Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World Chapter 1084 - 566: Luochuan’s Sensing

After thinking deeply for quite a while, Gu Sheng made his way toward one of the groups.

This group possessed robust Spiritual Energy and showed no signs of Evil Qi; clearly, they were here purely for the Spiritual Pearls. As Gu Sheng drew closer gradually, their eyes filled with caution.

With just a short distance remaining between them, Gu Sheng came to a halt.

"Brother, I mean no harm. I just wanted to ask, since you’ve already reached the foot of East Mountain, why have you set up camp here? Is the Sect Leader of the Fan Sect unavailable?"

Upon hearing these words, the man let out a clear sigh of relief.

"The Sect Leader is here, but the hour hasn’t arrived yet; we can’t enter East Mountain."

"Why?"

"The Fan Sect Leader has decreed that we must wait until all sects have arrived at the mountain’s foot before we can enter East Mountain to ensure fairness. We arrived first, so we picked a good spot to camp."

As he spoke, he gestured toward a nearby empty area.

"There’s no one over there; you can set up there. There are still many people on their way, and it might take a few days."

Taking in his friendly suggestion, Gu Sheng let out an intentional sigh.

Noticing the sigh, the man offered gentle reassurance, "Don’t worry, we’ll enter East Mountain sooner or later."

In response, Gu Sheng shook his head.

"That’s not what I’m worried about; it’s our lives I’m concerned with."

"Lives? What do you mean? Are you afraid of losing your life in the fight for Spiritual Pearls?"

"No, if there really are Spiritual Pearls, I’m not afraid to risk my life. I just fear they’re using the guise of the pearls to lure us in."

With that, Gu Sheng raised his gaze to meet the man's eyes.

"By right, since we arrived first, we should be the first to enter East Mountain, but they require us to wait until all have arrived, which makes me suspicious. After all, there are Jianghu rumors that the Fan Sect has dealings with Evil Demons, a sect with such heavy Evil Qi makes me doubt if they actually have the Spiritual Pearls, and moreover..."

He paused, seeming reluctant to continue as if holding back further words.

Observing his hesitation, the man eagerly advanced a couple of steps.

"Brother, what’s on your mind? What else is there? Have you discovered something?"

"I haven’t discovered anything specific, just doubts in my heart."

"Why?"

"Because not long ago, the Fan Sect battled the Qikong Sect twice. They wanted to erase Qikong Sect from Jianghu, but failed twice due to the support of the renowned sects. It’s said that many in the Fan Sect were injured. They just returned to East Mountain and released the news about the Spiritual Pearls. After arriving, we still have to wait for all parties to arrive before entering. I suspect they’re recruiting, and once those willing to join them arrive, our lives will be the nourishment they need to recover."

Following yet another sigh, Gu Sheng turned his eyes toward him.

"Brother, I see your group’s Spiritual Energy is dense without any trace of Evil Qi, so I decided to share this information. There’s always someone trying to harm Jianghu, so you and your people must be cautious, don’t fall into their trap. Regardless of whether there are Spiritual Pearls or not, stay vigilant and protect yourselves."

Having delivered his message, Gu Sheng spun around and departed, though not straying too distant; instead, he established his camp at the location the man had recommended.

The distance between the two camping areas was merely around ten meters, keeping them relatively close.

Upon witnessing him set up there, Hong Mei and the rest hurried over promptly.

"Gu Sheng, what’s happening? Why aren’t they entering East Mountain but settling here?"

"Everyone come in first."

Once Gu Sheng uttered those words, the group clustered together.

With everyone settled in place, Gu Sheng called forth a petite tripod that floated overhead for all to see.

"The Fan Sect demands all members arrive before entering East Mountain. I suspect they want to gather those willing to join them and lead them into the mountain, risking the lives of us Jianghu people."

Gu Sheng's explanation ignited fury among the listeners.

"This Fan Sect really knows how to stir things up! They can think of any kind of devious plan!"

Lan Yao vented her anger with a grumble, as Bai Yu gave a firm nod of support.

"Indeed, they always employ some deceitful tactics. If there are sincere people, they really wouldn’t stand a chance. Gu Sheng, which sect did you just question?"

"I don’t know, I didn’t ask, but their Spiritual Energy is strong without a hint of Evil Qi. Even if they’re not from a renowned sect, they have a clean background. If something happens later, we should protect them."

Grasping his intent, the others all nodded their assent.

While they continued to debate the issue, Luochuan, who had stayed unassuming within the circle, abruptly voiced his thoughts.

"Master, Saint Ya has left."

Bai Yu's eyes bulged wide at the news.

"What did you say? How do you know?!"

"I sensed my father’s presence; he left with Saint Ya."

No one questioned the validity of his claim.

Given that Luochuan carried King Luo’s bloodline, he could detect the faintest traces of aura.

Still, Gu Sheng remained baffled. Numerous sects were already assembled, so why depart now for Saint Ya?

It was clear Bai Yu had pondered the same puzzle.

He directed his gaze toward Gu Sheng and posed the very question.

When faced with the query, Gu Sheng merely shook his head, equally perplexed.

"I don’t know, could it be that something major has occurred?"

The moment Gu Sheng voiced this, the group concurred immediately.

The Fan Sect held great significance for Saint Ya; she would not abandon the scene now unless a far graver event unfolded.

Though anxiety gnawed at them, they remained stationed in their spot.

As the day drew to a close, additional teams began pitching their camps in the vicinity.

That very night, beneath the radiant moonlight, Gu Sheng abruptly detected an irregularity.

He sprang to his feet without delay, straining his ears to catch the sounds from beyond.

Indeed, the subtle patter of approaching footsteps grew nearer.