Disease rights policy

Wu Yang allowed Qiao Ran to stay, which meant he agreed to take Qiao Ran as his disciple.

Qiao Ran was dragged by Ge Qingqing and the others to choose a house, running around the yard.

Pei Chenghu followed Wu Yang to sit in the front, and Wu Yang's expression became somewhat solemn as soon as they left the backyard.

Pei Chenghu sat down opposite him. "Qiao Qiao's skills are mediocre, and she doesn't have much internal strength, but she was able to search us right under everyone's noses. Qingqing and Fugui aside, neither Lao Cheng nor I noticed. Commander, what about you?"

Wu Yang leaned on the table, "I didn't notice either."

Pei Chenghu's expression was not good. He gave a wry smile and said, "Qiao Qiao relies solely on her hand skills. To be able to master these skills to such an extraordinary degree, it would be difficult to find another person in this world."

Besides, how old is Qiao Ran now? Thinking about this, the two of them quieted down.

"No wonder the young master wanted her to come to Tuoyue Pavilion. If we keep her here, it will be too terrible in time."

Pei Chenghu nodded in agreement and said in a low voice, "If she had a good martial arts skill to rely on, plus those unfathomable hands, give her ten years, and even if she encountered the most peerless master, as long as she got close, what difference would there be between killing someone and taking something out of a bag?"

The two dared not think too much about it. Cold sweat gradually seeped from Wu Yang's forehead. The young master wanted to cultivate Qiao Ran and turn her into a sharp weapon in the darkness, invincible.

“Then let’s do as you wish, young master,” Wu Yang sighed. “Call everyone over later; I have something to say to you.”

Pei Chenghu nodded and went to the backyard to see Qiao Ran.

In one afternoon, Qiao Ran was taken around the entire underground black market by Ge Qingqing and Gou Fugui, and she understood many things that she didn't understand before.

There are indeed only three underground black markets. Besides the one in Sichuan with a specific location, the other two have only been heard of, supposedly located along the coast and on the border.

The underground black market association has four elders who manage its operations, but none of them are the real power holders. All kinds of transactions can be done here, outside the jurisdiction of the martial arts world and the imperial court. There are mercenary groups, beast tamers, alchemy temples... and even cultivation sects. This really shocked Qiao Ran.

There were expensive clothing shops in the black market. Although Ge Qingqing and the others didn't have much money, Qiao Ran did. She was already very beautiful, and it wasn't safe for her in this chaotic place. After discussing it, they decided to dress her in men's clothes, tie up her hair, and let her hang out with them.

Qiao Ran agreed without hesitation. She spent money like water, changing everyone's clothes and buying whatever they liked. She also added a lot of weapons and furniture to Tuoyue Pavilion.

The Moon Care Pavilion had never been so extravagant before, which made everyone extremely happy. They all fawned over Qiao Ran, as if afraid she would run away.

Having played around enough and won over most of the people, Qiao Ran took out Qin Huai's portrait from her bosom and asked each of them, "Have you ever seen him?"

Everyone shook their heads.

Cheng Kaiji asked, "Is he Qiaoqiao's sweetheart?"

Qiao Ran rejected it with disdain, "No."

"Who is this handsome young man?" Ge Qingqing asked. "Does our Qiaoqiao want to see him about something?"

Qiao Ran sighed, "My good friend who went through thick and thin with me has disappeared."

"Don't worry, Qiaoqiao," Cheng Kaiji comforted her. "Now that we know what he looks like, let's all keep an eye out for him. Maybe we'll find him someday."

"That's all we can do," Qiao Ran said, hoping that Qin Huai would see the marks she left every day and then show up to meet her.

The black market has no sun or moon, no distinction between day and night; time is estimated by hourglasses. Later that evening, Qiao Ran and the others returned to the Moon-Touching Pavilion, where Wu Yang was already waiting.

"Sit down, everyone. I'll explain the mission for this mission."

Upon hearing that there was a mission, no one joked around anymore; everyone sat down properly, except for Qiao Ran, who stood there awkwardly.

