The Divine Urban Physician Chapter 3809: Heaven-Defying Background! (Seven Updates)
Previously on The Divine Urban Physician...
"Precisely, Luo Huaian is my adopted son. Worry not about the repercussions of today's incident; no one within the Nine Cold Sect will dare to cause you trouble!"
Han Wenxin exuded an air of absolute confidence. "This young fellow, Ah Gouzi, I can't guarantee his prowess in other areas, but when it comes to unwavering loyalty and the bonds of friendship, he will undoubtedly go to great lengths to protect you upon hearing my word."
At this juncture, Han Wenxin regarded Ye Chen, shaking his head with a hint of exasperation. "Encountering you, I fear, is the most unfortunate turn of events for me. I repeatedly urged you to steer clear of entanglements, yet you persist in presenting me with bothersome predicaments. Such karmic connections are truly a heavy burden!"
Upon hearing these pronouncements, Ye Chen refrained from offering any retort, recognizing his dependence on Han Wenxin for his current predicament. He could only muster an awkward chuckle, choosing not to engage in the unfolding discourse.
Observing this, Han Wenxin ceased speaking, merely offering another disapproving shake of his head.
Meanwhile, outside the hallowed grounds of the Nine Cold Sect, the celestial and terrestrial disturbance began to recede, making way for an aura of profound majesty, reaching its zenith, to slowly manifest.
Subsequently, a figure, entirely enshrouded by the very essence of ice laws, appearing as a supreme divine entity commanding the dominion of ice, materialized within the void.
This imposing figure, tall and majestic, was adorned in robes woven from resplendent ice laws, radiating an aura of brilliant coldness. His gaze locked onto Ye Chen, and in the very next instant, he moved with astonishing velocity.
This sudden apparition was none other than the esteemed sect master of the Nine Cold Sect himself, Luo Huaian!
Witnessing Luo Huaian hurtling towards Ye Chen, all the elders and disciples of the Nine Cold Sect adopted expressions of derision.
"You wretched brat, you dared to interrupt our sect master's secluded cultivation; your doom is sealed!"
"Once our sect master unleashes his might, he can pulverize you into mere dust. Regardless of whether it's the Six Paths Sect or the Seven Dao Sect, no backing will shield you; before our sect master, the only path that awaits is death!"
"No!"
At this critical juncture, Ying Xiangyun, a sinister grin gracing his lips, halted the impending actions. "I shall implore the sect master to spare this whelp's life. Hand him and Jun Mo over to me, and I shall ensure they endure every conceivable misery this world has to offer!"
Upon absorbing Ying Xiangyun's cruel proposition, every individual within the Nine Cold Sect displayed malevolent smiles, their gazes fixed with unwavering intent upon Ye Chen and Jun Mo.
And at this precise moment, Luo Huaian had instantaneously arrived, appearing directly before Ye Chen and Jun Mo.
"Sect Master."
Upon perceiving Luo Huaian's arrival, Ying Xiangyun promptly approached, a wide smirk plastered on his face, proclaiming, "Sect Master, this insolent brat dared to disturb your cultivation retreat; deliver them both into my custody, and I shall render their existence a living hell, a torment far surpassing..."
However, before Ying Xiangyun could articulate the remainder of his cruel intent, Luo Huaian's gaze fell upon Ye Chen, and astonishingly, tears began to well in his eyes. In the following second, he fell to his knees before Ye Chen with a resounding thud.
"You have returned. Is it truly you who has come back? I could not possibly be mistaken; that is indeed your voice!"
Luo Huaian gazed at Ye Chen, his excitement overwhelming, and without hesitation, grasped Ye Chen's hand, inquiring with profound concern.
Meanwhile, every member present within the Nine Cold Sect stood utterly bewildered. They had fully anticipated Luo Huaian to decisively eliminate Ye Chen and Jun Mo, reducing them to nothing more than paste.
But who could have possibly foreseen their revered sect master, held in such high esteem, kneeling before Ye Chen, a mere ant from the Heavenly God Realm, without uttering a single word? What strange turn of events was this?
For a fleeting moment, disbelief washed over everyone present; they suspected that Ye Chen's earlier aggressive shouts had somehow ensnared Luo Huaian's mind.
"Sect Master, I implore you, awaken! This individual before you is merely a negligible disciple hailing from the Six Paths Sect. How can you possibly bestow such a monumental gesture upon him?"
