Chapter 140: Shocking Retreat, Entering the City, The Ma Family's Ecstatic Joy
Wei Shanhai was equally shaken by this scene.
The elder doctor's method of freezing the Sword Qi just now bore some resemblance to the legendary innate domain. Explore stories at My Virtual Library Empire
However, the innate domain is usually a mystical realm only accessible to top experts who have achieved Great Success in the Innate Realm.
And the power of the elder doctor's display seemed to be much weaker.
Rumor has it that a true innate domain, once opened, can almost control everything within it.
If that were the case, eradicating Wang Cangyi's Sword Qi would have been a mere thought.
There would have been no need to first freeze it and then gradually wear it down.
But no matter what, the elder doctor's technique just now was still not something an Initial Innate Realm should possess.
Therefore, both the two Innate Realm experts and the cloth-clothed youth on the city wall were completely shocked.
As for the other martial artists, they were already dumbfounded.
They had never seen such incredible methods before; this had surpassed their understanding of martial arts.
"Master's martial arts talent is truly astonishingly brilliant."
Lu Qing, seeing his master's move counteract Wang Cangyi's full-powered killing move, nodded to himself.
Among all the martial artists, probably only he was not too surprised by this scene.
Because he, who possessed Superpower, had long known that his master had grasped a trace of the domain realm's meaning.
After all, the cultivation technique his master practiced was left by Li Weitian, who had attained Innate Perfection.
The cultivation technique valued by such an unparalleled expert was surely not that simple.
However, Lu Qing had not yet reached the Innate Realm and was unsure whether a trace of the Domain Realm could contend with Wang Cangyi, who had immersed himself in cultivation for many years in the Innate Realm.
Now it seemed that a domain was a domain; even the mere power of a trace of its meaning was too much for an ordinary Initial Innate Realm to handle.
"Do you still wish to fight?"
The elder doctor, having broken Wang Cangyi's Innate Sword Energy, silently breathed a sigh of relief, feeling somewhat more assured.
"Who on earth are you, old sir?"
Wang Cangyi, looking at the elder doctor, could not help but feel a sense of fear taking hold, and his address became more respectful.
Being able to comprehend the domain realm at the Initial Innate Realm, he surely wasn't an ordinary Innate Realm expert.
Only the most top-notch powers could possibly harbor such an anomaly.
Thinking he might have offended such a power, Wang Cangyi's heart started trembling.
Though strong, the power of the Heaven Cang Sect was nothing compared to the true giants of the world.
They were no match against ancient inheritances with long-standing, profound legacies.
"Who this old man is, is not important. I am here only in the hopes that you would be magnanimous and not commit unnecessary killing."
Wang Cangyi's expression turned uncertain.
He had invested so much effort to corner the Wei Family into a desperate situation and had even lost three of his direct disciples; how could he willingly give up now.
But seeing the calm and composed elder doctor and Wei Shanhai's menacing watchfulness,
Wang Cangyi knew that even if he was unwilling, he had to accept reality.
He no longer had the power to doom the Wei Family.
If the fight continued, even he might not make it out.
At this moment, Wang Cangyi began to regret.
When he first came to Cang County, an elder of his sect had hinted at the desire to collaborate with him.
Out of greed for the treasure and believing he could control the situation, he had refused the elder.
If at that point he had agreed to cooperate with the elder, the Wei Family would have already fallen into his hands, and there would have been no such twists and turns.
But regretting now was useless.
"Fine, I'll give you this respect, old sir, and spare the Wei Family this time. Xiong'er, let's go!"
But Wang Cangyi was extraordinary after all, being an Innate Realm Martial Artist who had lived for over a hundred years, he still had the necessary decisiveness.
Since it was futile to persist, and continuing might offend some mysterious and formidable power,
He might as well give the elder doctor this respect.
After giving Wei Shanhai a deep look, Wang Cangyi sheathed his long sword and turned to leave.
The towering Great Han left without a word, and the remaining disciples of the Heaven Cang Sect quickly followed.
"Those villains, they just leave like that?"
Watching the retreating figures of the Heaven Cang Sect, Wei Zian's incredulous voice arose, breaking the silence.
"Silly child, Wang Cangyi couldn't beat this Innate Realm grandmaster; what other choice does he have but to leave?"
Wei Xinghe laughed and said,
At the same time, he finally felt a sense of relief in his heart.
