Chapter 215: The Children’s Treatment

The Children’s Treatment

Seana descended beside Lothe, standing behind him on his flying sword.

Although night had fallen, the moon illuminated the city below. Yet the Neutral City was unusually quiet.

The streets, normally filled with merchants, cultivators, and carriages, were almost empty. Only pale moonlight spilled between the buildings, making the city seem more like a graveyard than a place of trade.

Seana glanced around uneasily.

She couldn’t explain it, but something felt wrong.

Lothe noticed her expression. His hand tightened around her waist, pulling her closer.

"One step at a time, love," he whispered.

Seana looked at him, then nodded.

A moment later, Oren descended on his sword. His feet touched the ground, and the weapon disappeared into his Soul Manor.

"Isn’t the city unusually quiet today?"

His gaze swept across the deserted streets.

"Indeed," Nyren agreed as she landed beside him. "Whatever the reason, we’ll find out inside the Hall."

Before they could continue, an officer emerged from the Arbitration Hall. A silver token hung from his waist, bearing the insignia of a second-ranked official.

"Welcome back, My Lords!"

He clasped his hands and bowed deeply.

"There’s no need for formalities," Elder Rowan said. "Prepare a place where the children can receive treatment."

"My Lords, as arranged earlier, each sect has been assigned a separate courtyard within the Hall." The officer straightened. "The rescued children have been assigned the Calming Spirit Courtyard. The necessary facilities are already prepared."

"Good." Rowan nodded.

The officer turned to lead them inside.

"Wait," Lothe said.

Seana looked at him.

"Can you assign a separate courtyard for the two of us?"

Several people turned toward him.

Oren immediately frowned. "No."

Lothe glanced at him. "What’s there to deny? I didn’t ask you."

Nyren’s expression tightened slightly before she looked away. Her face remained composed, but the hand hidden beneath her sleeve clenched into a fist.

Fortunately, no one noticed.

Oren stepped forward. "We’ve just returned from a dangerous operation. Shouldn’t we settle everyone first before worrying about personal arrangements?"

Lothe regarded him calmly.

"What’s wrong with settling down with my woman?"

Oren’s mouth twitched.

Before he could respond, Lothe continued.

"Besides, how do you expect the children to recover if too many people crowd their courtyard?"

He glanced toward the Hall with an analytical expression.

"They’ve suffered considerable damage. Their bodies are weak, their vital energy is unstable, and even a small disturbance could affect their recovery."

His expression became serious.

"More importantly, everyone is still carrying residual Corpse Qi from the battlefield. Allowing too many people near the children would be like placing a contaminated object beside a recovering patient."

He paused, then added solemnly, "According to the principles of Feng Shui, a patient’s surroundings must remain harmonious. The flow of energy must be balanced, and no foul aura should be allowed to interfere with their recovery."

Lothe looked at Oren.

"I have to maintain the children’s Feng Shui. What would you know about such matters?"

Oren stared at him.

Since when did this bastard know anything about Feng Shui?

For a moment, he couldn’t believe what he had just heard. Lothe had rejected him and insulted his understanding of cultivation in the same breath.

"Then what about you?" Oren demanded. "Why are you allowed to enter?"

Lothe’s expression remained perfectly composed.

"Naturally, because I understand how to maintain their Feng Shui."

Oren’s face darkened.

Even Justin, who had remained indifferent throughout the exchange, turned away when the corners of his mouth twitched.

The elders reacted differently. Some looked at Lothe with open disapproval, while others pretended not to hear him.

Seana glanced at her boyfriend. His shamelessness seems to be getting worse.

Elder Rowan rubbed his forehead.

"Enough. Officer, arrange the courtyard he requested."

"Yes, Elder."

The officer bowed quickly.

Lothe nodded with satisfaction and turned toward Seana.

"Let’s go, love."

Seana only gave a tired nod and followed him.

The officer led them through the inner grounds of the Arbitration Hall.

Although they had visited the Hall before, the place looked different at night. The quiet courtyards, guarded paths, and softly glowing lanterns revealed how much effort humanity had put into adapting to the changed world.

The compound was far larger than it appeared from outside. Several courtyards stood within the walls, separated by gardens, stone paths, and spiritual barriers.

The Calming Spirit Courtyard was located toward the eastern section. Several medicinal gardens surrounded it, filling the air with a faint herbal fragrance.

Beside it stood another courtyard, slightly larger than the rest.

"This is the courtyard assigned to you, My Lord," the officer said. "It is directly beside the Calming Spirit Courtyard. A connecting passage links the two buildings, so you can move between them without passing through the main grounds."

Lothe inspected the arrangement.

"That will do."

He turned toward Seana. "Convenient, isn’t it?"

Seana nodded.

It was a suitable arrangement. She could remain close to the children without having to sleep inside their treatment quarters.

The officer glanced toward Zhao Meiyun. He had noticed the young man accompanying them, but Zhao wore no insignia belonging to any of the Four Great Sects.

Though Lothe and Seana’s case were different.

"May I ask which sect this senior belongs to?"

"He’s with us," Lothe answered casually as he entered the courtyard.

Zhao Meiyun glanced at him but said nothing.

The officer immediately clasped his hands. "Understood."

He stepped aside and allowed them to pass.

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The moment they entered the Calming Spirit Courtyard, Seana’s attention shifted completely to the children.

Several attendants had already prepared the treatment rooms. The children lay on separate beds, their faces pale and their breathing shallow.

Their convulsions had stopped, but their condition remained fragile.

Seana approached the nearest child. She placed two fingers against the child’s wrist and carefully examined the Qi flowing through their meridians.

Her brows drew together.

The child’s circulation had stabilized, but the prolonged loss of Yang energy had left serious damage.

She moved to the next bed.

Then another.

Each child showed similar symptoms.

"They’re still very weak," Zhao Meiyun said as he approached. He had been observing them since their return. "The medicine we gave them earlier can only stabilize them temporarily. If we don’t restore their internal balance, their condition may worsen again."

Seana withdrew her hand.

"You’re right. Ordinary restorative pills won’t be enough."

She turned toward the attendants.

"I need fine silver needles, clean medicinal bowls, fresh herbs, and hot water. Prepare enough for every child."

The attendants bowed.

"Yes, Miss."

"Also bring clean white cloth and a container of purified Spiritual Water."

"Understood."

They hurried away.

Zhao Meiyun looked at Seana. "What treatment are you planning?"

"Acupuncture, controlled Qi circulation, and medicinal support."

She glanced at the children.

"Their meridians were strained by the continuous loss of Yang energy. Replenishing their Qi too quickly could put even more pressure on their weakened bodies."

She paused.

"I’ll use the needles to stimulate specific meridian points and gradually restore their circulation. The medicine will support their bodies during the process."

Zhao nodded thoughtfully.

"Then I’ll assist with the medicinal preparation."

Seana looked at him. "Examine each child again. Record their meridian damage separately and determine which herbs are best suited to their condition."

"Leave it to me."

Zhao immediately moved to the nearest bed.

Outside the courtyard, the Neutral City remained silent beneath the moon.

Inside, Seana and Zhao began treating the rescued children.?