Looking at it from another perspective, if Gu Xuan was able to discern that she was deeply poisoned based solely on his usual observations and the few fragmented words he had heard from her, was that not a testament to and affirmation of his abilities?
However, Dugu Yan still wanted to know the truth—did Gu Xuan learn this news from someone else, or did he figure it out through his own skill?
Although the chances of Gu Xuan learning this secret from others were slim—after all, Dugu Bo was unlikely to allow anyone who knew his secret to continue existing—nothing was absolute. Dugu Yan needed to confirm it.
Suppressing the indescribable emotions in her heart, Dugu Yan looked up to meet Gu Xuan's eyes and asked word-for-word. "How did you know about this?"
Naturally, it was impossible for Gu Xuan to answer that he was a transmigrator with the advantage of foresight. He had already prepared his explanation. He gently flicked Dugu Yan's petite nose and said softly. "I saw it, of course. Did you think all my physical contact with you was just to take advantage of you? Remember that time I read your palm?"
"I bet at that moment, you were thinking I was just touching your hand on purpose, right?"
Hearing this, Dugu Yan's fair face turned slightly red as she recalled the scene. She then realized—so Gu Xuan's closeness back then was actually to confirm her physical condition?
Thinking this, Dugu Yan's heart was filled with emotion. Back then, she truly thought Gu Xuan just wanted to touch her; she never imagined there was such a profound meaning behind it.
In reality, Gu Xuan was just taking advantage of her. These were merely excuses that not only allowed Dugu Yan to be moved yet again but also provided a logical explanation for his past behavior and how he knew about the poison.
Gu Xuan continued. "I've studied alchemy and pharmacology under a grandmaster since I was a child. Although I'm not as experienced as he is yet, I've inherited his true teachings and can even apply them creatively."
Gu Xuan wasn't bragging about this at all. He had learned all the core teachings of Yang Wudi, and by combining that with the knowledge from his two lives, he could improve upon many things. If there was a flaw, it was exactly what he said—he lacked Yang Wudi's decades of seasoned experience.
"After spending this past month together, I was able to conclude that there is a problem with your body. It's related to your Martial Soul, and likely inherited from your parents or even Senior Dugu." Gu Xuan held her waist, speaking with a hint of heartache.
Sensing Gu Xuan's emotion and fully believing his explanation, she leaned against his shoulder with a trace of sadness.
"I won't hide it from you anymore. Since you already know, my body is indeed poisoned. It is the Jade Phosphor Serpent poison." Leaning on his shoulder, Dugu Yan began to reveal the secrets she had kept hidden deep in her heart.
She now possessed absolute trust in Gu Xuan, born not only from their feelings but also from his words: 'I can cure your poison.' Since Gu Xuan could judge her condition from their daily interactions, his claim was surely not without foundation.
Dugu Yan continued. "The Jade Phosphor Serpent is our pride, but also our downfall. It was a blessing for Grandpa to break through to the Titled Douluo rank, but also a curse. As his cultivation reached higher levels, the inherited poison became even more powerful. My parents passed away because they couldn't be treated in time."
Hearing this, Gu Xuan gently patted Dugu Yan's back, offering silent comfort.
Then, Gu Xuan spoke slowly. "Yanzi, don't worry. You have me now. I already have a way to resolve this Jade Phosphor Serpent poison. No matter how many hardships I must endure, I will not let history repeat itself."
At these words, Dugu Yan wrapped her arms tightly around Gu Xuan's waist, as if trying to merge him into her own body. A massive explosion of trust welled up within her; she firmly believed Gu Xuan would not lie to her.
Lifting her head to look at him, she asked. "Then what is the bad news you mentioned?"
Upon hearing this, Gu Xuan's expression became somewhat apologetic as he spoke slowly. "The bad news is that, for the time being, I cannot find the medicinal herbs required to help you neutralize the poison."
"You know the terror of the Jade Phosphor Serpent poison better than anyone. Although I have a method, the ingredients are not easy to find. Even within the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan, there are very few such herbs."
At this point, Gu Xuan looked firmly at Dugu Yan and whispered. "But rest assured, I will do my utmost to use the Clan's power to find those herbs for you."
"The reason I'm telling you now is that I didn't want you to lose hope."
Dugu Yan was moved to the core, her eyes reddening as she looked at him. "Xiao Xuan... I... I really don't know how to repay you, I..."
Gu Xuan stopped her words with a gentle gesture and said tenderly. "You are the person I love. Why talk about repayment?"
Hearing this, Dugu Yan felt she owed Gu Xuan a great debt—more than just a little. After all, Gu Xuan had been paying attention to her and giving silently from the very beginning.
Thinking back, she had known Yu Tianheng for so long, but had he ever been as considerate or gentle as Gu Xuan? Had he ever cared for her with such meticulous detail? They had only known each other for a month, yet Gu Xuan had gone to such lengths for her.
Mobilizing Clan resources? The words sounded cool and brought joy to the ears, but Dugu Yan knew that the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan didn't belong to Gu Xuan alone, even if his grandfather was one of its two guardian Titled Douluos. Yet he was willing to do this for her? What kind of profound emotion could lead to such a commitment?
She felt Gu Xuan was right: 'Wanting to buy osmanthus flowers to carry wine, but it's never like the travels of youth. Ten thousand years is too long. If you want to love, seize this summer.' Gu Xuan was willing to give so much for her; why should she hesitate?
At that moment, Gu Xuan sighed slightly and continued. "It's a pity. If we could find any one of the Three Great Treasure Basins, it would be enough to solve the problem of your medicinal herbs. We might even be able to try treating Senior Dugu's poison as well."
Dugu Yan froze for a moment, then her face filled with joy. "Really? Does such a place truly exist in this world?"
Gu Xuan nodded firmly. "Naturally. However, those legendary lands are nurtured by heaven and earth. They take a thousand years to form and ten thousand to become true treasures. I've checked the history of the past few hundred years and found nothing, which shows how difficult it is to find such a place."
Hearing this, Dugu Yan's joyful expression gradually faded. Since even Gu Xuan put it that way, the chances were indeed slim.
Still, it was fine. At least she had been given a glimmer of hope. Her poison wasn't impossible to solve, and her grandfather's condition wasn't incurable.
(End of Chapter)
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