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Chapter 141: Startled Retreat, Entering the City, The Ma Family's Wild Joy
Wei Shanhai was equally stunned by this scene.
The old doctor's method of freezing the sword qi just now bore a striking resemblance to the legendary Innate Domain.
However, only the most formidable masters who have reached the pinnacle of the Innate Realm are believed to be capable of comprehending the profound state of the Innate Domain.
Moreover, the power displayed by the old doctor seemed somewhat inferior to the true Innate Domain.
According to rumors, a genuine Innate Domain, once unleashed, grants near-absolute control over everything within its bounds.
If that were the case, eradicating Wang Cangyi's sword qi would be but a mere thought away.
There would be no need to freeze it first and then gradually erode it as the old doctor had done.
Nonetheless, the old doctor's feat was still beyond what an initial stage of the Innate Realm should possess.
Thus, both the two Innate Realm cultivators and the young man in plain clothes on the city wall were utterly astonished.
As for the other warriors, they had been left utterly dumbfounded.
They had never witnessed such a divine display, and it far exceeded their understanding of martial arts.
"My master's innate talent for martial arts is indeed astonishing," Lu Qing remarked inwardly as he saw his master effortlessly dissolve Wang Cangyi's killer move with a single move.
Among all the warriors present, perhaps only Lu Qing was not overly surprised by this turn of events.
Endowed with his unique abilities, he had long been aware that his master had comprehended a trace of the Innate Domain.
After all, the cultivation technique his master practiced was left behind by Li Weitian, who had achieved perfection in the Innate Realm.
A technique valued by such an extraordinary master was bound to be extraordinary.
However, as Lu Qing had not yet reached the Innate Realm himself, he couldn't be sure if a mere trace of the domain's essence could counter Wang Cangyi, who had been immersed in the Innate Realm for many years.
Now it was evident that even a hint of the domain's power was beyond the capabilities of an ordinary initial stage Innate Realm cultivator.
"Do you still wish to continue fighting?"
After breaking Wang Cangyi's Innate Sword Qi, the old doctor secretly breathed a sigh of relief and felt somewhat reassured.
"Who exactly are you, old man?" Wang Cangyi asked, his eyes fixed on the old doctor, and a sense of fear arose in his heart, causing him to address him with newfound respect.
To have comprehended the realm of Innate Domain at the initial stage of the Innate Realm meant that he was no ordinary cultivator.
Only the most elite powers could boast of such monstrous talents.
Realizing that he might have offended such a formidable force, Wang Cangyi's heart trembled.
Although Tiancang Zong possessed considerable strength, it paled in comparison to those truly eminent powers that stood at the apex of the world.
Compared to those ancient lineages with their profound heritage and long histories, Tiancang Zong still had a long way to go.
"It doesn't matter who this old man is. I came here merely hoping that you would show mercy and refrain from wanton slaughter." The old doctor replied.
Wang Cangyi's expression turned uncertain.
He had expended great effort to push the Wei family to the brink of destruction, even losing three of his personal disciples in the process. Now, to ask him to give up was unacceptable to him.
However, facing the calm and collected old doctor and the watchful Wei Shanhai, Wang Cangyi knew that he had no choice but to accept this reality, no matter how unwilling he was.
At this moment, he no longer had the strength to annihilate the Wei family.
If he continued fighting, he might even end up losing his own life.
Regret filled Wang Cangyi's heart.
When he had first come to Cang County, an elder from his sect had hinted at the possibility of cooperation.
Driven by his greed for the treasure and his belief that he could control the situation, he had ultimately rejected the elder's suggestion.
If he had agreed to collaborate, the Wei family would have fallen into his hands long ago, and he wouldn't be facing this dilemma now.
But it was too late for regrets.
"Very well, I'll give you face, old man. I'll let the Wei family off this time. Let's go, Xiong'er!" Wang Cangyi said, sheathing his longsword and turning to leave.
However, Wang Cangyi was no ordinary man. As a cultivator who had lived for over a hundred years and achieved the Innate Realm, he possessed the decisiveness to know when to cut his losses.
Since the situation was beyond his control, there was no point in persisting, and he might even end up offending some mysterious and formidable power.
Thus, he chose to give the old doctor some face.
After a deep glance at Wei Shanhai, Wang Cangyi departed with the burly man following silently behind. The remaining Tiancang Zong disciples hurriedly followed suit.
