Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain Chapter 2830: 2829: Pusuo World
Previously on Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain...
In the depths of an ancient, overgrown forest, sunshine struggled to penetrate the dense foliage, casting dappled patches of light and shadow upon the forest floor.
War God Hei Long, whose emotions had been greatly stirred by the appearance of the white-robed Blood Monk, felt that intense surge recede soon after. For a rare moment, his heart found a fleeting sense of tranquility.
This peace wasn't imposed from without, but was instead gently, subtly guided by the white-robed Blood Monk, through means beyond comprehension, to the most serene corner of his being.
Even Lin Dong, at this moment, was enveloped in this unusual calm; his thoughts seemed to drift serenely on the breeze, far removed from the world's clamor.
Suddenly, a voice, gentle and clear as a secluded valley orchid in bloom, resonated unexpectedly within his mind:
“Benefactor Lin Dong, would you permit me a moment to speak with you?”
The voice, while mild, possessed an undeniable majesty and an irresistible power, causing Lin Dong to pause involuntarily.
He surveyed his surroundings; apart from himself and the motionless white-robed monk emanating a faint, blood-colored aura, no one else was present.
Despite his surprise, Lin Dong quickly regained his composure, offering a slow nod of assent.
Upon seeing Lin Dong's agreement, a wondrous light ignited in the white-robed Blood Monk's eyes, akin to the brightest star in the night sky—brilliant, yet not overwhelming.
Following this, an unfathomable power emanated from him, instantly expanding to encompass the entire space.
Lin Dong experienced a blurring of his vision as the surrounding landscape began to warp and shift.
First, petals descended gracefully from the heavens, light and ethereal. They twirled and danced in the air before settling softly upon the ground—three thousand in all. Each petal was a masterfully crafted artifact, exuding a subtle, calming fragrance.
This sudden, astonishing spectacle brought a flicker of surprise to Lin Dong’s heart.
However, this beauty was merely the prelude.
As the final petal landed, Lin Dong was startled to realize that the world before his eyes had transformed. It was no longer the forest but an entirely new, self-contained realm.
Mountains and waters, clouds and mists adorned this space; everything appeared so authentic, so vibrant, as if it were a separate Heaven and Earth detached from reality.
“Pusuo World,” the white-robed Blood Monk explained softly, his tone devoid of emotion.
“This is a miniature Heaven and Earth conjured by this humble monk, harmonizing my Cultivation with the fundamental Laws of existence. Unlike an Illusionary Realm, all within the Pusuo World originates from the heart and is shaped by intention. Though not tangible, its presence can be felt, its scents perceived. It possesses a greater degree of reality and mystique than an Illusionary Realm.”
Lin Dong’s heart was further astounded by these words.
He understood profoundly the immense difficulty in creating such a world.
This Pusuo World was in no way inferior to his own Limitless Illusion Realm.
Gazing at the white-robed Blood Monk before him, Lin Dong felt an intense curiosity bloom within him, eager to understand his intentions.
“Senior, I truly did not anticipate you would also journey to this Five Elements Land. However, you are not representing any Nation to partake in the War God Competition, are you?” Lin Dong inquired, his gaze fixed on the white-robed Blood Monk.
The white-robed Blood Monk gave a nod. Abruptly, Lin Dong observed him pluck a single flower from the air within this ‘Pusuo World’.
With a gentle flick of his wrist, that petal set the entire environment into motion once more.
Lin Dong found himself standing upon a tranquil sea surface, as clear as a looking glass.
The two figures stood there, their reflections creating perfectly symmetrical, exquisite worlds beneath them. Petals continued to drift through the air, enhancing the scene's profound peace and harmony.
It was then that the white-robed Blood Monk’s voice gradually sounded:
“My objective in coming to the Five Elements Land is the Origin Power.”
Lin Dong was taken aback at this direct revelation of the white-robed Blood Monk's purpose for visiting the Five Elements Land.
“I surmise, Benefactor Lin Dong, that your own aim extends beyond merely participating in this War God Competition and assisting the Dragon Country War Department in securing victory, correct?”
Lin Dong nodded. Since the white-robed Blood Monk had openly declared his pursuit of the Five Elements Land,
Lin Dong saw no reason to conceal his own motives.
"Senior, one significant reason I've journeyed to the Five Elements Land is, in fact, for the Origin Power," Lin Dong admitted. The white-clothed Blood Monk, seemingly having anticipated this, showed no surprise. He simply offered a smile and a nod. A stretch of silence followed. As their quietude deepened, the surroundings transformed once more, morphing into a scene of profound auspiciousness and peace. The sea surface, which had previously held subtle ripples beneath their feet, was now utterly still, without the slightest undulation. It was precisely as the white-clothed Blood Monk had stated: this ‘Pusuo World’ resonated with their inner states. Should the heart be stirred, the Pusuo World would mirror that agitation. Within this Pusuo World, even the smallest falsehood uttered in conversation would be instantly exposed. "Senior, I'm curious what it was you wished to discuss with me privately?" Lin Dong inquired, a hint of puzzlement in his voice. The white-clothed monk’s expression grew serious as he declared, "Within this Five Elements Land, you must exercise extreme caution. I have received intelligence that members of the Blood Clan have infiltrated this place." "Furthermore, it is highly probable that one of them is that individual's Blood Servant!" "Blood Servant?" Lin Dong was unfamiliar with the term, his brow furrowing in confusion. Who was this 'that person' he spoke of? The white-clothed Blood Monk elaborated, "You must be wondering about the identity of the individual I mentioned, correct?" He appeared to perceive the very thoughts within Lin Dong's mind. Indeed, conversing with him here within the Pusuo World put Lin Dong at a distinct disadvantage. Every unspoken thought, every ripple of emotion, could be sensed by the monk. Nevertheless, Lin Dong still possessed the ability to control his thoughts and, even more so, to temper his emotions. Therefore, he ensured that most matters remained shielded from the monk's perception. Remaining silent, Lin Dong allowed the white-clothed Blood Monk to continue his explanation: "The person I refer to is the Blood Clan's Young Master!" "He is an entity of immense terror; many years ago, he even clashed with your Father." "What?" At this revelation, even Lin Dong found it difficult to suppress his emotional response. Of course, this surge of feeling wasn't primarily due to the Blood Clan Young Master himself. It stemmed, once again, from obtaining news of his Father, directly from the white-clothed Blood Monk's words. The white-clothed Blood Monk, however, continued his narrative of his own accord: "Did I not mention it to you before? In those days, your Father held the paramount position on the Five Elements Stele, and he even spent a significant period on the Extraterrestrial Battlefield." "During that time, the Blood Clan Young Master cunningly disguised himself among the Human Martial Artists, establishing himself as a formidable contender, securing the second rank on the Five Elements Stele…" The white-clothed Blood Monk then proceeded to recount to Lin Dong the events of that era. In that past confrontation, the Blood Clan Young Master had suffered a grievous defeat at the hands of Lin Dong's Father, Lin Zhantian. The two had engaged in a fierce battle, and the Blood Clan Young Master had indeed been wounded by Zhan Tian. Concluding this portion of the history, the white-clothed Blood Monk added: "That Blood Clan Young Master has harbored a relentless desire for vengeance against your Father, Lin Zhantian. However, many years ago, your Father inexplicably vanished from this world, leaving no trace. Consequently, the matter had to be put aside."