Transmigration: Space-Aided Rise to Power and Prosperity-Chapter 845 - 681: Poisoned

The servant pulled over Yi Lanwen and whispered in his ear.

Yi Lanwen’s eyes lit up. How could he not have thought of this?

First, stabilize Gu Chengyu by stating a random place, then let the elder brother deal with Gu Chengyu.

He knew his mind was not sharp enough to handle Gu Chengyu; only his brother could manage him.

If Gu Chengyu refused to give the antidote, he would leave here and gather all the doctors in Hejian Prefecture, determined to treat the poison.

"Second Master Yi, have you decided? The poison comes from the Divine Doctor Family. Under the sky, no one but their disciples can cure this poison."

Gu Chengyu smiled faintly, casually mentioning the Divine Doctor Family as a ruse.

Unexpectedly, Gu Chengyu guessed correctly; there truly was a Divine Doctor Family in this world!

Yi Lanwen happened to have heard of them, so when he learned the poison was crafted by the Divine Doctor Family, he believed no one outside could cure it.

He was internally struggling—between the imminent glory of his rising family and his own life.

"Master! You must think carefully. If you go, all your wealth and nobility would benefit the other family branches. Leaving behind your wife and others, how would they live? Wouldn’t they be oppressed to death?"

The servant saw Yi Lanwen dithering and couldn’t help but feel anxious.

His words hit Yi Lanwen’s heart directly. Five branches suffered losses early without a head, enduring much at the time of separation. They live worse than the third branch!

Though Yi Lanwen already had grandchildren, once one wavered, countless reasons emerge for oneself.

He thought about the third branch’s harsh life, then the fifth branch’s even tighter survival.

And whether, if he went, would his elder brother care for his family branch?

In the end, everyone in the clan would be wealthy; who would remember Second Master Yi who sacrificed for the clan?

Gu Chengyu glanced at the speaking servant, noting his competence.

Had it been another person, they might have been terrified long ago, yelling in panic.

Yet, despite the fear, this servant could still calmly analyze under such circumstances, attempting to sway his master.

Undeniably, a talented person indeed!

"I’ll agree to your terms, but first you must give me the antidote," Yi Lanwen gritted his teeth, finally making a decision.

"Does Second Master Yi truly think I’m foolish? If I give you the antidote first, would you obediently tell me the location of the treasure map?"

Gu Chengyu snorted in laughter, finding Yi Lanwen genuinely naïve.

Yi Lanwen’s face showed embarrassment; his intentions were indeed like this.

He finally understood why his brother often called him foolish; now, in his eyes, Gu Chengyu appeared more shrewd than his brother.

"How do I know you won’t go back on your word? If you don’t give me the antidote then, what am I supposed to do?" 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

Suffice it to say, Yi Lanwen was calculating but not completely foolish.

"Why would I want your life? Once I know the location of the treasure map, what use do I have for you? Killing you would just increase my troubles."

Gu Chengyu felt like rolling his eyes. Earlier, he seemed righteous and sacrificial for the whole clan.

Now he was simply greedy and fearful for his life, bargaining with him.

He was at a loss. The courage evident before had vanished.

"Then what do you propose? I don’t trust you, nor you me; it seems we cannot negotiate."

Yi Lanwen felt the situation was unfavorable for him. He thought of his brother, believing negotiations might be better left to him.

Thus, he planned to stall for time, expecting his brother to send someone if he didn’t return for instructions.

Gu Chengyu saw through Yi Lanwen’s plan and smiled, "Is Second Master Yi waiting for Yi Clan Leader to come?"

He found the wine’s aftermath strong; his mind was still a bit dizzy.

Yi Lanwen’s intent was exposed by Gu Chengyu, causing him some embarrassment.

He was now more convinced that only his brother could handle Mr. Gu; he didn’t plan to argue further with Gu Chengyu, unable to outsmart him.

"Second Master Yi truly doesn’t understand Yi Clan Leader!" Gu Chengyu poured another cup of tea, shaking his head and sighing.

Yi Lanwen looked suspiciously at Gu Chengyu, then scoffed.

He and his brother had lived together for decades—could Gu Chengyu know his brother better than him?

Seeing Yi Lanwen’s dismissive attitude, Gu Chengyu could only shake his head again.

"Second Master Yi, is it not your view that Yi Clan Leader is wholeheartedly dedicated to the clan, willing to sacrifice his own interests if necessary?"

Gu Chengyu believed Yi Clan Leader was quite dedicated to the clan, albeit with some personal desires mixed in.

Yet, this was entirely normal; people are inherently selfish, acting in their own interests is only natural.

Yi Lanwen nodded, seeing his brother care for the clan despite some self-interest.

"If you think Yi Clan Leader is devoted to the clan, who do you think he would choose between the clan and yourself?"

Gu Chengyu’s eyes smiled, observing Yi Lanwen’s constantly changing expression upon hearing this.

Indeed, his brother could send his son’s wife to Gu Chengyu’s bed for the clan; knowing this, would he surrender the treasure map to gain the antidote for him?

His face paled instantly; the answer was clear, no need for further thought.

Whether his brother acted for the clan or his own prosperity, handing over the treasure map was impossible.

"My brother! He, he wouldn’t." Yi Lanwen shook his head, struggling to say.

Gu Chengyu laughed heartily, "Do you believe your own words? You should know Yi Clan Leader’s character better than I. Are you trying to convince yourself?"

Yi Lanwen remained silent, his demeanor turning somewhat dazed.

"If Second Master Yi doesn’t believe, you can go to Yi Clan Leader right now; I won’t stop you. But think it over—once you step outside, there’s no turning back, consider your family! Do you truly wish to toil for others?"

Gu Chengyu’s words struck Yi Lanwen like a hammer on his heart.

His breathing became heavy; his lips trembled, even the beard shook along.

Despite the amusing scene, no one in the room laughed at him.

The servant beside him anxiously scratched his ears, yet dared not speak irrationally.

The master being swayed by Mr. Gu’s words—if he intervened, he might drive the master towards desperate action.

Gu Chengyu glanced at the servant again, increasingly aware of his perceptiveness. Inspired, he paid more attention to this servant.