I Have Medicine

Chapter 553 - (Wedding) Gu Zuo’s Gift.

Ge Shijing lost face completely, snorting angrily through his nose. He no longer bothered to maintain any pretense. With a flick of his sleeve, he strode away, saying, “Farewell!”

The people he brought, along with the giant wild bird he rode, naturally followed him.

At this moment, Gu Zuo deliberately glanced at Qing Wan.

He noticed that the instant Ge Shijing left, Qing Wan’s expression twisted for a second—though she quickly returned to normal, who would have expected that Gu Zuo had been watching her the entire time? In that brief moment, he caught her slip-up.

Gu Zuo couldn’t help but smile.

Fine, let’s see what Qing Wan will do next.

After Ge Shijing left, Sun Ziwen, who had previously offered his blessings to Chang Heyue and Wu Yingyuan, still maintained his gentlemanly demeanor. He smiled at the two and said, “Now that matters are settled, I should also take my leave. When the two of you marry, I hope to receive an invitation, so I can come and share in the joyous occasion.”

Wu Yingyuan responded heartily, “Of course!”

Chang Heyue also added, “Thank you, Brother Sun, for your kindness.”

Then, Sun Ziwen departed.

Wu Zhenhuang, Wu Yingyuan, and Chang Heyue did not leave immediately. They waited at the Battle Platform for several more hours, until the sky darkened, before deciding not to wait any longer.

At this point, Wu Zhenhuang announced loudly, “Three days from now, at the time of the evening hour, my daughter and her fiancé will wed. I will host a grand banquet outside the City Lord’s residence, and anyone interested is welcome to join the feast!”

The martial artists below the Battle Platform smiled and responded enthusiastically, “We will definitely come to congratulate Miss Wu and Young Master Chang!”

Only after this did everyone leave the scene.

Then, Wu Zhenhuang walked over to Gongyi Tianheng and Gu Zuo, saying, “I also invite both of you to attend.”

Gongyi Tianheng smiled, “Of course.”

Gu Zuo also smiled and nodded, “A congratulatory gift will certainly be presented.”

Wu Zhenhuang exchanged a few more polite words with the two.

Wu Yingyuan exchanged a glance with Chang Heyue. Chang Heyue’s eyes were filled with affection, while Wu Yingyuan’s gaze was gentle. Indeed, there were genuine feelings between the two.

Seeing this, Gu Zuo felt content.

After all, it was always a good thing when two people in love could be together.

At this point, the martial arts competition for marriage had come to a complete end.

Now, Chang Heyue needed to return to Thousand-Fathom City immediately to deliver the betrothal gifts as quickly as possible. After that, they would have to discuss the details of the wedding—these were matters that required attention.

When Chang Heyue left, he was unusually eager.

He was just as eager to bring Wu Yingyuan home as soon as possible…

In the blink of an eye, three days passed.

Now, it was the day of Wu Yingyuan’s wedding.

Since Gu Zuo and Gongyi Tianheng were attending the banquet, they naturally rose early and dressed themselves carefully.

Gongyi Tianheng was still clad in a brocade robe, but this one was more refined and luxurious than before. It was also a spiritual weapon, with a black robe embroidered with blood patterns, making him look even more dignified.

Gu Zuo thought for a moment and chose a similar style to his big brother’s, but his attire was more form-fitting—a light yellow robe, exuding warmth while retaining a touch of vitality.

When the two emerged, they naturally caught people’s attention.

Wu Yingyuan and Chang Heyue’s marriage had long been approved by the lords of both cities. The betrothal gift from Thousand-Fathom City was not some rare treasure but a small teleportation array built outside the city lords’ residences of both cities, capable of transporting five people at a time. It was a costly construction and very practical for the newlywed couple.

The sincerity of Thousand-Fathom City was evident, and Wu Zhenhuang reciprocated. He decided that the wedding ceremony would be held at the City Lord’s residence in Thousand-Fathom City. Naturally, the banquet was also relocated to the outside of Thousand-Fathom City’s City Lord’s residence.

This time, Gongyi Tianheng and Gu Zuo were to accompany Wu Zhenhuang to Thousand-Fathom City to attend the grand wedding ceremony.

Wu Yingyuan was placed in a soft sedan chair, carried by skilled martial artists. Accompanied by a grand entourage led by Wu Zhenhuang, consisting of wedding escorts and banquet guests, the procession was large and festive. The spectacle caught the attention of people from both cities, showcasing the grandeur of a city lord marrying off his daughter and another city lord welcoming his bride.

