Category: A Man Like None Other

Chapter 792 Ineffective

Many people who lived there left their houses to gaze at the colorful clouds in the sky. A few children were even playing around happily.

Axton and the other elders gaped at the scene before their eyes in utter bewilderment.

Even though they had achieved the level of Martial Arts Grandmaster, they could not help but be astonished by the magecraft that was powerful enough to gather the energy of heaven and earth and also control the weather. After all, none of them was adept at the field of arcane array.

The Lord of Medicine God Sect appeared like a deity descending upon the world, floating in midair under the brilliant lights from the clouds.

“You brat. Hand me the Divine Cauldron and ‘Holy Guide to Pill Crafting.’ Perhaps I can consider sparing your life if you abide by my instruction,” the Lord of Medicine God Sect said while staring at Jared coldly.

“Divine Cauldron?” Axton and the rest of the elders were taken aback as they turned to gaze at Jared.

“Jared, is that miniature cauldron of yours truly the Divine Cauldron?” Axton asked in disbelief.

Jared nodded. “Yes. It seems to me that your Lord has been targeting my Divine Cauldron from the beginning!”

Axton fell silent afterward. The Lord of Medicine God Sect’s words had clearly relayed his intention to take the cauldron by force now that he had fallen out with Jared.

“Come and retrieve it if you’re so capable,” Jared said to the Lord of Medicine God Sect while slowly looking up at him.

“Brat, I’ve been setting up this arcane array for the past thirty years in this place. I can channel the energy of heaven and earth as well as concentrate all the lethal intent around here. Even these elders could not withstand a hit from me. Do you still intend to fight back in this case?” the Lord of Medicine God Sect uttered creepily.

“Your arcane array is impressive. Regrettably, it is ineffective against me.” Jared shook his head.

“I see. You’re not willing to give up after all.” The Lord of Medicine God Sect performed a technique after saying that. The rainbow-colored clouds began churning and soon turned into a massive whirlpool directed at Jared.

Axton and the other elders were horrified by that sight. Even Martial Arts Grandmasters like them could feel the enormous pressure from the tornado.

At that moment, Jared could also feel the powerful force closing in on his entire being, but he showed no fear. Instead, Jared was staring at the tornado composed of lethal intent with a burning desire in his eyes.

Axton glanced at Jared peculiarly. He could not fathom the changes in Jared’s facial expression.

Unbeknownst to them, that tornado was a rare and precious cultivation resource to Jared.

Jared would not have cared if that had been a natural tornado, but because that vortex was actually a concentrated form of lethal intent produced by the arcane array, Jared could use his Focus Technique to absorb all the lethal intent.

“Jared, I am going to help you block this attack, but I sincerely hope that you are not lying to me.”

With that, Axton waved his arms and produced a protective barrier in front of his body.

“Stand back, Mr. Knox.”

Upon seeing that, Jared would not allow Axton to shield him from the tornado.

He moved forward in one swift motion, arriving in front of Axton and pushing the latter backward.

Axton was stupefied.

He had witnessed Jared’s strength. Although Jared could fare well against some newly advanced Martial Arts Grandmasters, he was certain Jared could not win him in a fight.

However, Jared had just pushed him to the back and decided to take that attack alone. Is he planning on ending his own life?

Even with that thought in his mind, Axton did not believe Jared would do so.

After the Lord of Medicine God Sect noticed that scene, he stared at Jared coldly and said, “You’re too arrogant, brat.”

Boom!

The tornado formed by pure lethal intent charged in Jared’s direction while sending chunks of rocks flying everywhere and carving a deep crevice on the ground.

Everyone in the Medicine God Sect was shocked by that sight because such awful weather had never befallen Medicine God Sect in the years since its establishment.

Chapter 791 Traitor

“My Lord, since Jared knows about ‘Holy Guide to Pill Crafting,’ he must have met with the previous Lord. We just want to know where he is now,” Axton explained.

“I am your Lord now, and I command you to kill this person at once,” the Lord of Medicine God Sect demanded while glaring at Axton.

Axton was at a loss upon receiving the instruction. The other elders remained rooted to their spots too.

The Lord of Medicine God Sect ballooned with rage after seeing the elders idling.

“You’re all a bunch of rubbish! I’ve provided for all of you in the past thirty years and given you the vitality pills, yet you’re all neglecting my orders because of that old fool. I’m eliminating all of you today.”

The Lord of Medicine God Sect’s clothes swirled even though there was no wind inside the dining hall. The entire building shook as if resonating with the Lord’s fury.

