Chapter 28 Poison Sachet

Chapter 28 Poison Sachet

"Xiuxiu?"

Qi Luofeng waved to Shi Xiuxiu.

Seeing his worried expression, Shi Xiuxiu immediately came to her senses. How could Feng Lang possibly kill her? That was utter nonsense!

He couldn't help but feel angry. Who on earth slandered Feng Lang!

The disciples exchanged glances, unsure whether it was true or not.

Only Si Nidie and others knew that Lou Yuqing's true feelings and words were never wrong, which meant that Qi Luofeng was undoubtedly a scoundrel with a wolf in sheep's clothing.

Si Nidie looked at Shi Xiuxiu with a mixture of sympathy and indignation. Girl, you'd better open your eyes wide when you've got such a husband by your side!

Lou Yuqing was also disappointed in him.

Being love-struck is a bad thing!

You dream of spending your life with Qi Luofeng, but all he wants is your life.

[That's right. Before Shi's parents passed away, they registered all their property with the authorities, specifying that it should be left to Shi Xiuxiu alone. Qi Luofeng wouldn't get a single penny.]

If Qi Luofeng were an honest and upright person, that would be one thing, but he isn't. Before marrying into the Shi family, he already had his eyes on their wealth.

Si Nidie: Love-struck?

That's a very apt description.

Anyone who wasn't blinded by love could have noticed the change in Qi Luofeng's attitude.

Shi Xiuxiu suddenly remembered that a few years ago, before her parents passed away, she was immersed in grief. Feng Lang encouraged her to cheer up, as many people from collateral branches of the family coveted the Shi family's business.

She said, "The government has no record of the Shi family's registration. I am the only legitimate heir, and they cannot take it away from me."

At that moment, Feng Lang's expression was very strange.

Shi Xiuxiu felt something was strange at the time, but her love for Qi Luofeng overcame everything. Now, looking back, she has an indescribable feeling.

"Feng Lang?" Shi Xiuxiu called softly to the man in front of her.

Qi Luofeng was in a good mood: "What's wrong?"

Xiuxiu had just tried to take the punishment for him, which relieved a lot of the pressure on him.

Do you love me?

It's that kind of problem again.

Qi Luofeng felt bored, but said sincerely, "Of course I love you, Xiuxiu."

Shi Xiuxiu looked into his eyes and asked persistently, "How much do you love me?"

"I love you more than you love me." Qi Luofeng gazed deeply into her eyes, seemingly pouring all his love into her.

Under such a gaze, Shi Xiuxiu suddenly lost the strength to pursue the matter.

Fenglang loves her, and that's enough.

However, Lou Yuqing's next words almost broke her down.

Qi Luofeng has some feelings for Shi Xiuxiu, but not many.

Before his parents passed away, he tried his best to be a good son-in-law, a good husband to Shi Xiuxiu, and a good son-in-law to the servants.

This reassured Mr. and Mrs. Shi considerably about Qi Luofeng.

However, the Shi family's fortune will ultimately go to Shi Xiuxiu; no matter how well the son-in-law behaves, it's all for naught if he doesn't bear the Shi surname.

[Shi's parents were shrewd business people after all. They naturally knew that only if their daughter held the reins of the Shi family would they have a good life in the future. If the reins were handed over to their son-in-law, the outcome would most likely be unsatisfactory.]

When Qi Luofeng learned that after all her hard work and effort, she hadn't received a single penny, her mental state collapsed.

He didn't marry into the Shi family because of that small dowry; besides, the dowry would have been gone long ago if the Qi family of seven had been spending money so lavishly.

[Qi Luofeng's ultimate goal is the Shi family's wealth.]

Only after Shi Xiuxiu dies can he legitimately take over the Shi family's assets.

The sachet he gave to Shi Xiuxiu contained poisonous spices. Wearing it every day would gradually weaken her body. The physician who treated her had already been bribed by Qi Luofeng.

Shi Xiuxiu subconsciously looked at the sachet at her waist.

The sachet is uniquely heart-shaped, with red ribbons on both sides, just like the embroidered pattern of two birds flying together. As you walk, the tassels at the bottom will sway gently.

This was a birthday gift from Feng Lang. Although it wasn't the bracelet she wanted, it represented Feng Lang's feelings, and she was overjoyed.

The fragrance inside initially smelled somewhat like sandalwood, but after a while it became bitter, which she didn't like. However, in order to conceive Fenglang's child, she never took it off.

Feng Lang said that the sachet contained spices that were beneficial for women to conceive. He had specially obtained them from the temple of the Goddess of Fertility, and he heard that wearing them for three to five years would be effective.

