C7 Her Fragrant Detoxification!

Bai Jutian had mastered the art of manipulating energy to such an extent that he could communicate through it, a skill only he possessed, leaving others oblivious. This technique required unparalleled control over one's energy.

"Ugh..."

Bai Tianyu coughed up blood, spitting out broken teeth as he lay on the ground, too intimidated to show anger. He knew his cousin was meticulous and vengeful.

Bai Jutian cast a cold glance at the prostrate Bai Tianyu, memories flickering with a hint of darkness...

Ten years ago, the Qiao family in Great Flame City was at its peak, overshadowing even the now-dominant Bai family. Under the leadership of Qiao Gao's father, Qiao Batian, the Qiao family had even left Great Flame City to establish themselves in the bustling capital.

Back then, the Bai family barely survived under the Qiao family's influence, nearly facing extinction. Bai Jutian's father had been humiliated by Qiao Batian multiple times, leaving him disheartened.

Just as the Bai family was preparing to relocate to a remote town, Qiao Batian mysteriously disappeared, and for ten years, he remained missing. Without the formidable genius of Qiao Batian, the Qiao family gradually declined...

Rumors swirled about Qiao Batian—some said he had perished on the battlefield, while others believed he had offended a Peerless Expert in the capital and fled for his life. Opinions varied widely.

Bai Jutian grew up under the shadow of the Qiao family, enduring many hardships, which fueled his intense hatred for them. Otherwise, he wouldn't have taken advantage of the external academy assessment to have Bai Tianyu cause trouble for Qiao Gao.

What Bai Jutian didn't expect was that Qiao Gao, who seemed mediocre and timid, not only survived but also showed remarkable skill in the art of Medicine Pills.

As Bai Jutian watched Qiao Gao disappear into the distance, his expression shifted between light and dark, a flash of murderous intent crossing his face.

...

The Devil Dragon Mining Area had been excavated for countless years, its tunnels crisscrossing like a labyrinth. After walking several dozen feet, they found a dry cave that appeared to be a miner's rest area, complete with wooden beds and chairs, though they were long decayed.

"Hey, you should take off your clothes," Qiao Gao said as soon as they found the dry cave.

"What did you say?" Hwang Ningxue asked, her face puzzled.

"I said, you should take off your clothes," Qiao Gao repeated earnestly.

"You scoundrel! How dare you try to take advantage of me!" Hwang Ningxue's body trembled with anger, her energy surging, and the oppressive aura of the Vein Connecting Stage filled the cave, charged with a deadly intent.

Qiao Gao, ignoring Hwang Ningxue's piercing glare, calmly said, "If you don't take off your clothes, how can I help you set up the array to detoxify? And if you don't suppress your energy soon, the poison will seep into your bones!"

"If we don't act fast, your skin will start to darken and decay. Once it reaches that point, even I won't be able to help," Qiao Gao added with a shrug.

Hearing this, Hwang Ningxue's expression changed dramatically. As a young woman, her appearance was more important to her than anything, and she'd rather face death than watch her face deteriorate.

After a moment of hesitation, she decided to trust Qiao Gao. With a rustle, she removed her jacket, revealing her fair skin.

Despite the poison, her skin was flawless, and her figure was striking. Qiao Gao couldn't help but be impressed by her beauty and grace, which were rare even among the elite.

Blushing, Hwang Ningxue had never undressed in front of a man before. She was about to scold Qiao Gao for staring when she was surprised to see him also removing his shirt, baring his chest.

"What are you doing taking off your clothes?"

If taking off clothes was meant to detoxify her, then what was Qiao Gao's reason for doing the same?

Hwang Ningxue was furious, feeling utterly insulted. Her instincts screamed that Qiao Gao was nothing more than a brazen liar. How could a martial artist who hadn't even developed a few veins possibly cure the Corpse King Poison?

Overwhelmed with anger, she wanted to lash out and incapacitate Qiao Gao. However, the effect of the Spirit Pill had worn off, and the poison was taking hold. Her skin darkened, and she lay weakly on the ground.

Tears welled up in her eyes, filled with regret and frustration for having believed Qiao Gao's nonsense. Yet, considering her terminal condition, she knew she was doomed either way. The thought of being humiliated by this fool before her end was unbearable, and she gradually lost consciousness.

Qiao Gao, oblivious to Hwang Ningxue's chaotic thoughts, applied the Royal Body Ointment all over himself after removing his clothes, performing a series of ancient and intricate movements.

"No wonder this Royal Body Ointment costs thousands; it's way more effective than those cheap hundred-dollar body refining creams."

The energy from the ointment seeped through his body, filling him with warmth as if he were soaking in a hot spring, triggering profound changes within him.

Qiao Gao felt transformed, his bones cracking with energy, his blood pumping fiercely. He could shatter stone with his bare hands, possessing the strength of a tiger! The ancient movements he practiced were part of a body-refining technique called the Divine Demon Body Art. This technique could temper the body to become invincible, like a god or demon, capable of battling fierce beasts barehanded.

The Divine Demon Body Art was a divine skill, far surpassing the common martial arts found across the ten lands, which ranged from basic to human, heaven, and holy ranks. Beyond the holy rank lay the divine techniques. The Divine Demon Body Art was merely an entry-level divine skill from the heavens, too lowly for the Myriad Tribulation Senior, who had never practiced it, as it was a contribution from a former follower.

With the art's transformation, Qiao Gao felt his blood surging like a bull's, his skin tough as leather, impervious to blades and spears. He felt capable of defeating a martial artist who had opened three meridians with a single punch. The strength of a tiger required at least five meridians to be opened.

"Not enough," Qiao Gao murmured, taking out half of a Blood Soul Flower and swallowing it whole. The flower had a faintly metallic taste, dissolving instantly, unlike the body-tempering effects of the Emperor's Body Paste. Instead, the Blood Soul Flower cleansed and elevated the soul.

Qiao Gao's eyes were clear, shining brightly, showing a noticeable boost in his spirit power. Only by mastering the art of divine body refinement could he significantly enhance his vitality and spirit to help Hwang Ningxue set up the formation to detoxify.

Qiao Gao's gaze was sharp as lightning. His hands moved swiftly, casting hundreds of energy crystals, setting up a formation in the mine with incredible speed. It was dazzling to watch, and if Hwang Ningxue hadn't fainted, she would have been utterly amazed.

A gentle hum resonated as the detoxification formation, the Minor Purification Array, was completed, bathing Hwang Ningxue in a radiant glow, as if she were basking in sunlight.

"This Minor Purification Array can easily dispel the deathly aura and the so-called Corpse King Poison," Qiao Gao said confidently. "My strength is still lacking; otherwise, she wouldn't need to remove her clothes."

Qiao Gao's power was indeed insufficient. The Minor Purification Array wasn't potent enough to fully expel the corpse poison without her disrobing, not because he had any improper intentions.

The Minor Purification Array, a formation from the heavens, had a detoxification effect far superior to any Spirit Pill. Soon, Hwang Ningxue's darkened skin began to regain its healthy glow, turning rosy and vibrant. The expelled corpse poison dissipated into a trail of black smoke.

Chu, ever resourceful, turned waste into treasure by using the corpse poison to make gas bombs for self-defense. These could easily incapacitate experts at the Vein Connecting Stage, and even those at the Soul Connecting Stage would find themselves severely affected, if not fatally.

Just when he thought everything was settled, Qiao Gao was putting away the small purification array when he suddenly noticed another underlying issue with Hwang Ningxue. She was shivering all over, and the temperature in the mine quickly dropped, making it feel like they were in an ice cellar...