Chapter 113: Astonishing Medicinal Effects, Night Transfer

"Mother, are you awake?"

Upon hearing the voice, Wei Xiapogong was overjoyed and immediately rushed in.

When Lu Qing and Ma Gu entered, they saw him already crouching in front of the awakened Madam Wei.

Concerned, he asked, "Mother, how are you feeling now?"

"Where am I?" Madam Wei asked weakly.

"We are currently in a cave deep in the mountains. That day, when Pang Huwei and the others rushed out to attract the enemies, Ma Gu led us deeper into the mountains..."

"...and later, Lu Qing gave you an acupuncture treatment and prepared some medicine, which is when you woke up."

Wei Xiapogong slowly recounted the events of the past few days.

Hearing this, Madam Wei realized that she had been unconscious for several days.

And during her unconscious state, so much had happened.

Her gaze fell on Lu Qing and Ma Gu.

"Thank you both for risking your lives to save my son and me. I am eternally grateful."

After speaking, she struggled to get up and express her gratitude.

Lu Qing and Ma Gu quickly stopped her: "Madam, there's no need for that. Please take care of your health."

"Yes, Mother. You're still injured. If you insist on showing your gratitude, I'll do it on your behalf."

With that, Wei Xiapogong knelt down and knocked his head three times on the ground, addressing Lu Qing and Ma Gu.

"I offer my sincere thanks for saving my mother and me. I, on her behalf, express our deepest gratitude with this bow."

Wei Xiapogong's actions took Lu Qing and the others by surprise. By the time they reacted, he had already started bowing, and they had no choice but to accept this significant gesture.

Madam Wei was stunned by this scene.

She never expected her son to make such a move.

The old Wei would have rather died than bow to another.

What had happened during her unconscious state?

"There's no need for such formality, young master Wei. I have also received your family's kindness in the past. This time, I only returned the favor. Your grand gesture is unnecessary."

Lu Qing sighed as Wei Xiapogong stood up.

"What connection does the young master have with our Wei family?" Madam Wei asked in surprise.

"Oh, Mother, I forgot to tell you earlier. This Doctor Lu is the disciple of the elderly doctor who saved my disciple when he was injured. His name is Lu Qing, and he's an exceptional physician. It was his treatment that brought you back to consciousness in less than half a day!" Wei Xiapogong explained.

"I dare not take all the credit, Madam. It was Master Chen's potent medicine that played a significant role. My medical skills are still rather shallow." Lu Qing humbly replied.

"Yes, Mother, that medicine was incredible. You only took two drops, and your condition improved immediately," Wei Xiapogong added.

Madam Wei turned to Lu Qing, finally understanding who he was.

Previously, when her son An'er was injured, an accomplished elderly doctor had healed him.

Afterward, when the Wei manor prepared a gift to express their gratitude, the chief steward specifically reminded her that the old doctor had an outstanding disciple who deserved an additional token of appreciation.

Later, she heard from her husband about the youth's quest for vengeance against his parents' killers, and how he had destroyed one of the Black Wolf Gang's hideouts outside the city—a significant feat.

The Silver Moon Guard's recent expedition to warn the Black Wolf Gang was to provide this young man with protection.

It seemed that Lu Qing did indeed have some connection to their Wei family.

However, she never expected that one day, she would be rescued by this young man whom she had never met.

"So, it's Young Master Lu. I've heard my husband speak of you. Indeed, you are a talented and extraordinary young man," Madam Wei praised.

"Madam, you flatter me," Lu Qing said, a little flustered.

After some pleasantries, Lu Qing steered the conversation to a more serious topic.

"Madam, many martial artists are searching for us in these mountains. We won't be able to stay in this cave for long. We must think of a way to relocate."

Lu Qing was unaware that due to the deaths of Wang Qingshan and Tong Canglang, the disciples of Tiancang Zong had already withdrawn.

However, this cave lacked the necessary provisions, and Madam Wei needed rest and recovery. They couldn't stay here indefinitely.

"But I'm still injured. I'm afraid I'll only burden you," Madam Wei said, worried.

She knew the severity of her injury. The enemy's sword strike had been vicious, cutting deep to the bone. She had almost suffered the same fate as her son An'er, with her abdomen sliced open.

It was a miracle that she had survived such a grievous wound.

Another move might prove too much for her fragile state.