Pei Chenghu said, "Qiaoqiao, please sit down too."

Qiao Ran then sat down on the stool, waiting for Wu Yang to speak.

"I went out today and received news about the Moon Fox Relic."

Cheng Kaiji: "Moon Fox Relic? Where is it, Commander?"

“In the snowy region,” Wu Yang said gravely, “the terrain is treacherous, with endless ice fields and blizzards that are extremely dangerous. We must make full preparations this time.”

"What is the Moon Fox Relic?" Qiao Ran asked Ge Qingqing in a low voice.

Ge Qingqing covered her mouth and whispered to her, "It's an amazing treasure."

Qiao Ran: "..."

When she didn't ask.

Pei Chenghu said, "We've been searching for the Moon Fox Relic for years, and now we finally have news. It seems we have to go there."

Wu Yang said, "Everyone, go and prepare. We will set off in half a month at the latest."

"Yes, Captain."

"Qiaoqiao, stay here for a moment."

After everyone left, Qiao Ran stood alone, holding her cup and drinking water, her mind filled with questions.

Wu Yang took the initiative to answer her question, “Qiao Qiao, you have met the young master and should know that he is seriously ill. The Moon Fox Relic is the only relic left by a master before his death and ascension in the last hundred years. It was later taken away by a snow fox. As the white fox absorbed the essence of the sun and moon for a hundred years, it has become very powerful and may have the ability to defy fate.”

Qiao Ran looked surprised. With the example of 'Spring and Autumn', she had to believe that there really were divine objects in this world. "So the main purpose of Tuoyue Pavilion is to find medicines to prolong life and improve health for Chen Jinzhou?"

When Wu Yang heard Qiao Ran address the young master by his full name, he merely glanced at her and then nodded. “Every medicinal herb the young master uses is extremely precious. Over the years, the medicine has never been interrupted, and all the Tuoyue Pavilions have also borne this heavy responsibility.”

"I understand." Qiao Ran felt even more respect for Wu Yang. If Wu Yang knew Chen Jiu's identity and had been searching for medicine for him for many years, then Wu Yang must be the person Chen Jiu trusted and valued the most.

She said, "I'm also preparing to leave Sichuan and travel around in half a month. Would Master be willing to take me with him on this trip to the snowy region?"

How could Wu Yang say she was unwilling? The purpose of the young master sending Qiao Qiao here meant that she was destined to suffer.

“Give me your hand,” Wu Yang said.

Qiao Ran obediently reached out, and Wu Yang's fingertips landed on her meridians. "If you want to practice martial arts, you should practice your internal energy first. At your age and with your body, it's not too late, but it will be difficult for you to learn advanced internal energy techniques in the future."

“Master, I’m not afraid of hardship.”

“This isn’t about whether you can endure hardship,” Wu Yang withdrew his hand, “too many impurities in your body will always hinder you.”

Qiao Ran asked with some concern, "What should we do then?"

“We need elixirs to cleanse our meridians and marrow, so that our bodies can reach their purest state,” Wu Yang pondered for a moment. “There’s an auction at the Dan Dao Temple tonight, and a batch of Marrow Cleansing Pills will be auctioned. You’ll come with me.”

Qiao Ran agreed, mentally estimating the amount of money she had, and came to a dismal conclusion: it probably wouldn't be enough.

She spent too much in the afternoon, and Wu Yang and the others definitely won't have any money left. It seems we need to think of a way to go out for a stroll.

“You don’t need to call me Master anymore. Young Master asked me to teach you the techniques, not that you have to become my disciple,” Wu Yang suddenly said. “Just call me Commander, like everyone else.”

Qiao Ran felt as if she had been suddenly doused with cold water. She wanted to ask why, but Wu Yang had already gotten up and left. Qiao Ran pounded the table and stopped asking.

She could tell that although Wu Yang was also kind to her, it was not the same kind of affection he showed to Ge Qingqing and the others. This master was too thoughtful, so his kindness to her was superficial and just like a routine.

Well, given enough time, she'll win people's hearts, and nothing will be able to frighten Qiao Ran anymore.