"Brother, you are finally here. I thought you were dead."
Tian Xuanzi was wearing a crescent moon white daoist robe and he was waiting with a group of people. As soon as he saw Ding Ning, he immediately pounced toward Ding Ning. But the moment he opened his mouth, Tian Xuanzi's face darkened and he couldn't wait to beat Ding Ning up.
With a flash, Ding Ning dodged Tian Xuanzi's passionate hug and he waved his hand, "Alright, let's not waste any more time."
Tian Xuanzi was not annoyed at all. He rubbed his hands and asked, "Brother, you can save my senior martial brother, right?"
"Let's wait and see first. I can't guarantee anything without seeing him!"
Ding Ning said calmly under the doubtful gazes of the many Pavilion of Heavenly Mysteries disciples.
"Tsk, I thought we invited a great doctor but it's just a young kid."
"What is Uncle-Master Tian Xuanzi thinking? Why would he invite such a young doctor?"
"Uncle-Master Tian Xuanzi has always been unreliable. How can the people he knows be reliable?"
"Nonsense.
Damn it, he's not reliable at all. This kid is so young, what kind of ability can he have?
"I think we should wait for the Medical Saint Sect's people. This kid is definitely not capable. I wonder what is wrong with the young pavilion master. Why is he acting like Uncle-Master Tian Xuanzi?"
"Uncle-Master Tian Wuzi has already sent an invitation to the Medical Saint Sect. They are not far from here, they should be here soon."
…
Initially, Ding Ning thought that the disciples of Tianji Pavilion were here to welcome him and he was quite satisfied. But when he heard their whispers, he realized that he had been overthinking it. They were here to welcome the people of Medical Saint Sect. However, it also showed how unpopular Tian Xuanzi was in the sect.
Tian Xuanzi's face turned red and he glared at these disciples. Although he was not a reputable person, his reputation was still known to the public. The disciples who were gossiping quickly shut their mouths but their faces were still filled with disdain.
Qiao Qiao also explained embarrassedly, "Ding Ning, don't be angry. Before you called, the elders in the pavilion had already contacted the Medical Saint Sect …"
"It's alright. It's a good thing that the Medical Saint Sect is here. As long as we can save Senior Tianjizi, everything will be fine."
Ding Ning waved his hand unconcernedly to stop her explanation. He said in a low voice, "Take me to see Elder Tianjizi first."
"Alright, come with me."
Tian Xuanzi agreed right away and turned around to lead the way.
Qiao Qiao gave Ding Ning an apologetic look. Ding Ning smiled and nodded to show his understanding. He knew that Qiao Qiao, as the Young Pavilion Master, represented the Tianji Pavilion, so she naturally had to stay to welcome the people of the Holy Medical Family.
"Junior Martial Brother Tian Xuanzi, where are you going?"
Suddenly, a sarcastic voice sounded.
Dozens of middle-aged Daoists dressed the same as Tian Xuanzi blocked their way and the leading Daoist was staring at Tian Xuanzi with an arrogant expression.
"Of course I'm going to bring my brother to treat the Pavilion Master. Why? Tian Wuzi, do you have any objections? "
Tian Xuanzi frowned, the smile on his face disappeared and his tone was filled with a strong threat.
"Opinions? Of course I have no objections. However, Uncle-Master Tian Tianzi said that you have always been unreliable. Who knows if the doctor you invited will worsen the Pavilion Master's condition. Hence, before the people from the Medical Saint Sect arrive, no one is allowed to treat the Pavilion Master. "
A look of fear flashed in Tian Wuzi's eyes, and he subconsciously took two steps back. But then he remembered that he was here under orders, and his courage grew again. He looked at Ding Ning with disdain. His expression was like that of a vile person who used a chicken feather as an arrow to command others, and he looked as if he deserved a beating.
Ding Ning crossed his arms and looked at the scene with interest. He thought that the Tianji Pavilion was a secluded paradise, but he never thought that there would be such things happening here.
