Super Invincible Immortal Doctor
Chapter 715: Crisis_1

Chapter 715: Chapter 715: Crisis_1

"Rise. True loyalty does not lie in words, but in actions. Anyone can talk a good game, just like that Su Chengyu. Previously, he expressed gratitude and swore allegiance to me. But the moment he defeated Lee Longqing and won the championship of the Dragon Soul conference, gaining fame overnight, he suddenly no longer regarded me as important."

He Lian Xuan changed the subject smoothly, steering the conversation towards Su Chengyu.

Xu Jianglong was a keen observer, he discerned a hint of displeasure in He Lian Xuan’s words and immediately chimed in, "The Grand Minister regarded him so highly, even saved his life. Otherwise, he would have died at the hands of Xiang Yuesheng that day. His ingratitude, his turning against the one who nurtured him, he’s nothing more than a white-eyed wolf!"

"Rest assured, Grand Minister, I am not a lowlife like Su Chengyu. My life belongs to you, whenever you command, whether it be to go through fire or water, I would not hesitate or step back."

He Lian Xuan slightly nodded, "Your determination is commendable. Speaking of this Su Chengyu, he has indeed disappointed me! He has grown arrogant with success, even killed Yin Huan! Before the duel, I asked him to see reason, to let his grudges with Yin Huan go, to avoid a fight to the death, but he stubbornly persisted in having his own way."

"Grand Minister, you cannot trust this man. He is bound to bite the hand that feeds him one day. You must be prepared. In my opinion, such people should be eliminated before they have the chance to spread their wings," Xu Jianglong lowered his voice and said.

"But he is, after all, a Si Master of Dragon Soul department, and now the champion of the Dragon Soul conference, at the peak of popularity. Even if he disobeys me, I can’t possibly eliminate him myself, otherwise wouldn’t it attract criticism?" He Lian Xuan frowned.

"Grand Minister, if you trust me, you could let me take care of this matter. You don’t have to worry about anything. I assure you that Su Chengyu will not be able to leave Jiangnan alive."

Being astute, Xu Jianglong sensed the intent behind He Lian Xuan’s words. He couldn’t openly admit to it, but this was his chance to prove his worth and he wouldn’t let it slip away.

Moreover, eliminating Su Chengyu would help him consolidate his position in the Jiangnan Dragon Soul department. It would be like avenging Yin Huan, winning the hearts of the people, two birds with one stone.

He Lian Xuan gestured with a wave of his hand, "You may leave now. Also, the South Sea Mermaid Pearl is a treasure belonging to Dragon Soul department, it can’t remain in the hands of an irrelevant person, do you understand?"

"I understand! I will retrieve the South Sea Mermaid Pearl and hand it back to you. How does someone as ungrateful as Su Chengyu deserve to keep the treasures bestowed by you?"

After leaving He Lian Xuan’s courtyard, Xu Jianglong was ecstatic. He never expected that Yin Huan’s death would ultimately benefit him, making him the Grand Airspace Officer of the Jiangnan Dragon Soul department.

In fact, with Xu Jianglong’s competence, being a Grand Airspace Officer was well within his capacity. After all, the Grand Airspace Officers of Jiangbei, Jiangdong and Jianghuai were all inferior to him in strength.

However, the position of Grand Airspace Officer was highly important. Those who held this position were usually trusted, hand-selected candidates of He Lian Xuan. Although Xu Jianglong was competent, he wasn’t one of He Lian Xuan’s trusted men, so he could only be an auxiliary Grand Airspace Officer.

Officially, his rank was lower than Qin Siyuan and Shen Zhuoyan, among others. Seeing them always made him feel subordinate.

Of course, Xu Jianglong knew He Lian Xuan wouldn’t promote him hastily. Getting rid of Su Chengyu would be his proof of loyalty. If he accomplished this mission, he would naturally become one of He Lian Xuan’s confidants, his promotion to Grand Airspace Officer would be unquestionable.

"Su Chengyu, I thought you were deeply esteemed by the Grand Minister and would rise to power. We could only look up to you. But never did I expect you to be such a fool, annoying the Grand Minister instead. Your death will be my triumph."

On his way to his office, Xu Jianglong was already plotting how to execute the plan, to eliminate Su Chengyu.

Xu Jianglong was not foolish enough to challenge Su Chengyu directly. Knowing he was not Su Chengyu’s match and lacked the ability to kill him himself, he would have to utilize someone else to do the job. Currently in Nangang City, there existed a formidable force capable of eliminating Su Chengyu.

Moreover, now that Su Chengyu was poisoned by the Illusory Poison Needle, it was the best time to kill him.

After the duel with Yin Huan, Su Chengyu planned to leave Nangang and secretly return to Lin Jiang to help Yu Yanshu attain the Foundation Establishment Realm as soon as possible. But being undermined by Yin Huan’s Illusory Poison Needle was indeed beyond his expectation.

He never expected Yin Huan to possess such a treasure that could restrain cultivators.

The Illusory Poison Needle was no small matter. It forced Su Chengyu to stop his Sword Flight and leave the Dragon Soul department, so he had no choice but to return to the courtyard with Qin Siyuan and the others.

"I appreciate everyone’s protection. I need to meditate and heal right away," said Su Chengyu.

"Rest assured, we will not leave your side until you finish your meditation," Qin Siyuan assured him.

Su Chengyu returned to his room, instantly sat cross-legged and began his meditation. The Illusory Poison Needle had penetrated his body, blocking his Mana meridians and acupuncture points, making him unable to manipulate his Mana. And if he forcedly tried to mobilize his Mana, the Illusory Poison Needle would seize the opportunity to attack his Dantian and Divine Sense, ultimately leading to his souls scattering and perishing.

Su Chengyu tried a few times, the Illusory Poison Needle was indeed formidable. Each time he attempted to manipulate his Mana, the needle would move against his flow, attacking his Dantian. And by using his Divine Sense, it would attack the realm of his consciousness, causing a mighty upheaval.

"Heave..."

Su Chengyu opened his eyes, took a long breath, his face somewhat pale. The potency of the Illusory Poison Needle exceeded his expectations. Being unable to use Mana and Divine Sense, he seemed like a tiger that lost its teeth. He was surrounded by strong enemies, many of whom wanted him dead. It seemed impossible for him to come out of Dragon Soul department alive.

"Little Shi, do you have a method to help me remove the Illusory Poison Needle?" Su Chengyu asked.

"The Heavenly Emperor is omnipotent, a so-called poisonous needle is nothing to me. However, I won’t lend you a hand without gaining anything. What will you offer me this time?" Heaven-Mending Stone asked.

"Rest assured, you won’t be treated unfairly," Su Chengyu replied.

Heaven-Mending Stone flew out of Su Chengyu’s wrist, enveloped him with the Five-Colored Divine Light and infiltrated his meridians. But as soon as the Five-Colored Divine Light entered his body, the Illusory Poison Needle reacted violently, and started moving through Su Chengyu’s meridians, causing him unbearable pain.

Su Chengyu, with an iron will, could bear all sorts of torment. However, the pain caused by the Illusory Poison Needle was unbearable. His face contorted with pain, he gritted his teeth and withstood the pain for a while, then broke out in a cold sweat, and in the end, couldn’t help but let out a cry of agony, startling those who were protecting him outside the house.

"Brother Su Cheng!"

Qin Mu Ge was instantly alarmed and rushed to the door, looking worried.

Qin Siyuan grabbed Qin Mu Ge, shook his head and said, "Calm down, he is a cultivator, there’s nothing we can do to help. All we can do is protect him from being disturbed."