Chapter 486

Chapter 486: Chapter 485 "Old Master, I really want to know now, what kind of physique does Ruotong have? And what exactly is that gentle power she left inside me?"

In the villa where Ye Tianchen lived alone, only Zhang Yide and Ye Tianchen were left. Zhang Yide sat on the wicker chair, still relaxing with closed eyes, while Ye Tianchen approached him and began to speak. He was eager to know the answer to the two questions he posed, as this time his survival was entirely due to the gentle power Ruotong had left in his body, which slowly repaired his injuries until he was healed.

Zhang Yide glanced at Ye Tianchen, did not immediately answer his question, but stood up and slowly walked to the side of the swimming pool. Ye Tianchen was stunned for a moment before following him. He knew Zhang Yide’s temperament well; the Divine Doctor Ghost Hand acted on his own whims. If he was in a good mood, he might tell you a lot, but if he was not, no method could make him utter a single word.

"Old Master..."

Slap!

Before Ye Tianchen could finish his second sentence, Zhang Yide turned around and struck towards Ye Tianchen’s chest with a palm that surged with immense power, the air vibrating intensely. It did not seem like a joke but rather as if he intended to kill Ye Tianchen with that single strike; Zhang Yide had definitely used his full force.

Slap! Ye Tianchen also powered his right hand and countered with a palm.

Bang!

With a muffled sound, Ye Tianchen stood motionless while Zhang Yide was sent flying from one end of the pool to the other, though he was not injured.

Ye Tianchen flickered and lightly touched the water’s surface with his toe at the center of the swimming pool, reaching the other side in an instant. At his level of cultivation, one couldn’t apply the thinking of ordinary urban people. Of course, apart from those very close to Ye Tianchen, how could other ordinary people, living and dying in their daily lives, come to know of such a scene?

"Old Master, are you all right?" Ye Tianchen asked with concern, holding great respect for Zhang Yide, who had taught him much and was indeed a respected senior and expert.

"You have indeed broken through to the Emperor-level Superpower Realm. I’m very curious about what you gained from your trip to the Ancient Tomb Sect?"

Zhang Yide’s eyes sparkled as he stared intently at Ye Tianchen. He was genuinely surprised; Ye Tianchen had managed to break from the King-level to the Emperor-level in less than a month—an impressive leap. It was known that Earth was no longer conducive to cultivation, and for reasons unknown, the Spiritual Energy suitable for cultivation had dried up. To advance one’s Cultivation Realm under these circumstances was no small feat—such individuals were strong and remarkable. Even more so for Ye Tianchen, who did not rely on the powers of this world but solely on his own intrinsic power to break through; it was indeed astonishing and hardly believable.

Zhang Yide knew about Ye Tianchen’s situation, always stuck at the peak strength of the King-level Superpower Realm, hoping to break into the Emperor-level. Ye Tianchen had once placed his hopes in obtaining Shaolin Temple’s Yijin Jing, but unfortunately, he never had the time to search for it. Yet now, without even practicing the Yijin Jing from Shaolin Temple and merging the superpower with the Inner Strength True Qi from Ancient Martial Arts, he had broken through to the Emperor-level Superpower Realm, and his combat abilities had surged—Zhang Yide couldn’t help but be amazed.

"Tell me what kind of physique Ruotong has, and I’ll tell you about my gains from this trip to the Ancient Tomb Sect!" Ye Tianchen said with a smile to Zhang Yide.

"You’re actually haggling with me? Do you think I’ll agree?" Zhang Yide looked at Ye Tianchen and asked.

"You might not, but you’ll be interested in hearing about matters pertaining to the Ancient Tomb Sect, and I also have some secrets about going to the Emperor Star!" Ye Tianchen said, still smiling.

Zhang Yide glanced at Ye Tianchen and realized the lad indeed had some smarts; then, looking up at the moonlight, he said, "If we could have a few drinks at this moment and chat, I’d find it quite enjoyable."

"No problem!"

It didn’t take long for Ye Tianchen to set up a table with some dishes, which were just some marinated pig’s trotters and pig’s head, and the drink was genuinely strong liquor. According to Zhang Yide, those famous wines and cigarettes nowadays couldn’t compare with the most straightforward things from years ago.

"Old Master, here’s to you!" Ye Tianchen lifted his glass towards Zhang Yide.

Zhang Yide also raised his glass, indicated a toast, and downed it in one gulp. Despite the huge age difference, the two could be considered age-defying friends; thus, they enjoyed their drinks in the moonlight. It was a pleasant experience, though there was still a bit of a barrier between them concerning Zhang Ruotong.

Concerning the matter of Zhang Ruotong, Ye Tianchen knew that Zhang Yide harbored some resentment towards him, and he also felt somewhat guilty. He had never anticipated that Zhang Ruotong would make such a sacrifice for him. Now that Zhang Ruotong had gone, Ye Tianchen truly still hoped to find her, but regretfully he was continuously embroiled in his affairs, experiencing life and death situations, and thus he never had time to spare.

