Chapter 176: The Great Savior

Although their 'illicit affair' was exposed, Li Nianlong felt no embarrassment. Growing up in the modern society, he had done things like kissing a beauty on the street, let alone this small incident.

"Sister, why are you here?" Li Nianlong recognized the person as Butterfly Yao Caiyi and couldn't help but smile faintly. "Why aren't you in the room taking care of Brother Jin Yuan?"

Caiyi blushed and whispered, "I... I came here to gather herbs. There are some medicines here for my husband."

Looking at Caiyi, Li Nianlong felt envious. In the game, perhaps the most beautiful woman was Caiyi. There was no denying that monsters always had some advantages. What's more, Caiyi's deep affection and gentleness were even rarer. To be loved by such a woman, any man would be willing to pay any price, even if it meant being a servant for a lifetime.

Heaven was truly biased towards Liu Jinyuan. Born in the prestigious Shangshu Mansion, with an official father, a kind and gentle mother, pampered since childhood, and even a martial arts league master as an uncle. It was like straddling both sides of the law!

Growing up, he had Caiyi, a perfect and flawless woman, in love with him, never regretting. Such a man... was enviable! Damn, I wish I could smack him!

"Sister, there's no need to work so hard." Li Nianlong smiled faintly. "I noticed that Brother Jin Yuan's face was slightly blackened with a hint of green, probably poisoned by the Soul-binding Silk. I happen to have a pill here that can cure the Soul-binding Silk poison. After Brother Jin Yuan takes it, he should be able to recover."

"Really!?" Caiyi was overjoyed to hear that Li Nianlong could mention 'Soul-binding Silk'. She knew that he must have extraordinary knowledge. Now hearing about the antidote, she was even more thrilled and asked eagerly, "Brother Liu... where's the pill?"

Seeing Caiyi's concern for Liu Jinyuan, Li Nianlong felt even more envious, but he couldn't help it. This woman had already deeply fallen for Liu Jinyuan, and he could only wish for her happiness.

Taking out the antidote, Li Nianlong said, "This is the antidote I carefully refined. It can cure all kinds of poisons. Take it to Brother Jin Yuan and let him use it!"

Seeing the emerald-green pill and smelling its fragrance, Caiyi's spirits lifted. She knew this was a miraculous medicine. She hurriedly took it, full of gratitude. "Thank you, Brother Liu, for giving the medicine. When my husband recovers, both of us will surely express our gratitude to you."

Li Nianlong smiled. "Sister, you're exaggerating. As a family, there's no need for so much courtesy. There are some things I want to say to Brother Jin Yuan as well. Why don't we go together?"

"Alright, Brother Liu, please lead the way."

The three of them soon arrived at Liu Jinyuan and Caiyi's new room. At that moment, Liu Jinyuan was sleeping. Caiyi didn't disturb him, just fed him the pill, then anxiously watched.

The medicine quickly took effect. Liu Jinyuan suddenly began coughing violently. Li Nianlong said, "Quick, get a basin to catch it. Brother Jin Yuan is going to spit out the poisoned blood."

Caiyi hurriedly fetched a basin, while Li Nianlong helped Liu Jinyuan sit up, facing the window. With a loud retching sound, Liu Jinyuan vomited a large amount of black blood, followed by several mouthfuls of dark-colored liquid, before gradually stopping.

Li Nianlong smiled faintly. "Yueran, bring a cup of water to help your cousin rinse his mouth."

"Okay." Lin Yueran immediately brought a large cup of water. Liu Jinyuan rinsed his mouth several times, finally feeling clean.

After removing the basin, Caiyi asked excitedly, "Husband, how do you feel now?"

"Sigh... much better." Liu Jinyuan felt much lighter, without any pain.

Caiyi was overjoyed. "Husband, it's all thanks to Brother Liu's life-saving medicine. It cured your illness."

"Oh?" Liu Jinyuan turned to look at Li Nianlong, full of gratitude. "So it was Brother Liu who saved my life. I am deeply grateful, Brother Liu."

"You and I are brothers, no need for such formality," Li Nianlong smiled. "Congratulations on your recovery, Jin Yuanxian. However, you still need to take good care of yourself after lying in bed for several days." He paused. "Jin Yuanxian, I truly envy you for having such a beautiful and virtuous wife. She risked going to dangerous places like the back mountain to gather herbs to treat you. To have such a virtuous wife in life is sufficient!"

Li Nianlong showered Jin Yuanxian with praises for Cai Yi, which pleased Jin Yuanxian. He turned to Cai Yi with a gentler gaze than before. "Cai Yi, you've worked hard during these days."

Tears welled up in Cai Yi's beautiful eyes. "As long as you're safe, my husband."

"Oh, there's something I must tell Jin Yuanxian," Li Nianlong said, sitting down beside the bed with a serious expression.

Jin Yuanxian's heart tightened. "What is it, Brother Li?"

"It's like this, back in Suzhou, you and Zhuojing met once. You should know that Zhuojing is a kind and innocent girl."

Jin Yuanxian nodded repeatedly. "Madam Zhuo is indeed kind and innocent, lively and beautiful. But why does Brother Li mention this?"

"Sigh," Li Nianlong sighed deeply. "It's just that Zhuojing has been captured by the Sword Saint of Shu Mountain as a demon."

