The Invincible Supreme Medical God

Chapter 1445 - 742: Innate Realm (2)

"Chuckling, can’t I catch my breath after a breakthrough?" Li scratched his head and spoke straightforwardly. Watching Li’s amusing gesture, Qing Shui felt the distance between them had shortened. After all, the age gap wasn’t significant, and there were still some interesting topics left for them to discuss.

"Ah, another breakthrough? Congratulations, brother Li!" Qing Shui gladly congratulated Li. Qing Shui knew that if any other third-generation disciple had made the same claim, there would undoubtedly be deep-seated mockery, silently suggesting Qing Shui was mere trash. But Qingzi was different. Known for his straightforwardness, he also found Qing Shui to be a forthright person, so they actually got along quite well. If Li existed in Qing Shui’s past life, he would be easily deceived by fools.

Qingzi laughed surprisingly, as if the breakthrough was purely luck, rather than his own effort.

Qing Shui, you must work hard too! Let me know if you need any help, I’ll do my best to assist you. With these simple words, Qing Shui could feel Li’s sincerity.

"I will, don’t worry about me, maybe one day I’ll become stronger than you, and you won’t be sad!" Qing Shui jokingly said to Li. It sounded like a joke, but at the same time, Qing Shui took the matter seriously.

: I believe you can achieve it. If you surpass me, I’ll be happy for you. The stronger you are, the happier I will be!" Qingzi laughed loudly while patting Qing Shui on the shoulder.

"Why? If I become stronger than you, why would you be happy?" Qing Shui curiously asked. He knew that especially in large clans, competition among clan members is fierce. After all, the strongest disciple of that generation hopes to become the clan leader someday.

However, the tail of a Phoenix cannot compare to the head of a chicken! Rather than preserving a great family, it’s better to be the leader of a small family.

Qing Shui asked this entirely normal question, as Li’s current breakthrough made him the strongest among the Qing Clan’s third-generation disciples. At least it appeared that way on the surface. He was the most likely candidate to become the clan leader! Although Li was naturally honest and candid, he had the vision and thinking capability, and understood Qing Luo’s intelligence. Qing Shui could infer that it’s only a matter of time before the clan leadership would be passed to Li.

"Because simply... we’re family. If one day you succeed in breaking into Xi’an Heaven and Earth, you’ll be the pride of our family, would I lament it? After all, a breakthrough into the Innate Realm is my own cousin." Qingzi said straightforwardly.

Qing Shui didn’t know whether Li was honestly saying this or if he was a fool. But despite that, he was still happy to have someone like Li he could rely on.

Qing Shui and Li chatted as they walked side-by-side.

"Brother Li, are you planning to go outside Qing Village?" Qing Shui asked nonchalantly.

Li was not startled by Qing Shui’s question. He scratched his head and smiled, "The farthest place I’ve been is Hundred-Mile City, it’s more prosperous and developed than this remote Qing Village."

"Brother Li, have you ever thought of going out to see the world? A world full of colors and excitement, a young dream full of hope, a world where the skies shine brightly." Qing Shui has been tirelessly focused on his cultivation, never leaving Qing Village. He hasn’t even been to Baili City. He thought dejectedly, the pink color slightly reddening his cheeks. Even though planes and cars don’t exist in this world, there are other means of transportation, such as horseback riding. It only takes 2 hours to ride to Baili City.

"I heard Grandpa say the outside world is full of dangers, betrayal can come from your companions at any time, you can only trust yourself. If you haven’t reached a certain strength, it’s best to stay in the Qing Clan rather than go out and lose your life." Li said vaguely, with his eyes clouded.

From the hazy expression in Li’s eyes, it could be seen he also longed to stand firm in the world outside Qing Village. Which youth doesn’t have dreams? To be an expert someday, to traverse the entire continent with ease, and have a name passed down through generations!

"There will surely be a day when we establish ourselves in the world of cultivation, like Monarchs and Kings who disdainfully look down on this land." Qing Shui stated firmly, a cold light flashing in his eyes.

Li glanced at Qing Shui, shocked. He never expected that Qing Shui, seen as trash, would dare to say such things.

At this moment, Qing Shui gave Li an unbelievable feeling, exuding a profound and indescribable aura. Even in Qing Shui’s presence, he couldn’t sense Qingzi! How strange... "Could he really stand at the peak of Jiuzhou one day?" Li muttered, completely stunned.

Li shook his head, trying to dispel the unsettling feeling slowly creeping into his heart. How could he even think that such illogical things might happen? After all, it was well-known that Qing Shui was born weak. If he could already cultivate, it would be astonishing, but to reach the pinnacle of this world? The height seemed impossible.

Looking at Qing Shui exuding a certain aura, Li might find Qing Shui quite special. He’s one of the kind, unlike most third-generation disciples. Especially when looking at those beautiful eyes, Qing Zi can see the hidden traces of indifference, disregard, and competitiveness.

Both of them stood at the top of a small hill near Qing Village. Qing Shui enjoyed the beauty of nature, with so much Spirit Qi in the air, that even ordinary humans without cultivation can live up to 150 years in this world.

Standing at the hilltop not only broadens one’s vision; being able to see distances without obstructions, it also makes the person standing on top exude a heroic feeling; like champions, looking down upon the masses.

"No wonder all humans wish to be admired by those standing at the highest human place, overlooking the world."

Qing Shui and Li started to chat idly about irrelevant things, discussing the tensions among the third-generation disciples. Although the Qing Clan is the largest and strongest clan in this mountainous region, their influence and authority have extended to this day. Even compared to large clans in Baili City, they are not comparable. If not for the Qingluo people’s cultivation reaching the pinnacle of the Postnatal Realm, those great clans might not even be willing to interact with the Qing Family.

After all, those great families residing in ’Baili City’ have deep roots and have a history over a thousand years. Their connections with various powers and reputations are incomparable to the insignificant Qing Family. Fortunately, the Qing Family has unique cultivation techniques passed down. Therefore, even with few people, the Qing Family can still stand firm.

Just as Qing Shui’s thoughts wandered, pondering all he had learned today, he heard footsteps. Turning his head, he found Qing Bei running towards him.

"Li Zi, Shui S, there are visitors. Grandpa wants you to go back now." Qing Bei almost out of breath, fatigue evidently covered her face.

Visitors? Where do they come from?" Li’s brow slightly furrowed.

Qing Zi’s expression only lasted for a second before returning to his normal and quiet look. His action made Qing Shui somewhat unsettled, the usually honest Qingzi actually had such an expression on his face? It seems Qingzi isn’t as simple as he appears.

"I’m not too sure, but I heard the visitors are from Hundred-Mile City." Qing Bei naively blinked.

"Baili City!" Qing Shui exclaimed.

He’s very familiar with the city’s name, Qing Shui even knows some of the great families in Baili City by name. After all, Qing Yi is the head of the Qing Family’s herbal business in Baili City.

"Qing Shui, Qing Bei, let’s go." Qingzi called out, then started running back towards Qing Village. His every step emitted the aura of dragon and tiger.

"It seems I was right, the eldest Sun Tzu of the third generation is not as simple as he seems!" Qing Shui thought deeply as he started to slowly run back to the village, but upon deep reflection, it makes sense. If Li were as honest as he appears, then he wouldn’t be the next successor of the Qing Clan.

Currently, among the third-generation disciples, Li is undoubtedly the strongest. After all, Qing Shui is an exception; he has not truly exhibited his strength yet.

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