"Are they just going to let those villains get away?" Wei Zian asked, his voice filled with disbelief as he watched the retreating figures of the Tiancang Zong members, breaking the silence that had fallen.
"You fool, Wang Cangyi has no choice but to leave since he can't defeat that Innate Realm master," Wei Shanhai replied.
Chapter: "A Mystery Savior"
Wei Xinghe smiled and said, "Thank you for saving my Wei family from the brink of destruction. Our family will never forget your kindness."
At this moment, Wei Shanhai bowed deeply to the old doctor, expressing his sincere gratitude.
"Thank you for saving our lives!" Wei Xinghe, Wei Datongguan, and the Silver Moon Guards all solemnly thanked the old doctor.
"There's no need for that. I merely did what I felt was right," the old doctor waved his hand dismissively.
He wasn't overly surprised by their reaction.
Having practiced medicine for many years, he had received countless thanks, and was long used to such displays of gratitude.
"Master, Ancestor, there are many people here. Let's return to the mansion," Wei Furen reminded them.
She knew that the old doctor's primary purpose for coming was to treat the Ancestor's injuries, but this wasn't the right place to bring it up.
"Yes, I've been neglectful." Wei Shanhai realized his oversight and quickly added, "Please allow me to invite you to our mansion, where I can express my gratitude properly and return your kindness."
The old doctor and his companions naturally agreed, and the group began making their way into the city.
Near the city gate, several martial artists remained, all of them prominent figures from various factions within the city.
However, upon seeing the Wei family, they quickly made way, not daring to voice any objections.
With the departure of the Tiancang Zong members, the Wei family had once again become the most formidable force in the county, and no one dared to challenge them.
As they stepped aside, everyone's gaze fell upon the old doctor and Lu Qing, trying to commit their appearances to memory.
It was clear to all that the Wei family had escaped disaster thanks to the mysterious and powerful Innate Realm cultivator.
Out of curiosity, they wanted to know more about this enigmatic figure.
Unfortunately, the old doctor had kept his face hidden under a straw hat, making it impossible for them to see his features.
As a result, they turned their attention to Lu Qing, who had defeated a Martial Arts Master with internal strength at the peak of the Muscle and Bone Realm, which was equally astonishing.
However, as they continued to observe, something seemed amiss.
After the Wei family had entered the city, one martial artist nudged the person next to him.
"Clan Leader Ma, the incredibly strong young man standing next to that powerful elder earlier, didn't he look like your Ma Gu?"
"I... I'm not sure," replied the man with a slim build and a goatee, looking a bit dazed.
"I'm telling you, it's him. I've watched him grow up, and even though he hasn't returned to the city much in recent years, there's no way I could mistake him," asserted another martial artist familiar with the Ma family.
"Clan Leader Ma, congratulations! Ma Gu seems to be acquainted with that mysterious Innate Realm cultivator, and they even escorted the Wei family's Madam and young master back safely. Your Ma family is going to soar to new heights!" exclaimed an envious martial artist.
"Well, we can't be sure yet. I'll have to go back and confirm," Clan Leader Ma said, still a bit unsure.
After bidding farewell to his acquaintances from other clans, Clan Leader Ma hurried home, his mind in a daze.
Although he claimed uncertainty, how could he not recognize Ma Gu? Not long ago, he had personally sent him to escort a batch of the clan's resources to the provincial city.
Ma Gu was supposed to lay low in the provincial city to avoid trouble, but now he had unexpectedly accomplished such a remarkable feat.
Thinking of this, Clan Leader Ma couldn't help but feel excited.
He felt that the opportunity for their Ma family to rise in status might be at hand.
"Zhirui, do you know who that veiled Innate Realm cultivator is?" The County Master asked, his expression grave as he watched the Wei family's figures disappear into the city.
"I do," the young man in plain clothes nodded.
"Who is he?" The County Master inquired eagerly.
"You will find out who he is in the future, but I can tell you that you know this Innate Realm cultivator," the young man replied.
"I know him?" The County Master's eyes widened in surprise.
However, the young man in plain clothes had already turned his attention back to the old doctor's departing figure, his eyes still carrying a hint of awe.
"Innate Domain... I never expected an early Innate Realm cultivator to touch such a profound state. Is this the power of virtue?"
(End of Chapter)
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