Urban Super Medical Sage-Chapter 994 - 992: It’s Really Infuriating (2nd Update)

"Keep smashing! If anyone dares to slack off, if anyone dares to hold back intentionally, I’ll make them die!" Blood God Robe roared, his voice slightly hoarse, murderous intent condensed. Over the past five months, he had killed no fewer than ten Martial Cultivators—those who refused to put in effort—serving as an example to warn others.

Upon hearing Blood God Robe’s angry howl, the thousand or so Martial Cultivators could only swallow elixirs to rapidly recover their Mysterious Qi, then continue smashing.

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Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect.

"Sect Master, has Su Chen not returned yet?" Great Elder Yuu Tianyi’s face looked grim as he stared at Sheng Yingkun, harboring an urgent concern deep in his heart.

Sheng Yingkun himself was also anxious.

It’s been nearly a year and a half now.

Not a shred of news about Su Chen!

"Sect Master, tell me honestly, is something already amiss with Su Chen but you’ve kept it from us?" Yuu Tianyi gritted his teeth and asked. He had started to suspect that Su Chen might indeed be dead.

Sometimes, rumors spread so far they start to seem true.

Right now, nearly 99.999% of the Martial Cultivators throughout the Buddha Domain likely believe Su Chen is dead.

Even within the Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect, over 90% of the sect members likely also think Su Chen has already passed away.

"I don’t know." Sheng Yingkun sighed deeply. "A year and a half ago, Young boy Su left with Nishang. After that, there has been no news whatsoever."

"Sect Master, the Sect War is only a month away!!! This Sect War might be the most closely watched in history!" Yuu Tianyi spoke gravely, his tone heavy and somber. "And this time, the Sect War happens to be hosted by Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect. Sect Master, what are we going to do?"

Sheng Yingkun remained silent.

What could be done?

Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect was about to face the greatest crisis in its history.

"Sect Master, as far as I know, Luo Zisheng of the Grand Expansion Sect is already at the Ninth Level of the Heaven Earth Sovereign Realm. Ji Yueqing of the Misty Soul Sect possesses strength nearing the Origin Domination Realm. Xuu Chi of the Blood Demon Palace is at Half-Step Origin Domination Realm. Wei Ding of the Mysterious Cloud Sect has also reached the Ninth Level of the Heaven Earth Sovereign Realm. Hao Hao of the Star Palace is similarly at the Ninth Level of the Heaven Earth Sovereign Realm." Yuu Tianyi took a deep breath and said.

"And Qingcheng?" Sheng Yingkun raised an eyebrow.

"Nalan Qingcheng is now at the Seventh Layer of the Heaven Earth Sovereign Realm, which is incredibly impressive. However, compared to Luo Zisheng, Ji Yueqing, Xuu Chi, Wei Ding, and Hao Hao, clearly... And besides these five, Grand Expansion Sect, Misty Soul Sect, and the other Five Great First-Class Powers also have additional terrifying geniuses who may not be any weaker than Nalan Qingcheng. This year’s Sect War could very well..." Yuu Tianyi trailed off, unwilling to speak the possibility that Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect could fall behind and no longer be among the Six Great First-Rank Powers.

Sheng Yingkun still remained silent.

He had heard of those individuals Yuu Tianyi mentioned. All of them were Purple Divine Mark talents, and there was no comparison—no one in Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect could rival them.

"Sect Master, there’s another matter..." Yuu Tianyi hesitated again.

"Speak!" Sheng Yingkun commanded solemnly.

"Recently, the disciples within Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect have been extremely restless. Some have already fled, defecting to the Star Palace, Grand Expansion Sect, and so on."

"Damn them!!!" Sheng Yingkun’s expression turned dark beyond description, his heart burning with rage beyond words.

"Furthermore," Yuu Tianyi continued, "figures like Zhang Ku and Song Ming have openly expressed dissatisfaction with Xiao Zhen and Jun Luoying."

"Zhang Ku and Song Ming?"

"Those two are still Outer Sect Disciples, but their talent for martial cultivation is exceptionally frightening. While not quite on par with Purple Divine Mark talents, they’re very close. These two joined Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect three months ago. When they joined, they were at roughly Fourth or Fifth Level of the Ancestor Emperor Realm. Now, they’re at the Third or Fourth Level of the Heaven Earth Sovereign Realm. Among the younger generation of Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect, apart from Nalan Qingcheng, others might not be able to compete with them at all."

"What are they dissatisfied about?" Sheng Yingkun asked indifferently.

"They’re unhappy with the treatment of Xiao Zhen and Jun Luoying."

Sheng Yingkun said nothing, simply reflecting.

Because of Su Chen, Xiao Zhen and Jun Luoying were treated exceptionally well. While their strength was not particularly high yet—they were only around the Third or Fourth Level of the Ancestral Saint Realm—the treatment and resources they received surpassed even what the Core Disciples received.

Originally, such treatment wasn’t questionable at all—it was expected. After all, Su Chen was the Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect’s number one figure and the top genius in the entire Buddha Domain. His women, no matter the privilege they enjoyed—even if they were placed above all others—it was nothing out of the ordinary.

But the key issue was that Su Chen now... was missing, his life status uncertain...

Yuu Tianyi pressed on, "Regardless of whether Su Chen is dead or alive, he has made monumental contributions to Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect, elevating it to briefly become the number one among the Six Great First-Class Powers. His women should always enjoy the finest treatment. However..."

"Pull Xiao Zhen and Jun Luoying’s special privileges," Sheng Yingkun ordered resolutely.

"What? Sect Master, you..."

Could it be that the Sect Master also doubted Su Chen?

"Don’t overthink it. What I mean is that, starting today, Xiao Zhen and Jun Luoying’s martial cultivation resources will be provided by me personally!" Sheng Yingkun affirmed earnestly. His personal resources, independent of the Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect, would go to Xiao Zhen and Jun Luoying—surely that would suffice.

Yuu Tianyi nodded.

"Sect Master, for this year’s Sect War, which disciples do you plan to send?" Yuu Tianyi asked after pondering for a moment.

"Nalan Qingcheng, Fang Chen, Li Yao, Zhang Ku, and Song Ming," Sheng Yingkun considered and responded.

"Still one spot left."

Generally, for a Sect War, a sect would send six participants.

"The last spot is Su Chen’s. Whether or not Su Chen makes it back in time, his position has been reserved."

Yuu Tianyi nodded. "Sect Master, I understand. In the next month, I’ll arrange the Shadow Capturing Formation, Shadow Capturing Crystal Screens, and other preparations..."

Shadow Capturing Formation and Shadow Capturing Crystal Screens were essentials for every Sect War, ensuring the event was broadcasted live for all Martial Cultivators throughout the Buddha Domain to see firsthand.

"You may go!" Sheng Yingkun waved dismissively, having made all necessary arrangements.

After Yuu Tianyi left, Sheng Yingkun let out a deep, weary sigh.

Perhaps this Sect War would be the moment of life and death.

If Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect did poorly, it would certainly face a steep decline.

Thinking further, with the Extraterrestrial Celestial Race arriving soon, if the Supreme Heavenly Fire Sect fell into obscurity, it might mean complete destruction.

"Young boy Su, how are you doing now? When will you return?" Sheng Yingkun murmured to himself.