Chapter 31: The Unspeakable Secret

Gu Qiaoqiao’s red lips were tightly pursed, and although her beautiful features were cast downward, there was a sense of understanding and a hint of caution in her expression. It didn’t need much thought to realize that the master’s hand also possessed Spiritual Energy, yet his was far superior to hers.

He could mend bones and regenerate tendons. A severed hand could be restored as if nothing had happened. She, it seemed, couldn’t possibly do that.

“At the time, although I was young, I knew I had encountered a remarkable person. Before I had the chance to thank him, the master had already drifted away, and since then, I’ve never seen him again…”

Luo Zhenyu’s voice was filled with longing. He let out a long sigh and looked earnestly at Gu Qiaoqiao, “Qiaoqiao, don’t be afraid or defensive around Grandpa Luo. I won’t hurt you in the slightest, nor will I let anyone else know that you saved my life. I know what you want to say. I’m telling you all this today just to let you know that Grandpa Luo understands…”

Gu Qiaoqiao lifted her clear, water-like eyes to look at Grandpa Luo. The kindness in the old man’s eyes and his reverence for her as a so-called “remarkable person” quietly relieved her.

However, she feigned confusion, “Grandpa Luo, you must be overthinking it. Perhaps when I pressed the handkerchief to the wound, it indeed helped stop the bleeding. That could be called a fluke, remarkably different from the master you mentioned…”

Luo Zhenyu knew that Gu Qiaoqiao was still somewhat defensive, but this child was only eighteen and hardly knew the extent of her own abilities. Ultimately, she was still in danger.

He looked toward the doorway, aware that the astute Luo Fan must have gone to the reception room with Qin Yize.

The old man shifted slightly, suddenly lifting his hospital uniform, and pointing to a spot for Gu Qiaoqiao to see, “This is where the dagger stabbed me last night…”

Gu Qiaoqiao suddenly stood up.

Her eyes widened in shock.

Her heart started thumping wildly once again.

The spot was just below the heart, where one would expect to see a swath of bandages, yet now there was only a scar about an inch long, and it had already scabbed over.

Though it wasn’t as good as new, the color of the scar was almost the same as his other skin, almost negligible.

Gu Qiaoqiao moved her hands behind her back.

She stared intently at Luo Zhenyu and asked in a hoarse voice, “Grandpa Luo, what are you trying to tell me?”

Luo Zhenyu put down his hospital uniform, gestured for Gu Qiaoqiao to sit, and then began gently, “Qiaoqiao, Grandpa Luo wants to explain the dangers of possessing a treasure.”

“The dangers of possessing a treasure?” Gu Qiaoqiao murmured.

Wasn’t that the truth? Perhaps the secret of being reborn could be kept forever, but these hands—if known by the wrong people—could put her in extreme danger, and even bring trouble upon her family like in her previous life.

Thinking this, Gu Qiaoqiao’s face turned somewhat pale.

But Luo Zhenyu continued, “Qiaoqiao, from now on, you must be cautious. Until you have the ability to protect yourself, do not use your hands on other people’s wounds.”

“Grandpa Luo, not to hide it from you, I’m not one to meddle, but the situation last night was urgent, and I couldn’t bear to see you lose your life, so I took the risk…” Gu Qiaoqiao divulged, putting her nervous heart away.

She thought, if this old man wanted to harm her, he wouldn’t have spoken to her alone and warned her.

But, she had to let the old man know, she wasn’t someone who would save just anybody.

Having already died once, Gu Qiaoqiao was not actually afraid of death.

What she feared was not being able to repay her family’s debts during her lifetime and provide a better life for them.

“Qiaoqiao, Grandpa knows. This morning’s care was all handled by my personal doctor. No one else will know, but about this hand, in this world, only you, Gu Qiaoqiao, know,” the elder stated meaningfully.

Was this an exchange?

Though it was somewhat direct, Gu Qiaoqiao felt more reassured.

Luo Zhenyu raised his right hand and chuckled towards Gu Qiaoqiao, “Qiaoqiao, this right hand of mine has also been touched by the master’s grace.”

“What do you mean, can it turn Stone into Gold?” Gu Qiaoqiao asked curiously.

“Haha…” Luo Zhenyu laughed heartily and happily, glad to have closed the distance with Gu Qiaoqiao, “You think it’s a myth, like turning stone into gold? It’s not that spectacular, but things do get done more efficiently. It’s hard to describe.”

Luo Zhenyu didn’t wait for Gu Qiaoqiao to speak, because it had been a while and Qin Yize would be back soon. That guy was too astute. Since she hadn’t told the kid, he was happy to keep it that way.@@novelbin@@

Thus, Luo Zhenyu took out a black and gold business card and handed it to Gu Qiaoqiao, “My phone number and other contact information are on here. Grandpa initially wanted to check on things since he’s back in the country, but now he’s not leaving. Qiaoqiao, if you ever need anything, you must call Grandpa, okay?”

Old Mr. Luo’s eyes carried a sincere plea, and there was a hint of request, as if it would be his honor to receive a call from Gu Qiaoqiao.

Gu Qiaoqiao accepted it naturally.

Her eyes scanned the card, and the old man was actually the chairman of Huanyu Group, along with a string of impressive titles that were astonishing.

Huanyu Group?

Luo Zhenyu?

That name sounds so familiar.

But seeing the eager and hopeful look in the old man’s eyes, she suddenly understood.

She was currently alone and penniless; she couldn’t possibly lead her family to an imaginary land of joy and plenty.

To survive in this world, going it alone obviously wouldn’t work. Connections were the most important in any era.

Now that Old Mr. Luo had extended an olive branch, it was not unreasonable for her to accept it.

At the very least, the old man truly cared about her.

This world was too cold; no matter what the old man’s intentions were, her heart still felt warm.

If it weren’t for Old Mr. Luo’s reminder, she might have stumbled into trouble in the future.

Gu Qiaoqiao put the business card into the pocket of her down jacket.

She nodded slightly.

It was then that Luo Zhenyu truly felt relieved, looking eagerly at Gu Qiaoqiao and asked, “Qiaoqiao, do you need Grandpa’s help with anything right now?”

Gu Qiaoqiao thought for a moment, then shook her head, “No.”

At that moment, the door was pushed open.

Qin Yize and Luo Fan came in.

Clearly, their talk had gone well.

After saying goodbye to Luo Zhenyu, Qin Yize accompanied Gu Qiaoqiao as they left the hospital.

The weather after the heavy snow was actually extremely cold.

But it was already the start of spring; the cold wouldn’t last much longer.

In some places, the snow hadn’t been thoroughly cleared and made a crunching sound underfoot.

The man next to her was tall and striking, occasionally attracting the gazes of the surrounding girls.

However, this era was still somewhat conservative; at most, they would boldly glance a few times.

At that moment, Gu Qiaoqiao wasn’t paying attention to this; she buried her face in her scarf and began to reflect on Luo Zhenyu’s words, wondering why his name seemed so familiar.