It wasn’t long before they reached Thousand-Fathom City.

Thousand-Fathom City was located to the southwest of Eight Desolation City. Unlike Silver Wing City, which occasionally faced external threats, Thousand-Fathom City lay safely behind Silver Wing and Eight Desolation Cities, only coming under threat if the other two cities fell. Nevertheless, the city lord of Thousand-Fathom City remained vigilant. His son, Chang Heyue, was diligent in his cultivation, displaying formidable combat prowess. Now, after marrying Wu Yingyuan, he was expected to undergo even more trials and training.

City lords were often strategic thinkers, planning several steps ahead, making their intentions hard for outsiders to discern. Yet, the current signals were clear: Thousand-Fathom City and Eight Desolation City were aligned in their fate.

Thousand-Fathom City was a place where martial arts were highly esteemed. The city was surrounded by high peaks, with the city lord’s residence situated beneath a towering peak, exuding an imposing presence.

Now, the area around the city lord’s residence was adorned with festive decorations. A long red carpet stretched out, as Chang Heyue, with a radiant smile, walked briskly to personally assist Wu Yingyuan out of the flower-decorated sedan. Together, they walked along the red carpet into the ceremonial hall, bowing to their elders from both sides.

Gongyi Tianheng and Gu Zuo, seated in the high seats, witnessed Chang Heyue and Wu Yingyuan’s ceremonial bows. They also saw Chang Heyue lift Wu Yingyuan’s bridal veil, revealing her beautiful face, and watched the couple offer toasts to the gathered guests.

After a while, Gu Zuo instructed a nearby maid to deliver his gift.

The maid obediently presented the gift to Wu Zhenhuang, who was drinking with Chang Heyue’s father, the city lord of Thousand-Fathom City, Chang Heyan. Wu Zhenhuang received the gift, and upon hearing that it was from Gu Zuo, his actions became notably cautious.

Chang Heyan, never having seen Wu Zhenhuang so careful, chuckled and asked, “Who sent this gift that has you so nervous? This isn’t like you at all.”

While tucking the wooden box into his sleeve, Wu Zhenhuang replied, “The things around us are valuable, but they do not tempt me. However, what this person gave me is different and should not be underestimated.”

Chang Heyan grew even more curious. “What is it?”

Wu Zhenhuang shook his head.

Lowering his voice, Chang Heyan pressed, “Just show it to me. We are now allies; there’s no need to keep secrets. Also, is the gift-giver here? Who are they? What is their background? You must tell me, lest I offend them by accident, which would be unseemly.”

Wu Zhenhuang paused, then said, “You have a point.”

Afterward, he took Chang Heyan to a relatively secluded spot nearby, pulled out the wooden box from his sleeve, and opened it in front of Chang Heyan.

Inside the box were three bottles.

Chang Heyan was momentarily stunned. “Pills?”

What kind of pills would be given as a gift? And only three of them? Ordinary ones wouldn’t do.

Immediately, he noticed Wu Zhenhuang’s face lighting up with delight, making him even more curious.

Soon, Wu Zhenhuang opened one of the bottles and poured out a pill.

Chang Heyan frowned slightly. “No pill fragrance…” Ah.

Before he could finish speaking, he saw clouds of multicolored mist forming around the pill, and suddenly it dawned on him!

It was—Cloud Mist Pills!

Wu Zhenhuang quickly put the pill back into the bottle and opened the second one.

Inside the second bottle was Cloud Mist Pill, and the third bottle, unlike the others, had a strong pill fragrance. Judging by the refreshing and flawless scent, it was a flawless pill, specifically meant for breaking through from the Ascendant Realm to the Celestial Realm!

Chang Heyan slowly exhaled. “So, it’s this…”

He was currently at the peak of the Ascendant Realm, and he couldn’t help but envy Wu Zhenhuang.

It was obvious that the pill was meant for Wu Zhenhuang to consume!

Seeing Chang Heyan’s reaction, Wu Zhenhuang patted his shoulder. “These two Cloud Mist Pills, one is for Yue’er, and the other for Yingyuan.”

Chang Heyan was taken aback. “You’re really giving one to Yue’er?”

Wu Zhenhuang sighed. “The one who sent these three pills, that Pharmacist Gu, likely intended for it to be this way.”