I Have Medicine

Chapter 548 - (Three Suitors) Who will win her heart?

If there’s any difference, it might be that a martial artist’s dedicated pharmacist could be their family, their best friend, or a confidant. However, for many pharmacists, their protector often ends up becoming their partner…

Perhaps this is because a martial artist only needs their dedicated pharmacist when they’re injured or need medicine, but an pharmacist, for their own safety, needs a protector who stays as close as possible.

In the first case, the dedicated pharmacist doesn’t necessarily travel with the martial artist, but in the second, the protector often accompanies the pharmacist through bloodshed and danger, remaining by their side for a long time. Such long-term companionship makes it easy for feelings to develop and deepen.

Gu Zuo and Gongyi Tianheng’s relationship is mutual.

Gongyi Tianheng, whose body has been cursed by the heavens, needs a dedicated pharmacist even more than an ordinary martial artist. In comparison, their bond is much closer, and the restrictions they face are far greater. It’s a relationship that rivals the one between an pharmacist and their protector.

The lives of the two, bound by such dual constraints, are inseparable. It could be said that they are near-soulmates—without one, they would be incomplete.

The people of Eight Desolations City discussed for a moment, but couldn’t come to a definite conclusion.

In the end, it was Wu Yingyuan who spoke: “Why Gu Zuo is willing to be Gongyi Tianheng’s personal pharmacist is none of our business. What we need to know is that we cannot offend Pill Slaughterer Profound Shadow or the All-star Prodigy. That’s enough. We must not rashly dig deeper, lest we provoke their taboos.”

Upon hearing this, everyone agreed.

As they had said earlier, they only needed to be more respectful and cautious in their approach.

Wu Zhenhuang said, “Gongyi Tianheng’s arrival is surely different from the previous guardians. Since we cannot afford to offend him, we must cooperate well. If he asks questions or wishes to intervene, we should inform him to the best of our ability. We only hope that he truly lives up to the All-star Prodigy’s reputation and doesn’t cause any trouble here, which could lead to the loss of the lives of our city’s soldiers.”

Everyone naturally responded in agreement.

At this point, all they could do was hope that Gongyi Tianheng would be reliable. However, they had observed his previous actions and noted that the two thousand people he brought seemed quite brave. If they could make good use of them, this might indeed become a great help.

In just two days, their perception had already shifted to this extent.

Everyone carefully reviewed the materials, hoping to understand the two individuals in greater detail. This would allow them to better interact with them in the future—if they could guide them and have them truly work for the benefit of Eight Desolations City, that would be even better.

The next day, Gu Zuo and Gongyi Tianheng came to the City Lord’s Mansion again and, along with others, headed to the Battle Platform.

Gu Zuo keenly noticed that, after just one night, the attitude of the people in Eight Desolations City seemed to have changed quite a bit. Yesterday, they had been distant and even somewhat rejecting—though subtle, it was clear. Today, however, it seemed they were making an effort to accept them, and when it came to his big brother, it was one thing, but with him… it seemed even more so?

Strange, really strange.

Gongyi Tianheng noticed Gu Zuo’s confusion and couldn’t help but smile.

Soon, his voice sounded in Gu Zuo’s mind.

[Ah Zuo, I’m sure our information has already been placed on the City Lord’s desk.]

Gu Zuo paused, then instantly realized.

[You mean, they’ve looked into our information?]

Gongyi Tianheng smiled.

[Naturally.]

Gu Zuo silently nodded.

Indeed, after they arrive, if Eight Desolations City wants to understand themselves better, it is inevitable that they will have to look into their information, to decide how to treat them… right?

The change in attitude now clearly indicates that they have learned his big brother is an All-star Prodigy, someone of extraordinary status, and thus, they can’t treat him lightly. As for himself, it seems they now look at him with a bit of awe…

Gu Zuo suddenly felt awkward.

Could it be that they found out about his messy nickname?!

It was true that he knew anyone who made the effort could probably match him up with it, but when it actually happened, he really…

At that moment, Gu Zuo unconsciously glanced at Gongyi Tianheng.

Gongyi Tianheng found it somewhat amusing. Seeing Gu Zuo’s awkward expression, he gave him a reassuring and affectionate smile.

Gu Zuo soon regained his composure.

Right, it’s just… his nickname sounds bad.

He doesn’t, care!

As long as he has his big brother, it is fine.

Although these complex thoughts seemed to take a long time, in reality, they lasted only a moment.

Gu Zuo quickly controlled his emotions, nodding slightly to the people of Eight Desolations City as a greeting.

