A slight advantage, although the Pharmacist Elder described it quite simply, Xiao Yan could still feel the weight of his words. That woman, even at the Battle Emperor level, dared to challenge a Battle Sect, an exceptionally formidable figure. Moreover, when she fought the Pharmacist Elder back then, her strength had already reached the Battle Sect level. Yet, she still fell short against the Pharmacist Elder. It seems that the Pharmacist Elder was indeed a pinnacle figure among the strong in the Dou Qi continent.
Looking at Xiao Yan’s stunned expression, the Pharmacist Elder couldn’t help but laugh and scold, “What’s so shocking about it? One day, you will also achieve this!”
“Maybe,” Xiao Yan shrugged, not quite sure. Such a level is not just something that can be achieved by talent alone; opportunity and luck are also indispensable. Right now, he only wishes to quickly nurture the Purple Flame, then devour it to evolve his techniques, and become a Dou Shi as soon as possible. As for becoming a Battle Emperor or Battle Sect—those super levels that can suffocate Xiao Yan with their names alone, he doesn’t dare to aim too high.
“According to Teacher… Little Healer Immortal, is she also a Cursed Poison Body?” Looking again at the Little Healer Immortal lying on the bed, whose face was showing a rainbow of colors, Xiao Yan asked tentatively.
“Yes,” the Pharmacist Elder nodded slightly, his smile slowly fading. He stared at the Little Healer Immortal for a while before sighing, “I once fought that woman, so I have a deep impression of this Cursed Poison Body.”
“The cultivation method for this poison body is quite peculiar. They don’t need long-term Dou Qi cultivation. To become stronger, they only need to…” At this point, the Pharmacist Elder’s gaze turned to the medicinal powder residue at the corner of the Little Healer Immortal’s mouth, his expression a bit strange.
“Eat… poisons?” Seeing where the Pharmacist Elder was looking, Xiao Yan was initially stunned, then his face changed dramatically as he exclaimed in shock.
“Yes, that’s right… eat poisons. As long as they consume poisons, their Cursed Poison Body will convert the toxic power into a very unique poison Dou Qi through a strange method,” the Pharmacist Elder marveled, continuing, “The more potent the poison, the more beneficial it is for their strength. So, they don’t need to cultivate hard; they only need to eat poisons continuously to quickly enhance their strength.”
“Really… a freaky constitution,” Xiao Yan sighed, smiling bitterly.
“Of course, there is no such thing as perfect in this world. Although the Cursed Poison Body can rapidly increase strength by consuming poisons, poisons are still poisons. Relying on the Cursed Poison Body, they can stop the poison from harming their bodies, but when they consume more and more poisons, to the point where the Cursed Poison Body can no longer suppress the poison Dou Qi within, then… the pain of being devoured by all poisons will slowly kill them in the most excruciating torment.” The Pharmacist Elder shook his head and sighed.
Thinking of that kind of unbearable pain, Xiao Yan shivered slightly, looking at the sleeping beauty-like Little Healer Immortal on the bed with sympathy. “Is there no solution?”
“Having gained such a rapid increase in power, naturally, one must pay a price. In this world, there is no such thing as a free lunch,” the Pharmacist Elder said indifferently.
“What if she were to give up gaining power by consuming poisons, could that prevent such an outcome?” Xiao Yan asked, turning his eyes.
“In theory, yes.” Nodding, the Pharmacist Elder saw the glimmer of hope in Xiao Yan’s eyes and sighed, “Unfortunately, you must understand that for those with a Cursed Poison Body, the more potent the poison, the more attractive it is. Some would even go to the lengths of killing and robbing to get their hands on extremely toxic substances. To them, potent poisons are like the ‘Heavenly Flame’ to an alchemist, irresistibly tempting. Even if it means flying like a moth to a flame, they would rush to it without hesitation… Do you think it’s possible for her to give up consuming poisons?”
“If she had never eaten any poisons, then the Cursed Poison Body would not have activated. But once she consumes poisons, even accidentally, the Cursed Poison Body will truly awaken. Once it awakens, the situation I mentioned earlier will occur, and there will be no chance to reverse it. In short, we discovered it too late. Otherwise…” The Pharmacist Elder sighed regretfully.
With his mouth slightly open, Xiao Yan’s face changed, and after a while, he slumped down, defeated. According to the Pharmacist Elder, those potent poisons are like narcotics to addicts; it would be nearly impossible for her to give them up.
“Her Cursed Poison Body is still at the initial stage, so it’s fine to touch her when she’s awake. But once she falls unconscious or her poison body becomes more mature, touching anything will mean death.” Xiao Yan finally understood why the Little Healer Immortal had said those strange words earlier. It seems she knew about her Cursed Poison Body.
“But how did she know? She has always been in this remote town, how could she possibly know such a secret, even in the Jia Ma Empire, not many people know about it?” Xiao Yan muttered, puzzled.
The Pharmacist Elder pondered for a moment, then his gaze fell on the colorful scroll in the Little Healer Immortal’s arms. He narrowed his eyes, waved his hand, and drew the scroll into his grasp, slowly unrolling it. His eyes moved over the various recipes for poisons and finally stopped on the last page, shaking his head helplessly and handing it to Xiao Yan.