Chapter: The Miraculous Medicine

"That's not a problem, Madam Wei. You've taken Master Chen's miraculous medicine, and with a bit more time, your body should be able to move about. We're not planning to leave immediately; we'll wait until nightfall before we set out."

The medicinal liquid Madam Wei had taken contained Earth Vein Spirit Liquid, and even though it had been diluted, it was still incredibly effective in healing external wounds.

Lu Qing estimated that it wouldn't be long before her wounds would be completely healed.

By then, they could take advantage of the cover of darkness and make their move.

Upon hearing Lu Qing's words, Madam Wei was initially skeptical, but when she tried to move, she found that the pain from her wounds had indeed lessened significantly.

Moreover, despite having been unconscious for several days, she felt surprisingly energetic and didn't seem like someone who had suffered a severe injury.

This left Madam Wei astonished.

She recalled An'er's previous words about Lu Qing giving her an extremely precious medicine.

"I must find an opportunity to ask An'er about the medicine that Young Master Lu gave me. It's truly miraculous," Madam Wei thought to herself.

"Mother, are you hungry? I have a baked pancake that Young Master Lu gave me as a dry ration. I saved one for you," Wei Xiaopogong said, offering the pancake he had kept earlier.

As the scent of the pancake wafted through the air, Madam Wei realized how hungry she was, having not eaten for several days.

Seeing her son holding the pancake and looking at her expectantly, she felt a sense of warmth.

"An'er has truly changed," she thought to herself.

Madam Wei took the pancake from her son and took a gentle bite.

"Mother, is it delicious? This pancake was made by Young Master Lu himself. It tastes unique, doesn't it? It's unlike anything we've eaten before," Wei Xiaopogong said eagerly.

Madam Wei chewed slowly, her eyebrows raising in surprise.

Just as An'er had said, the taste of the pancake was indeed unique and unlike anything prepared by the cooks in their manor.

She nodded in agreement, "It's very tasty."

Wei Xiaopogong's face lit up with joy at his mother's compliment.

Lu Qing, who was standing by, couldn't help but feel a bit speechless.

He never expected that a simple pancake could elicit such admiration from these two members of a prestigious family, who were used to fine cuisine.

However, seeing the heartwarming scene between mother and son, he didn't want to interrupt with humility and ruin the moment.

After finishing the food and drinking some water, Madam Wei continued to rest.

However, as time passed, she became increasingly astonished.

She felt her strength returning, and her energy levels rising.

Especially around her wound, there was a persistent itch.

If it weren't for the presence of others, she would have wanted to remove the bandages to inspect her injury.

Fortunately, Lu Qing noticed her discomfort and used silver needles to alleviate the itch, making her feel much better.

Lu Qing, however, knew the reason for her discomfort.

It was due to the two drops of medicine he had given Madam Wei, which were now working their magic and promoting the healing of her wounds.

The medicine was so potent that it caused an intense itch as the wound healed.

Once they got past this stage, her injury would no longer be an issue.

With Lu Qing's acupuncture treatment, Madam Wei felt much more comfortable, but the itch around her wound persisted.

Thankfully, by the afternoon, the itching had lessened significantly, and by dusk, it had disappeared entirely.

Madam Wei was even able to stand up and walk around.

When she did so, not only was Wei Xiaopogong overjoyed, but even Ma Gu was stunned.

He knew the severity of her injuries, yet here she was, recovering so quickly.

Had Lu Qing's medical skills improved to such an extraordinary level along with his martial arts prowess?

However, Ma Gu wondered why his own shoulder injury wasn't healing as rapidly.

He rubbed his shoulder, feeling a bit dejected.

"Thank you, Young Master Lu, for saving my life," Madam Wei said, bowing deeply to Lu Qing.

Now that she was on her feet, the first thing she wanted to do was express her gratitude.

She knew that she must have been given some rare and precious medicine.

Otherwise, how could her body have recovered so quickly?

"Madam Wei, please don't mention it. How are you feeling now?" Lu Qing asked.

Madam Wei moved her body a bit and replied, "The pain in my wounds has mostly faded, and I think I'm ready to travel with you."

"Then let's not delay. We should prepare to depart," Lu Qing said, glancing at the darkening sky outside.

However, even though Madam Wei's body had mostly recovered, traveling through the mountain forest in the darkness would still be challenging.

