The boat moved, and Chu Tian carefully examined Luo Weixing's eyes.
Upon inspection, he couldn't help but frown.
He had felt something strange earlier, and a closer look confirmed his suspicions.
This wisps of black energy were…so familiar; they were the invading substances from the Void God Realm.
For some reason, they were present in Luo Weixing's eyes, and their attachment was causing his blindness.
Strangely, these wisps of unknown matter seemed to have lost their vitality, unlike what Chu Tian had seen on Blue Star before.
The ones he'd seen previously were full of aggression, while this wisp of matter before him seemed inert.
After a thorough examination, including all the meridians throughout Luo Weixing's body, Chu Tian finally determined that this substance, apart from his eyes, was absolutely nowhere else in his body. With a frown, he withdrew his divine sense.
"Little brother, this old man's eye condition has persisted for forty years. I've long grown accustomed to it!"
The old man's intention was to give Chu Tian an easy way out, as his granddaughter had insisted on bringing him here for treatment.
If he couldn't cure it, it would be embarrassing for Chu Tian.
Chu Tian shook his head and remained silent, beckoning Luo'er over.
"Come here!"
After examining Luo'er once more, Chu Tian finally said in a low voice.
"It truly is a curse, born with the bloodline."
His voice wasn't loud, but both Luo Weixing and Luo'er could hear him clearly.
"Yes! That's what everyone says!"
After Chu Tian finished speaking, the old man, Luo Weixing, casually replied, then pulled Luo'er to his side.
His action made Chu Tian pause for a moment.
Then he understood. The old man had likely been deceived many times before and thought Chu Tian's words were just an excuse!
Slowly shaking his head, he saw no need to prove himself.
However, the young girl Luo'er, still unaware of the nuances, pressed Chu Tian.
"Big brother, is there a way to cure Grandpa's eyes?"
Chu Tian shook his head.
Seeing this, Luo'er's hopeful expression instantly dimmed.
"Your grandfather's eyes cannot be cured, but I can ensure you will no longer be blind!"
Just as the grandfather and granddaughter were about to sit down, Chu Tian said this unexpectedly.
"Little brother, are you telling the truth?"
Luo Weixing's body stiffened, and his hands trembled slightly.
"Yes, the curse you speak of, I don't know its origin, and because your blindness has lasted for a long time, it has become intertwined with your optic nerves. If I were to forcibly remove it, it might cause irreversible damage to your eyes.
However, the energy in Luo'er's eyes has just begun to form and has not yet intertwined with her optic nerves, so removing it will be easy."
Chu Tian's words were true. The optic nerves were incredibly complex, and even with his vast divine soul power, he dared not touch them lightly.
As for what he called nerves and such, Luo Weixing couldn't understand.
But it was precisely because he didn't understand that he became even more excited.
The "energy" and "intertwining" that Chu Tian spoke of were things he had heard his father mention.
Every generation of their Luo family had been unable to escape this fate, all losing their sight after their twenty-third birthday.
Legend had it that their ancestors had offended a powerful being who had placed a curse upon them, a curse that remained in their bloodline.
Chu Tian's ability to describe the appearance of the curse in their eyes instantly dispelled any notion that he was boasting.
In his generation, no physician had ever been able to provide such detailed information over the years.
In his youth, he had sought medical help countless times and, after being deceived for half his life, had developed a prejudice against so-called physicians.
"Please, immortal, help us!"
Luo Weixing actually took a step forward and knelt.
However, just as he was about to make the gesture, Chu Tian, sensing his intention, waved his hand.
A force that he couldn't resist interrupted his attempt to bow.
"This place is not suitable for treatment. After the ship docks, I will examine you and your granddaughter. Although your eyes are a stubborn ailment, I should be able to restore some vision by alleviating it slightly!"
Luo Weixing and Luo'er were overjoyed to hear this.
Moreover, Chu Tian said that while Luo Weixing's eyes couldn't be fully cured, he could regain some sight.
This further convinced them that Chu Tian was not a fraud. While treating Luo'er was a preventative measure for something that hadn't happened yet, no one could guarantee such a thing.
The old man and granddaughter had nothing to lose, and Chu Tian hadn't asked for anything in return.
Luo Weixing and Luo'er thanked Chu Tian profusely and sat on the ground, filled with happiness.
As time passed, Chu Tian noticed the boat stopping and starting frequently, with more and more people boarding.
It turned out that setting sail from Cloudwater City did not mean directly crossing the Sea of Netherworld. It would make several stops, essentially circumnavigating the coastal cities before officially departing.
Countless people poured in, making the lower deck increasingly crowded, and scuffles for space were common. A few unlucky individuals who dared to provoke Chu Tian met with misfortune.
They were all stripped down to their underwear before being kicked away.
Simultaneously, the ship's staff occasionally descended, shouting.
They announced that there were still empty spaces in the middle decks, and those with money could upgrade. If they didn't want to squeeze down here, they could pay the difference to purchase a cabin in the middle decks.
These scoundrels descended, covering their noses with expressions of disdain.
In reality, there was no particular odor down here, and the scent of the sea was quite refreshing.
Their attitude was simply looking down on others.
Chu Tian was quite comfortable staying where he was and had no intention of upgrading.
Aside from being a bit noisy, this place was good for making money.
There were always some foolish individuals who would deliver wealth to him, allowing him to pocket a small fortune.
Three days later…
The ferry finally sailed smoothly.
"Entering the Sea of Netherworld! One mid-grade soul crystal to view the scenery from the deck!"
A voice from somewhere reached him, and Chu Tian's heart stirred. The Sea of Netherworld was rumored to be terrifying, and he was curious to witness it.
The price of one mid-grade soul crystal was quite reasonable.
Damn it…
Chu Tian cursed inwardly. If it weren't for the foolish individuals who had brought him money over the past two days, he might not have had the chance to enjoy the sea breeze.
"I'm going out for a walk!"
He stood up and said to Zhu Jiuyin.
The latter nodded and grinned.
"Don't worry, hehe!"
His implication was that if anyone dared to cause trouble, they would definitely be left with nothing but their underwear.
Chu Tian noticed that Zhu Jiuyin, in his human form, was imposing.
But in reality, he was a simple and honest fellow.
Albeit a bit cunning.
This differed somewhat from Chu Tian's previous impression of Zhu Jiuyin.
As for the狸猫 (li mao) that had transformed into a woman, she struck him as having gained a hint of sly cunning.