Imperial Treasure
Chapter 247 - 180: Sheepskin Scroll, a Chinese National Treasure?

Chapter 247: Chapter 180: Sheepskin Scroll, a Chinese National Treasure?

Although the scenery was picturesque and pleasing, one could not deny that Old Lady Mao San’s dwelling was somewhat simple. Light from outside seeped through the cracks of the wooden lattice window, specks of dust floated in the air, as well as the distinct smell of mothballs the elder used to ward off fleas and the like.

But overall, it was better smelling than the fox stench of the cave within.

Sui Yi pressed her hand against Xiao Dao’s chest, her brows furrowing slightly.

When she had carried the person down just now, she had already tried transferring Magnetic Sensation to Xiao Dao, and just as she expected, the fox had sucked away the magnetic energy from Xiao Dao’s body. As long as the breath was still there, she could feed in enough magnetic energy to keep Xiao Dao from dying with that last breath. Assimilating it, Xiao Dao could gradually be nursed back to health...

It was fortunate that the Giant Fox didn’t kill the person in one go.

So after transferring about a third of her magnetic energy, Sui Yi saw Xiao Dao’s complexion grow rosier, and her breathing grew heavier.

After a while, she pushed open the door.

A crowd had already gathered outside the door. Seeing Sui Yi come out so soon, they were naturally shocked, some even more worried. Could it be that Xiao Dao was beyond saving? Otherwise, why would it be so quick...

"Miss, Miss, is Xiao Dao..." Old Lady Mao San was the most anxious, and despite her inconvenient legs and feet, she rushed over.

Sui Yi hurriedly supported her and responded to everyone’s inquiries, "She’ll be fine now. As long as she recuperates for a while, remember not to eat anything raw or fishy, and it’s best to nourish her blood and energy..."

Upon hearing this, the crowd exploded with excitement. Wow, was she really saved?

This was too miraculous.

Disbelieving, some followed Old Lady Mao San inside after thanking Sui Yi and rushed to see for themselves.

"It’s true... her face has turned red, she’s saved!"

"Truly miraculous!"

"An immortal, this is..."

The crowd buzzed with noise, but thankfully Mao Gang, with his authoritative voice, silenced them, asking everyone to maintain quiet. He then led the group to formally thank Sui Yi... It was already late afternoon around three or four o’clock by now, so he began to shout for people to prepare food...

After all, Sui Yi had not only saved Xiao Dao but had also provided them a way to make money. Mao Gang’s gratitude was indescribable.

Only now did the villagers realize that Sui Yi had come to the mountains to do business, looking to buy Bamboo Carvings. Normally they would have been on guard, fearing another swindler, but now there wasn’t a trace of worry. One by one, they cheerfully offered to cook a feast to welcome her...

The villagers were simple and sincere. If they genuinely felt that a distinguished guest had come to the village, they would hold a big feast. Even though the arrangements were sudden, they were even more enthusiastic, not allowing Sui Yi any chance to decline. The men shouted and went up the mountain to hunt and dig for bamboo shoots, while the women started preparing food and checking their own Bamboo Carvings. In no time, everyone became busy and excited.

In doing so, they seemed to have blurred the threat of the Giant Fox.

Sui Yi sat in the courtyard, unaffected by the excitement around her, as always quiet and gentle. Lin Yun watched in awe and pride, thinking to herself that such a capable and kind-hearted boss was hard to find even with a lantern. Her previous decision was worth it.

However, Li Jingyan had some worries and dampened Lin Yun’s enthusiasm, "Miss, do you really want to spend the night in the mountain? I’ve just checked those rooms... If you are worried about that fox, I can stay over for the night and you two ladies can go down the mountain to stay at a motel."

Having grown up in the slums, he was used to hardship and although he hadn’t lost his conscience, he ultimately put himself before others, not easily sacrificing himself for someone else’s sake. However, such people often felt the deepest sense of gratitude. Sui Yi was his life-saving benefactor, who had changed his life and given direction. There was no one more important than her.

To put it bluntly, the death of everyone in the village wouldn’t compare to Sui Yi’s importance!

Without delving into Li Jingyan’s thoughts, Sui Yi, aware of his concerns, soothed him with a smile, "This kind of environment isn’t much... I’ve lived through worse before. As for Lin Yun... you go down the mountain with Jing Yang."

Li Jingyan naturally wouldn’t consent, and Lin Yun...

"Hey, it seems the boss has forgotten. I also grew up poor. At my poorest, my family of four would sleep on the floor in the kitchen. Haven’t I slept through that?" Lin Yun said, drinking water and smiling elegantly, "As a subordinate, wherever the boss is, I will be too. And as for you, Jing Yang, with both of us ladies here, you definitely don’t need to go down the mountain. Just sleep in the thatched cabin."

This statement delighted everyone and was said in jest, causing all three to laugh.