To entertain the Ninth Prince, the Lord of Cloud City specially brought out wine that had been stored for a thousand years, not daring to delay even for a moment.
If it weren't for the Ninth Prince today, the entire Cloud City would likely have been in peril. This was naturally considered a great kindness to their northwestern territory.
"Lord, Steward Zhao seems to be in a bad way!" the Lord of West City approached, his expression even more panicked.
Hearing this, Lu Fan's brow furrowed slightly. Steward Zhao had become this way because of him. If anything were to happen to him, Lu Fan would likely find it difficult to accept.
Arriving at Steward Zhao's room, Lu Fan saw him on the verge of death, his face even paler. Lu Fan stepped forward and said, "How are you? The spiritual energy in your body seems to have undergone some change!"
"Lord, you don't need to worry. I can still hold on!"
Steward Zhao shook his head, his expression serious, as if he considered this to be nothing.
Lu Fan, however, looked grave. "If it weren't for me, you wouldn't have taken the forbidden medicine. Now that you've reached this point, how can I stand by and do nothing!"
Just then, the Ninth Prince also strode in. His gaze fell upon Steward Zhao, and he frowned, saying, "His spiritual energy is scattered within his body. If this continues, his life could be in danger!"
"Ninth Prince, you are knowledgeable. Is there any way to treat this?" Lu Fan asked, his eyes earnest.
"I recall that in the Medicine Immortal Valley of the Heavenly Court Dynasty, there is an old Medicine Immortal who might have a solution!" the Ninth Prince said. "However, this person is eccentric, and it might not be easy to get him to treat the illness!"
"As long as there is a sliver of hope, I will not give up!" Lu Fan's words were solemn, without any reservation. He naturally remembered what Steward Zhao had done for the northwestern region.
Facing these words, the Ninth Prince nodded. "If you insist on going, I naturally won't stop you, but you must be prepared."
"Thank you for the reminder, Ninth Prince!" Lu Fan nodded, his gaze becoming somewhat resolute. With what had happened, he naturally wouldn't shy away.
At the same time, the North American Princess also spoke up. "Why don't I accompany you? That way, we can look out for each other. At least, as the North American Princess, the old Medicine Immortal might recognize my status and specially come to treat the illness."
"Even if I were to go personally, I might not be able to persuade him!" the Ninth Prince shook his head. "What status do you have that would make the old Medicine Immortal personally come?"
"I..."
Facing these words, the North American Princess was instantly embarrassed and didn't know how to respond. She naturally hadn't expected the Ninth Prince to say this, instantly putting her in an awkward position.
"It's alright, I'll go alone!"
Lu Fan shook his head. "If he refuses to come, I will capture him even if I have to use force!"
"You have quite a big mouth, young man. The old Medicine Immortal is no ordinary person. If you dare to act rashly, you will offend him!" the Ninth Prince shook his head. "Young people, don't do foolish things, or you'll regret it immensely!"
At the Ninth Prince's words, Lu Fan froze on the spot, his face instantly turning awkward. What the Ninth Prince had said was clearly a reminder, urging him not to act recklessly.
Not long after, Lu Fan, along with several city lords, left Cloud City and prepared to head to the Medicine Immortal Valley. He was somewhat uncertain whether the old Medicine Immortal was currently in the Medicine Immortal Valley.
The Medicine Immortal Valley was located in a remote valley in the northwestern territory. It appeared desolate and uninhabited, yet outside the main gate of the Medicine Immortal Valley, there were many people, arriving in an endless stream.
Seeing the scene before him, Lu Fan felt a wave of suspicion. He naturally hadn't expected there to be so many people at the gate of the Medicine Immortal Valley.
"Are all these people coming to the Medicine Immortal Valley to seek medical treatment?" Liu Ruyan asked in surprise, even she was somewhat astonished.
"The Valley Master of Medicine Immortal Valley is no ordinary person; they are like a great immortal who can bring the dead back to life, which is why so many people are willing to come!" the Lord of Cloud City nodded. "This is why the Ninth Prince told us that it is not easy to persuade the Valley Master of Medicine Immortal Valley!"
"Please return, everyone! My Valley Master does not see guests!"
A young Taoist dressed in a Taoist robe walked out, holding a horsetail whisk. He looked ethereal and not like an ordinary Taoist boy. The spiritual energy around him was extremely powerful, making people feel suspicious.
"I am from the Liu family of Jiangbei, bringing generous gifts, and I wish to invite the old gentleman out of seclusion!" a woman said, cupping her fists. She looked exceptionally graceful and heroic. The people around her began to discuss her.
The Liu family of Jiangbei was a prominent family, with countless powerful individuals within it. To think that even they would come to the Medicine Immortal Valley, and in such a travel-worn state.
"As I said, my Valley Master does not see guests!" the Taoist boy waved his hand, appearing somewhat impatient.
It had always been like this outside the Medicine Immortal Valley, with so many people. He was quite used to it, but he wouldn't show any good脸色 to those who pestered him.
Liu Shuqin's face instantly turned ashen. She had come here today to invite the old immortal doctor out of seclusion to help someone in her Liu family, only to be treated with such disregard.
The crowd present also instantly fell silent. Most of them were from small sects, insignificant compared to the Liu family of Jiangbei.
Even the Liu family of Jiangbei was refused entry, making it clear how difficult it was to invite the old immortal doctor out of seclusion.
"Chen Shihai of the Chen family of Jiangdong comes to pay respects to the old gentleman!"
Another man stepped forward, followed by many guards. He looked imposing, with a powerful aura surrounding him.
"The Chen family of Jiangdong, another prominent family!"
Many people started to stir and watch, appearing quite interested.
Seeing the scene before him, the Taoist boy waved his hand again. "I have already made it clear that my old gentleman is unwilling to see anyone and is currently in seclusion. You should all leave quickly and not crowd around the Medicine Immortal Valley. If my Valley Master is displeased, there will be no good consequences!"
"We are here to seek medical treatment, and we have come with sincerity. The Medicine Immortal Valley cannot possibly ignore us, can it!" Liu Shuqin said indignantly, having no good feelings towards the Taoist boy.
"My old gentleman is in seclusion. Moreover, with so many people seeking medical treatment, must my old gentleman agree to all of them?" the Taoist boy said coldly.
"What a sharp tongue! If I don't see the old gentleman today, my Liu family will never give up!" Liu Shuqin said with a detached expression, looking coldly at the Taoist boy, a hint of anger in her eyes.
"Don't you dare act recklessly. This is the Medicine Immortal Valley, not a place you can force your way into!" the Taoist boy declared confidently, exuding a powerful aura.