Fairy, please don't do this!

Gu Jinzhao coughed lightly: "Don't talk nonsense."

An Wanxi gave him a meaningful look, but did not press the matter further. Instead, she changed the subject: "Luo Yirao is the Grand Master of the Heavenly Mother Sect. Then who is that Heavenly Mother?"

When the matter was brought up, Gu Jinzhao pondered for a moment before saying, "I don't know either."

In the game, the Celestial Mother never takes off her mask.

Even he had never seen its true face.

However, Gu Jinzhao knew that the Heavenly Mother was no simple woman.

Because she was also at the First Grade Dao Integration Realm, and had created the "Heavenly Mother Sacred Heart Technique".

In the storyline following the dynasty, there are not only two factions to choose from: the Empress Dowager and Emperor Yongxing. You can also choose to join the Heavenly Mother Cult, overthrow the Cangyue Dynasty, and restore the Great Xia Dynasty.

Therefore, cooperation with the Tianmu Cult is necessary.

This storyline requires instigating conflict between Emperor Yongxing and the Empress Dowager's faction, causing them to fight to the death, and finally seizing power by taking advantage of the Prince of Zhenbei's uprising.

Logically speaking, even with the help of the Heavenly Mother Sect, it would be extremely difficult to restore the Great Xia Dynasty, given that Zen Master and Xiao Qingyi are two of the strongest first-rank beings in the world.

But it was a success, even though Gu Jinzhao, the player, didn't have to put in much effort.

Why?

This is naturally because the Heavenly Mother, this mysterious woman, is a sorcerer who cultivates the Way of Destiny.

He was not only proficient in the causal and destiny techniques of the Heavenly and Earthly Schools, but his methods of arranging layouts were also unparalleled.

Thus, under the Heavenly Mother's scheme, the King of Zhenbei rallied the hearts of the people of the five states and ultimately succeeded in seizing power.

Of course, the Prince of Zhenbei did not eventually ascend the throne because he was killed by the Heavenly Mother.

Simply put, the peaches have been picked again.

The one who finally ascended to the throne was naturally Gu Jinzhao, the orphan of the previous dynasty, but he was merely a puppet emperor.

As for Xiao Qingyi and Zen Master, these two supreme first-rank beings, they were gradually driven into a desperate situation by the Heavenly Mother's schemes. Then, with the help of the imperial fortune obtained by the Prince of Zhenbei in gathering the hearts of the people, the two were suppressed one after another.

Only sorcerers can control destiny.

This is why the path practiced by sorcerers is called the Path of Destiny.

If Xuan Ye hadn't already perished, Gu Jinzhao would have felt that the Heavenly Mother could rival him.

Of course, that's not the key point.

The key is the identity of the Heavenly Mother.

Gu Jinchao suspected that she might have inherited the legacy of the Fate Saint, or be a lineage of sorcerers from the time before the Heavenly Mandate Daoist lineage split in ancient times, otherwise how could she have such abilities?

With these thoughts in mind, Gu Jinzhao exhaled a long breath and began to cultivate.

Currently, his Divine Path realm is at the mid-stage of the fifth rank, and his Martial Path realm is at the early stage of the sixth rank.

Now that he has chosen to stand on Xiao Qingyi's side, he will not only have to face the Zen Master in the future, but also deal with the Heavenly Mother. Naturally, he needs to improve his cultivation as soon as possible.

Dusk arrived in the blink of an eye.

Although the monstrous mosquitoes have been killed, countless people have been affected by the devastating floods.

Si Ruoyu and the group of doctors naturally had no free time.

Gu Jinzhao prepared some dinner and sent it to the clinic for Aunt Ruo to eat.

The two got along normally, and their relationship remained warm and harmonious.

But only they knew in their hearts that after that night of wedding ceremony, their kinship had quietly changed.

After Gu Jinzhao saw that Si Ruoyu had finished eating, he tidied up the food box and asked softly, "Has Aunt Ruoyu changed Jingjie's dressing?"

