420: Rejected

Xiao Zhuo merely glanced at the Female Immortal with a composed expression, ignoring her. He nodded slightly towards the Queen Mother of the West and walked straight to the jade bed, concentrating on examining the Imperial Son's Divine Soul.

Seeing this, the Female Immortal grew even angrier: "You..."

"Yu Shang!" the Queen Mother of the West reprimanded in a low voice, her tone displeased.

"Mother!" The Female Immortal named Yu Shang, rebuked, realized her Loss of composure (loss of composure). She glared fiercely at Xiao Zhuo and reluctantly fell silent.

The Queen Mother of the West's gaze followed Xiao Zhuo. Seeing him gaze at her beloved son's Divine Soul, her brows furrowed slightly, and a hint of disappointment flickered in her heart.

The Heavenly Court's Imperial Son had suffered a calamity, and all the famous doctors in the Immortal Realm had already been sought out.

His father, Haotian God (Jade Emperor), reigned over the Heavenly Court and was skilled in the Dao of creation, his medical skills were also extraordinary.

He had once teamed up with a Quasi-Saint who had secluded himself to deeply study the Dao of medicine, but they could only remove the Dao injury on the surface of the soul body, barely slowing down its deterioration. They remained helpless in completely eradicating the Dao injury that had penetrated deep into the Divine Soul.

This Wang Xuan, who was crowned the "Immortal Realm's First Medical Saint" by Penglai Holy Land, seemed... to be merely a facade?

"Daoist Friend Wang! Is there a way to cure my son?" After nearly a hundred breaths, seeing Xiao Zhuo still motionless, the Queen Mother of the West finally couldn't hold back and asked.

Xiao Zhuo turned at the sound, a hint of difficulty on his face.

"If Daoist Friend Wang is also helpless, then so be it." The Queen Mother of the West understood from his expression. While speaking politely, she instructed those beside her: "Yu Shang, escort Daoist Friend Wang..."

Seeing this, Xiao Zhuo felt quite helpless. He didn't find the Dao injury difficult to treat—quite the opposite, it was as easy as turning his hand for him.

His difficulty was that if it could be resolved so easily, wouldn't his request for a origin supreme treasure and a nine-revolution golden elixir as payment seem excessively greedy?

However, at this moment, the Queen Mother of the West already had the intention of seeing him off. He no longer hesitated and interrupted with a smile: "Your Majesty! This Venerable One has not said he cannot cure him. Why are you in such a hurry to see me off?"

Hearing this, the Queen Mother of the West's eyes suddenly brightened: "Does Daoist Friend truly have a way to save my son?"

Even Yu Shang, who was already prepared to respond, looked over in surprise.

"Naturally!" Xiao Zhuo nodded with a smile, "This Venerable One came at the invitation of Daoist Friend Emperor, specifically to treat the Imperial Son. How could I make a joke of this matter?"

He slightly changed the subject, his tone carrying a hint of consideration: "However... if this Venerable One takes action to remove the Imperial Son's Divine Soul Dao injury, the consumption will not be light. I wonder if the Heavenly Court can afford the medical fee?"

"If Daoist Friend can remove my son's Divine Soul Dao injury and save his life, whatever Daoist Friend requests, Tian Xi will naturally do her best to fulfill!" the Queen Mother of the West promised solemnly.

Both "Haotian" and "Queen Mother of the West" in the Heavenly Court are hereditary titles. Her current promise using her true name showed her seriousness.

"With Your Majesty's words, this Venerable One is relieved!" Xiao Zhuo's smile grew wider, "I have ninety percent confidence in treating the Imperial Son. However, during the procedure, no outsiders are allowed in the hall. I ask Your Majesty and the two Fellow Daoists to move outside the hall to act as Protectors."

"How can that be!" Yu Shang immediately questioned sharply, "Mother! This person's origins are unknown. He only made a fleeting appearance at the Penglai Grand Competition, his background is unclear! If he takes advantage of the opportunity to harm Seventh Brother, how can we stop him?"

The Queen Mother of the West also showed hesitation, looking at Xiao Zhuo, wanting to speak but holding back.

"Your Majesty!" Emperor's face was displeased. Yu Shang's words not only questioned Xiao Zhuo but also slapped him in the face. "Imperial Son Yu Pan is already so seriously injured. If there is no cure, even with the protection of the Heavenly Emperor Seal, he may not last for a few more years. Why would Daoist Friend Wang risk coming to our Heavenly Court to commit murder?"

The Queen Mother of the West agreed with Emperor's words in her heart, but it concerned the life of her only son, so she had to be extremely cautious.

"Mother!" Seeing the Queen Mother of the West waver, Yu Shang quickly urged again, "Father has already personally gone to the Western Buddhist Kingdom to invite Medicine Master King Buddha to act! Calculating the time, Father should be returning soon. Why not..."

