Physician

The Northern Long Merchant Association's living room was very large, with a huge map hanging on the south wall. Starting from Crouching Dragon Pass, it extended outwards to cover hundreds of countries of varying sizes. The location of the Zhao Kingdom was inconspicuous, occupying only a small area on the map, much smaller than the other countries, especially the Eight Kingdoms.

There were many teahouses on both sides of the map, most of which were already full of martial artists. Fang Yu's Qi and Blood perception detected seven Third Grade Master.

'This is indeed a high-end place; it has gathered so many Master!'

Fang Yu's heart stirred slightly, and he looked at Chen Shan.

After entering the Chamber of Commerce, he sought out a servant and was speaking quietly with him. The servant would occasionally glance at Fang Yu, and whenever Fang Yu looked over, a smile would immediately appear on the servant's face.

After a moment, the two separated, and Chen Shan quickly approached. "Miss Tang, I've already inquired for you. There's a merchant caravan from the Zhao Kingdom currently purchasing supplies and recruiting martial artists within the pass. I've already spoken to the people in the merchant guild, and they'll immediately go and invite the caravan's physician, Zhao, over. Please sit down and have some tea; he'll be here shortly."

"Okay!" Fang Yu nodded and followed Chen Shan to an empty teahouse.

As soon as they sat down, a maid came and brought a pot of tea. Standing behind her, Chen Shan whispered, "This tea is complimentary!"

Fang Yu smiled, picked up the teacup, took a small sip, and nodded slightly, "This tea is good!"

"The road to Scarlet Peak Ridge has been rather unsettled lately. A pack of demonic wolves has migrated there from somewhere, including a powerful one. I heard it's been blocked for almost half a month!"

"That mountain range in the Western Ridge of Wu State hasn't been cleared yet. I heard several Master have died there. Prices there have risen quite a bit recently. Would you like to go with me?"

"I ran into ' One-Saber Immortal ' on my way here. And you know what? She's really beautiful. No wonder she's one of the Ten Beauties of the Border Wilderness. Not only is she strong, but she's also ruthless."

"I heard her swordsmanship is almost at the Grandmaster level?"

"That's right. Although I've never fought him, I can sense that he's only one step away from the Grandmaster realm."

"..."

Fang Yu listened to the idle chatter of the martial artists around him, slowly sipping his tea. After about half a pot of tea, the servant who had just left led a martial artist over.

This man was around forty years old, with a broad face, rough skin, and large hands. His left hand was always resting on the hilt of the sword at his waist, and he exuded the Qi and Blood of Master without restraint.

As it approached, a strong, pungent smell of blood filled the air.

'Such a heavy killing intent!'

Fang Yu thought to himself, stood up from his seat, and looked at the person who had come in.

"This is Miss Tang, who came from within the pass!"

"This is Zhao He, the Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Revenue of the Zhao Kingdom State!"

"Please continue your conversation, gentlemen. We shall take our leave!"

After the attendant introduced the two parties, he left with Chen Shan, leaving only the two of them in the teahouse.

Zhao He looked at Fang Yu with scrutiny, and with undisguised suspicion. "Is Miss Tang truly Master?"

Fang Yu's right hand, which had been hanging by his side, suddenly shot up, like a venomous snake, darting from his lower abdomen to his chest, and then struck out abruptly.

The palm also swells and enlarges during this process, and the veins on the bluish-purple back of the hand become bulging, like the gnarled roots of an old tree.

As Fang Yu made his move, Zhao He's expression changed drastically. He arched his chest, his back muscles bulged, and he also struck out with a palm.

"Bang..."

The two palms collided without any fancy moves, creating a visible circular shockwave.

"Ta-da..."

Zhao He took three steps back, leaving three deep footprints on the ground. The scrutiny in his eyes disappeared, replaced by a deep solemnity.

Fang Yu suddenly stomped his foot, his body swaying slightly as he dissipated the opponent's immense force from beneath his feet, and slowly withdrew his hand. "What does Doctor Zhao think of my palm strike?"