Si Ruoyu nodded: "It's all changed. Chao'er, remember to go and exorcise the demon poison tonight."

"I'll go to the Marquis of Pingxi's residence first, and I'll be back before midnight."

Gu Jinzhao nodded and headed towards the city lord's mansion.

He met Xiao Yuan and recounted the story of the demonic mosquito and the Blood Lotus Daoist.

Xiao Yuan cupped his hands and bowed deeply to Gu Jinzhao, his expression solemn: "This time, the calamity of the demonic mosquitoes was truly thanks to Lord Gu's great help."

"If it weren't for Lord Gu's foresight in killing the demonic mosquitoes and stabilizing the situation, the Western Region would have been plunged into another bloodbath."

“On behalf of the thousands of people in the Western Region, I, Xiao, thank Lord Gu for this kindness and virtue.”

Gu Jinzhao quickly helped him up: "Your Excellency is too kind."

"Although I come from a sect, I am now a member of the imperial court."

"Since you wear official robes, you should speak up for the people."

"The people of the Western Border are also subjects of Cangyue. Protecting their safety is my duty. Why should I offer thanks?"

He paused here, then continued, "On the contrary, it is the Marquis who has guarded the western border for many years, and whose Xuanhu Army is responsible for protecting the people and defending the border. He is the one who has truly made great contributions."

"In that case, I, Xiao, will not offer any more formalities."

"If Lord Gu needs anything in the Western Region in the future, the entire Xuanhu Army will do its utmost to cooperate."

Xiao Yuan straightened up, and his gaze toward Gu Jinzhao held a hint of appreciation.

Although the young man in front of me is young, his methods are truly remarkable.

What's even more commendable is his sense of responsibility as an official and for the people, as well as his clear-headedness in not being arrogant or complacent. No wonder he was highly valued by the Empress Dowager.

Chapter 337, Jing Shu Falls in Love, Luo Yi Rao Catalyzes the Demon Poison (3k)

Upon hearing this, Gu Jinchao's eyes flickered slightly: "To be honest, there is indeed something I need your help with, Lord Marquis."

Xiao Yuan raised his hand: "Speak freely."

Gu Jinzhao slowly said, "I had previously ordered people to spread the news, falsely claiming that the Xuanming Demon Mosquito had not been killed, but only escaped with serious injuries."

"We still need Your Excellency to make a show of sending men to search all over the Canglan River."

Xiao Yuan frowned slightly, somewhat puzzled: "What do you mean by this?"

Gu Jinzhao immediately revealed his fishing secret: "I suspect that the Demonic Sect is acting under someone else's orders..."

If you're going to put on a show, you have to go all the way.

Otherwise, why would the King of Zhenbei and the Northern Desert Demon Court have believed them so easily?

Xiao Yuan suddenly realized: "I see. I will order someone to do it tomorrow."

Gu Jinzhao smiled and cupped his hands in greeting: "It's getting late, so I won't bother you any longer, Marquis."

It was already late at night when I left the Marquis's residence.

Gu Jinzhao went straight back to the government office and came to the door of a room against the wall, where he gently knocked.

Thump—thump—

"Sister Jing, it's me."

"Come in."

A soft and melodious female voice came from inside the room.

After receiving permission, Gu Jinzhao lifted the restrictions that enveloped the room and pushed open the door to enter.

The room was filled with the aroma of herbs, and steam rose from behind the screen.

As I slowly turned past the screen, I saw Jing Shu still immersed in the brown medicinal bath.

Compared to yesterday, her complexion was no longer so pale, and her lips had regained some color.

However, the wisp of dark blue aura between his brows still lingered, and the faint black demonic poison patterns continued to spread from his heart to his limbs, appearing particularly glaring against his fair skin.

"Is Sister Jing feeling any better?"

Gu Jinchao approached the bathtub.

