Proud Goddess Falls in Love with Me
Chapter 1392: 1351: A Group

Chapter 1392: Chapter 1351: A Group

That being said, Lu Chuan slept for three full days and nights.

The exhaustion from being drained by Yun Yan, the two instances of bloodletting to activate the altar, and the sleepless ten days of patient treatment and alchemy—though these wouldn’t leave any permanent effects on Lu Chuan’s body, they marked the first time he had fainted from sheer fatigue since breaking through to the Nascent Soul Realm.

Especially with alchemy, it consumed an extraordinary amount of energy. Not only did he have to continuously sustain the Nine Heavens Profound Fire, but he also had to craft specific elixir pills tailored to different injuries. Even though Lu Chuan took elixirs midway to restore his Spiritual Power, he was still nearly drained dry.

After all, taking a life was far simpler than saving one.

It wasn’t until Lu Chuan slowly regained consciousness that Ichikazu, who had been keeping vigil at his bedside, immediately lit up with excitement. She lunged into his arms, choking with emotion, “Brother Lu Chuan, you’re finally awake. Ichikazu was worried to death!”

“How long was I out?”

Lu Chuan struggled to sit up, pinched the space between his brows, and felt that his mind was still somewhat foggy.

He only remembered that it had been ages since he had been this exhausted. Too many factors had piled up, pushing him to the point of outright collapse.

“Brother Lu Chuan, you’ve been asleep for three days…”

“Well, that’s not too long, then.”

During his entire slumber, Lu Chuan’s Divine Sense, under the guidance of the Tower Spirit, entered the Demon Suppression Pagoda for recuperation. Although he couldn’t perceive what was happening in the outside world, he still remained conscious overall.

“Where’s Ms. Embroideress? Why isn’t she here?”

When he opened his eyes and didn’t see Xiu Niang, Lu Chuan actually felt a twinge of disappointment.

This feeling was akin to being nothing more than a tool Ms. Embroideress used to fulfill her desires, discarded after use.

“Ms. Embroideress just left, saying she was going to find a doctor to see when you’d wake up,” Ichikazu explained.

Hearing this, Lu Chuan finally let out a sigh of relief and said with a bitter smile, “I’m the best doctor in the world—who else could she possibly find?”

“Then why does the world’s best doctor take so long to wake up?”

Just then, the door creaked open, and Ms. Embroideress returned with Suzumiya Setsuna trailing behind her.

“Oh, so everyone’s here now!”

“Yes, you had it easy—falling asleep and leaving us frantically running around, hopping mad, trying to clean up after you.”

“It was all for saving lives; what could I do?”

“Well then, Miracle Doctor Lu, please make sure to look after your own body next time before saving others, so you don’t make us worry!”

Ms. Embroideress spoke with mild irritation as she threw a white robe onto the bed and turned away, muttering softly, “I made this for you. Try it on.”

“You made it yourself?”

Lu Chuan touched the fabric—it was similar to the material of the cheongsam Ms. Embroideress wore but even silkier. It must have been quite precious.

“It was supposed to be for someone else, but they didn’t want it, so I’m giving it to you instead.”

“Who’s got the same body measurements as me?”

Lu Chuan smirked and tried on the robe, then remarked, “It fits perfectly.”

“Tsk, you look way too flashy in pure white. Take it off, and I’ll make some adjustments.”

“No need to adjust it; I like it as it is.”

Having spent so much time with Ms. Embroideress, Lu Chuan had come to understand her personality.

She was a classic case of saying one thing while meaning another. Even when she was fond of something, she’d act nonchalant about it. Lu Chuan had figured her out long ago.

“I really like it. Thank you for your hard work.”

Lu Chuan wrapped his arms around Ms. Embroideress’s waist and planted a light kiss on her crimson lips. Her cheeks flushed instantly, and she bashfully punched Lu Chuan’s chest, saying, “There are other people here!”

Seeing the pair’s intimacy, it was hard not to feel envious. Ichikazu pouted so much it seemed she could hang two vinegar bottles from her lips.

In contrast, Suzumiya Setsuna appeared much calmer. With some concern, she asked, “Lu Chuan, do you feel unwell anywhere? Should I prepare some supplements for you?”

“No need. My physique recovers well on its own. But you—these past few days must’ve been dizzyingly busy for you, right?”

“The family’s rebuilding is necessary. Besides, thanks to your help, Lu Chuan, the other major families offered plenty of resources and funds to assist in the reconstruction of the Suzumiya family as a token of gratitude, so it ended up being much easier than expected.”

Lu Chuan’s decisive action in resolving the crisis with the Yin Ghost Sect had made the other families, despite their reluctance, offer up resources without much hesitation. The thought of Lu Chuan’s terrifying power deterred any stinginess on their part.

After all, at the negotiating table, they merely faced the bunny-like Suzumiya Setsuna. But if they bullied the bunny too much, the next time they wouldn’t be speaking to her—they’d be facing the wolf that was Lu Chuan. At that point, the price they’d pay would be far greater than just some resources.

Thus, they handed over their contributions swiftly and without much resistance.

“That’s good to hear. Even so, fully restoring the Suzumiya family’s vitality won’t be an easy feat. Over the next ten or twenty years, you’ll still have your hands full.”

Hearing this, Suzumiya Setsuna smiled bitterly and shook her head.

“Actually, my authority as Family Head has already been gradually replaced.”

“How could this happen?”

For such a drastic change to occur right after the crisis ended, it was disheartening.

“Well, it was partially my own suggestion. One reason is that after this ordeal, I’ve come to realize my temperament isn’t suited for being a Family Head. I’m too indecisive, unable to fully put aside personal emotions to consider matters from the family’s perspective.

Another reason… Seeing my friends die around me has given me some insight. I don’t want to be filled with regret when the next crisis arrives. So… from now on, I want to live life for myself.”

Looking into Suzumiya Setsuna’s eyes, Lu Chuan gradually understood her true intentions and smiled. “I can’t leave at the moment, though. The Suzumiya family’s troubles are resolved, but my own problems still remain.”

“That’s fine; I can wait.”

Being no stranger to matters of the heart, Ms. Embroideress naturally understood what was being communicated between Lu Chuan and Suzumiya Setsuna. She beckoned Ichikazu over and whispered, “Ichikazu, do you want to become Lu Chuan’s wife?”

Upon hearing this, Ichikazu’s face turned a rosy red. She bashfully nodded and said, “I do…”

“Then what are you waiting for? Your sister has already made her feelings clear. If you don’t act soon, when we return to Cathay, we’ll leave you behind!”

“How could you! I-I already said it before!”

“That doesn’t count. Listen to me—you do it like this…”

As Ms. Embroideress whispered her plan, Ichikazu’s face grew so flushed it looked as though it could drip blood.

“Will this really work?”

“Trust me. Think about it—if you seal the deal with him, Suzumiya Setsuna will have to call you ‘big sister’ someday. Doesn’t that excite you?”

“A-a little bit!”

“Exactly. Tonight, I’ll leave the door open for you. Don’t chicken out, alright?”

“Okay, okay! Ms. Embroideress, from now on, we’re on the same team!”