"This should be the last time we drink like this!" Zhang Yide said, looking up at the moonlight.

"Old man, what do you mean by that? I’m not quite following you!" Ye Tianchen, taken aback, quickly asked.

"You don’t need to understand. Everyone has their own matters to attend to, and I also have my own affairs. This time I’ve come because there is something I wish to ask of you..." There was also a trace of melancholy in Zhang Yide’s gaze as he looked at Ye Tianchen.

"Old man, you seem quite robust to me; are you really thinking about your final affairs so soon?" Ye Tianchen couldn’t help laughing as he spoke.

Hearing Ye Tianchen’s words, Zhang Yide was stunned for a moment, then quickly shook his head and laughed as well: "It’s hard to get a good word out of you, kid. But indeed, there is some danger this time, and what I want to ask of you concerns Ruotong!"

"Ruotong’s matter?" Ye Tianchen hurriedly asked.

"Yes, after I leave, Ruotong will be left alone, and I don’t know when I’ll be able to return. I want to ask you to take good care of her, and not let her suffer any grievance," said Zhang Yide earnestly.

"Old man, rest assured, as long as I, Ye Tianchen, am here, I won’t let anyone bully Ruotong. But your matter, I’m very keen to know, maybe I can lend a hand," Ye Tianchen replied.

From Zhang Yide’s words and eyes, Ye Tianchen still discerned some information; this time Zhang Yide likely had to handle a matter bearing some risk, a matter so uncertain that even Zhang Yide did not know the outcome, which was why he had come to entrust his granddaughter, Zhang Ruotong, to Ye Tianchen’s care. And Ye Tianchen was truly eager to help Zhang Yide; this old man, after all, had saved his life multiple times and was a senior worthy of respect. Even to repay the life-saving grace, Ye Tianchen felt he should do so.

"You needn’t worry about my affairs; just remember what you said today," Zhang Yide then poured himself another glass of wine and downed it in one gulp.

Ye Tianchen didn’t insist, since Zhang Yide was unwilling to share, and didn’t want him involved in his own affairs. If Ye Tianchen forcibly tried to help, it would only anger Zhang Yide. And as Zhang Yide himself had said, everyone has their own matters, and some issues need to be resolved by themselves, no matter how powerful outsiders are, they can’t help much.

"Then old man, you haven’t told me yet what kind of constitution Ruotong has," Ye Tianchen continued to inquire.

"You can first tell me about your recent expedition to the Ancient Tomb Sect. After all, I am an elder and have the right to ask you to speak first," Zhang Yide retorted.

Ye Tianchen was momentarily stunned. With Zhang Yide putting it that way, how could he not speak first? What puzzled him was why, whenever he asked about Zhang Ruotong’s constitution, Zhang Yide always found various reasons not to tell him. It seemed that concerning Zhang Ruotong, this girl might still have some secrets.

While drinking, Ye Tianchen related to Zhang Yide his recent venture to the Ancient Tomb Sect, from taking Dongfang Meng to find the entrance to the sect, to eventually killing people from the Sword Control Sect, and then being chased by Li Qiushui. He covered a series of events, and when he got to the part where he and Tian Boguang became sworn brothers, Zhang Yide couldn’t help but speak up.

"Heh, in this world, the only person bold enough to become sworn brothers with Tian Boguang is probably you, Ye Tianchen. Ordinary people really don’t have the guts!" Zhang Yide said with a smile.

"Actually, Brother Tian isn’t as you all imagine him to be. How should I put it? He’s a lecherous man with a clear sense of right and wrong. As for those labels like great lecher and great demon, I think they suit Li Qiushui best!" Ye Tianchen also took a sip of wine and said.

"No wonder you were able to break through to the Emperor-level Superpower Realm. After the dual cultivation of the ’Jade Maiden Heart Scripture’ with Dongfang Meng, you gained the most quintessential power between heaven and earth. You had already been at the peak strength of the King-level Superpower Realm, constantly holding back your realm breakthrough, seeking stability. Additionally, Earth isn’t conducive to cultivation, which also restricted your advancement. During your bitter battle with Xiao Yuan, the top disciple of Sword Control Sect, you had the courage to risk your life, using this evil Sword Qi to threaten your own life, thus triggering your most powerful potential, achieving a breakthrough to Emperor-level Superpower Realm. Otherwise, you likely wouldn’t have made it back!" Zhang Yide revealed the reason behind Ye Tianchen’s breakthrough to the Emperor-level Superpower Realm.

Ultimately, cultivators defy the heavens in their pursuit. Often, an opportunity, talent, and courage determine how far a cultivator can go. At the moment of Ye Tianchen’s breakthrough to the Emperor-level Superpower Realm, his firm conviction enabled him to become a powerhouse in the Emperor Realm!

"Old man, now can you tell me what Ruotong’s constitution is?" Ye Tianchen couldn’t help but continue to press for an answer.