Chapter 0010: The Filial Son of Anjia

Qin Feng sighed inwardly and took the initiative to step forward to diagnose An Haochen's parents

Qin Feng nodded slightly, understanding

Yunying Town is not large, and the residence of the An family is conveniently adjacent to that of the Lin family, making it just a blink away upon stepping outside

With the assistance of the three body-refining martial artists, Qin Sanqiu, Qin Zhao, and Qin He, it is just right to simultaneously control the iron ore vein and the medicinal herb garden

It is evident that An Haochen has taken excellent care of the two elders

Thank you, Young Master Qin Feng

The young man from the Anjia family

Detoxification is indeed easy

Filial son

As Qin Feng gazed at An Haochen, he noticed that the latter was also observing him, with a hint of surprise and scrutiny in his eyes. However, this expression quickly faded, and he stopped three steps away to bow, saying: "I have met Young Master Qin Feng."

An Haochen's gaze was piercing: "Indeed! I once sought Lin Lang's help, but at that time, Lin Lang did not possess the ability to refine pills, and my An family also lacked the means to purchase them... This time, I dare to ask Young Master Qin Feng, considering my modest contribution regarding the Lin family's iron mine, to extend a helping hand and assist the An family."

Lin Family Iron Mine, I, Qin Feng, owe you a favor; helping you is only natural

Qin Feng rose and left the bedroom

Qin Feng let out a faint sigh in his heart

Qin Feng smiled faintly and said, "To achieve a complete cure indeed cannot be accomplished overnight, but if it is merely about detoxification, it should be relatively simple. I will ask my master when I return, and once I have an answer, I will get back to you."

Please proceed

In a moment of distraction, An Haochen had already led the way to a bedroom in the backyard.

An Haochen let out a sigh of relief, his expression looking much better: "I have heard that Brother Qin Feng, you have resolved the difficulties left by Lin Lang in the medicinal herb garden, and have exceeded the tasks assigned by the Qin family. May I ask if you have already ventured into the realm of alchemy?"

In order to prevent the wanted Lin Lang from fleeing, Qin Wanli specifically left his two trusted aides, Qin Zhao and Qin He, behind before his departure, entrusting them to Qin Feng

Qin Feng felt a bit of a headache

As he stepped out of the Anjia courtyard, An Haochen hesitated several times along the way, and finally, just as Qin Feng was about to return to the Lin family residence, he couldn't help but pull him aside: "Young Master Qin Feng, are you searching for the batch of pig iron ore that Lin Lang has? I know where he has hidden it."

The poison has not been completely eradicated, and there are still remnants within the body. If the remaining poison can be eliminated, with your parents' martial artist constitution, after a few years of recuperation, they may gradually return to normal and perhaps have the opportunity to stand and walk again

Unlike the young masters of the Qin and Lin families, An Jia's young man has dismissed all the servants in the household. An Haochen, being both the pillar of the family and a servant, has lost the former glory he once had

This time, An Haochen fortuitously saved the lives of dozens of miners, which also helped Qin Feng. Qin Feng kept this favor in mind, but there were more important matters to attend to at the moment, so he did not take the initiative to seek him out

An Haochen is actually experimenting with alchemy on his own

As a god-level alchemist of later generations, Qin Feng could discern a wealth of information from these mixed herbal aromas. Within them, there were not only the scents of cultivated herbs but also the chaotic odors of one or two spiritual medicines and medicinal residues.

The Anjia brothers have been overly courteous. Our families were among the first pioneers to arrive in Yunying Town, and we are the original masters of this place. Your parents and my parents fought side by side as comrades. There is no need for excessive formality between us

You are indeed a filial son

Moreover

An Haochen had already returned to his usual demeanor and said: "The Daze Dynasty has always been clearly stratified. The Qin family is a prestigious family of the Daze Dynasty, while my An family is merely a fallen household from Yunying Town. Necessary courtesies must still be observed"

An Haochen smiled faintly; although it was well concealed, it was still keenly captured by Qin Feng in the fleeting glimmer of mockery in his eyes

An Haochen's eyes lit up: "Many doctors have said this, but to eliminate the residual toxins from the corpse, it is necessary to use the 'Detoxification Pill', supplemented with 'Skin Regeneration Water' and various health-preserving medicinal materials..."

The once formidable body-refining warrior has now fallen to the realm of the third level of vital energy and blood. In another two years, he will lose the support of his vital energy and blood, and be swiftly eroded by the poison of the dead...

This is a true filial son

... ...

Ten years ago, An Haochen's parents ventured into the misty and toxic marshes, and after being injured, their health deteriorated progressively. When An Haochen was eight years old, they fell ill and gradually became bedridden. In other words, at the age of eight, An Haochen began to bear the heavy responsibility of caring for his parents, a duty that continued for eight years

Qin Feng was very curious about why An Haochen had come to seek him out at this time. After all, in that lifetime, the An family young master was not much inferior to Lin Shuwan. He had sought medicine for his parents since childhood and had independently embarked on the path of alchemy. In later years, he was able to elevate a small, obscure sect to a level comparable to that of the Baicao Sect through his own efforts.

