The funny counterattack of traveling through time and space and becoming a vicious female supporting

Chapter 247 Zhuge Linger

The next morning, Lu Ling'er was summoned by Elder Shangguan Yu to meet with Shangguan Xuanwu, the head of the Tianyu Medical Sect. As she entered the sect's main hall, her gaze involuntarily flickered to the four elders seated at the main seats: Shangguan Yu, Shangguan Ling, Shangguan Ming, and Shangguan Yue. The atmosphere in the hall was unusually solemn, and subtle tension wore on the elders' faces. Besides them, a strange man stood beside them: Long Lin, the leader of Emperor Yuande's Dragon Guards. He was the one responsible for finding Lu Ling'er and bringing her to treat Li Yun.

Lu Ling'er bowed slightly, but a sense of unease welled up in her heart. She had a vague feeling that this summons wasn't simply for medical treatment; there must be other motives behind it.

Shangguan Xuanwu narrowed his eyes, his gaze deep and piercing, as if sizing up every detail of her. He spoke slowly, his voice low but carrying a hint of inquiry that couldn't be ignored: "Miss Lu, I've heard you're a skilled doctor. Where did you learn your skills? Have you ever received guidance from a master?" His tone tinged with subtle suspicion and tentativeness, as if he were waiting for an answer.

Lu Ling'er's brow furrowed slightly, a cloud of doubt welling up in her heart. She had never heard of the specific person "that person" referred to, and the question left her perplexed. She replied calmly, "Master Shangguan, the expert you're referring to is..." Before she finished her words, she noticed everyone's gazes focusing on her, as if awaiting her response. Even Long Lin frowned slightly.

Shangguan Xuanwu sighed lightly, his expression unchanged, but a hint of disappointment flashed in his eyes, "Could it be that the girl is not that person's closed disciple? Or, is she that person's family member?" There was a hidden expectation in his tone, as if her answer could reveal a huge secret.

Lu Ling'er's heart skipped a beat, instantly realizing this "that person" must be someone extremely important, perhaps renowned for their medical skills. She paused for a moment, then replied with a firm expression, "Master, I'm truly sorry, but I don't know who 'that person' you're referring to. If it's convenient for you, could you please tell me a little more?"

Shangguan Xuanwu gave her a deep look, his gaze like a sharp knife, seemingly piercing every word she spoke. He sighed softly, a mixture of disappointment and subtle anticipation. "It seems you really don't know." His tone was filled with mixed emotions, but he quickly regained his composure. "If that's the case, then let's not talk about it." He then turned and gestured to Long Lin.

Seeing this, Long Lin stepped forward and whispered to Shangguan Xuanwu, "Sect Master, the Emperor has ordered that we must assist Miss Lu. Her medical skills are truly miraculous and have already cured Young Master Li. Now we just need to cooperate with Young Master Li's recovery, and we will be able to complete our mission."

Shangguan Xuanwu nodded slightly, turned to Lu Linger, and his tone softened a little: "Since the commander of the Dragon Guards personally recommended you and the emperor has this intention, our sect will certainly assist you with all its strength. If there is anything unclear in the future, please feel free to ask me for advice." Although his voice was gentle, the inquiry in his eyes seemed to have never dissipated.

Lu Linger was full of doubts, but she did not show them. She just nodded calmly: "Thank you for the help, Sect Master and the elders. Linger will do her best." She felt as if she had entered an intricate web, and there seemed to be some invisible force behind it controlling everything.

Shangguan Xuanwu's gaze was slightly deep, as if he was about to speak but hesitated, but in the end he did not ask any further questions. The atmosphere in the hall eased slightly, and Lu Linger breathed a sigh of relief, but the uneasiness in her heart did not completely dissipate.

After leaving the hall, Lu Ling'er felt a strange feeling creeping into her heart. She recalled the reactions of the Sect Master and the elders, and gradually pieced the whole thing together. She couldn't help but speculate, "These people's attitudes and words don't just seem to be concerned about Li Yun's condition. Their interest in me seems to harbor deeper motives."

She was well aware that, despite the superior medical skills of the Tianyu Medical Sect, even the sect's elders could not completely cure the toxins in Li Yun's body. The appearance of Long Lin, coupled with Emperor Yuande's attention to Li Yun, gradually made her realize that Li Yun might be hiding a profound secret.

"It seems the Emperor's true intentions might not simply be to cure the disease," Lu Ling'er mused to herself, muttering softly. She suddenly remembered the mysterious "Land of Revelation." She had read a few brief accounts of the legend of the Land of Revelation in ancient texts. It seemed that the legends described it as a mysterious place, home to endless treasures and powerful dragon veins, the foundation of the empire. Yet, no one had yet found a way to enter.

If his guess was correct, Li Yun seemed to be the key to unlocking the secret of the Land of Apocalypse. Emperor Yuande had obviously developed a strong interest in this secret and even hoped to uncover the seal of the treasure through Li Yun.

"Then why am I dragged into this situation?" Lu Ling'er took a deep breath, feeling an unprecedented pressure. While she wasn't unreasonable, she was also aware that she might have been thrust into a situation where she had no choice. All she could do was to move forward, detoxify Li Yun as quickly as possible, and uncover the truth about the Land of Apocalypse.

"It seems I need to be more careful," Lu Linger muttered to herself, her eyes determined. Now that she was involved in this complicated situation, she had to be fully prepared, not only to protect herself, but also to help Li Yun uncover the mystery of it all.