As a father, I just want to quietly watch you live a long life Chapter 1558: 414: Martial Dao Will Ascends a Ten-Thousand-Foot Mountain, Pure Martial 100% Forges the Martial Immortal Golden Body [Monthly Ticket Requested]_3...
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"Is it possible that the Underworld also possesses a Divine Tribulation Cultivator?"
Gu Qianchi inquired, his voice heavy with concern.
To reduce someone like Zhao Beidou to such a pathetic state, it would surely require the combined effort of at least two experts at the Divine Tribulation level.
Zhao Beidou cast a look toward Gu Qianchi and gave a slow shake of his head before offering a brief account of the events that transpired in Mo City.
"It appears to have been a Small Cave Heaven remaining from a Divine Tribulation of the Underworld. However... no such expert was actually present within. The Underworld Yama simply harnessed the spatial power of that Small Cave Heaven. He used every desperate tactic available, even triggering the self-destruction of the realm in a suicidal attempt to take me with him. His injuries are undoubtedly more catastrophic than mine; he is likely on the verge of death, and that Underworld Small Cave Heaven has been utterly obliterated..."
Naturally, Zhao Beidou framed the narrative to preserve his own dignity. When he finished speaking, a heavy silence fell over the gathered crowd.
The masters representing the Imperial Court all wore expressions of profound disbelief.
Could the Underworld truly be capable of such a feat?
A flicker of suspicion crossed Gu Qianchi’s eyes as well.
At the same time, Huang Mei and Xie Yunshen traded a quick, knowing look. As Soul Capturers bound to Li Che, they were well aware of the fabrication in Zhao Beidou’s claims.
What did he mean by saying the Underworld Yama’s wounds were more severe?
In a short while, the Yama’s injuries would likely be fully mended.
As Soul Capturers, they possessed a spiritual connection to their Lord's condition. Their very existence was tied to his; should Li Che perish, they would be the first to know.
"Old friend... my wounds are quite grave. I may need to depart for the Dragon Tiger Divine Sect’s Dragon and Tiger Cave Heaven ahead of schedule to recover."
Zhao Beidou addressed Xie Yunshen, whose complexion was currently as white as parchment.
Similar to the Qiankun Small Cave Heaven of the Qianyuan Divine Sect, which serves as a sanctuary against disasters, these Small Cave Heavens are anchored to specific Sect territories.
Outside of these designated zones, one cannot tear through the void to enter them.
While legendary Divine Tribulation Cultivators are capable of carrying a Small Cave Heaven with them, Zhao Beidou—currently at the One Disaster One Tribulation Realm—lacked such power.
Only a Divine Tribulation Cultivator who has reached the Three Calamities Realm could move a Small Cave Heaven at will!
Xie Yunshen appeared stunned by the request.
Even as Zhao Beidou was voicing his intent to leave, Li Che’s cold voice resonated within Xie Yunshen’s mind.
“Play along with him.”
“Do not let him escape.”
Xie Yunshen reacted instantly, his face twisting into an expression of desperate sincerity.
"Grandmaster Zhao, I beg you to stay a few more days! Has the Underworld not already taken a massive hit? Soon, we will launch our assault on the Qianyuan, and their fall is only a matter of time!"
"Without the Underworld to assist them, the Qianyuan Divine Sect’s defenses are crumbling, and their strength is fading... Furthermore, the Old Dragon God of the Dragon God bloodline is nearing our position. His Majesty has granted the Old Dragon God permission to enter this realm. With his aid, the Qianyuan Divine Sect... will definitely be annihilated!"
Xie Yunshen began to tremble, appearing overcome with emotion at the prospect of Zhao Beidou leaving.
"The Imperial Court’s army cannot proceed without the presence of Grandmaster Zhao!"
Seeing this, a look of satisfaction softened Zhao Beidou’s features.
The humiliation of being seen in such a battered state by his peers began to fade. In Xie Yunshen’s eyes, he saw true recognition of his vital role.
Zhao Beidou realized that if he departed, the Imperial Court would have only two Divine Tribulation Cultivators available, even including the Old Dragon God.
But by staying, they would maintain a force of three...
The gap between having two or three Divine Tribulation Cultivators was massive!
The psychological pressure and raw power they could exert on the Qianyuan Divine Sect would be on a completely different level!
Xie Yunshen coughed as he moved, blood staining his lips, yet his fervor only seemed to grow.
Zhao Beidou quickly spoke to soothe him: "State Preceptor, do not be distressed. I shall remain. These are merely flesh wounds; I can mend just as well here."
In truth, with the severity of his current state, a full recovery would take at least three or four years.
He was truly broken...
His Disaster Wheel had been shattered. Had he not managed to destabilize that collapsing Small Cave Heaven earlier, he might have actually died within its depths.
Still, he believed the Underworld had paid an equally high price.
"State Preceptor, I must clarify something first. Although my injuries are 'minor,' I can likely only serve as a figure of deterrence. If I am forced into true combat, it will aggravate my condition, so I will not be taking action easily."
Zhao Beidou cautioned.
Xie Yunshen gave a thankful smile: "I am in your debt, Grandmaster Zhao, for showing me such respect. If you had left... I would have had no way to explain myself to His Majesty. To gather such a force and fail to topple a single Divine Sect... I would be disgraced."
"Now that Grandmaster Zhao is staying to help me, I will never forget this kindness!"
"When His Majesty holds the next conferring ceremony, I will certainly advocate for Grandmaster Zhao, ensuring the disciples of the Dragon Tiger Divine Sect receive the greatest opportunities."
Zhao Beidou’s eyes gleamed with interest at those words.
Meanwhile, Gu Qianchi’s expression turned somewhat resentful.
What was this?
He had just acted to neutralize the Underworld’s strange mechanisms and had even offended the Hunting God Pavilion by intercepting their God Hunter Killer...
Yet, Xie Yunshen was acting as if he hadn't done a thing?
This Zhao Beidou... who knows what actually happened in that Small Cave Heaven!
He simply agrees to stay, and Xie Yunshen acts like he's a savior?