Invincible Little School Doctor Chapter 2021: 2021: This Is Simply Unsalvageable!

Ye Haochuan’s brows drew closer together upon hearing the reply.

It was evident that these two individuals had initially intended to hunt for treasure together. What led to this sudden shift from hunter and prey dynamics? Regardless, it seemed highly unlikely the person before him would choose to fabricate a story at this juncture.

“How peculiar?” The individual didn’t display any immediate aggression towards Ye Haochuan but instead recounted his supposed triumph with the air of someone sharing a legendary exploit.

“It’s rather straightforward. My acquaintance with this fellow was merely a 'man-made coincidence.' My invitation wasn't for treasure hunting, but rather to ambush and eliminate him, thereby seizing the treasure for myself,” the person explained with a smug grin.

“Was it truly necessary to venture this far for a simple act of murder and robbery?” Ye Haochuan inquired, a note of curiosity in his voice.

A smirk played on the person’s lips. “We came this far to elevate the probability of success. As you can observe, his cultivation level rivals my own. Without employing certain stratagems, how could I possibly achieve his demise with such ease?”

A flicker of understanding dawned on Ye Haochuan’s face. “Your tactic involves this very formation, doesn’t it?”

“Astute!”

The person let out a chuckle. “You've also experienced the formidable power of this formation. I assure you, even a cultivator at the Immortal Transformation Peak would face certain doom. I stumbled upon the array token for this formation by chance, granting me absolute control. Any individual entering this domain, regardless of their prowess from Anxi County, is fated to perish!”

“These hapless souls believe they are embarking on a treasure hunt, unaware that they themselves have become the coveted prize for another. A tragic irony indeed!” Ye Haochuan remarked, a wry smile touching his lips.

The individual responded with a sinister laugh, clearly relishing his own cunning.

“Your greed knows no bounds, does it?” Ye Haochuan couldn’t help but sigh. “You’ve already acquired the treasure within this place. Why persist in causing further harm to others? Is the wealth from a single treasure insufficient for your extravagant desires?”

“Treasure?” The person’s demeanor shifted abruptly, replaced by a sneer. “Treasure, my foot! When I arrived, there was absolutely nothing here. If I didn't extort some red crystals through this method, how could I possibly justify the perilous journey and near-death experience I endured to gain entry?”

“No treasure?” Ye Haochuan’s heart plummeted instantly.

Blast it all, Le Yao truly is unreliable. I had assumed she alone was aware of this treasure, only to discover that numerous others knew, and worse, it had already been plundered!

Ye Haochuan cursed inwardly, resolving to seek compensation from Le Yao the next time they met.

“Enough of this idle chatter. Since you’ve arrived, surrender your ring, and I shall grant you a swift end!” the person declared icily.

“It appears you aren’t the least bit surprised that I managed to trail you!” Ye Haochuan quipped, a smirk playing on his lips.

“Back in the tavern, did you truly believe I divulged the treasure’s location to you by accident? My intention was for you to overhear, thereby luring you here. Regrettably, you absconded to paint, leading me to believe you wouldn't appear. Now, it seems your avarice got the better of you. It’s a pity your bulky companion didn’t accompany you; I could have profited even more!” the person quipped with a faint smile.

“Oh? And what if I were to inform you that he possessed absolutely nothing of value?”

A mischievous grin spread across Ye Haochuan’s face as he swiftly advanced, employing the Great Yan Step. The Halberd of Heaven and Earth whistled through the air, aimed directly at the person’s head.

All the preceding dialogue was merely a ruse to seize the opportune moment for a surprise assault. Ye Haochuan harbored no illusions about his ability to dismantle this peculiar formation and thus resolved to dispatch the individual before the formation could be activated.

The person seemed utterly blindsided by Ye Haochuan’s sudden attack, remaining frozen for a crucial half-second.

Within that fleeting moment, Ye Haochuan’s Halberd of Heaven and Earth descended with devastating force.

Slash~

The Halberd of Heaven and Earth effortlessly cleaved the person’s body in twain!

Phew~

Ye Haochuan exhaled a long, relieved breath, having harbored grave concerns about his inability to fell the opponent with a single, decisive blow.

Everything seems to be in order now…

Wait, what is this?

Just as Ye Haochuan was beginning to relax, he abruptly noticed the bisected figure dissolving into mist and dissipating, mirroring the earlier event.

“Oh no, it’s the Phantom Realm!”

A surge of alarm coursed through Ye Haochuan as he frantically heightened his sensory awareness of his surroundings.

In the subsequent moment, a sinister chuckle echoed through the air.

“It appears I underestimated you. Were it not for my constant vigilance, you might have succeeded!”

Ye Haochuan remained silent, attempting to pinpoint the origin of the disembodied voice. However, this proved impossible, as the laughter seemed to emanate from all directions simultaneously, providing no discernible clue.

“I have indulged you long enough. Since you refuse to relinquish your ring, you cannot fault me for resorting to ruthless measures.” The person’s amusement faded, replaced by an unnerving silence.

Instantly, Ye Haochuan felt an icy presence materialize behind him.

Reacting on pure instinct, Ye Haochuan spun around to defend, only to find empty space.

Slash~

An unseen blade expertly circumvented the Halberd of Heaven and Earth’s parry, inflicting a deep gash across Ye Haochuan’s arm.

Ye Haochuan recoiled, only to stumble backward into an unseen obstacle.

“This is not good!”

Ye Haochuan's heart pounded in panic, and he swiftly ceased his movement, thrusting the halberd forward.

But once more, the halberd met only empty air.

Stab~

A weapon unseen by him suddenly plunged into Ye Haochuan’s abdomen, causing blood to gush out.

Simultaneously, a sinister chuckle echoed near his ear: "Didn't I tell you to hand it over? Would that not have been easier? Now, prepare to die slowly in fear!"

How could this be? Even with the formation's power, this fellow shouldn't be able to teleport!

Ye Haochuan was struck with immense shock.

The enemy's previous three assaults had originated from three distinct directions. Ye Haochuan’s reaction speed was exceptionally fast; without teleportation, it simply wouldn't be possible for the opponent to launch attacks from three separate directions in such a brief timeframe.

"Could it be…"

A seed of suspicion sprouted in Ye Haochuan's mind, and he quickly shifted his gaze to his wounded arm.

"Just as I suspected…"

Ye Haochuan immediately grasped the situation.

The assailant couldn't teleport at all; they were manipulating everything through the Phantom Realm. The initial and second strikes were mere illusions, designed to set up the third.

It was probable that the opponent hadn't moved from their original position, employing illusions to conjure two phantom attacks. These easily bypassed all of Ye Haochuan’s defenses to land the decisive blow.

"Are you ready yet? The second attack is incoming!" the voice taunted him again.

In the very next moment, a chilling, focused aura emanated from yet another direction.

This time, Ye Haochuan exhibited even greater caution, remaining perpetually poised to whirl and strike with every incoming assault.

Yet, it proved futile once more. The illusory attacks persisted for more than ten repetitions. Just as Ye Haochuan began to feel a sliver of relief, another strike from his unseen opponent sliced across his abdomen.

Damn it, this situation is utterly inescapable!

Ye Haochuan's heart plummeted to its lowest point.