821: Chapter 817: A Mess 821: Chapter 817: A Mess The killing intent that had risen in Ye Tian suddenly dissipated, and he stopped in his tracks.
He turned his head in surprise, gazing at the fallen figure of Ye Zhicang on the ground…
At this moment, Ye Zhicang was barely clinging to life.
Everything that had transpired was caused by Xu Ziwen and Sima Kuan, yet he still pleaded on their behalf.
Why?
“Run!”
Seeing Ye Tian hesitate for a moment, Xu Ziwen urgently exclaimed to Sima Kuan.
The two exchanged a quick glance and then mustered what little strength they had left to leap away.
Though severely injured, they still had enough strength to escape.
With a single leap, they left the villa area behind…
Ye Tian silently watched the two figures retreating into the distance without uttering a word.
Once their forms disappeared from sight, he slowly approached Ye Zhicang and pulled out the small knife embedded in his palm.
“Ye Zhicang, are you alright?”
Ye Tian asked with concern.
Although he had been in a critical stage of training, with his senses sealed off, once he opened his eyes, he immediately understood what had happened.
Xu Ziwen and Sima Kuan had attempted to ambush him, and Ye Zhicang had fought valiantly to stop them but was ultimately unable to fend them off, suffering grave injuries as a result…
“I’m fine, Ye Tian… You, how about you…”
Supported by Ye Tian, Ye Zhicang stumbled as he struggled to stand upright.
His injuries, both internal and external, were severe and would require significant time to heal.
Yet his curiosity remained undeterred.
“Ye Tian, have you reached the Innate Realm yet?”
Ye Zhicang cautiously asked.
Earlier, Ye Tian had effortlessly overwhelmed Xu Ziwen and Sima Kuan, two formidable opponents.
Without having reached the Innate Realm, it was unlikely he could have achieved such a feat.
Ye Tian looked at his own hands and murmured, “Honestly, I don’t know.
I just feel as though I’ve undergone a metamorphosis.
The power within me has grown exponentially, more than I could have imagined.
But what surprises me most is how serene my heart feels despite possessing such immense strength!”
“This is surely the Innate Realm!”
Ye Zhicang nodded in agreement.
A Martial Artist who reached the Innate Realm would not only experience a dramatic surge in strength but also a deepened maturity in their spirit.
This explained why Ye Tian, though stronger, felt an unusual inner peace.
“Ye Zhicang, let me treat your wounds!”
Looking at Ye Zhicang, who was covered in injuries, Ye Tian decided not to discuss the Innate Realm further.
Instead, he retrieved bandages from the villa to tend to Ye Zhicang’s wounds.
After dressing the wounds, Ye Tian used silver needles to unblock Ye Zhicang’s obstructed meridians.
Under Ye Tian’s treatment, Ye Zhicang immediately felt refreshed and invigorated.
“Ye Tian, your medical skills are truly remarkable!
Originally, I thought I’d need at least six months to recover, but under your treatment, I believe I’ll be fully healed in less than ten days!”
Ye Zhicang praised him, marveling at how Ye Tian’s formidable skills were intrinsically tied to his advanced medical expertise.
Imagine a warrior who could recover from any injury in a short period of time—such adversaries would surely strike fear into the heart of any Martial Artist!
“Ye Zhicang, you risked your life to protect me.
How could I possibly stand by and let you die?”
Ye Tian said gratefully.
Ye Zhicang smiled bitterly and replied, “Ye Tian, perhaps this act has changed your view of the Ye Family being stingy and self-serving?”
“Of course!”
Initially, Ye Tian had indeed regarded the Ye Family as miserly and selfish, concerned solely with their own interests…
But now, Ye Tian’s perception had shifted.
It seemed not all members of the Ye Family were inherently self-centered.
Originally, Ye Zhicang had stayed by Ye Tian’s side merely to observe his breakthrough to the Innate Realm.
Yet when Xu Ziwen and Sima Kuan, two powerful adversaries, attacked, Ye Zhicang could have fled.
Instead, he chose to protect Ye Tian at the cost of his own life!
After such an ordeal, the alliance between Night King Hall and the Ye Family seemed destined to grow even stronger!
“Ye Zhicang, who exactly are those two?
Why did you ask me to spare them when they deserve to die?”
Ye Tian asked curiously.
Naturally, Ye Tian knew nothing about Xu Ziwen and Sima Kuan’s backgrounds—only that they were trying to kill him, which made them his enemies!
“They are men of Tian Men!”
Ye Zhicang sighed and began to explain.
“The younger one is Sima Yun’s son, Sima Kuan.
You must have heard of his name.
Although still young, his skills are impressive; he’s a standout among Tian Men’s younger generation of disciples.
As for the older man, Xu Ziwen, he’s an Inner Sect Disciple of Tian Men.
However, his character leaves much to be desired—he’s a complete scoundrel!”
Ye Zhicang explained in detail.
