Urban Super Medical Sage Chapter 2081 - 2179: Chance Encounter (3 Updates)

"The fifth, and arguably the most, most, most astonishing matter..."

As the fifth point was brought up, Jia Tiansheng's face lit up with a blend of pride and reverence towards Ke Wuxin.

His voice deepened with solemnity: "Within these recent days, a True Disciple from the Blood Cang Realm, a Sixth-Rank Power within the Grand Cosmos World, is personally descending to our Grand Cosmos World to evaluate Ke Wuxin. Should this assessment prove successful, Ke Wuxin will be directly brought to the Grand Cosmos World's Blood Cang Realm. Do you grasp the significance of this? If all goes well, Ke Wuxin will achieve the distinction of being the youngest Martial Cultivator in the Primordial Continent's history to ascend to the Grand Cosmos World. He'll also be the sole genius ever selected by a Sixth-Rank Power from the Grand Cosmos World itself. Previously, selections were at best from Eighth-Rank Powers. Furthermore, if he succeeds, Ke Wuxin will be the only individual in the Primordial Continent's history to be personally collected from our world by someone from the Grand Cosmos World. In the past, all who ascended did so by their own volition through the Ascension Formation Gate."

Su Chen listened intently, genuinely impressed by Ke Wuxin's extraordinary destiny.

This has all the hallmarks of a Son of the Plane!

Considering the Imperial Academy has stood for billions of years, Ke Wuxin, who only joined less than five centuries ago, appears to be a mere prodigy among prodigies.

"What is Ke Wuxin's current cultivation level?" Su Chen inquired again, after absorbing Jia Tiansheng's detailed introduction.

"Third Level of the Divine Lord Realm," Jia Tiansheng replied, swallowing before speaking each word slowly.

Su Chen gave a subtle nod of acknowledgment.

"Young Master, the Third Level of the Divine Lord Realm itself isn't the terrifying aspect. What truly instills fear is the rumor that Ke Wuxin possesses combat power one minor realm above his own, effectively matching that of the Fourth Level of the Divine Lord Realm," Jia Tiansheng's voice gained volume, tinged with barely contained excitement.

"Do you comprehend the magnitude of this?! That's within the Divine Lord Realm! The ability to fight beyond one's realm in the Divine Lord Realm is exceedingly rare, even within the genuine Grand Cosmos World!"

"And consider his age – merely tens of thousands of years. To reach the Third Level of the Divine Lord Realm at such a young age is almost unbearable for others to comprehend!"

"Furthermore, reflect on this: just a few hundred years ago, when Ke Wuxin first entered the Imperial Academy, he hadn't even reached the Realm of Returning to Truth. Yet, in these few centuries, which have passed in the mere blink of an eye, Ke Wuxin has ascended through dozens of minor realms! To call him the Son of the Azure Heaven would be no exaggeration!"

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Su Chen remained impassive, allowing Jia Tiansheng to continue his effusive praise of Ke Wuxin, much like an adoring fan.

"Do you happen to know the cultivation level of the Head of the Imperial Academy?" Su Chen suddenly shifted the topic. Ke Wuxin, in Su Chen's estimation, posed no significant threat; dispatching him would be simpler than his earlier encounter with Yu Zhang. Ke Wuxin's strength was, at most, comparable to Yu Wu's, or perhaps slightly superior, hardly warranting serious concern.

What truly piqued Su Chen's interest were the power levels of the ancient, formidable figures residing within the Imperial Academy.

"Seventh Level Peak of the Divine Lord Realm!" Jia Tiansheng responded without hesitation.

Su Chen's expression flickered slightly.

Stronger than he had anticipated. Truly living up to their reputation as ancient beings who have existed for eons, the Seventh Level Peak of the Divine Lord Realm was indeed a formidable height.

Su Chen silently calculated his chances against the Head of the Imperial Academy at this very moment. It appeared to be a challenging prospect.

The Seventh Level Peak of the Divine Lord Realm represented the upper limit of his current combat capabilities.