Previously, facing the terrifying Sword Qi of Wang Cangyi, he had thought they were all doomed to fall right then and there.
"Many thanks to our benefactor for saving the Wei Family from a life and death crisis. This grace and virtue shall never be forgotten by all members of my family."
At this moment, Wei Shanhai suddenly bowed deeply to the elder doctor, performing an extremely solemn courtesy.
"Thank you, benefactor, for saving our lives!"
Wei Xinghe, Housekeeper Wei, as well as the Silver Moon Guards all solemnly gave their thanks to the elder doctor.
"There's no need for this, I, as an old man, merely followed my heart and did what needed to be done," the elder doctor said, waving his hand.
Nor was he overly surprised.
Having practiced medicine for many years and receiving countless thanks, he no longer found such expressions of gratitude unusual.
"My lord, my ancestor, there are many people here; shall we return to the mansion first?" Mrs. Wei reminded.
She knew that the main purpose of the elder doctor's visit was to treat the injuries of the ancestor, something that was not suitable to mention in this place.
"Yes, I have been neglectful," Wei Shanhai realized and quickly said, "I invite our benefactor and his companions to our mansion so that I may show our hospitality and express our gratitude."
The elder doctor and his companions naturally did not refuse, and the group began to make their way into the city.
At this time, near the city gate, many martial artists still lingered, all notable figures from various powers within the city.
But seeing the people of the Wei Family, they all stepped aside, none daring to object.
The forces of Heaven Cang Sect had departed, and the Wei Family had once again become the most transcendent power in the county. No one lacked the insight to recognize that.
Yet, as they made way, everyone's gaze lingered on the elder doctor and Lu Qing, committing their appearances to memory.
It was clear to all that the Wei Family's narrow escape from disaster was all thanks to the intervention of the elder doctor.
No one could help but be extremely curious about such a mysterious and powerful Innate Realm Expert.
Unfortunately, the elder doctor had worn a broad-brimmed hat throughout the event, making it impossible for others to glimpse his true appearance.
Therefore, everyone turned their attention to Lu Qing.
After all, it was equally incredible for Lu Qing, with his Muscle Bone Realm cultivation, to defeat a Martial Arts Grandmaster who had achieved Inner Organs Perfection.
But as they watched, some people noticed something amiss.
After the Wei Family entered the city, a martial artist nudged the person next to him.
"Clan Leader Ma, the young man who seemed overwhelmingly powerful, standing next to Lu Qing just now, didn't he look like your Ma Gu?"
"I, I don't know either!"
The one nudged was a lean figure with a goatee.
He, too, felt bemused at the moment.
"I'm sure it's him; I watched the kid grow up. Although he hasn't been back to town much in recent years, could I possibly mistake him?"
Another martial artist, evidently on good terms with the Ma family, confidently said.
"Clan Leader Ma, congratulations! Ma Gu seems to know that mysterious Innate Realm individual, and he has returned with the mistress and young master of the Wei Family. Your Ma family is probably going to prosper!"
Envious martial artists commented.
"This, this has not been confirmed yet, I will go back to check!"
After dealing with a few familiar faces from other families, Clan Leader Ma felt somewhat dizzy as he rushed home.
Although he said he was uncertain, how could he not recognize Ma Gu? Just shortly ago, he had personally sent him to escort goods to the State Mansion.
However, after the escort mission, Ma Gu had not returned to the city, citing through messengers that the city was too chaotic, and he needed to stay in the gathering areas to avoid trouble.
Unexpectedly, in silence, he had accomplished such a significant feat.
Thinking of this, Clan Leader Ma couldn't help but get excited.
He suddenly felt that the opportunity for the rise of the Ma family might be coming.
"Zhi Rui, do you know who that Innate Realm individual in the hat is?"
On top of the city wall, Lord County Master watched the Wei Family figures, asking with a grave expression.
"I know," the cloth-clothed youth nodded.
"Who is he?" the County Lord asked hurriedly.
"You'll find out who he is later, but I can tell you that this Innate Realm person is someone you know."
"Someone I know?" the County Lord's eyes immediately widened in astonishment.
However, the cloth-clothed youth was no longer paying attention to his friend's shock.
His gaze followed the elder doctor's silhouette, shock still evident in the depths of his eyes.
"Innate Domain, I never expected that a martial artist at the Initial Innate Realm could touch such a realm of Consciousness. Is this the power of Merit?"