A few days later, Jiang Nannan received an anonymous letter bearing the devastating news of her mother's passing. Her face paled instantly, and she immediately requested leave to return to her hometown.
Bai Zhou, sensing Jiang Nannan's departure through their spiritual connection, promptly asked Mu Jin for leave to follow her.
The next day, Jiang Nannan arrived home to find the Black-Robed Physician from the town.
"Physician Liu, how is my mother...?" Jiang Nannan grasped the physician's arm, her voice pleading.
"Her condition is grave..." The Black-Robed Physician shook his head, his meaning clear: *Accept your fate; there's no hope.*
"What... what? Please, Physician Liu, you're the best doctor in town! There must be something you can do, right...?" Jiang Nannan's face twisted in despair, on the verge of collapsing to her knees.
Jiang Nannan never considered seeking help from Shrek Academy. She had unwavering faith in the Black-Robed Physician, a healing-type Soul Master who had been in town since her childhood. His reputation was impeccable; if he said there was no cure, she believed it without question.
"Very well, there is one possibility. Only the Black Tortoise Divine Pill, the supreme treasure of the Profound Nether Sect, can save your mother. But this pill is priceless, effective even for Soul Sage-level experts. It's impossible for a commoner to obtain."
The Black-Robed Physician offered Jiang Nannan a sliver of hope.
"The Black Tortoise Divine Pill... a priceless treasure..."
Jiang Nannan sank into despair. She knew the Profound Nether Sect well—it was the largest sect in Profound Nether City. Though not on par with Shrek Academy, it was still a top-tier sect. Obtaining a divine pill from such a colossal organization would be an insurmountable challenge.
Seeing her despair had reached its peak, the Black-Robed Physician abruptly changed his tone. "However, I happen to have an opportunity here. If you're willing..."
"I'm willing! I'll do anything to save my mother!" Jiang Nannan pleaded desperately, clinging to this lifeline like a drowning woman to a piece of driftwood.
"Very well. Here's the situation..."
The Black-Robed Physician laid out the terms, then added, "The Profound Nether Sect's Young Sect Master is coming of age. This event concerns the sect's future, which is why they're offering the Black Tortoise Divine Pill as a reward, along with substantial compensation. If you agree, I'll deliver the pill to you after the task is completed to treat your mother."
"Consummate the marriage... with the Profound Nether Sect's Young Sect Master..."
Jiang Nannan's mind reeled at the revelation.
She naturally knew who the Young Sect Master of the Profound Nether Sect was—Xu Sanshi, her most detested suitor.
The mere thought of being with Xu Sanshi...
Jiang Nannan felt like she was about to collapse.
"Think it over carefully. I won't force you. The coming-of-age ceremony is in seven days, but you need to decide quickly. After all, others would kill for this opportunity..."
The Black-Robed Physician flashed a sinister smile.
"I... I understand..."
Jiang Nannan was completely distraught, as if she had lost her soul, her mind locked in a fierce internal struggle.
The Black-Robed Physician departed.
Jiang Nannan first went to check on Mu Yun'er.
That evening, she cooked dinner for Mu Yun'er, chatted with her, and reassured her that a cure had been found.
After Mu Yun'er fell asleep, Jiang Nannan finally went to the rooftop.
"Mother, I'm sorry... Forgive my selfishness... I truly can't bear to lose you..." Jiang Nannan gazed at the starry sky, ultimately choosing to save her mother.
But she could never let her mother know the truth; otherwise, she would never be able to face her again.
Just then, Jiang Nannan noticed something. Looking down, she saw a black-robed figure suddenly appear at her doorstep.
"Who are you?!" Jiang Nannan's expression shifted slightly as she instantly summoned her Martial Soul and assumed a combat stance.
*She's so beautiful,* Bai Zhou thought to himself, gazing at Jiang Nannan's glowing rabbit ears. He really wanted to reach out and tug one.
But now wasn't the time.
"I can save your mother. You have only one chance."
Bai Zhou wasted no time getting straight to the point, though he disguised his voice, making it hoarse.
After all, if he revealed himself directly, Jiang Nannan would never believe him. But by adding a touch of mystique, he could greatly enhance his credibility and make things much easier.
"Why should I trust you?" Jiang Nannan frowned, sensing a hidden motive.
"Believe it or not, it's your choice. But you only have this one chance."
Bai Zhou's tone remained indifferent as he summoned his Martial Soul—the Wishing Tree—without revealing any Soul Rings.
"This is my Martial Soul—the Wishing Tree. Once every ten years, it grants a wish that comes true. It can save your mother."
Bai Zhou slightly exaggerated the Wishing Tree's capabilities.
In truth, he had already obtained a healing elixir for Jiang Nannan's mother through the Wishing System, though it wasn't the Black Tortoise Divine Pill.
After all, specialization matters. The Black Tortoise Divine Pill would only have a general effect, while Bai Zhou's Wishing System could provide a targeted remedy.
While his medicinal pill might not be as valuable as the Black Tortoise Divine Pill, its effect on Jiang Nannan's mother far surpassed what the Black Tortoise Divine Pill could achieve.
"What do I need to give in return?" Jiang Nannan remained wary, knowing there was no such thing as a free lunch.
To obtain the Black Tortoise Divine Pill, she would have to...
And now, a stranger had suddenly appeared, claiming he could cure her mother. Clearly, the price would be no less than that.
"Just owe me a favor," Bai Zhou replied. "I'm not helping you for personal gain, but because I despise the Profound Nether Sect's underhanded tactics. Your mother's condition isn't limited to the Black Tortoise Divine Pill; other medicines could work, though they're more expensive. The Profound Nether Sect deliberately concealed this, forcing you into that terrible choice..."
Bai Zhou shook his head, exposing the sect's scheme.
"What... what... So that's how it was!" Jiang Nannan finally realized the truth.
Everything had been too convenient: her mother's illness curable only by the Black Tortoise Divine Pill, and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to obtain it had suddenly appeared.
Driven by her desperate desire to save her mother and her trust in the Black-Robed Physician, Jiang Nannan had never suspected anything. Instead, she had been deeply grateful to him.
Now, after the Black-Robed Physician's warning, she realized she had nearly been tricked into hell.
"Thank you," she said. "I don't just owe you a favor—I owe you my life. Whatever you ask of me in the future, as long as it doesn't violate my principles, I'll give it my all!"
Jiang Nannan finally understood who her true benefactor was. Her trust in Bai Zhou instantly reached its peak, her eyes filled with genuine sincerity.
"Alright, make your wish," Bai Zhou said calmly, slowly raising the Wishing Tree in his hand. "You'll get what you desire."
"Okay!"
Without hesitation, Jiang Nannan placed her hands on her forehead, her expression utterly sincere, and silently made her wish...
In the next moment, the Wishing Tree erupted in a blinding white light.
Then, a pale blue medicinal pill slowly materialized in mid-air.
This pill had been prepared by Bai Zhou in advance. With a little manipulation, he had made the Wishing Tree conjure it.
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