Chapter 343

Chapter 343

The news that the remnants of the deadly snake poison mutated toxin remained in Qu Xinyang's body eventually reached Qu Kun's ears.

Qu Kun, fuming with anger, exclaimed, "I thought Ling Chuan had mellowed recently. I believed he'd turned over a new leaf, but he's just been feeling guilty, that damned rogue!"

Qu Xinyang helplessly looked at Qu Kun, "Father, it was an honest mistake."

"An honest mistake? Can we just dismiss it with that? Dabao, Xiaobao, if you ever see that bastard Ling Chuan, bite him! Bite him to death!" Qu Kun spat out vehemently.

Ye Shi frowned, expressing his reservations, "Grandfather, Ling Chuan's flesh is too tough. Dabao and Xiaobao can't bite through it. They might even break a tooth trying."

Qu Kun pondered deeply, "That's the flesh of a martial saint. It's naturally tough. But if they manage to bite a chunk off, it'd be richer in essence than the finest elixir."

Ye Shi nodded in concurrence, "True that. The blood, flesh, and bones of a martial saint are all treasures."

Qu Xinyang: "..."

Dabao and Xiaobao, looking up, blinked their eyes in confusion as they listened to the conversation.

Qu Xinyang sighed in exasperation, "Father, don’t do this."

Qu Kun glared at Qu Xinyang, "You used to call me 'Dad.' What's this 'Father' business?"

Qu Xinyang stared innocently at Qu Kun, "Back then, you told me you were my dad, and that mom had run off with someone else. But that's not the truth... Father Ling Chuan has been searching for you all these years."

Initially, Qu Xinyang found it odd. With Qu Kun being such a formidable figure in foreign lands, how could his mother have run off with someone else?

Qu Kun eyed Qu Xinyang suspiciously, "What did that beast tell you? He's a pathological liar. You can't trust him."

Qu Xinyang chuckled awkwardly, whispering, "Father said that after your intimate moments, you abandoned him..." He paused, seeing Qu Kun's dark expression.

"Why doesn't he just die?" Qu Kun roared, grinding his teeth.

Qu Xinyang: "..." The truth was, in the throes of passion, Ling Chuan had once taken advantage of Qu Kun. After the act, without uttering a word, Qu Kun had silently slipped away.

The phrase 'hit and run' might be a bit extreme, but there was some truth in it since Qu Kun did leave.

"Stay away from your father. He's a complete beast, a degenerate!" Qu Kun admonished Qu Xinyang.

After a moment of silence, Qu Xinyang said, "Father is actually a good person."

Qu Kun: "..." How did I end up with such a blind son?

"What's good about him? He's hypocritical, two-faced, despicable, and a bully," Qu Kun's voice rose with each accusation.

Qu Xinyang, embarrassed, said, "Father mentioned that he's always calm with others, but when it comes to you, he can't control his feelings."

Qu Kun took a deep breath, closing and reopening his eyes, which now glowed with rage. "What great sins have I committed to deserve such special attention from him?"

Qu Xinyang: "..."

...

Bai Chenxing walked out from the corridor, addressing Qu Kun, "Father-in-law, it's time for Xinyang's medicinal bath."

Qu Kun nodded, casting a glance at Qu Xinyang, "Go on."

Qu Xinyang acknowledged with a nod and stood up.

Bai Chenxing gently grasped Qu Xinyang's hand, who reciprocated the gesture warmly. Ye Shi watched their departing figures, noting how harmonious they looked together.

Qu Kun, observing the departing silhouettes of Qu Xinyang and Bai Chenxing, looked slightly pacified.

"Mu Chen's concoction has been extremely effective. Father said that his absorption of elemental energy has increased manifold," Ye Shi remarked.

Mu Chen explained that one of the primary reasons for Father's frail health was the accumulation of toxins within him. Once these toxins are cleared, Father's inherent potential, which should have been outstanding, could be realized.

If Father's physical condition improves, Mu Chen isn’t sure if he could elevate him to the level of a Martial Sovereign, but becoming a Martial Grandmaster is well within reach.

"Ling Chuan has caused great harm, not only to your father but also to you," Qu Kun said with disdain.

In reality, not only did Qu Xin Yang have accumulated toxins, but there were also traces of a mutated fatal snake venom within Ye Shi. However, the dosage within Ye Shi was minimal, making it almost undetectable and causing minimal impact.

