Urban Martial Saint

Actually, this also made Lin Tianyou feel much comforted in his heart. After all, if it were all just an act, Xiao Hua’er and Little Duoduo wouldn’t have to be so pitiful. This is what Lin Tianyou has always wished for!

However, what An Shiping just said about resurrecting the dead still left Lin Tianyou in disbelief.

”Resurrect the dead?” Lin Tianyou looked at An Shiping and said, ”Old sir, don’t joke with me. How could there be a way to resurrect the dead in this world?”

”Hahaha...” An Shiping laughed heartily and said, ”Whether there is such a method or not, you’ll naturally find out once you’ve learned it. So, are you going to learn or not?”

”Learn! Of course, I’ll learn!” Lin Tianyou replied straightforwardly. Although he did not believe in the method to resurrect the dead, being able to learn the ways of healing was something he hoped for.

”Good!” An Shiping nodded and said, ”From now on, you are my successor, An Shiping. Before I pass on my teachings to you, there are a few things I need to tell you.”

”Please go ahead, old sir,” Lin Tianyou said.

”Don’t call me old sir. From now on, I am your master. And you are my disciple,” An Shiping said.

”Yes, Master,” Lin Tianyou promptly corrected himself.

”That’s more like it!” An Shiping smiled, slowly walked to the side of the Stone Platform, and sat down. The python was very affectionate towards him, almost inseparable, and followed him to the side of the Stone Platform. As soon as An Shiping sat down, the python immediately supported his body with itself, allowing him to sit on the Stone Platform as if it were a sofa, quite comfortable indeed.

Seeing all this, Lin Tianyou couldn’t help but widen his eyes, a face full of disbelief. He was most afraid of snakes, always found them to be the most terrifying creatures. From the moment he opened his eyes until now, he had not dared to approach the python even a bit, and not turning to run was already quite commendable. He couldn’t imagine that the python would be so affectionate with An Shiping, like a pet. How amazing is that?

”Master, this... this python, aren’t you... aren’t you afraid of it?” Lin Tianyou asked in a low voice.

”Afraid of what?” An Shiping chuckled and said, ”Right, let me introduce you. It’s called Xiao Lu. It used to be a small python on this Medicine King Mountain. It was injured by a wild animal, and I saved it. Since then, it has stayed by my side. Over the years, it has grown from a small python to this size. Don’t let its appearance scare you; it’s kind-hearted.”

”It... it’s kind?” Lin Tianyou looked at the python and couldn’t help but swallow hard. He really couldn’t associate a python with being kind.

”Of course,” An Shiping said. ”Despite its large size, it’s actually a vegetarian.”

”A vegetarian?” Lin Tianyou was even more shocked. ”If it’s a vegetarian, how does it survive? Can snakes even be vegetarians?”

Although Lin Tianyou was afraid of snakes, he knew that most snakes are carnivorous. A vegetarian snake was something he’d never encountered before, especially one of such size. What kind of vegetables could maintain its energy?

”On this mountain, I specifically planted a type of Vermilion Fruit for it. Not only does it satisfy its hunger, but it’s also very beneficial to it,” An Shiping said as he gently patted the python. ”Actually, it’s just an ordinary species of python. It couldn’t grow this big if it weren’t for those Vermilion Fruits, which are why it has grown so large.”

”There are such Vermilion Fruits?” Lin Tianyou exclaimed. Since entering this Medicine King Mountain, he had seen too many rare medicinal herbs and experienced so many incredible things that, frankly, he was feeling a bit numb.

An Shiping laughed, ”The world is vast and filled with wonders you’ve never even seen. But just because you haven’t seen them doesn’t mean they don’t exist, does it?”

”That’s true,” Lin Tianyou nodded. The world is vast and varied; perhaps there are indeed many magical things out there.

”Xiao Lu may be a snake, but in terms of trustworthiness, it’s been the most reliable for me. I’ve been faking my death for so many years, and Medicine King Mountain has been managed by it all along. It truly hasn’t disappointed me and has indeed brought the heir I wanted!” An Shiping turned to look at Lin Tianyou and said with a smile, ”Once you’ve received my teachings, not only will Medicine King Mountain be yours, but you’ll also need to take care of Xiao Lu for me in the future.”

”Uh...” Lin Tianyou swallowed hard, looking at the python. In his heart, he was actually quite fearful. A small snake could scare him silly, and now he was asked to take care of such a large python; this was practically a death sentence for him.

Seeing Lin Tianyou like this, An Shiping knew what he was afraid of, so he gently smiled and waved his hand, saying, ”Let it get close to you first, so you won’t be scared in the future. Don’t worry, it won’t hurt you!”

