Reborn Medicine King

Xian Hu chuckled, "If it's caught your attention, it must be something extraordinary, worth the risk. Just let me know when you plan to act, so I can prepare in advance."    

"Don't worry, I can handle this minor issue myself. When the time comes, just find a chance to leave. Myriad Clouds Mountain's Heaven Pavilion is my territory, and you can visit anytime."    

That evening, the two of them took a brief walk around the outskirts, accompanied by some Heaven Pavilion practitioners. Jiang Fann walked behind, carefully sensing the direction of the Divine Spell's aura. He had no concrete plan, intending to investigate during the night, assess the situation with the scroll, and then decide on his next move.    

As for the Heaven Pavilion practitioners, they weren't wary of Xian Hu. After all, Xian Hu had been absent for a long time, back when the Low Nine Heavens hadn't yet returned to the Nine Desolations. At that time, Jiang Fann wasn't particularly powerful, and only a few people knew about the connection between Xian Hu and Jiang Fann.    

Moreover, since Xian Hu's recent reappearance, the Heaven Pavilion had been keeping an eye on him. They were certain he had never interacted with the Pavilion, indicating no affiliation. A few years ago, he even had a major battle with Wan Chengfeng over a legacy. Although he ultimately lost, it made everyone aware of his presence. It was after this event that the Heaven Pavilion became even more eager for him to join, especially since Wan Chengfeng was one of Jiang Fann's people.    

Late at night, Jiang Fann slipped out of his room. With his current skills, the nearby disciples of the Heavenly Palace couldn't detect his presence. Taking advantage of the night, Jiang Fann slowly moved deeper into the palace, curious about the presence that had stirred such a reaction from the Divine Spell.    

Occasionally, patrolling disciples would pass by, and Jiang Fann would quickly blend into the shadows, waiting for them to leave before continuing on his way.    

Soon, he caught the scent of herbs in the air. Moving in that direction, he realized it led to the palace's Medicine Hut, a place he was somewhat familiar with, having once obtained the Universe Furnace there.    

He then noticed a figure hurrying past, and to his surprise, it was Jia Yi.    

Jiang Fann hadn't expected to see Jia Yi at the Heavenly Palace.    

Jia Yi rushed into the Medicine Hut and soon emerged with another figure, heading further into the depths of the palace.    

The sight of the figure beside Jia Yi made Jiang Fann's heart skip a beat, his brow furrowing as a flicker of hostility crossed his eyes.    

The figure seemed to sense something and turned to look in Jiang Fann's direction, but failed to spot him hidden in the darkness.    

Seeing the young figure, Jiang Fann's hand trembled slightly, not out of fear, but excitement, like a predator spotting its prey.    

He muttered to himself, "Chen Yuan! You sure were hard to find..."    

A flood of memories surged through Jiang Fann's mind, and his gaze turned even colder.    

Chen Yuan seemed a bit suspicious but didn't linger to observe. Instead, he quickly left with Jia Yi, clearly having other matters to attend to.    

As Chen Yuan's figure disappeared into the distance, Jiang Fann's mind conjured an image of a somber face, bearing a strong resemblance to Chen Yuan but much older. This was the very person who, before Jiang Fann's rebirth, conspired with Jia Yi to betray him, targeting his Chapter of Pill Dao. They had crossed paths many times and even shared a decent rapport, but unfortunately, Jiang Fann had misjudged their character.    

Possessing valuable skills can be a curse, and coupled with Jiang Fann's previous single-minded focus on the Pill Dao, his combat abilities were lacking, leading to his downfall.    

Since his rebirth, Jiang Fann had kept an eye out for any sign of Chen Yuan but found nothing. With Chen Yuan yet to rise to prominence, Jiang Fann had no clue about his origins. The world had changed significantly, altering the destinies of many, so Jiang Fann had let go of these memories, leaving it to fate until he returned and saw Jia Yi, which brought everything back.    

Unexpectedly, after Jia Yi's appearance, Chen Yuan also emerged. Now, his abilities were quite impressive, still a genius in the Pill Dao. Jiang Fann could sense the presence of a unique fire within him.    

"Perfect, perfect! Let's deal with this all at once! But first, I need to get my hands on the Divine Spell, then I'll take care of you."    

Jiang Fann steadied himself, resisting the urge for immediate revenge. Now a practitioner at the Mortal Separating Stage, he managed to control his emotions, though the murderous intent in his eyes was unmistakable. He knew this guy was trouble waiting to happen.    

Jiang Fann noticed that the direction the two were heading was exactly where he sensed the remnants of the Divine Spell. He continued to suppress his presence, trailing behind them to ensure they wouldn't detect him.    

As they ascended the mountain, Jiang Fann kept calming himself down. Otherwise, seeing those two ahead, he always felt the urge to strike them down. However, as they climbed higher, he felt the Creation Spell of Heaven and Earth within him becoming increasingly active, indicating he was getting closer to the remnants.    

Yet, Jiang Fann wasn't sure if this was good news. The area around the remnants might be occupied, possibly by experts, making it difficult for him to act.    

