Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World Chapter 1093 - 570: Disguise Skill (Part 2)

"Hong Mei, you’re really amazing!"

At these words, Hong Mei lifted her chin with a gentle motion.

"I’ve said it before, I’m a master of the Disguise Skill—do you trust me now?"

"We totally believe you; you’re just too impressive!"

A smile crossed Hong Mei’s face as she passed a copper mirror over to Luochuan.

"Have a look and tell me if it meets your approval. If it doesn’t, we can tweak it right away."

Accepting the copper mirror, Luochuan gazed at his reflection for the first time.

The utterly strange face staring back left him in disbelief, prompting him to reach out and feel it.

"It’s flawless, absolutely perfect."

"This Human Skin Mask will hold up for a full year. During that time, you can keep this new look. Naturally, if you decide to switch back to your original appearance, I’ll assist you on the spot, restoring it precisely as it was, with zero lasting impact."

Hearing Hong Mei’s assurance, a sense of relief washed over Luochuan.

"Thanks so much. Let’s head out to meet my father and Saint Ya first. I’d rather not show up to them as myself. This works perfectly—we’ll deal with the change later once things are sorted."

"Sure thing; just let me know whenever you’re ready to revert."

With that said, Hong Mei shifted her attention toward Gu Sheng.

"Didn’t you promise to join me for some shopping after fixing Luochuan’s disguise? Ready to head out?"

Gu Sheng gave a nod, and Hong Mei eagerly tugged him forward as they stepped outside.

Bai Yu and Lan Yao chuckled from behind, bringing a slight flush to Hong Mei’s cheeks once more.

Out on the bustling street, the pair enjoyed a rare moment of ease, with Hong Mei’s wide eyes scanning every corner, unwilling to overlook any vendor.

Trailing after her, Gu Sheng clutched a money pouch tightly, snapping up whatever caught her glance. Before long, his arms overflowed with purchases.

It was only when Hong Mei glanced back that she spotted the load in his grasp, leaving her utterly astonished.

"Gu Sheng, how did you end up with all this?"

Her question drew a hearty laugh from Gu Sheng.

"These are all the items you eyed earlier—I picked them up for you."

"What? You got everything I just glanced at?"

"Exactly; I assumed anything that drew your gaze was something you wanted, so I grabbed them."

His words touched Hong Mei deeply.

"Gu Sheng, thank you."

"No need for thanks. See anything else you like? Let’s keep going."

Noticing his hands brimming with goods, Hong Mei burst into laughter.

"Keep shopping? How will you manage more?"

"It’s fine; I can handle..."

Gu Sheng’s words cut off as a shadowy form darted behind Hong Mei. Shocked, he lunged ahead but arrived a beat too late.

In an instant, a dagger plunged ruthlessly into Hong Mei’s side!

Blood sprayed out, igniting fury in Gu Sheng’s eyes.

"Ling Xiao Master, prepare to die by my hand!"

Pulling the Fire Spirit Dagger free, Gu Sheng surged ahead, releasing his full aura without regard for onlookers, barreling ferociously toward Ling Xiao Master.

Faced with his aggressive charge, Ling Xiao Master attempted to shield himself with Hong Mei. Yet she refused to be controlled so easily. Gritting through the agony in her side, she twisted away, slipping from his hold in a flash.

Seizing the moment, Gu Sheng closed in rapidly, thrusting the pristine Fire Spirit Dagger with savage force right at Ling Xiao Master’s chest!

Detecting the explosive Spiritual Energy from his opponent, Ling Xiao Master’s face paled, and he retreated hastily, narrowly evading the strike.

Spotting his unsteady footing, Gu Sheng spun swiftly, slamming a palm strike squarely into Ling Xiao Master’s back!

Blood erupted from Ling Xiao Master’s mouth as his body hurtled several meters through the air.

Refusing to relent, Gu Sheng vaulted forward again, brandishing the Fire Spirit Dagger ahead.

