"What? Both items go to me? That won't do. If you say it like that, then I don't want either."
Du Fei and Fang Chao returned to Rongcheng.
This treasure hunting trip was fraught with danger, and they almost didn't make it back.
After finally returning to Rongcheng, both felt a sense of relief at having survived.
However, when Du Fei proposed to divide the spoils of the treasure hunt, a major disagreement arose between them.
Neither of them had any objections regarding the Seven Star Lotus, the giant python's inner core, or its eyes.
Since Du Fei had the skill to refine elixirs, Fang Chao readily agreed to hand over all the items to Du Fei for refining. They would then split the finished products equally.
But when it came to the treasure sword and armor found in the inner cave, Du Fei and Fang Chao had differing opinions.
Du Fei suggested that Fang Chao could choose either of the two items, and they would each take one.
Fang Chao, however, argued that Du Fei had discovered the treasure map for this hunt and had fought the giant python to the death. Therefore, both the treasure sword and armor should belong to Du Fei, and he wanted none of them.
If it were anyone else, facing a treasure sword that could cleave iron and armor with astonishing defensive capabilities, they would undoubtedly want to keep them.
But Du Fei was not that kind of person. In his opinion, this treasure hunt was undertaken together with Fang Chao, so the gains should naturally be divided equally between them.
Seeing Fang Chao refuse, Du Fei immediately declared that he wouldn't take them either.
"Wait, wait, wait, Du Fei, let me finish first."
Fang Chao raised his hand towards Du Fei, indicating he had something to say.
Seeing this, Du Fei crossed his arms and prepared to hear what Fang Chao had to say.
"First of all, Du Fei, you should know that our Fang family is a martial arts family, passed down from my great-grandfather's generation. It's been over a hundred years now. Although it's not a very large family, after accumulating resources over the years, we have many things. Besides, I'm a bit of a slacker when it comes to cultivation. I always go with the flow."
"Therefore, giving the treasure sword and armor to me would be a waste. It would be better to give them to you as a set, to make the best use of them."
Fang Chao said with a serious expression.
Du Fei slowly nodded after hearing Fang Chao's words.
Although Fang Chao hadn't said it directly, Du Fei understood his underlying meaning.
If it were someone else, they might have thought Fang Chao was showing off his wealth. Compared to Du Fei, who was alone, Fang Chao came from a martial arts family with a hundred years of history, so he naturally wouldn't lack anything.
Even if their family's collection didn't have treasures as sharp as the ones they found, they likely had many.
In contrast, Du Fei didn't have Fang Chao's deep background.
"Alright, since you've put it that way, I won't be polite with you, the young master of a martial arts family. However, this time, consider it a favor I owe you. If you ever need my help in the future, just ask."
After considering it, Du Fei finally agreed to accept the two items.
However, Du Fei was also well aware that Fang Chao's words were intended to make him feel comfortable accepting the treasure sword and armor.
Even though the Fang family was a martial arts family with nearly a hundred years of heritage, it was unlikely they possessed such a sharp treasure sword and such sturdy armor.
This could be seen from Fang Chao's astonishment in the cave earlier.
But since Fang Chao had said all that, if Du Fei still refused to accept, it would be quite ungracious.
"Haha, those are your words. Then I'll have to think carefully about what I can ask your help for in the future. I never expected you to be an alchemist, Du Fei. All things considered, I've made a huge profit this time."
Fang Chao looked at Du Fei with a smile, pretending to ponder in his mind how to get Du Fei to repay the favor.
After a few more words, they parted ways.
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"Sister Zhongling, Sister Wenshan, thank you for your care during this time. I hope we can meet again someday."
At the Traditional Chinese Medicine clinic, Du Yunyun bid farewell to Wang Zhongling and Xu Wenshan one by one.
Du Yunyun's college entrance examination results had been out for quite some time.
After discussing with her family, Du Yunyun ultimately chose Peking University.
After all, Peking University was a world-class university, with more outstanding talents. By going there, Du Yunyun could learn more knowledge and grow as a person.
"Yunyun, why are you being so sentimental? You're just going to university. It's not like you're not coming back. Whenever you have a break and are back, just give Sister Zhongling a call, and I'll take you around Rongcheng."
Wang Zhongling's eyes were a little red. She then forced a smile, trying to appear cheerful.
Beside her, Xu Wenshan already had tears welling up in her eyes and couldn't speak.
Although Du Yunyun hadn't worked at the TCM clinic for a long time, the young girl was sensible, clever, and sweet-mouthed. Therefore, both Wang Zhongling and Xu Wenshan liked her very much.
Now that Du Yunyun was preparing to report to Peking University, she had come specifically to say goodbye to them.
"Oh dear, Sister Zhongling is right. It's my fault."
Du Yunyun also noticed the expressions of Wang Zhongling and Xu Wenshan.
She herself felt a sense of reluctance to part with them. During her time at the TCM clinic, she had not only forged a deep friendship with them but also learned a lot of knowledge from them.
Some of this knowledge involved human relationships and worldly affairs, which could never be learned in school.
"Du Fei! Du Fei, come here."
Wang Zhongling suddenly raised her voice and called out to Du Fei on the other side of the TCM clinic.
Du Fei had just finished attending to a patient. Hearing Wang Zhongling call him, he immediately walked over.
"What is it? Did you need something?"
As Du Fei spoke, he walked over to Du Yunyun and patted her head.
Du Yunyun had already told Du Fei at home yesterday that she was coming to the TCM clinic to say goodbye to them.
"Boss Du, today is your sister's last day of internship. Shouldn't you show some appreciation?"
Wang Zhongling pointed at Du Yunyun and said to Du Fei.
Appreciation?
Du Fei asked, "I haven't quite grasped the situation yet. Miss Wang, what do you mean by appreciation?"
"Are you pretending not to know or genuinely clueless? Today is your sister's last day of internship. As her boss and elder brother, shouldn't you treat her to a big meal?"
Wang Zhongling gave Du Fei an exasperated look at his behavior.
This guy was truly a straightforward man, completely oblivious to what needed to be done at certain times, and he still needed to be reminded.
"Exactly, Brother. I've worked for you for so long, you should definitely treat me to a good meal. And Sister Zhongling and Sister Wenshan too."
Du Yunyun nodded her head vigorously, like a chick pecking at rice.
Du Fei chuckled and poked Du Yunyun's forehead with his finger, "Little girl, you're turning your back on your own brother and colluding with outsiders to con him. Speaking of which, I've been paying you a salary for your internship here, you know."
"Strictly speaking, you've received so much salary, shouldn't you be treating me to a meal?"
However, as soon as Du Fei finished speaking, he was met with a 'group assault' from the other three.
In the end, under the verbal barrage of the three women, Du Fei had no choice but to surrender, agreeing to take them out for a big meal after the TCM clinic closed for the day, letting them choose whatever they wanted to eat.
"Oh, that's great, we get to have a big meal!"
Du Yunyun cheered happily.