Jia Nan Academy Outskirts – Magical Beasts Forest.
Xiao Yi Xian carefully hid behind a pile of scattered rocks, cautiously scanning her surroundings. Not far away, at the base of a cliff, she spotted a rare poisonous herb—Crimson Spirit Mushroom—and her beautiful eyes sparkled with desire.
This herb contained strong toxins and had hallucinogenic properties. It was a key ingredient recorded in the Seven-Colored Poison Codex. Such herbs were scarce outside, but since this was near Jia Nan Academy—where few people sought toxic medicinal ingredients—she had the rare fortune of encountering it here.
Perched on a large tree not far away, Xiao Bai sat on a thick branch, holding a book borrowed from the Jia Nan Academy library. He lowered his head, seemingly engrossed in reading, as if oblivious to what was happening below.
However, the occasional mischievous smirk at the corner of his mouth revealed that he was fully aware of the unfolding events and watching intently.
After their meeting a few days ago, he had decided to let Xiao Yi Xian venture out for some real-world experience. This girl was kind-hearted and had never truly participated in battle before. Moreover, her Calamity Poison Body was advancing too quickly—her ability to control her power had not kept pace with her cultivation. This imbalance meant she had immense strength but lacked the finesse to wield it effectively.
She needed training. Otherwise, when facing real opponents, she might struggle to control her abilities and end up flustered.
In the original story, she traveled to the Chu Yun Empire and eventually became the Poison Sect's leader. She must have faced numerous trials along the way. Although the novel did not elaborate on her journey, the fact that a girl from a small town like Qingshan Town could rise to lead a major sect in an empire filled with Poison Master's skilled in poison was proof of her struggles. Even with the Calamity Poison Body, only she knew the hardships she had endured.
Just as Xiao Bai's thoughts drifted, Xiao Yi Xian waited for a moment longer. Seeing no Magical Beasts appear, she cautiously emerged from her hiding spot and slowly approached the crimson herb.
However, as she drew closer, a sudden chill rose in her heart. Her light footsteps halted abruptly, her delicate brows furrowing slightly. Then, without hesitation, she spun around and dashed away.
"Hiss—!"
The moment she turned to flee, a slender black shadow shot out like lightning from beneath the pile of rocks near the herb, lunging toward her back.
Sensing the sharp whistling of air behind her, a flicker of panic crossed Xiao Yi Xian's eyes—but she quickly steadied herself. With the Calamity Poison Body activated, her five senses became incredibly sharp. The growing chill from behind made her hairs stand on end.
Instinctively, she used Moonshadow Step, a high-rank Xuan Class movement technique that Xun Er had taught her. She narrowly dodged the attack at the last moment.
Though she barely avoided the strike, her elegant movements—paired with her ethereal, fairy-like aura—made it seem as if she were gracefully stepping across moonlit waves, like a celestial maiden descending from the heavens.
"A celestial maiden treads the waves, her silk-like steps untouched by dust; on the water, she moves lightly, as if stepping on the moon."
Having evaded the sudden attack, Xiao Yi Xian finally saw the slender figure that had landed nearby. It was entirely pitch black, its triangular head blending seamlessly with the shadows in the grass. Had she not been focusing on it, she might have overlooked it entirely.
Her gaze swept over the creature hidden in the darkness. Taking a deep breath, she muttered, "A Rank 2 Magical Beast—Shadow Viper!"
Meanwhile, Xiao Bai, still sitting on the tree, was speechless. He couldn't help but wonder if this girl was putting on a show for him.
This particular Magical Beast might be troublesome for most Dou Shi, given its small size, stealthy presence, and incredible speed. Its primary attack was a highly venomous spit—strong enough to trouble even Da Dou Shi.
But she had the Calamity Poison Body! The venom of a mere Rank 2 Magical Beast was nothing more than a supplement to her—yet here she was, gasping in shock. The predecessors of the Calamity Poison Body throughout history would probably be rolling in their graves!
"She needs training—a lot of it!" Xiao Bai made up his mind. He couldn't let this girl spend her days locked in a room, only refining and consuming poisons, without developing a single Dou Technique. Otherwise, the Heavenly Poison Lady, who once shook the Chu Yun Empire, would end up as nothing more than a Poison Hermit under his care.
Thus, under Xiao Bai's "merciless" guidance, Xiao Yi Xian faced the toughest days of her life. Every day, Xiao Bai drove different Rank 2 Magical Beasts toward her, forcing her into battle.
Since becoming a Dou Zhe, the only time she had "fought" was against Manager Yao of the Ten Thousand Medicines Hall in Qingshan Town—but that hardly counted. She had simply coated the door with poison in advance and waited for him to walk into the trap.
After that, she met Xiao Bai, who never gave her the chance to fight, leaving her without any actual battle experience despite her breakthroughs.
At first, dealing with these Rank 2 Magical Beasts was extremely difficult for her. She ended up covered in wounds after every encounter, and on multiple occasions, she barely escaped with her life. However, she had a natural talent for combat. Through constant battles, she gradually became familiar with different types of beasts—some with thick hides, others with extreme agility.
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One evening, dragging her tired, slightly injured body, Xiao Yi Xian returned to their temporary camp once again.
"You're back! Hungry? Dinner's almost ready!"
By the campfire, Xiao Bai sat leisurely, roasting a large beast leg. The moment he saw her, he enthusiastically greeted her, his face full of concern.
Xiao Yi Xian couldn't help but roll her beautiful eyes playfully. This guy was like a completely different person at night. During the day, he was strict and merciless, pushing her to her limits without hesitation.
But as soon as they returned here, he turned back into "Xiao(Little)Bai", treating her with endless care and affection, completely spoiling her. Anything she wanted, he would agree to without question.
"Come, sit down. Let me heal your wounds!" Xiao Bai didn't wait for her response. He grabbed her delicate hand and led her to the campfire, already preparing to use Xiao Yi's power to heal her injuries.
Xiao Yi Xian was too exhausted to resist. She allowed him to pull her down beside the fire, her cheeks flushing slightly as she saw the soft green glow forming at his fingertips.
"Mmm…!"
The moment his fingers touched her wound, an unexpectedly tingling yet soothing sensation surged through her nerves. A soft, involuntary moan escaped her lips.
The faint green energy spread over her wounds, creating a bizarre mix of numbness and cooling relief. She tried to suppress the embarrassing sounds, but it was impossible.
She felt a little ashamed, but compared to the first few days, she had already grown somewhat used to it. At first, she thought Xiao Bai was messing with her, but after seeing how effective his healing technique was—instantly closing her wounds without leaving a single scar—she realized she had wrongly accused him.
Seeing the strange smile in Xiao Bai's eyes, Xiao Yi Xian pouted in embarrassment and scolded him softly, "Shameless!"
"I'm just healing your wounds! How is that shameless? You're a healer yourself—don't slander an innocent man!" Xiao Bai protested while tending to her injuries, feigning innocence.
"Everything about you is shameless. You, your words, even your lightning—it's all improper!" Xiao Yi Xian huffed playfully, the corners of her lips curving slightly.
"Well, there's no helping it. Whether I'm shameless or not, you're stuck with me for life—just accept it!"
After finishing the treatment on her arm, Xiao Bai gently lifted her long, slender legs onto his lap and began tending to the wounds there.
Xiao Yi Xian's gaze softened as she quietly watched his handsome face, illuminated by the flickering firelight. He looked especially serious when focused on treating her wounds. A warm feeling spread in her heart. Reaching out her delicate jade-like hand, she brushed aside a stray lock of his snow-white hair and smiled gently.
"If this is what being 'stuck' means... then Xian'er is more than willing."
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