Ye Shi lowered his head, thinking to himself: Although father's health issues are related to Grandfather Ling, Grandfather Ling was also a victim! Without him, wouldn't have father.

Qu Kun looked at Ye Shi and asked, "What are you thinking about?"

Ye Shi hesitated briefly, then smiled at Qu Kun, replying, "I was just thinking, Grandfather, you're right. Grandfather Ling is despicable. Truly a disgrace."

Da Bao and Xiao Bao sat calmly on the ground, listening to Qu Kun and Ye Shi's conversation.

Qu Kun nodded and said, "Your father might have been a bit naive, but at least you're clear-headed."

From a distance, Ling Chen glanced sympathetically at Ling Chuan, commenting, "Younger Brother, Qu Kun holds deep resentment towards you."

Ling Chuan's face darkened, admitting, "It's my fault."

Upon discovering his connection to Qu Xin Yang's health issues, Ling Chuan felt guilt-ridden, making him more respectful toward Qu Kun.

Ling Chen looked at Ling Chuan's despondent face and sighed inwardly. The one who poisoned Ling Chuan had already been killed; debating who was right or wrong back then is somewhat late now.

As Ling Chuan and Ling Chen emerged, Qu Kun coldly snorted upon seeing them and turned away.

...

"Yan Xing, is your father doing better now?" Ling Chuan inquired of Ye Shi.

Ye Shi nodded, replying, "Mu Chen said that after a few more therapeutic baths, the toxins in Father's body should be almost completely cleared."

Ling Chuan nodded in relief, murmuring, "That's good to hear. That's very good."

Qu Kun glared fiercely at Ling Chuan, reproaching, "All this misfortune is your doing."

Ling Chuan smiled sadly, admitting, "I'm at fault."

Seeing Ling Chuan's remorseful demeanor, Qu Kun felt even more irate.

Qu Kun disliked Ling Chuan when he was brazen, and even when he sincerely apologized. Qu Kun thought to himself that Ling Chuan was truly detestable.

Ling Chuan noticed Qu Kun's annoyed expression and turned to Ye Shi, asking, "Shi Tou, is the Mother-Son Ring still working well?"

Ye Shi nodded, responding, "It's very effective. Thank you, Grandfather Ling."

Ling Chuan picked up Da Bao, checking him over and thinking: My own grandson, such a sturdy body.

Rumor had it that when Da Bao bumped his head on the corner of a table without any injuries, the cook who witnessed it was so terrified that his legs went weak. One even fainted from fright.

"Da Bao and Xiao Bao's tendencies to bump their heads is all your fault," Qu Kun glared at Ling Chuan accusingly.

Ling Chuan thought, "How is it my fault? Da Bao and Xiao Bao's habit was taught by Shi Tou, not me!"

Qu Kun sneered, "All of you Ling family members are deranged, fond of throwing yourselves into furnaces. It's due to inheriting your family's genes that Da Bao and Xiao Bao act so recklessly."

Ling Chen frowned and interjected, "Seventeenth Brother, you might be misunderstanding our Ling family's body-refining technique..."

Qu Kun snapped back, "I'm no sibling of yours..."

Ling Chen glanced at Ling Chuan and continued, "Not everyone can practice our family's technique, only the direct lineage of the Ling family. And not all of them qualify; only those who pass a rigorous body test can practice this skill."

Qu Kun thought for a moment and mockingly replied, "So, to even consider taking such risks, one first has to qualify? Your Ling family is twisted indeed."

Ling Chen blinked innocently, thinking: How are we any different from Bai family's technique of integrating formations into the body?

"Our body-refining technique is a treasure. After practicing, one can advance much faster in their cultivation without any instability. One can also easily challenge those of higher levels, and facing heavenly tribulations is no longer a concern," Ling Chen said with some pride.

Qu Kun sized up Ling Chen, "Given your refined appearance and strength, I assume you've also practiced this body-refining technique?"

Ling Chen nodded humbly, "I was fortunate enough to meet the criteria, though I'm not very proficient."

"Show-off!" Qu Kun retorted.

Ling Chen thought, "I was just stating facts!"

Qu Kun cast a sidelong glance at Ling Chuan, sneering, "Like they say, if you're not family, you don't belong in the same home. Shameless."

Ling Chuan: "..."

Ling Chen: "..."