The old man Wang put down his teacup and said seriously, "The He Family has always been arrogant in their conduct. In the county town where they are located, they are practically the overlords there, and no one dares to provoke them."

"Arrogance is one thing, being unreasonable is another. The patriarch of the He Family is named He Yongguang, and the He Family is an ancient martial clan with a legacy of over a thousand years."

Liu Zixuan smiled upon hearing this, "Then why are they going to such great lengths to bring trouble to the villagers of Queqi Village?"

"Because of me."

The old man Wang gave a bitter smile, "To be honest, I do know He Yongguang, but we don't have a deep relationship. His ancestors were close with mine. That's the only reason they didn't come here openly but instead sent those villagers from Queqi Village to cause trouble."

"So that's what's going on." Liu Zixuan nodded.

Old man Wang shook his head, "The reason He Yongguang didn't come directly isn't because he's afraid of me. Quite the opposite, their family's connections are stronger than ours, and there are people more powerful than young Kun. So I can only stall, but I can't truly help the village. Ultimately, it'll be up to you!"

"An ancient martial clan with a millennium of inheritance must have deep roots."

"That's right. Don't be fooled thinking that the He Family, staying in that county town, would be weaker. Their overall strength is many times greater than those families in Yuqing City."

Listening to old man Wang's words, Liu Zixuan grinned, "It seems there'll be a few more troublesome days ahead."

"Actually, you could go and talk with them."

Old man Wang gave a meaningful smile and said, "Their businesses have grown large now. Do you think the real reason they came this time is just because they fancy the land of Lingxiu Village?"

"Are there other motives?" Liu Zixuan was suddenly puzzled.

If it's as old man Wang said, the He Family is so powerful, they wouldn't fixate on just one village.

Could there be another reason?

Old man Wang shook his head and said, "This is just my guess. From what I know of He Yongguang, he wouldn't expend so much effort just over a piece of land. So you can probe them to find out what they really want to do."

"If the true goal isn't the village, then there's no need for conflict, which would be beneficial for both the village and them!"

Liu Zixuan remained silent for a moment, then smiled, "Regardless of the reason, I won't let them destroy the peaceful life of the villagers here."

"Exactly. This is a pure land, and such people shouldn't come here, yet they have anyway," old man Wang said, also perplexed. Why would a powerful ancient martial clan target the rundown Lingxiu Village?

Even if there was development, the profit wouldn't be substantial.

Why go to so much trouble?

Old man Wang turned to Liu Zixuan and said, "When dealing with the He Family, keep vigilant. They're used to being unreasonable. They might smile at you on the surface while plotting against you behind your back."

"I understand. Thank you for the reminder, Mr. Wang." Liu Zixuan nodded to old man Wang.

"I can help very little. Even for young Kun, once he lends a hand, those above in the He Family will also step in, which will involve the authorities, leading to major problems."

Seeing the apologetic look on old man Wang's face, Liu Zixuan chuckled, "You've already helped a lot. If it weren't for you, by the day I returned, Lingxiu Village might not exist anymore. As for young Kun, it's better if he doesn't get involved. I currently don't want to deal with people from the authorities."

After chatting a bit more with old man Wang, Liu Zixuan left.

The saying "soldiers come to block, water comes to soil" means Liu Zixuan isn't afraid of anything. Whether it's a commercial family or an ancient martial clan, they're all just people with two shoulders and a head, nothing more.

At this moment, Liu Zixuan hoped Bai Jingjing's persuasion would be effective, saving a lot of trouble.

After all, now is the best time for Lingxiu Village's development. Delaying any further would hinder making a fortune.

When he returned to the clinic, it was already dark, and as soon as he stepped in, he smelled the aroma of food.

Liu Zixuan went up to the second floor, seeing everyone already waiting at the table, and sat down beside it.

"What did Mr. Wang want to talk to you about?"

"Nothing much, just catching up since we haven't met for a long time," Liu Zixuan shrugged, looking at the delicious food and smiled, "It's been a long time since I've tasted Sister Lian's cooking. I really miss this flavor."

"Then eat more."

Sister Lian smiled gently, "You guys haven't stopped at all since you returned to the village."

"Don't worry, Sister Lian, I'll convince my aunt's family not to come to Lingxiu Village again, allowing you to continue your peaceful life."

Sister Lian just smiled upon hearing this and didn't say more. Liu Zixuan knew previously that Sister Lian isn't originally from Lingxiu Village. She's well-read and knowledgeable.

From her perspective, this matter isn't so simple. It's doubtful that Bai Jingjing, just a young girl, can change the whole situation.

The family enjoyed a harmonious dinner together and then went to the first floor to watch TV and chat.

Ever since Liu Ruyan and Liu Zixuan returned, the little loli Doudou had been clinging to both of them, chatting endlessly about this and that.

Around nine o'clock in the evening, Sister Lian took the reluctant Doudou to bed.

This left only Liu Zixuan, Liu Ruyan, and Bai Jingjing in the living room.

Bai Jingjing then asked, "Zixuan, I've found the thirty-two herbs you told me about before, except for the hardest one, Earth Core Flame. My family says that kind of thing is extremely rare, and there's nowhere in the world that sells it. Can it be replaced with something else?"

Liu Zixuan had previously told Bai Jingjing that to cure her Profound Yin Constitution, there were only two ways: thirty-two herbs combined with the Earth Core Flame, both indispensable; the other being to engage with a male with a Profound Yang Constitution.

Bai Jingjing chose the first method, but with the deadline for her illness approaching, there's still no trace of the Earth Core Flame.

Liu Zixuan shook his head with a smile, "There's no substitute for it. This special prescription requires very specific medicinal guides, and the Earth Core Flame is one. Without it, even with all thirty-two herbs, it would have virtually zero effect on you!"

"What should I do then? It's the start of the month, and I only have half a month left." Bai Jingjing said with a worried face, very distressed.

Is she destined to only live until this year?

Is a budding flower just about to wither?

Liu Ruyan looked at Bai Jingjing's expression and consoled, "If things don't work out, there's still that method. After all, it's for treatment."

Bai Jingjing looked up at Liu Zixuan, her eyes filled with complex emotions.

If in the end, that medicinal ingredient really can't be found, would she have to... have such relations with Liu Zixuan, her best friend's boyfriend?

This is too crazy!

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