The Geared Immortal

 Chapter 615

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The constant use of his domain and force control made Shin Jiao realize that it has already developed to the point that he is able to grow up to this point. Although this current place he is in does not let him use Qi or mana and even his spiritual sense and absolute sense are blocked, he still found a way to be able to use them through skin contact.

And these extraordinary conditions made him able to use his abilities in extreme situations. With this Shin Jiao now discover that he has already grown to such strength. He didn't know how strong he would be once he came out of this place, but this aspect made him truly feel a bit of excitement in his heart, and the prospect of becoming stronger to be able to defend the people he cared about made him feel thankful.

Right now he found himself slump on a chair with a blanket put over his body.

As he opens his eyes, he saw a young woman sitting no too far from him while reading a book. She also noticed Shin Jiao's slight movement and immediately stops reading and paid attention to his direction.

"Doctor Ji, you're… you're awake." She muttered as she carefully stood up and walked closer.

She then slowly extended her hand and tried to touch something in the air. When she felt nothing a sign of relief could be seen on her face.

"Everyone was in a panic when they could not approach you… there was a mysterious… barrier around you that we are unable to do anything at all." She said with a hint of curiosity in her eyes.

"A… barrier?"

"Yes… it's like a wall… it suddenly appears when one of the maidservants covers you with a blanket. She was thrown away but luckily she didn't suffer any serious injuries." She explained.

"Oh… I'm sorry… I'm sorry for making everyone worried."

"Hihi… no worries… I'm imperial concubine Yue Lan. I'm a martial cultivator… that's why I'm the only one who can enter this place." She said while cupping her hand.

"Your highness…" Shin Jiao immediately cupped his hands in respect.

He knew that this woman is part of the imperial family, so he needs to show his respect to the woman. Shin Jiao already has a plan to be in the good books of the emperor so he would grab this opportunity.

"You are too formal. This concubine was just curious about what that invisible wall that covered your body for 2 days already."

When Shin Jiao heard the woman he felt a little flabbergasted. He did not expect that his breakthrough and attainment has taken him a whole 2 days. This was not to his expectation.

"Your highness, you mean I was asleep for 2 days?" Shin Jiao confirmed.

With a nod, imperial concubine Yue Lan confirmed his question.

Suddenly, Shin Jiao showed a worried look on his face. And imperial concubine Yua Lan seems to guess why he is worried.

"Do not worry about that young mother and the child, they are doing fine. Plus she is looking after your clinic with the help of Doctor Bailao Di." She said with a smile.

Shin Jiao just smiled as that was not in his mind. Although he cares about that mother and child, they are not his main concern. He is just a passerby in their lives and would soon journey to the outside world. What he truly worries about right now is how to get a chance to talk to the emperor.

But it seems that his luck is abundant as the woman suddenly turns around and walks towards the door.

"Doctor Ji, the emperor told me to send you to his quarters once you wake up. Would you mind following this concubine?" she suddenly said as she stood by the door.

Shin Jiao did not hesitate and just stood from his seat and carefully arrange his robe.

The two then strode out of the room and while doing so, Shin Jiao has already noticed the book that the woman is carrying. It is about natural arrays and formation.

"Your highness is learning about arrays?" Shin Jiao asked casually while they were walking.

When the servants behind them heard the young doctor's questions, they immediately walked behind them with a little distance.

In the palace, concubine Yue Lan is known for being the most mysterious concubine in the harem. In her concubine palace, those who are not familiar with its structure would find themselves lost inside of it. If those who enter it would not receive any help, then they would be trap inside of it until they die.

That is the reason why no one dares to enter that place casually. Only those who were granted permission and was guided by some of the maids from that place could enter it without getting lost.

And the words 'Formation Array' are the reason for that.

Concubine Yue Lan belongs to the reclusive Golden Flower Sect. In her younger years, she and the emperor (which is still the crown prince at that time) have a fateful encounter which led to her falling in love with the emperor. And that love leads the emperor to bring her to the empire. However, when she discovered the truth, she was really angry about his lies.

