Transcending the Nine Heavens

CHAPTER 60: The Crown Prince's Tears

“Oh, that person is a descendant of an old friend of mine. Speaking of him, he is truly a good man. He values friendship and loyalty, is both courageous and wise, possesses exceptional martial skills, and although he is young, he is indeed a rare gem of a man.”

Du Shiqing sighed and shook his head as he introduced Chu Yang’s background, emphasizing the ambush he had encountered. He finally said, “If it weren’t for him, I fear this old man would not have met his royal highness the crown prince today. Moreover, this person has exceptional talent that is hard to imagine, he learns quickly, has an excellent memory, and is wise enough to be called a contemporary genius!”

Du Shiqing's accent was filled with admiration for Chu Yang, almost to the point of being relentless. His tone was sincere, clearly coming from the heart.

If Chu Yang had followed him all the way, perhaps the outcome would not have been so unexpected.

Du Shiqing also felt a faint regret, as he had revealed his intention to take Chu Yang as his disciple and teach him medicine more than once during the journey.

In fact, as they arrived here, Du Shiqing had once sadly said, “...Chu Yang, I have a vague premonition that this trip to Iron Cloud will be the end of me, Du Shiqing. If you cannot accept this, then my medical skills will be lost forever...”

Despite the grave nature of his words, Chu Yang still refused.

Du Shiqing sighed in disappointment. Although he had no hope of taking a disciple, he still passed on his life’s work, the "Immortal Healing Technique," to Chu Yang, along with a damaged volume of the "Compendium of Hundred Herbs."

“This 'Compendium of Hundred Herbs' is the origin of my medical skills. Throughout my life, I have only understood about sixty percent of it. And this 'Immortal Healing Technique' is the culmination of my life's blood and sweat. If you can learn it, that would be best. If not, please help me pass it down.” This was Du Shiqing’s earnest request to Chu Yang.

These two books were, however, the greatest unexpected gains from this journey for Chu Yang!

In Du Shiqing's heart, although Chu Yang had not agreed to become his apprentice, it was equivalent to inheriting his legacy. He did not spare any effort in praising Chu Yang.

Old Gao beside them snorted softly. He felt that since Chu Yang intended to leave, he should not enter Iron Cloud City. However, since he felt guilty about misunderstanding Chu Yang, he remained silent.

After all, the guy's indifference to fame and fortune did not seem fake...

“Mr. Du is truly a benevolent healer, whose grace benefits the world. After hearing this, my respect for Mr. Du has increased even more,” Tie Butian smiled. However, a glint flickered in his eyes as he secretly noted down the name “Chu Yang.”

Currently, Iron Cloud Nation was indeed desperate for talent.

If it weren’t for the heaven-mending crown prince taking over the military and political affairs of Iron Cloud Nation and establishing the Butian Pavilion to bolster its strength, Diwu Qingrou might have already led an army northward!

For Tie Butian, every talent was not to be overlooked! Much less a talent that could be deemed “terrifying”?

Tie Butian’s expression turned cold as he whispered to a person in blue beside him, “Send a message to Wu Kuangyun, telling him to come to Iron Cloud City; inform him that if he cannot clarify the matter of Divine Doctor Du being ambushed, he need not come in person, just send his head over!”

Wu Kuangyun was the commander of the Iron Blood Cavalry of the Iron Cloud Empire, a fierce general on the southwestern front with Great Zhao! He ranked tenth on the continent’s list of famous generals!

Although this ranking was at the bottom of the list, it was not something one could achieve simply through bravery in battle...

Tie Butian’s mention of Wu Kuangyun indicated that, judging by the timing and nature of this incident, it was undoubtedly done by Wu Kuangyun!