Of course, this might not be targeted at him. It could only be said that Tian Xuanzi was not very sociable and he had offended many people in the Tianji Pavilion. Even that Tian Kongzi did not trust him, which caused him to be mocked.
"Hmph! Uncle-Master Tian Tianzi knows nothing. My brother's medical skills are recognized by senior martial brother. If he can't cure senior martial brother, then no one can. Now, get out of my way! "
Tian Xuanzi was embarrassed in front of Ding Ning. His face turned red and he took a step forward with a ferocious look in his eyes. It looked like he was going to start a fight if there was any disagreement. Tian Wuzi and the others were so frightened that they all took a step back and made way for him.
"Brother, let's go. Let's see who dares to stop us."
Tian Xuanzi humphed coldly and walked over. His ferocious eyes glanced around as if he couldn't wait for these guys to stop him.
Ding Ning thought that Tian Wuzi and the others would definitely have a conflict with Tian Xuanzi. Thus, he was ready to fight. But to his surprise, wherever Tian Xuanzi looked, Tian Xuanzi and the others' faces turned red and they clenched their fists in anger. However, they still stood aside and didn't dare to move.
Ding Ning followed behind Tian Xuanzi without any obstruction. He didn't know if he should laugh or cry. Tian Wuzi and the others were acting so arrogantly just now. Ding Ning thought that he would have to put in a lot of effort to deal with them. But it turned out to be all bark and no bite.
Although Tian Xuanzi wasn't well-liked in the Tian Ji Pavilion, he was still infamous. These people must have been bullied by him before, which explained why they were so cowardly.
No wonder Siqiao said that other than Tian Jizi, Tian Xuanzi didn't care about anyone else in the Tian Ji Pavilion. Now, it seemed like it was true.
Furthermore, Tian Jizi's life was in danger and he was bedridden. With no one to control him, Tian Xuanzi was like a wild horse that ran away from its reins. He was getting more and more lawless. Even the words of that so-called Uncle-Master Tian Tianzi were ignored by him.
"A bunch of cowards. So boring."
Tian Xuanzi's performance was so good that Tian Wuzi and the others no longer dared to say a word. He even mocked Tian Xuanzi with disdain as if he regretted not being able to fight with Tian Wuzi.
Ding Ning shook his head with a bitter smile. This guy was really annoying. No wonder he was so unpopular.
Tian Xuanzi said proudly, "How is it? Am I good? "
Ding Ning's face was filled with black lines. Being ostracized by the people in the same sect and having to rely on his fists to maintain a good relationship with the people in the same sect, Tian Xuanzi wasn't ashamed of his failure. Instead, he was proud of it. Only a weirdo like him could be so proud.
"These guys are too cowardly. There are more than a dozen of them and I can tell that their cultivation level is not much weaker than yours. They might not be a match for you one on one, but with a dozen of them, how can they lose to you?"
Ding Ning couldn't be bothered to look at Tian Xuanzi's smug face and he asked in confusion.
Tian Xuanzi smiled mysteriously and said proudly, "Then you don't understand. They all cultivate the art of Tian Ji. Their cultivation level may be high but none of them know how to fight. Even if they come at me together, they won't be a match for me."
It was only then that Ding Ning came to a realization and he asked, "Have you tried it before?"
"Of course. That time, there were even more of them than now. More than twenty of them besieged me, but I still beat them until they were looking for their teeth on the ground. They wailed like ghosts and howled like wolves as they complained. Because of this, I was punished by my senior brother to face the wall and reflect on my mistakes for three months."
Tian Xuanzi said happily.
"Three months is already a light punishment. If I were your senior martial brother, I would punish you for three years."
Ding Ning was speechless and he started to pity these pitiful disciples of Tian Ji Pavilion.
"A bunch of hypocrites. Except for my Senior Brother and the Young Pavilion Master, these guys are all sanctimonious hypocrites. They talk about the common people in the world, about benevolence, righteousness, and morality, but in fact, they are all selfish. They are afraid of sacrificing their lives for the common people, so they forced the position of Pavilion Master to my Senior Brother. Only my Senior Brother is stupid enough to accept this position."
