"The lady''s extravagance is truly admirable. I hope that in future situations, she won''t resort to forceful actions." Nángōu Huàn watched as the shopkeeper swiped his card and stepped forward to retrieve the badges, including Shen Yéyáo''s. He placed them in her hands.


    Inside, Nángōu Huàn felt a surge of satisfaction—take that, old witch!


    With a contented smile, she left with Dōng Yàncuò.


    Shen Yéyáo gripped the badge tightly, her hand trembling slightly as the sharp edges pierced her palm, drawing crimson blood. Yet, she didn''t loosen her hold; instead, she tightened her grip.


    After taking a few deep breaths to calm her rising anger, she steadied her expression and hurried away.


    She needed to investigate the background of this esteemed potion master.


    Nángōu Huàn and Dōng Yàncuò walked back to the estate through a secluded path.


    Once they were sure no one was around, they removed their disguises and swaggered into the estate.


    After inquiring with a servant, Nángōu Huàn learned that her grandfather was still preparing in the training grounds. She headed to her courtyard to concoct the potions she needed.


    Taking out her trusty novice alchemy furnace, she first brewed a potion for ascending to the Second Spirit Level. After consuming it, she successfully advanced to the initial stage of the Second Spirit Level. Next, she prepared a potion to replenish her grandfather''s physical strength, and of course, a potion to deal with Shen Yéyáo.


    “Yànjī, Xuèjī, here are two bottles for you.” Nángōu Huàn summoned the twin sisters and handed each of them a potion.


    The liquid inside the potion bottles had a peculiar gray, smoky appearance.


    "This? Can we drink it?" Yànjī exchanged glances with Xuèjī, uncertain since they were soul entities and couldn''t consume potions like humans.


    "Don''t worry, this is specially formulated for soul spirits. Your souls have been damaged, but since your three souls and seven spirits are intact, this will help restore them. You are now my people, and I will do everything I can to enhance your powers. I’ll be counting on you to protect me in the future," Nángōu Huàn said with a smile, nodding at them.


    Initially, her budget wasn''t enough to buy these materials, but encountering the unsuspecting Shen Yéyáo allowed her to share the spoils with those around her. She even prepared a few bottles of delicious potions for Dōng Yàncuò, sprinkling them on his food to enhance the flavor.


    Meanwhile, he was happily munching on a chicken leg, intrigued by the taste.


    "Master!" Yànjī and Xuèjī felt touched. Although they initially had some lingering doubts, now that they were soul entities in a weakened state, their value seemed diminished. Nángōu Huàn''s willingness to brew potions for their restoration moved them deeply.If you find this story on Amazon, be aware that it has been stolen. Please report the infringement.


    While tidying up her workspace, Nángōu Huàn chuckled, "Once you take this, your foundations will be restored, and you can consume other soul entities to enhance your cultivation. Later, let’s go to Shen Yéyáo’s place for a feast."


    Yànjī and Xuèjī finally smiled, opening the potion bottles. The smoky potion swirled up lightly and was inhaled by them.


    As the potion entered their bodies, their souls visibly began to mend.


    "Are we going to deal with the death soldiers that Shen Yéyáo has been raising?" Yànjī felt rejuvenated, brimming with energy at the prospect of a fight.


    Nángōu Huàn snapped her fingers. "You guessed it! But first, I need to check on Grandpa."


    "Master, I know the locations and distribution of the death soldiers! No wonder Shen Yéyáo acted without caution. She must have known we would reach this point," Xuèjī bowed her head, her eyes still reflecting lingering resentment.


    "Don''t worry; she will have her day," Nángōu Huàn replied with a bright smile, her peach blossom eyes sparkling with determination.


    Summoning the two souls into her pendant, Nángōu Huàn made her way to Nángōu Jièmíng''s study, where she found him deep in thought.


    To avoid disturbing her grandfather, she instructed Dōng Yàncuò to wait outside.


    At that moment, Nángōu Jièmíng was perusing a confidential letter, his brow furrowed.


    Seeing Nángōu Huàn enter, he set the letter down and smiled. "Huan''er, why are you still awake at this hour?"


    "I wanted to find Grandpa, so I came to see you!" Nángōu Huàn bounced over to Nángōu Jièmíng, her face lit up with a cute smile.


    Only in front of her grandfather did she allow herself to act like a carefree child.


    Nángōu Jièmíng affectionately ruffled her hair. "You''re quite the charmer."


    At that moment, Nángōu Huàn caught a glimpse of the letter on the table, which mentioned a powerful potion master capable of restoring one''s appearance, but the price was a hundred billion spirit stocks and the loyalty of the entire Nángōu family.


    Her heart warmed, realizing her grandfather was thinking of her. Now, she wouldn’t need to pay such a hefty price; her appearance would soon be restored.


    "Grandpa, look at this!" Nángōu Huàn took her grandfather''s hand and summoned Little Nine.


    The tiny Nine Menglong perched on the table, its big eyes blinking adorably.


    "Huh?" Nángōu Jièmíng was momentarily stunned, then his eyes widened in surprise. "This is your contracted divine beast, Nine Menglong! How cute!"


    He had read about this rare divine beast in books several times. Now that it was contracted by his granddaughter, he felt immense joy.


    He couldn''t help but reach out to pet Little Nine''s head.


    "Ow!" Little Nine wagged its tail, appearing somewhat shy.


    "Let me check your condition." Nángōu Jièmíng took her hand to feel her pulse. Previously, he hadn''t examined it closely, but now he sensed the profound power within her.


    Second Spirit Level! She had actually advanced to the Second Spirit Level! Nángōu Jièmíng was overjoyed, tears welling in his eyes.


    A genius! His granddaughter was indeed a genius!


    Nángōu Huàn took out a handkerchief and wiped away the tears from Nángōu Jièmíng''s eyes.


    In a gentle voice, she said, "Grandpa, don’t get too excited. When I contracted Little Nine, I discovered a worm inside me that ruined my appearance. It was Little Nine who helped me expel it. This morning, I found out there’s a worm inside you as well, so I brought Little Nine to help expel it from you too."


    "Worm?!" Nángōu Jièmíng''s expression changed dramatically, his first thought being Shen Yéyáo.


    He wasn''t unaware of Shen Yéyáo''s actions, but he had turned a blind eye, considering her status as a potion master. He never expected she would extend her hand toward her own kin!


    "Grandpa, let’s expel the worm from your body first." Nángōu Huàn immediately instructed Little Nine to take action, making a small incision on Nángōu Jièmíng''s arm.