"Indeed, Sect Master, this fellow is Ye Chen from the Six Paths Sect. He has been wreaking havoc within our Nine Cold Sect. We are all awaiting your judgment to punish this arrogant offender!"
"Sect Master, pray tell, what is truly transpiring?"
At this moment, even Ying Xiangyun's expression contorted into one of bewilderment, unable to restrain himself as he reached out, grabbed Luo Huaian's shoulder, and gave it a significant shake.
"Desist from touching me!"
In that instant, Luo Huaian's eyes flashed with an unmistakable killing intent as he violently flung Ying Xiangyun's hand away. "What did you just utter? You wish to inflict unspeakable torment upon him? Do you possess even the slightest inkling of his true identity, do you..."
Luo Huaian abruptly halted his words, casting a chilling glare at Ying Xiangyun before turning his attention back to Ye Chen.
Noticing Ye Chen still encased within the suffocating embrace of cold spiritual qi, Luo Huaian made to quell it, swiftly extending his hand and pointing directly at Ye Chen's forehead.
"Buzz..."
The oppressive cold spiritual qi, now at Luo Huaian's fingertips, dispersed as if it were the most obedient and gentle of sprites, vanishing as if imbued with a will of its own, instantly lightening Ye Chen's physical form. Ye Chen's gaze, directed towards Luo Huaian, now held a complex mixture of emotions.
"My young friend, I was in closed-door training earlier and wasn’t aware of your arrival. I apologize for the discourtesy shown by the Nine Cold Sect; please forgive us."
Luo Huaian addressed Ye Chen with an exceedingly humble tone, causing everyone within the Nine Cold Sect to feel incredibly uneasy. However, having witnessed Luo Huaian's earlier rebuke of Ying Xiangyun, none dared to voice their discomfort.
"My young friend, I apologize for the fright you suffered. Please, come to the main hall of our Nine Cold Sect for a talk."
With a sweep of his hand, Luo Huaian summoned his dedicated carriage. It flew over from a distant, towering mountain and halted before Ye Chen.
The carriage was remarkably constructed from ten ice dragons, formed by cold aura, drawing a majestic palace. At this moment, the palace doors were thrown wide open, revealing brilliant golden light within. Luo Huaian extended an invitation for Ye Chen to enter.
This spectacle left the members of the Nine Cold Sect utterly dumbfounded, and even Ying Xiangyun wore an expression of disbelief. This was Luo Huaian’s personal carriage, a privilege few could ever share, and here, he actively invited Ye Chen.
What kind of status did Ye Chen possess to dare shout the Sect Master’s name, even using his childhood nickname, yet receive not anger, but such humble respect?
The entire Nine Cold Sect was plunged into disbelief, some even questioning if they were experiencing an illusion.
Only Ye Chen understood the reason behind this profound deference: it was all because of Han Wenxin. Luo Huaian was Han Wenxin’s adopted son, and it was Han Wenxin's earlier furious calls that had awakened Luo Huaian from his seclusion, compelling him to treat Ye Chen with such reverence.
As Ye Chen observed Luo Huaian’s invitation into the carriage, his gaze shifted backward.
"Sect Master Luo, this is my friend. May he accompany me?"
Upon hearing this, Luo Huaian finally noticed Jun Mo, who was in a weakened state behind Ye Chen. His complete attention had been on Ye Chen earlier, preventing him from realizing Jun Mo's presence.
"Of course!"
Luo Huaian immediately flashed a smile and even personally stepped forward to assist Jun Mo, channeling spiritual energy into his body to mend his injuries.
"As this young brother is your friend, he is naturally my friend as well. Please, you are most welcome. Come in."
Jun Mo, witnessing Luo Huaian's respectful demeanor towards Ye Chen, was left astonished. Internally, Luo Huaian's pure and potent spiritual energy was actively healing his wounds, leaving him incredulous at such treatment.
Even as mere elders of the Nine Cold Sect, Ying Xiangyun and the others often displayed such arrogance; yet here was Luo Huaian, acting with such amicable warmth. What was transpiring?
Jun Mo’s gaze once again shifted towards Ye Chen. He had always held Ye Chen’s strength and background in high regard, but each encounter revealed that Ye Chen was far more enigmatic than he had ever imagined.
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