Urban Immortal Doctor Master
Chapter 957: 956: Battle of the Gods against Fan Chi

Chapter 957: 956: Battle of the Gods against Fan Chi

The Peak Masters were all astute individuals. City Lord Wen’s displeasure was evident in his words. Women, ah, the less trouble you invite, the better. The more beautiful a woman is, the more dangerous she tends to be.

However, Lan Yue from the Imperial Fragrance Building truly had a way of captivating men.

If it weren’t for knowing her identity, these Peak Masters might not have been able to resist their admiration. Now, though they might harbor such thoughts in their hearts, they wouldn’t act on them.

Reputation matters far more to them.

The Imperial Fragrance Building wasn’t a place they’d visit under normal circumstances, and as for whether any of them went in secret, no one could say for certain.

For now, everyone’s attention was focused on Fan Chi.

Unexpectedly, just as the threat of the God Ghost Sect emerged, the fierce beast Fan Chi was the first to make a move.

The ones who first discovered it were all Emperor Realm Late Stage and even Emperor Realm-level experts.

Those with lower cultivation who approached were simply marching to their death; they could only observe from afar this ancient fierce beast.

Two gigantic, antler-like horns, a sharp face resembling a pangolin, a dragon-like stature—but instead of scales, its body was covered with an ugly sheet of armor plates.

But do not underestimate those armor plates; though hideous, their attacks are highly destructive.

Moreover, they are regenerative.

A look at the earlier group that went forward reveals it all—Emperor Realm beings were instantly killed, and their deaths were precisely caused by the armor plates on Fan Chi.

Even Divine Emperor Realm individuals suffered injuries; this Fan Chi was far more terrifying than imagined.

What’s even more horrifying is how these people provoked this newly awakened beast.

Initially, it hadn’t planned to attack human cities, but now, it seemed it had nothing to hold back.

Kill!

Fan Chi, after all, was no friend to kindness, and after its slumber, its body underwent ancestral return and had already surpassed the standards of Ancient Times.

However, it seemed to be temporarily unable to take flight.

It remained in a state of familiarization.

Human warriors continued their relentless attacks, driven by fury at the loss of their friends and brothers among the dead.

Unfortunately, the human efforts were futile; their attacks landed on Fan Chi but caused no substantial harm.

Retreat and activate the formation.

There was no other choice. Witnessing the situation, no one could remain calm. As City Lord, he had to make swift decisions.

Enough watching; protecting the city was now the most important priority.

Should an actual assault happen, even if the experts of Wandao Sect hurried over, they might not be able to stop it.

Besides, there was no certainty they would intervene.

After all, for the sect, guarding its own was paramount. If some experts were wounded and the sect then faced a threat from adversaries like the God Ghost Sect, the consequences would be dire.

Thus, City Lord Wen decisively commanded a retreat into the city and activated the fivefold defensive formation.

His decision preserved Wandao City, showcasing the decisiveness and courage expected of a City Lord.

Leadership isn’t something anyone can assume at will.

It involves an expansive breadth of knowledge.

One must be well-informed, not necessarily a master of everything, but at least knowledgeable on various topics. To one’s superiors, show respect; to subordinates, understanding. The more versatile and multifaceted a leader is, the better their success.

Most leaders are eloquent—eloquence stems from having a reservoir of insight.

Not merely parroting others, but having independent judgments and viewpoints. Conversation is a skill, an art that requires technique—not something as simple as having a mouth to speak.

Knowing what to say to whom, and discussing appropriate topics, is never arbitrary.

City Lord Wen’s ascension to his position wasn’t due to overwhelming cultivation; he wasn’t as strong as even a Peak Master of Wandao Sect. Rather, he excelled in holistic knowledge and handling both big and small matters effectively. Under his governance, the city thrived and flourished.

But if mishandled, a large city could still meet its ruin.

Let me ask, who would want to remain in a city that constantly puts people on edge? Even merchants would rarely consider such a place for business.

This is why addressing small matters before large ones in city management carries its rationale.

