Invincible Little School Doctor Chapter 2001: Either a Clown or a Fool

An hour elapsed, concluding Lin Qingxuan’s cultivation.

"Still no progress?" Ye Haochuan’s examination of Lin Qingxuan’s Dantian revealed it to be as empty as before, eliciting an involuntary sigh.

Lin Qingxuan possessed commendable cultivation aptitude and a solid grasp of cultivation methods. Yet, for reasons unknown, every attempt at cultivation resulted in an inability to gather even a wisp of Spiritual Energy within her Dantian.

Ye Haochuan scoured every memory inherited from the Holy Hand, but no explanation presented itself to clarify this peculiar situation.

This was exceedingly abnormal!

Typically, individuals unable to cultivate either exhibit a minimal affinity for Spiritual Energy or struggle to comprehend cultivation techniques.

However, Lin Qingxuan possessed both attributes, suggesting cultivation should be straightforward; the complete lack of effect, however, was undeniably strange.

"Did you not mention that those born here are already in the Nascent Soul stage? How come I can't even cultivate?" Lin Qingxuan inquired, a hint of dejection in her voice.

"Well... I am also uncertain why. Perhaps the laws governing this world differ significantly from those on Earth. But rest assured, I will certainly discover a method to elevate your cultivation level!" Ye Haochuan declared with solemn resolve.

"I believe in you!" Lin Qingxuan beamed affectionately at Ye Haochuan.

"Ouch~"

Just as Ye Haochuan prepared to reply, a pained cry echoed from beyond the tent.

Instantly on alert, Ye Haochuan instructed Lin Qingxuan, "Return to the small golden coffin for now; I will go investigate!"

He couldn't help but feel a knot of apprehension; existing within the perilous wilderness demanded constant vigilance, lest one meet an unforeseen end.

With Lin Qingxuan secured within the small golden coffin, Ye Haochuan crouched low, cautiously extending himself out of the tent.

Approximately twenty meters from the tent, an exceptionally large man, standing at least two and a half meters tall, was clutching his right thigh and limping towards him. His physique, resembling a mountain, was genuinely daunting.

Could this be some form of humanoid beast transformation?

Ye Haochuan was deeply astonished.

The Demon Beasts of the Immortal Realm were not akin to those in the Lower Realm, capable of assuming human form by the Core Formation Stage. Due to the more potent Rule Power prevalent here, even Demon Beasts reaching the Immortal Transformation Stage were incapable of transforming into human shape.

If this giant was indeed a transformed Demon Beast, it would imply a cultivation level far beyond the Immortal Transformation stage, wouldn't it?

Roar~

As Ye Haochuan’s thoughts spiraled, a deafening roar erupted from behind the giant, accompanied by a rush of wind carrying a potent scent of blood.

The adage 'wind follows the tiger, clouds follow the dragon' came to mind; combined with the preceding roar, Ye Haochuan immediately deduced it must be a tiger-type Demon Beast.

Indeed, in the subsequent moment, a formidable white tiger aggressively leaped forth, landing squarely within the formation Ye Haochuan had erected.

Bang bang bang~

The formation sprang to life instantly; it was a composite array possessing both warning capabilities and certain lethal effects.

Nevertheless, Ye Haochuan’s formation proved utterly ineffective against the white tiger, failing even to scratch its fur.

"Immortal Transformation stage Demon Beast?" Ye Haochuan’s brow furrowed deeply, his gaze locked onto the white tiger, his body poised in a defensive crouch, ready for rapid evasion.

Although this particular Demon Beast was merely in the early stage of the Immortal Transformation, under equivalent rank conditions, the inherent strength of Demon Beasts significantly surpassed that of humans. Furthermore, this feline Demon Beast was already a monarch among its kind, its combat prowess even more formidable.

Ye Haochuan sensed that the white tiger’s might likely exceeded Le Yao’s.

Ye Haochuan’s own cultivation had indeed seen considerable improvement, making the disposal of ordinary early-stage Immortal Transformation adversaries a simple affair. However, against peak contenders within the early stage of Immortal Transformation, a degree of caution remained imperative.

The giant had sustained a wound on his foot from the formation. While not severe, it impeded his movement.

Upon the white tiger’s appearance, he did not seem surprised, but rather exasperated, exclaiming, "You ignorant beast! So what if I accidentally killed your cub? Is it truly worth pursuing me relentlessly like this?"

Hearing this, a cascade of "wow" moments flashed through Ye Haochuan’s mind.

What did 'accidentally killed your cub' even imply? Could the cub miraculously return to life simply because the act was unintentional?

This individual had slain the white tiger’s offspring and yet expected to evade pursuit; if he wasn't a simpleton, he was undoubtedly an imbecile.

Moreover, despite the white tiger being at the Immortal Transformation stage, given the Immortal Realm's inherent restrictions on Demon Beasts, the tiger’s intelligence could not be considerably high. Was there any conceivable benefit in attempting to reason with such a creature?

As anticipated, the white tiger harbored no desire for a truce with the colossal figure, releasing a ferocious roar as it lunged directly at the giant.

The giant's brow furrowed in irritation, and then, with astonishing speed, he unleashed a fist as massive as a sandbag, a blur of motion.

Even from a considerable distance, Ye Haochuan could discern the sound of air being rent by the punch, filling him with awe.

He marveled at the raw power the giant could muster, even with his chaotic and unfocused application of Spiritual Energy; it was undeniably terrifying.

The white tiger, unlike Ye Haochuan and possessing its own formidable strength, fearlessly met the massive fist with its equally enormous paw.

Boom~

The impact of fist against paw, though devoid of any flashy luminescence, sent a jolt through Ye Haochuan's very being.

In this initial exchange, the white tiger appeared to be at a slight disadvantage, its paw being forced back. However, this setback did not impede its offensive strategy, as the paw was not the primary weapon in this attack.

As the tiger's paw briefly retracted, a blood-red maw sprang forward, aiming to clamp down on the giant's head.

Despite the giant's extraordinary physical might, his head, as thick as Ye Haochuan's waist, seemed alarmingly small compared to the tiger's gaping maw. Should it be caught, it would undoubtedly rupture like a watermelon under a blacksmith's hammer.

Showing no hint of apprehension, the giant swiftly brought his left hand up, striking the tiger's cheek.

A pained yelp escaped the white tiger, its jaws deviating from their intended target and instead grazing the giant's ear.

Unyielding, the giant's right hand, having just been freed, drove a punch towards the tiger's vulnerable abdomen.

Through an instinctive evasive maneuver, the white tiger attempted to dodge, yet it couldn't escape the punch's relentless trajectory, receiving a powerful blow to its side. With a mournful cry, it was sent tumbling to the ground.

This brief, intense confrontation left Ye Haochuan utterly astonished.

He had faced tigers before, often dispatching tiger-like Demon Beasts in the Lower Realm without undue concern. However, witnessing such raw, unadulterated physical combat was an entirely new experience.

What was truly frightening was the giant's ability to achieve such devastating results relying almost exclusively on brute force, with minimal apparent use of Spiritual Energy; it was truly a terrifying display.

As Ye Haochuan absorbed the spectacle, the slightly wounded white tiger suddenly diverted its attention towards him, emitting a threatening roar.

It was clear the beast had mistaken Ye Haochuan for an ally of the giant. Engaged in a fierce struggle for dominance, it now seemed to seek an easier opponent, its intent fixed on eliminating Ye Haochuan first.