Chapter 230

Chapter 230

Seeing that Ning Yuzhou and Wen Qiao were about to leave with the lord of Linglong Fort, Qiao Leshui and the disciples of Tianfu Sect finally reacted and hurriedly called out to them.

"Master Ning, Miss Wen!"

Qiao Leshui rushed over and asked, "Are you going to Linglong Fort?"

When Ning Yuzhou and Wen Qiao stopped, the lord of Linglong Fort also halted, and the other disciples of Linglong Fort followed suit.

The group paused there, waiting for the two.

Witnessing this scene, the cultivators guarding outside Tianzhi Plain were stunned, wondering who these two people were that the lord of Linglong Fort would condescend to wait for them.

Ever since the incident at Tianzhi Plain, almost all the top experts from the Flying Star Continent had gathered outside, naturally attracting the attention of countless cultivators.

The appearance of the divine tree in Tianzhi Plain was no longer a secret in the Flying Star Continent; almost every cultivator knew about it, except those in seclusion.

Upon hearing the news, regardless of its veracity, many cultivators flocked to Tianzhi Plain.

Over time, more and more people gathered outside Tianzhi Plain. When they discovered it was closed, they felt disappointed but became even more convinced that there must be a divine tree inside, otherwise why would Tianzhi Plain suddenly close?

Although Tianzhi Plain was sealed, it did not stop their speculations.

When they found out that even the secluded Yuan Sheng realm elders were stirred, their curiosity about what happened in Tianzhi Plain grew, and they were reluctant to leave.

The Yuan Di realm cultivators, anxious about the situation in Tianzhi Plain, did not drive them away, leading to an increasing number of people gathering outside.

Now that the entrance to Tianzhi Plain had finally opened, the Yuan Sheng realm elders and Yuan Di realm ancestors all entered, only to bring out a group of people. Everyone was curious about these cultivators' experiences in Tianzhi Plain and couldn't help but secretly speculate if they had found the divine tree.

Unfortunately, due to the presence of the Yuan Di realm ancestors, they dared not approach to inquire, so they could only observe quietly.

As Qiao Leshui ran over to ask, the disciples of Tianfu Sect also hurried over.

They specifically came to invite Ning Yuzhou and Wen Qiao to visit Tianfu Sect, citing a very reasonable reason: they had saved each other multiple times, and as a way to repay them, they wanted to discuss Dao of Talismans together.

The Tianfu Sect disciples had a beautiful vision, enthusiastically surrounding them, eager to take them back to the sect immediately.

Ning Yuzhou thanked them and said gently, "I promised Young Master Su that after leaving Tianzhi Plain, I would treat his illness. I need to go to Linglong Fort first. If there's an opportunity in the future, I will definitely visit Tianfu Sect."

Hearing this, the Tianfu Sect disciples were very disappointed, but they understood Su Wangling's condition and knew they couldn't hold them back.

Discussing talismans could happen anytime, but Young Master Su's illness couldn't be delayed.

Qiao Leshui, knowing about Ning Yuzhou and Su Wangling's agreement, said, "Master Ning, let me accompany you to Linglong Fort."

Over the past year, he had grown accustomed to traveling with Ning Yuzhou and Wen Qiao. Seeing them about to leave, he couldn't help but want to follow them. Moreover, he still owed them his life and countless spirit stones and elixirs.

Ning Yuzhou and Wen Qiao were speechless, and seeing Qiao Leshan looking over from a distance, they felt like they were taking his brother away right in front of him.

"Master Qiao, since you have reunited with Senior Qiao, it's best to go with him first. Once you've settled your affairs, come to Linglong Fort to find us," Ning Yuzhou advised.

Qiao Leshui understood and reluctantly agreed, feeling somewhat disappointed.

At this moment, Chen Shixin of Danfu Sect and several alchemists approached, saying, "We are very curious about Young Master Su's condition, but unfortunately, we can't accompany you now."

Alchemists were not only interested in alchemy but also in peculiar injuries and illnesses, which allowed them to refine corresponding elixirs.

The development of alchemy to this day was closely related to the various injuries and illnesses encountered by cultivators, leading to the creation of numerous elixirs.

"When we have the chance, we can discuss alchemy further," Ning Yuzhou smiled.

Just then, Ding Lei and his fellow disciples from Illusion Sea Hall and the body cultivators from Five Elements Sect also ran over, bidding farewell to Ning Yuzhou and Wen Qiao and inviting them to visit Illusion Sea Hall and Five Elements Sect when they had the chance.

Not just them, the cultivators who had just emerged from Tianzhi Plain also came over to bid farewell and sincerely invited them to visit their sects or cultivation cities.

