Urban Super Medical Sage Chapter 2054 - 2150: Terrifying Advancement (Double Update)

An accelerated pace marked Su Chen's movements several days later, practically making him seem airborne.

To possess such swift footwork amidst the tempestuous currents of the Mother River's mid-section was an indicator of truly formidable power! If Di Jie were to witness this, his Dantian would likely rupture from sheer shock.

Within the Mother River's middle reaches, even he, Di Jie, could only endure for mere moments, and that was with the significant expenditure of rare treasures.

On numerous occasions, Di Jie had desperately wished for a method to prolong his stay in that treacherous zone to acquire more crystals, yet it remained an unattainable fantasy.

Compared to Su Chen's current prowess, Di Jie’s struggles were insignificant.

Su Chen wasn’t just swift; his physical defenses had ascended to a level capable of withstanding the Mother River's mid-section storm, leaving him without even superficial injuries.

He traversed area after area with incredible speed, gathering thousands of Mother River Crystals with every few breaths. These collected crystals were then assimilated, augmenting his strength at an explosive, rocket-like rate. The sheer speed of his progress was, frankly, terrifying.

After a span of several days, the entirety of the Mother River's mid-section was utterly depleted of its Crystals.

Over this period, Su Chen had absorbed a staggering thirty-four million nine hundred thousand Mother River Crystals. To put this into perspective, if this quantity were distributed among members of the Imperial Family, it could have elevated over a hundred top-tier experts, all exceeding the fifth level of the Human Lord Realm, in a remarkably short timeframe.

Yet, Su Chen alone consumed thirty-four million five hundred thousand of them.

"With all techniques fully unleashed, my raw physical strength now reaches a trillion Dragon's Force!"

This represented his most substantial gain. A trillion Dragon's Force, applied directly, was sufficient to obliterate a Martial Cultivator at the Ninth Level of the Human Lord Realm without the need for any martial techniques, swordsmanship, intent, or weaponry. Such raw power was overwhelming.

"Furthermore, my Mysterious Qi Realm has surged to the first level of the Human Lord Realm – an astonishing leap!"

"And my Divine Mansion, while not advancing further in its core cultivation, has undergone significant expansion." The growth of the Divine Mansion conferred numerous subtle yet crucial advantages: a more rapid circulation of the generated chaotic currents, enhanced purity within these currents, accelerated conversion rates of the Three Powers, and deeper internal refinement by the Divine Mansion itself. In essence, any expansion of the Divine Mansion translated directly into a profound amplification of Su Chen's overall might.

"Jiuyou, what is your assessment of my current strength level?" Su Chen inquired, a hint of curiosity coloring his voice.

"Below the Divine Lord realm, whether Half-Step Divine Master or any other, you can effortlessly overwhelm them," Jiuyou responded.

"And against a true Divine Lord?"

"That is difficult to ascertain. Transcending major realms presents a fundamental challenge. Against a true Divine Lord at the first level, you possess a fifty-fifty chance. Facing a true Divine Lord at the second level, merely surviving would be considered a commendable outcome."

"Is that so?" Su Chen expressed a degree of surprise. He had harbored expectations that his power had indeed reached the third or even fourth level of the Divine Lord Realm. It appeared his estimations were somewhat inflated.

"Listen closely, young Su. From this point forward, you must adjust the manner in which you quantify power. Dragon's Force is becoming rather insignificant now. You have, in essence, crossed into the Divine Lord level, akin to the standards of the Grand Cosmos World, where the prevailing unit of measurement is Chaotic Power. Ten trillion Dragon's Force is equivalent to one Chaotic Power."

Su Chen's lips twitched involuntarily. To think that his most cherished display of strength was merely a thousand Chaotic Powers?

As if sensing Su Chen's momentary speechlessness, Jiuyou let out a soft chuckle. "A thousand Chaotic Powers is a considerable amount. Among the younger generation within the Grand Cosmos World, achieving less than a thousand Chaotic Powers typically signifies being at the very bottom tier."

"However, my thousand Chaotic Powers were attained through the Three Powers Transformation, augmented by the borrowed might of the Heavens Stars Great Array, the Ancient Soul Ancestral Vein, the Power of the Tide, and the Old Dragon's influence, among other means."

"Young Su, do you truly believe that others' power is entirely self-generated?" Jiuyou countered with a sneer. "Which formidable being or prodigious talent does not employ a variety of external resources and methods?"

"Very well," Su Chen conceded, rubbing his nose.

At that precise moment, the Iceflame Vermilion Bird's voice resonated telepathically: "Boy, are you prepared? If so, you must enter the Maternal River Rear Section alone."

"You are not accompanying me?" Su Chen asked, his voice tinged with confusion.

"This deity will not enter," the Iceflame Vermilion Bird stated.

"And why not?"

The Iceflame Vermilion Bird initially fell silent, then after a few breaths, responded with a tone of mingled awkwardness and indignation: "Why do you persist with so many questions?"

Its inability to enter stemmed from insufficient Physical Strength. Although Su Chen's current Physical Strength was incredibly formidable, it still fell short of the Iceflame Vermilion Bird's. However, Su Chen possessed an unparalleled trait of enduring recovery, surpassing even immortality. The Iceflame Vermilion Bird's defensive capabilities were superior, but Su Chen's recovery speed meant that entering the Maternal River Rear Section held a higher chance of survival for him. His Physical Strength would continue to grow, while the Iceflame Vermilion Bird risked perishing.

Even so, the Iceflame Vermilion Bird lacked the confidence to navigate the Maternal River Rear Section itself. Yet, it was certain it could open the Boundary Gate connecting the Maternal River Rear Section and the middle section for Su Chen.

"Boy, heed this well: the deepest part of the Maternal River Rear Section conceals the Heart of the Mother River, a Supreme Treasure you must acquire. Furthermore, upon entering the Maternal River Rear Section, immediately lie down and consume the Life-and-Death Reversing Pill. Only once it is fully absorbed should you attempt to rise and move. When you can walk, your first task is to gather and absorb all the Crystals of the Mother River within the Maternal River Rear Section to enhance your strength. Finally, seek out the Heart of the Mother River. Remember, the moment you obtain the Heart of the Mother River, the remaining middle and rear sections of the Mother River will detonate. Brace yourself mentally and do not perish in the ensuing explosion."

The Iceflame Vermilion Bird imparted its instructions slowly.

Su Chen nodded gravely, "Thank you."

"From here on, it rests solely on you, boy. Do not die. As for this god, I shall exit the Mother River first to locate Fei Jin. If all goes as expected, there is still over half a month until Fei Jin's wedding to the Young Master of the Hu Family. You must monitor the time yourself; if you let it slip by, boy, you will regret it for eternity, even if you attain supreme strength."

Su Chen's expression turned serious. "I understand."

"However, boy, you need not fret excessively. You possess a fragment of this god's Life Soul, allowing for constant communication. I shall keep you informed of all matters concerning Fei Jin and ensure you do not miss the crucial time."

"Thank you," Su Chen expressed his gratitude again.

"Enough of these pleasantries. Prepare yourself and enter the rear section." The Iceflame Vermilion Bird positioned itself before the Boundary Gate.

Su Chen likewise appeared before the Boundary Gate.

Then.

To Su Chen's astonishment, the Iceflame Vermilion Bird's tail unfurled like a peacock's display, adorned with myriad colors and radiating halos. These luminous emanations were so potent that even the tempestuous currents of the Mother River's middle section recoiled, daring not to approach.

Following this, the Iceflame Vermilion Bird let out a thunderous roar: "Converge before me!!!"