Nine Dragons Saint Ancestor-Chapter 557: Five hundred and fifty-seven ways to achieve the best of both worlds

In the eyes of Qian Sanyuan and Yao Zhiyuan, as well as those high-level Pulse Refining Masters with formidable Meridian Refining Techniques, to cure this middle-aged man of his deficiency in life force and blood, the blood gu must be removed first.

After all, the man’s depletion of vital energy was caused by the blood-colored gu, the chief culprit; yet, this blood-colored gu was the Gu Master’s Lifebound Blood Gu, the two having long since become one. They complemented each other and could not be separated.

Should the middle-aged man die, the Lifebound Gu would also perish instantly, and with the death of the gu, the Gu Master would be drawn into death as well. Their fates were indeed intertwined, for better or for worse.

However, if they simply let the Lifebound Blood Gu devour the middle-aged man’s life force and blood, the likely outcome would be the death of both, which is precisely why Yao Zhiyuan was brimming with confidence.

"Vice Chairman Qian said that your Medical Pulse Technique is astonishing, and you can cure any disease, didn’t he? Then have a go at curing him. Yao Zhiyuan has handpicked this patient.

Plus, Yao Zhiyuan believed that even if he used some underhanded tricks, Vice Chairman Qian wouldn’t blame him. After all, there are countless diseases in the world, and encountering an unseen case might even earn him merit at the Meridian Refining Master Association.

Gu Masters are rare to see, and even rarer are those who have been brought to such a state by their Lifebound Blood Gus devouring their life force and blood. Yao Zhiyuan knew that such a condition was probably unprecedented at the Tenglong Continent’s Meridian Refining Master Association.

"Hehe, it’s just a mere Lifebound Blood Gu, there must be a way!"

Unexpectedly, as Yao Zhiyuan’s slightly smug words fell, Yun Xiao’s voice followed, carrying a hint of ease that everyone could hear.

"Then let us witness young master Yun Xiao’s Pulse Refining skill!"

Despite Yun Xiao’s casualness, Yao Zhiyuan didn’t believe it for a second. He thought the young man was just boasting to save face, and immediately responded with a mix of praise and sarcasm.

"Since I have spoken, I certainly intend to cure him!"

Yun Xiao seemed to not detect the sarcasm in Yao Zhiyuan’s words. Speaking out, he then turned to look at Qian Sanyuan beside him, saying, "Actually, just now Vice Chairman Qian had already found the right treatment method; it just needs a slight modification!" 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

"The right treatment method? You mean... killing this Lifebound Blood Gu?"

Qian Sanyuan’s face showed some surprise, thinking why did he have to bring up just that? After realizing it was a Lifebound Blood Gu, he clearly knew that if he had acted just a little faster earlier, the patient might have already been ’treated’ to death by him.

And yet, here was Yun Xiao mentioning this, and if Qian didn’t know Yun Xiao’s unpredictable ways, he might have thought the young man bore a grudge against him and was taking this opportunity to kick him when he was down.

"Yes, and no!"

Hearing Qian Sanyuan’s words, Yun Xiao nodded and then shook his head, leaving the crowd in confusion. Finally, he said, "What I mean is, erase this Lifebound Blood Gu’s Spiritual Wisdom so it can no longer autonomously devour its owner’s life force and blood, wouldn’t that solve the issue?"

"Um?"

Hearing Yun Xiao’s proposed method, Qian Sanyuan fell into thought, and the many onlooking Pulse Refining Masters also seemed to realize a possibility, their expressions brightening.

"Yun Xiao, are you suggesting to make this Lifebound Gu become this person’s... Meridian Spirit?!"

Qian Sanyuan was obviously the first to catch on, excitement apparent in his voice, as he pondered the method’s feasibility, seemingly unlocking a new door.

"There are two types of Meridian Spirits. We need not speak of those with Spiritual Wisdom which are rare and sought after. Since this man has already reached the Late Stage of the Spirit Vein Realm, why can’t his Lifebound Gu become his own Meridian Spirit?"

Seeing that he had understood, Yun Xiao once again clarified, dispelling all doubts as whispers of discussion began amongst the crowd.

Indeed, as Yun Xiao said, when a Cultivator reaches the level of the Spirit Vein Realm, they can possess a Meridian Spirit, usually by Refining a powerful Vein Demon to become their own Meridian Spirit.

Of course, to Refine a Meridian Spirit, one must first erase the Vein Demon’s Spiritual Wisdom. How could a Vein Demon with its own wisdom willingly become a human’s Meridian Spirit, even if its strength were much lower?

This involves the first type of Meridian Spirit that Yun Xiao mentioned, where, under special circumstances, one can make it their own Meridian Spirit without erasing its wisdom—a possibility in critical life-or-death situations, followed by human salvation and gratitude.

This seemed somewhat akin to Yun Xiao’s relationship with the Golden Snake Worm, though at times, the Golden Snake Worm seemed more disdainful of Yun Xiao than obedient, characteristic of a Meridian Spirit with wisdom.

At least in both Tenglong Continent and the Hidden Dragon Continent, a Vein Demon with Spiritual Wisdom was as rare as phoenix feathers, thus Qian Sanyuan had never even considered this possibility.

