Thinking this, Yang Yunhai quickly took out a bottle of Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well spring water from his Soul Tool.
For animal-type soul beasts, the spring water might be deadly poison, but for plants, it was the best tonic. This was obvious from the lush growth of herbs around the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, and also from the fact that in the original story Tang San chose to transplant the Blue Silver Emperor there.
Of course, this depended on how it was used.
If separated, the cold spring and hot spring were destructive to plants without matching attributes. One could freeze a plant to death, the other could scorch it to death. Only when placed together, balancing each other, could they nourish all plants.
And they couldn't be placed too close either.
Otherwise, excessive energy would overwhelm weaker plants, making them burst from overload. It was just like farming—water was good, but drowning roots in it would only rot them.
With these thoughts, Yang Yunhai found an open patch of ground, released his Martial Soul, and extended vines into the soil.
After they dug deep, he took out a small porcelain bottle, poured in some spring water, and placed it in the hole.
He then refilled the soil, letting the spring water slowly evaporate and seep through.
When that was done, he went to another patch of Blue Silver Grass near the wooden hut, dug another hole, and buried spring water there.
Soon, after burying several spots in succession, he sensed the Blue Silver Grass sending joy back to him. Only then did he return indoors, satisfied.
He washed up comfortably, changed into pajamas, and lay down to sleep.
Half an hour later, in another room, Yiner tossed and turned, unable to sleep. Without Yang Yunhai's arm to hug and without sensing the familiar aura of his bloodline, she felt empty.
After a long while, she turned her head and saw Zhu Zhuqing already breathing evenly in deep sleep. She didn't dare disturb her, so she turned toward Yang Yunhai's room, where that familiar aura was.
She thought for a while, then finally floated quietly out of the room.
Before long, she nestled against Yang Yunhai's arm, shifting slightly, a sweet smile rising on her face.
The night passed without words.
The next morning, Yang Yunhai woke early.
"???" He felt something in his palm, turned his head, and twitched his mouth.
He pulled back his hand and lightly shook the slender shoulder. When the girl's lashes trembled and her eyes slowly opened, he said, "Yiner, time to get up."
Yiner quickly lowered her head and whispered, "Yun, I couldn't sleep last night, so I snuck over."
"It's fine." Yang Yunhai chuckled and got up.
On the other side, "???" Zhu Zhuqing also woke up, noticing the empty space beside her. She thought deeply.
Before long, in the living room—
When she saw Zhu Zhuqing walk out, Yang Yunhai was just coming out of the kitchen carrying breakfast. He gave a helpless smile.
Floating nearby, Yiner immediately flew forward to admit her fault. With her head down, she said timidly, "Sorry, Sister Zhuqing. I really couldn't sleep last night. You were already fast asleep, and I didn't want to wake you, so I snuck out to find Yun."
"It's fine." Zhu Zhuqing smiled gently.
"Zhuqing, come have breakfast." Yang Yunhai took over the words, carrying the tray to the table and sitting down.
Zhu Zhuqing followed and sat next to him, eating together.
As they ate, Yang Yunhai thought back to last night. Yiner had Zhu Zhuqing with her, yet still came to him.
'Could it be, it's not just about not adapting to the soul bone space?' He recalled how Yiner had clung to him from the very start.
'Maybe it's because of bloodline?'
After some thought, he looked at Yiner.
"Yiner, last night Zhuqing was with you. Why couldn't you sleep?"
Hearing this, Zhu Zhuqing also looked curiously at her.
After reading the letter yesterday, plus what Yang Yunhai had said after, she had thought Yiner stuck to him only because she couldn't adapt to the soul bone space, and because the first person she saw when awakening was Yunhai. That gave her a sense of dependence. But after last night, she wasn't so sure anymore.
Yiner thought carefully for a long moment before softly replying, "Yun has an aura that makes me feel very comfortable, very warm. As long as I stay near Yun, I'm not afraid of anything."
'It's the bloodline.' Zhu Zhuqing immediately guessed. 'Yunhai's special bloodline came from devouring the Blue Silver Emperor. Though not pure inheritance, it's the same origin. That aura must feel familiar and safe to her.'
She glanced at Yang Yunhai, who mouthed the words "bloodline" back.
Zhu Zhuqing sighed inwardly. 'Looks like we can only wait for Yiner's mind to slowly mature.'
Yang Yunhai had his own thoughts: 'This won't do. I need to find Yiner another place to stay—like the spiritual sea mentioned later. There she'd see a wider world, with a more comfortable environment. And I could shield her perception when needed, so I can focus on Zhuqing without distractions. I'll need to research this.'
Of course, "bigger things" with Zhuqing wasn't something she would accept yet.
He nodded slightly, said no more, and exchanged a glance with Zhu Zhuqing before resuming breakfast.
Three quarters of an hour later, the three went to the training field.
Seeing them arrive, "Tianheng, let's talk later." Dugu Yan quickly spoke to Yu Tianheng and ran over.
"Xiao Hai, Zhuqing!" She called out with a smile.
"Yan Yan, did you come back last night?" Yang Yunhai asked.
"Yes, I wanted to see you this morning, so I asked Grandpa to send me back early," Dugu Yan replied with a smile. She then grew serious, bowed deeply to Yang Yunhai, and said respectfully, "Xiao Hai, thank you so much this time."
The medicine Yang Yunhai refined for her not only removed toxins, but also restored her body. According to her grandfather, there was even better ahead. The high-quality soul bone she obtained was also thanks to him.
For saving her life, she would never forget this kindness.
"Yan Yan, you don't need to be so formal. We're all friends, helping each other is natural." Yang Yunhai smiled.
Dugu Yan shook her head. "Feelings are one thing, kindness is another. I can tell the difference."
Yang Yunhai laughed. "If we're speaking of kindness, your Grandpa Dugu has shown me plenty too. So you don't owe me anything."
Glancing at the teammates nearby, he didn't bring up the Immortal Herbs and left it there.
"No matter what, Yan Yan, the fact you're better now is the greatest thing."
"Mm." Dugu Yan nodded with understanding.
"Come, our teammates are waiting." Yang Yunhai continued.
The three walked over together.
"Xiao Hai, thank you," Yu Tianheng stepped up to say.
"It's nothing." Yang Yunhai smiled back.
Seeing things settled, Qin Ming clapped his hands to draw everyone's attention. "Since everyone is here, I'll announce the next stage of training. After today's training, you'll have three days of rest. Then we'll go to Heaven Dou City's Great Spirit Arena for real combat practice."
He glanced at Dugu Yan.
"I asked her just now. Though it will take a long time to fully remove her poison, with Xiao Hai's medicine suppressing it, she can fight without worry."
Yang Yunhai nodded and added, "Not only that, fighting will help circulate blood and stimulate vitality, which helps absorb the medicine."
"Then it's decided. Begin today's training." Qin Ming smiled.
"Yes!" everyone responded.
Training went on until noon.
After stretching and drinking water under the pavilion, Dugu Yan suddenly turned to Yang Yunhai.
"Xiao Hai, last night Grandpa said he wants to invite you and Zhuqing to our house as guests, to make a proper meal and thank you. With the three-day break coming, do you have other plans?"
(End of Chapter)
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