I Have Medicine

Chapter 588 - (Meeting elders) “Who gave birth to him?!”

In the Fengzong Academy, most students lived according to the academy’s dormitory rules, but if students had special reasons for not being able to follow the arrangements, they could apply for private courtyards.

Previously, Gu Qi and Zhao Ji were quite sociable, but after receiving the Cheng Tian Alliance’s legacy, they had to find a suitable place for independent cultivation—also to avoid exposing their secret to others.

Gongyi Tianheng and Gu Zuo happened to run into the two of them, who were temporarily there to retrieve some items. Gu Qi and Zhao Ji were just stepping out of the door, and they coincidentally met face to face.

Gu Zuo paused, “Father, Papa? Are you going out?”

Gu Qi, seeing Gu Zuo, also paused, almost simultaneously asking, “Xiao Zuo, didn’t you and Tianheng go to Eight DesolationsCity? Why are you back in less than three years?”

Then, the father and son began to answer each other’s questions.

Gu Qi said, “Your old man and I have moved. This time we came back to get a few things.”

Gu Zuo also said, “The mission is complete, so I came back with Big Brother first.”

Following that, the two couldn’t help but smile at each other.

Gongyi Tianheng also stepped forward, greeted them, and then smiled, “Perhaps we should first go to your new residence, Uncles, and then discuss the details.”

Zhao Ji was very composed, nodding slightly, “That works.”

Gu Qi and Gu Zuo had no objections, and soon, the group, led by Zhao Ji, successfully arrived at a cluster of relatively quiet and independent courtyard near the student living area. Each courtyard was separated by a considerable distance, ensuring privacy and truly peaceful surroundings.

Gu Zuo looked up, appreciating the view, and nodded, “This place is indeed good, much better than the previous one.”

Gu Qi was very cheerful, “The price is much better too! Thankfully, your old man can earn money now. Your dad, on the other hand, is much worse in that regard.”

Gu Zuo was very curious, “How so?”

Gu Qi pushed open the courtyard gate.

A rich surge of energy immediately enveloped them from within. Just taking a few breaths made them feel their Qi Sea tremble. Upon entering, they also felt a powerful restriction sealing the entire courtyard, preventing outsiders from easily prying into the activity inside.

Gu Zuo couldn’t help but praise, “A very secluded place.”

Gu Qi laughed heartily, “Living in this courtyard costs ten spirit crystals per month to rent, but the cultivation environment is excellent. Your old man has made some small achievements in inscription now. After helping others enhance the power of their magical weapons, or creating some inscription enchantments and offensive inscription artifacts, it’s enough to support this place.”

Gongyi Tianheng nodded discreetly upon hearing this. In fact, he could have arranged for the two uncles to live independently from the start, but at that time, they were new arrivals, and too much direct assistance might hinder their growth. Furthermore, it wouldn’t be conducive to them expanding their social network here. However, now that the two uncles had moved out entirely on their own abilities, it was different. Through inscription methods, they could also gain more “friends,” which would be purely their own connections, unrelated to Gongyi Tianheng—presumably, this was what Uncle Zhao Ji wanted.

Indeed, that was the case. While initially accepting Gongyi Tianheng’s help was a necessity because Gu Qi and Zhao Ji hadn’t adapted to the environment, later relying entirely on themselves was what they truly desired.

They were all adults, after all; relying entirely on their two children, what would that look like?

Currently, Zhao Ji was developing steadily and growing stronger. In the future, in areas Gongyi Tianheng could not oversee, Zhao Ji would certainly have his own place. Of course, everyone knew these things implicitly but wouldn’t deliberately voice them.

Gongyi Tianheng, with a glance around the courtyard, could spot some subtle traces left by others, likely those trusted by Gu Qi and Zhao Ji. In the future, these individuals might well form Gu Qi and Zhao Ji’s core team. After a quick look, he didn’t pay too much attention here, but instead followed Gu Zuo into the main hall and took a seat at Gu Qi’s invitation.

Gu Zuo glanced at the two of them, a hint of awkwardness appearing on his face.

Gu Qi noticed this and found it a bit strange. He thought his silly son and his partner had come to visit after returning from Eight Desolations City. Now, it seemed there was a visit, but more importantly… did they have something very difficult to tell them? However, these two children should know that if there was anything they could help with, they would naturally spare no effort.

…What could it be that seemed so… hard to say?

Gu Zuo, in front of his two fathers, naturally had nothing to hide. After a three-second silence, he slightly bent his arm, and just like before in the Blood Transformation Palace, a chubby white infant appeared in the crook of his arm. Then, he very directly placed the infant into Gu Qi’s arms.

Gu Qi was caught off guard, suddenly finding himself with an armful of baby. Before he could even ask anything, Gu Zuo had already said, “This is mine and Big Brother’s child, and also Papa and Father’s grandchild…”

Gu Qi’s mind went blank, his first reaction being: “Who gave birth?”

