Super Invincible Immortal Doctor
Chapter 1355: Defenders of the North

Chapter 1355: Chapter 1355: Defenders of the North

Su Chengyu immediately sensed something amiss upon hearing this and spoke, "Senior, you had already planned to act against the Luo Clan, hadn’t you?"

Chaitov did not deny it, stroking his beard as he said, "This way, the transaction becomes fair."

Even without the transaction, both parties were intending to do what they inevitably would have done. In this light, the deal indeed seemed reasonable.

Still feeling something was not quite right, Su Chengyu suddenly realized something and asked, "Senior, is there something preventing you from leaving Linbei City?"

Chaitov nodded, "The situation in the Bei Luo Empire is different from your Xia Country. The Land Immortals of the Bei Luo Empire are even less in control of their own destinies, and since I turned down the invitation from the Imperial Court in the past, their surveillance on me has been even tighter. They would never allow me to cross the border so easily."

Su Chengyu immediately understood upon hearing this, "Imperial Court—are they worried that you will defect to Xia Country?"

Chaitov nodded again, "Indeed, although on the surface the two nations are allies and share a common foe in the Nether Clan, Xia Country is still in a much better situation than the Bei Luo Empire because it does not directly border the Dark Sea. Without such measures, at least one-fourth of Bei Luo Empire’s Land Immortals would defect to Xia Country, or at the very least, cultivate a close relationship with Xia Country."

Su Chengyu nodded, understanding what Chaitov was getting at.

The natural instinct to pursue benefit and avoid harm applied to everyone, not excluding the Land Immortals.

Individuals at this level were almost all in pursuit of the elusive Open Heaven Gate, to achieve true verification of eternal life.

And throughout history, whether it’s becoming a Martial Arts Communication God or ascending to become an Immortal, those who have achieved this have only ever existed within Xia Country.

Seeing that Su Chengyu understood the stakes involved, Chaitov finally spoke in a soft voice, "Even if I defy the wishes of the Bei Luo Royal Family and force my way to Xia Country, I will only have one chance to do so."

Su Chengyu looked up at Chaitov, "Senior, are you planning to bet this only chance on me?"

Chaitov’s lips curved into a smile, "What, do you think you are not worthy of such trust?"

"It’s not that, it’s just that this is our first encounter today, and besides..."

"My time is running short."

A single sentence brought Su Chengyu’s words to an abrupt halt, as Chaitov turned to look at him and spoke quietly, "It could be decades at the slowest, or just a few years at the fastest. I can feel that my life is coming to an end. To meet someone like you at this time is already a very fortunate event for me."

Though Chaitov looked middle-aged, in fact, his age was nearing four hundred years.

Martial Artists can extend their lifespans, but the effect on longevity was vastly inferior to that of Cultivators, and depletion of vital energy further accelerates the decline of life. A lifespan of over four hundred years was already remarkable for someone who has reached Martial Arts Communication God.

Dragon TingSheng of the Long family, also a Martial God, is an example—he was only in his two hundred years and his body was already showing abnormalities.

Of course, Dragon TingSheng’s issues were also linked to his attempts to uncover the secrets of Heaven’s Gate; his body’s current state at over two hundred years old was largely his own doing.

As for Chaitov’s chronic injuries, most of them were from his youthful battles against the Nether Clan’s Demonic Path, leaving behind deep-rooted damage.

Having laid bare his own situation to Su Chengyu with no further reservations, Chaitov had no more concerns as he looked at Su Chengyu and said, "You can rest assured, the reason I told you all this is not to pressure you to hurry and uncover everything. I am well aware of the Ancient Clan’s great influence in Xia Country. The main reason I disclosed this is to ease your concerns, but even more importantly, to make you understand that the timeline of this deal only extends as long as I am alive."

Su Chengyu spoke in a soft voice, "In other words, Senior, what you mean is, as long as you are alive, you will definitely fulfill this promise, right?"

Chaitov chuckled, "You’re quite to my liking, young man. A lot better than that other one who emerged from the Martial Way, but his belly is full of schemes."

Su Chengyu said, "Senior thinks the junior has thought too little?"

"No, you’ve also thought quite a bit, but what’s important is your frankness, while he has more reservations and keeps his thoughts hidden. That’s simply why I don’t like him much."

In recent days, Chaitov also had several interactions with Mo Ningchen and considered whether Mo Ningchen could help him with this matter. Ultimately, he did not choose Mo Ningchen, who also originated from a Martial Artist background.

Both being martial artists, Chaitev naturally could promise Mo Ningchen more things, and he should have felt more at ease.

But as for Mo Ningchen, Chaitev was never able to fully let his guard down.

Su Chengyu took a deep breath, stood up, and said, "Thank you, senior, for your trust. I will definitely not disappoint your expectations."

Chaitev waved his hand and did not say much; he indeed did not want to put too much pressure on Su Chengyu.

Although he believed that Su Chengyu was the best arrangement sent by the heavens, he also understood that the current strength of Su Chengyu was still too far from being able to compete with the Ancient Clan.

"Alright, I’ve said what needed to be said. Since the deal is set, in the future, whether it involves the Luo Family or not, you can come to me if you have any troubles. However, I must clarify in advance, I will not leave Linbei City to help you."

"I have a clear understanding, senior."

Su Chengyu spoke respectfully.

Knowing that Chaitev’s body was exceptional, Su Chengyu naturally wouldn’t expect this War God of Bei Luo to aid him outside of Bei Luo.

Compared to dealing with the troubles of Bei Luo, Su Chengyu was more eager for this Land Immortal to become a supporting force in his confrontation with the Luo Family in the future.

Seeing Su Chengyu’s demeanor, Chaitev was even more satisfied with the person he had chosen.

As Su Chengyu stood up to bid farewell and prepare to leave, Chaitev finally spoke.

"The person by your side, Mo Ningchen, seems amiable and is very concerned about you, but you’d best be a bit more cautious of him."

Su Chengyu turned his head in confusion and asked, "Is there a problem with Brother Mo?"

Chaitev shook his head and said, "There’s no specific problem, it’s just that my intuition tells me that this guy thinks about a lot of things that he won’t directly reveal. And such a person is far more dangerous than those who speak their minds."

"Thank you, senior. I will bear it in mind."

Taking Chaitev’s words to heart seriously, Su Chengyu nodded to Chaitev one last time before he slowly left the wooden house.

However, outside the door, he only saw Mo Ningchen alone, and Su Chengyu asked in surprise, "Where is the Yu Ming Saint Envoy?"

Mo Ningchen spoke softly, "He went on ahead to scout. This is War God Chaitev’s dwelling place, and guards from Linbei City do not dare to come here to investigate. But it’s hard to say for the area outside the wooden house."

Su Chengyu nodded without asking further, and Mo Ningchen glanced at the wooden house and then spoke, "Did War God Chaitev say anything to you?"

"Nothing much, just curious about the way I dissolved the Demonic Qi. After knowing it was a method from the Dao Sect, he quickly lost interest."

"So, I can’t learn it either?"

Su Chengyu shook his head and said, "Brother Mo, if one can perceive the Heavenly Dao, they should also be able to use it."

Mo Ningchen, about to speak with a wry smile, suddenly received a telepathic message that made his expression darken instantly.

Noticing the change in Mo Ningchen’s face, Su Chengyu immediately asked, "Brother Mo, what happened?"

"Yu Ming has been surrounded."

"By who?"

"The garrison of Linbei City."