“Let’s get out of here for now.”

Jared left the hall in a hurry when he noticed the building was on the verge of collapse.

Axton and the other elders trailed behind him in fear.

Boom!

Right after Jared and the others stepped out of the hall, the building came crashing down. They saw the Lord of Medicine God Sect floating in midair.

The Lord of Medicine God Sect stared at Axton from above with a cold gaze and commanded, “Mr. Knox, I am giving all of you a final chance. Heed my order and kill Jared Chance.”

“Mr. Knox, please stand aside and observe if you believe in me. Your current Lord is a Demonic Cultivator, and that vitality pill was crafted using an infant’s heart. Truth be told, I have inherited the previous Lord of Medicine God Sect’s legacy, and I am the only person who knows the full content of ‘Holy Guide to Pill Crafting.’ I will explain everything in detail to you after I get rid of this Demonic Cultivator,” Jared said to Axton solemnly.

Axton was caught in a difficult position. He did not know whether he could trust Jared. However, Jared did not appear as if he was lying because he could reiterate the motto created by the previous Lord in “Holy Guide to Pill Crafting.”

Axton had lived together with the current Lord for thirty years and failed to notice anything weird about him. Not to mention, the latter had even rewarded them with vitality pills from time to time.

“Since you mentioned that you know the full content of ‘Holy Guide to Pill Crafting,’ can you tell me which pill was our previous Lord’s most satisfied product throughout his years of research?” the third elder of the sect questioned Jared.

Jared blurted out, “Reincarnation pill! This pill can revive the dead by concentrating a person’s soul. Even if the person’s body has rotted, as long as their soul remains, they can rely on this pill to reincarnate by growing a new body.”

The few elders were astounded after listening to Jared because he had given them the correct answer and perfect description of the pill.

Reincarnation pill was the previous Lord’s lifelong creation. Aside from the previous Lord himself, only the other elders of the sect had heard of that pill. Having said that, the elders did not know how to craft the pill because the previous Lord had never revealed the formula to anyone.

With that, Axton and the other elders had no other choice but to believe that Jared had indeed met with the previous Lord. Otherwise, Jared would not have known about these details.

“Hmph! Traitors! According to the Medicine God Sect’s rules, anyone who does not comply with the Lord’s orders should die,” the Lord of Medicine God Sect thundered angrily because he saw that the elders merely questioned Jared without attacking him.

The Lord of Medicine God Sect performed a series of hand gestures and came up with a charm.

Instantaneously, the fog began filling the air inside the place. The fog grew thicker and swiftly engulfed the entire area.

On an ordinary day, it was impossible for there to be fog lingering in the air in the afternoon. Evidently, the fog was caused by the Lord of Medicine God Sect.

The thick fog had clouded everyone’s vision.

Soon, the fog rose higher and formed clouds. The clouds reflected the sunlight to produce dazzling lights with different colors, creating a magnificent view.

Chapter 790 Rebel

Jared gritted his teeth to suppress his anger. This pill-crafting method is no different from Demonic Cultivation. Perhaps this Lord of Medicine God Sect is a Demonic Cultivator.

Jared slowly shifted his gaze to the Lord of Medicine God Sect. He was beginning to understand the latter’s plan.

Medicine God Sect was well-known for its selfless act of saving and healing those who require their expertise. Unexpectedly, the Medicine God Sect, with such a remarkable reputation, was led by a Demonic Cultivator who utilized infants’ hearts to craft pills. Jared realized the Lord of Medicine God Sect could stay in the place for the past thirty years because of this advantage. He wondered how many infants’ lives had been taken during this period.

Before Jared knew it, he was emanating a murderous aura, causing the atmosphere inside the dining hall to turn heavy suddenly.

“What’s the matter, Jared? This vitality pill is a great supplement,” Axton asked in a barely audible voice when he sensed Jared’s intensifying fury and saw the way Jared was glowering at the Lord of Medicine God Sect.

“Great supplement?” Jared snorted. Then he crushed the vitality pill in his palm. The next second, the whole dining hall reeked of blood.

“You’re being unreasonable! You could’ve given us the vitality pill if you’re reluctant to take it yourself. This is such a waste.” The third elder of the sect stood up angrily and chided Jared.

“What are you doing, Jared?” Axton knitted his brows.

“What am I doing? I will never consume a pill that is crafted using an infant’s heart even if this pill can extend my lifespan by a hundred years because I fear retribution,” Jared declared grimly.