"What!?" Jin Yuanxian was shocked and angry. "Shu Mountain is a reputable sect, how can they stoop to such despicable acts as kidnapping innocent girls?"

"It's not entirely the Sword Saint's fault," Li Nianlong sighed lightly. "It's because Zhuojing is a descendant of the Nuwa Divine Clan, possessing divine bloodline. However, as you know, divine beings and monsters tend to look different from humans. If Zhuojing were to reveal her true form, she would appear as a human with a snake's body. Plus, with some misunderstandings, the Sword Saint couldn't help but make a mistake."

"This..." Jin Yuanxian shuddered at the thought of Zhao Ling'er's true form being a human with a snake's body. "Madam Zhuo is not a demon after all?"

Li Nianlong looked at him calmly. "Jin Yuanxian, what does it matter if she's a god or a demon? As long as I know that we genuinely love each other, even if a thousand people point fingers at us, what do I have to fear?"

While others may have different thoughts, Cai Yi was excited and moved by Li Nianlong's words, improving her impression of him and growing fonder of him.

After a moment of silence, Jin Yuanxian glanced at Cai Yi and said, "If she's a demon, and we have children in the future..."

Li Nianlong chuckled. "Jin Yuanxian, you're still inexperienced in this matter. If it's a male demon and a female human, they'll give birth to a demon. If it's a male human and a female demon... well, the offspring will be human, and they'll be exceptionally talented, perhaps even becoming saviors or heroes in the future. It's such a fortunate event, truly a rare occurrence!"

"Is that so!?" Jin Yuanxian's eyes widened.

"I'm not one to speak without basis," Li Nianlong nodded with a smile. "Zhuojing is already pregnant. If Jin Yuanxian doesn't believe it, you'll see it when the time comes."

Feeling relieved by Li Nianlong's confident words, Jin Yuanxian nodded with a smile. "Alright, if Brother Li has children in the future, and I have children too, if it's a boy and a girl, they'll be married, two boys will be brothers, and two girls will be sisters. How about that?"

Li Nianlong laughed heartily. "It's settled then! But you must work harder with your sister-in-law."

"Brother Li is such a bad person," Lin Yueru pouted.

"Brother Li..." Cai Yi's face turned red with shyness.

Jin Yuanxian felt a bit awkward, being a literati from the feudal era, and couldn't fully relax in front of women. He quickly changed the subject. "Brother Li mentioned that Madam was taken away by the Sword Saint, but how can I be of service?"

Li Nianlong's smile faded slightly as he nodded. "Chang'an is far from Shu Mountain. I'll need some funds for the journey. Jin Yuanxian, as a son of the prime minister, I'd like you to provide some financial support. When I reunite with Zhuojing in the future, I'll bring my family to your mansion to express my gratitude."

Learning that it was such a minor matter, Jin Yuanxian smiled. "Brother Li, there's no need for that. You've saved my life, so how can a mere sum of money compare? Let my cousin, Yue Ru, handle it."

Lin Yueru chuckled. "That's about right. If you were a miser, I'd skin you alive!"

Jin Yuanxian smiled wryly. "Thank goodness Brother Li persuaded me that day, otherwise... it's really unthinkable!"

"Jin Yuanxian! What did you say!?" Lin Yueru cracked her whip. "Is your skin itching again!?"

Startled, Jin Yuanxian broke out in cold sweat. However, Cai Yi quickly shielded him. "Don't, younger sister, don't hurt my husband."

Seeing Cai Yi protecting him, Jin Yuanxian was deeply moved. He had investigated Cai Yi's background long ago and almost confirmed that she was a demon, but after Li Nianlong's persuasion and Cai Yi's devoted protection, Jin Yuanxian finally let go of all his doubts and truly accepted Cai Yi.

Cai Yi, my husband will love you for a lifetime.

Li Nianlong smiled faintly. "Yue Ru, stop fooling around. It's time to go. We must leave early."

"Brother Li is leaving!?" Jin Yuanxian was surprised. "Brother Li has just arrived, how can you leave so soon? You must let me entertain you for three days, and we'll drink heavily for three days!"

Li Nianlong smiled and said, "Jin Yuanxian, your health is just fine. How can you drink so heavily? I'll remember this, and when I come again in the future, I'll make sure to have a good drink with Jin Yuanxian before resting."

Liu Jinyuan thought the same and nodded, "That's good. My health is weak, so after recuperating, Brother Liu, you must come again. I'll drink with you until we're both drunk for three days."

Li Nianlong patted his shoulder with a smile, "Once Jin Yuanxian's health improves, we must inform Lord Shang and Madam as soon as possible. Jin Yuanxian must have a lot to say to his sister. I won't disturb Jin Yuanxian any longer." Turning to Lin Yueru, he said, "Yueru, let's go."

Lin Yueru responded with a soft 'hmm', then turned her head to glare at Liu Jinyuan, saying fiercely, "Liu Jinyuan, you must treat Sister-in-law well. If I find out you're mistreating her, hmph!" She cracked her whip, "You know how capable I am."

Liu Jinyuan shuddered, sweat dripping down his forehead. Yet, he couldn't help but feel grateful for listening to Li Nianlong's advice that day. Otherwise, if he had really married Lin Yueru, would there still be any hope for the Shang Mansion?

Watching Li Nianlong's departing figure, Liu Jinyuan felt immensely grateful in his heart: Brother Liu, you're truly my lifesaver!