Bit by bit, the assassin’s fearful eyes turned as dull as a piece of wood.

　　“What’s your name?”

　　Gu Ruoyun’s voice was like magic and compelled the assassin to obediently reply, “Reporting to Master, my name Li Chen.”

　　“So your name is Li Chen, huh? You can return now. Keep a watchful eye on Second Master Gu and when you see any suspicious activities, report back to me through soul telepathy.”

　　Li Chen was being controlled by Baobao. As there was a contract between Baobao and Gu Ruoyun it was possible for Li Chen to communicate to them through soul telepathy. Of course, with the capabilities of Baobao, it could only control souls which were beneath the level of Martial Kings.

　　“Master, Baobao can do this as well?” Wei Yiyi’s beautiful eyes were opened wide in surprise as she asked in puzzlement, “Since it has this ability, why don’t we use it to control Second Master Gu and get all the information we want directly from him?”

　　Gu Ruoyun shook her head, “I would have done it already if it was that simple. There’s a mysterious force backing Second Master Gu. If I were to control his soul, those people will immediately take notice and it won’t be safe. What I need to find out now is who they are and about their feud with my parents.”

　　“Master, shouldn’t you thank Gu Xianglin for sending someone to you?” Wei Yiyi blinked her eyes innocently and grinned. Obviously, seeing someone from the Gu household make a fool out of himself has lightened her mood considerably.

　　Gu Ruoyun smiled, “That’s right, just now…”

　　She turned to look for the masked man and realized that there was no one behind her. He had disappeared without a trace.

　　“Master,” Wei Yiyi asked hesitantly, “That man, what’s his story?”

　　“I’m not sure.”

　　Gu Ruoyun shook her head, “But he was without ill intentions.”

　　Moreover, to reasons unbeknownst to Gu Ruoyun, she couldn’t help but feel safe and calm as the man was holding her in his arms.

　　“Never mind.” Gu Ruoyun retracted her gaze, “Let’s go, Wei Yiyi.”

　　Just as she was about to leave, she seemed to feel something and took a second look at the ancient tree that man had been hiding behind previously.

　　When Gu Ruoyun and Wei Yiyi’s figures have disappeared from view, a black-clothed shadow slowly stepped out from behind the ancient tree. The man pursed his thin lips and his expression carried a chilling determination. However, his pitch-dark eyes continued to look at the receding form of the young girl with a sense of gentleness and familiarity.

　　“I’m sorry, Yun’er. I can’t reunite with you yet, please forgive me…”

　　…

　　Three years ago, there was an auction which had shocked countless people. Therefore, when the Hundred Herb Hall announced that the Beauty Rejuvenation Pills will be made available for purchase, it instantly caused a storm within the entire Azure Dragon Country. All the high officials and nobles began gathering their riches so that they can get their hands on one of the pills.

　　Though some of them may not necessarily need the Beauty Rejuvenation Pill for themselves, once they heard about the rare and valuable pills, they immediately wanted to vie and try to obtain one for themselves.

　　However, once they were in the Hundred Herb Hall, they immediately became abnormally quiet. Perhaps they were afraid that they would be chased out of the Hall if they became too disorderly.

　　“Welcome everyone! We have quite a good turnout today.” Shopkeeper Zhao let out a dry cough and proclaimed with a bright smile, “We only have a limited number of pills prepared today so only twenty people would be able to purchase a pill. Since there are already twenty of you here, there will be nothing left for the latecomers. For today, we are not only selling the Beauty Rejuvenation Pills, we will also be selling Longevity Pills.”

　　Everyone’s heart skipped a beat as Shopkeeper Zhao finished speaking.