Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain Chapter 2850 - 2849: You Are Not Tian Sha!

Lin Dong's intense confrontation with the Tree Demon escalated, and he appeared to be struggling, his back deliberately exposed to Tian Sha.

Yet, a peculiar glint flickered in Lin Dong's eyes.

At this precise moment, Tian Sha moved like a phantom in the darkness, closing in silently until they were barely a meter apart, close enough to feel each other's breath.

"Lin Dong, I've come to your aid. If we combine our strengths, we can undoubtedly vanquish this Water Origin entity masquerading as a Tree Demon..."

Tian Sha's face contorted into a duplicitous smile, feigning a genuine desire to assist Lin Dong at this crucial juncture.

However, as he drew near, a chilling sensation materialized—a harbinger of water element spiritual power, condensed to its absolute limit.

Tian Sha's gaze instantly hardened into cold ruthlessness. A sword light, sculpted entirely from flowing water, shimmered under the moonlight. It was poised like a venomous viper, silently striking towards Lin Dong's exposed back.

This assault, imbued with Tian Sha's full killing intent and cunning, was intended to land a fatal blow during Lin Dong's most vulnerable state, ensuring his demise.

But just as he savored the imminent victory, an unforeseen turn of events unfolded.

At the critical instant when the water-forged sword was about to pierce Lin Dong's back, his body suddenly erupted in a dazzling radiance.

A golden luminescence enveloped him entirely, akin to the nascent rays of dawn.

Within this ethereal light, patterns resembling dragon scales became faintly discernible, each emitting a chilling sheen. His Dragon Blood Holy Body had been activated at this pivotal moment.

He swiftly unleashed the secret technique of the Dragon Blood Holy Body: Reverse Scale Transformation.

Under the effects of the Reverse Scale Transformation, Lin Dong's defensive capabilities soared to an incredible degree. Even Tian Sha's attack, charged with his entire spiritual power, was completely repelled upon contact with the golden dragon scales, repelling it as if it struck an insurmountable barrier.

The water-flow sword disintegrated upon touching the dragon scales, scattering into droplets that fell silently to the ground.

Tian Sha's countenance turned ashen, his eyes wide with shock and disbelief.

He had never fathomed that Lin Dong could unleash such a formidable defensive technique at such a critical juncture, shattering his meticulously laid ambush like a fragile bubble.

"You... How did you anticipate me?"

Tian Sha's voice trembled with profound unwillingness. He struggled to comprehend why Lin Dong would be wary of him, his supposed 'ally'.

It was as if Lin Dong had foreseen his treacherous strike.

What was truly transpuerring?

A sardonic smile played on Lin Dong's lips, his gaze, sharp as a hawk's, fixed upon the figure of 'Tian Sha'. He sneered:

"Cease your charade. You are not Tian Sha! Your disguise is nothing more than a crude act before my eyes."

"Hmm?" Upon hearing these words, 'Tian Sha's' face grew even paler.

It attempted a hurried defense: "Brother Lin, what nonsense are you spouting? If I am not Tian Sha, then who am I?"

Lin Dong's lips curved into a cold, mocking smile. His tone dripped with derision:

"Heh, who are you indeed? Should I address you as Water Origin, or perhaps Shadow Emperor? Yet, I am inclined towards Shadow Emperor, for even the genuine Shadow Emperor possesses but half your acting prowess."

The utterance of 'Water Origin' caused 'Tian Sha's' expression to contort dramatically, as if struck by a bolt of lightning. Its entire being trembled.

It still attempted to maintain its facade, trying to deflect with words, hastily stammering: "What are you saying? I am your companion, Tian Sha. How could I possibly be Water Origin?"

However, Lin Dong denied it any further opportunity to evade. His gaze was filled with unwavering certainty: "Still playing games? Heh... that ambush strike you attempted just now was infused with exceptionally potent Water Origin power."

"If you are not Water Origin, how could you wield such power? Do not forget, the element Tian Sha is least proficient in is water-based attacks."

Confronted by Lin Dong's relentless interrogation, 'Tian Sha' finally abandoned all pretense, ceasing its attempts to conceal its true nature.

While it maintained 'Tian Sha's' physical form, its eyes were devoid of human emotion, replaced instead by an icy, ravenous stare.

It addressed Lin Dong, its voice now deep and guttural, as if echoing from a chasm: "Mortal, I truly underestimated you. But even if you have discerned my identity, what can you possibly do? You shall perish today, becoming my sustenance."

As it spoke, 'Tian Sha's' voice deepened harrowing, resonating with an irresistible force.

Lin Dong observed the 'Tian Sha' that had finally confessed its identity, a faint, amused smile gracing his lips. He spoke slowly:

"It appears I underestimated you as well. I had been searching for your traces throughout this forest, never once suspecting you could assume such a convincing likeness of Tian Sha."

"Furthermore, if my suspicions are correct, you possess the ability to glimpse into the memories of outsiders like us, including some of mine and Tian Sha’s."

Water Origin, still maintaining the guise of "Tian Sha," had eyes that starkly betrayed its true nature—a cold, avaricious glint.

It licked its lips, a sinister grin stretching across its face, as if relishing the impending satisfaction of its prey within reach:

"You are correct; the power of our Origin Force is beyond the comprehension of you minuscule bipedal creatures."

"You perpetually perceive yourselves as superior, viewing us as mere sustenance. Yet, you remain oblivious to the fact that you are the ultimate nourishment. I have already consumed quite a few humans like yourself, and you shall soon join them."

As it spoke, Water Origin’s voice deepened, growing hoarse, like a resonant call from the abyss, possessing an irresistible power.

It continued, "However, before I assimilate you, I find myself rather intrigued. How did you manage to discern my identity so early on? I believed my disguise and performance were impeccable, without a single flaw..."

Lin Dong observed the questions swirling in Water Origin’s eyes, a sense of clarity dawning within his own mind.

He stated slowly, "In truth, your portrayal was exceptional, nearly convincing me that you were the genuine Tian Sha."

"Yet, certain subtleties raised my suspicions."

"Firstly, Tian Sha would not consistently extol the might of Origin power; he would merely regard it as a form of sustenance, akin to Heavenly and Earthly treasures. But you were different, continuously praising the potency of that Origin power, particularly the might of Water Origin. This discrepancy aroused my doubts about you."

"Moreover, Tian Sha is aware of my capabilities. It is highly improbable he would be unaware that I could not contend with a three-star Demon Emperor Tree Demon. Yet, you offered your assistance? Heh, this action virtually confirmed you were not Tian Sha."

"As for definitively identifying you as Water Origin, that occurred when you launched your ambush."

"The sword you employed appeared unremarkable, yet the Water Origin power contained within was unlike anything I have ever sensed from Tian Sha. Only Water Origin could wield such a force."

"Naturally, throughout this entire encounter, the most crucial element was your profound understanding of me, exceeding that of an ordinary companion. You accurately perceived my mindset and exploited my vulnerabilities in your attack. These aspects further fueled my suspicion of you."

With these words, Lin Dong’s gaze grew resolute and piercing, projecting an readiness for a life-or-death confrontation with Water Origin.

Water Origin displayed an expression of dawning comprehension, murmuring, "It appears I am ultimately incapable of truly replicating you bipedal beings, making the false appear real, an endeavor too arduous."

"You humans, you bipeds, possess myriad qualities that we other species lack. Those qualities cannot be duplicated... but it matters not; soon, you shall become my nourishment."

"It has been an extensive period since I last had the pleasure of devouring a human."

At this declaration, a ghastly green luminescence flickered within its eyes...