Urban Martial Saint

After observing these people, Ye Qing quietly withdrew and sought Bai Li Xi for information about their condition.

Bai Li Xi’s expression was more serious than ever, and he said gravely, ”Given their current state, nobody can heal their injuries unless my master were still alive. I’ve communicated with my junior apprentice brother, and even with both of us combined, we can’t heal their wounds!”

Ning Qianshu was also in the Twelve Green Halls, but he hadn’t come to Shenchuan City. In the recent rescue operation, Ning Qianshu and Bai Li Xi collaborated for the first time, but the result was futile. What they had learned simply wasn’t enough to heal these people’s injuries.

After hearing Bai Li Xi’s words, Ye Qing frowned even more deeply. If even Bai Li Xi and Ning Qianshu couldn’t heal these people, then who could? Could it be that they were destined to lie there indefinitely?

Ye Qing actually wanted to use the Devouring Demon Flower to restore these individuals first. However, recalling the warning from Heavenly Master Lin Xuan Yue, he refrained from doing so. Still, he wished to consult Lin Xuan Yue to inquire why the Devouring Demon Flower carried endless repercussions.

After spending a brief moment with Bai Li Xi, Ye Qing went to see Fu Qingping. Last night, Fu Qingping had battled that person, so he was likely the most aware of the situation.

Upon arriving at Fu Qingping’s place, Ye Qing noticed a man in a green robe seated there. The man was around forty to fifty years old, yet appeared rather young. He had an amiable appearance, with an unrestrained demeanor, resembling an otherworldly sage.

”Ah, Ye Qing, you’ve returned!” Fu Qingping nodded slightly upon seeing Ye Qing, and gestured towards the man, ”This gentleman is Heavenly Master Lin Xuan Yue of the Twelve Green Halls!”

Ye Qing had long heard of the name of Heavenly Master Lin Xuan Yue, but didn’t expect to meet him here. Lin Xuan Yue was considered a legendary figure in the Twelve Green Halls, comparable to the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance in power. However, unlike Hong Alliance, the Twelve Green Halls’ power was highly concentrated, all under the control of Heavenly Master Lin Xuan Yue. In contrast, Helian Tiehua, despite overseeing the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance, faced defiance from the Seven Great Families and attempts by the Elders Council to control him, with the Supreme Elder gradually asserting absolute power. This disparity in hierarchical coordination left Hong Alliance lacking the decisiveness of the Twelve Green Halls.

Heavenly Master Lin Xuan Yue not only commanded the entire Twelve Green Halls but was also immensely respected by his subordinates. Even the rebellious figures like Ding Lianshun and Yin Xianzi, who feared no Corpse Ghost Dragon, would comply without hesitation with any order from Lin Xuan Yue, even if it meant climbing Knife Mountain or diving into Sea of Fire. This illustrated the extraordinary personal charisma of Lin Xuan Yue!

”Alliance Leader Ye!” As Ye Qing was stunned, Lin Xuan Yue had already cupped his hands and said, ”Alliance Leader Ye’s reputation precedes you. It is indeed a pleasure to meet you, so long overdue!”

Lin Xuan Yue spoke with sincerity and warmth, as if he genuinely felt meeting Ye Qing was long overdue.

Ye Qing watched Lin Xuan Yue’s expression, unsure how much of his words were genuine. Nevertheless, Ye Qing masked his thoughts and reciprocated the gesture with polite formalities, then took his seat beside Fu Qingping.

”I heard that yesterday someone attacked the Twelve Green Halls and stole the Heaven Earth Man Tri-Map personally guarded by Master Lin.” Once seated, Ye Qing looked at Lin Xuan Yue and said, ”Then, Master must have faced that person?”

Ye Qing was actually wary of Lin Xuan Yue, having opposed the Twelve Green Halls upon arriving in Shenchuan City, with Lin Xuan Yue scheming against him multiple times. First luring Southeast Asian Sorcerer to confront him, then dispatching Ding Lianshun Yin Xianzi to exhaust his luck, nearly costing Ye Qing his life, all while Lin Xuan Yue remained unseen, showcasing his depth of strategy. Against such a person, Ye Qing had to remain cautious.

Lin Xuan Yue was open, nodding slowly, ”I did face him. His skills can only be described as unfathomable. If not for my master’s life-saving technique, I would have perished last night!”

