Dragon Martial Sword Supreme

Performing a task three times in exchange for an incredibly precious Elixir recipe was an extremely good deal. Needless to say, Master Yu had no objections.

"Duration? How about ten years?"

Zhao Letian pondered briefly, nonchalantly suggesting.

"That's acceptable."

Master Yu nodded.

A mere decade was, after all, perhaps nothing more than the duration of a short retreat for someone as powerful as him. It would pass by in the blink of an eye and was hardly worth mentioning.

"Very well, please take the Heavenly Dao Oath."

Zhao Letian said.

"What? You want me, an elder, to take the Heavenly Dao Oath? With my status and identity, do you really think I would deceive you?"

Master Yu said with displeasure.

He had been active in the Royal Capital for many years and at the very least maintained his credibility. Taking a Heavenly Dao Oath was an insult to him.

"Please forgive me, Master. Your strength is formidable, and I admit that I am far inferior. If you do not take the Heavenly Dao Oath, I truly cannot be at ease."

Zhao Letian shook his head with a chuckle and calmly stated.

"Fine, I can take the Heavenly Dao Oath, but only under the condition that you let me confirm that you really possess the Elixir recipe for the Life Extension Pill and that you also take a corresponding Heavenly Dao Oath."

Master Yu thought for a moment before saying.

"No problem. This Jade Scroll contains part of the information about the Elixir recipe. One look at it and you'll know."

Zhao Letian said without hesitation as he took out a Jade Scroll and handed it to Master Yu, and then, right in front of him, took a Heavenly Dao Oath to ensure that Master Yu, upon fulfilling his obligation, would definitely receive the Elixir recipe for the Life Extension Pill.

"The Elixir recipe is indeed without issue."

As a third-level Alchemist, Master Yu immediately confirmed the authenticity of the Elixir recipe and without further hesitation took the Heavenly Dao Oath in front of Zhao Letian.

From now on, for the next ten years, Master Yu must follow Zhao Letian, not only refraining from harming him but also rendering his assistance three times.

"Let's get this straight, I'm not your servant. Even if I'm by your side, I won't take orders from you. Once the three tasks are completed or the ten years are up, I can leave of my own accord."

Master Yu reconfirmed.

"Of course."

Zhao Letian said with an indifferent smile.

"Where to now?"

Master Yu inquired.

From then on, he was to follow Zhao Letian.

"To the Gray Wolf Kingdom's Inn."

Zhao Letian replied candidly.

"Are you really Zhao Zilong?"

Surprise flashed in Master Yu's eyes.

"No doubt about it."

Zhao Letian replied nonchalantly, then with a sway, he returned to his Zhao Zilong appearance.

Master Yu had already taken the Heavenly Dao Oath and would be following him from now on, so there was no need to hide anything from him.

"Such an exquisite Disguise Technique. Not even I could detect any flaws. And your Concealing Breath Technique is also incredibly potent. Despite being merely in the True Martial Eighth Realm, you managed to evade the detection of even High-level Sect Martial practitioners. With these two secret techniques, you could easily wander the Royal Capital unnoticed. Why bother having me as your bodyguard?"

Master Yu couldn't help but express his admiration.

"Master flatters me. One can never predict everything. I'm merely being cautious for any unexpected events. Like today, although I employed both the Disguise Technique and the Concealing Breath Technique, didn't I still get cornered?"

Zhao Letian replied with a head shake and a chuckle.

"That's true. But you've certainly got guts, daring to provoke those from the Song Family. Once they're involved, even if you're a genius from the Gray Wolf Kingdom, I fear you won't end up well."

Master Yu nodded and jested with a chuckle.

"That's why I came to you, Master. What do I have to fear with you by my side?"

Zhao Letian responded with a calm smile.

"Ha, you overestimate me. Although I have some influence and can call upon King-level Experts for help, you should know that within the Song Family sits a genuine King-level Expert. Even I would prefer not to provoke them."

Master Yu said with a wry smile and a shake of his head.

"It's fine. The Song Family, being imperial relatives, surely wouldn't task a King-level Expert to deal with someone of the mere True Martial Realm, right? Having Master Yu with me is enough. It's getting late. Let's go, follows me back to the Inn."

Zhao Letian spoke nonchalantly.

"Mhm."

Master Yu nodded, then together with Zhao Letian, they leaped into the air and turned into two swift streaks of light, heading straight for the Gray Wolf Kingdom's Inn.

…

The Gray Wolf Kingdom's Inn consisted of a vast complex of buildings, with each genius assigned their own independent courtyard. Moreover, around each courtyard were powerful Arrays and restrictions, not only protecting their safety but also preventing outside Divine Thoughts from prying.

"You can pick any room to stay in. I'll contact you if there's anything."

Back at his courtyard, Zhao Letian took out a Communication Jade Scroll and tossed it to Master Yu.

There were many rooms in his courtyard, more than enough to accommodate a guest like Master Yu.

"Mhm."

Master Yu nodded nonchalantly and then walked into a nearby room on his own.

His life was nearing its end, and he needed to immediately consume the three Life Extension Pills he had obtained today to prolong his life.

"Buzz!"

Just then, the Array Formation Light Shield around the courtyard trembled slightly.

"Is someone coming?"

Zhao Letian's gaze sharpened, and as he turned to look, he saw that it was the same three people who had helped him last time: Nalan Yun, Yanmoluo, and Hua Qianyang.

"Whoosh!"

In the next instant, Zhao Letian's figure flashed, appearing outside the courtyard.

"Brother Zilong, you're really unharmed. That's great."

Seeing Zhao Letian safe and sound, Nalan Yun immediately showed an expression of joy.

Similarly, joy flickered in the eyes of Yanmoluo and Hua Qianyang.

Last night, Zhao Letian had been taken away by a High-level Sect Martial practitioner, his life and death unknown. Now, seeing him alive relieved their worries.

It wasn't so much that they had a profound relationship with Zhao Letian, but rather that they didn't want to see one of their own killed in the Royal Capital before even entering the Imperial Secret Realm.

"Nalan Brother, Yan Brother, Hua Brother, thank you for your help last night. This kindness is engraved in my heart. I shall repay it someday."

Zhao Letian said with a slight smile, expressing his gratitude to Nalan Yun and the others.

"No need for that. We just happened to be passing by yesterday and wanted to practice a bit. In fact, we didn't manage to be of much help. It was thanks to your own good fortune that you were able to turn peril into safety."

Nalan Yun shook his head with a smile, downplaying his own contribution.

"There's no need for thanks. Once we enter the Imperial Secret Realm, we'll need to help each other. Compared to Meng Yi and others, I'd rather believe in you."

Hua Qianyang maintained her enchanting demeanor, casting a coquettish look at Zhao Letian.

"Amitabha, Brother Zhao, you must be extra careful in the future. Those people from last night will likely not let matters rest."

Yanmoluo pressed his palms together and advised.