Chapter 275: Awakening
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
“The sound waves emitted by the butterfly wings have the power to influence and control creatures that hear them. However, as a half-blooded individual, I lack the full commanding ability. I can only exert control over them for a limited time, roughly ten minutes. Nevertheless, I can use this power to manipulate the guards and prisoners in the dungeon,” Lily explained.
She continued, “Additionally, I have a scale powder that can be used to create a potion. If this woman wakes up, I can make her obedient and follow my orders for a period of two to three hours.”
Lily had been in a coma for an extended period and had relied on nutritional supplements to sustain her vital signs, so she was not overstating her abilities.
Liao Ning found Lily’s words encouraging. Two days had passed, and tomorrow was the final day. Time was of the essence.
“Alright, I will go back and make the necessary preparations for our departure. I will come to check if she can wake up in the evening,” Liao Ning declared.
Rising from her seat, she added, “I will inform the guards that you are undergoing an antidote absorption process, so no one should disturb you.”
Lily nodded, affirming her understanding. “1 will prepare the potion and ensure her compliance.”
With an agreement in place, Liao Ning left the cell. On her way back to her
room, she crossed paths with Zhou Ling and informed him about the recent developments.
“I will accompany you,” he stated firmly, looking directly at Liao Ning. “I know you are about to undertake something perilous, and I will protect you.”
Liao Ning had intended to ask Zhou Ling to rendezvous with her later, but he had already discerned her plan.
Considering that both she and Liao Nai were absent from the palace, and Zhou Ling had no reason to remain there, Liao Ning nodded in agreement.
Once Lily assumed control over the prison guards, she would be able to unleash various animals, leading to an assault on the palace. At that point, no one would pay attention to a missing mermaid.
At midnight, Liao Ning arrived at the prison with a basket of herbs.
Suddenly, Loya’s voice emerged from behind. “Miss Liao, you are truly diligent. Despite losing your nephew, you still dedicate yourself so ardently to aiding my brother?”
“I have no choice but to obey the Elder Prince’s orders,” Liao Ning replied dismissively, refusing to meet Loya’s gaze.
However, Loya had no intention of letting Liao Ning achieve her objectives.
Sam’s family had already been ruined, with only Sami remaining uncaptured. Loya realized she might need to rely on Sami to turn the tables.
“How could there be an aunt like you? Poor Liao Nai,” Loya remarked with a hint of superiority. “But you must be happy, right? The burden is finally lifted.”
Observing the herbs in Liao Ning’s hands, Loya’s curiosity was piqued. “Why are you bringing those herbs into the prison? Are you treating someone?”
Liao Ning had no intention of divulging Lili’s imprisonment to Loya, and she ignored the question, proceeding directly into the prison.
As Loya attempted to follow them, the guards barred her entry. Having lost many privileges, she was not permitted to enter the dungeon at will.
Fuming, Loya shot a resentful glare at the guard and departed. Unbeknownst to her, Zhou Ling, who had been hiding in the shadows, witnessed the interaction.
Inside the prison cell, as Liao Ning entered and closed the door, Lili slowly rose from the bed.
Observing Liao Ning with a needle in hand, about to draw blood, Lili intervened. “What are you doing?”
“Waking her up,” Liao Ning responded without elaborating. She brushed off Lili’s hands and continued with the blood extraction.
Unsure of how much blood was needed to revive Liao Xi, Liao Ning filled an entire tube, all the while under Lili’s watchful gaze, her brow furrowed in confusion.
Finally, Liao Ning administered her blood into Liao Xi’s body. The moment her blood entered Liao Xi’s veins, Liao Xi visibly rejuvenated, and the wrinkles on her face diminished.
“Is this the blood of eternal youth? Can it make you young again?” Lili asked, her eyes filled with surprise and excitement.
Liao Ning stood in stunned silence. It was no surprise that beautiful women often became fixated on anti-aging measures.
After the administration of a single tube of blood, Liao Xi’s complexion took on a healthy rosy hue, making her appear as though she were in her thirties or forties.
Half an hour later, Liao Xi slowly opened her eyes.
Upon seeing the white-haired figure of Liao Ning, her eyes widened with incredulity. “You belong to the Liao Family?”
Liao Xi’s voice was weak, her throat parched, but the genuine anger in her eyes couldn’t be feigned.
Liao Ning offered a slight nod but refrained from providing a verbal response. The air between them crackled with animosity as they locked eyes.
In the midst of their tense standoff, Lili seized hold of Liao Xi’s hair and inserted a small pill into her mouth.
With casual indifference, Lili inquired, “Can we leave now?”
