Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain Chapter 2826 - 2825: Kill - Temporary Retreat!

Following that sword's brilliant flash, the very heavens appeared to shudder. Even though the sword light had vanished, its lingering power permeated the atmosphere, striking awe into every observer.

The Gale Queen, adorned in resplendent fiery red battle armor, possessed a resolute and fierce glint in her eyes. Beside her stood the Golden Buddha Kuerzan, bathed in golden luminescence, resembling a living Buddha gracing the mortal realm, exuding an undeniable aura of authority from his brow.

Concurrently, Dragon Knight Vincent was astride his formidable flood dragon, his wings held slightly ajar, poised as if ready to unleash a swift and deadly assault.

All three adversaries fixed their gaze upon a solitary figure nearby. Lin Dong appeared remarkably frail, the sword technique he had just executed having nearly depleted his entire strength. His face was ashen, and his body teetered on the brink of collapse.

This severely weakened state presented the Gale Queen, the Golden Buddha Kuerzan, and Dragon Knight Vincent with an unparalleled chance.

A chance to permanently extinguish Lin Dong's life.

"It is now time to bring this to a close." The voice of the Gale Queen, Alya, was as frigid as ice as she slowly elevated her longsword, its tip aimed directly at Lin Dong, betraying her intent to cleave the very space and claim her foe's head in the ensuing moment.

The Golden Buddha Kuerzan clasped his hands in supplication, murmuring a Buddhist chant, as radiant golden light emanated from his form, conjuring successive layers of light screens that enveloped him securely, signaling his final preparations for the impending confrontation.

Dragon Knight Vincent gently caressed the neck of the colossal dragon supporting him. The dragon, sensing its master's unspoken command, emitted a low growl and unfurled its wings, summoning a tempestuous wind that amplified the already taut and oppressive atmosphere of the battlefield.

However, just as the trio prepared to execute their decisive moves, with victory seemingly within their grasp, a subtle spark ignited within Lin Dong's eyes.

His demeanor remained serenely composed and unyielding, as though no formidable enemy possessed the capacity to disturb his inner peace.

At that critical juncture, he shifted subtly, his hands moving with astonishing speed to form intricate hand seals and utter incantations. Immediately thereafter, the ground beneath him convulsed violently, as if a primal force had answered his call.

"Earth Dragon Treasure Technique!" With Lin Dong's guttural shout, his physical form seemed to meld with the very earth, gradually becoming indistinct until he vanished entirely from the sight of his adversaries, leaving no trace of his presence or breath.

This astonishing spectacle left the Gale Queen, the Golden Buddha Kuerzan, and Dragon Knight Vincent exchanging bewildered glances.

"What manner of skill is he employing? How can he simply disappear so abruptly?" The Gale Queen, Alya, questioned with a furrowed brow, her voice steeped in incredulity.

Dragon Knight Vincent, after a moment of contemplation, his gaze profound, finally spoke:

"I have reviewed extensive dossiers on him and recall that he indeed possesses a technique known as the Earth Dragon Treasure Technique."

"I had never imagined this skill to be so wondrous, capable of being executed with such flawless precision even in his current state of extreme weakness."

The Golden Buddha Kuerzan offered a slight shake of his head, a shadow of resignation crossing his features:

"With this, are we not merely observing his escape? This Earth Dragon Treasure Technique is undeniably problematic."

"Indeed, most problematic." The Gale Queen, Alya, tightened her grip on her sword's hilt, a flicker of frustration marring her expression. "I can only hope that upon our next encounter, we shall possess a more effective strategy. Lin Dong, your life will be mine, sooner or later!"

As the Gale Queen's pronouncement concluded, the three retreated from their offensive postures, yet the air remained thick with residual killing intent and a palpable sense of urgency.

Lin Dong's execution of the Earth Dragon Treasure Technique had not only extricated him from immediate peril but had also sown a seed of apprehension within the hearts of his three pursuers.

After all, if Lin Dong were to resurface, it would undoubtedly be after a period of complete recovery.

And once recuperated, who amongst them could possibly withstand the might of 'Sword Two' as he had demonstrated moments ago?

