceptive Ao Miaoyin.

Ao Miaoyin was unaware of Wu Liang's thoughts.

Therefore, she mistakenly thought that Young Master Wu was tired of her slovenly appearance and did not want to waste any more time on a useless person like her who could not wake up.

When Ao Miaoyin thought of this, although her heart ached so much that she could hardly breathe, she was genuinely happy for Young Master Wu.

In her opinion, she was already a useless person and should not continue to waste Mr. Wu's time.

Young Master Wu is a good person. If he can get rid of her in time, he will be much more at ease and won't have to worry about her every day, adding unnecessary troubles...

However, the tears that slid down Ao Miaoyin's cheeks betrayed her deeply.

"Ok?"

Wu Liang keenly noticed the tear, his brows furrowed slightly, and his cold and indifferent demeanor vanished instantly.

He reached out and wiped away the tears from Ao Miaoyin's eyes, then spoke softly and gently.

"Miss Miaoyin, why are you crying?"

"It's okay, I'm here for you."

"Don't worry, I will be able to perfect the mushroom recipe in three to five days at the latest."

"At that time, I will definitely cure you..."

Upon hearing this, Ao Miaoyin's slender, fair fingers trembled almost imperceptibly.

She seemed to breathe a sigh of relief, a thought flashing through her mind.

So it turns out that Young Master Wu wasn't annoyed with me after all...

Wu Liang was unaware of the changes in Ao Miaoyin's mind, but he vaguely sensed something was amiss.

He narrowed his eyes slightly, a hint of confusion flashing in them.

"Is it an illusion?"

Or is it that this woman can hear me?

Wu Liang put down the medicinal meal and slowly stood up, looking puzzled as if he wanted to test the waters.

But just then, a faint sound of footsteps came from outside.

Wu Liang paused slightly, then said, "Miss Miaoyin, I'm going back to continue deriving the mushroom formula."

"Please, Miss Miaoyin, hold on for a few more days. Don't give up. You must wait for me..."

After speaking, Wu Liang left without turning his head.

Unable to respond, Ao Miaoyin could only silently agree in her heart.

"Hmm... Young Master Wu, I'll be waiting for you."

And at the same time...

After Wu Liang left the palace, he saw Ah Lan 'coincidentally' passing by.

"Your name is... Ah Lan, right?"

"Why haven't I seen your sister Ah Hong these past few days?"

Wu Liang nodded politely to him, then asked curiously.

Upon hearing this, 'Alan' immediately lowered her head and replied respectfully, "Reporting to Young Master Wu, my sister has recently fallen ill and has gone home to ask for leave from Lord Silver Dragon King these past few days."

Wu Liang nodded slightly, looking as if he understood.

"No wonder, he was sick..."

"When Senior Silver Dragon King has time, I will put in a good word for you and ask for a medicinal mushroom to cure your sister."

Upon hearing this, 'Ah Lan' didn't even hesitate before trying to politely decline.

However, before she could speak, Wu Liang had already turned and left.

After Wu Liang returned to his room, his expression suddenly darkened.

"Such malice!" (End of Chapter)