Jing Shu slightly raised her eyes, her eyelashes glistening with fine water droplets: "I'm much better now. The demonic poison in my body has been suppressed and has stopped its corrosive effects."

"However... my limbs are still weak and powerless, and even raising my hands is quite difficult."

Gu Jinzhao grasped her wrist and examined the condition of the demonic poison before saying, "This poison is ultimately too strange and cold. Although it has been temporarily suppressed, it still resides in the meridians and bone marrow."

"It seems that I need to force out some more True Yang Fire before I can regain my mobility."

Jing Shu's gaze softened as she looked at the man before her: "Thank you for your trouble, Xiao Chao."

Before he finished speaking, wisps of dark energy enveloped his body, bringing waves of numbness and a bone-chilling cold.

It's clear that the demonic poison has taken effect.

Without further hesitation, Gu Jinzhao immediately grasped her wrist, activated his True Yang Fire, and began to exorcise the demonic poison.

……

As dawn broke, Gu Jinzhao slowly opened his eyes and looked at Jing Shu.

After a night of expelling the poison and healing her wounds, her complexion was still somewhat pale, but the bluish-black tinge between her brows had faded considerably.

Gu Jinchao asked, "Do you feel any bloating?"

"Ah."

Jing Shu's flawless face was so red it looked like it was about to bleed, and even the roots of her ears were tinged with a blush.

"Then let's begin the detox."

Upon hearing this, Gu Jinzhao immediately lifted her out of the bathtub and had her sit on the [Jingyu Pot] beside him.

Jing Shu felt her cheeks and ears burning.

Although it wasn't her first time detoxing, she still felt extremely ashamed to face Gu Jinzhao in this manner.

"Jing-jie, don't be nervous."

Just pretend I don't exist.

Gu Jinzhao closed his eyes, placed his left hand on her fragrant shoulder, and grasped her wrist with his right hand, continuing to urge the true yang fire to expel the poison.

Jing Shu pursed her lips, blushed, and said coquettishly, "You were clearly standing right behind me, how could you not exist?"

Gu Jinzhao pondered for a moment before slowly saying, "In the eyes of a doctor, a patient's body is nothing more than a container to bear pain."

"What I see at this moment is not the difference between men and women, but the meridians infested with demonic poison, the damaged internal organs, and the stagnant toxins that need to be drained."

“What I did was no different from a doctor using acupuncture to treat acupoints and using medicine to treat poison.”

"The only difference is that the poison you are afflicted with requires the true yang fire as a needle and the poison-purifying pot as a vessel."

These words completely stripped the awkward and embarrassing detoxification process of romantic and sexual ambiguity, re-framing it within the scope of a doctor treating illness.

Jing Shu was slightly taken aback, but then she understood his intention. A warm feeling swept through her heart, and her tense heartstrings gradually relaxed.

A soft, pattering sound came from inside the room...

Gu Jinzhao kept his eyes closed and made no move.

After about the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, the commotion finally subsided.

Gu Jinchao placed the jade pot aside and carried Jing Shu back into the bathtub.

"This time, more demonic poison has been expelled than last time. How are you feeling, Sister Jing?"

Jing Shu, soaking in the bathtub, suppressed her shame and replied, "I can move my arm now."

Gu Jinzhao smiled and said, "It seems that it won't be long before the demonic poison in Sister Jing's body is completely eliminated."

Looking at that slightly pale, handsome face, Jing Shu felt a surge of indescribable emotion.

There was a feeling of being moved, but also a strange feeling that I couldn't quite explain.

Noticing her gaze, Gu Jinzhao asked in confusion, "Is there something dirty on my face?"

Jing Shu shook her head and said softly, "No, I just feel that Xiao Chao is exceptionally gentle."

Gu Jinzhao paused, then asked, "Really?"

Jing Shu smiled and said, "You naturally can't feel it, but I can."

Gu Jinzhao sighed upon hearing this: "It's a pity that Your Majesty can't sense it."