Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain

Chapter 3289: Chapter 3288: Dragon Venerable

Lin Dong cupped his hands and bowed, his posture as straight as a pine tree, speaking in a steady and respectful tone: ”Thank you, Venerable. I have long admired the Hall of Fame, and to be here today is indeed a great honor.”

As he said this, Lin Dong also quietly observed the elder in front of him.

The elder was dressed in a simple long robe, devoid of extravagant decorations, yet he exuded an extraordinary and refined aura.

Though his demeanor was kindly, it carried a sense of inherent authority, and his brows seemed to hold endless wisdom and experience.

Lin Dong was secretly taken aback, for with his keen perception of strength, he discovered that this elder’s power was actually at the peak of the Secondary Ancestor level.

The potent and overwhelming aura, like a towering mountain, stood firmly, commanding awe and respect.

His power was not inferior to that of Yun Che and Fengtian.

In fact, he was even slightly more powerful than Yun Che and Fengtian.

Yun Che and Fengtian were both strong at the peak of the Secondary Ancestor level.

However, this elder before him was slightly superior to them, increasing Lin Dong’s awe for the Hall of Fame’s cultural foundation.

The elder seemed to notice Lin Dong’s gaze, and couldn’t help but smile slightly, the smile as gentle as a spring breeze, yet carrying a hint of profundity.

He slowly asked, ”You’re observing me; can you discern what my realm is?”

Lin Dong pondered for a moment, a peculiar gleam in his eyes, and replied truthfully: ”If I’m not mistaken, senior’s realm should be at the peak of the Secondary Ancestor level.”

Wow!

Upon hearing this, Ni Huang was immediately taken aback, her eyes widening as if she had witnessed something unbelievable.

She truly did not expect Lin Dong to actually discern Dragon Venerable’s strength.

It’s known that before this, Lin Dong didn’t even know Dragon Venerable, surely wouldn’t know his realm. There is only one possibility: Lin Dong detected it.

But, Lin Dong’s realm is far below Dragon Venerable’s.

How did he discern it? In the Martial Arts World, generally speaking, those with weaker realms cannot see through the strength of those stronger than themselves.

Especially when the realm discrepancy is greater.

An Earth Realm martial artist discerning a Heavenly Realm martial artist is clearly impossible.

Those below the Secondary Ancestor level discerning a Secondary Ancestor is clearly also impossible.

Yet now Lin Dong actually managed to do it!

Ni Huang’s heart was like the sea in turmoil, her gaze at Lin Dong was filled with confusion and shock.

She truly couldn’t comprehend what special ability this seemingly young martial artist of the Fourth Layer of the Heavenly Realm possessed.

It wasn’t just Ni Huang who was shocked; even Dragon Venerable was somewhat surprised.

His eyelids fluttered, a glint of astonishment flashed in his profound eyes, and then he chuckled, ”Not bad, not bad, Lin Dong, you are indeed remarkable.”

”For someone at the Fourth Layer of the Heavenly Realm like you to be able to discern this old master’s realm, it seems your eyes are quite extraordinary.”

Dragon Venerable’s gaze fell on Lin Dong’s eyes, as if trying to uncover the mysteries within.

Lin Dong was indeed using the power of his eyes to discern Dragon Venerable’s realm.

Apart from utilizing the power of the Eye of Insight, he also employed the Time Dao Technique.

The Eye of Insight allowed him to capture subtle power fluctuations, while the Time Dao Technique enabled him to see through illusion and probe the true realm from the threads of time.

Of course, Lin Dong did not explicitly explain these.

He was well aware of the principle of not showing one’s wealth, that it’s always wise to retain some trump cards.

Therefore, he modestly said, ”I just randomly guessed correctly, senior.”

Upon hearing this, Dragon Venerable could not help but laugh heartily, his clear laughter echoing in the hall.

Then, he praised once more: ”I had already been paying attention to you a long time ago.”

”I remember before you entered the Extraterrestrial Battlefield, your realm was just at the First Level of the Heavenly Realm, right? In just a few months, your realm has actually reached the Fourth Layer of the Heavenly Realm. It seems you gained quite the opportunity in the Extraterrestrial Battlefield.”

There was a touch of appreciation and curiosity in Dragon Venerable’s eyes; he knew well the brutality and danger of the Extraterrestrial Battlefield. Achieving such immense progress there was by no means easy.

”Such cultivation speed is simply unprecedented!”

Dragon Venerable remarked with emotion, having seen countless talented martial artists, yet one with such rapid cultivation speed as Lin Dong was a first for him.

Upon hearing this, Lin Dong felt not a trace of joy, instead appearing somewhat desolate.

A glimpse of pain and sorrow flashed in his eyes, as if sinking into deep memories.

For he thought of the few seniors who had fallen to protect him.

Yun Che, Tian Qiongzi, Tang Ying, and other seniors sacrificed themselves to protect him; this Favor, Lin Dong would never forget.

”Venerable Senior, this junior wishes to discuss matters regarding the Extraterrestrial Battlefield with you. The Extraterrestrial Battlefield has changed...” Lin Dong sighed and said.

His voice carried a weight of heaviness and worry, as if a massive stone pressed upon his heart.

Hearing this, the Dragon Venerable’s expression changed, the originally amiable smile vanished instantly, replaced by a face of seriousness.

He was fully aware of the significance of the Extraterrestrial Battlefield; any upheaval there would have unimaginable consequences.

”How has it changed?” Dragon Venerable asked, the tone also laced with heaviness.

He gazed intently into Lin Dong’s eyes, seeking an accurate answer from his mouth.

Lin Dong took a deep breath, trying hard to calm himself.

He knew the following news would bring tremendous shock to Dragon Venerable, but he had to speak truthfully.

”The Blood Ancestor has emerged,” Lin Dong stated, each word carrying the weight of a thousand catties, striking heavily at Dragon Venerable’s heart.

Dragon Venerable’s body trembled slightly, a hint of shock and disbelief flashing in his eyes.

The Blood Ancestor was a terrifying existence in legends, once having brought great disaster to the entire Martial Arts World.

For countless years, people believed the Blood Ancestor had been completely vanquished, yet it turns out he had emerged once more.

”Are you certain?” Dragon Venerable asked, his voice trembling slightly; he dearly wished Lin Dong was mistaken, yet Lin Dong’s determined gaze compelled belief.

Lin Dong nodded slightly and said, ”I witnessed it with my own eyes; the Blood Ancestor’s power is unfathomable, leaving devastation wherever he goes. The situation in the Extraterrestrial Battlefield has become precarious, with many forces destroyed and countless martial artists killed.”

”I too almost ended up slain by him; the reason I survived is solely due to the selfless protection from seniors like Yun Che, Tang Ying, and Tian Qiongzi.”

”They sacrificed themselves to save me and fell...”

”Wow!!!” Upon these words, even Dragon Venerable’s expression underwent a drastic change, utterly shocked beyond measure.