Major incidents are less frequent and thus easier to control, but minor issues are often tricky because they are easily overlooked by the controller. Neglecting them could allow small problems to escalate into major crises, creating catastrophic consequences in the end.

Take this instance of decisively retreating into the city—some may argue that since they have defensive formations, there was no urgency to retreat and they could simply wait to see if Fan Chi attacked.

Had they truly done that, Wandao City would have likely suffered over half its infrastructure destroyed.

Don’t be fooled that Fan Chi couldn’t yet fly; its speed on land earned it the title of King of the Ground. Wherever it passed, its internal ferocious flames annihilated all living beings around it.

Even Emperor Realm Gods were no exception.

Completely unstoppable.

Those who attempted to escape all became food for Fan Chi.

Its long, jagged mouth resembled a passageway tall enough for two adults, its sharp teeth gleaming with an intimidating icy light.

A closer look revealed a cluster of fiery silver light within Fan Chi’s mouth, likely the Water Element Primordial Spirit Pearl.

At this moment, it was merely relying on external force. Should it unleash its strongest attacks, how many among the fleeing gods would escape?

However, these individuals did have resources; while they weren’t fierce in combat, they excelled in fleeing—something Tang Feng witnessed firsthand.

Meanwhile, seeing Tang Feng, who hadn’t returned to the city but remained near Fan Chi, some started worrying. “How about we retreat to the city too?” Lan Yue suggested.

“No need to worry; it won’t attack us,” Tang Feng said, his arms crossed as he stood atop a Dragon Eagle.

“Why won’t it attack us?”

Tang Feng pointed to the Purple Gold Dragon Eagle beneath his feet. “Don’t you notice what it resembles?”

“An eagle, of course. What else could it resemble?” Lan Yue asked curiously.

“Look closer,” Tang Feng said as he triggered the Purple Gold Dragon Eagle’s transformation.

The next moment, the eagle transformed into a dragon, startling Lan Yue.

The Purple Gold Dragon Eagle, carrying the bloodline of the Dragon Clan, had evolved over hundreds of years to become a half-dragon creature.

Besides the tail, claws, and head, which were yet to complete their metamorphosis, its other features were indistinguishable from those of a dragon.

Though its dragon scales were smaller, they were indeed authentic dragon scales. However, the transformation lasted briefly, about several hundred breaths before reverting to its original form.

Meanwhile, Fan Chi sensed something and ceased its assault on Wandao City. It realized that all its efforts were in vain.

It wasn’t that the defensive formation couldn’t be breached, but rather that by the time it was broken, the formation had already restored itself.

City Lord Wen spared no expense, utilizing materials and Divine Crystals to ensure the formation’s rapid recovery.

Now the desired effect was achieved.

Fan Chi, whose intelligence rivaled that of humans, naturally wouldn’t waste its energy.

Spotting the Dragon Eagle, Fan Chi eagerly initiated a communication.

But upon seeing Tang Feng and Lan Yue on its back, all its excitement instantly dissipated.

“Little Dragon, what’s it saying?”

“Master, it’s asking why I would willingly serve as a Pet Servant to humans. It looks down on me,” the Purple Gold Dragon Eagle replied angrily.

“Heh, it’s a false pride. Sooner or later, I’ll subdue it and make it your underling,” Tang Feng said with a laugh.

“Master, it’s too powerful. You shouldn’t act recklessly,” the Purple Gold Dragon Eagle quickly warned.

“Don’t worry. To handle it doesn’t require brute force. Look, the ones who can deal with it are coming,” the Purple Gold Dragon Eagle said, glancing into the distance where Divine Ships carrying All Gods were flying toward Fan Chi.

“The real spectacle is only beginning,” Tang Feng said again.

For reasons unknown, Lan Yue suddenly felt a trace of pity for Fan Chi.

“Will it win the fight?”

“No idea, but it won’t die. What I want is to crush its pride so thoroughly that it’ll obediently be your mount,” Tang Feng said with a smile.