Super Invincible Immortal Doctor
Chapter 1533 - 1534: Taking Everything As Listed

Chapter 1533: Chapter 1534: Taking Everything As Listed

The peculiar words baffled Su Chengyu, as he looked at the middle-aged swordsman and said, "Senior, what do you mean by that?"

"No need to call me senior, I am a Daoist, known as Wan Qiu."

"Daoist Wan Qiu, may I ask why you are thanking me..."

"Who asked me to protect the Dao? Take me to them."

With a single sentence, Daoist Wan Qiu directly cut off Su Chengyu’s follow-up questions, clearly not wishing to explain.

Though feeling curious, Su Chengyu didn’t insist on questioning further and led the middle-aged Daoist to a corner of the large courtyard.

Inside the courtyard, Yu Yanshu was instructing Bai Huang in place of Su Chengyu. Bai Huang, at the Single Wheel Realm, was not much different in cultivation level from Yu Yanshu, but in actual combat, the inherently indifferent and penetrating Yu Yanshu was much stronger than Bai Huang. Therefore, she has been guiding Bai Huang’s cultivation all along.

Daoist Wan Qiu, who showed no change in expression upon meeting them, unconsciously revealed a slight fluctuation in his demeanor when he saw Yu Yanshu.

However, Su Chengyu quickly noticed that the ripple of emotion faded away to nothing, and the self-claimed Daoist swordsman before him returned to his previous unflappable state.

"These two, one human and one demon, while their realms aren’t too high, they are definitely not low either. Why do they require my personal protection?"

Daoist Wan Qiu bluntly asked the question. With Golden Core Realm cultivation, one wouldn’t necessarily act unrestrainedly throughout Xia Country, but even when facing the Ancient Clan, self-preservation was absolutely assured among peers.

And cultivators or martial artists who would disregard status and casually attack their juniors were, after all, few and far between, not to mention that these two were under the protection of Su Chengyu, the newly-appointed Saint Envoy of the Capital Demon Slayer Bureau.

"Daoist Wan Qiu, my disciple Yu Yanshu has a special background, and for some unknown reason, is now being targeted by the Demonic Path. As for my student Bai Huang, it is because of his identity as a member of the Qiuqiu Fox Clan."

"Qingqiu..."

Upon hearing this name that hadn’t been heard for a long time, Wan Qiu instantly understood Su Chengyu’s intentions and also knew who would make a move against the two, thereby confirming what needed to be done on this trip.

"Understood, I will ensure their complete safety, even if a Land Immortal strikes at them, I will at the very least keep their God’s Soul intact. If things really come to that point, though, my time safeguarding the Dao can only last until then."

Hearing this response, Su Chengyu’s skepticism about the mysterious Daoist’s strength was instantly dispelled, and he deeply bowed to the middle-aged man before him.

"That is more than enough!"

Happily accepting Su Chengyu’s deep show of gratitude, Wan Qiu Daoist’s expression remained as unfathomable as an ancient well without a ripple of disturbance, merely asking indifferently.

"When do we set out?"

"The plan was to leave tonight, but if Daoist wishes to catch up with Master Chang Chun, leaving tomorrow won’t be too late..."

"No need, tonight it is. I will wait for you at the foot of the mountain."

After dropping this statement, the Daoist didn’t linger and turned around to leave Qilong Court.

"I didn’t expect it would be him; I thought it would be Zhixia."

Su Chengyu looked on confusedly, waiting for Qiu Tianlin to continue.

"The Four Heroes of Quanzhen: Chang Chun, Zhixia, Wan Qiu, and Long Dong. Among them, the most famous are naturally Chang Chun and Long Dong, who shone brilliantly in the Centennial War. Except for Long Dong, who was hindered by the war and unable to enter the Earth Immortal Realm, Wan Qiu was the only one early identified as having no hope of reaching the Earth Immortal status."

