Urban Extraordinary Immortal Doctor -
Chapter 1347: Li Chenzhou at Your Service
Chapter 1347: Chapter 1347: Li Chenzhou at Your Service
"Shameless woman!"
When Xia Chenyu saw Zu Hanjiao earlier claiming she didn’t want to implicate Fang Bai, yet now chasing after him once he’d truly left, her conviction deepened that this woman had ulterior motives for approaching Fang Bai.
"Let her follow us."
Just as Xia Chenyu was about to turn back to block Zu Hanjiao and mock her with biting ridicule to drive her away, Fang Bai’s untimely voice rang out.
Xia Chenyu could ignore others’ words, but Fang Bai’s commands were never disobeyed. She pursed her lips, cast Zu Hanjiao a hostile glare, and grudgingly stepped aside.
"I... I just feel safer staying with you all... but rest assured, once we leave Spirit Lake City and reach somewhere safe, I’ll separate from you and won’t keep following, so as not to trouble you."
Zu Hanjiao chased up to Fang Bai, glanced at the cold-faced Xia Chenyu, and then lowered her head, nervously twisting the corner of her clothes, and said pitifully.
Her delicate and meek demeanor could evoke protective instincts in many, but what it earned was several contemptuous eye-rolls from Xia Chenyu.
"You woman, can’t you see the three of them clearly don’t want to travel with you? Why must you insist on seeking their protection? I, Yan Chongtian, a dignified Innate Perfection expert, am I not capable of protecting you?"
Yan Chongtian strode forward, discontented, and addressed Zu Hanjiao.
"Our Jade Bamboo Mountain is a prestigious Innate Sect, filled with formidable warriors. Are we not stronger than those three? If you’re seeking refuge, joining us would be the most fitting choice!"
The senior members of Jade Bamboo Mountain stepped forward to continue their persuasion.
Innate Spirit Root Martial Artists are rare and sought-after, so both Yan Chongtian and the seniors of Jade Bamboo Mountain hoped to bring Zu Hanjiao into their fold.
However, Zu Hanjiao seemed to have her heart set solely on Fang Bai and paid no heed to Yan Chongtian and the senior members’ attempts to win her over.
Seeing their efforts repeatedly rebuffed, Yan Chongtian and the senior members felt deeply frustrated, and at the same time began harboring resentment toward Fang Bai.
Yan Chongtian grew especially bitter and attributed Zu Hanjiao’s determination to follow Fang Bai to her being captivated by his youthful attractiveness.
"I am Yan Chongtian, a Loose Cultivator. May I ask for your esteemed names?"
Yan Chongtian clasped his fists toward Fang Bai and Li Chenzhou, his deep voice sounding subdued as he inquired.
As he spoke, he widened his eyes and carefully scrutinized Fang Bai and Li Chenzhou. His previously dismissive expression gradually grew serious.
Fang Bai and Li Chenzhou had not intentionally suppressed their cultivation levels, so Yan Chongtian realized upon first glance that both were Innate Perfection experts.
Having long considered himself the foremost Innate Perfection expert of the True Martial Realm, Yan Chongtian initially felt surprised by Fang Bai’s youthfulness but hadn’t thought much of the duo.
After all, even among Innate Perfection experts, there existed significant disparities in strength.
Yan Chongtian presumed that, given his age advantage over Fang Bai and Li Chenzhou, along with his extensive experience and battle-hardened skills, his strength would certainly surpass theirs.
Yet now, as he carefully observed Fang Bai and Li Chenzhou, he realized just how ridiculously mistaken he was.
Yan Chongtian, who had always believed he’d reached the pinnacle of the Martial Dao in this world, now felt humbled as he stood before Fang Bai and Li Chenzhou. A sense of "even the most skilled are surpassed" washed over him.
This realization alone proved that Fang Bai and Li Chenzhou’s strength surpassed his own.
"My name is Fang Bai."
Fang Bai wasn’t the type to be arrogant or boastful. Since Yan Chongtian had introduced himself, he casually gave his own name in response.
"I am Li Chenzhou."
Li Chenzhou, wearing a faintly mischievous smile, deliberately enunciated his name word by word.
