Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain Chapter 2788: 2787: Secret Contest with Tian Sha

Apart from the four primary battle zones inviting elite experts below their nations' junior patriarchs to reinforce their ranks, other nations also summoned their own powerhouses to participate.

All to claim a strong position in the War Department Competition.

Of course, they harbored another objective too.

That objective ties directly to the competition's location, the ‘Five Elements Land.’

But we'll set that aside for the moment.

Shifting focus back to the Dragon Country War Department Base.

Night descended, illuminating the Dragon Country War Department Base with brilliant lights. Echoes of laughter and merriment from the Evening Banquet still hung faintly, slowly giving way to peace.

Under the gentle glow, Lin Dong's form stood tall and imposing, his chat with Elder Min Tian, Tian Sha, and fellow guests drifting further away.

The esteemed referee, Elder Min Tian, departed right after the banquet without delay.

Clad in a plain long robe, he moved with light steps toward the exit, each stride showcasing his deep cultivation and commanding aura.

Just before exiting, he halted, faced Lin Dong and Tian Sha, cupped his hands modestly, and his gaze sparkled with eagerness:

“Gentlemen, until we meet at the War God Competition in three days. I truly hope Dragon Country claims first in all three bouts this time, shattering the War Department Competition record.”

“It would prove not just your individual might but glory for all of Dragon Country. Even abroad, my heart stays with Dragon Country, swelling with pride from your triumphs.”

Elder Min Tian's speech brimmed with heartfelt passion. Beyond hopes for Lin Dong and Tian Sha, it poured out his profound bond with Dragon Country.

Though he'd spent years in the Alliance of Heavenly Realm, he remained a true son of Dragon Country, roots firmly planted there.

Hearing this, Lin Dong's lips curved into a grin as he returned the clasped hands courteously.

With Elder Min Tian's figure fading into the darkness, Lin Dong and Tian Sha headed to their rooms for last-minute prep for the War God Competition.

Back in his allocated private quarters—modest yet stately, every feature showing utmost respect.

Lin Dong smoothed his attire quickly, then settled by the window, staring at the serene night sky, pondering the looming War Department Competition in silence.

“Three days from now, the War Department Competition won't be easy. Even Tian Sha's thrown his hat in.” Lin Dong muttered softly, gravity flickering in his eyes.

Tian Sha, third on the Five Elements Stele, brought fresh uncertainties to this War Department Competition.

Lin Dong knew Tian Sha's power ran deep and mysterious. For such a figure to enter what seemed a routine War Department Competition raised questions about his real motives.

Unsurprisingly, Lin Dong held no blind faith in him.

Doubts lingered, naturally.

Did he truly battle for Dragon Country's zone to seize that top spot in the War Department Competition?

“Given his power, he'd scorn such prizes. So what's his true aim?” Lin Dong wondered inwardly.

He guessed Tian Sha chased hidden gains—rare treasures perhaps, or a shot at slaying him to boost and lock in his Five Elements Stele rank…

All plausible.

Yet any reason spelled tougher trials for Lin Dong and his allies.

“Word is, other nations will field mighty Heavenly Realm martial artists in this War Department Competition.” Lin Dong's brow furrowed. He grasped the godlike prowess of Heavenly Realm martial artists, far beyond mortals.

Their entry ramped up the War Department Competition's stakes dramatically.

“Vigilance is key. Be it those foreign Heavenly Realm warriors or Tian Sha himself.” Lin Dong cautioned inwardly, fully aware of his spot.

The more he dazzled with talent and promise, the more foes eyed him with dread and malice.

Constant alertness and strength-building were essential to conquer this fight unscathed.

After much reflection, Lin Dong flung open the window, eyes on the far-off night expanse.

He pulled out a divine talisman, messaging Pravina concealed in the shadows:

“Probe the teams from Yingjiang Country and Ancient European Country for me, focusing on their Heavenly Realm martial artists. Get full details—their powers, signature techniques, likely strategies.”

Ever since aligning with Lin Dong, Pravina lurked in the Extraterrestrial Battlefield's shadows.

Her supreme stealth made her a top-tier intel operative.

Lin Dong trusted her skills to uncover enemy secrets, crafting sharper battle plans.

Message sent, Lin Dong drew a steady breath, rose, approached the window, and admired the luminous moon overhead.

“No Junior Patriarch moves, and I'm fearless. But Junior Patriarchs might lurk unseen, scheming…” Lin Dong whispered, deep in thought.

Deep night held its hush as Lin Dong's eyes shone, mind racing.

Meanwhile, Tian Sha opted to remain at the War Department Base. As a War God Competition entrant, Dragon Country's Battle Zone insisted he stay.

He needed to acclimate to the surroundings, after all.

Tian Sha's quarters lay distant from Lin Dong's. Inside, he erected a prohibiting barrier.

This barrier blocked all external probes.

Thus, his room's activities stayed hidden from even Lin Dong or Heavenly Envoy Dugu Tian.

Next, he deployed his perception art, the ‘Ancient Martial Art’ – Hidden Dragon.

This sense-expanding ancient martial art outstripped Lin Dong’s ‘Ten Thousand Miles Tracking Technique.’ Now, ‘Hidden Dragon’ unfurled.

His consciousness slunk through shadows into Lin Dong’s room, probing stealthily.

Lin Dong had just dispatched the talisman, gearing up to refine ‘Soul Supplement Pills.’

Yet suddenly, his spirit sense detected an intruder.

His vast mental power erupted forth.

Like a vast canopy, it blanketed and banished the intruding sense.

He shot a glance toward Tian Sha’s room.

A stabbing headache hit Tian Sha, stunned that Lin Dong’s mental might repelled his divine sense so fiercely.

And pinpointed his meddling.

“This guy's a monster.” Tian Sha whispered in his chamber.

Also, his barrier felt strains, weakening.

“Trouble. I've provoked him.” Tian Sha sensed his rash probe had incensed Lin Dong.

Now, Lin Dong’s mental power counter-probed his room.