He thought that once the spiritual wisdom of the Lifebound Blood Gu was erased, it would naturally stop devouring its master’s vital energy autonomously, and there would be no need to harm its life—truly a solution that serves two purposes.

"What kind of genius mind could come up with such a perfect solution?"

Thinking this, Qian Sanyuan couldn’t help but take a few more looks at the young man in plain clothes beside him. It was truly a pity that such a monstrously talented individual in the art of Meridian Refining couldn’t be accepted into the Meridian Refining Master Association.

As for Yao Zhiyuan, who had just been smugly satisfied not far away, his eyes were now filled with disbelief. He had never expected Yun Xiao to think of such a method, which was a blatant slap in the face.

Just now, Vice Chairman Qian himself had almost made a mistake, so Yao Zhiyuan believed that even if Yun Xiao could identify it as a Lifebound Blood Gu, with such a contradictory situation, there would be no way to resolve it.

This truly confirmed what Yun Xiao had said before: what seemed to be an incurable disease to Yao Zhiyuan was easily resolved with just a few words from him. If this wasn’t a slap in the face, what was?

"The rest is up to you, Vice Chairman Qian!"

Yun Xiao, like a visitor from beyond this world, had completed his mission and gracefully returned to his seat to sit down. As for erasing the spiritual wisdom of the Lifebound Gu worm, he believed that Qian Sanyuan could handle it with ease.

If at first when Yun Xiao spoke up to stop Vice Chairman Qian, many people in the hall thought he was just showing off, now, no one would think that way anymore.

After this incident, Yun Xiao appeared even more enigmatic in everyone’s eyes, making people wonder if there was a Heaven Rank or Holy Rank Meridian Refining Master mentor behind him. Otherwise, how could his Meridian Refining art be so bewitching?

"How about it, Chairman Yao? I haven’t let you down, have I?"

Having returned to his seat, Yun Xiao suddenly turned his head and smiled lightly at a certain elder whose expression was a bit unnatural. As the title "Chairman" reached his ears, his face flushed red in an instant.

"Has Young Master Yun Xiao encountered a Gu Master before?"

Although Yao Zhiyuan, who was a chairman after all, quickly regained his composure, the question he countered with made everyone else in the vicinity, including Gu Hua and Meng Liyang, prick up their ears.

You should know that many of these powerful figures on Tenglong Continent had never actually seen a Gu Master, let alone knew that a Lifebound Blood Gu could backfire on its master.

"No, but Chairman Yao, you seem to be rather knowledgeable about Gu Masters!"

Yun Xiao shook his head, but the question he voiced carried an implied meaning, suggesting that Chairman Yao’s understanding of that middle-aged Gu Master could not have been acquired in just ten or fifteen days.

"Heh, with such a patient, one naturally has to study it closely. However, despite my years of research, I still don’t compare to your casual remarks!" Yao Zhiyuan didn’t try to hide this fact; although he had researched for years, he had never come up with any effective solution. As he said, compared to Yun Xiao’s few brief comments, his efforts were sorely lacking.

Regardless of whether it’s a white cat or a black cat, a good cat is one that catches mice. Even if someone researched for a lifetime without finding a solution, it would only be in vain.

While the two were conversing, in the center of the hall, Qian Sanyuan had already used his methods to erase the spiritual wisdom of the Lifebound Gu worm.

Without its spiritual wisdom, the Lifebound Gu worm still had its life but could no longer autonomously devour its master’s blood energy. Given time and using some vitality-boosting herbs for recuperation, the individual would certainly recover as before.

Qian Sanyuan would no longer concern himself with these follow-up matters. However, when he withdrew his Power of Soul, feeling the somewhat peculiar gazes around him, his face couldn’t help but turn slightly red.

Although Qian Sanyuan had personally taken action this time, had it not been for Yun Xiao’s earlier intervention and reminder, he might have ended up killing the patient. Now that his methods had succeeded, he felt no sense of accomplishment; instead, he felt a trace of embarrassment.

Nonetheless, as the seasoned and formidable Vice Chairman Qian, he quickly regained his composure, especially when he recalled the life-saving method Yun Xiao had proposed for treating the Innate Pulse Cutting condition.

Even if he didn’t know how Yun Xiao could come to understand so much about diseases at such a young age, at least in terms of healing and medical treatment, Qian Sanyuan didn’t necessarily consider himself a match for Yun Xiao.

Moreover, this time it was merely a demonstration of Meridian Refining technique, not a competition for superiority. Having his misjudged methods exposed by Yun Xiao and ultimately saving someone’s life, to a Medical Pulse Master like Qian Sanyuan, it brought more consolation than jealousy or anger.

"Next, I’m going to refine an Earth Rank Advanced ’Fire Pu Pill’. Everyone must pay close attention. Although the rank of the elixir is quite high, some of the alchemy methods and steps used are worth learning from!"

Having collected his thoughts, Qian Sanyuan, after the patient on the wooden platform had been taken away, brought out a large Medicine Tripod from his Waist Storage and declared in a loud voice.

At this moment, the whole venue erupted in excitement!