Xiao Yan took the colorful scroll and scanned it, his face full of bitter smiles.
“Cursed Poison Body, a peculiar poison body that can rapidly increase strength by consuming poisons. The identification method: there is a small, colorful line in the lower abdomen, which grows with the concentration of the poison within. When the colorful line extends to the heart, it is the peak of the Cursed Poison Body, and it will also suffer the pain of being devoured by all poisons.”
Below this, there were detailed descriptions of the damage the Cursed Poison Body could cause, including what the Pharmacist Elder had just mentioned.
“She knew all along. If she continues like this, she will eventually become a carrier of potent poisons.” Raising the colorful scroll, Xiao Yan smiled bitterly.
“Yes.” Nodding with a sigh, Xiao Yan handed the scroll back to the Pharmacist Elder, staring at the Little Healer Immortal and softly saying, “Isn’t the Cursed Poison Body supposed to be immune to poisons? How is she now?”
“Poison too concentrated, just temporarily unconscious. She should wake up soon.” The Pharmacist Elder said casually.
“Oh.” Nodding lightly, Xiao Yan sat down at the table in the small room, waiting for the Little Healer Immortal to wake up. After a reminder, the Pharmacist Elder returned to the ring.
Sitting at the table, Xiao Yan looked at the unconscious Little Healer Immortal, sighing and shaking his head. Her original wish was to become an alchemist, but due to her innate attributes, she settled for becoming a healer. However, according to her current development, she might become a master poisoner, feared and avoided by many on the continent. At that point, as she said, no one would dare to approach her, let alone be a friend who could talk to her openly. Originally, she wanted to be a healer, but it seems fate has another plan, turning a kind-hearted woman into a feared Cursed Poison Body.
“Sigh.” Sighing again, Xiao Yan lifted his eyes and noticed the colorful hues on the Little Healer Immortal’s face gradually fading.
“Is she waking up?” Xiao Yan muttered, sitting quietly for a moment. Finally, the Little Healer Immortal, who had been lying with closed eyes, slowly opened them. Her jade-like hands moved slightly, and she glanced at the black poison, her lips curling into a bitter smile. After a moment, the bitterness spread, and she suddenly pulled the blanket over her face, her muffled, sobbing voice coming from under the covers.
“Couldn’t control it again… I really am a disgrace.”
Sitting in the chair, listening to the soft, weak sobs, Xiao Yan’s mood became heavy. Slowly standing up, he sat by the bed, gently patting the Little Healer Immortal’s body wrapped in the blanket.
Feeling someone touch her, she threw off the blanket, her beautiful eyes widening as she hurriedly wiped away her tears, asking softly, “How did you come in?”
“I came in while you were unconscious,” Xiao Yan replied with a gentle smile.
Hearing this, the Little Healer Immortal’s face changed slightly, and she secretly hid the black poison in the blanket. After a moment, she suddenly remembered something and anxiously asked, “You didn’t touch me, did you?”
“Er… having known each other for so long, do you think I would take advantage of you?” Xiao Yan chuckled dryly.
“No, that’s not what I meant… I meant, did you touch my body?”
Waving her hand, the Little Healer Immortal explained.
“No,” Xiao Yan shook his head.
Seeing him shake his head, the Little Healer Immortal breathed a sigh of relief, curling her slender legs and resting her chin on her knees. “I’m fine, just had a problem with mixing the medicine.”
Xiao Yan didn’t speak, staring at the Little Healer Immortal for a long time before quietly asking, “Can you really not quit… that stuff?”
Hearing this, the Little Healer Immortal was taken aback, her body suddenly tensing, her face twisting as she stared at Xiao Yan. “You… what do you know?”
“I read the Seven-Color Poison Scripture and also know that you ate poisons,” Xiao Yan said, staring into her dodging, clear eyes.
“So… you know about the Cursed Poison Body?” Seeing Xiao Yan nod, the Little Healer Immortal gave a sad smile, biting her red lips. “Then you’re afraid of me, right?”
Staring at the tear tracks on the Little Healer Immortal’s delicate face, Xiao Yan felt a twinge of emotion, shaking his head, a warm smile playing on his lips. He gently patted her head, saying softly, “If I was scared, I would have run. No matter what, we’ve been through tough times together.”
Hearing this, the Little Healer Immortal’s tears paused, her eyes wide as she looked at Xiao Yan. “You’re really not afraid of me? Then, would you still dare to eat what I cook for you in the future?”
“Anytime,” Xiao Yan said, smiling warmly.
Looking at Xiao Yan’s warm, smiling face, a warm current flowed through the Little Healer Immortal’s heart. Wiping away the tears on her face, she sniffled, whispering softly in her heart, “Thank you, Xiao Yan. Perhaps, you will be my only friend in the future. But no matter what happens, as long as you still consider me a friend, even if I become a feared master poisoner, I will still be the Little Healer Immortal of Qing Shan Town in front of you…”
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