Everyone was shocked upon hearing Jared’s speech. The Lord of Medicine God Sect narrowed his gaze as a menacing aura rose from this entire being.

“Stop spouting nonsense! This is not the first time we have taken this vitality pill. How can this pill be made with an infant’s heart? There is no way the Lord would resort to a Demonic Cultivation technique to craft pills,” the second elder of the sect slammed the tabletop and roared at Jared.

All the other elders rose from their seats and criticized Jared as well.

Axton’s expression had changed too. “Jared, the Lord has stayed in the Medicine God Sect for thirty years. He had treated and saved countless lives. You should not slander him.”

“I am slandering him?” Jared sneered. A streak of golden light appeared and shot toward the Lord of Medicine God Sect after Jared performed a series of hand-seals. “Let me show you whether your Lord is a Demonic Cultivator.”

“Such audacity! How dare you harm the Lord?”

The few elders charged at Jared at once upon seeing that.

They were all Martial Arts Grandmasters with formidable capabilities, so Jared did not stand a chance of holding off their attacks single-handedly.

“To treat the ill to the best of your ability, to be healers who never resort to deception, to promote peace and happiness in Ford, and to prolong one’s life with all your might,” Jared uttered just as the elders were about to attack him.

Amazingly, the elders froze right after they heard those words.

Axton stared at Jared in agitation. “Tell me, Jared, who taught you these sentences?”

“These are the first few sentences in ‘Holy Guide to Pill Crafting’ and are also the motto of the Medicine God Sect, am I right?” Jared answered slowly.

Axton became more excited after hearing about “Holy Guide to Pill Crafting.” He grasped Jared’s collar with both hands. “How do you know about ‘Holy Guide to Pill Crafting?’ That is a book written by the previous Lord. Have you seen him? Where is he?”

Jared was about to explain everything to Axton when he felt a gust of wind blowing in his direction. The Lord of Medicine God Sect had made his move.

The incoming frightening martial energy had taken Jared by surprise, but just before the force could hit Jared, Axton waved his arm beside him. Instantly, a barrier materialized and blocked the martial energy.

“Are you rebelling against me, Mr. Knox?” The Lord of Medicine God Sect glared at Axton with furrowed brows.

Chapter 789 Vitality Pill

“Mr. Knox, has the Lord of Medicine God Sect been living in this place all along?” Jared asked Axton with his mind racing.

“Of course. He has been living in this place for the past thirty years, but he would travel elsewhere from time to time,” Axton replied.

“Thirty years?” Jared was stunned. “Are you saying that this Lord of Medicine God Sect did not grow up in this place?”

Axton shook his head. “He came here thirty years ago. Our previous Lord went missing at that time, so we did not have someone to lead us. After the Lord’s arrival, he impressed everyone with his various skills, especially the vitality pills he crafted. Our lifespan can be extended by three to five years after consuming one vitality pill. However, because of the rarity of the ingredient to produce this vitality pill, the Lord would only provide us with the pill once in a while. That’s why we recommended him to become the new Lord of Medicine God Sect.”

Jared came to a revelation after listening to Axton’s explanation. This Lord of Medicine God Sect succeeded that position halfway through. No wonder I detected a different aura from him.

Nonetheless, Jared could not fathom the malicious intent that enveloped the body of the Lord of Medicine God Sect. He wondered if the Lord of Medicine God Sect had been killing people.

Moreover, Jared knew the Lord of Medicine God Sect must have ended more than one person’s life to have acquired that intense malicious intent. He could not understand why the Lord of a peaceful group such as the Medicine God Sect would commit such an evil action.

Jared decided not to trouble himself with that thought since he failed to comprehend the whole picture, but he did notice the Lord of Medicine God Sect’s reaction when he took out the Divine Cauldron earlier. The Lord of Medicine God Sect obviously recognized the cauldron, judging by the burning desire in his passionate gaze earlier.

Jared had a hunch that something was off with the Lord of Medicine God Sect. Besides, he was sure that the lunch later was most likely a trap.

He knew he should not have revealed that precious Divine Cauldron in front of others because anyone who realized that cauldron’s value would yearn to possess that item.

Despite that, Jared could not leave that place immediately because Lyanna was still in the Medicine God Sect’s care, so he decided to stay and assess the turns of events.

At noon, inside a spacious dining hall in the Medicine God Sect, the Lord of Medicine God Sect and the other elders of the sect had gathered inside the hall. Jared was the only outsider there.

A small porcelain plate was placed in front of everyone, and inside the plate was a scarlet pill.