Tian Xuanzi curled his lips and said angrily.
Ding Ning kept quiet. As an outsider, it was not appropriate for him to comment on the internal secrets of Tian Ji Pavilion.
However, he could also imagine that with so many people in the Pavilion of Heavenly Secrets, not all of them could be selfless. Only the Pavilion Master, who was pushed out every generation, was the true sacrifice. They, on the other hand, hid behind the scenes and enjoyed the status and privileges of the Pavilion of Heavenly Secrets.
According to Tian Xuanzi, Tian Ji Pavilion had its own businesses in the mortal world and every Tian Ji Pavilion member with a bit of status had many wives and concubines in the mortal world.
"Does your senior martial brother have a family?"
Ding Ning respected someone like Tian Jizi who was selfless but he was also curious if Tian Jizi had any children.
"I don't know!"
Tian Xuanzi shook his head.
In order to prevent the Pavilion of Heavenly Secrets from being coerced and used by those with ill intentions, whether or not a Pavilion Master had a family or not was a top secret. Only after their death could one find out where their family was and whether or not they had any children in their will.
After the death of the previous pavilion master, Tian Ji Pavilion learned of Tian Xuanzi's existence from his will. Tian Jizi then brought Tian Xuanzi to Tian Ji Pavilion and took care of him. This had become a tradition of Tian Ji Pavilion.
Of course, everyone had their own selfish motives and there were pavilion masters who didn't want their children to walk the same path as them. Thus, they didn't mention it in their will at all. Thus, whether they had a family or not became an unsolvable mystery.
Tian Xuanzi and Ding Ning chatted as they walked. Soon, they arrived at an ancient-looking wooden pavilion. Seven old Daoists with white hair and beard stood guard in front of the door. They were all looking at Ding Ning coldly.
"Senior martial uncles, this is the little divine doctor, Ding Ning."
Although Tian Xuanzi was rude to Tian Kongzi in front of Tian Wuzi and the others, he still maintained the proper etiquette in front of them. He cupped his fists respectfully and introduced Ding Ning.
Ding Ning's expression was calm as he accepted the gazes of the elders of Tian Ji Pavilion. However, in his heart, he was shocked.
Although he knew that Tian Ji Pavilion cultivated the art of divination and wasn't good at fighting, the aura that Tian Kongzi and the others gave off had the strength of a half-step pericelestial. This had completely overturned his understanding of the human world.
"Little divine doctor, thank you so much. Tian Xuanzi, bring the little divine doctor to the next room and serve him some tea."
Tian Xuanzi said politely but his face was filled with coldness. His unquestionable attitude clearly showed that he didn't take Ding Ning seriously and that he had to wait for the arrival of Medical Saint Sect.
"Senior martial uncle, the pavilion master is in danger. Now that the little divine doctor is here, he must come and see him first."
The anger in Tian Xuanzi's heart flared up immediately. He put away his respectful expression and said in a tough tone.
"Tian Xuanzi, the little divine doctor has been traveling for a long time. How can he come and see him first? If this gets out, we will become a laughing stock. People will think that Tian Ji Pavilion doesn't know how to treat our guests."
Tian Kongzi seemed to have seen through Tian Xuanzi's temper and said in a neutral tone. Tian Xuanzi's face turned red and he couldn't say a word for a long time.
Ding Ning knew that these old men didn't think that he could cure Tian Jizi. So, he secretly released his spiritual psyche into the room. Although Tian Jizi was unconscious, he was still alive and wouldn't die anytime soon.
Besides, Ding Ning didn't want to see Tian Xuanzi and the sect fight each other. So, he pulled Tian Xuanzi's sleeve and shook his head, signaling him to calm down. Then, he said calmly, "I have been traveling for such a long time in the middle of the night. I am indeed a little tired. Let me have a cup of tea and rest for a while."
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