Shen Yue thought of the "Elixir of Life" that both emperors of the Song and Jurchen courts had tirelessly sought after and felt a mix of emotions, but was more puzzled why Xiao Chu would hand over the zither and the painting yet leave the game of Go for Zhao Ji to seek relentlessly?
Upon hearing Shen Yue's inquiry, Shiying's expression turned gloomy. "Indeed, my father, in his desperation to survive, not only gave away many daughters as if they were mere goods but also divulged the secret of the 'Elixir of Life.' The disgrace I suffered was inevitable, but because of this, I was able to preserve my dignity."