Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain Chapter 2832 - 2831: Encountering Tian Sha!

Faced with War God Hei Long's query, Lin Dong found it awkward to provide a direct answer.

He simply stated, "The White-clothed Blood Monk departed earlier."

"Truly formidable, appearing and vanishing like a phantom. Before I even realized it, he manipulated my state of mind. Such a being, if he desired my demise, I likely wouldn't even comprehend my end," War God Hei Long remarked, clicking his tongue.

Lin Dong chuckled, replying, "After all, he has held the top spot on the Five Elements Stele for so many years. Naturally, he is not a simple individual."

Mentioning this, a sudden recollection of the White-clothed Blood Monk's recent admonition surfaced.

"Beware of the Blood Clan's possession, and remain vigilant of those around you..."

This warning prompted Lin Dong to subtly employ his mental power, conducting a check on War God Hei Long.

He worried that Hei Long might have been influenced or possessed.

Fortunately, his mental probe revealed no trace of any Blood Clan aura on Hei Long.

With this confirmation, Lin Dong visibly relaxed, a sigh of relief escaping him.

"Alright, from this point forward, we must exercise greater caution. I've heard that members of the Blood Clan are indeed concealed within this contingent..." Lin Dong conveyed to War God Hei Long.

War God Hei Long offered a series of rapid nods, then continued to traverse the Five Elements Land alongside Lin Dong.

Encounters with various demonic beasts were a regular occurrence on their journey.

However, Lin Dong largely refrained from intervening, delegating the combat entirely to War God Hei Long.

Moreover, during these battles, Lin Dong provided guidance, leading to significant improvements in War God Hei Long's combat prowess.

Previously, he struggled against demon kings of comparable cultivation.

Now, thanks to Lin Dong's tutelage, he could overcome demon kings of equivalent levels.

While not entirely invincible among his peers, he had undeniably ascended to the upper echelons of fighters at his level.

Consequently, another span of two days elapsed.

The conclusion of the War God Competition was less than three days away.

Lin Dong's position at the apex of the War God Ranking remained steadfast.

As for War God Hei Long, he had successfully secured a place within the top ten.

With these achievements, the Dragon Country War Department could confidently anticipate securing the first-place overall in this War God Competition.

Furthermore, only a dwindling portion of the Five Elements Land remained for exploration.

"War God Lin, the northernmost region is the sole area yet to be charted. It is highly probable that the Origin Power lies within that vicinity," War God Hei Long stated, gesturing toward the expanse obscured by a pervasive black mist.

This particular area presented a stark contrast to the others.

It was enshrouded by an eerie, dark vapor.

Lin Dong, his gaze fixed on that direction, perceived that even his Spiritual Power Domain was incapable of penetrating the gloom for reconnaissance.

"Indeed, a peculiar anomaly..." Lin Dong murmured to himself.

Under normal circumstances, even within this Five Elements Land, his Spiritual Power Domain would extend its senses for hundreds of kilometers.

Yet, here, it was thwarted, unable to pierce the veil and discern what lay beyond.

"Perhaps the Origin Power is indeed situated within that area..." As Lin Dong contemplated this, a faint presence emanated from the distant darkness.

Presently, a figure clad in black robes, resembling a specter lurking in the shadows, began to approach.

"Who goes there?" War God Hei Long, sensing the approaching presence, inquired aloud, his tone laced with caution.

Lin Dong responded calmly, "War God Hei Long, remain at ease. That is an acquaintance of ours – Tian Sha!"

Upon the utterance of the name Tian Sha, the figure emerging from the gloom gradually resolved into clearer view.

It was undeniably Tian Sha!

Tian Sha's movements were remarkably light and silent, seeming to melt into the nocturnal surroundings. He emerged from the treeline, the occasional shafts of moonlight filtering through the canopy illuminating his scintillating eyes, lending him an aura of profound mystery.

A subtle smirk played on his lips as he directly addressed Lin Dong and War God Hei Long, commencing his speech:

"War God Lin, War God Hei Long, I expended considerable effort locating you. For reasons unknown, your positions were conspicuously absent from the War God Token..."

A flicker of amusement danced in his eyes as he concluded, seemingly awaiting their response.

Lin Dong, while maintaining a hidden guard, presented an unperturbed facade; a hearty chuckle escaped him:

"War God Tian Sha, perhaps the War God Token decided it required a period of rest and recuperation, opting for a 'strike'."

Lin Dong's retort carried a subtle barb, an attempt to diffuse the palpable tension with a lighthearted atmosphere.

Tian Sha's smile widened at this, apparently unperturbed or amused by Lin Dong's explanation.

He let out a laugh before abruptly shifting the subject:

"War God Lin, I’m curious if you’ve managed to locate the Origin Power? This Five Elements Land truly holds many treasures."

Lin Dong gently shook his head, his gaze earnest. "Not yet, Brother Tian Sha? Have you found it?"

His tone held a whisper of curiosity, mingled with a subtle layer of caution.

After all, the Origin Power is an object of every cultivator’s lifelong yearning; it not only drastically enhances one's strength but is also the crucial key to ascending to higher realms.

If the other party had already secured it, then...

Upon hearing this, a peculiar glint flickered in Tian Sha’s eyes, and he nodded with a meaningfully teasing expression. "By sheer fortune, I did indeed find the Origin Power."

The moment these words were spoken, Lin Dong and War God Hei Long’s expressions shifted subtly, their minds racing to decipher Tian Sha’s true intentions.

He found the Origin Power?

Is the Origin Power currently in his possession?

And he’s openly telling us this?

Isn’t he concerned about the trouble this might bring?

"Oh? You found it? Then my congratulations to you, Brother Tian Sha." Lin Dong commented calmly, completely unable to fathom Tian Sha’s thoughts at that precise moment.

"Haha... War God Lin, I did locate the Origin Power, but I haven't taken it. I was actually waiting for you..."

Tian Sha chuckled, casting a half-smile at Lin Dong.

Lin Dong's expression altered slightly in response.

Tian Sha continued, elaborating, "When we first entered the Five Elements Land, I mentioned to War God Lin my desire to cooperate in the search for the Origin Power. To obtain it together."

"How could I possibly leave you behind and claim the Origin Power all for myself?"

Lin Dong subtly tightened his lips, the smile on his face unwavering. He decided to drop all pretense, pointing directly and stating with unvarnished honesty:

"I believe, Brother Tian Sha, you should skip the pleasantries and get straight to your point."

"I certainly don't believe you know the location of the Origin Power and are simply waiting for me to acquire it."

"You must have an objective, correct?"

"Since War God Lin is being so direct, I shall dispense with subtlety as well. I will state my purpose plainly... I do know the whereabouts of the Origin Power, but I am unable to enter it relying on my own strength alone."

Tian Sha declared with a deep voice. "And to gain entry, I require War God Lin's assistance."