“Jared, this is the vitality pill I mentioned to you. The Lord is very kind to you because he’s treating you with this pill. Under normal circumstances, we rarely get to enjoy this luxury,” Axton whispered to Jared after taking the seat next to him.

All the other elders’ eyes shone with excitement when they saw the vitality pills. They were eager to pop the pills into their mouths.

After all, it was human nature to desire a longer lifespan.

Even the elders, who had achieved the level of Martial Arts Grandmaster and possessed the skills to craft pills and save lives, were not exempted from experiencing the flow of time. They were getting older and would one day draw their last breaths.

Each vitality pill was able to extend one’s lifespan by three to five years. If this pill was made available to the outside world, Jared assumed all the wealthy people would be willing to give up their riches to purchase this miraculous pill.

“All right, let’s eat.”

The few elders gulped down the vitality pill impatiently following the Lord of Medicine God Sect’s announcement. Axton swallowed the pill on his plate as well.

On the other hand, Jared picked up the vitality pill without consuming it. He infused some spiritual energy into the pill and saw a thick cloud of bloody smoke billowing from the pill instantaneously.

Jared frowned while wearing a darkened expression because the ingredient to craft this vitality pill had surfaced within his mind at that moment.

The vitality pill was not produced using any rare or expensive herbs. Instead, the ingredient was the human heart. That pill was crafted using the beating heart of a living person. More terrifyingly, these individuals must be infants below six months old.

He’s enhancing his lifespan with pills crafted using an infant’s heart?

Chapter 788 Not My Girlfriend

Although everyone had different cultivation, they should share the same aura, as they were members of the Medicine God Sect regardless of which techniques they cultivated. However, the Lord of Medicine God Sect was giving off a unique vibe different from all others in the sect.

Having sensed that something was off, Jared released his spiritual sense to investigate the techniques cultivated by the Lord of Medicine God Sect, but his spiritual sense was bounced back to him by an invisible force. Evidently, the Lord of Medicine God Sect had detected his intention.

Jared and the Lord of Medicine God Sect locked eyes, but neither spoke.

“Jared, kneel. Hurry up and kneel.” Axton reminded Jared in a hushed voice, but the latter wasn’t listening to him.

After a brief moment, the Lord of Medicine God Sect waved his hand and said, “All of you, get up.”

Everyone except for Jared stood up and retreated to the sides. They kept their heads low without daring to look up.

“Are you the dual cultivation genius capable of crafting a high-tier pill?” the Lord of Medicine God Sect asked slowly.

Jared shook his head. “I cannot craft a high-tier pill, and I am also not a genius because I merely know a little about magecraft.”

“Hahaha, you’re quite a humble young man.” The Lord of Medicine God Sect laughed. Then he pointed at Lyanna, who was lying on the side of the hall. “Is that girl your girlfriend?”

“She’s my friend, not my girlfriend.” Jared shook his head again.

“Fine. Your friend’s internal organs are severely damaged. Her life is hanging by a thread, and she is likely to pass away at any moment. I can save your friend, but I heard you possessed an interesting cauldron with you. Do you mind letting me see that cauldron?” The Lord of Medicine God Sect cut to the chase.

Jared glanced at Axton. It was obvious to him that Axton had provided that information to the Lord of Medicine God Sect.

Axton hurriedly explained, “Jared, the Lord has an interest in researching cauldrons. After all, a cauldron is a must in crafting pills. You can also take this opportunity to allow him to assess the quality of your cauldron.”

Jared had no other choice but to take out the Divine Cauldron. A few elders laughed out loud when they noticed the tiny palm-sized Divine Cauldron placed in Jared’s hand.

“I’ve never seen a cauldron this small. This is not a cauldron. It is clearly an incense burner.”

“I think an incense burner is bigger than this. What’s the use of this cauldron?”

The few elders could not contain their urge to laugh.

In contrast to the elders’ reaction, the Lord of Medicine God Sect stood up from his chair and gazed passionately at the Divine Cauldron the moment Jared took out the item.

After a split second, the Lord of Medicine God Sect regained his composure and sat back down. He said to Jared, “That cauldron of yours is rather delicate. Where did you get it from?”

“A friend gifted it to me,” Jared answered calmly.

The Lord of Medicine God Sect nodded. “Rest assured. I will save your friend’s life. You can rest here in the Medicine God Sect for a couple of days. By that time, your friend will be fully recovered.”

