C8 Medicinal Bath

When Qin Wudi followed Xiao Tian back to the cabin, Xiao Tian immediately had the big guy prepare two large iron buckets. He then had him gather a pile of firewood and build two makeshift stoves with stones. The iron buckets were placed on the stoves and filled with water. Despite feeling a bit resentful about being ordered around, Qin Wudi didn't resist and quickly did as Xiao Tian instructed.

Once the two buckets were set over the stoves, Xiao Tian selected dozens of herbs from a large bag he had purchased and carefully divided them between the buckets, following a specific ratio. He then asked Qin Wudi to start heating the water.

"Xiao Tian, what exactly are you doing?" Qin Wudi couldn't hold back his curiosity any longer and asked.

"Just heat the water first, and I'll explain later," Xiao Tian replied with a mysterious smile.

"Alright, alright..." Seeing Xiao Tian's expression, Qin Wudi's curiosity was almost unbearable, like a cat smelling fish, but he still followed the instructions.

As he worked, the water in both buckets soon came to a boil. With the boiling water, a foul stench suddenly emanated from the buckets. The smell was so unpleasant that it made anyone who caught a whiff feel nauseous, almost to the point of losing their lunch.

"Ugh, what is that awful smell... Xiao Tian, what on earth are you doing... I can't take it anymore, we need to get these two out of here or we won't be able to sleep tonight." After catching a whiff of the stench, Qin Wudi's eyes narrowed, and he urgently spoke to Xiao Tian.

"I worked hard to create these, so there's no way I'm throwing them out. Now, tell me, do you want to become stronger?" Xiao Tian shook his head slightly, then fixed his gaze on Qin Wudi with a serious expression.

Seeing Xiao Tian like this, Qin Wudi felt a sudden jolt. Although he didn't understand why Xiao Tian was asking, he had a gut feeling that his answer might affect his future. This was the first time Xiao Tian had spoken to him so earnestly.

"Yes, I do, I definitely want to become stronger!"

After a brief pause, Qin Wudi declared loudly, his eyes filled with determination. Yet, his expression also showed a hint of bitterness. He had always wanted to become powerful, but no matter how hard he trained, he couldn't break through to the next level. It was disheartening to see his peers, who joined the sect with him, surpass him in strength. He remained at the beginner level, looked down upon by everyone, and even Xiao Tian had previously avoided him.

"Alright, if you're ready, buddy, let's get into the barrel together," Xiao Tian nodded and said to his friend.

"Wha... what... get into the... the barrel?!! Gulp..." Qin Wudi's eyes widened in shock as he looked at Xiao Tian, clearly startled. As he spoke, his gaze couldn't help but drift toward the boiling iron barrel, and he swallowed nervously, stuttering even more.

Is this some kind of crazy initiation?

Even though Qin Wudi knew he was tough, he couldn't imagine surviving if he got into that barrel. The outcome would definitely be disastrous!

"That's right, get in the barrel. If you want to become stronger, follow me in!" Xiao Tian declared. Without saying anything more to his friend, he moved closer to the iron barrel, steeled his gaze, and jumped right in.

"Sizzle..."

As Xiao Tian plunged in, a piercing sound echoed, making Qin Wudi's eyes widen and his heart race.

"Xiao Tian..." Qin Wudi called out worriedly. At that moment, his view of Xiao Tian began to change.

Has Xiao Tian lost his mind? Why else would he jump into a boiling concoction like that?

The water in the metal barrel was boiling, and there was still a fire crackling underneath it. Even though Qin Wudi had always had a deep bond with Xiao Tian and usually went along with whatever he wanted, this was a bit too much for him to handle. After all, he knew that Xiao Tian had lost his memory.

As Qin Wudi watched with concern, Xiao Tian stepped into the barrel and sat cross-legged inside. The scalding water made his brow twitch involuntarily, but he didn't let out a single cry or groan of pain. In fact, if you looked closely at his eyes, you could see a hint of joy.

"Not bad, not bad at all. The potency of the medicine in this world, enhanced by the abundance of divine energy, is just as I suspected—stronger and more beneficial for those new to body refinement," Xiao Tian thought, letting the boiling water wash over him. He could clearly feel his body changing under the influence of the medicinal bath.

"Hey, if you want to become stronger, get in the barrel now. If not, just pretend I never said anything," Xiao Tian suddenly directed his gaze at Qin Wudi, his voice leaving no room for argument. If he didn't owe Qin Wudi so much, and if he didn't find the guy somewhat likable, he wouldn't have offered such an opportunity so easily. After saying this, Xiao Tian closed his eyes and focused on feeling the medicine's effects on his body.

"Uh... I..."

Hearing Xiao Tian's words, Qin Wudi's eyes widened again. He swallowed hard, carefully examining the bubbling liquid. His gaze flickered slightly before he gritted his teeth and climbed into the other boiling metal barrel.

"Ah..."

As soon as Qin Wudi entered the barrel, a piercing scream escaped his lips.

It hurt so much!

It hurt like nothing else!

His skin was instantly scalded off!

With the agonizing screams, the hefty man instinctively tried to climb out of the barrel. However, as he was about to make his escape, he couldn't help but glance at Xiao Tian. Seeing Xiao Tian's calm expression, as if he were merely soaking in a relaxing hot spring rather than boiling water, made him halt his attempt to get out.

"Ahhh... it's burning me alive, burning me alive..."

Even though the hefty man didn't climb out of the barrel, his harrowing cries didn't cease. They continued to pour relentlessly from his mouth.