Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain Chapter 2919 - 2918

Observing Dracula's prolonged silence and flickering expression, Lin Dong inwardly scoffed.

Had Dracula harbored any treacherous intentions moments ago, Lin Dong wouldn't have hesitated to end his life.

Fortunately, no such thoughts crossed Dracula's mind, allowing Lin Dong to set aside the matter and refocus his attention on the Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile before him.

Of course, the fearsome beast now lay as a lifeless corpse.

Despite the lingering dread in the atmosphere, a peculiar spectacle was quietly unfolding.

From the colossal remains of the Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile, a resplendent light ascended. This luminescence was infused with the Power of the five elements, a dual-elemental essence.

Specifically, the Water and Fire elements!

This sphere of energy appeared sentient, revolving with graceful subtlety. With each rotation, the surrounding Spiritual Energy quivered, as if the very fabric of existence was acknowledging its presence.

Lin Dong remained a short distance away, his gaze fixed intently on this extraordinary five elements energy, a flicker of excitement and satisfaction igniting within him.

"Such a magnificent concentration of five elements energy is truly rare," Lin Dong whispered, his voice barely audible. "Its potency even surpasses that of a Medicine King..."

Without a moment's delay, Lin Dong swiftly channeled his True Yuan, forming intricate hand seals and reciting ancient refining incantations as he moved towards the energy.

As the spell intensified, a subtle radiance emanated from his form, harmonizing with the five elements energy.

Gradually, the energy seemed to perceive Lin Dong's earnest resolve, drawing closer to him before ultimately transforming into a beam of light and merging into the core of his Dantian.

The refining process proved exceptionally arduous, the five elements energy surging violently within Lin Dong's body, alternating between the searing heat of a blazing inferno and the biting cold of eternal ice, relentlessly testing the limits of his willpower and physical form.

Yet, Lin Dong's will was indomitable. Such agony was a mere trifle to him.

Fueled by an insatiable thirst for power and unwavering dedication, he painstakingly guided the energy, integrating it into his meridians and flesh, making it an intrinsic part of his being.

The passage of time became irrelevant, but when Lin Dong's will finally subjugated the last vestiges of resistance, the five elements energy fused completely with his body, coalescing into a warm, potent force that coursed through every meridian.

Lin Dong experienced a profound transformation, akin to a rebirth, his strength undergoing a radical qualitative leap in that very instant.

He slowly opened his eyes, revealing an unprecedented brilliance within their depths.

Lin Dong realized his cultivation level was on the precipice of a breakthrough, the previously insurmountable bottleneck appearing to dissolve, indicating an imminent ascent to the threshold of the Mid Heavenly Realm, Third Layer.

This unforeseen boon filled him with immense joy.

"If I absorb and refine just one more Demon Emperor of this caliber," Lin Dong mused silently, "I can truly achieve the Mid Stage of the Heavenly Realm's Third Layer."

However, he acknowledged that encountering another Demon Emperor of such formidable power would undoubtedly be a challenging endeavor.

Following Lin Dong's successful absorption of the five elements energy, Dracula stepped forward, clasping his hands in a gesture of respect. "Congratulations, Brother Lin! Absorbing the essence of this four-star peak Demon Emperor has undoubtedly elevated your might. You should now be capable of executing Sword Two at least twice, correct?"

His words conveyed both congratulations and a subtle, probing inquiry.

Lin Dong offered no direct response, instead gesturing dismissively. "Earlier, Brother Dracula seemed to believe I couldn't defeat this Demon Emperor alone and required your assistance."

"Haha..." Dracula chuckled, a hint of awkwardness in his tone. "Wasn't I immediately proven wrong? Indeed, I was short-sighted."

He openly admitted his misjudgment, laughing at his own folly.

Lin Dong merely offered a slight smile and moved on.

Subsequently, Lin Dong turned his attention to processing the remains of the Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile.

The immense creature lay inert upon the ground, its gargantuan form resembling a minor mountain range, and even in death, the ancient aura emanating from it commanded an undeniable reverence.

