Invincible Little School Doctor Chapter 2101: Blood of a High-Rank Monster Beast!
Previously on Invincible Little School Doctor...
The valley stretching out before them seemed unremarkable, cloaked in dense jungle foliage, punctuated only by the distant cries of beasts and birdsong.
However, as Ye Haochuan unfurled his unique perspective, the truth of the place revealed itself to be far more complex.
Concealed beneath the verdant canopy lay a multitude of meticulously constructed buildings, their grandeur rivaling that of an imperial palace hidden amidst the wilderness.
Within these structures, numerous individuals moved with an air of ease, as though they were simply perusing a bustling marketplace.
"There are indeed quite a number of people here!" Ye Haochuan couldn't help but remark after observing for some time.
He had genuinely not anticipated such a large population dwelling within these dense woods; it felt like stumbling upon a hidden sanctuary.
Yet, what truly astonished Ye Haochuan was the significant presence of individuals of Asian descent, a stark contrast to the outside world where they often faced oppression and struggled to stand as equals to Caucasians.
"Could it be that everyone here possesses cultivation?" Ye Haochuan soon uncovered another astounding detail.
He had spent several days in this realm known as Tianxi and had yet to encounter any settlement where the entire populace consisted of cultivators.
"After they captured us, that group brought us here. It seemed they wished to conceal our presence from the others within, implementing various clandestine measures. It was during this time that Yinfeng discovered a vulnerability and aided my escape!" the Ice Jade Kirin declared, its voice laced with venom as it assumed human form.
In truth, once they transformed into their human guise, their outward appearance was indistinguishable from ordinary humans. However, upon closer proximity, one could still perceive the sacred aura of a divine beast, instilling a sense of comfort and even a slight surge in cultivation.
Furthermore, it was precisely this subtle aura that inadvertently betrayed their true nature as divine beasts.
"So, it appears that not everyone here aligns with a single faction, is that correct?"
Ye Haochuan contemplated for a moment before stating, "To rescue Yinfeng, my immediate priority is to ascertain his location and the strength of our adversary. For now, I suggest you conceal yourself within the small golden coffin while I proceed to investigate."
"The small golden coffin?" The Ice Jade Kirin expressed a degree of bewilderment at Ye Haochuan's proposal.
Ye Haochuan elaborated, "You bear a mark; no matter how adeptly you conceal yourself, you will eventually be discovered. By entering the small golden coffin, you will be shielded from external detection, thereby evading their notice."
Understanding dawned upon the Ice Jade Kirin, and it was obediently ensconced within the small golden coffin by Ye Haochuan, with a parting reminder to proceed with caution.
With the small golden coffin securely stowed, Ye Haochuan casually made his way towards the hidden township nestled beneath the dense forest.
The absence of city walls or guards meant that Ye Haochuan, as an outsider, was left unperturbed.
Ye Haochuan circled the town multiple times but found no sign of the Wind Concealing Kirin, which left him perplexed.
It appeared that the group responsible possessed considerable cunning, as even his Heavenly Eye was unable to pinpoint Yinfeng's whereabouts.
With no other recourse, Ye Haochuan decided to seek out a tavern, intending to gather some information there.
The town's population density was not particularly high, yet the tavern bustled with activity. Moreover, the majority of the patrons exuded an aura of ruthlessness and an unfriendly disposition.
Ye Haochuan settled into a secluded corner, and shortly after, a waiter approached to attend to him.
To Ye Haochuan's surprise, the waiter was also of Asian descent and, furthermore, a cultivator possessing innate cultivation.
Upon noticing Ye Haochuan, the waiter offered a smile and inquired, "Sir, you seem unfamiliar with this place. Is this your first visit? Perhaps you've escaped from a family?"
Opting to withhold excessive personal details, Ye Haochuan offered a slight nod.
The waiter's demeanor grew even more amiable upon this acknowledgment, and he stated with a grin, "You have arrived at an opportune location. Here, no one dares to mistreat you. If you distinguish yourself, you might even seize opportunities for cultivation."
"You can cultivate?" Ye Haochuan inquired with feigned surprise and curiosity.
"Naturally! The Director established Pingyuan Town with the express purpose of eradicating the injustice faced by Asians. If Caucasians can cultivate, then so can we Asians!" the waiter proclaimed with evident pride.
"Oh? Indeed, the Director is truly the savior of us Asians!" Ye Haochuan mused aloud.
"Verily, were it not for the Director, how could we possibly be enjoying such contented days..." The waiter's reverence for the Director was as boundless as the Yellow River's flow.
Initially, Ye Haochuan had entertained suspicions that the Director might be involved in Yinfeng's capture, but the more he listened, the less plausible this theory became.
After all, the waiter's portrayal of the Director was so impeccably perfect and sacred that it made Ye Haochuan hesitant to entertain any notion of desecration.
"Apart from the Director's influence, are there other minor factions present here?" Ye Haochuan probed further.
A subtle shift occurred in the waiter's expression as he responded, "How could that possibly be? If other forces were to exist here, how could we possibly maintain the peace we enjoy today?"
Ye Haochuan nonchalantly ordered two bottles of wine, signaling the end of their conversation and dismissing the waiter.
Once the waiter departed, Ye Haochuan sank into a profound state of contemplation.
Based on the information from the Ice Jade Kirin, the other party was likely an organizational entity. If this was the sole power operating in the area, then the director was still the one responsible for Yinfeng's capture.
A realization dawned upon Ye Haochuan; he had mistakenly considered Yinfeng to be human, leading him to believe that capturing the creature would somehow damage the director's esteemed reputation.
In reality, such a notion was baseless. Even if the director were to annihilate the entire Kirin Clan, no one would dare label him as cruel, especially since he wasn't harming his own kind.
With this understanding, Ye Haochuan shifted his focus and directed his investigation towards the director.
Just as he was pondering how to infiltrate the director's mansion to uncover clues, a middle-aged male cultivator casually walked past him and took a seat at the adjacent table.
This man's arms were stained with fresh blood, yet he appeared entirely unfazed, proceeding to order several bottles of liquor from the waiter.
"Jim, my old friend, what in the world happened to you? Who dared to lay a hand on you?" The waiter, clearly acquainted with the cultivator, inquired with evident concern.
The male cultivator let out a boisterous laugh, proclaiming, "You're underestimating me, aren't you? This isn't my blood; it belongs to a powerful monster beast."
After stating this, he accepted the spirits from the waiter, poured them into a large bowl, and meticulously cleansed the blood from his arms using the liquor.
Once he was finished, he offered the bowl to the waiter, saying, "Brother, have a taste of this; it will double your cultivation efficiency while halving the effort!"
The waiter, harboring a mix of skepticism and curiosity, took a small sip.
As the potent blood wine went down, Ye Haochuan distinctly felt a surge of spiritual energy within the waiter, his cultivation base noticeably advancing in that very moment.
Ye Haochuan's gaze immediately turned icy, locking onto the drinking male cultivator, Jim.