Chapter 721— Well-trained Animal
No one should be able to go into my study room, and it is even more unlikely that someone can breach the array without notifying me.
But, what if someone really gets in?
Nalan Zhengze frowned. He was cautious by nature, and he always followed the principal of killing someone by mistake rather than letting someone go.
Therefore, he found an excuse to leave during the banquet and hurriedly came to the study room.
Nalan Zhengze breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the security guards patrolling outside the study room and heard them reported that there was nothing unusual.
When he entered the study room, he found that the array was still intact. He was a little amused that he was too cautious.
But since Nalan Zhengze was here, he decided to check it out so he could rest assured.
A dark red light lit up in the cave, this was the fire attribute crystal stone used for lighting.
The red light illuminated every corner of the small cave, and it finally shined on the young man restrained by the chains in the corner of the cave.
The corner of Nalan Zhengze’s mouth conjured up a satisfied smile.
I was indeed worrying about the impossible thing. Who would have thought that there is such a big secret hidden in my study room? Who could come in here without notifying me?
After the young man saw him, his shrank violently, then he curled his whole body into a corner in a wailing voice. He was shaking slightly.
Thinking of the figures he had just seen, the young man suddenly forgot his fear. He couldn’t help struggling vigorously again, pulling the chains desperately and trying to rush out.
The chains tightened his skin and flesh, causing his hands, feet and neck that were worn out to bleed a little.
Nalan Zhengze condescendingly looked at the noisy young man, and h said with disgust, “What is the fuss? Haven’t you suffered enough?”
As he said, there was a whip in his hand, and he whipped it at the young man.
The whip hit the young man, leaving a few more bloodstains on his already scarred body.
Feeling the pain, the young man screamed. His whole body curled up, shivering and letting out a low whine.
Then Nalan Zhengze retracted the whip with satisfaction. He took out a plate and placed it on the ground.
There was a cluster of green substance that emitted a sour smell on the plate.
Nalan Zhengze sneered, “Eat! After eating enough, you can only supply me with enough blood. Haha, my well-known detoxification pill in the Miluo Continent, Jiuqu Lingshen Pill still has to rely on you to provide me with the main medicine!”
He Xi and Nangong Yu looked at each other in the hidden dark place on the top of the cave, and both eyes showed a shocking expression.
The young man in the corner curled himself up into a ball. He was still whining as if he could not hear Nalan Zhengze’s voice.
Nalan Zhengze frowned. The whip in his hand whipped the ground fiercely, then he said sternly shouted, “Little beast, I ask you to eat it, you hear me?”
The sound of the whip on the ground made the boy tremble violently.
The next moment, the body rushed over like instinct, lying on the ground, sticking out his tongue to lick the sour food on the plate.
In the dark hole, the young man put his hands on the ground, he kneeled down and buried his entire face in the food bowl.
When he was eating, the smelly food covered his face, but he didn’t seem to notice it. He ate very quickly.
In just a few moments, the food on that plate was finished up.
However, the boy’s eating movement did not look like a human at all, but like a well-trained animal.
Chapter 722 – Nalan Zhengze's Resentment"
Nalan Zhengze watched as the young boy licked the food residue off his hand, a twisted smile of satisfaction on his face. He muttered in a deranged manner, "An Lingyue, have you seen it? Have you seen how your children have ended up? Hahaha..."
He continued, tauntingly, "Look at what kind of monsters you have given birth to. One is a waste without spiritual roots, and the other is a natural medicine man. One was abandoned by me in the countryside, deprived of enough food and clothing. Even a servant can bully her. And now that she is married to the fat pig, Zhu Zhongba, she is destined for a miserable fate. As for the other one, he can only be imprisoned in this cave like a dog for the rest of his life, without a name or identity. He can only provide me with the main medicine for the Jiuqu Lingshen Pill."
Nalan Zhengze's face contorted with resentment and jealousy as he spoke. His eyes burned with hatred as he continued, "An Lingyue, do you regret seeing the fate of your two children in hell?"
He blamed her, his voice filled with venom, "It's all your fault. Because you, that bitch, looked down on me! You didn't even let me touch you, and you dared to think of leaving with your children. Hehehe... and what are the results? This is the result!"
"Do you think that by secretly sealing the secret book and pill prescription in your daughter's body, I wouldn't be able to get anything? But you didn't expect that your son's blood would have miraculous effects... just by extracting his blood and flesh, our Nalan Family became famous, and I became the first physician of Jin Ling Kingdom."
The cruelty in Nalan Zhengze's eyes flashed momentarily before he unleashed his anger on the young boy in the corner. He struck him several times with the whip, venting his rage, and then turned and left the secret room.
The Nalan Family's dinner was not yet over, and he still had to attend as the host.
Before Nalan Zhengze completely left, He Xi descended from the sky and landed in front of the young boy.
