The effects of the nerve-paralyzing toxin were slow and insidious, designed to accumulate over time and strike suddenly. When Xayne succumbed to it in ten days or so, no one would trace it back to the tea stall."Hmph, just wait for him to close his eyes forever," the tea stall owner chuckled smugly.However, Xayne had sensed something was off the moment he drank the tea. His body's internal magnetic field was so finely tuned that even the slightest disturbance was noticeable. After walking several miles, Xayne felt a sudden disarray in his magnetic field, accompanied by a wave of dizziness.'Poisoned tea?!' His heart sank. The area was desolate and uninhabited. If he were poisoned or ambushed here, the consequences could be dire.As if confirming his suspicions, a figure stepped out to block his path just a hundred meters further."Boy, you've been poisoned. I am here to collect your corpse. If you break both your legs now, I might just spare your life," the man sneered. Lucian A

Serena's voice trembled with worry over the phone."I'm fine… just feeling completely drained. Get Esmond to pick me up as soon as possible," Xayne replied in a heavy tone."Alright! I'll send him right away!" Serena quickly hung up, turning to Esmond. "Esmond, something seems wrong with Xayne. Head to the airport immediately and bring him back. Don't let anything unexpected happen!""Yes, Madam!" Esmond's expression grew serious as he noted the urgency in Serena's voice. Without hesitation, he grabbed two disciples and rushed toward the airport at top speed."Mr. Xayne!" When Esmond arrived, Xayne was already unconscious. Despite repeated calls, there was no response."Hurry! Get Mr. Xayne into the car—now!" With the help of his disciples, Esmond carefully lifted Xayne into the vehicle and sped back to the Xavier family estate.Fortunately, Darius was already refining the Life-Extending Pill. As soon as Esmond arrived with Xayne, he turned to his disciple. "Quick! Fetch Master D

"Very well! Since Madam Serena places such trust in me, I shall do my utmost. Prepare the car!" After much deliberation, Haqin resolved to assist, regardless of whether the situation was genuine. If Xayne truly was poisoned, saving him would earn gratitude and dispel any lingering doubts between them."Thank you, Master Haqin! This life-saving kindness will never be forgotten!" Serena said, clasping her hands in gratitude."You are too kind. I am sincere in my desire to befriend both you and Mr. Xayne. If he is in trouble, I will give my all to help," Haqin replied, gesturing for her to lead the way.Without further delay, Serena, Esmond, and Haqin hurried back to the Xavier family villa.At the villa, Darius paced anxiously. Xayne's condition had worsened. Though his complexion remained normal, blood had begun to seep from the corners of his mouth—a clear sign the poison had deeply taken hold. Without timely treatment, his life was in grave danger."Madam, you've returned at last!

Esmond and the Grand Elder rushed into Xayne's bedroom. The Grand Elder wiped the sweat from his brow and carefully retrieved a bamboo tube from his robe.With great care, the Grand Elder used the bamboo tube to gently pry open Xayne's mouth. He then slowly poured the medicinal decoction into Xayne's throat, ensuring not a single drop was wasted."Grand Elder, how long will it take for Mr. Xayne to regain consciousness after taking this medicine?" Esmond asked anxiously.The Grand Elder’s expression darkened. He glanced at Esmond and said, "Esmond, it's not that I don't want to give you an answer, but Mr. Xayne's condition is critical. I truly cannot make any guarantees."He paused before continuing, his voice steady but firm. "The Circle Master has decreed that no one is to speculate lightly about Mr. Xayne's condition. Anyone who does so will be expelled from the sect. I hope you understand."With that, the Grand Elder bowed his head and quickly left the room."Madam, since Master

"Suhail?! Someone from the Armen family?!" Serena frowned as she muttered under her breath."Let him in. Let's see what they're up to," Xayne said weakly, his voice filled with resolve. With Esmond present, the Armen family would not dare stir up too much trouble."Alright!" Serena replied and quickly turned to Esmond. "Let him wait for me in the living room.""Yes!" Esmond nodded and left the room.Not long after, Serena descended the stairs gracefully and entered the living room. There, a young man in his mid-twenties sat on the sofa, wearing a smug expression as he sipped tea.Upon seeing Serena approach, he did not bother to stand. Instead, he smirked coldly and said, "You must be Serena. If I'm not mistaken, Xayne should be unconscious by now, with one foot already in the grave, right?""You!" Serena was taken aback by Suhail's audacity; he didn’t even bother to feign politeness."Was it your Armen family who poisoned my husband?" she asked coldly, her eyes sharp with accusat