Chapter: A Surreptitious Escape

Ma Gu was also injured, so after some discussion, they finally decided that Lu Qing would carry Madam Wei, which would make their escape faster.

"Madam Wei, please excuse Lu Qing's boldness."

Lu Qing walked in front of Madam Wei and squatted down.

"There's no need to stand on ceremony; your son is around the same age as me, so you can just treat me as an elder."

Madam Wei was quite straightforward and didn't mind such trivialities.

Thus, with Lu Qing carrying Madam Wei and Ma Gu holding the backpack, the four of them, along with Xiao Li, quietly made their way through the mountain forest.

Lu Qing had night-vision-like abilities, and with Xiao Li's help, they moved at a swift pace through the mountains, crossing several peaks in a short time.

However, what puzzled Lu Qing was that after walking for so long, Xiao Li hadn't alerted him to any nearby humans, not even once.

If it weren't for Xiao Li occasionally jumping on his head to assert its presence, he would have almost suspected that the little guy was goofing off instead of keeping up.

Could it be that after nightfall, those people temporarily withdrew from the mountains? Lu Qing couldn't help but think of this possibility.

Nevertheless, whether or not that was the case, he didn't plan to change his original plan.

So, under Lu Qing's guidance, the group took a big detour through the mountains and eventually exited through an obscure and secluded corner, emerging from the dense forest.

After a perilous yet smooth escape from the mountains, the next issue was where to hide Wei Furen and her son.

Going to the provincial capital was out of the question. Since the Wei Manor's original plan had been exposed, it was likely that the members of Tiancang Zong had already set up an ambush along the way, just waiting for them to walk into their trap.

The best option was to find a place to hide, as long as they were careful not to leak any information, they would be safe.

Therefore, the choice of hiding place was crucial.

Jiuli Village was out of the question.

Aside from the fact that Lu Qing didn't want to bring these two hot potatoes home, the village was too crowded and chaotic, making it an unsuitable hiding place.

Lu Qing discussed with Ma Gu and eventually decided to take them to his residence in Daji first.

Ma Gu's residence in Daji had a secret room with a hidden passage leading to the outside, allowing for quick escape if needed.

As for the people in the residence, they were all Ma Gu's confidants, so it was the best place to temporarily hide them without the risk of betrayal.

As long as the information didn't leak, no one would think to look for Madam Wei and her son in such an inconspicuous place.

After making the decision, Lu Qing and the others consulted Madam Wei, and seeing that she didn't object, they discerned the direction and headed toward Daji.

Taking advantage of the moonlight, they rushed and finally arrived in Daji in the latter half of the night.

"Brother Lu Qing, Madam, please wait here for a moment while I make some preparations," Ma Gu said.

The fewer people who knew about Madam Wei and her son, the better.

So, he needed to disperse the people in the residence first to avoid any unwanted attention.

Lu Qing nodded, and after Ma Gu left, he stood under the shadow of a large tree, carrying Madam Wei on his back.

Beside him, Wei Xiaogong was breathing heavily.

"An'er, how are you feeling? Are you tired?" Madam Wei asked, hearing her son's labored breathing.

"Mother, don't worry, I'm fine," Wei Xiaogong replied, taking a few deep breaths to steady himself before forcing a smile.

But his response only made Madam Wei feel more heartbroken.

Lu Qing listened to the mother and son's conversation without interrupting.

To be honest, he was also quite surprised.

Tonight, they had traveled a long distance, climbing mountains and traversing rough terrain.

It was impressive that the young master could keep up, and he had lived up to his exceptional physical condition for someone at the Qi and Blood Realm.

The three of them waited for about a quarter of an hour under the tree's shadow before they saw a figure swiftly approaching—it was Ma Gu.

"Brother Lu Qing, Madam, I've made all the necessary arrangements; we can go in now," Ma Gu said.

Lu Qing acknowledged with a nod and then carried Madam Wei toward the residence.

Upon entering, they found the place quiet and empty, with not a single person in sight, indicating that Ma Gu had temporarily sent everyone away.

Led by Ma Gu, Lu Qing and the others entered a secret room through a hidden passage in one of the rooms.

The secret room had new bedding, obviously prepared by Ma Gu ahead of time.

"Madam, please excuse the simplicity of this place. I'm afraid you and the young master will have to endure some inconveniences here," Ma Gu said.

(End of Chapter)

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