Lin Dong inhaled deeply, his eyes alight with profound satisfaction.

He was keenly aware that the Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile's corpse was a treasure trove, and he had no intention of letting such an opportunity slip away.

He began with the crocodile's head, meticulously cleaving open its robust skull.

As the cranium was gradually pried apart, a resplendent Beast Pill, emanating a dark luster, came into view.

This Beast Pill, perfectly spherical like polished jade, radiated a subtle chill, seemingly containing the boundless Power of the Netherworld.

Lin Dong rejoiced internally, understanding that while this Beast Pill could not be directly assimilated.

Its value and utility were immeasurable, particularly in the art of Alchemy, where it served as a crucial component for refining Water attribute Dan medicines.

With utmost care, he secured the Inner Elixir within his Storage Ring and proceeded with his task.

The scales of the Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile were exceptionally resilient, each one emitting a cold sheen that seemed capable of cleaving through space itself.

He retrieved a specialized dagger, meticulously slicing off the crocodile's scales one by one.

These scales were not only ideal for crafting armor boasting formidable defensive capabilities but also served as invaluable materials for forging magical treasures, holding immense worth.

After attending to the scales, Lin Dong shifted his focus to the crocodile’s flesh.

The crocodile's flesh remained incredibly dense, even in death, retaining its exceptional toughness.

Drawing a keen sword, he commenced to carve away at the substantial mass of the crocodile's flesh.

As the blade expertly moved, generous portions of succulent meat were separated. These cuts were not merely rich in sustenance but also possessed remarkable properties for boosting cultivation.

Lin Dong intended to process these meaty portions into potent Dan medicines, stockpiling them for future utilization.

He also utilized the Yangxin Sword to extract some of the crocodile’s sinew and bones.

This sinew and these bones, too, could be fashioned into formidable weapons. Particularly its bones, armaments forged from them would be highly coveted even by Heavenly Realm Martial Artists.

Following many hours of diligent work, Lin Dong finally concluded the processing of the Netherworld Devouring Sky Crocodile's remains.

All the valuable components harvested from the crocodile were carefully stowed within the Dragon Ring Space.

"Alright, let's press onward. I have pinpointed the location of the next Demon Emperor; let us continue our pursuit of these Demon Emperors," Lin Dong declared with a confident smile.

At this juncture, his accumulated tally of vanquished Demon Emperors had ascended to twenty-nine.

Drawing nearer to the leading presence of the white-robed Blood Monk, merely three more Demon Emperors stood between him and matching the monk's count.

In recent times, the white-robed Blood Monk had shown no further activity in hunting Demon Emperors.

It was evident that he had encountered no Demon Emperor of Lin Dong's caliber.

This presented an ideal window of opportunity for Lin Dong to potentially overtake him.

Lin Dong, at this moment, charted a course toward a different sector within this Black Mist Domain.

Ye Linglong and Dracula trailed behind him.

Ye Linglong, expectedly, raised no objections.

However, Dracula harbored certain reservations.

The reason was that should a Demon Emperor be discovered, Lin Dong would invariably be the one to undertake the hunt, leaving Dracula with no direct spoils.

Not only would his progress on the Five Elements Stele stagnate, but he would also forgo any additional 'treasures' gleaned from the Demon Emperors, effectively becoming a mere follower in Lin Dong’s wake.

"Brother Lin, perhaps we should make haste toward the Ancient General's Tomb?" Dracula proposed, his intention to dissuade Lin Dong from hunting an excessive number of Demon Emperors.

Should that occur, the disparity between them would only widen.

But Lin Dong was demonstrably disinclined to alter his immediate plans.

"Considering the difficulty in entering this Black Mist Domain and locating a Demon Emperor, allow me to hunt a few more Demon Emperors. My primary objective is to ascend to the apex of the Five Elements Stele rankings first," Lin Dong stated, largely disregarding Dracula's suggestion and continuing his pursuit of Demon Emperors.

At this stage in their journey, it was Dracula who found himself in need of Lin Dong's assistance, not the reverse.