But it seems that her love for him is true that she relents and lets him marry her.

And this became a great bond between the Silver Moon Empire and the Golden Flower Sect. From then on, the empire became the responsibility of the sect to protect.

Hence the power of the empire became strong and stable.

With the help of the Golden Flower Sect, no kingdom dare oppose the empire.

And since Concubine Yue Lan was the reason for this stability everyone respected her and her position could even be compared to the empress of the empire.

However, she is aloft and did not bother with the politics and the squabble amongst these mortals. For her, her status is greater and she is just here to appease her heart and to guide her son, the 8th prince of the empire.

Concubine Yue Lan just flashed a knowing smile on her face. She knew that this young doctor is not that simple. From the time that she saw him inside that circular barrier, she knew that he is someone special.

"Yes, you know about an array?" she asks with a smile.

Shin Jiao just nodded.

Concubine Yue Lan wanted to ask more, but the group has already arrived in front of the main hall of the palace where there are many officials standing around while discussing something.

When they saw Concubine Lan and the young doctor behind her along with the entourage, they all showed a surprised look on their faces. This is because the aloft and beautiful Concubine Yue Lan has lowered herself to escort the young doctor.

They all knew what had happened two days ago and about the 3rd prince's daughter being born. The emperor was truly happy as this is the second young princess of the empire. So the imperial family is in a festive mood. However, the young doctor seems to fall into a coma and the appearance of the barrier. And this event has been the topic of discussion in the court for today.

Shin Jiao did not bother with the others as he just directly walk forward and kneel below the throne while facing the emperor.

"This humble servant apologizes for the trouble this humble one has caused the emperor." Shin Jiao said politely.

"Haha… no trouble at all divine Doctor Ji, you may stand. In fact, I am truly happy that you have saved my granddaughter and my 3rd son's concubine princess." The emperor said with a smile.

The more he looks at this young and handsome doctor, his heart feels contented. In his mind, he is already thinking about how to rope in this doctor to the side of the crown prince.

When Shin Jiao stood up, someone suddenly said.

"The famous doctor Ji is truly gifted. He is even able to sleep in the palace at his will. We are truly blessed to have such a divine doctor."

When everyone heard this tone, they all froze on the spot. This is because this tone came from a young man who is currently entering the hall. Behind him is an entourage of generals and military officers.

When the emperor saw the young man, he suddenly showed a proud look on his old face.

"Oh, my 8th son… you have arrived at last. Hahaha… " the emperor said with a smile.

Meanwhile, Concubine Yue Lan also showed a gentle look on her face. Seeing her son coming back to the palace is a good thing for her. She has missed her son for a very long time ever since he went to the southeastern border of the empire fighting against the Golden Dragon Empire army who is trying to advance their territory.

However, due to the huge defeat of the Golden Dragon Empire in the south center's main road between empires, the battle suddenly stopped and the Golden Dragon Empire seem to suddenly fall back to their borders. And this is the reason why her son was able to come back today after a whole month of travel.

"Concubine mother… this son is happy to see you." the 8th prince greeted.

However, Shin Jiao just looks at this 8th prince and knew that this person has some animosity towards him. This is because of the way this person looks at him while greeting his own mother.

"Father, I have come and brought the brave soldier who truly fought in the against the Golden Dragon Imperial army… These soldiers are the true heroes of the empire."

When the emperor and the minister heard this, they all showed an awkward expression on their faces. How could they not know what the 8th prince wanted to do? But they could not deny the fact that the Golden Dragon Empire's retreat is due to the loss of a huge number of their officers and powerful martial cultivator army.

If not, the war would have never stopped even with these soldiers fighting in the front lines. But as the emperor likes this 8th son of his, he just showed a faint smile and waves his hand.

"My Hao'er is correct. We will have a feast at the end of the month to celebrate the return of our true heroes."

With the emperor's words, everyone nodded their heads.

Suddenly, the 8th prince walked towards Shin Jiao and look at him up and down. Then with a sneer on his face, he muttered.

"A false doctor… and an impostor…"