Jared continued wearing a poker face even after hearing the good news that Lyanna could get through that predicament, as if he could not care less about her survival.

Axton took a step forward in a hurry after noticing Jared’s indifference. “My Lord, I hereby thank you on behalf of Jared.”

“Mr. Knox, show this young man the place where he can take a rest. Let’s have a meal together during lunchtime.” The Lord of Medicine Sect waved them off.

Axton nodded in response. Then he said to Jared, “Let’s go, Jared. Your friend is safe now that the Lord has agreed to save her.”

Jared glanced at Lyanna, who was lying aside, before following Axton out of the hall.

Axton noticed the changes in Jared’s facial expression after they exited the hall, so he asked, “Jared, perhaps you are doubtful toward the Lord’s abilities? He is a capable man. If he says that he can treat your friend, then your friend will definitely survive.”

Chapter 787 Meet The Lord

Jared stared at the elderly instinctively. His corpse was actually changing slowly. While it initially looked alive, it was starting to darken. Soon, the entire body shriveled and collapsed into a pile of bones.

At that moment, the cave started to tremble. Stones fell from the ceiling, which indicated that the cave was going to collapse.

When Jared saw that, he ran out hurriedly. The cave entrance was buried the moment he left.

Staring at the collapsed cave, Jared was speechless.

I only wanted to see what book it is! I’ve never once thought of inhering the Medicine God Sect.

And I have to spread the fame of the Medicine God Sect far and wide? How would I have the time to manage the Medicine God Sect? I still have a bunch of matters to deal with!

However, since the Holy Guide to Pill Crafting was already inscribed in Jared’s mind, it was pointless to say anything else. All he could do was take it one step at a time.

After jumping down the mountain, Jared started heading back.

Soon after, he bumped into Donald running over hurriedly.

“Mr. Chance!” yelled Donald when he spotted Jared.

“How did you enter, Donald?”

Jared was a bit confused. With a barrier blocking the way, how did Donald come in?

“I don’t know either. I just kept walking forward before seeing you.”

Donald was equally puzzled.

Jared used his spiritual sense to investigate the surroundings and realized that the barrier was gone. He assumed that it was because he had entered that cave.

However, Jared did not say anything and instead went back with Donald.

“Did you find anything, Mr. Chance? Are there any magical items?”

Donald was not foolish. He knew that if someone prepared such a large-scale arcane array, the person was definitely trying to protect something and keep others from trespassing.

“There was nothing!” Jared shook his head.

Donald glanced at Jared. His thin shirt could not hide anything at all.

Still filled with confusion, Donald walked back with Jared. Before they reached their accommodation, they bumped into Axton rushing over.

“What are you doing out and about, Jared? The Lord is back and wants to see you now!” exclaimed Axton when he spotted Donald and Jared walking in from outside.

“Oh, I was a bit bored, so I asked Donald to take me out for a breath of fresh air.” Jared did not expose Donald. “Let’s go!”

Axton did not think about it too much and brought Jared to the Medicine God Hall.

“Jared, the Lord has a strange personality. He’s a spiritual master and is extremely skilled in alchemy. When you meet him, you must not act arrogantly. If you keep a low profile, your friend will definitely be saved…” Axton kept reminding Jared on their way there.

Jared nodded without saying anything. He did not know how to mention that someone had already made him the successor of the Medicine God Sect.

Soon, Axton brought Jared into the hall. At that moment, the other elders were kneeling on the ground. When Axton entered, he fell to his knees immediately.

“My Lord, Jared is here…”

It was obvious that the elders were terrified of the Lord of Medicine God Sect.

Jared gazed at the Lord of Medicine God Sect, who was sitting high up in the hall. His hair was white, but his complexion was very rosy. His skin was as smooth as a baby’s, which was a stark contrast to his hair. Wearing a priest’s robe, he looked like he belonged to the heavenly realm.

The moment Jared saw the Lord of Medicine God Sect, he frowned. He could detect a strong stench of blood from the Lord. Even though the Lord of Medicine God Sect was trying his best to conceal the stench of blood emanating from his body, Jared still noticed it.

Other than the stench of blood, the Lord of Medicine God Sect’s aura was completely different from Axton and the other elders. It was as if he did not belong in the Medicine God Sect.

Chapter 786 Holy Guide to Pill Crafting

Jared discovered that because of the barrier, there was barely any human presence there for the past few decades.

Hence, when the animals saw Jared suddenly appear, they quickly hid in fear.