It seemed as if the area outside Tianzhi Plain suddenly became lively, all because of these two cultivators.

The cultivators guarding outside Tianzhi Plain watched in amazement, secretly wondering who these two people were that all the sect disciples were trying so hard to invite.

The two Yuan Di realm cultivators escorting them out also glanced at them, recalling what they had heard from their sect disciples, thinking that these two were not simple and must be geniuses secretly cultivated by some force, hidden well indeed.

The lord of Linglong Fort, seeing this scene, said to Su Wangling, "Your two friends seem quite popular."

Su Wangling replied, "Master Ning and Miss Wen are both worth befriending."

Suddenly, he couldn't help but cough violently, even spitting out blood, his face pale as paper, alarming Su Shouling, who cried out in concern.

This situation drew the attention of everyone present.

Seeing Su Wangling's condition, the cultivators of the Flying Star Continent felt a chill, thinking that the young lord of Linglong Fort might not live much longer. Once Su Wangling died, Linglong Fort would lose its successor, and its legacy might end...

Ning Yuzhou's expression turned serious, and he said to the surrounding cultivators, "Everyone, we need to leave now. Young Master Su's condition cannot be delayed."

They all bade farewell.

As Ning Yuzhou and Wen Qiao walked over, the two Yuan Di realm cultivators guarding outside Tianzhi Plain also approached.

They took the opportunity to bid farewell to Su Shouling and casually asked, "Which sect do these two young ones belong to? Why is Lord Su bringing them along?"

Su Shouling remained calm and said, "Master Ning is an alchemist, and my son's illness depends on his expertise."

"An alchemist? Isn't he an array master?" Both were taken aback, having only heard from their sect disciples that they survived in Tianzhi Plain thanks to Ning Yuzhou's arrays, assuming he specialized in array formations.

Su Shouling didn't speak, merely looking at Su Wangling.

Su Wangling, still coughing, said, "Master Ning is proficient in both array formations and alchemy."

The two Yuan Di realm cultivators looked at Ning Yuzhou and Wen Qiao and asked warmly, "May I ask which sect you belong to?"

Wen Qiao habitually kept a stern face and remained silent, while Ning Yuzhou calmly continued, "I cannot reveal the origins of my mentor to the two venerable elders. Please understand."

This direct refusal caused the two Yuan Emperor realm cultivators to pause, then they felt displeased.

Given their status, how dare these two juniors refuse to answer? This was not only challenging their authority but also disrespecting the ancient ancestors of the Yuan Emperor realm.

However, before they could do anything, Su Shouling interrupted them, "My son’s injury cannot be delayed. Farewell, fellow Daoists."

With that, he launched a heavenly-grade flying boat, boarding it with the Linglong Fort disciples and Ning Yuzhou. The boat swiftly left its spot, disappearing into the distant sky.

Su Shouling’s speed was too fast for the two Yuan Emperor realm cultivators to react. By the time they realized the flying boat had vanished, they were furious and extremely dissatisfied with Su Shouling.

Unfortunately, no matter how displeased they were, Su Shouling was not someone they could easily offend.

Although Su Shouling was also a Yuan Emperor realm cultivator like them, there were always differences in strength among cultivators of the same rank. Without a doubt, Su Shouling, who cultivated the Ling Family’s Spirit Eye technique, was far more powerful than they were. Every time they fought, he would see through all their moves before they even made them, leaving them unable to use any hidden techniques and forced to endure passive beatings.

Therefore, if there was no need, they should absolutely avoid fighting Su Shouling.

Linglong Fort’s resources were also not something they could easily challenge.

***

Upon entering the flying boat, Su Wangling coughed up several mouthfuls of blood and fell into a coma, still coughing blood even in his unconscious state.

Su Shouling’s expression changed dramatically, and the Linglong Fort disciples looked at Su Wangling anxiously, helpless to do anything about his condition.

At this moment, Ning Yuzhou took out a lotus seed from a Pure Spirit Water Lotus and handed it over, saying, "Give him this first."

Su Shouling glanced at him, took the Pure Spirit Water Lotus seed, and placed it in Su Wangling’s mouth.

Everyone watched nervously as Su Wangling stopped coughing blood and his complexion gradually improved, causing them to breathe a sigh of relief. Then they remembered what they had just fed their young master and were momentarily stunned.

That was a seed from the Pure Spirit Water Lotus.

When the Linglong Fort disciples discovered the Pure Spirit Water Lotus in the Prison Water Marsh, they wanted to obtain a few seeds to treat their young master’s illness.

It could be said that although the Linglong Fort disciples entered the Heavenly Origin primarily for the divine tree, their main goal was to find such heavenly treasures to heal Su Wangling.

