In an instant, Ma Ju and Song Zhen were frozen in place.

Song Zhen wasn't much of a concern. Gu Nianxue had actually seen Ma Ju before, yet when she turned around, she claimed not to recognize her, which made them very angry.

Although Gu Nianxue had been in a coma, she vaguely heard some noises and knew about their actions.

How could she show any kindness to someone who nearly caused her death?

Ma Ju's face was tense, with a hint of warm anger as she said, "Nianxue, how could you forget me after not seeing you for a few years? By right, I am your aunt."

Although Ma Ju was angry inside, she held it back for the sake of her grandson.

Gu Nianxue replied coldly, "My cold poison affects my memory. I can't remember those who are unkind and heartless."

These words were almost an outright insult to the faces of Ma Ju and Song Zhen.

Gu Qiu looked smug, knowing that Gu Nianxue was not someone who could be easily bullied.

Even the elders silently chuckled, and someone stood up and said, "The Cyan Mountain Sword Sect does not welcome outsiders. Now that Gu Nianxue is awake, we ask the two of you to leave."

The crowd intended to drive Ma Ju and Song Zhen away.

Hearing the order to leave, Song Zhen, who hadn't achieved his goal, became anxious and quickly said, "We are not here without purpose; we are here to save my cousin!"

Gu Qiu sneered.

Save?

Why not mention the fact that they almost killed Gu Nianxue just a moment ago?

Ma Ju once again put on a benevolent face and said to Gu Qiu, "Gu Qiu, although Nianxue's cold poison has been suppressed, you know it will inevitably relapse. Do you want her to live in constant fear, unable to see another day?"

Gu Qiu's expression turned grim, fully understanding Ma Ju's words.

For over ten years, Gu Nianxue's cold poison had relapsed more than ten times, each time becoming more severe. This time it was suppressed with the Nine Fire Lotus, but what about next time?

"This is between Nianxue and me, and it's none of your business!" Although worried, Gu Qiu knew that Ma Ju and this old woman did not have good intentions.

Song Zhen stepped forward and said, "Senior, I have a way to ensure my cousin's cold poison never relapses again!"

Hearing that there was a way to prevent Gu Nianxue's cold poison from recurring, Gu Qiu's eyes lit up, but he still remained cautious and said, "Don't try to deceive me. If there was a method, I would have solved it years ago."

Gu Qiu was also a genius during his time in the Imperial Capital, but he delayed his cultivation to treat Gu Nianxue's illness, otherwise, how could he remain at the third stage of the Yang Wheel Realm for so many years?

He had tried all the methods he could, but all were to no avail.

Song Zhen gasped for air as he looked at Gu Nianxue, then urgently said, "Although my Song Family is not among the top ten families in the Imperial Capital, we have a Red Flame Water Bed that can expel cold, nourish the blood, and its wonders are endless!"

"Really? I am willing to give everything in exchange for this Red Flame Water Bed!" Gu Qiu's eyes sparkled with desire.

No matter the truth, as long as it could save his daughter, he was willing to pay any price!

However, Song Zhen shook his head, "The Red Flame Water Bed cannot be easily sold, and I do not have the authority to do so."

Disappointment immediately appeared on Gu Qiu's face, yet he was still unwilling to give up.

Song Zhen, seeing his success, continued, "However, if my cousin is willing to come to the Song Family for cultivation, it isn't impossible for her to use the Red Flame Water Bed once a month."

Upon hearing this, Gu Qiu frowned slightly, sensing Song Zhen's true intentions.

Indeed, Song Zhen smiled and said, "But not just anyone can practice in Song Family. My cousin could become my concubine and enter the Song Family, and then she would naturally have access to the Red Flame Water Bed, otherwise... I fear she won't live past three years."

He stared at Gu Nianxue with an incredibly bold gaze, full of desire.

Gu Nianxue showed undisguised disgust and said, "I would rather die than marry you!"

Seeing Gu Nianxue's refusal, Ma Ju became anxious and said, "My grandson Song Zhen is a handsome young man, reaching the Yang Wheel Realm before the age of thirty. Marrying you would be elevating you. How can you be so ungrateful?"

"If you don't want to die, then obediently agree; otherwise, you won't live to see next year!"

Gu Qiu didn't frown tightly, finally turning to Gu Nianxue and reprimanding, "Nianxue, we must think this through carefully, don't speak recklessly!"

Though he knew Ma Ju and Song Zhen had ill intentions, and the authenticity of the Red Flame Water Bed was uncertain, everything was worth a try for a father who valued his daughter's life above all else.

In Gu Qiu's eyes, nothing mattered as much as Gu Nianxue being alive, and it had become his obsession.

Even knowing the risk was high, he was still determined to give it a shot.

"Ma Ju, having Nianxue marry Song Zhen right away is out of the question. We must first test the effects of the Red Flame Water Bed," Gu Qiu insisted.

Although Gu Qiu wished to save Gu Nianxue, his wariness prevented him from agreeing outright; he needed to test it first!

Seeing that Gu Qiu was taking the bait, Ma Ju quickly smiled and said, "Of course, just accompany me to the Imperial Capital's Song Family, and you can have all the clarity you need."

Once at the Imperial Capital Song Family, the decision of marrying or not marrying would no longer be up to Gu Qiu and Gu Nianxue.

Song Zhen's eyes practically started to glow green; as long as he held Gu Nianxue's life in his hands, there was no fear that Gu Qiu wouldn't agree.

"Father!" Gu Nianxue, seeing Gu Qiu waver, refused hurriedly, "No more discussion on this, I would rather die than go to the Song Family!"

Gu Qiu rebuked at her words, "What do you understand? There lies your hope to live."

Yet, despite saying so, he had plans of his own.

If Ma Ju and Song Zhen were deceiving him, he would rather die himself than let Gu Nianxue suffer humiliation!

Knowing that Gu Nianxue would not easily agree, Ma Ju said, "Gu Qiu, if the child won't listen to reason and you can't bear to discipline her, then leave it to me."

"Since she doesn't want to, I'll just have to help her personally!"

As soon as the words were out, Ma Ju stretched her withered, branch-like hand toward Gu Nianxue.

Faced with the pressure of a Yang Wheel Realm Martial Artist, how could Gu Nianxue possibly resist?

Just as she was about to be grabbed, Chu Nan, who had regained his strength, finally stood up, witnessing the scene and laughing loudly, saying, "What a joke, what a joke. When there was no way to save her before, now that she's awake, suddenly you have a solution. Do you really take us for fools!"

With that, Chu Nan flashed in front of Gu Nianxue and Ma Ju, staring directly at them, refusing to back down.

Seeing the tall figure in front of her, Gu Nianxue's heart began to pound violently.

With a somber look on her face, Ma Ju said, "Brat, what business do you have here? Get out of the way!"

Chu Nan, being a true disciple of the Cyan Mountain Sword Sect, meant Ma Ju was worried that the elders might retaliate if she acted against him, so she forcibly held back.

Seeing his plan thwarted, Song Zhen immediately shouted angrily, "Brat, my Song Family has a treasure capable of curing her cold poison, and if you get in the way, are you trying to kill my cousin?"

Gu Qiu also looked gloomy, sighing, "Chu Nan, I owe you for helping my daughter and me, but when it comes to Nianxue's life, I hope you won't be impulsive."

Chu Nan had done him a favor, and Gu Qiu didn't want to hurt him, but when it came to Gu Nianxue's life, he wasn't going to back down.

"Get out of the way, or don't blame me for being merciless!" Song Zhen, embarrassed and furious, threatened.

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