Hua Wu Que glanced at the vial in his hand and chuckled, "Of course, of course. I've heard rumors that Zhao Xiong possesses a miraculous medicine called Black Jade Restorative Balm. I'm curious and would like to request a portion from you, Zhao Xiong, to study it."
His initial intention in coming here was to seek out Huo Du and see if the Mongolian Prince possessed the Black Jade Restorative Balm. He encountered the right person and deliberately used the "shifting flowers and jade" tactic to make the Xuanming Duo Lao injure each other, in exchange for the medicine.
Zhao Min's heart pounded at his words, but she kept her composure. "I see. It's nothing, Flower Gongzi. Just ask directly, there's no need for such roundaboutness." She hesitated, a troubled look on her face. "However, I didn't bring the medicine with me on this trip. I simply cannot provide it right now. Why don't you come back with me, Flower Gongzi? Zhao Min will surely present it to you with both hands!"
Hua Wu Que burst into laughter, praising the clever and cunning woman in his heart. "While it's true you're eager to introduce me to your family, I have urgent matters to attend to. Once they're taken care of, I'll naturally visit your esteemed residence and beg your father to grant me your hand in marriage." He turned to leave.
Zhao Min flew into a rage. A figure emerged from behind her, shouting, "Don't push your luck! Our master doesn't wish to harm you, yet you keep pushing him. If you don't hand over the antidote, don't blame us for being impolite!"
Hua Wu Que acted terrified. "Under the broad daylight, with the sky as our witness, you threaten me? Is there no justice left in the world?"
The man burst into laughter, arrogant. "My master is of noble status, he *is* the law! If you're wise, you'll kneel down and beg for mercy!"
Hua Wu Que trembled, drawing more ridicule from the opposite side. Zhao Min couldn't stand it anymore and shouted, "Get back! Stop making a fool of yourself. Can't you see he's intentionally playing with you?!"
She turned to Hua Wu Que and bowed. "Flower Gongzi, why bother with my servants? I truly don't have the Black Jade Restorative Balm on me. You want it now, and I really can't produce it. But I have some stored in my residence in Yanjing. If you're willing to wait, you can come find me in Yanjing in half a month."
Seeing there was no further amusement to be had, Hua Wu Que stopped his teasing and straightened up. "Very well. In half a month, we'll meet in Yanjing."
Zhao Min noticed not only had the Quanzhen Sect gained Guo Jing as a powerful ally, but also the renowned Wu Que Gongzi had appeared. It was clear that annihilating the Quanzhen Sect today was unrealistic. She wasted no time and turned to leave, disregarding the Xuanming Duo Lao.
Lu Zhang Ke and He Bi Weng looked pitifully at Hua Wu Que. Hua Wu Que still had plans for them and knew they couldn't die just yet, so he threw the porcelain vial towards them. They caught it, quickly took the contents, and followed after Zhao Min.
Guo Jing, seeing all his opponents retreat, clasped his hands from afar and said, "Flower Gongzi, your skills are exceptional for your age. Guo Jing admires you! I am worried about the safety of the Quanzhen Sect's Daoists and must leave immediately. If you have time, you can visit Xiangyang City. Guo will be delighted to welcome you!" He turned and quickly dashed toward the Chongyang Palace.
Hua Wu Que found the phrase "delighted to welcome you" a bit strange and shook his head to clear the discordant thoughts from his mind. He turned around and realized this Xiaolongnv was truly a popular character. She wore no embellishments, her face was bare, and she possessed a refined elegance, like a goddess stepped out of a painting, untouched by the mundane world.
Xiaolongnv noticed him looking at her but didn't show any anger. She said, "They've all left, why haven't you?" Her voice was ethereal and vibrant, devoid of emotion.
Hua Wu Que smiled slightly. "Shimei, we are both from the Ancient Tomb. Where do you wish for me to go?"
Xiaolongnv frowned at his words. "I've never heard Master mention having a male disciple. You're deceiving me!" She looked at Hua Wu Que with disgust, thinking he was truly a scoundrel!
Seeing the beautiful woman about to leave, Hua Wu Que quickly stepped in front of her. "You've misunderstood. I'm not from your sect. I'm Li Mochou's husband, your shijie. You and her are shijiemei, so I'm not calling you shimei."
Xiaolongnv's eyebrows relaxed slightly. "So that's it. But my shijie was expelled by Master and hasn't been in the Ancient Tomb for many years. You're in the wrong place looking for her."
Hua Wu Que sighed. "I know, but I couldn't bear not coming." Seeing Xiaolongnv looking at him with confusion, he felt a secret joy. His face grew solemn, and he began his performance. "Ah, she... she was deeply in love with me back then. I thought we would be together forever, but... but the good times didn't last. I never imagined she would fall for another, for that Lu Zhan Yuan! I waited for her with a broken heart. After being abandoned by Lu Zhan Yuan, she changed completely, taking her anger out on others. I had no choice but to follow her from afar. Recently, I heard she was going to return to the Ancient Tomb to steal the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra. I didn't want her to make any more mistakes, so I rushed ahead to inform you, so you can be prepared!"
Xiaolongnv nodded. "Alright, I understand. You can go back now." She was about to pass Hua Wu Que and walk back to the Ancient Tomb.