Meanwhile, Huang Quan had spent the past three days refining elixirs, focusing on relatively simple ones due to her impending visit to the Qin family. On the appointed day, she returned to the Qin residence.
The Qin family was still in the midst of funeral proceedings when Huang Quan arrived. Mr. Qin and the clan elders had assembled in the main hall, waiting for her.
The moment Huang Quan entered, the second master of the Qin family wasted no time in announcing their decision, “We have discussed this matter with the clan elders, and we’ve chosen to end it.”
Huang Quan nodded and indicated that they should continue.
Second Master Qin elaborated, “By putting an end to this conflict, we hope to secure the Qin family’s future.”
Upon hearing the expected answer, Huang Quan added, “Since the second master has chosen to stop, the matter ends here. However…”
Second Master Qin’s heart raced as he anxiously awaited her next words.
Huang Quan wore a faint smile and continued, “If the Qin family ever decides to trouble me again, today’s agreement will no longer hold.”
Despite his simmering anger, Second Master Qin had no choice but to contain it, “Rest assured, from now on, no one from the Qin family will cause you any further trouble.”
Huang Quan expressed her gratitude, “I appreciate the second master’s understanding. I shall take my leave now.”
Second Master Qin replied, “Take your time. I won’t see you off.”
With that, Huang Quan departed from the Qin family’s residence.
The relief that washed over the Qin family was palpable, knowing that their safety had been secured.
The Qin family… was now out of harm’s way.
*
After departing from the Qin Mansion, Huang Quan felt a sense of relief, knowing that the Qin family would no longer be a source of trouble.
With the Qin family’s issue behind her, she looked forward to focusing on her alchemical pursuits without interruptions.
Her third brother had been stuck at the sixth level of cultivation for quite some time. Promotion pills could help him overcome this hurdle and advance to the seventh level.
While Huang Quan had the knowledge to concoct promotion elixirs, she needed to purchase the necessary medicinal ingredients. Thus, her next destination was the local apothecary.
Emerging from the apothecary with her newly acquired ingredients, it was nearing noon. Rather than hurrying back to the college, she decided to dine at a nearby restaurant.
Upon entering the establishment, the restaurant’s patrons couldn’t help but steal glances at her, a sight they found to be quite surprising.
Huang Quan, accustomed to such attention, gracefully chose a table near the window in the dining area and sat down with a composed demeanor.
A diligent waiter approached to take her order, and she promptly requested three dishes and a soup. With the order placed, the waiter departed, leaving Huang Quan to lean back in her chair and gaze out the window at the bustling street.
Beauty was certainly captivating to behold, but overhearing bits of juicy gossip was equally appealing. The other diners in the restaurant struck a balance between admiring the beauty and discussing the day’s most intriguing topics.
“I’ve heard that Prince Diqin will be making an appearance in this year’s competition.”
“Is that so?”
“Absolutely. It’s a widespread rumor throughout the Tianqi Empire.”
“Prince Diqin’s participation is certainly noteworthy, but not as exciting as the Nangong family’s recent developments.”
At the mention of ‘Nangong,’ Huang Quan, who had been observing the street outside, turned her attention back to the lively discussion taking place in the restaurant.