Zhao He took a deep breath, forcing a stiff smile. "Miss Tang's Mysterious Armor Prison-Suppressing Art is truly profound; I have learned my lesson!"

"Hahaha!" Fang Yu laughed and waved his hand, saying, "Please!"

The two sat down, Fang Yu keenly noticed that many people around them had already noticed the commotion. However, they only glanced at it a few times before looking away. It seemed that they were already used to such brief exchanges between Master, and they only glanced at Fang Yu, the newly emerged young female Master, a few more times.

"I wonder which school Miss Tang studied under. To have already advanced to the Master at such a young age is truly remarkable!"

As soon as Zhao He sat down, he began questioning Fang Yu about his background.

He smiled, took out the Wilderness Permit, and handed it over. "My father was originally a soldier, but he left the army due to injury and recuperated in the pass. I have been learning martial arts from my father since I was a child, and I was promoted to Master before the new year. My father then sent me to the Border Wilderness to make my way in the world, hoping that I could be promoted to Supreme Grandmaster in the future."

Zhao He examined the Wilderness Permit for a moment, then returned it. "May I ask how the young lady's father is addressed?"

Fang Yu shook his head and said, "My father doesn't want to talk about old military matters anymore, and it's inconvenient to disclose their names. If Doctor Zhao feels it's inappropriate, I certainly won't insist."

Zhao He paused slightly, then smiled and said, "Since you don't want to bring it up, I won't ask. Military affairs are indeed complicated, and my Zhao Kingdom won't delve into them. I just don't know why you chose my Zhao Kingdom. After all, with your Master level cultivation, you would receive extremely high honors even if you went to the Eight Kingdoms."

Fang Yu said in a deep voice, "There is no other reason. It is only because the Zhao Kingdom is deep in the Savage Wilderness, and I will not be a guest under someone else. My father's life wish is to have a piece of land of his own in the Savage Wilderness. Therefore, I came to the Savage Wilderness this time for two reasons: first, to hone my martial arts skills, and second, to help my father conquer a territory."

Zhao He nodded upon hearing this and said, "Young lady, you are indeed straightforward. Then I will be frank as well. If you are willing to come to my Zhao Kingdom, all the land you conquer will belong to the Tang family. The wasteland tax will be the same as everyone else's. At the same time, the country will also provide you with basic manpower and resources to help you gain a foothold in the Border Wilderness."

Fang Yu smiled and said, "Then thank you very much."

"Then it's settled!" Zhao He said with a smile, "The caravan will set off in three days, and you will come with me then."

After agreeing on the terms, the two set a meeting point three days later and then went their separate ways.

Leaving the Northern Long Merchant Association, Fang Yu was in a pretty good mood. He casually glanced at Chen Shan and said, "Take me to an inn in the city!"

"Yes!" Chen Shan immediately led the way. After walking for a while, he suddenly turned to Fang Yu and said, "Miss Tang, I... I wish to follow Miss Tang to the Zhao Kingdom. Is that alright?"

Fang Yu paused slightly, a playful expression in his eyes, and asked, "Why do you want to follow me?"

Chen Shan immediately said, "I... I don't want to be a shop assistant for the rest of my life!"

Fang Yu sensed the slightly boiling Qi and Blood within the other person's body and asked, "You're only Seventh Grade Battle Soldier right now. It's very dangerous for you to come with me to the Zhao Kingdom. I can't possibly take care of you."

Chen Shan immediately replied, "I am not afraid of danger or death. As long as you are willing to take me with you, my life will belong to you from now on."

Seeing the sincerity in his words, and considering that he would indeed need someone to help with chores on the journey, Fang Yu nodded in agreement, saying, "Alright, then prepare yourself. You will come with me to the Zhao Kingdom in three days."

"Thank you so much, young lady! Thank you so much, young lady!" Chen Shan thanked her repeatedly, overjoyed.