Shi Xiuxiu has been wearing it for over a year.

She had been feeling unwell for the past few months and asked the physician to take her pulse. The physician said that she was depressed and somewhat weak, and prescribed a lot of medicine for her to drink, but she did not get better.

She and Feng Lang were arguing on the steps when Feng Lang pushed her. Actually, he didn't push her hard; she just suddenly felt dizzy and lost her balance.

Has her body become that weak?

Could it be that the spices in the sachet are really poisonous?

No, Shi Xiuxiu immediately denied it, Feng Lang would never harm her!

“Feng Lang, Wen Dao Sect is a place of immortals, and its medical skills are far superior to those of the local physicians. Lately, I feel my body is becoming increasingly weak. If we could invite an immortal physician, my illness should be easily cured.”

Shi Xiuxiu was eager to find evidence to prove Qi Luofeng's innocence because she noticed that the disciples around her were looking at Fenglang with increasingly hostile eyes.

They can't afford to offend the disciples of the immortal sects.

A look of panic flashed in Qi Luofeng's eyes. If he called in the immortal physician, wouldn't his trick be exposed?

Qi Luofeng said sternly, "Xiuxiu, those immortal sect disciples are not easy to deal with. Can't you give me a break? If you anger them, I won't be able to protect you!"

"But……"

Shi Xiuxiu looked at the expressions of her disciples and became somewhat anxious. They could all hear the strange voice, but Feng Lang could not. Judging from their behavior, they must have believed what the voice said.

In fact, Si Nanren and other law enforcement disciples were indeed eager to try and arrest Qi Luofeng and put him in jail.

They were not just famous for nothing; each of them was sharp-eyed and discerning, and they clearly saw through Qi Luofeng's reaction, realizing that he had something fishy going on.

The truth can be obtained with just a little questioning.

Unfortunately, Qi Luofeng was ultimately just a mortal. Even if he was guilty, he had to be handed over to the authorities. The Wendao Sect's prison was for cultivators with cultivation levels.

At this moment.

Seeing that there was a way, Si Nidie immediately stepped forward and said loudly, "Our Wendao Sect is not a flood or a monster, so you two don't need to be afraid. Since you are seeking medical treatment, I will do a good deed and ask a doctor to take a look at you."

She couldn't stand listening to Qi Luofeng's ramblings; she wanted to nail him down as soon as possible so that she could punish this scumbag later.

Qi Luofeng's expression changed, and he forced a smile, "Immortal Master, there's no need. My wife just has some minor ailments, so there's no need for your sect's physicians to help."

Si Nidie replied with a forced smile, "Yes, I want it!"

He then used a communication jade slip to summon the physician from the medical hall.

[Good job, senior sister! Let's see how this scumbag tries to explain himself now. The sooner Shi Xiuxiu sees through Qi Luofeng's true colors, the sooner she can escape this mess.]

[It should be noted that she possesses spiritual roots, and moreover, she has two spiritual roots with considerable talent, while Qi Luofeng, who is solely focused on seeking immortality, has no spiritual roots.]

Originally, Shi Xiuxiu could have entered the Wendao Sect through this Spirit Testing Conference, but that scumbag boyfriend played the victim, saying he couldn't bear to part with her and wanted to be with her forever.

And so, Shi Xiuxiu gave up her only chance. After returning to the Shi family, she was poisoned to death by a poisonous sachet a few years later, and the Shi family's fortune was sold to that scumbag.

What? !

These words immediately caused the disciples to glare angrily at Qi Luofeng. Destroying someone's path to immortality was tantamount to taking their life; this guy was simply inhuman.

Zixiao Immortal Venerable Gu Bugai glanced at Shi Xiuxiu, not knowing what to say. Being able to cultivate immortality is such a great opportunity. This little girl is giving away the opportunity she has obtained. Is she out of her mind?

Shi Xiuxiu's face turned pale, and a feeling of fear suddenly rose in her heart.

That voice seemed to predict her future, even though she told herself it was all a lie.

The moment she heard it, she seemed to see herself dying tragically at home, with no one beside her and no sign of Feng Lang, the love she cherished.

This caused a violent tug-of-war between Shi Xiuxiu's mind and emotions. On the one hand, she told herself that Feng Lang loved her, while on the other hand, her body trembled uncontrollably.

Qi Luofeng didn't notice everyone's reactions; he was more concerned about his own situation before the conspiracy was exposed.

He made up his mind in no time.

The sachet was obtained from the Temple of Fertility, and the doctor who treated the patient was the prefectural physician. What problem could he have? If there is any problem, it is that he was deceived.

With this in mind, Qi Luofeng felt reassured.

