The Capital's Dragon Doctor

"I'm actually... going to die at your hands?"

Coughing up mouthfuls of blood, Chen Jing stared in disbelief at the bloody fist buried in his abdomen. His eyes were filled with shock and confusion, as if he still couldn't accept the fact that he was truly dying at Lin Feng's hands.

BAM!

Lin Feng lashed out with a kick, sending him flying backward. He slammed hard against the wall, rebounded, and crashed heavily to the ground.

This time, his injuries were even more severe; his internal organs felt like a jumbled mess. He struggled to open his eyes and glared at Lin Feng, who stood not far away. His gaze was full of venom, but his will to fight was gone, and his life force faded completely.

CLAP. CLAP. CLAP.

Just then, the sound of applause came from behind Lin Feng, but he didn't move a muscle.

When the clapping stopped, he slowly turned his head. A skinny, ugly young man with sunken cheeks was standing behind him.

His eyes were ice-cold, holding a hint of mockery as he looked at Lin Feng, and the corners of his mouth curled into a cruel smirk.

"I'm surprised you actually dared to kill him."

The man in black spoke slowly. His pale face held a morbid flush, making him seem not quite human.

Lin Feng's brow furrowed slightly. His senses were exceptionally sharp; he had detected the man in black the instant he appeared behind him.

"Who are you? Are you looking for a fight, too?"

Lin Feng stared at the young man in black, his expression tensing. The fists he had just relaxed tightened once more.

"Heh, don't misunderstand. I wouldn't dare."

The young man in black chuckled and shook his head, but then his tone shifted. "However, I can help you."

At these words, Lin Feng's gaze sharpened. 'The man's intentions are obvious. He's trying to take advantage of the situation. If he wants a piece of the pie, then I don't mind taking out another enemy.'

"What's your name?"

Lin Feng asked, watching the man in black. Though he wasn't afraid, he needed to know just who this person was.

'From the looks of it, he's at a similar level to me—he's just reached the rank of a Mid-Stage Innate Martial Artist. I can handle someone like that.'

'Even after that huge battle, an Ancient Martial Artist like this is still no match for me.'

"It doesn't matter who I am. Just understand one thing: a lot of people have their eyes on that Purple Reishi in your hands."

"I don't know why you're still hanging around, but it's a good thing. Because if you don't find someone to cooperate with, you'll never make it out of this city."

The man in black said with a sinister smile, and he wasn't wrong. After all, the attendees of this auction weren't just merchants from the secular world.

There were also disciples from hidden sects present. Lin Feng, with only the strength of the Mid Stage of Innate, had managed to acquire the Purple Reishi. To those sect disciples accompanied by their Elders, he was a tempting target.

Lin Feng let out a cold sneer. Of course, he was aware of the situation. He had ways to protect himself, but he didn't want to use them, because he absolutely had to get the Purple Reishi.

"Don't you guys have anything better to do?"

Lin Feng said nonchalantly. He was confident, but he was unwilling to kill needlessly. Otherwise, he would have already struck, killed the man in an instant, and left.

'As far as I can sense, this young man in black has only just entered the Mid Stage of Innate. From my perspective, strength like that doesn't even qualify as cannon fodder.'

"Heh, you're a cocky one, aren't you? Don't think you're invincible just because you're a Mid-Stage Innate Martial Artist. To us, that level of strength makes you nothing more than an ant. You're still wet behind the ears."

The young man in black said coldly, his eyes filled with contempt. He was certain Lin Feng couldn't escape his grasp.

"Work with me, kid."

"I'm not as greedy as the others. I'll be happy with just half of the Purple Reishi."

The young man in black said, looking at Lin Feng. Although he didn't dare to fight him, he wasn't willing to give up on the Purple Reishi.

"Half?"

"Why don't you just try to rob me?"

Lin Feng snorted. 'This Purple Reishi is a Thousand-Year-Old Spiritual Medicine, one of the main ingredients for the pill I need to reach the Late Stage of Innate. And this guy has the nerve to demand half? Talk about an outrageous demand.'

"Hahaha! This is your only choice."

"You have to understand, the effects of this Purple Reishi are incredible. With your level of strength, keeping it all for yourself is just a pipe dream!"

The young man in black spoke with wild arrogance. The effects of the Purple Reishi were indeed heaven-defying, and it was a primary ingredient for refining several rare pills. Even a sect disciple like him was deeply tempted when he learned how precious this reishi was.

"You can forget about the Purple Reishi."

Lin Feng said nonchalantly. The Purple Reishi was what he needed to improve his strength. He had to have it; he wouldn't have taken such a risk otherwise.

"Since you insist on being foolish, you're on your own. I just hope those other people don't make your death too miserable."

After his cold parting shot, the young man in black turned and left without the slightest hesitation.

Lin Feng's eyes narrowed as he watched the man's retreating back.

Honestly, if he hadn't just fought a life-or-death battle with an expert from the Late Stage of Innate, and if he couldn't feel so many eyes watching him from the shadows, Lin Feng would never have let that man leave. But his body wasn't in peak condition, so he didn't act rashly.

BOOM!

Suddenly, a series of massive crashes echoed from the street outside, and several powerful auras began to rapidly approach.

Lin Feng raised an eyebrow. He knew what was happening. Some people had seen his inaction and guessed he wasn't in peak condition. Now, they couldn't restrain themselves any longer and were making their move.

He curled his lip in disdain. 'Idiots. Even if they wanted to make a move, they shouldn't have picked this moment.'

WHOOSH...

A moment later, seven or eight powerfully built men in combat attire rushed out from the end of the tree-lined street.

Each one was built like a bear, their bulging muscles radiating explosive strength.

The two men in the lead were tall and imposing, standing nearly two meters tall like iron towers. They radiated a terrifying aura that made the very air around them feel heavy.

"You the kid, Lin Feng?"

One of the brawny men boomed, while the other beside him stared at Lin Feng with a mocking sneer.

But Lin Feng simply smiled, turned, and walked right back into the hotel.

"Huh?"

Seeing Lin Feng's move, the man was completely stunned. He had never imagined Lin Feng would simply walk back into the hotel.