The fierce wind swept through, like nature’s cleaning brush, sweeping away all the dust from the previous day without a trace.

In the blue sky, the sun was already hanging high.

Sunlight streamed through the window onto Liu Zixuan’s face, and his originally furrowed brow slowly relaxed as he gradually opened his sleepy eyes.

Looking around, he was still lying on the ground, the Nameless Sword at his side, with several Ghost Gate Needles scattered on the ground.

What happened last night was not a dream!

Liu Zixuan rubbed his forehead and murmured, "I didn’t die after all?"

If others heard this, they would surely scold him, but for Liu Zixuan, it was not surprising. After all, that dragon howl was too terrifying. He thought that in that instant, the Dragon Vein Essence could have seized his consciousness and killed him.

But it didn’t happen. He was still fine now, and he even felt no trace of demonization.

He wondered if something he said last night had stirred the Dragon Vein Essence, making it afraid.

Liu Zixuan grinned, forcing his sore body up from the ground to sit by the bed.

"It seems I really need to think of a way to either completely separate the Dragon Vein Essence from my body or find a way to control it. Otherwise, this thing will be a ticking time bomb inside me."

Although Liu Zixuan was eager to break through to the Emperor Realm, the Dragon Vein Essence is undoubtedly a significant opportunity for that breakthrough.

But he’s not stupid. He knows the terrifying aspect of the Dragon Vein Essence. If handled well, everything is fine, but if there’s even a slight mistake, not only will he die, he will be possessed and become a mindless killing machine!

At that time, everyone he cares about would be killed by his own hands, not to mention Liu Zixuan’s beautiful vision for the future.

The last time he returned from the Witch Country, a middle-aged man from the Jiang Family advised him to have the Willow Association Patriarch help after returning home, but upon hearing about the Martial Realm’s unification, Liu Zixuan set the matter aside. Seeking help from the Willow Association Patriarch seemed unlikely, so he had to look for someone else.

Liu Zixuan had a vague idea of who that might be—the Dragon Vein Essence is something even the Star Sea Martial Artists covet, so he cannot casually reveal it to others.

Thus, he must choose someone trustworthy, and right now, the only ones Liu Zixuan can trust and have the ability to help are probably the Medical Immortal Sect behind the beautiful master or Jiang Yiyi’s Jiang Family.

But it’s not the right time to approach them. If demonization appears again, Liu Zixuan plans to temporarily suppress it with the Nine Dragon Qiankun Array, which is currently the only method available.

After all, Liu Zixuan has always been someone who grows not by relying on others but by taking one step after another himself.

Seeking help from the Medical Immortal Sect or the Jiang Family would be a last resort, and until he approaches them, he has to devise some solutions himself.

The Nine Dragon Qiankun Array is just temporary; for complete control, he must enhance his own strength.

The Nameless Sword has also fused with the Dragon Vein Essence, so it’s something he cannot rely on. All that’s left are his Silver Needles and the Holy Medical Scripture cultivation techniques.

Yes, Liu Zixuan aims to not only advance his realm but also to elevate his medical skills further.

Currently, he has acquired ten Ghost Gate Needles, and there are still the Heaven and Earth Silver Needles, Ghost Research Needle, and Ghost Venerable Needle.

Of the Thirteen Needles, three Ghost Needles are the hardest to find, but fortunately, Liu Zixuan has already obtained the Ghost Walk Needle, leaving only the most mysterious Ghost Research and Ghost Venerable, while the Heaven and Earth Silver Needle is relatively easier to locate. He needs to find an opportunity to have the Celestial Secret Pavilion help in searching for the Heaven and Earth Silver Needle.

As for the Holy Medical Scripture, Liu Zixuan’s current medical skills, while not miraculous, can easily resolve most pathologies and injuries across the world.

But one must remember, besides diseases and injuries, the world is filled with other things like Gu Technique and Poison Technique, each possessing its own profound mysteries.

So, Liu Zixuan has much to learn from the Holy Medical Scripture; he has yet to achieve true mastery!

Knock, knock, knock!

Just as his thoughts were wandering, someone knocked on the guest room door.

Then a server’s voice sounded: "Young Master Xuan, someone outside is looking for you. They say they’re from the Wei Family."

Liu Zixuan replied, "Let them wait for a moment, I’ll be out shortly." 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

Finished speaking, Liu Zixuan took a shower in the bathroom. After the disturbances of last night, his whole body was exhausted. He wanted to change clothes, but alas, he only had the clothes on his back here, so there was nothing he could do about it.

After freshening up, he walked to the front spirits uplifted: "Where have they been arranged?"

"Young Master Xuan, initially, there were only a few from the Wei Family, but two more groups have just arrived." The server smiled.

"Two more groups? Did you find out who they are?" Liu Zixuan asked with a frown. If they were coming, it should be only two groups, the Gu Family and Wei Family, so who is the other group?

"One group seems to be from the Gu Family, specifically mentioning they wanted to see you. The last group is a bit more complicated; some have the surname Zhang, others Li, totaling six or seven people, and they all seem like martial artists."

The server pointed to the private rooms inside: "The innermost private room is the Wei Family, next to them is the Gu Family. The private room opposite the Wei Family is the last group; you should go take a look."

Liu Zixuan nodded, casually took out a cigarette and lit it, then walked to the private room opposite the Wei Family and pushed the door open, walking directly in.

The room was filled with smoke and alcohol, four or five big men drinking and chatting happily.

Seeing someone enter, a martial artist standing outside hurriedly got up, wiping his hands on his clothes, extended a flattering hand towards Liu Zixuan: "Young Master Xuan, sorry to disturb you."

"Who are you?" Liu Zixuan didn’t shake his hand but sat down to one side.

"Young Master Xuan, I’m the chief disciple of the Liger Gate sect leader from the Southwest. This is from the Qiu Tian Sect of the Southwest, and that bald guy is from the Hushan Sect. He..."

After a round of introductions, they all revealed their identities, mostly martial artists from sects without much background.

Liu Zixuan raised an eyebrow, knowingly asked, "With the holidays approaching, why are you leaving the Southwest to come to the North to find me?"

"Naturally, we came for the unification of the Martial Realm. You’re a famous figure in the Jianghu now. Countless sects see you as their savior. We came as a vanguard to discuss the upcoming martial tournament with you," the big man from the Liger Gate grinned.

Liu Zixuan scratched his head, "Did I say I would help you?"

"Well, outside rumors say you’ve fallen out with the Eight Great Powers and Four Great Clans."

"Yes, we also heard the Gu and Wei Family disciples are here with you, and today you plan to kill them to demonstrate your might!"

Everyone was bewildered. How could Liu Zixuan say something seemingly unrelated?