I passed the next few days in the hospital so that I could recover. After taking countless elixirs, Senior Shu also woke up, which made me feel relieved. Now, he just needed to rest well to get better.

However, I felt a lump in my chest ever since discovering that the Zhang family had used us. Even though they gave me some good stuff and tried to shorten the distance between us, the damage was done.

Since Chuyi had joined our side, the Longquan Villa refrained from taking action; there were no new attacks.

Chuyi told me, “The Longquan Villa is still mourning over the loss of the Wordless Heavenly Book, so they won’t bother you for the time being. Open your shop and do some business. It might help you improve your skills.”

If I were stronger, I could defend myself in case the Longquan Villa attacked.

I...