Invincible Little School Doctor Chapter 2055: Has Something Happened to Niu Kui?

"Back again in the blink of an eye!"

Emerging from the Teleportation Array, Ye Haochuan couldn't help but silently praise its incredible convenience. Without it, traversing the thirteen thousand miles would have consumed a significant amount of time, making his return to find Niu Kui and the others a lengthy endeavor.

Lost in thought, he offered a slight nod to the lanky elder.

The elder, who had been dozing at his desk, was snapped awake by Ye Haochuan's presence, his mouth falling open in astonishment.

"Young man, from whence do you come?"

The elder sat up, his eyes narrowing as he scrutinized Ye Haochuan.

He recalled that Ye Haochuan had departed only a short while ago and was now back. How could he possibly return so swiftly?

After all, the cost of a single teleportation represented a substantial expenditure for most cultivators in the Immortal Transformation stage.

Furthermore, upon his departure, Ye Haochuan had been at the Nascent Soul Peak. To reach the Early Stage of Immortal Transformation in merely one month, with such a notable conversion rate of Flower Qi, seemed improbable without external assistance.

"I am Ye Haochuan."

Ye Haochuan, initially taken aback, considered that he might require the Teleportation Array again in the future. Since the elder was not without strength, there was no reason to create animosity, so he responded politely.

The elder appeared perplexed, as he had never heard of any prominent local family bearing the surname Ye. Nevertheless, he refrained from further inquiry and exchanged a few pleasantries with Ye Haochuan.

Sensing no further business, Ye Haochuan soon took his leave.

Once outside the Teleportation Array's vicinity, Ye Haochuan proceeded directly towards the tavern where Niu Kui was lodging.

Over a month had elapsed. One could only wonder if Niu Kui had succeeded in locating Long Keyue.

"Good heavens, Mr. Ye, how dare you return! Quickly, hide before anyone sees you!"

The moment Ye Haochuan neared the tavern's entrance, the shop assistant intercepted him.

The assistant spoke in hushed tones, glancing around furtively before drawing Ye Haochuan into an alley beside the tavern, ensuring no one else was observing.

"Brother Shop Assistant, what is happening? Why am I unable to return?" Ye Haochuan inquired, a look of bewilderment on his face.

"You are unaware?" the assistant responded nervously. "Your companion ran into trouble and was apprehended by individuals from the County Marquis Mansion. If you are not cautious, you could become implicated!"

What? Niu Kui was captured?

Ye Haochuan's brow furrowed upon hearing the shop assistant's words. Given Niu Kui's sincere and forthright nature, how could he have been apprehended?

He had entrusted Niu Kui with the task of seeking information regarding Long Keyue's whereabouts, confident that Niu Kui was not one to seek trouble.

His sudden capture suggested a deeper web of intrigue.

"Brother Shop Assistant, did the County Marquis Mansion's people specify the offense my companion committed?" Ye Haochuan asked, his tone careful.

"The officials from the County Marquis Mansion claimed your companion was indebted to Young Master Li for Red Crystals, and so..."

The assistant recounted the events, explaining them to Ye Haochuan.

"There was a contract involved?"

Ye Haochuan's eyebrows knitted together even more tightly. Niu Kui, hailing from the remote mountains and having grown up without guidance, how could he possibly have entered into a contract with anyone?

Ye Haochuan's suspicion that something was amiss grew stronger.

However, the shop assistant held a low position and possessed no inside knowledge. After Ye Haochuan pressed for more details, no further useful information could be gleaned.

"Brother Shop Assistant, my thanks to you."

Ye Haochuan produced several hundred Red Crystals and presented them to the shop assistant as a token of his gratitude.

"There is no need for formalities, safe travels, sir!"

Clutching the hundreds of Red Crystals, the shop assistant beamed, offering Ye Haochuan profuse thanks.

His display of "concern" for Ye Haochuan's situation was motivated by the latter's generosity. Now, his expectations had been met, bringing him unexpected good fortune.

Leaving the tavern behind, Ye Haochuan proceeded directly to the County Marquis Mansion.

"What do you want? This is a restricted area within the County Marquis Mansion. Dare to intrude; are you seeking death?"

It is said that even a fifth-rank official at the Prime Minister's gate could command considerable authority. As the lord of Anxi County, the Marquis could be considered the de facto ruler here. Thus, the guards at the gate, though primarily at the Nascent Soul stage, did not accord much importance to Ye Haochuan, a cultivator at the Immortal Transformation stage.

"I am here to see your County Marquis!" Ye Haochuan stated coldly, his expression unreadable.

"Oh, you truly believe that merely because you have successfully advanced to the Immortal Transformation stage, you are someone of consequence? The County Marquis is not a person one can simply demand an audience with."

From behind the imposing gates, a guard at the Immortal Transformation Early Stage emerged with a sneer. The expressions of the surrounding guards made it evident that this individual held the position of head guard.

As the head guard spoke, several other guards chimed in with their own derisive remarks. "We advise you to leave now before our boss loses his temper. If he decides to make a move, you'll surely regret ever being born into this world!"

"Silence!"

Already agitated by Niu Kui's predicament, Ye Haochuan's sword-like eyebrows shot upward upon hearing these words, his anger igniting.

"Damn, is this guy out of his mind?"

The head guard stared at Ye Haochuan as if he were an imbecile, then suddenly broke into laughter. "Do any of you know why snakes shed their skin?"

"Why?"

The other guards were taken aback, puzzled by the head guard's sudden question, yet they still responded.

"Heh, because, just like this kid, it gets itchy!" the head guard declared with an air of self-importance.

"Hahaha~" The other guards erupted in laughter, their eyes filled with contempt.

"Oh, look, this kid is getting angry, isn't he?" Seeing Ye Haochuan's displeasure, the head guard laughed even more heartily. "Brothers, should I apologize to him? Hahaha!"

"Boss, if you're going to apologize, using that long spear in your hand seems quite fitting. I believe this kid will surely forgive you..." one guard jested.

"Good idea!"

The head guard grinned maliciously, and a long spear materialized in his hand. He thrust it without hesitation towards Ye Haochuan's knee.

This strike was not intended to kill Ye Haochuan but aimed to cripple his knee, forcing him to kneel in utter humiliation.

At that precise moment, the head guard perceived a blur before his eyes. Subsequently, an immense force wrenched the spear from his grasp, and with a resounding clang, it became embedded in the adjacent wall.

As his senses returned, he found a menacing long halberd, radiating formidable power, positioned with its tip a mere half an inch from his throat.

"So... so strong!" The head guard gazed at Ye Haochuan in utter disbelief, his limbs trembling uncontrollably.

Although his prior assault appeared effortless, he had, in reality, employed seventy to eighty percent of his strength. After all, his opponent was also at the Immortal Transformation Early Stage. He couldn't afford to be so complacent as to hold back significantly.

However, Ye Haochuan appeared entirely unfazed, not even sparing a glance at the seventy to eighty percent strength he had exerted.

Ye Haochuan's lightning-fast offensive and unparalleled speed instilled deep fear within him.

He harbored the conviction that even if he unleashed his full twelve parts strength, he would be utterly outmatched by Ye Haochuan, unable to endure even a single round.

Yet, despite his palpable fear, he displayed no outward dread. Instead, he let out a cold snort. "Brat, you dare to lay a hand on someone from the County Marquis Mansion? You are surely doomed to die today!"

As if to corroborate his declaration, pandemonium suddenly erupted from the main gate of the County Marquis Mansion, accompanied by a thunderous roar.

"Who dares to cause trouble at the County Marquis Mansion?"