Along the way, every practitioner they encountered showed great respect to Chen Yuan, indicating his high status. Due to the urgency of this outing, Jiang Fann hadn't had much time to understand the situation at the Heaven Pavilion. Tao Zhen and the others were unaware of Jiang Fann's connection to Chen Yuan, so they hadn't given him any special warnings.    

Outside a large courtyard, Jiang Fann saw the two enter directly. He sensed several strong presences within, clearly indicating they were experts.    

Jiang Fann hadn't even reached the entrance when he heard Chen Yuan's voice coming from the courtyard.    

"I'm all set here, but the master doesn't plan to join us."    

Then Zhang Qianren's voice followed. "It seems the Medicine Master is still hesitant to act against the Sacred Tree. However, Jiang Fann's medicine arts are quite unique. We might need Master Xing's help to suppress them. We must ensure this operation is foolproof. We can't give Jiang Fann any chance to turn the tables. What he possesses is valuable to everyone here. Isn't the legendary Chapter of Pill Dao enough to entice the Medicine Master to act?"    

Chen Yuan replied, "The master has already entered the ranks of the Immortal Herb Masters. While he's intrigued by the Chapter of Pill Dao, it's not particularly compelling to him. The chapter is mine, and I'll handle Jiang Fann's medicine arts. Besides, with so many seniors present, how could a mere junior pharmacist interfere? Given his level, his arts would barely affect you all. It's better to focus on the experts from the Heaven Pavilion."    

Their conversation left Jiang Fann stunned. He never expected them to know that the Creation Spell of Heaven and Earth was with him. Even more surprising was that Chen Yuan had once betrayed him for the Chapter of Pill Dao, and now it seemed history was repeating itself.    

He frowned, thinking to himself, "Is this fate's way of balancing the scales?"    

Approaching the entrance quietly, he peered into the courtyard. The current master of the Heaven Pavilion, Zhang Qianren, had reached the peak of the Mortal Separating Stage, showcasing his extraordinary talent.    

Jiang Fann glanced around, his attention immediately drawn to a middle-aged man. The man was burly, and though his aura was restrained, Jiang Fann felt an overwhelming sense of pressure from him. Even the most advanced practitioners nearby couldn't exert such force.    

What intrigued Jiang Fann more was the familiar layer of 'energy' he sensed from the man. In that moment, Jiang Fann realized what was happening. This middle-aged practitioner exuded the aura of the Creation Spell of Heaven and Earth, indicating he also possessed the remnants of the spell and had even begun mastering the Divine Spell.    

Jiang Fann was well aware of the stringent conditions required to practice the Divine Spell. Even if an ordinary practitioner obtained it, they couldn't train in it, as the introductory chapter required a mortal body—meaning no cultivation. Few could unravel this secret.    

In ancient times, the Divine Spell was highly coveted, yet few truly mastered it. This man was the first Jiang Fann had encountered who had. Jiang Fann felt relieved that he had consistently suppressed the aura of his own Divine Spell; otherwise, the man would surely have sensed his presence. This realization made Jiang Fann even more cautious.    

Feeling the energy this man emitted, Jiang Fann was almost certain he was a master of incredible strength, likely at the pinnacle of his realm.    

However, the conversation in the courtyard made Jiang Fann's expression gradually turn grim.    

"The team sent to capture Wan Chengfeng has started closing in. According to the reports, for some unknown reason, he's near the Heavenly Palace. We've already sent reinforcements," Zhang Qianren said, glancing at Chen Yuan and the others.    

"What's the situation with Jiang Tianhai?" Chen Yuan replied, "During my apprentice's time at Myriad Clouds Mountain, he encountered Jiang Tianhai. So, the person we've captured must be him. With him in our hands, I don't believe Jiang Fann will refuse to cooperate."    

Jia Yi nodded repeatedly. "Don't worry, the one in the Heavenly Prison is definitely Jiang Fann's father. If we've captured the wrong person, I'll take full responsibility."    

Jiang Fann's eyes were cold. He never expected that his father, who was training outside, would be captured by the Heavenly Palace and thrown into the Heavenly Prison. He retrieved the Spirit Attached Jade and contacted Xian Hu. "Brother, I need your help."    

Xian Hu, who was resting at his place at the foot of the mountain, responded immediately. "Why the serious tone? Just tell me what's going on."    

"I'll distract all the experts at the Heavenly Palace. I need you to go to the back mountain's Heavenly Prison and help me rescue someone. There should be a formidable formation there. Do you have a way to break it?"    

"The Heavenly Prison? I don't know the exact location!"    

Jiang Fann said, "I know the location. Wait for me where you are. I'll come to meet you first."    

"Alright!"    

Jiang Fann fought the urge to rush out and confront Chen Yuan and his group, forcing himself to stay calm. He knew he couldn't waste time here. Even if he wanted to engage with these skilled individuals, this wasn't the right place. At the very least, he needed to be outside the grand formation of the Heavenly Palace.    

After his breakthrough and under the effects of the elixir, even experts at the peak of the Reincarnation Stage couldn't detect his presence.    

Descending the mountain swiftly, Jiang Fann headed straight to Xian Hu's room. Without hesitation, he set up a barrier to prevent eavesdropping. He retrieved a piece of spiritual jade and etched his father's likeness and the location of the celestial prison onto it.    

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