Gu Zuo: “…”

Gongyi Tianheng: “…”

‘Is Uncle Gu’s thought process too unusual compared to normal people’s?’

Zhao Ji, on the other hand, pondered for a moment and took the infant from Gu Qi’s hands. Compared to Gu Qi’s stiff posture, it must be said that Zhao Ji’s method was more appropriate. He spoke, “This shouldn’t be your biological child, right? Where did you pick him up, and you want to adopt him?”

…It must be said, under normal circumstances, Zhao Ji’s assumption would be correct. But the origin of this Little Changsheng was indeed that peculiar.

Gu Zuo looked embarrassed and said, “…No, Little Changsheng is mine and Big Brother’s biological child. It’s just that, we didn’t give birth to him ourselves; he hatched from a stone egg.”

Zhao Ji also paused: “Hatched?” ‘This method is unique.’

Gu Qi grew even more curious. He leaned down and examined Little Changsheng closely, noticing the child’s tender, fair skin and features that resembled both Gongyi Tianheng and his own silly son. If not for that, his first reaction wouldn’t have been such an embarrassing question.

Gu Zuo, naturally having nothing to hide from his parents, quickly repeated to them what he had previously told the Palace Master of the Blood Transformation Palace. Zhao Ji and Gu Qi listened, both sighing with a touch of emotion: “The affairs of this world truly are wondrous.”

Gu Zuo gave a wry smile. Indeed, who could argue with that? Even he and his Big Brother never expected it… they barely had time to react before being overwhelmed by the chubby Little Changsheng, instantly stepping into ‘married reality’.

After exchanging glances, everyone broke into smiles.

Gu Qi said, “It’s a good thing you two have a child, but this child won’t be easy to raise. You’ll need to put more thought into it from now on.”

Gu Zuo nodded in agreement: “We know.”

Then, Gongyi Tianheng also explained Little Changsheng’s aptitude and feeding requirements to Gu Qi and Zhao Ji. Both men listened, feeling a sense of deep emotion. They realized that it was quite rare for men who loved each other to have offspring, and upon reflection, these minor inconveniences were hardly bothersome. However, they weren’t overly envious. After raising Gu Zuo for so many years and investing so much of themselves, in their eyes, Gu Zuo was a biological son bestowed upon them by heaven. Mere blood relations no longer mattered to them.

Gu Zuo naturally saw his parents’ thoughts and was deeply moved. He might one day discover his true origins, but no matter his background, his lineage, or what kind of other parents he might have, to him, no elder would ever be more important than his Father and Papa.

Zhao Ji gently stroked Little Changsheng’s chubby face in his arms, watching his tiny hand grasp his finger. A smile, rare for his usually serious face, flickered across his features.

Then, he said, “This matter was too sudden, and your Papa and I hadn’t prepared a meeting gift. In a few days, after I’ve made arrangements, I’ll make sure Little Changsheng gets his.”

Such a meeting gift was a blessing from elders to the younger generation, so Gu Zuo naturally wouldn’t refuse and said with a smile, “Then Little Changsheng will be waiting.”

Zhao Ji nodded gently.

Gu Qi, however, frowned: “Tianheng… don’t know about this yet, do they?”

He had long been aware of the two youngsters’ plans and knew they wouldn’t marry for a while, so he hadn’t been displeased that Gongyi Tianheng hadn’t explicitly mentioned his relationship with his silly son to the Gongyi family yet. After all, he knew that Gongyi Tianheng came from a family, and he himself was a pillar of the Gongyi family, so every move had to be cautious, and things indeed had to proceed slowly, without rash actions.

But now it was different. Little Changsheng had been born. If he continued to delay telling them, what would happen to Little Changsheng? The longer it was kept secret, the more awkward it would likely be when the Gongyi family found out.

Gongyi Tianheng was well-prepared and calmly stated, “After Ah Zuo and I visit you two uncles, we’ll take Little Changsheng to meet my family.” His initial plan to visit the two uncles first was because they would be quicker to accept the news, while his family would likely be more troublesome. After this visit, they would naturally go there immediately.

Upon hearing this, and seeing his silly son show no hint of surprise, Gu Qi knew they had indeed discussed it long ago. Feeling somewhat satisfied, he said, “Since that’s the case, you two should hurry. Don’t delay too long.”

Gu Zuo listened and quickly agreed: “We understand.” In his heart, a wave of nervousness surged.

Gu Qi and Zhao Ji indeed didn’t keep them any longer, simply watching them leave.

Gu Zuo placed Little Changsheng back on the stone bed in the Medicine Celestial Grand Hall. After exchanging a glance with Gongyi Tianheng, he headed towards the large compound where the Gongyi family resided within the Ten Ultimates Sect.

Upon reaching the entrance, Gongyi Tianheng first knocked on the door. Soon, faint, rustling footsteps could be heard from inside—a very soft sound, indicating a graceful woman. Gu Zuo knew who this woman was, and his heart immediately tightened.

This was… his coming out to Big Brother’s family! He wondered what his Big Brother’s family would think of him after they found out…