When they failed to secure the Pure Spirit Water Lotus seeds, they were very upset and worried about Su Wangling’s health. Later, when they found out that their young master seemed to know Wen Qiao, who had obtained three seeds, they decided to support her when she was surrounded by other cultivators.

Su Wangling slowly regained consciousness, feeling his body improving, though not completely healed, yet much better than before.

He looked around in surprise and, upon realizing he had swallowed a seed, asked, "Young Master Ning, you only have one seed left, right?"

Ning Yuzhou responded indifferently.

Feeling the changes within his body, Su Wangling sighed, "Unfortunately, even the seed of a holy lotus is useless for my injury."

Su Shouling’s expression tightened as he stared at his son for a long time without speaking.

If even the seed of a Fifth-Rank Holy Lotus couldn’t save his son, was his son truly destined to die here?

Su Wangling dismissed the other Linglong Fort disciples to rest, leaving only his father, Wu Qijie, Wen Qiao, and Ning Yuzhou.

Then, he asked Ning Yuzhou, "Young Master Ning, can you help heal my injury?"

Su Shouling and Wu Qijie watched Ning Yuzhou anxiously.

Su Shouling chose to take Ning Yuzhou away in public partly due to Su Wangling’s request and partly because of Ning Yuzhou’s alchemy skills. Regardless, before those people understood the situation in the Heavenly Origin, Su Shouling needed to protect Ning Yuzhou and bring him back to Linglong Fort.

But could this young Earth-grade Alchemist save his son when even the seed of a holy lotus couldn’t?

Regardless of Su Shouling’s thoughts, Ning Yuzhou approached to examine Su Wangling.

Su Wangling’s body was extremely weak. Even after swallowing the Pure Spirit Water Lotus seed, it merely alleviated his near-collapsing state, making him feel slightly better. When Ning Yuzhou’s primordial spirit power entered his body, he did not resist, sitting there with a calm expression, looking frail and thin like a piece of paper.

Wu Qijie and Su Shouling felt heartbroken watching him.

Ning Yuzhou took some time to examine Su Wangling, and Su Shouling and Wu Qijie waited silently.

Suddenly, Su Shouling turned and saw a female cultivator nearby feeding two demonic beasts a pill bottle filled with supreme-grade spirit pills.

Su Shouling was not inexperienced, but this was the first time he had seen someone so extravagantly feed supreme-grade spirit pills to demonic beasts.

At that moment, Ning Yuzhou withdrew his primordial spirit power.

Wu Qijie eagerly asked, "Young Master Ning, can you save our young master?"

"Yes!"

Ning Yuzhou’s quick response left Wu Qijie momentarily stunned.

Su Shouling asked in surprise, "Really?"

"Yes," Ning Yuzhou confirmed. "Although Young Master Su’s condition is complicated, he can be saved. It will just require considerable time and heavenly treasures."

Su Shouling immediately replied, "No problem. Stay at Linglong Fort without worry. You don’t need to concern yourselves with matters outside."

Ning Yuzhou thanked Su Shouling, "Thank you, Lord Su."

Then, Ning Yuzhou took out a bottle of spirit pills, "These Yin-Yang Nirvana Pills will help Young Master Su. Once we reach Linglong Fort, I will continue treating him."

Su Wangling expressed his gratitude, "Thank you, Young Master Ning."

After giving some instructions, Ning Yuzhou decided to rest, leaving everything else until they reached Linglong Fort.

Su Shouling was in a good mood and instructed Wu Qijie to take their guests to rest.

After the guests left, father and son sat together and began discussing the matters of the Heavenly Origin.

The Su family of Linglong Castle passed down their lineage through bloodline, and both father and son possessed the Spirituous Body. Each generation of Su disciples bore the name "Ling." Although the Su family claimed to cultivate the "Spirituous Eye" to the outside world, very few people knew about it. The general public's impression of Linglong Castle was quite vague, even more so than the mysterious Feixian Island.

With Su Wangling providing detailed information, Su Shouling's understanding of Tianzhiyuan was deeper and more comprehensive than that of other cultivators.

He raised his eyebrows slightly and said, "If what you say is true, Wang'er, those two individuals are truly remarkable. Do you know their origins?"

Su Wangling first shook his head, then added, "If I'm not mistaken, they should not be from the Flying Star Continent."

Su Shouling was slightly taken aback but quickly responded, "Indeed, with their abilities, the Flying Star Continent could not have produced them." He then sighed, "If it weren't for their assistance this time, the Flying Star Continent would have been in grave danger. Unfortunately, most people cannot see clearly, nor do they wish to see clearly."

Su Wangling fell silent for a moment before saying, "Therefore, our Linglong Castle must protect these two individuals."