Medicine Master King Buddha is also a Quasi-Saint great power who has deeply studied the Dao of medicine, renowned for hundreds of thousands of years, saving countless immortals and mortals. His prestige is far beyond what Xiao Zhuo, the "First Medical Saint" promoted by Penglai, could compare to.

Hearing this, the Queen Mother of the West's eyes instantly firmed. She gave Xiao Zhuo an apologetic smile: "I naturally do not doubt Daoist Friend Wang's Divine Ability. However, my husband has personally gone to the Buddhist Kingdom to invite King Buddha to treat Pan'er. Why not ask Daoist Friend to first move to the Flower Rain Palace to rest for a while? When King Buddha arrives, the two of you can then discuss a method of treatment together. Wouldn't that be better?"

Xiao Zhuo knew that the Queen Mother of the West ultimately trusted Medicine Master King Buddha more, and he didn't force the issue. He said calmly: "Since Your Majesty has made her decision, I naturally have no objection."

A doctor does not knock on doors; this is common sense.

Yu Shang, with a cold face, escorted Xiao Zhuo and Emperor out of the sleeping chambers, calling for an Immortal Maiden to lead the way to the Flower Rain Palace.

"Yes, Eldest Princess." The Immortal Maiden respectfully acknowledged.

The atmosphere became stagnant for a moment.

Dilamon, waiting in the courtyard, was expressionless.

Wang Xianzhi, Li Xianchuan, and Zhao Xianyu exchanged glances, showing both dissatisfaction with Yu Shang's attitude at the palace entrance and a hint of inquiry.

Xiao Zhuo was completely unconcerned. He nodded slightly to his Disciples and Dilamon: "Let's go."

The group silently followed the guiding Immortal Maiden, leaving the Floating Splendor Palace.

Emperor accompanied them, his face unable to hide his embarrassment and apology.

Walking to a secluded corridor shrouded in Immortal Qi, Emperor quickened his steps to walk alongside Xiao Zhuo and bowed deeply:

"Daoist Friend Wang, this is truly... I am extremely sorry! Emperor sincerely invited you, but did not expect to cause Daoist Friend to suffer such neglect. The Queen Mother of the West loves her son deeply, and Fairy Yu Shang is young and impetuous... Alas, Emperor apologizes on their behalf here!"

His tone was sincere. He had invited someone on Haotian God's (Jade Emperor) orders, and now the Queen Mother of the West's change of heart made him embarrassed and even more worried about offending Xiao Zhuo.

Xiao Zhuo waved his hand casually, his expression calm: "Daoist Friend Emperor exaggerates. Doctors have benevolent hearts, and also speak of fate. Since the host has doubts and has invited another expert, this Venerable One naturally has no objections. It's a small matter, Daoist Friend need not worry."

This calm and unhurried demeanor made Emperor feel that he was even more unfathomable.

"Revered Master, they..." Wang Xianzhi couldn't help but mutter softly, his small face taut.

Xiao Zhuo turned his head to look at him, a comforting smile on his lips: "It's fine. It's a good opportunity to show you what kind of scenery the Flower Rain Palace, where the Heavenly Court entertains guests, is like."

The guiding Immortal Maiden walked carefully all the way, not daring to speak much.

After passing through several layers of richly decorated palaces filled with Immortal Qi, the view suddenly opened up.

A delicate and elegant palace was nestled amidst Immortal clouds and falling flowers. Strange flowers and trees surrounded the front of the palace, and petals fell like silken rain, their exotic fragrance refreshing. On the white jade plaque above the palace gate, the three Immortal characters "Flower Rain Palace" were written in elegant and flowing script.

"Imperial Lord, High Immortal, the Flower Rain Palace has arrived." The Immortal Maiden stopped in front of the palace, bowing respectfully, "Immortal tea and spiritual fruits have been prepared inside the palace. Please enter and rest. If you have any instructions, simply summon the attendants outside the palace."

The palace gate opened silently, revealing the elegant and beautiful interior decor.

Clouds and mists covered the ground, Immortal wood served as tables, landscape paintings on the walls conveyed a profound Concept, and incense burners in the corners emitted wisps of green smoke, calming the mind and spirit, fully displaying the Heavenly Court's heritage.

"Thank you." Xiao Zhuo nodded slightly to the Immortal Maiden and stepped into the palace first.

Dilamon followed like a shadow.

Wang Xianzhi and the other two curiously surveyed the furnishings inside the palace, temporarily suppressing their displeasure.

Emperor entered last. Seeing Xiao Zhuo had already casually sat down and was playing with an Immortal fruit, the apology on his face had not yet dissipated. He also chose a lower seat to sit down, his mind rapidly pondering how to salvage the situation and how to respond when Haotian God (Jade Emperor) returned later.

The hall was silent for a while, with only the occasional astonished whispers of the three young ones, and the faint, elegant fragrance of Immortal tea emanating from the jade cups.