"Henceforth, within this Five Elements Land, I propose that the three of us forge an alliance." At this critical juncture, the Golden Buddha Kuerzan voiced his suggestion.

This proposal, naturally, garnered immediate consensus from the other two.

The Gale Queen concurred, stating, "I believe Golden Buddha Kuerzan's proposition is an excellent one. Should our trio remain united, even a fully recovered Lin Dong would be hesitant to engage us directly. He would surely exercise caution."

"Should we divide our forces, he would undoubtedly defeat us one by one."

Dragon Knight Vincent nodded in agreement, recognizing this as the most prudent course of action available to them.

Although, this strategy might not prove entirely effective.

After all, when they previously operated as a united force of four, 'Thunder' had met his demise nonetheless, had he not?

However, by banding together, they at least stood a better chance than facing him individually. Confronting Lin Dong alone would undoubtedly spell certain death.

Furthermore, without suspicion, he might very well unleash 'Sword Two' without reservation.

But by consolidating their strength, Lin Dong would at least be compelled to act with greater circumspection.

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Beneath the expansive sky, Lin Dong's form abruptly dematerialized from his original position, as if space itself had consumed him, leaving behind only a subtle distortion—the unique spatial transit power from the Earth Dragon Treasure Technique.In mere moments, he had traversed countless mountains and rivers, arriving in a remote and unfamiliar territory—.Here, the essence of the Five Elements was incredibly concentrated, a veritable paradise for cultivators and an ideal sanctuary for recovery."This shall be the place." Lin Dong halted his movement, choosing not to proceed further.He was acutely aware that the Five Elements Land was an immense and boundless expanse, characterized by complex and varied terrain, along with inherent spatial prohibitions that acted as sensory dampeners.As long as he didn't actively reveal his presence, even the most adept trackers would struggle to pinpoint his location swiftly.Consequently, there was no cause for concern that the Gale Queen, the Golden Buddha Kuerzan, or the Dragon Knight Vincent would be able to track him down.Discovering a secluded mountain valley, enveloped by dense woods that shielded it from external scrutiny, Lin Dong resolved to first recuperate his strength and internal Qi.He understood that although he had vanquished Thunder using "Sword Two" in their recent confrontation.This potent technique had exacted a tremendous toll, far beyond typical energy expenditure and recovery cycles. The execution of "Sword Two," even when augmented by aids like the Deadwood Dan, a potent medicinal pill, necessitated a period of gradual restoration for his strained meridians and depleted inner Qi.Lin Dong assumed a cross-legged posture, his eyes closed, retrieving three Deadwood Dan pills from his Storage Ring.These three elixirs, each imbued with potent wood-attribute spiritual energy, were prime choices for mending injuries and replenishing internal Qi.Without hesitation, he ingested the pills, and a gentle, soothing power immediately coursed through his body, nurturing every fiber of his being and every one of his meridians.However, comprehensive recovery was not instantaneous. Even with the assistance of the Deadwood Dan, Lin Dong still needed to meticulously guide this power, integrating it with his internal Qi and systematically repairing the damage sustained during the battle.He drew a deep breath, adhering to a specific breathing method, and focused his consciousness inward towards his Dantian. Guiding the medicinal energies along designated meridians, each complete cycle brought a palpable sense of his internal Qi slowly regenerating, and his physical form gradually regaining its vigor.Time flowed onward unheeded. Within the mountain valley, aside from the occasional cry of a wild beast and the whisper of the wind, an profound silence prevailed.Lin Dong appeared to become one with his surroundings, entering a state of profound detachment from both self and the external world.The prolonged respite of two hours, which might have been agonizing for an ordinary individual, was, for Lin Dong at this crucial juncture of recovery, a period where every minute and every second held immense significance.Finally, as the last vestiges of the medicinal power were completely assimilated, Lin Dong's eyes slowly opened, a sharp glint appearing within them.He rose, casually flexing his arm, and felt the surging, abundant internal Qi within him, coupled with a physique more resilient than before.He knew he had returned to his peak condition; even if those three adversaries were to confront him now, he would face them without apprehension.Unbeknownst to him, an immense wave of commotion was erupting in the outside world, all stemming from his decisive defeat of Thunder.