Jared walked forward slowly along the valley. Occasionally, he snuck a few glances at the mountains at the side. Since someone had built a barrier there, the person definitely wanted to hide something from the others.

Jared walked straight for half an hour until a steep mountain blocked his way. This was probably the end of the valley. However, it was almost impossible for him to leave the valley by climbing the mountain. It was almost a hundred meters tall and had an extremely steep face. Even a Martial Arts Grandmaster could not scale it.

“There’s nothing here…”

Jared frowned before he expanded his spiritual sense again. Everything within a radius of a few hundred meters around him appeared in his mind.

Soon, Jared discovered a cave on the left side of the mountain, around a dozen meters high up. However, as it was blocked by the trees, Jared could not see it. It was only by using his spiritual sense that he managed to detect it.

Jared mustered some strength in his legs before leaping up to the cave. The entrance was very small and could only allow one person to enter. To prevent any accidents, Jared checked the interior of the cave with his spiritual sense and did not find anything special.

He could not sense any presence in the cave. There were no living things in it, nor was there any spiritual energy, which proved that there were no magical items. However, since he was already there, he decided to go in and take a look.

He stretched his right hand out slowly. A flame danced above his palm, illuminating the entire cave in an instant.

Jared walked into the cave and saw that its interior was very moist. Moss covered the stone walls, while irregular rocks were piled up everywhere. It was obvious that someone had lived there before.

Using the glow of the flame, Jared walked in slowly. After walking for around twenty meters, the air in the cave started to become dry. The path ahead of him suddenly widened into a hall that was dozens of square meters big.

A table stood in the middle of the hall. There was a candle on it, but it had long gone out. Some daily necessities were placed at the side of the hall. However, a thick layer of dust was piled on the surface.

When Jared glanced to the other side, he was taken aback. A frail elderly man, whose face was covered in wrinkles, was sitting on a stone chair with his legs crossed.

The elderly’s eyes were closed as he remained motionless. His white beard was at least half a meter long. Looking at how his body was covered in dust too, it was obvious that he had not moved in ages.

Jared calmed down and spread his spiritual sense over to the elderly. Only then did he realize that the elderly was no longer breathing. No wonder I didn’t sense any living presence just now when I was at the entrance.

Looking at the elderly’s appearance, it seemed like he had just been fossilized—he looked like he was still alive. There was a dusty yellow leather book in front of him.

Jared blew the dust off the book gently, revealing the words underneath.

Holy Guide to Pill Crafting!

Staring at the book, Jared felt curious. Is this an alchemy book? Does it contain all kinds of recipes?

Jared picked up the book slowly.

However, the moment he touched the book, it suddenly burst into flames. Within a moment, it was reduced to ashes.

Jared was stunned before feeling frustrated. He thought that he had carelessly burned the book because of the flame on his palm.

Just when Jared was feeling frustrated, a bright flash suddenly appeared in his mind, which was soon followed by multiple alchemy recipes.

Young man, you’ve inherited my Holy Guide to Pill Crafting. You must spread the fame of the Medicine God Sect far and wide…

The sorrowful and frail voice of an old man sounded in Jared’s mind.

Chapter 785 Barrier

His spiritual sense expanded immediately. Jared wanted to use it to investigate what was happening in front.

However, Jared’s spiritual sense had just spread out when it rebounded as if it had bumped into an invisible wall. It was impossible for his spiritual sense to expand any further.

Jared opened his eyes. Staring at the spot a few meters in front of him, he stretched out his hands and moved them around.

“What are you doing, Mr. Chance?” asked Donald, puzzled at what Jared was doing.

“This is an illusion. We’ve run for so long, but in reality, we have not left this place yet. That’s why the two mountains at the side of the roads look identical…”

A red glow emanated from Jared’s hands. Under the light of the red glow, an almost invisible wall, which resembled the ripples of water, appeared in front of them.

“Did someone set up an arcane array here to prevent others from venturing into the valley?” suggested Donald, sounding like he had just understood something.

“Probably. However, I still haven’t discovered where the core of the arcane array is and how to destroy it…” said Jared as he nodded.

“Is there something lying in the depths of the valley? Why is there an arcane array?” Donald was still confused.

“I’m not sure about that. Now, we have to pass by this wall before we can truly enter the depths of the valley.”

The red glow from Jared’s hands became brighter, and the wall became even clearer.

Donald walked forward and touched the glass-like wall gently. However, when he stretched his arm forward, it passed through the wall. Soon after, Donald walked through it.

He was shocked. “Mr. Chance, did I just pass through it? There’s nothing special about it.”

