The Invincible Supreme Medical God
Chapter 488 - 318 Profound and Enigmatic Meditation

Chapter 488: Chapter 318 Profound and Enigmatic Meditation

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Seeing Xu Biao leap into the fray gained support from everyone else, and the battle abruptly broke out.

The Dragon Clan Team, composed of fifteen men, faced off against Yan Xiaobao’s five friends. Although Xu Biao was accompanied by two King Ranking Experts, he quickly realized the opposing side had four King Ranking Experts. The battle was fierce, with Xu Biao and Xie Lan at a distinct disadvantage.

Meanwhile, his other three friends were struggling against the remaining eleven cultivators. Despite their counterattacks, it was only a matter of time before they were encircled.

In the end, Xu Biao brought out his B-tier badge, but unfortunately, the man standing before him was also a B-tier.

Several orders were spoken, yet once again, Yan Xiaobao was completely unable to decipher the words. Moments later, as he saw his friends bound in chains, his brows furrowed with deep agitation.

Xu Biao made a final effort to save them, but he was ultimately struck by the King Ranking Expert. As he attempted to pursue, Xie Lan pulled him back, her hands illuminated by green energy.

Watching Xu Biao suffer injuries, the other three friends faltered and refrained from taking action. This gave Yan Xiaobao an impression that their apparent submission stemmed from the threat of further harm to Xu Biao.

Seeing the situation unfold through the Memory Stone stirred complex emotions in Yan Xiaobao. Xu Biao and Xie Lan battled alongside other King’s Experts, yet neither of them resorted to their strongest attacks nor exhausted their martial power and spiritual energy.

Xu Yue couldn’t tell whether Xu Biao and Xie Lan had entered the battle fully aware of what might happen. But he quickly decided it didn’t matter whether their actions were intentional or not.

His plan was to leave the beautiful Capital of Thousand River Cave as swiftly as possible. Without hesitation, he brought the two King-level Experts to his side. Knowing Zhou Long valued Yan Xiaobao’s presence in the Demon Residence Cave immensely, the white-haired young man was certain that fewer assassins would come after him once he was isolated.

As for why they wanted to get rid of his friends, Yan Xiaobao remained in the dark. However, as his rage roiled within, his beautiful blue eyes had already darkened to a deep blue hue. His friends meant everything to him, and knowing they were now prisoners, fury erupted inside him like the raging Hell itself.

Yan Xiaobao quickly packed his belongings and knocked on Xu Biao’s door, hearing the reply to enter moments later. With the creak of the door, the young man walked into the room.

"I’m leaving tonight," he announced, giving them the choice to follow him or stay in the capital. The two King Ranking Experts nodded. Xie Lan was still in the room, healing Xu Biao. She had just finished before Yan Xiaobao arrived at the door.

Without waiting to see their affirmative responses, Yan Xiaobao had already turned away and left, paying little attention to the two King-level Experts who were supposed to be his friends.

As he walked away, Yan Xiaobao knew that angering the two of them was not a wise move. Back in the room, the faces of the King Ranking Experts bore somber and conflicted expressions.

"I guess he saw right through us," Xu Biao deeply sighed. "But, although we planned for them to be taken, we did change our minds." He continued speaking in an attempt to justify his actions.

"I really didn’t want our friends to be captured. We need to talk to him." He paused, gazing at the doorway through which Yan Xiaobao had passed earlier, his eyes showing determination.

Watching her boss grapple with issues of friendship, Xie Lan couldn’t help but let out a profound sigh. Although she regarded Wang Julong as her disciple, there was only one person truly important to her—Xu Biao. Seeing him so distressed over friendship was something that left her both frustrated and helpless.

"Do you think he’ll forgive you if you tell him everything?" Xie Lan asked curiously. She had always hated lying, and telling the truth was the only option she could think of.

Xu Biao nodded upon hearing her words. Honesty wasn’t a bad idea. If anything, it could clear the air between them, leading to forgiveness and reconciliation—at least, that’s what Xu Biao hoped for.

The Guild Master wasn’t the only one troubled; Yan Xiaobao was uneasy as well. He trusted Xu Biao, even more than certain other things. After watching the recording, the severity of their final actions struck him deeply. If he hadn’t suffered such serious injuries, he might have continued his efforts.

After some time, the two of them paused their thoughts and began preparing to depart for the next cave.

Three figures gathered at the exit of the courtyard, exchanging awkward glances. After a moment, Yan Xiaobao sighed heavily and allowed a faint smile to appear on his face.

"I’m sorry that your problems dragged you into all of this," he exhaled deeply, "I know you have certain ties to Zhou Long." With those words, the two King Ranking Experts exchanged a glance, visibly relieved that no further conversation was required on their end.

"Zhou Long hired us to send him updates every time we arrived at a cave. He also instructed us to look after you and ensure your safety. However, we were promised greater rewards if we managed to separate you from your friends."

"At first, we planned to do just that, but we’ve been together for so long..." Xu Biao looked regretful as he sighed deeply, "When I saw your friends being taken away, I finally decided where my loyalties lie."

As Yan Xiaobao listened, he couldn’t help but feel that the man before him was being honest. Yet their history of mutual trust made it difficult to accept. Yan Xiaobao looked at him again and decided that whether he was truthful or not didn’t matter. Ultimately, Zhou Long had ordered them to protect him so they could continue following him.