The boy was startled by her sudden appearance, his eyes filled with panic and fear. But as he looked at her face, his purple eyes couldn't help but show a glimmer of excitement and a longing to approach her.
He Xi closed her eyes, enduring the brutality and tyranny that wanted to kill someone, and slowly approached the young boy.
A whimpering sound escaped the boy's mouth. His hands were on the ground, as if he was ready to defend himself, yet also filled with panic.
Nangong Yu caught up from behind He Xi, drew out his flying sword, and swiftly cut the chains binding the young boy's hands. Although the chains were forged from dark steel, Nangong Yu's "Sealed Dragon Sword" imitation effortlessly severed them.
As the chains fell away, the young boy stood frozen in place. He couldn't believe that he was finally free. He raised his hands, no longer bound, his eyes filled with confusion.
Nangong Yu approached and examined the helmet on the boy's head. Shaking his head at He Xi, he said, "The structure of this helmet is quite complex. If I break it open with a sword, the impact of the sword energy may harm him."
As Nangong Yu approached, the young boy quickly backed away. Whimpering sounds escaped his mouth, and his eyes were filled with fear and caution. The presence of Nangong Yu was overwhelming, making him too afraid to do anything except curl up into a ball.
Chapter 723— Sinister and Vicious
He Xi took a deep breath, approaching the young boy with caution. She squatted down in front of him, their eyes meeting. The purple lights in their gazes flickered.
In a soft and gentle tone, He Xi whispered, "Good boy, sit still and let me see, okay?"
The boy tilted his head and made an indescribable sound from his throat. Obediently, he squatted with his legs and hands crossed on his chest, resembling a well-behaved shepherd dog.
Witnessing his instinctive reaction, He Xi's heart ached. Despite being Nalan He Xi's younger brother, seeing his current state filled her with distress.
Without hesitation, He Xi examined the structure of the helmet. With just one look, her eyes filled with a surge of anger. Nalan Zhengze was truly sinister and vicious. The helmet on the boy's head had a fine needle connected to his brain nerve.
Removing the helmet forcibly would result in the needle piercing the boy's baihui acupoint, causing instant bleeding and death. Even as a miracle healer, He Xi might not be able to save him in time.
Furthermore, Nangong Yu had stopped her from acting rashly earlier. There was a secret array within the helmet, and Nalan Zhengze likely held the control. Any sudden change could activate the array, leading to the young boy's demise alongside Nalan Zhengze.
What a vicious Doctor Nalan.
Undeterred by the boy's dirty smell, He Xi lightly patted his shoulder and retrieved a silver needle. She swiftly pierced the helmet multiple times, causing it to emit a clicking sound. The needle ejected upward, piercing the top of the cave.
The helmet, once covering the young boy's head, split in half and fell to the ground.
Nangong Yu illuminated the young boy's face with a crystal stone, revealing a pale complexion devoid of color. The helmet's pressure had made his face appear extremely thin, but it couldn't hide his remarkable facial features and delicate appearance.
Without needing to guess, Nangong Yu knew that this was Nalan He Xi's true brother.
He Xi stared at the young boy in front of her, her expression blank. The boy seemed uncomfortable with the weight of the object being removed from his face, continuously scratching his own face. Whining sounds escaped his mouth, resembling that of a little puppy.
He Xi reached out and pressed his hand gently, her voice hoarse as she said, "Don't move."
She channeled pure water spiritual power into her palm, using it to cleanse the mud and food waste from the young man's hand. The clean hand appeared just as pale as his face, thin and frail.
What was more chilling were the fine and dense scars covering his hands. Some were still fresh, red, and swollen from infection. Initially, He Xi thought the scars were from iron chains, but she now realized they were the result of sharp blade cuts.
Gently stroking the boy's red and swollen scars, He Xi asked in a low voice, "Does it hurt?"
The boy seemed to sense her somber mood, immediately emitting a whining sound. Then, he made a move that left He Xi shocked.
Chapter 724— Reunion and Protection
The young boy gently blew on He Xi's hand, hoping to bring her comfort. He Xi was taken aback, unable to believe what she was experiencing. His attempt at laughter turned into an awkward twitch of his facial muscles.
Seeing that He Xi didn't respond, the boy assumed she was still in pain. Determined to alleviate her suffering, he blew on her hand once again.
"Xiao Chi!" He Xi exclaimed, her voice filled with a mixture of surprise and disbelief. She reached out and caressed the boy's face, studying every detail.
The more He Xi looked at him, the more she saw the resemblance. His eyebrows and features resembled her little brother, Xiao Chi, from her previous life in the orphanage.
The boy seemed stunned by He Xi's cry, his eyes filled with confusion and bewilderment. His purple eyes locked onto He Xi's, and then, as if by a miracle, he uttered two words in a hoarse and chaotic voice, "Sister..."
Tears welled up in He Xi's eyes, streaming down her face and soaking her clothes. She was unsure if the tears belonged to her or Nalan Hexi, but the word "sister" struck a chord deep within her heart.