From his words, Ye Tian finally understood why Ye Zhicang had stopped him from killing Xu Ziwen and Sima Kuan…
For a colossal entity like Tian Men, provoking them would yield no benefits.
Thus, despite their attempted assassination, Ye Zhicang persuaded Ye Tian to spare their lives.
To this, Ye Tian felt helpless…
“Ye Tian, the injuries I’ve sustained will require me to return to Two Rivers Town for recovery.
Now that you’ve reached the Innate Realm, I have no worries about you…”
Ye Zhicang suddenly mentioned, prompting bewilderment in Ye Tian.
Who would have thought this uninvited ‘guardian deity,’ who had settled in his home unannounced, would now wish to leave?
“Ye Zhicang, are you really leaving?
Why not stay and recover fully before you go?”
Ye Tian tried to dissuade him, but Ye Zhicang shook his head.
“Thank you for your kindness, Ye Tian, but the Ye Family in Two Rivers Town possesses specialized medicine for treating injuries.
I believe my recovery will be faster there.
Rest assured, regardless of my state of recovery, when the time comes for your duel with Sima Yun, I will be here to support you!”
“…”
Since Ye Zhicang had already made up his mind to leave, Ye Tian could not persuade him further.
Ye Tian then posed another question, “Ye Zhicang, given the Sima Family’s despicable actions, if they cross my path again, I won’t hold back—I’ll kill them all!”
Ye Zhicang chuckled bitterly and said, “The Sima Family has always acted this way.
Ye Tian, even if you wish to avoid conflict, it might prove impossible!
Thankfully, Sima Yun is bound by the rules of Tian Men and won’t personally attack you.
As for the small fry sent by Tian Men, with your current abilities, they pose little challenge!
Now that you’ve reached the Innate Realm, you’re ready to face Sima Yun.
Over the coming days, you should solidify your foundation and prepare with everything you have for that battle!”
Ye Zhicang earnestly advised, and Ye Tian nodded firmly.
“Don’t worry, Ye Zhicang.
I’ll follow your guidance!”
“If that’s the case, I’ll be on my way!”
With that, Ye Zhicang lightly leaped away from the villa.
Despite his injuries, his Qinggong remained intact, allowing him to leap over ten meters with ease.
Ye Tian didn’t say a word as he watched Ye Zhicang’s figure disappear into the distance…
Once Ye Zhicang had departed, Ye Tian gazed at the disarray in the villa’s courtyard, feeling pangs of guilt.
This courtyard had always been his wife Yun Xinyan’s favorite spot.
Yun Xinyan would meticulously tend to every blade of grass and tree, yet now it was utterly ruined…
Though Ye Tian excelled in medical skills, he had no ability to revive withered plants.
All he could do was helplessly watch the destruction…
Surely, his wife Yun Xinyan would be deeply saddened by this?
Ye Tian returned to the villa’s living room and rested quietly.
Not long after, Yun Xinyan finally returned home from work!
Upon entering the villa and seeing the state of the courtyard, Yun Xinyan’s heart instantly sank.
However, within her eyes, there was little sadness but an expression of sheer panic!
“Ye Tian, are you alright?”
Yun Xinyan rushed into the living room.
Only upon seeing Ye Tian calmly seated on the sofa did she finally breathe a sigh of relief…
To Yun Xinyan, the destruction of the courtyard, though disheartening, paled in comparison to her concern for Ye Tian’s safety.
“Honey, you’re back?”
Ye Tian greeted her with a smile.
Yun Xinyan pouted slightly and said, “Ye Tian, thank goodness you’re alright—I’ve been worried sick!
You know, so many strange things happened today that my heart hasn’t stopped pounding!”
Yun Xinyan had gotten off work early that day!
That afternoon, as she worked, Jiangcheng suddenly rumbled with thunder and flashes of lightning.
The strange weather felt like the end of the world.
How could there be thunder during the day?
Moreover, such deafening thunderclaps?
The employees of Yun Corporation were unsettled by the incessant thunder and found it impossible to focus on work.
To ensure the safety of company facilities, Yun Xinyan ordered the entire corporation to shut down the power.
With nothing to do after the power outage, the employees simply gathered by the windows to watch the spectacle…
What was intriguing was that, despite the booming thunder, no rain fell anywhere in Jiangcheng.
It was undeniably peculiar.
As Yun Xinyan anxiously gazed towards the source of the thunder, she realized that it appeared to be coming from the direction of her home…
Could it be that Tian Lei was striking directly over her villa district?
Yun Xinyan couldn’t shake the sense of unease, but then consoled herself—surely it couldn’t be so coincidental?
After all, the odds of being struck by lightning were far smaller than winning the lottery!
Nonetheless, Yun Xinyan’s heart remained restless.
Fortunately, the thunder and lightning lasted no more than a brief period.
Once it subsided, peace returned to Jiangcheng, as though nothing had happened.
Only then did Yun Xinyan allow Yun Corporation to resume operations, rushing home herself in haste.
Though it appeared unlikely to be a coincidence, Yun Xinyan was determined to check, her worry gnawing at her…