Jared shook his head. “You didn’t pass through it. If you walk forward now, the scenery will still look the same. If you have truly passed through this wall, you would be seeing a completely different scene. Since you don’t really know about these things, I can’t explain them to you in-depth. This is like how a third or fourth-dimensional space works. If you pass through this wall, it’ll be like entering a different dimension of space…”

“An entrance to another dimension?” blurted Donald. “Mr. Chance, although I know that some arcane arrays are really strange, what you’re saying is simply too ridiculous. How can there be such an arcane array?”

Donald did not believe it at all. However, Jared did not say anything. Instead, he pushed his arm toward the wall slowly.

His arm passed through it gradually. To Donald, it looked like Jared had suddenly lost his arm.

Donald widened his eyes. “Mr. Chance, why did your arm disappear?”

Looking at his own body, Jared did not panic. Instead, he exclaimed excitedly, “I think I know how to pass through the wall now!”

Soon, Jared ran forward. As if he had just appeared in another dimension of space, the view around him changed.

“Mr. Chance… Mr. Chance!” yelled Donald anxiously when he realized that Jared had suddenly disappeared.

“Wait for me here! I’ll go take a look first.”

Jared’s voice reached Donald’s ears, but he was nowhere to be seen. Only then did Donald believe what Jared had said earlier.

“Is this a barrier?” Looking at his surroundings, Jared recalled that Draco had mentioned this before.

A barrier was able to seal a particular space with an arcane array. Yet, outsiders could not realize that the space had just disappeared. Hence, Jared was still within the Medicine God Sect and had not entered another dimension.

The mountains at the side were still the same. However, they just looked a bit different. The trees were lusher, and he could spot a lot of animals.

Chapter 784 A Miraculous Place

“What happened? Is it going to rain? There was lightning and thunder…”

“Was there an earthquake? The building is about to collapse!”

“It’s raining stones! My head’s got a bump on it because of them.”

Everyone in the Medicine God Sect got up and gathered together to discuss the strange incident.

“This…” Jared was stunned as he stared at his fist. “I’ve only upgraded to the next stage, but my powers increased by so much! How unbelievable!”

Jared did not expect his powers to increase so significantly after ascending up a stage.

If Jared met Hayden again, he could probably kill Hayden with a single blow.

With a wave, the Dragonslayer Sword appeared in Jared’s hand. It buzzed softly, as if it was congratulating Jared.

Knock! Knock! Knock!

At that moment, someone knocked on the door. Jared quickly kept the Dragonslayer Sword and Divine Cauldron.

When he opened the door, he saw Donald standing outside.

“Mr. Chance, you have been staying here for two days. Are you bored? I’ll bring you out for a walk,” said Donald to Jared.

“Didn’t Mr. Knox say that I’m an outsider and cannot wander around the Medicine God Sect? That’s to prevent any unnecessary troubles…”

Since Jared was a guest, it was not nice for him to break the rules.

After all, Axton had been quite nice to Jared so far.

“Don’t worry, no one would be able to recognize you.”

As he spoke, Donald whipped out a hat and a pair of sunglasses. “Mr. Chance, if you wear these, no one will recognize you. I can bring you to see what exactly is so miraculous about the Medicine God Sect.”

When Jared heard about how miraculous the Medicine God Sect was, his curiosity was piqued. Hence, he put on the hat and the sunglasses before leaving the room with Donald.

After they finished breakfast, they walked on the streets. Many of them greeted Donald, though none of them paid particular attention to Jared.

Donald led Jared deeper into the Medicine God Sect valley. As they ventured even further in, the number of ordinary people dwindled. Instead, more martial artists, all of them exuding a unique aura, appeared. Some were powerful, while others were less so.

When the martial artists saw Donald, they acted respectfully too. It was obvious that his status in the Medicine God Sect was not low.

After walking for a while, they stopped seeing anyone else. Still, they had not reached the end of the valley. When they gazed ahead, it looked like the road was endless. The hills on both sides looked identical, as if they were reflections in a mirror.

“Mr. Chance, no one has ever reached the end of the road, nor does anyone know what lies there. Out of curiosity, I’ve walked for an entire day, but the road ahead of me still looked endless,” said Donald as he pointed at the path ahead.

“Endless? How can such a place exist?”

Jared found it unbelievable.

“Mr. Chance, if you don’t believe me, we can walk for a while.”

As he spoke, Donald concentrated some martial energy at his feet. His speed increased instantly.

When Jared saw that, he mustered his energy and caught up with Donald.