He Xi embraced the boy, his dirty and smelly body pressed against her. In a trembling voice, she murmured, "Xiao Chi... Xiao Chi..."
He was the little figure who had protected her time and time again. The younger brother who willingly faced the horrors of the laboratory for her sake. He was the only family she had in her previous life, irreplaceable.
Now, Xiao Chi stood before her once more. Regardless of whether he was Nalan Hexi's younger brother or her own, He Xi was determined to protect him from any harm.
At first, the boy panicked and tried to escape from He Xi's embrace. But as he caught the familiar scent emanating from her, a scent he had longed for and missed, his nervousness subsided. He leaned his head on He Xi's shoulder, emitting a soothing sound reminiscent of a contented beast.
In a display of affection, he even turned his head and gently licked the skin on the side of He Xi's neck. It was his way of expressing intimacy and love.
Nangong Yu, who had been observing from the sidelines, had tried to convince himself that he was He Xi's brother, suppressing any feelings of jealousy or anger. But he could no longer contain himself.
This little troublemaker dared to throw himself into He Xi's arms, and now he even dared to lick her! Nangong Yu's patience reached its limit.
With a stern expression, Nangong Yu stepped forward, gripping the boy's neck and lifting him away from He Xi. The boy's face contorted with fear and caution, his body tensed.
Feeling the powerful aura emanating from Nangong Yu, the boy gradually relaxed. However, the scars of his abusive past made him instinctively wary. He shivered and emitted a low, heart-wrenching moan.
Concerned, He Xi stood up and called out to Nangong Yu, urging him to stop. She reminded him of the potential harm he could cause to the boy.
Nangong Yu frowned, his hostility towards the boy intensifying as he held him in his grasp.
Chapter 725— The True and Fake Nalan Ziyun
This kid is really annoying! Xi'er actually scolds me for him! However, he didn't show his annoyance on his face. He just said with a gentle expression, "Xi'er, this is not a place for reminiscing. Let's leave here as soon as possible. This kid... uh, your brother has been locked up by Nalan Zhengze for so long, he may have done something to him. If he finds out, it will not be good."
He Xi immediately realized it and looked at Nangong Yu with guilt, "Sorry, I lost my composure just now. You're right. We have to find a way to prevent Nalan Zhengze from discovering that Xiao Chi is missing."
Nangong Yu placed the teenager to the side, hugged He Xi in his arms, and said softly, "Silly girl, how can I blame you? No matter what you want to do, I will always support you. You are the only wife for me, Nangong Yu."
As he spoke, he cast a fierce glance at the ignorant and somewhat scared young boy. He warned with his eyes: Did you see that, brat? Your sister belongs to me, so stay away from her if you're smart.
He Xi's face flushed. Her heart was touched and filled with sweetness. If it weren't for Nangong Yu, she wouldn't know when she would find her own brother and whether she could rescue him safely.
Damn Nalan Zhengze! He actually used my brother's flesh and blood to gain the title of Miracle Healer. He kept my brother like an animal, subjecting him to a life worse than that of a pig or a dog.
She didn't have much hatred for the Nalan Family before. She was merely watching from the sidelines, waiting for the show to unfold. But now, things were different.
Nalan Mansion, Nalan Zhengze—I, He Xi, swear that I will make them pay a thousandfold for what they've done in the past!
With this in mind, He Xi's eyes flashed, and she sneered, "Nangong Yu, can I ask you to do something for me?"
"Hmm?"
"Bring someone in here for me."
Nalan Ziyun regained consciousness, overwhelmed by the repulsive stench that made him want to vomit. He opened his eyes in a daze, only to see a thin, pale, yet handsome face.
The young man approached him, curiously tilting his head and looking at him with clear, doubtful eyes.
"Who are you?!" Nalan Ziyun panicked and reached out to push him away. But before he could touch the young boy's face, the boy, startled, bit Nalan Ziyun's hand.
The sharp teeth tore through his skin, and even his bones felt the force of the bite. Blood gushed out instantly.
"Ahh—!!" Nalan Ziyun let out an ear-piercing scream as he pulled his hand back. He felt an even more intense pain. When he looked at his hand, he saw that a piece of flesh had been bitten off from the edge of his left palm.
The intense pain triggered anger and a surge of killing intent in Nalan Ziyun's heart. As a pampered young master, he was not accustomed to such pain and humiliation.
Gazing at the young boy, his eyes emitted a chilling killing intent, and his spiritual power fluctuated violently.
The young man bared his teeth, holding a piece of meat in his mouth, appearing nervous, panicked, and alert. He kept his hands on the ground, staring straight at Nalan Ziyun.
Suddenly, a slender, white hand, as if carved from beautiful jade, lifted him up from the ground. The hand gently stroked the young man's hair, motioning for him to spit out the meat in his mouth.