"If my intention is to eliminate Ke Wuxin, the Head of the Imperial Academy will undoubtedly intervene. It seems confronting the Head of the Imperial Academy directly is not a viable option at present!" Su Chen's brow furrowed in thought.

Taking a steadying breath, Su Chen continued his line of questioning, "Are there any other individuals within the Imperial Academy who surpass the Head of the Imperial Academy in strength?"

"No," Jia Tiansheng's definitive answer allowed Su Chen to exhale in relief. He had harbored concerns about the presence of exceptionally terrifying ancient cultivators within the Imperial Academy, perhaps akin to those of the Supreme Elder level.

"The Head of the Academy stands as the most powerful. Following him are several Deputy Heads, whose cultivation typically hovers around the Fifth Level of the Divine Lord Realm. Below them are the elders, generally situated at the Second or Third Level of the Divine Lord Realm."

Su Chen nodded, absorbing this information.

Subsequently, Su Chen fell into silent contemplation, strategizing his next steps.

It became apparent that his current strength was insufficient to utterly dominate and subjugate the entire Imperial Academy!

Defeating the entirety of the Imperial Academy was an impossible feat, and consequently, eliminating Ke Wuxin presented an equally insurmountable challenge, given Ke Wuxin's exceptionally elevated standing within the academy.

After extensive contemplation, the sole viable recourse Su Chen could devise was to further augment his personal might.

But how could this enhancement be achieved?

Perceiving Su Chen's deep in thought state, Jia Tiansheng ventured tentatively, "Young Master, have you come for recreation? You might consider visiting Xuanbaofang. It stands as the most expansive auction house in Ascension Thousand City and is indeed its most vibrant hub."

"An auction house?" Su Chen's expression shifted, followed by a smile.

The auction houses in Ascension Thousand City must surely hold considerable prestige, correct? They would likely feature a substantial array of high-tier treasures, wouldn't they?

Should he manage to discover some fitting treasures within Xuanbaofang, a possibility might emerge to rapidly elevate his cultivation level.

"You are quite astute," Su Chen declared, his mood improving, and he cast an approving gaze upon Jia Tiansheng: "Guide the way."

"Yes, yes, as long as it pleases you, Young Master." Jia Tiansheng's own smile widened as he exhaled in relief.

Before long,

Xuanbaofang, they had arrived!

Viewed from the exterior, Xuanbaofang's architectural style was understated, presenting a facade akin to a European-style attic from Earth's history. Nevertheless, the building materials were composed of premium white jade bricks, a demonstration of considerable affluence.

Seemingly sensing Su Chen's subtle hint of disappointment, Jia Tiansheng explained in a hushed tone, "Young Master, this is your inaugural visit to Xuanbaofang. You may not be aware, but while its appearance is modest, the treasures bartered within are anything but ordinary. The proprietor of Xuanbaofang is rumored to be one of the Assistant Heads of the Imperial Academy. Consequently, Xuanbaofang frequently manages to acquire certain top-tier treasures, ensuring that each auction offers its own unique surprises."

Continuing, Jia Tiansheng lowered his voice further, "Furthermore, it is recently rumored that the involvement of Young Master Ke from Xuanbaofang has propelled its influence to such heights that other auction houses in Ascension Thousand City are teetering on the brink of collapse."

"Hmm?" Just as Jia Tiansheng was elaborating on Xuanbaofang... Su Chen's head snapped up, his gaze directed towards two individuals whom he observed from a distance, nearing the entrance of Xuanbaofang – a youthful woman accompanied by a middle-aged woman.

The young woman possessed an unremarkable visage and hailed from an era over ten millennia past.

The middle-aged woman's appearance was even more commonplace.

Regarding their cultivated strength, the younger woman was a Fifth Level Peak Human Lord, while the elder woman had attained the Ninth Level of the Human Lord Realm.

On the surface, they appeared unremarkable.

Yet, Su Chen continued to fix his gaze upon them intently, his eyes alight with unexpected surprise.

While others might fail to discern it, Su Chen perceived the truth.

The young woman was, without a doubt, donning a mask to conceal her true features, and moreover, she was, in fact, a Fifth Level Peak Divine Lord!!!