Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain Chapter 2864 - 2863: Jiaolong Enters the Body!
Previously on Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain...
Waves of energy surged outwards, kicking up dust and causing the entire area to tremble violently.
Under this immense force, Vincent was pushed back ten steps. Each landing cracked the ground beneath him, yet his footing remained exceptionally steady, showing no signs of instability. His remarkable physical prowess was clearly what allowed him to maintain his stance.
In stark contrast, Lin Dong stood like an immovable mountain, rooted firmly in place, not even a strand of his clothing fluttering in the gale.
His eyes narrowed, and it seemed this exchange allowed him to grasp Vincent's strength more profoundly.
Witnessing this display from the side, the Golden Buddha Kuerzan was overcome with a shock that words could hardly describe.
He was well aware that despite being a Golden Buddha and possessing peak physical strength among his kind, he had been sent flying and forced to spit blood in his earlier clash with Lin Dong. The disparity was undeniable.
Now, seeing Vincent, who had transformed into a Blood Clan member, match Lin Dong in physical defense and only retreat ten steps, Kuerzan couldn't help but ponder:
"Has this Vincent's physical defense reached such a formidable level? I once proclaimed myself the best in defense below the Secondary Ancestor realm; it appears I can't even claim second place anymore."
Kuerzan's gaze flickered between the two combatants, his eyes reflecting a maelstrom of complex emotions.
Previously, in terms of raw physical strength, he had been decisively defeated by Lin Dong.
In his estimation, Lin Dong's physical might was unparalleled among all beings below the Secondary Ancestor stage!
And he himself held the second position!
Yet now, observing the fierce engagement between Vincent and Lin Dong, he realized he couldn't even retain his claim to the second-best physical defense.
This realization filled him with more than just frustration; it plunged him into utter despair.
"It seems my presence here is no longer necessary. Regardless of who emerges victorious, I am no match for either of them."
"The Water Origin... I can no longer contend for it."
Kuerzan let out a soft sigh, his voice thick with a blend of helplessness and self-deprecating amusement.
He understood perfectly well that whether Lin Dong or Vincent, who had become the "Blood Fool," had long surpassed his own capabilities.
This battle, from its inception, was destined to relegate him to the role of a mere spectator, not an active participant.
A flicker of defiance crossed Kuerzan's eyes, but it was quickly overshadowed by a profound sense of acceptance.
He recognized that the path of cultivation was perpetually fraught with unforeseen turns, and one could not force destiny.
Therefore, he made a crucial decision—a decision that would ensure his survival.
His choice was to withdraw from this perilous situation and depart.
Just as Kuerzan turned to leave, on the other side of the ancient ruins, the clash between Lin Dong and Vincent had already escalated into a furious duel.
Lin Dong moved with agile grace, each strike imbued with the overwhelming power of mountains and tsunamis. Vincent, or rather the "Blood Fool," fought like a ravenous beast, exuding a potent aura of bloodlust, his eyes blazing crimson, seemingly capable of devouring everything in sight.
"Indeed, you are slightly stronger than Blood Chen." Even amidst the intense combat, Lin Dong maintained his composure, his voice cutting through the whistling wind of his blows, clearly audible to the Blood Fool.
This statement was, without question, an admission of the Blood Fool's formidable strength.
A stir of astonishment grew within the Blood Fool. As a being at the peak of the Four-star Blood Emperor realm, he could practically dominate any opponent within the same cultivation tier.
Facing exceptional human martial artists, he could usually handle them with ease. The Blood Clan, in comparison to human cultivators, possessed far more significant inherent advantages.
From birth, their bloodline granted them vastly superior physical defense and strength against other races.
Furthermore, their regenerative capabilities were astonishingly potent. Even a newborn member of the Blood Clan possessed a physical resilience comparable to that of a seasoned human martial artist, akin to the tenacity of a sect master.
Yet, the current Lin Dong presented him with an unprecedented level of threat.
He discovered that within the same cultivation tier, he was significantly outmatched by Lin Dong.
At this moment, the Blood Fool was forced to push his physical body to its absolute limit just to trade blows with Lin Dong, and still, he found himself on the losing end.
This outcome was simply beyond his comprehension.
"You are truly a monster!" The Blood Fool's voice was laced with a mixture of awe and apprehension.
"If your strength reaches the peak of the Fourth Heaven stage for human martial artists, it's unimaginable how invincible you would be below the Secondary Ancestor realm!"
His words conveyed both admiration for Lin Dong's potential and a growing concern for the future of the Blood Clan.
Thus, he resolved that no matter the cost, Lin Dong had to be eliminated today; this burgeoning threat could not be allowed to continue growing.
"Once you reach the Fourth Heaven stage as a human martial artist, perhaps even a true Secondary Ancestor would not be your match!"
"No, even if you merely reach the Third Heaven stage, you could likely contend with a Secondary Ancestor..."
The more the battle progressed, the more startled the Blood Fool became, realizing that this young man was destined to become a formidable adversary for the Blood Clan in the years to come.
By now, the battle had reached an intense, feverish peak.
Blood Fool, a formidable powerhouse at the peak of the Four-star Blood Emperor realm, finally ceased holding back against Lin Dong's might. He resolved to unleash one of his most potent techniques: "Jiao Long Arm."
"Jiao Long Arm!" Blood Fool bellowed, his voice resonating with unbridled wildness and ferocity.
Before his eyes, the flood dragon beneath him suddenly flared with light and, transforming as if into a sacred totem, radiated immense majesty and power before flying directly into Blood Fool's being.
In an instant, one of Blood Fool's arms underwent a startling transformation. A vivid flood dragon coiled around it, its scales gleaming, its draconic eyes blazing, appearing poised to erupt and soar through the heavens at any moment.
Even Lin Dong's expression shifted to one of surprise at this remarkable change.
While he also possessed mastery over the Dragon Transformation Skill, he had never encountered such an extraordinary application – infusing a flood dragon into one's body, temporarily reshaping it into an arm for combat. This was undeniably Blood Fool's unique, ultimate skill.
"So this is how one utilizes a flood dragon?" Lin Dong mused, a flicker of admiration in his gaze.
This technique not only significantly augmented Blood Fool's strength but also unveiled a completely novel strategic approach to combat for Lin Dong.
He contemplated the astonishing power that might be unleashed if it were an actual dragon, transforming into an arm.
However, he soon dismissed the thought with a faint smile, acknowledging that dragons were, after all, legendary beings, and what he faced was merely a flood dragon.
Still, even the power of a mere flood dragon was awe-inspiring.
In his "Jiao Long Arm" state, Blood Fool launched a punch known as "Jiaolong Enters the Sea."
This strike seemed to encapsulate the might of the ocean, surging outwards and altering the very firmament.
A breathtaking spectacle unfolded before Lin Dong's eyes.
He perceived an immense flood dragon churning the seas, summoning clouds and rain, eclipsing the sun and moon. The overwhelming pressure and power emanating from it caused him to feel a tremor of apprehension.
He understood clearly that this punch was not something ordinary individuals could withstand.
Yet, when had Lin Dong ever been anything less than a formidable figure?
He drew a deep breath, his eyes blazing with an unyielding brilliance.
Facing Blood Fool's ultimate skill, he did not falter but prepared to meet the force with his own power.
"Very well, let me test the limits of my strongest physical defense."
With the integration of Earth Dao into his Dragon Blood Holy Body, Lin Dong pondered the ultimate capacity of his physical defenses.
With this thought, he remained resolute, throwing a punch of his own, rising to meet the challenge.
"Six Harmonies Dragon Fist!"