224: Fellow Daoist, you are truly a genuine person!

Upon hearing the news, Sikong Ming immediately rushed over.

By the time he arrived, the battle had already ended, but based on the testimonies of the surrounding Cultivators, he roughly understood the full story.

The cause was Li Guanqi provoking a pack of Blood-Eyed Demon Bats, and Lu Ming bravely rushed to rescue him, but ultimately was no match and was severely injured.

Fortunately, the commotion caused by the Blood-Eyed Demon Bats was too great, alarming another Mid-stage Foundation Establishment Cultivator nearby. He immediately came to support, and finally, in cooperation with Li Guanqi, drove away the Blood-Eyed Demon Bats.

However, Li Guanqi's true cultivation level was inevitably exposed in the process!

That scoundrel was actually a Great Foundation Establishment Cultivator!

Upon learning the truth, the Cultivators at the North City Gate were all stunned.

You're so strong, yet you send us out to die while you hide behind the scenes every day, pointing fingers!

For a time, many Cultivators felt dissatisfied with Li Guanqi, but dared not speak due to his identity as an Immortal Master's Disciple.

However, they were very grateful to Lu Ming, so they exaggerated his numerous achievements.

It was only then that Sikong Ming learned that before the Blood-Eyed Demon Bat swarm, Fellow Daoist Han had already experienced more than a dozen fierce battles.

This also resolved a doubt in his mind: how could Fellow Daoist Han, with his Foundation Establishment fourth-layer cultivation, be no match for the Blood-Eyed Demon Bats? It turned out his magical power was severely depleted!

But his mind was incredibly sharp, and in an instant, he noticed many problems.

For example, why were so many Second-tier Great Demons coming to their door? Why did Li Guanqi's cultivation level rise sharply, yet he kept it hidden?

But then again, this was, after all, a Golden Core True Person's family matter, and he found it inconvenient to interfere.

He could only have the pale-faced Li Guanqi taken away first, and then immediately came over to apologize to Lu Ming.

Sikong Ming initially suspected Lu Ming, wondering if he played another role in this, as Li Guanqi's various actions seemed somewhat targeted.

But after a careful thought, he shook his head. He had personally invited the person to help, and then to suspect them after encountering such a troublesome matter was truly inappropriate.

Moreover, in this matter, Fellow Daoist Han could be said to have done his utmost!

He truly went all out to protect Li Guanqi, and his actions were impeccable.

“Sorry, Fellow Daoist Han, the matter has been investigated. This time, our Immortal City was in the wrong. This Jade Spirit Marrow Paste has excellent healing effects; please use it first!”

Sikong Ming handed over a jade box with a face full of apologies. He hadn't expected such an accident to occur.

“To be entrusted by someone is to be loyal to their task! Since I promised Fellow Daoist, I, Han, will do it even if I have to try my best!”

Lu Ming spoke with a righteous and resolute tone, which deeply moved Sikong Ming.

He had only asked him to look after Li Guanqi, but who knew this Fellow Daoist would be so honest!

Such people are hard to find in the Cultivation world now!

Thinking of this, he asked with concern in his voice, “Fellow Daoist, if you need anything else, please don't hesitate to ask. The Immortal City will do its best to satisfy you.”

However, Lu Ming waved his hand, forcing out a weak appearance.

“This injury is quite severe; I'm afraid I'll need some time to recuperate. I wonder if I can…?” His voice was hoarse, mixed with painful groans.

“Of course you can, Fellow Daoist. You can recuperate for as long as you wish. I will prepare the best secluded cultivation chamber for you!”

Sikong Ming agreed without the slightest hesitation.

Lu Ming's severe injuries and extremely weak aura could not be faked.

If they were to still exploit him even for this, it would be too inhumane, and it would only chill the hearts of all the Immortal City Guest Elders.

After all, Lu Ming's injury this time was ultimately for the rescue of an Immortal Master's Disciple. The Immortal City should not only not mistreat him but should also greatly commend and generously reward him.

“There's no need to trouble Commander with a secluded chamber. I'm more accustomed to healing in my own Immortal Cave,” Lu Ming said in a low voice.

“Alright, alright, whatever you wish.”

Sikong Ming didn't find it inappropriate; many Cultivators value privacy and prefer to Cultivate and recuperate in familiar environments.

He then took out several bottles of Medicinal Pills and a quantity of spiritual materials, stuffing them all into Ling Feng's hand, and then personally piloted a flying boat to send him back to his Immortal Cave.

Watching the flying boat disappear into the distance, the Cultivators gathered to watch the excitement had various expressions and discussed animatedly.

“To sacrifice oneself to save someone, this Fellow Daoist Han is truly a man of faith and integrity. But looking at his severe injuries, I'm afraid his Foundation might be damaged, right? His future path of Cultivation will likely be even more difficult…”

“You can't say that. Even if his cultivation stagnates in the future, he will surely be highly regarded by the Immortal City, and his status will definitely rise.”

“Tsk, what's there to talk about in the future! It's hard to say if the Immortal City can even survive this calamity! Don't end up with your cultivation ruined and gaining no benefits.”

“How can you talk like that? Why didn't you dare to speak when the Commander was here just now?”

“…”

The surrounding Foundation Establishment Cultivators had flickering gazes and varied thoughts.

There was admiration, disdain, and envy.

But if it were them, they would never be willing to do such a thing.

The beast tide was perilous, with constant changes, and a slight misstep could lead to death and the dissipation of the Dao.

Like Ling Feng, though severely injured, he managed to save his life, which was already fortunate.

But they asked themselves, they would absolutely not put themselves in such danger for a promise and so-called good feelings.

—

Immortal Cave District.

After sending off Sikong Ming, Lu Ming turned and walked into the main gate, activating various Formation Restrictions.

“Phew~ It's finally resolved.”

Lu Ming let out a long breath, his previously weak appearance vanished, and his aura instantly returned to its peak.

Even the deep, bone-visible scars on his chest quickly scabbed over and fell off with a slight movement.

Looking again, there was no sign of injury.

In fact, the current Lu Ming, with his Late Stage Foundation Establishment cultivation and various Demonic Technique forbidden arts, found it not difficult to feign weakness.

The difficult part was that he was truly hard to injure!

If he hadn't intentionally held back, the Blood-Eyed Demon Bats wouldn't even be able to break his defense!

It was also fortunate that True Person Tianxing did not come in person, otherwise, he would surely have seen that Lu Ming's internal magical power was abundant and his vitality was full!

The reason he chose to leave early was that he felt the time was right.

He had gained a lot this time; the corpses of various Yao Beasts had almost filled five Storage Pouches!

It wasn't that he couldn't continue killing, but only by converting them into his own strength was it real; otherwise, no matter how many there were, it would be meaningless.

Moreover, after fighting until now, the situation was actually very clear.

If the Mountain-Shaking Demonic Ape didn't make a change and continued to control these tiered Yao Beasts to fight a war of attrition, the Immortal City might be very uncomfortable, but it would fundamentally be impossible to break through.

And once the Mountain-Shaking Demonic Ape moved, it would basically be the time for the decisive battle!

Why should he, a mere Foundation Establishment Cultivator, get involved in a Golden Core battle?

However, he couldn't be completely oblivious to external affairs; he had to leave an informant outside, otherwise, if something unexpected happened to the Immortal City, he would be completely unaware.

With a thought, his Clone quietly walked out of the Immortal Cave, then transformed into a streak of light and fled into the distance.