As a father, I just want to quietly watch you live a long life Chapter 1558: 414: Martial Dao Will Ascends a Ten-Thousand-Foot Mountain, Pure Martial 100% Forges the Martial Immortal Golden Body [Monthly Ticket Requested]_3...
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“Is it possible that the Underworld also possesses a Divine Tribulation Cultivator?”
Gu Qianchi inquired, his voice heavy with concern.
To reduce someone like Zhao Beidou to such a pathetic state, it would surely require the combined effort of at least two Divine Tribulation Cultivators, wouldn't it?
Zhao Beidou shifted his gaze toward Gu Qianchi and gave a slow shake of his head before providing a summarized account of the events in Mo City.
“It appeared to be a Small Cave Heaven inherited from a Divine Tribulation expert of the Underworld. However… no such expert was actually present inside. The Underworld Yama simply exploited the inherent power of that Small Cave Heaven. He used every desperate tactic available, even going as far as triggering the self-destruction of the Small Cave Heaven in an attempt to take my life with him. The Underworld Yama’s wounds are undoubtedly more fatal than my own; he is likely on the verge of death, and that Underworld Small Cave Heaven has been utterly obliterated…”
Naturally, Zhao Beidou framed the narrative to preserve his own dignity. When he finished speaking, a heavy silence fell over the gathered crowd.
The experts representing the Imperial Court were visibly shaken, their faces masks of disbelief.
Could the Underworld truly be capable of such a desperate and powerful counterattack?
A strange light flickered in Gu Qianchi’s eyes as he listened.
Meanwhile, Huang Mei and Xie Yunshen stole a quick, knowing look at one another. As Soul Capturers bound to Li Che, they were well aware of how much fabrication was in Zhao Beidou’s report.
What did he mean by claiming the Underworld Yama was more severely wounded?
In a short while, the Yama’s injuries would likely be fully mended.
As Soul Capturers, they possessed a spiritual connection to their Lord’s condition. Their very survival was linked to his; if Li Che were truly dying, they would have felt the collapse of their own life force first.
“Old friend… my wounds are quite grave. I may need to depart for the Dragon Tiger Divine Sect’s Dragon and Tiger Cave Heaven ahead of schedule to begin my recovery.”
Zhao Beidou addressed Xie Yunshen, whose complexion remained as white as parchment.
Much like the Qiankun Small Cave Heaven of the Qianyuan Divine Sect, which serves as a sanctuary against tribulations, these Small Cave Heavens are anchored to specific Sect territories.
Outside of these designated regions, it is impossible to tear through the void to enter them.
While legendary Divine Tribulation Cultivators are capable of carrying a Small Cave Heaven with them, Zhao Beidou—currently at the One Disaster One Tribulation Realm—lacked such power.
Only a Divine Tribulation Cultivator who had reached the Three Calamities Realm could move a Small Cave Heaven at will!
Xie Yunshen appeared momentarily stunned by the request.
Just as Zhao Beidou was preparing to take his leave, Li Che’s chilling voice resonated clearly in Xie Yunshen’s mind.
“Play along with him.”
“Do not let him escape.”
Xie Yunshen grasped the command instantly, his expression shifting to one of profound, seemingly genuine concern.
“Grandmaster Zhao, could you not stay for just a few more days? Has the Underworld not already been dealt a crippling blow? Our assault on the Qianyuan is imminent—it is only a matter of time now!”
“Without the Underworld’s interference, the Qianyuan Divine Sect’s defenses are crumbling and their strength is fading… Furthermore, the Old Dragon God of the Dragon God bloodline is nearing our position. His Majesty has personally authorized the Old Dragon God’s entry into this realm. With his aid, the Qianyuan Divine Sect… will surely fall!”
Xie Yunshen’s entire body trembled, appearing swept up in a wave of frantic excitement at the prospect of Zhao Beidou’s departure.
“The Imperial Court’s campaign cannot succeed without the presence of Grandmaster Zhao!”
Seeing this reaction, a look of satisfaction crossed Zhao Beidou’s face.
The humiliation of having his battered state witnessed by his peers began to fade, replaced by a sense of pride.
In Xie Yunshen’s desperate eyes, he saw the validation of his own status and importance.
Zhao Beidou realized that if he left, the Imperial Court would only have two Divine Tribulation Cultivators at their disposal, even with the Old Dragon God’s arrival.
But if he stayed, their side would boast three such powerhouses…
The gap between having two and three Divine Tribulation Cultivators was monumental!
The level of intimidation and raw pressure they could exert on the Qianyuan Divine Sect would be on a completely different scale!
Xie Yunshen coughed as he moved, blood staining his lips, yet his fervor only seemed to grow.
Zhao Beidou quickly spoke to soothe him: “State Preceptor, do not distress yourself. I shall stay. These are merely flesh wounds; I can recover here just as easily.”
In truth, given the severity of his condition, a full recovery might take three or four years.
He was truly in a bad state…
His Disaster Wheel had been shattered. Had he not managed to destabilize that collapsing Small Cave Heaven from the start, he might have actually died there.
Still, the price paid by the Underworld was surely just as high.
“State Preceptor, I must clarify one thing. Though I stay, my injuries mean I can primarily serve as a figure of deterrence. If I am forced into true combat, it will only aggravate my condition, so I cannot take action easily again,” Zhao Beidou warned.
Xie Yunshen offered a grateful, weary smile. “I thank you, Grandmaster Zhao, for showing me such respect. Had you departed… I would have had no way to face His Majesty. To have gathered such a force and failed to topple a single Divine Sect… I would be utterly disgraced.”
“Now that Grandmaster Zhao has agreed to remain and support me, I shall remember this great kindness forever!”
“When His Majesty holds the next conferring ceremony, I will certainly advocate for you, ensuring the disciples of the Dragon Tiger Divine Sect receive the finest opportunities.”
Zhao Beidou’s eyes brightened at those words.
Meanwhile, Gu Qianchi’s expression soured with envy.
What was this?
He had just moved to stop the Underworld’s devastating mechanisms and had even risked a feud with the Hunting God Pavilion by intercepting their God Hunter Killer…
And yet, Xie Yunshen acted as if his contributions were invisible?
This Zhao Beidou… who knew what he was actually doing in that Small Cave Heaven!
He simply agrees to stay, and Xie Yunshen treats him like a savior?