"Is Daoist Wan Qiu very weak?" Su Chengyu asked in surprise, beginning to doubt the previous words of Wan Qiu.

However, Qiu Tianlin shook his head, "No, on the contrary, this person is extremely strong."

"Hmm?"

Su Chengyu looked perplexed at Qiu Tianlin.

"Do you know of Zhao Danping from Mount Longhu?"

Su Chengyu nodded: "I do. One of the four Heavenly Masters of Mount Longhu, who challenged the world with his sword and has never been defeated."

"Indeed, he has never been defeated, but he has also never won against Wan Qiu."

"Neither victory nor defeat?"

Su Chengyu exclaimed in astonishment.

"Both are masters of Dao Sect’s swordsmanship. During their bouts, they only compete in the art of swordsmanship, not for momentary victory or defeat. However, those who truly understand the ways of the art know that Zhao Danping’s inability to win is as good as a loss."

"Why?"

"Because if Wan Qiu were to truly draw his sword, it would result in only death, not injury."

Su Chengyu took in a cold breath, gaining a newfound recognition of the peculiar Daoist’s strength.

"His swordsmanship is profoundly divine, so much so that it has reached a level envied by the heavens and earth. That is why Wan Qiu in this lifetime cannot enter Heaven’s Gate; entering would mean death. This is the very reason the Zhao Danping’s Sword Dao reigns supreme in the Dao Sect today. However, during those years of my mishap, I heard that the Martial Way also produced a swordsmanship genius. I wonder how much he has grown by now."

Su Chengyu shook his head: "I haven’t heard of any genius emerging from the Martial Way."

"Then perhaps he has already perished. After all, with the vastness of Xia Country and its populous nature, what it never lacks is geniuses."

Qiu Tianlin spoke with a hint of emotion and then glanced over at Yu Yanshu, saying: "With Wan Qiu protecting the way, you needn’t worry too much. Unless a Land Immortal of the Ascend to Heaven Realm were to fight them with their life on the line, it is certain that these two disciples of yours won’t encounter any unforeseen events."

Su Chengyu’s heart, which had been suspended in worry, finally completely settled down.

Late at night, Su Chengyu personally escorted Yu Yanshu down the mountain. Yu Yanshu looked back at Su Chengyu reluctantly, never expecting that after waiting for her master for three months, she would be the one to leave the Capital City before her master.

Su Chengyu smiled and patted her head: "Alright, it’s not like we won’t see each other again. Wait for me to finish my business in Luoshui, and I will come to find you. It won’t be long. Remember to take good care of your junior brother on the road."

"Mmhmm."

Seeing the sensible Yu Yanshu, Su Chengyu, finding it difficult to say more, turned his head to look at Bai Huang.

Bai Huang immediately straightened up, waiting for his teacher’s instruction.

But this time, Su Chengyu didn’t teach him anything, instead calmly spoke.

"Bai Huang, you’re a man. Although the world doesn’t insist that a man must take on everything, we should have the awareness that we could."

A heavy hand rested on Bai Huang’s shoulder; this time, Su Chengyu no longer treated Bai Huang as a child who had yet to grow up.

Since he was about to head to Qingqiu, from this moment on, he had to start learning how to stand tall and upright in the world on his own.

This was something Su Chengyu couldn’t teach; even if taught, Bai Huang wouldn’t be able to learn it.

This was never an entitlement; it is something one must comprehend on their own.

In the end, Su Chengyu watched as the two of them slowly left Mount Qilong. Any unrest he felt could only be momentarily calmed upon sensing the sharp Sword Qi radiating from the peculiar Daoist.

He knew their journey would certainly involve many experiences, but children will inevitably grow up. He can protect them for a while, but not for a lifetime.

Only after confirming that the presence he left on them had moved beyond the borders of the Capital City did Su Chengyu take a deep breath and look towards the direction of the Capital City, whispering softly.

"Come then, whatever you wish to do next, I, Su Chengyu, will take it all on."