Following the direction indicated by the mysterious divination, Su Mu and the man in the black robe searched diligently until they finally arrived at a secluded valley hidden from the mundane world.
At the entrance of the valley, lush vines hung like a green curtain, tightly concealing it. Without careful observation, discovering this entrance would be as difficult as reaching the heavens.
As the two stepped into the valley, a breathtaking scene unfolded before them.
Several quaint and elegant houses were nestled among the verdant trees, creating a tranquil and harmonious paradise that seemed untouched by time.
In the center of the courtyard, an elderly man with silver hair but a rosy complexion sat cross-legged with his eyes closed, as if he were one with the surrounding nature.
Just as Su Mu and the man in black drew closer, the old man seemed to sense their presence and slowly opened his eyes.
His gaze was like a deep, cold pool, shimmering with a bright light as it fixed directly on Su Mu.
In that instant, Su Mu's heart trembled violently, an indescribable sense of familiarity rising from within him, as if they shared an innate blood bond.
"You have arrived," the old man's voice was deep and resonant, echoing like a sound from ancient times.
Su Mu widened his eyes in confusion, staring at this stranger who felt so familiar. After hesitating for a moment, he asked, "Who are you...?"
The old man smiled gently and replied, "Child, I am your great-uncle, Su Yuanshan. Your father, Su Changfeng, is my nephew!"
Hearing these words, a storm of emotions surged within Su Mu. He never expected to encounter a family member at this moment.
In an instant, a wave of excitement surged within him, nearly overwhelming his self-control.
He hurriedly stepped forward, respectfully bowing deeply to Su Yuanshan, and then eagerly asked, “Uncle, may I ask where my parents are now? I wish to find out their whereabouts after all these years.”
Faced with Su Mu's expectant gaze, Su Yuanshan couldn't help but let out a long sigh, a hint of sorrow crossing his face.
He paused for a moment, seemingly reluctant to reveal the cruel truth to the young boy before him. Yet, he steeled himself and said with difficulty, “Child, your parents have... have already left us to protect you.”
At this point, Su Yuanshan's voice trembled slightly, and tears glimmered in his eyes.
Su Mu felt as if a thunderclap had struck him directly on the head; he stood frozen in place, unable to move.
Though he had harbored a vague premonition about this outcome, when the harsh reality truly sank in, it felt as if his heart were being sliced apart, leaving him in unbearable pain.
He clenched his teeth tightly, struggling to suppress the overwhelming grief surging within him. With a trembling voice, he pressed Su Yuanshan for more information: “Father, mother... what happened to them? Please tell me!”
Seeing his son’s face filled with anguish and urgency, Su Yuanshan sighed softly and took Su Mu's hand, leading him slowly into the house.
Once they were seated, Su Yuanshan remained silent for a moment before finally beginning to recount the deep-seated secrets buried in their family history and the unknown origins of the mysterious Tianji Medical Codex.
“Our Su Family has relied on medicine for generations. If we trace our lineage back, our ancestor was a renowned ancient divine physician. This ancestor devoted his entire life to distilling the essence of medicine into a single volume—the Tianji Medical Codex. However, this codex is far from an ordinary medical book,” Su Yuanshan explained, pausing slightly as a serious expression crossed his face.
“It not only meticulously records countless exquisite medical formulas but also contains many miraculous techniques that have long been lost to the world. It is said that some of these methods possess prophetic abilities that can foresee future events and thus alter the fate of an individual or even an entire family.”
It is precisely because the "Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex" contains such immense power and value that it has naturally attracted the covetous eyes of countless individuals with ulterior motives.
For many years, the Su Family has faced various calamities due to this medical codex, enduring hardships and weathering storms.
"And your parents, they were well aware of the dangers posed by the 'Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex.' To protect this ancestral treasure and the young you, they made a difficult decision—secretly sending you to the mortal realm and placing heavy seals upon you to conceal your true identity. Their only hope was that you could grow up safely and live your life as an ordinary mortal."
At the same time, Su Mu contacted his current parents by phone.
They no longer hid anything from Su Mu and revealed the entire story of his adoption.
"Our family has guarded the 'Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex' for generations and bears a special mission," Su Yuanshan said solemnly. "That is to use the power of the 'Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex' to save lives, uphold justice, and maintain balance in the world."
Su Mu understood the responsibility he bore and recognized his parents' good intentions. He solemnly accepted the complete version of the "Heavenly Secrets Medical Codex" that Su Yuanshan handed him, his eyes filled with determination: "I will inherit our family's legacy and fulfill our mission."
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