Gu Qianying had the same intention. Since the matter had been exposed, there was no need to hide it any further, as it would only cause more trouble.
Bai Xiaoxiao grabbed Gu Qianying's wrist, her small face pale with nervousness. "If anything happens, you can just shout my name. My status at home is not low, at the very least!"
She gritted her teeth, forcing out the words with all her might, "And cousin. Cousin's status is higher than Master's. He values you so much, he definitely won't give you up easily."
In Bai Xiaoxiao's eyes, Bai Yufeng was particularly important.
However, after spending these days together, she suddenly realized.
As a friend to Gu Qianying, she had unexpectedly become much more important to her than Bai Yufeng.
Gu Qianying smiled faintly, "You can rest assured, Master won't deliberately make things difficult."
She knew that Bai Yangping was not a petty person. If he truly intended to make things difficult, he would have already acted.
After saying this, Gu Qianying followed Bai Yangping into the study.
Bai Yangping looked at Gu Qianying quietly, his heart filled with complex emotions.
He should have known long ago that this person was no ordinary individual.
Gu Qianying bowed apologetically to Bai Yangping, a faint smile on her face, and said softly, "Master, I am truly sorry for not informing you sooner. You shouldn't hold it against me."
Bai Yangping smiled and said, "What is it? You might as well tell me directly. It's difficult for me, your Master, to be kept in the dark like this."
Facing Bai Yangping's gentle smile, Gu Qianying finally breathed a sigh of relief, patted her chest, and slowly began to explain.
"It's like this, Master. I am someone close to Bai Yufeng. The clan leader assembly is about to begin, and you hold a high position in the Sacred Feather Family, deeply respected by everyone. I came today specifically to ask, Master, who is the person you favor?"
Bai Yangping shook his head slightly, a hint of disappointment in his heart. He then said,
"If I were to participate in the selection, who would you choose?"
Gu Qianying blinked, her expression one of confusion. She asked softly, "Master, I remember you are not participating this year, and you are usually engrossed in poetry and books, never caring about such schemes. I don't think you would participate, would you?"
After spending time with Bai Yangping these days, she clearly knew that this person had no interest in power or anything else. How could he contend with Bai Yufeng for this matter?
Just as Gu Qianying was deep in thought.
Bai Yangping, who was in front of her, suddenly said, "Regarding this matter, I can directly agree to you and cast my vote to help Bai Yufeng ascend to the position of clan leader."
Gu Qianying's heart trembled. This was truly excellent.
However, Bai Yangping's agreement was too straightforward, which was inconsistent with his personality.
Gu Qianying showed surprise and, with a thoughtful expression, propped her chin. "Master, do you have something to ask of me? Is that why you are willing to help me?"
Bai Yangping, having been seen through, let out an awkward laugh and sighed, "Indeed. You have a discerning eye; you discovered it so easily."
He continued, "It's like this: I can help you cast a vote, but you need to help treat my family member. He is seriously ill, and the elders of the family say he doesn't have much time left. But I am not reconciled. For years, I have been searching for a solution for him. I happened to see that your medical skills are outstanding, and I already had this idea in mind."
Gu Qianying thought it was something difficult.
But upon hearing that it was to treat someone, she agreed without much thought.
After all, this was a win-win situation. Why would Gu Qianying refuse?
After ensuring Gu Qianying was willing to help with the treatment, Bai Yangping brought her to his home.
His residence was as simple as his person, without any ostentatious style. Only the large characters "Bai Residence" were written on the solemn wooden door.
Upon seeing Bai Yangping return.
The household guards immediately stepped forward, rushing to inform him, "Second Young Master, it's not good. The Eldest Young Master's condition worsened again today. He vomited blood this morning and went mad in his room. We've locked him in. The noise is too loud; I fear something might happen!"
Bai Yangping's eyes darkened.
He had worried greatly about his brother. Every time he heard of his condition worsening, his heart felt heavy, and he didn't know what to do.
He quickly pulled Gu Qianying along and ran.
"Please hurry, Miss. My brother has relapsed. If it's not controlled, according to the doctors, I fear he will truly meet his end, exploding from within."
Upon hearing this, Gu Qianying felt a sense of unease. To say such a thing suggested that the person's illness must be extremely difficult.
She was quite puzzled.
What kind of illness was it?
Even the bloodline of the Sacred Feather Family could not suppress it, and they had to seek help from an outsider like her.
Before the two reached the house.
They could already hear the sound of tearing. The maids and guards inside the room were in a panic, running wildly in all directions, shouting,
"Eldest Young Master, wake up! It's us! Eldest Young Master."
What came from behind was not human speech, but a roar like that of a ferocious beast.
His movements were extremely swift, and the chains on his body clinked.
Now, like a maddened beast, he leaped directly towards the crowd.
The fleeing guards and maids, seeing Bai Yangping, all ran towards him.
"Second Young Master, save us... save us."
Gu Qianying observed that this house was not as open as other places.
Instead, it was covered with several layers of white cloth, appearing eerie.
Inside the room, there were three spring eyes, from which white mist curled, continuously emitting a chilling aura.
The Eldest Young Master, like a ferocious beast, rushed towards them with the crowd, opening his monstrous maw, attempting to bite Bai Yangping's neck.
Gu Qianying inwardly exclaimed "Not good," quickly withdrew her arm, and drew a talisman with one hand.
She used her spiritual energy to suppress him.
With a bang, he was suppressed by the spiritual energy, his body faltering. The skin on his body suffered further, igniting a faint, dark flame.
Seeing his elder brother like this, Bai Yangping panicked and quickly rushed forward to extinguish the fire on him.
Gu Qianying regretted pulling her hand back slightly. "I'm sorry. I saw him about to harm you, so I acted without thinking. It should be fine."
She had only used her power to suppress him and had no intention of killing him. At most, there were some minor injuries, but other parts would not be affected.
A hint of displeasure flashed in Bai Yangping's eyes, but he also knew Gu Qianying had not acted intentionally.
He then composed himself, returning to his usual gentle demeanor, and said, "It's alright. You've seen my elder brother's condition. Let's talk inside."
Gu Qianying bit her lip. "Perhaps I can handle this person."
Bai Wenshan, who was in Bai Yangping's arms, had been acting crazily just moments ago, but now his body suddenly trembled, and he foamed at the mouth, no longer appearing human.
Bai Yangping seemed accustomed to it and said heavily, "It's alright. This is how it usually is."