The doctor in the white coat glanced at the two of them: "Which one of you is seeking medical help?"

Shi Xiuxiu shook off her thoughts: "Doctor, it's me." She quietly awaited the verdict.

Soon, the doctor in the white coat gave the answer: "There are signs of poisoning, but the situation can still be controlled. Take an antidote pill, and the illness will be cured immediately."

Everyone thought to themselves: They really have been poisoned.

They began to believe that what the sound was saying was real.

"Poisoning? Doctor, how could Xiuxiu be poisoned?" Qi Luofeng asked incredulously.

Shi Xiuxiu stood motionless, seemingly stunned by the news of her poisoning.

She felt her soul float out of her body, and the sounds around her became ethereal, as if they were coming from another dimension.

"Doctor, please take a look."

When Shi Xiuxiu saw herself handing out the sachet, and also saw the unnatural expression on Feng Lang's face as he watched this scene, it felt as if a hole had been opened in her heart, with a cold wind constantly blowing in.

The white-robed physician took out the spices from the sachet and nodded, saying, "Indeed, this is the poison."

Shi Xiuxiu's mind went blank.

It's true, it's really true...

Fenglang wanted to kill her for the sake of his family fortune.

The other person's voice rang in her ears: "Xiuxiu, I got this sachet from the temple of the Goddess of Fertility. Someone must have been trying to harm us. Once we get back, we'll report it to the authorities and find the culprit."

Yeah?

It must be.

How could Feng Lang possibly want to kill her?

There are plenty of people who dislike the Shi family, and they are far more suspicious than Feng Lang.

Shi Xiuxiu, as if grasping at the last straw, repeatedly said, "Feng Lang, it wasn't you, was it? Tell me, it wasn't you, was it!"

Deep down, she didn't want to admit her failure as a person; how ironic that her husband was plotting to murder her for money.

"How could I possibly do that!" Qi Luofeng denied it outright, then looked sadly at Shi Xiuxiu and said sorrowfully, "So that's what you think of me? Am I so worthless in your eyes?"

Shi Xiuxiu shook her head: "No, I didn't."

She wanted to comfort Qi Luofeng, but apart from those few words, she couldn't say anything else.

Si Nidie stomped her foot in frustration.

"Brother, this girl is too easy to fool. You need to think of something quickly. I can't stand seeing scumbags get away with it." Si Nidie transmitted her voice to Si Nanren.

Si Nanren smiled helplessly: "She must be wavering. As long as she makes up her mind, goes back and takes control of the palace physician, she can get the truth from him."

He then changed the subject: "However, this depends on her decisive attitude. If she continues to waver like this, the outcome is probably uncertain."

Si Nidie pouted in dissatisfaction: "What is this?"

Elder Xu, who had been listening to Lou Yuqing's thoughts, frowned and looked up at the five clouds in the sky, as if waiting for some instructions.

On the cloud, Sect Leader Qingxu and the others shook their heads, never expecting that the Spirit Testing Conference could turn into such a farce.

They didn't care about their love affairs, but Shi Xiuxiu had dual spiritual roots and was a good candidate for cultivation. She couldn't be ruined by Qi Luofeng.

"Elder Xu, test their spiritual roots," Sect Leader Qingxuzi ordered.

Elder Xu's face was solemn: "Yes!"

He said to Shi Xiuxiu and Qi Luofeng, "Come forward, I will examine your spiritual roots."

Qi Luofeng was overjoyed upon hearing this. He had thought that after failing the first stage, the ladder-climbing stage, he would not be qualified to enter the second stage, the spirit-testing stage. He did not expect that he would still have a chance.

Unlike his overjoyed reaction, Shi Xiuxiu remained very quiet. She knew she was waiting for an outcome that would allow her to make a choice.

As Elder Xu cast several spells into the array, the magic circle beneath their feet suddenly lit up, and a white light enveloped their bodies.

Before long, the light faded.

Qi Luofeng remained unchanged, but when he glanced at Shi Xiuxiu beside him, an incredulous look appeared on his face.

Two beams of light, blue and green, surrounded Shi Xiuxiu. At her feet, water rippled and vines grew, a sign that she possessed both water and wood spiritual roots.

"How could this be..."

Qi Luofeng looked like she had suffered a severe blow.

He couldn't believe he had lost to Shi Xiuxiu.

"Xiuxiu, I don't want to be separated from you. We made a promise to be together for life. Do you still stand by your words?" Qi Luofeng suddenly said.

Looking at the man's affectionate expression, Shi Xiuxiu felt a chill in her heart.

That voice was right.

As expected, Feng Lang advised her to leave Wendao Sect.