The moment the name "Li Chenzhou" was spoken, a stunned silence fell over the Innate Martial Artists present, save for Fang Bai and Xia Chenyu.
"You... You are Li Chenzhou?"
Yan Chongtian’s eyes widened further, pointing at Li Chenzhou in astonishment as he blurted out.
Li Chenzhou gave a sly, almost mocking smile and said, "Precisely."
"You... This... I..."
Yan Chongtian stammered wildly, unable to form coherent sentences, his face flushing with shame as he recalled the insulting, provocative remarks he’d made about Li Chenzhou earlier.
Before meeting Li Chenzhou in person, Yan Chongtian had been supremely confident, believing a duel between them would undoubtedly result in his victory.
Yet now, knowing the man before him was truly Li Chenzhou, Yan Chongtian felt no confidence at all in defeating him.
If at this moment Li Chenzhou were to challenge Yan Chongtian, he wasn’t certain he’d even have the courage to accept the duel.
Especially with Fang Bai, another enigmatic, overwhelmingly strong expert whose true power was unfathomable, standing by Li Chenzhou’s side.
If Fang Bai and Li Chenzhou joined forces, Yan Chongtian thought he’d be lucky enough to escape with his life.
Fortunately, after revealing their names, Fang Bai and Li Chenzhou said nothing more. They simply left alongside Xia Chenyu.
Zu Hanjiao trailed slightly behind, lowering her head as she followed the trio away.
"Phew..."
Watching the backs of the four figures recede into the distance, Yan Chongtian exhaled heavily, only then realizing a sheen of cold sweat had gathered on his back.
The senior members of Jade Cloud Mountain felt a bitter disappointment seeing Zu Hanjiao ultimately follow Fang Bai and the others away.
However, being seasoned and shrewd men, they noticed even Yan Chongtian, a formidable expert, held reservations about dealing with Li Chenzhou and Fang Bai. They dared not chase after Zu Hanjiao.
Other Martial Artists, finding no further drama to witness, dispersed quietly amidst their own murmured conversations.
Fang Bai and company returned to the Yuezhi Inn, where a disagreement arose over how to arrange accommodations for Zu Hanjiao.
"I and Miss Zu are both women. Let her share a room with me."
This was Xia Chenyu’s stance.
She suggested Zu Hanjiao stay with her primarily to keep an eye on her, ensuring she couldn’t seduce Fang Bai.
Though Xia Chenyu believed Fang Bai possessed unyielding resolve and wouldn’t be easily swayed by another woman’s charms.
Still, Fang Bai was, after all, a young man in his early twenties, with vitality and fervor coursing through him. It wouldn’t hurt to be cautious given Zu Hanjiao’s persistent allure.
According to Xia Chenyu’s knowledge, so far, Fang Bai hadn’t crossed moral boundaries with any of the women close to him, nor had he consummated any romantic relationships. How could she allow Zu Hanjiao, this sudden newcomer, to take such liberties?
"Let Miss Zu stay in the room next to mine—this will allow me to protect her better."
This was Fang Bai’s stance.
Given Zu Hanjiao’s explanation about provoking the "Soul Summoning Hall," a notorious powerhouse teeming with experts, Fang Bai, whose strength surpassed even Li Chenzhou, felt he was best suited to protect Zu Hanjiao.
Judging by Zu Hanjiao’s attitude, she was clearly eager to stay near Fang Bai, but Xia Chenyu vehemently opposed this idea.
"How about we let Miss Zu stay next to me instead? Brother Fang, while my strength may not match yours, it’s still quite formidable, wouldn’t you say?"
Finally, Li Chenzhou spoke up.
Finding Zu Hanjiao’s abrupt appearance and unclear identity suspicious, Li Chenzhou shared Xia Chenyu’s concerns and leaned toward her proposal.
In the end, it was Xia Chenyu who arranged accommodations for Zu Hanjiao, booking her a room next to Li Chenzhou, deliberately keeping her far away from Fang Bai.
Under this arrangement, if Zu Hanjiao wished to approach Fang Bai, she’d have to pass through both Li Chenzhou’s and Xia Chenyu’s quarters. There was no chance for her to be alone with Fang Bai.
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