By then, both of them were traveling very quickly. If they were on a crowded street and other ordinary people saw them, they would be flabbergasted.

Just like that, they ran for an hour. Donald bent down, his forehead dotted with sweat. He was already starting to pant.

On the other hand, Jared did not seem exhausted at all. Instead, he shot a puzzled glance at the road.

Logically speaking, they would have already traveled hundreds of kilometers with their speed. However, Jared realized that the scenery in front of them had not changed at all.

That was despite the fact that he felt like he was progressing, not just running in the same spot.

“Mr. Chance, I wasn’t lying to you, right? Look! We haven’t reached the end yet,” said Donald as he panted.

Jared did not say anything. Instead, he frowned and closed his eyes slowly.

Chapter 783 A Stage

Jared was not capable enough to cultivate a high-tier pill. When Axton had seen the detoxification pill, he thought that Jared had cultivated it himself. However, it was actually given to him by Rayleigh.

Although Jared got the Divine Cauldron, he had never used it. Hence, he did not know if he could cultivate a detoxification pill. Furthermore, since he was lacking in spiritual energy right now, he could not practice alchemy.

“Hahaha! Mr. Knox, did you see that? Even that brat admitted it. How can someone of his age cultivate a high-tier pill? Regarding the two other things you mentioned, I’m sure that they’re just exaggerations. How can he kill a Martial Arts Grandmaster and see the arcane array? You helped him, right?” asked Damian as he guffawed.

Axton was slightly speechless. He glanced at the other elders and asked, “Are the few of you doubting me too?”

Axton’s expression was grim, revealing his fury.

When the rest saw that he was angry, they stopped talking. After all, as the top elder, Axton was in control when the Lord was not around.

“Don’t be angry, Axton. Even if you’re telling the truth, there’s no way to save the girl now. It’s been two days since the Lord left, and he probably needs another two days before he returns…” said Timothy.

“Do you know where the Lord went?” Axton was stunned. When he left, the Lord was still there. However, he was gone now.

“Who’d know about that? We didn’t dare to ask either. The Lord merely instructed us to stay here and practice alchemy diligently…”

Timothy shook his head.

This time, Axton was stuck in a difficult position. With the Lord of Medicine God Sect gone, none of them was capable of curing Lyanna. They had no choice but to wait for the Lord to return.

“Jared, I’m so sorry. The Lord is not around, so you’ll have to wait here for two days. Just leave this lady with us first. Although I can’t cure her now, I can promise that nothing will happen to her within these few days,” offered Axton as he looked at Jared apologetically.

Jared calculated the time. There were still a few days left before July 15, so staying at the Medicine God Sect for two more days did not make a huge difference. Hence, he nodded.

Axton quickly led Jared to a room adjacent to the Medicine God Hall and left Lyanna there. The strong smell of medicinal herbs wafted through the room.

After settling Lyanna down, Axton instructed Donald to bring Jared to rest. Axton arranged for Jared to stay in a room near the Medicine God Hall, so it was easier for him to look after Lyanna.

Looking at how respectful Axton was to Jared, the other elders were all puzzled. They still did not believe that Jared was as capable as Axton described him to be.

While Jared stayed at the Medicine God Sect, Donald brought all of his meals over each day. Jared did not leave the room either. After all, he was an outsider. If he roamed around the Medicine God Sect so casually, he might cause a misunderstanding.

However, he was bored in the room too. Remembering the Divine Cauldron, Jared took it out and channeled a blast of spiritual energy toward it. Immediately, the Divine Cauldron became bigger.

Looking at the Divine Cauldron that was as tall as a human, Jared leaped into the air and sat inside the cauldron.

Huge amounts of spiritual energy emerged from the Divine Cauldron, which was then quickly absorbed by Jared’s body.

A night passed.

The sky had just brightened. Suddenly, a dazzling flash of light shone onto the Medicine God Sect. Soon after, the light dimmed and disappeared.

Everyone in the Medicine God Sect was confused about what that bright light was. Meanwhile, Jared was looking at his own body in the room. Feeling the spiritual energy surging through his elixir field, Jared almost jumped in excitement.

“I’ve reached a breakthrough to another stage!”

Jared clenched his fists. He flung the windows open and punched in the direction of a huge boulder on the nearby hill.

Boom!

The boulder, weighing hundreds of kilograms, exploded into smithereens. Even the entire valley was trembling, as if an earthquake had just struck. The stone debris flew in all directions, scattering across the entire area.