Yesterday, those from Eight Desolations City had just learned how “ferocious” Gu Zuo could be, but now, seeing that he was actually quite easygoing, they immediately relaxed.

However, soon, they became even more cautious.

After all, how much more terrifying could someone who looked fierce on the outside be, compared to someone who appeared kind but could strike with great cruelty at any moment?

Gu Zuo’s sharpness once again made him notice these subtle reactions.

He couldn’t help but fall into silence.

Forget it, as long as they are happy.

Just then, Wu Yingyuan leapt onto the stage, beginning the martial arts competition for the day, and everyone’s attention quickly shifted to the battle arena.

Wu Yingyuan clasped her fists and said, “The martial arts competition for matchmaking will last three days. Today is the second day. Heroes, please!”

She was still as graceful and poised as ever, her beauty still striking. On ordinary days, when she was calm, she resembled the red maple of autumn, more brilliant than fire. When it came to matters of combat, she became like a female warrior goddess, commanding an imposing presence with unparalleled boldness!

Although there were countless beautiful women in the world, few possessed such unique charisma. Even rarer were those who had the courage to participate in martial contests to choose a suitor, offering everyone the same chance.

Thus, today, many still gathered in front of the combat arena.

Even though many understood they had no chance, they were still willing to take a shot at it!

Suddenly, a large shadow appeared in the sky, seemingly blocking the entire canopy. Then, the shadow shifted, parting to both sides, only to close back together again. A gust of fierce wind rushed downward, causing people’s clothes to crackle and many martial artists to lose their footing. The powerful forces pushed them back, leaving empty space in their wake!

One martial artist exclaimed in surprise, “They’ve arrived!”

In an instant, more martial artists involuntarily retreated in all directions.

At that moment, a vast emptiness appeared before the combat arena. From the sky, a few cries rang out as three wild birds, carried by the wind, swooped down and quietly landed in front of the arena.

Gu Zuo saw that on each of these wild birds stood a young man, all of whom exuded extraordinary presence.

He felt a bit curious, while beside him, Gongyi Tianheng was the first to ask, “Who are these three?”

Wu Zhenhuang looked pleased. “Two of them are the sons of the city lords of nearby Iron-ranked cities, and the third is an elite disciple from a nearby Bronze-ranked faction.”

Gu Zuo was intrigued. “It seems they all admire Miss Wu. I wonder what the city lord’s intention is—”

Wu Zhenhuang replied, “Naturally, it all depends on the result of the martial contest for choosing a suitor.”

The other staff members paid great attention to the opinions of Gu Zuo and Gongyi Tianheng, so they briefly shared the information about the three men to satisfy their curiosity.

The three wild birds were a wild eagle, a wild hawk, and a wild goose.

The one riding the wild eagle was Sun Ziwen, the son of the city lord of Silver Wing City to the west of Eight Desolations City. He was 28 years old, at the peak of the Immortal Realm, and a young talent comparable to an elite.

The one on the wild hawk was Chang Heyue, the son of the city lord of Thousand-Fathom City to the southwest of Eight Desolations City. He was 26 years old, also at the peak of the Immortal Realm, and a young talent comparable to an elite.

The one on the wild goose was Ge Shijing, an elite disciple from the distant Crazy Dragon Sect. At 26 years old, he was considered an elite disciple, receiving special training from his sect.

As for their ages and strength, these three were quite a match for Wu Yingyuan. Looking at their appearances, all were rather handsome, and in terms of temperament, Sun Ziwen was a bit more refined, Chang Heyue was as steady as a mountain, and Ge Shijing had a hint of arrogance, all of which made them quite attractive.

Gu Zuo glanced at the three of them and noticed that their eyes were all focused on Wu Yingyuan. He found it quite amusing.

It seemed they were all infatuated with the lady… The sons of city lords and elite disciple like them were admired by many women and often had admirers. Yet, they were willing to participate in the martial contest for a chance at being chosen by Wu Yingyuan. It showed their determination.

Gu Zuo couldn’t help but secretly wonder: ‘I wonder which of these men City Lord Wu Zhenhuang would prefer as his son-in-law?’

He then observed Wu Yingyuan’s expression, noticing that her reactions toward all three of them seemed the same. It was hard to tell which one she favored most…

But, if no unexpected dark horse appeared, it was likely that one of these three would be the winner.

At that moment, all three of them spoke aloud:

“Sun Ziwen, I request Miss Wu’s guidance!”

“Chang Heyue, I request Miss Wu’s guidance!”

“Ge Shijing, I request Miss Wu’s guidance!”