Qin Feng's eyes lit up

There is still hope

At that moment, a guard stationed at the door came to report that someone outside the Lin family residence was requesting an audience

This scene reminded Qin Feng of certain matters

The herbal medicine is normal, and the spiritual medicine is occasionally obtained, which is not particularly surprising. However, the smell of this medicinal residue is very similar to the scent of the remnants piled up by alchemy apprentices after repeated failures, fermented and placed in the soil.

An Haochen rose with understanding and chased after him, asking: "Young Master Qin Feng, how are my parents doing?"

Who

However, Qin Feng did not dare to express it directly; it would be fine to 'frame' it on the 'master'.

On the day Qin Wanli left, Qin Feng, accompanied by Qin Sanqiu and a team of Qin family guards, meticulously searched the Lin family residence, conducting a thorough search, yet they still could not find the original ore of mysterious iron hidden by the Lin family

Although An Haochen's parents are in a dire situation, the potency of the corpse poison is not strong. The corpse poison should originate from the same source, but the corpse demon at that time had not yet cultivated the poison to that extent.

On the second day, Qin Wanli left Yunying Town

In the past, it was rumored that a corpse demon, having cultivated to a refined state, appeared in the misty and toxic marshes. It fed on poisonous insects and demonic beasts, using various spiritual herbs and toxic mists from the marsh as resources for its cultivation. Ultimately, it reached a level of existence that even masters could not contend with. Countless adventurers ventured forth to encircle and kill it, but all met with failure, their efforts resulting in shattered hopes. Those who had come into contact with the corpse poison succumbed to its effects within a short time, with almost no means of rescue.

Oh?

I remember that your parents' illness was contracted in the miasmic swamp, infected by the poison of the dead, leaving them partially incapacitated... If only back then... sigh, never mind, I will go with you to take a look and see how things have progressed now

An Haochen, accustomed to it, leads the way ahead.

Qin Feng did not refuse

Such achievements were evident in the early stages of the revival of spiritual energy, indicating extraordinary talent

From the smell of the medicinal residue, it is not difficult to infer that the other party has been on the path of alchemy for some time

Truly deserving of being a person with innate talent in alchemy, having no cultivation resources, no renowned masters to guide, and no family background... How could the other party manage to reach this point? No wonder that in later generations, they could elevate a small, obscure sect to a level comparable to the Baicao Sect solely through their own efforts

In comparison to the Lin family residence, the An family residence appears much more dilapidated and weathered. The originally designed garden has been transformed into a space for growing vegetables and fruits, resembling a larger rural farmstead, starkly contrasting with the neighboring estate.

After carefully examining for a while, Qin Feng checked the physical condition and the flow of vital energy and blood in the bodies of the two individuals again

Although An Haochen did not believe that Qin Feng, who was the same age as him, could be of much help, he had heard some rumors in recent days. It was said that Qin Feng had become a disciple of a mysterious alchemist. If Qin Feng could go to his master to inquire about matters, there might still be some hope. Therefore, upon hearing that Qin Feng was willing to personally visit his parents, he immediately became excited

Upon entering the main hall, a faint fragrance of medicine permeated the air

Qin Feng nodded slightly

"Reporting to the young master, it is An Haocen from the An family." The visitor reported.

The An family can actually be considered the third largest family in Yunying Town, but their fortune is not as good as that of the Lin family. They have not been able to form marital alliances with other families, and thus have quickly been overshadowed by the Lin family. Today, the An family has fallen into decline, leaving only a pair of elderly individuals bedridden with serious illnesses and a young man, An Haochen, who is not yet sixteen years old.

Two middle-aged individuals, a man and a woman, both with gaunt faces and cold limbs, lie quietly on the bed, one on the left and the other on the right. Although the room is filled with a strong medicinal odor that even Qin Sanqiu finds hard to bear, covering his nose, An Haochen's parents appear very serene, their gazes remarkably calm

Where exactly will it be

"You wish to seek a elixir to cure your parents' ailments?" Qin Feng quickly understood the purpose of An Haochen's visit, feeling a slight warmth in his heart, with a smile in his eyes

The young man from Anjia has voluntarily withdrawn from the iron ore vein, and Qin Feng understands the reason—he does not wish to antagonize the Lin family and is actively avoiding conflict, leaving the battlefield to the Qin family. This visit is likely also due to the knowledge that the Lin family has already been suppressed by the Qin family and is being pursued by the authorities

In contemplation, a young man dressed in a slightly faded grayish-white short-sleeved shirt was brought in by the Qin family's guards

I have a rather inconvenient request this time, and I would like to ask Young Master Qin Feng for assistance

Qin Feng could no longer help but glance at An Haochen once more.