Ye Qing initially wanted to ask why Lin Xuan Yue wasn’t injured despite the encounter. As a peak master, Lin Xuan Yue hadn’t reached a state beyond pinnacle. With many in the Twelve Green Halls wounded, Lin Xuan Yue remained unscathed, which was suspicious.

However, Lin Xuan Yue’s explanation eased Ye Qing’s doubts. As Wuji’s disciple, it’s not impossible that Wuji provided him life-preserving techniques. Wuji being the foremost expert in the Taoist Sect naturally held remarkable prowess.

”Did Master discern this person’s lineage?” Ye Qing inquired.

”I’m here to discuss this matter with Mr. Fu,” Lin Xuan Yue glanced at Fu Qingping beside him, ”Does Mr. Fu find my speculation accurate?”

Lin Xuan Yue’s manner of addressing Fu Qingping surprised Ye Qing, given Lin Xuan Yue seemed younger and should address Fu Qingping as a senior. But why did he address him this way?

Ye Qing wasn’t aware that Lin Xuan Yue, despite his youthful appearance, was indeed from the same generation as Fu Qingping. He apprenticed under Wuji long ago, during Wuji’s century-long entrapment on Mount Duwang alongside The Immortal Lord, meaning his apprenticeship dates back a century. Lin Xuan Yue’s age certainly exceeded a hundred years.

Fu Qingping took a deep breath, ”If this is true, it complicates matters. The Sword Saint Sect is currently waging war against the Wanyan Family. Why would they suddenly attempt to seize items unlocking the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates? Are they really so arrogant as to expand the conflict?”

”The Sword Saint Sect?” Ye Qing was startled. How did this matter involve them? Did they conduct the attack and theft last night?

Fu Qingping nodded, ”The attacker’s technique resembled the Sword Saint Sect’s, suggesting it likely involved them!”

Ye Qing furrowed his brow. The Sword Saint Sect was fighting the Wanyan Family; why attack Shenchuan City now? Their power was great, but to oppose the whole world seemed beyond their reach. Even the Wanyan Family was formidable. Before settling matters with them, the Sword Saint Sect wouldn’t likely draw further enemies, would they?

Thinking this, Ye Qing suddenly turned to Lin Xuan Yue, ”Master Lin, when will the Heaven Earth Man Tri-Map fully reveal itself?”

”Guessing is difficult.” Lin Xuan Yue shook his head, ”I estimate less than a month remains before the precise location of the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates is known. Yet, each revelation of the Heaven Earth Man Tri-Map varies in speed, making exact timing unpredictable.”

”A month’s time.” Ye Qing was even more surprised, having assumed the Heaven Earth Man Tri-Map would soon be fully revealed and thus incited the Sword Saint Sect’s struggle. However, it appeared not so. If a month remained, the Sword Saint Sect’s premature seizure of the Heaven Earth Man Tri-Map and Seven Keys was futile. Knowing these items are with them, none would spare them!

”Why would they seize it so early with such a long wait?” Ye Qing asked gravely.

Fu Qingping and Lin Xuan Yue, equally puzzled, couldn’t discern the Sword Saint Sect’s motive.

”At least the Seven Keys weren’t entirely seized. The Sun Shooting Bow remains in Shenchuan City, preventing them from opening the Heaven Earth Man Three Gates!” Lin Xuan Yue looked at Fu Qingping, ”My master will arrive in Shenchuan City within days to personally handle it. Meanwhile, I ask Mr. Fu to guard the Sun Shooting Bow and prevent the acquisition of all Seven Keys!”

”I’ll do my best!” Fu Qingping nodded, cautious when facing the Sword Saint Sect given their formidable strength.

Ye Qing nodded, ”Shijia will also arrive in Shenchuan City in two days. Together, we can strategize and reclaim these items first!”

”Is Shijia senior also coming?” Lin Xuan Yue was astonished, unaware of Shijia’s involvement.

”Yes!” Ye Qing nodded; Shijia was en route. If not for his aversion to flying, he’d already be in Shenchuan City.

”That’s fantastic!” Lin Xuan Yue, beaming with joy, remarked, ”With senior Shijia, along with my master and Mr. Fu, we’ll surely confront the Sword Saint Sect. Thus, let’s wait on this matter.”

”We can wait on it, but what about the injured ones?” Ye Qing asked Lin Xuan Yue and Fu Qingping, ”If Bai Li Xi can’t heal them, is there another way?”

Fu Qingping sighed lightly, ”The power of a beyond peerless master differs from a peak master’s. Injuries from such power require healing by one of equal standing or beyond, not just anyone can heal them.”