Chapter 0360: Healing

"I'm willing!!"

Cai Yan's face lit up with a heartfelt smile as she answered softly. Her voice carried unmistakable determination.

"Good. Then we'll pick a date and hold a wedding feast in the town. From this day on, I am your husband, and you are my wife!!" Yi Tianxing replied, warmth welling up in his heart.

Over the past days, his feelings for Cai Yan had only deepened. Their relationship had long since evolved into mutual affection. Speaking of marriage now was simply a natural progression. Cai Yan had already mentally prepared herself—she had only been waiting for Yi Tianxing to make the first move. After all, she was a woman; she had her dignity.

"Everything will be up to you, Brother Yi. Zhaoji has no objections," Cai Yan replied with a shy blush.

Though marriage was traditionally something discussed by both families, the mere fact that they were talking about it now made her heart pound with shy anticipation.

"I'll have Cao Zhengchun begin preparations immediately."

Thinking that such a talented and beautiful woman would soon be his wife made a surge of passion rise in Yi Tianxing's chest. The thought of sharing a bed with such a stunning woman was enough to make any man's heart race.

"By the way, isn't Miss Mu resting at home? You had to go out unexpectedly yesterday. Doctor Qiu and the others came by. After drinking Moonwell Water, her physical injuries have mostly healed, but the damage to her soul requires your return to examine whether anything can be done," Cai Yan suddenly added.

She had visited the young lady and found her impressive—valiant and dignified, with a commanding presence that left a strong impression.

"If it were yesterday, I might have had no good solution. But now, treating soul injuries isn't that difficult. It was late last night, and soul wounds don't change drastically over a short time, so I didn't rush. Let's go check on her now," Yi Tianxing replied with a calm smile.

"Yes! If there's a way to heal her, the sooner the better. If Miss Mu wakes up, Zhaoji might gain a good friend," Cai Yan said with a hopeful smile.

Though highly respected in Xuanhuang Town due to her relationship with Yi Tianxing, Cai Yan had no true confidantes—no one to talk to heart-to-heart. She had a good impression of Miss Mu. If she awoke, perhaps a true friendship might blossom.

Wasting no time, the two of them headed to the guest room hand in hand.

Knock knock knock!!

The door opened to reveal Mu Yu, inside keeping vigil over his daughter. His bloodshot eyes told the story—he hadn't slept much the night before. He was desperate to hear her voice again.

Coming to Xuanhuang Town had rekindled his hope that his daughter could recover. The Moonwell Water alone had healed wounds that wouldn't close back in the bandit stronghold. Even more significant, while other doctors had failed to identify the issue, here, they immediately recognized it as a soul injury causing her coma. That clarity gave him confidence in a full recovery.

"Mayor Yi, you're finally back. Thank the heavens," Mu Yu said, joy radiating from his face.

"Uncle Mu, how is Miss Mu doing? Has there been any improvement?" Cai Yan asked gently.

"Her physical wounds have almost entirely healed after taking the Moonwell Water. She looks much better. But the soul injury shows no sign of recovering—she remains unconscious," Mu Yu replied, half-hopeful and half-concerned.

"Let me take a look. While soul wounds are difficult to treat and require rare treasures, such things are nothing compared to saving a life," Yi Tianxing said calmly.

"Please, go ahead!"

Mu Yu heard the implication in Yi Tianxing's words—that he possessed some soul-healing treasure—and was filled with joy. He didn't care how valuable it was; he could repay it later. What mattered was his daughter's life.

"What a remarkable young woman," Yi Tianxing remarked.

Lying quietly on the bed was a beautiful maiden, graceful and serene. Compared to the previous day, she had more color in her cheeks and a faint glow of vitality. Even in slumber, she exuded an unyielding spirit.

Yi Tianxing stood by the bed and extended his spiritual sense, probing her body. Immediately, he sensed an extreme weakness. Her soul force was like a candle flickering in the wind, with a shadow looming over her consciousness.

"How is she?" Cai Yan asked as he withdrew his mental probe.

"The soul is indeed injured," Yi Tianxing confirmed.

"Is there any hope of healing? I will pay any price. My life is yours if you can save her," Mu Yu declared without hesitation.

"There's no need for that, Uncle Mu. I promised to save her, and I will. That's enough." Yi Tianxing smiled and pulled out a gourd.

Then he took a jade bowl, filled it with Moonwell Water, and poured in a single drop of Soul Transformation Essence (化灵真液)—a divine liquid suspended midair. That single drop was split in two, and half was dropped into the bowl.

Drip!!

The drop merged with the water, which immediately turned a faint golden hue. A delicate fragrance wafted from it, so refreshing that just inhaling it made one feel spiritually uplifted.

Mu Yu's eyes lit up. The golden fluid was clearly no ordinary treasure—half a drop caused such a transformation. His hope soared.

"This bowl contains not only Moonwell Water, which heals and nourishes the soul, but also half a drop of Soul Transformation Essence—a rare elixir that strengthens the soul. Combined, they should swiftly restore the soul's vitality," Yi Tianxing explained.

"Thank you, my friend!!" Mu Yu cried, hands trembling as he accepted the bowl.

He hurried to the bedside and gently lifted his daughter. Surprisingly, the fragrance alone seemed to trigger a reaction—even in unconsciousness, she instinctively opened her mouth and drank the mystical liquid sip by sip.

"Lord!!"

At that moment, Jia Xu and Huang Chengyan entered the room and observed Mu Yu feeding the medicine with astonished expressions.

"Uncle Mu is administering the medicine now. If the problem lies solely in the soul, this potion should rouse her soon," Yi Tianxing said calmly.

He knew firsthand the incredible effects of the Soul Transformation Essence. Even diluted, its power was immense.

The girl drank the potion down to the last drop. Mu Yu gently laid her back down.

"May I ask—how long until she wakes up?" Mu Yu asked, still nervous.

"Could be the next moment, a few hours, or a few days. I can't say exactly. But this remedy will definitely take effect. Healing the soul isn't hard with this," Yi Tianxing replied.

"Now, I'll take my leave. Once she wakes, I'll come visit."

"Brother Mu, I trust our lord's words. Your daughter shows no sign of premature death. She will recover. Now that she's taken the remedy, just be patient," Jia Xu added supportively.

Yi Tianxing invited Mu Yu to breakfast, but the man declined—he wouldn't be at ease until he saw his daughter awaken.

Leaving the room, they found Lai He had already prepared breakfast.

Jia Xu and the others, having not yet eaten, joined him at the table. After finishing the meal, they made their way to the council hall.

…

Inside the council hall, people were already gathered.

Everyone from the One Gate, Two Pavilions, and Six Halls was present. From the Tongtian Pavilion, Fu Hongxue, Ye Zhiqiu, and Lu Zhishen had arrived as well. The hall was filled with lively conversation and laughter.

When Yi Tianxing entered, the room immediately quieted.

He walked straight to the head seat and sat down.

"Greetings, my lord!!"Jia Xu, Huang Chengyan, and the others bowed in unison, forming two neat rows.

"No need for formalities," Yi Tianxing nodded. "I've called you here today for two reasons. First, to review the current developments in Xuanhuang Town. Second, to discuss military reform—how to establish a new military system tailored to our town. Let's start with the first."

He had long planned this military overhaul, but how to implement it required careful deliberation.