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Chapter 5353: A Warning

Mu Xingchen still vividly remembered how Rouxuan had reacted when lightning struck her body—she stubbornly refused Qiao Qiao's help and treated her disrespectfully. It was clear how much Rouxuan resented Qiao Qiao. With her pride and aloofness, it was impossible for her to ask Qiao Qiao for help, even if that plea could save her life or give her a new beginning. After all, the development of the antidote had entered a rapid phase since Mr. Su of Northview Valley and Fairy Huang He's group reunited. With some time for trials and final research, an effective antidote should be successfully developed to overcome or alleviate the condition.

But all of this hinged on one crucial condition: Rouxuan herself asking to leave Heavenly Fate and wanting to be cured. Otherwise... Based on his understanding of his sister, Mu Xingchen knew. His sister would absolutely not proactively offer help, let alone chase after Rouxuan begging to cure her. However, Rouxuan was unwilling to ask. If only...

Mu Xingchen looked at Qiao Mu, hesitating to speak.

Mo Lian frowned slightly, took Qiao Mu's small hand, and began walking out of the villa. With a stern face, he left a warning: "Big Brother, you'd best think clearly. Is it worth ruining your good relationships for a woman who doesn't even know what she's doing?"

Mu Xingchen was speechless. His brother-in-law's words were almost a veiled threat. In other words, if he were to voice that request, his brother-in-law might be the first to cut ties with him... Mu Xingchen felt a bit troubled. He knew he was indeed asking too much. How could he ask his sister to proactively offer to treat Rouxuan? His sister would never do that... His brother-in-law wouldn't let her humble herself either. Moreover, Rouxuan might not even appreciate his sister's kindness. But to watch Rouxuan descend into the abyss of death step by step? How could he bear it?

"Thump!"

A small winter date suddenly fell on his head from over the courtyard wall. Mu Xingchen looked up and saw Sikong Fuling half-hanging on the wall, giving him a sudden, radiant smile. Mu Xingchen leaped up onto the wall, asking with a puzzled expression, "How are you here?"

"Would you believe me if I said I came to watch the show?"

Mu Xingchen's expression was indifferent. "Miss Sikong came all the way from Oblivion to Dragon Flame City just to watch a show. It seems you truly are quite idle."

"Please excuse me, I won't be accompanying you."

"Hey!" Sikong Fuling tilted her head, shouting crossly at him. "You're so uninteresting. Are you leaving after barely two sentences? You finally know that I came all this way."

"As the host, shouldn't you properly entertain me, your guest?"

"We walk different paths; we don't conspire together," Mu Xingchen said calmly. "Miss Sikong, I advise you to return to where you came from."

"Don't cause trouble in the city. If my sister sees you, who knows what might happen."

Sikong Fuling stamped her foot in exasperation, shouting loudly at Mu Xingchen's retreating back, "Even the little stoic needs to be reasonable! I just came to the Divine Province capital to wander around. Is that poker-faced girl really going to eat me?"

Mu Xingchen ignored her and left. Sikong Fuling squatted on the wall, stomping her feet in anger. Both Mu family siblings were quite annoying, the type who could make someone furious in under three sentences. Sikong Fuling stared at his retreating back, murmuring, "Truly heartless and unfeeling."