In a corner of Mumu Village, Chen Zheng played with his phone, utterly bored.

Suddenly, he remembered the small Nourishing Essence Pill that had been forgotten in his personal space. It was a magical item that could enhance one's vitality, strengthen their foundation, and even clear hidden illnesses. He gently caressed the milky-white pill, which exuded a refreshing fragrance like spring blossoms, uplifting one's spirit.

However, the pill's effects didn't seem to interest him much. This thing might strengthen one's foundation and nurture vitality, but it won't have much of an effect on me right now. Hmm, it'd be just right for Mom and Dad!

At the thought, his eyes sparkled.

[Ding! Congratulations, Host, for successfully triggering a choice mission.]

[Choice One: Give the Nourishing Essence Pill to your parents and receive the following reward: Supreme Medical Skill, Nine Heavens Acupuncture.]

[Choice Two: Consume the Nourishing Essence Pill yourself and receive the following reward: Tenfold enhanced power of the Nourishing Essence Pill.]

The system's voice echoed in his mind.

Nevertheless, he chose the first option. Although the reward for the second choice was tempting, the reality was clear. Only by letting his parents consume the pill could he maximize its effects, and he would also obtain a supreme medical skill in the process.

The power of such skills was self-evident. Both his earlier abilities, Condensing Qi into Threads and Stepping on Air, were far beyond the physical realm. A supreme medical skill like Nine Heavens Acupuncture would be no simple matter either.

After making his choice, Chen Zheng stood up.

On this bright, sunny afternoon, his dad was lying quietly in the yard, basking in the golden sunlight and enjoying the peacefulness of life. Over in the kitchen, Liu Qianqian and his mom were busy. The sounds of chopping and stir-frying mingled together, forming a symphony of daily life.

"Qian Qian, could you bring me a bowl of water?" Chen Zheng called out. "And another bowl, please."

"Mom, Dad, come over here, too!"

"What's up? We're busy right now," his mom said, walking out of the kitchen with a displeased look.

His dad followed her into the living room, his figure appearing more dignified in the sunlight.

"Hehe... I have something good for you!" Chen Zheng chuckled mysteriously. Instead of explaining, he simply placed the water Liu Qianqian had brought on the coffee table and set another bowl beside it.

Next, he took a small Nourishing Essence Pill from his pocket and dropped it into the water.

"Is that sugar?" Liu Qianqian asked curiously.

However, no sooner had she spoken than her eyes widened. The small white sphere dissolved in the water as quickly as a sugar cube, disappearing in the blink of an eye.

"This isn't sugar. It's something much better!" This is no ordinary thing, he thought, inwardly amazed.

He carefully divided the bowl of water equally into two portions. Then, he held them up, handing one to his dad and the other to his mom. "Dad, Mom, try this rare treasure I stumbled upon. It has unparalleled benefits for the body."

"This fragrance is rather enchanting!" his dad remarked, taking the bowl and drinking a mouthful without hesitation.

"How does it feel?" his mom asked, staring at his dad.

"Well, apart from a fresh fragrance, I don't feel anything special," his dad replied, gently shaking his head.

Her expression puzzled, his mom turned her gaze to Chen Zheng before she also drank the liquid from her bowl.

"We've been fooled by this brat!"

"Impossible!" Wasn't it supposed to take effect immediately? Chen Zheng thought in surprise.

GURGLE GURGLE!

Just then, his dad's stomach rumbled ominously. His face turned pale instantly, and he rushed toward the bathroom.

GURGLE GURGLE!

His mom's face also changed drastically, and she followed him in a hurry, leaving only their angry roars echoing in the room. "You little devil, what did you give us? A laxative?"

Chen Zheng was stunned. Is this how it's supposed to work?

It took a full half hour before his parents slowly made their way back into the living room, looking as if they had just eaten a bitter melon. Their gazes were filled with gloom, as cold and sharp as winter frost. "Chen Zheng, do you think you're above the law now?"

His mom's finger pointed at him like a sharp sword, her eyebrows arched in a stern reprimand. Chen Zheng trembled slightly, like a leaf in the wind, as memories of his mother's strict discipline flashed through his mind.

"Wow! Auntie, your skin has become so delicate, just like a blooming flower!" Liu Qianqian's voice suddenly rang out.

"Ah! What are you talking about, Qian Qian? I'm already middle-aged!" A rare touch of shyness flushed across his mom's face.

"Huh? Uncle, too! He looks as if he's gotten more than a decade younger!" Liu Qianqian's eyes sparkled with curiosity as her gaze lingered on his dad.

At that moment, everyone realized something was amiss. His dad and mom looked at each other, and then their eyes widened in disbelief.

"Honey, you…" Just as his dad began to speak, he lifted his hand and squeezed it into a fist. "I was just wondering, isn't diarrhea supposed to make you weaker? Instead, I felt stronger the more I went. I thought I was dreaming, but now I see this is definitely not an illusion!"

"Moreover, my legs, which would hurt unbearably every winter, now feel as if they've been caressed by a spring breeze. They don't hurt at all—it's like they've been rejuvenated!"

His mom immediately checked her own body and jumped up joyfully, her face filled with surprise. "I feel as light as a swallow!"

Looks like the effect is pretty good, Chen Zheng thought, heaving a sigh of relief.

[Ding! Congratulations, Host, for successfully completing the selection. You have received the following reward: Supreme Medical Skill, Nine Heavens Acupuncture.]

At the same time, the system's voice rang out again. A vast stream of information suddenly flooded Chen Zheng's mind, a whirlwind of images that imprinted deep within his memory.

"Son, what exactly did you give us? I feel like I've gotten so much younger!" his mom exclaimed, coming back to her senses with a curious look on her face.

"Uh… I don't know how to explain it. It's just a treasure!" Chen Zheng bluffed with a straight face.

"Then why didn't you eat it yourself? Giving it to us two old folks, isn't that a waste?" His mom's face was full of regret.

Hearing this, Chen Zheng was deeply touched, but on the surface, he just shook his head. "Alright, Dad, Mom. My greatest wish is for both of you to be in good health!"

「Time slipped away like running water.」

In the days that followed, the young people of the village gradually returned to the city. However, before leaving, Li Hao approached Chen Zheng. "Brother Zheng, there's something I need to tell you," he said, his expression awkward.

"Haha, you're… in love?" Chen Zheng saw Li Hao's secret at a glance. This big, burly boy was wearing his heart on his sleeve.

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