After saying that, An Shiping reached out and patted the python. The python immediately obediently left his side and swam straight over to Lin Tianyou.

Looking at this python, Lin Tianyou’s first thought was to turn and run. However, being stared at so intently by the python, he was so scared that his legs went weak, and he couldn’t move at all, just standing frozen in place.

The python was quite enthusiastic, sidling up to Lin Tianyou and even extending its large tongue, slowly brushing against Lin Tianyou’s arm, as if acting coquettishly. Its yellow eyes actually didn’t look terrifying at all at this moment but rather gentle.

Looking into the python’s eyes, Lin Tianyou’s heart skipped a beat. Because it was clear that there was a sense of submission and gentleness in the python’s eyes, akin to human emotions. A python, with such rich eyes?

To be honest, when the python first approached, Lin Tianyou was very scared. But after seeing the python’s eyes, Lin Tianyou was no longer that afraid. Instead, a kind of unspeakable intimacy suddenly welled up in his heart, and he almost instinctively reached out to caress the python’s head.

This action even startled Lin Tianyou himself. In the past, he would never have dared to touch a snake, as the slick snake skin was simply horrifying. But today, he actually patted the python’s head, something he had never imagined doing before.

However, the touch didn’t feel as terrifying or repulsive as Lin Tianyou had imagined; rather, it had a gentle, cool sensation that was quite comfortable. And, most importantly, the python affectionately rubbed its head against Lin Tianyou’s arm, just like a pet raised by Lin Tianyou, acting spoiled.

At this moment, Lin Tianyou suddenly had no fear of this python anymore. All the previous terror was completely gone. He suddenly realized that taking care of this python was actually quite fun.

”Master, rest assured, I will definitely take good care of it!” Lin Tianyou replied loudly.

The python Xiaolu seemed to understand Lin Tianyou’s words, becoming even more affectionate, rubbing its head against Lin Tianyou’s arm, treating Lin Tianyou as if he were its owner.

”Then I’m relieved!” An Shiping seemed to put down a burden in his heart and said softly, ”Alright, next, I need to tell you some very important things, so you must listen carefully.”

”Master, please go ahead, I’m listening,” Lin Tianyou said.

”First, let’s talk about Medicine King Mountain.” An Shiping said, ”You are my successor, so Medicine King Mountain is also yours...”

”Master, this... this is too valuable, I...” Lin Tianyou hurriedly wanted to refuse.

”Don’t speak, just listen to me.” An Shiping said, ”No one in the An Family can inherit my legacy; giving Medicine King Mountain to them would only harm them. So this legacy must go to an outsider. Before you, I had two disciples. The first disciple had a kind heart, but he loved to play too much. Although talented, he couldn’t bear such a big responsibility. The second disciple was too scheming. If my legacy fell into his hands, it would surely lead to endless slaughter, so this legacy couldn’t be given to him either. You are my last disciple; both your aptitude and heart meet my requirements. You will receive all my legacy, including Medicine King Mountain. Don’t refuse, I don’t have much time left, and I must arrange everything before then!”

”Ah?” Lin Tianyou looked at An Shiping in shock and asked, ”Master, do you... do you have a serious illness?”

”It’s not a matter of serious illness...” An Shiping smiled bitterly and said, ”My lifespan is about to end, my body has reached its limit. Although pretending to be dead all these years has allowed me to live to this era, I’ve consumed too much of my power. The days I can still exist in this world are uncertain, so before that, I must pass everything on to you.”

In fact, Lin Tianyou still wanted to ask how An Shiping knew his lifespan was nearing its end. However, in the end, he didn’t speak, because he could see from An Shiping’s expression that he was very serious and didn’t seem like he was lying.

”The first thing I want to tell you is not about Medicine King Mountain but about the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates.” At this point, An Shiping’s expression became much more serious. He looked at Lin Tianyou and said solemnly, ”Unless absolutely necessary, never enter the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates!”

”Ah?” Lin Tianyou was taken aback. He had vaguely heard about the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates. Many people risked their lives to enter the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates, so why wouldn’t An Shiping let him enter?

”You must be very curious why I’m telling you this, right? I’ve entered the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates myself, and after coming out, I became Supreme, became the Divine Doctor, renowned throughout the world. So why am I stopping you from entering the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates?” An Shiping smiled bitterly and said, ”Actually, the situation inside the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates is not as you imagine. Although entering the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates can indeed bring supreme opportunities and turn one into a Supreme, becoming Supreme also comes at a price.”