He tried to pin Ling Xiao Master’s wrist underfoot, but the man evaded, so Gu Sheng only crushed his fingers.

Acting without pause, Gu Sheng swung the Fire Spirit Dagger down in a blur, severing two fingers clean off!

Piercing screams rang out, sending chills across everyone’s skin.

A powerful aura erupted from Ling Xiao Master, hurling Gu Sheng aside.

As Gu Sheng prepared to attack once more, pandemonium erupted on the street. A throng of people rushed in, whether by chance or design, obstructing his way.

With Hong Mei getting pushed amid the mob, Gu Sheng shoved through desperately to reach and secure her.

Once he had her safe, he scanned the area, but Ling Xiao Master had vanished.

Realizing these folks were likely his lackeys, Gu Sheng’s rage nearly ground his teeth to dust.

On the verge of lashing out, he noticed these people lacked any Spiritual Energy or aura—they were mere civilians!

Unable to strike at innocents, he restrained his Spiritual Energy and Divine Power with effort, then turned to depart with Hong Mei.

Crimson soaked Hong Mei’s side, the blood trickling steadily along Gu Sheng’s fingers.

A soothing warmth flowed in as Gu Sheng pressed her acupoint firmly, halting the flow.

"Don’t fret; I’ll make sure you’re safe."

Resting against his chest, Hong Mei shook her head feebly.

"I’m fine, really. I’m not scared. With you here, nothing can hurt me."

Her trust stirred deep guilt in Gu Sheng.

He’d stayed right beside her, and still, she’d been wounded.

As if reading his mind, Hong Mei tilted her head up and offered him a faint smile.

"Gu Sheng, stop blaming yourself; it was his sneak attack, not your doing."

"If not for me, you’d be unharmed."

"I don’t care about that."

Meeting his gaze, Hong Mei spoke, and a surge of warmth filled Gu Sheng’s heart.

He held her closer, murmuring by her ear: "Trust me, nothing bad will happen to you. I’ll get revenge for this, no doubt!"

"When it’s time, have Huang Shan handle it. Ling Xiao Master is the one he despises most in this world."

Seeing her worry for Huang Shan even now, Gu Sheng let out a helpless sigh.

"Don’t overthink it."

Hurrying back, Gu Sheng booted open Lan Yao’s door with force.

Lan Yao and Bai Yu were in conversation when the abrupt intrusion jolted them.

Before Lan Yao could snap, Bai Yu spotted the blood on their clothes.

"Gu Sheng, what happened? Why all this blood?"

At that, Lan Yao caught the metallic tang filling the room as they stepped in!

"What went down? You were just out browsing—how did Hong Mei end up hurt so badly?"

"It was an ambush from Ling Xiao Master."

Gu Sheng’s revelation caused everyone’s faces to twist in shock.

Lan Yao yanked out his sword, storming toward the exit in fury.

Bai Yu blocked him swiftly.

"Calm down and think! Gu Sheng and Hong Mei are injured. You can’t charge off without details. At least hear what happened first!"

As Lan Yao pivoted back, Gu Sheng continued, pulling out silver needles: "Ling Xiao Master paid off some regular folks to stir up chaos, and he escaped in the mess. Chasing him now isn’t smart. Hand over every Elixir Pill you’ve got."

Everyone hurriedly searched their belongings, passing all the elixirs to Gu Sheng.

Taking them, Gu Sheng nodded at the door.

"Step out and stay put; no reckless moves."

Grasping his plan, they filed out promptly.

From the pile of elixirs the group provided, Gu Sheng chose one from Lan Yao and administered it to Hong Mei.

"I’ll treat your wound now."

Hong Mei nodded but stayed still.

After a brief thought, Gu Sheng firmly began unfastening her bloodied garments.

Sensing his touch, a faint red tinged Hong Mei’s ashen cheeks. Timidly, she averted her face as her clothes slipped away under his hands.