"I have it with me," Bai Ye said as he set down the box.

"First, fetch some water to clean the wounds."

Li Sheng carefully held the opponent's delicate wrist, channeling his energy with precision.

The internal situation was complex, requiring his full attention.

Soon, two basins of water were brought in, and upon seeing the sweat on Li Sheng’s forehead, Liu Hongying quickly wiped it away.

Bai Ye checked Liu's injuries—there were wounds on her collarbone, thigh, and abdomen.

"Quickly clean the wounds and apply medicine to stop the bleeding," Li Sheng urged.

The clash of true energy and demonic energy intensified, causing waves that threatened Li Sheng’s defenses.

To avoid drawing attention, his energy output was minimal, only protecting vital areas.

"Yes!" They divided tasks: Bai Ye cleaned the upper wounds while Liu Hongying focused on the thigh.

As they worked, a delicate scene unfolded, creating an awkward atmosphere.

Li Sheng focused inward, carefully channeling his energy.

After some effort, they managed to bandage the wounds.

"Senior brother, let me take over," Bai Ye suggested, seeing the sweat pouring from Li Sheng's forehead.

"If I withdraw my energy now, it would worsen the situation. Just a bit longer," Li Sheng shook his head.

"Master, how is my mother?" Liu Hongying asked, her eyes red with worry.

Li Sheng seemed not to hear her question, intent on his task.

"Ugh!"

Liu Hongfeng coughed up blood again, and Li Sheng's expression darkened.

Things were escalating—he knew whether Liu would be saved depended on this crucial moment.

With that thought, he pressed his hand against her abdomen, the smooth warmth causing a ripple of emotions.

He quickly dismissed any distractions, splitting his energy to protect both her organs and her dantian.

"She’s a refined warrior; a lower-tier warrior wouldn't have survived this," Li Sheng mused.

His energy not only shielded against the shockwaves but also protected her organs, consuming his focus.

Moments passed, and his clothes were soaked with sweat, heat rising from his head.

Liu Hongying wanted to help him wipe his sweat, but Bai Ye stopped her, knowing any distraction could undo their efforts.

Time dragged on, and Li Sheng's complexion grew pale.

After several hours, the situation inside Liu's body calmed; the true energy and demonic energy had reached a strange balance.

Li Sheng knew this state wouldn’t last—if it erupted again, it would be too late.

"Mm~"

Liu Hongfeng groaned and struggled to open her eyes.

"Where... where is this?"

"Mother! You’re awake!"

"After you fell unconscious, it was Brother Master who saved you. Several hours have passed, and he has been healing you all this time."

Seeing her mother awake, Liu Hongying was overjoyed, chattering away.

Feeling the warmth at her wrist and abdomen, Liu Hongfeng felt a blush rise.

In nearly thirty years of life, it was her first time being so close to a man.

"Li... Master Li... thank you for saving me..."

Sensing the awkwardness, Li Sheng quickly withdrew his hand.

"Master Liu, try to sense if you can control your inner energy," he suggested, changing the subject.

Liu Hongfeng closed her eyes to feel, and when she opened them again, her expression was grim.

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"Thank you for your help, Master Li... the demonic energy and true energy have fused completely, eroding my body. Even a top-tier Golden Core Pill may not help, but thank you for letting me see Hongying again."

Liu Hongfeng smiled gently, seeming to find peace.

"You won’t have any issues...," Liu Hongying's eyes turned red, pouting.

Hearing her mother, Li Sheng and Bai Ye exchanged a knowing glance.

"Master Liu, if I can heal you, how about you and your daughter join my Qingling Sect?" Li Sheng asked confidently.

Having a sixth-tier warrior would fulfill the sect’s requirements for advancement.

"We agree! We agree!" Liu Hongying exclaimed eagerly, as if grasping at a final lifeline.

"Wait a moment, Master Liu, do not rejoice too early to avoid worsening your condition. I’ll be right back."

After saying that, Li Sheng turned to leave.

To spare her daughter's feelings, Liu Hongfeng didn’t elaborate but accepted her fate inwardly.

"Master Liu, with such a big issue, where is your husband?"

"Husband?" Liu Hongfeng hesitated; before she could explain, Liu Hongying rushed in.

"Mother isn't married; I was picked up by her," Liu Hongying sniffled.

"I see," Bai Ye nodded.

After a short while, Li Sheng returned, standing by the bed, pouring out a pill from a jade bottle.

"Four patterns? A top-tier Golden Core Pill?!!!"

Seeing the pill, Liu Hongfeng's mouth fell open in disbelief as she looked at Li Sheng.

"Yes, it’s a top-tier pill," Li Sheng smiled.

A top-tier pill for a sixth-tier expert seemed a worthy exchange to him.

Moreover, the two siblings were now seventh-tier, capable of contending with sixth-tier warriors, alleviating concerns about competition.

"This is too precious..." Liu Hongfeng understood the pill's value—something a mere sixth-tier warrior shouldn't possess.

Yet, with survival at stake, how could anyone resist?

Noticing her hesitation, Li Sheng teased, "Master Liu, there’s no need to refuse; just fulfill my conditions."

"Thank you, Master Li!"

Liu Hongfeng took a deep breath, no longer refusing, and swallowed the pill, determined to repay him well in the future.

"Let’s go; Master Liu needs rest to recover. We should step out," Li Sheng suggested.

Outside, he inquired about the circumstances.

After Liu Hongying explained, Li Sheng understood why the Evil Wolf Valley dared to act against the Flower Sect under the protection of an alliance.

It turned out a few elders of the Flower Sect had betrayed them, siding with the Evil Wolf Valley—internal strife of this nature was outside the alliance's jurisdiction.

Evil Wolf Valley was also a tier-three force, ranking among the top sects around the Changqing Mountain Range.

With three sixth-tier warriors within, they dispatched just one to easily seize the Flower Sect's territory.

As time passed, afternoon arrived, and Li Sheng instructed the kitchen to prepare more food.

Creak~

The tightly closed door slowly opened, revealing Liu Hongfeng in a blue robe, a hint of color returning to her face.

The robe was brought by Bai Ye but fit her tightly, accentuating her curves and almost causing Li Sheng to lose focus.

Sensing his gaze, Liu Hongfeng blushed, then straightened up to bow:

"I am Liu Hongfeng from the Qingling Sect, greetings, Master Li!"