Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World Chapter 1120 - 584: The Only Survivor

Gu Sheng's gaze brightened as he stared at Liu Ping.

"Have you decided?"

Meeting his stare, Liu Ping grinned and nodded.

"I have."

"Are you joining the recruitment gathering?"

"I’ve come this far with you—do you really think I’d still join?"

At those words, a grin spread across Gu Sheng’s face.

"Wise choice."

"After some thought, I agree it’s wise. I guarded the borders of Stone Village before, so I know a bit about you. You might not be famous in the martial world yet, but your sect feels genuine, with no hint of malevolent energy in your Spiritual Energy—that’s exactly what I seek. As for reputation, I’ll build it alongside you."

Once he stopped talking, Gu Sheng’s grin widened.

"Stone Village is more than it appears. Some achievements don’t demand struggle; they come effortlessly."

Gu Sheng offered no more details, and Liu Ping appeared unconcerned, reaching out his hand to Gu Sheng right away.

"From here on, I’m in your hands."

"You got it."

Their grips locked tight, sealing Liu Ping’s official entry into Stone Village.

Gu Sheng pulled out a Purple Jade Dagger and passed it over.

"Every sect welcomes newcomers with presents, and we’re no different. This is for you—hold onto it."

Liu Ping’s eyes widened in shock at the Purple Jade Dagger.

"This is far too precious; I can’t take it."

Gu Sheng’s brow furrowed a bit at that.

"Why refuse? You’ve joined our sect; a welcome gift is standard. There’s no reason to reject it, unless you’re hiding something?"

"No, it’s just that this gift feels overly lavish, I..."

"Enough talk. If your intentions are pure, just accept it. Use this dagger to head to Stone Village and meet the Third Elder. It bears my essence; he’ll know at once. Train hard there—I’ll return shortly."

"You’re staying behind?"

"I’ve got unfinished business."

"I can assist you."

"No, this plan has been in motion for ages; I can’t add extra hands now. Return first."

Gu Sheng’s tone left no room for debate, so Liu Ping reluctantly agreed with a nod.

As Liu Ping departed, Gu Sheng let out a long exhale.

Luo Qin and the Qingcheng Sect folks remained within; Liu Ping faced no threats on his route. They’d manage things here.

Once Liu Ping vanished from sight, Gu Sheng spun around without delay.

He followed the trail briefly before detecting Bai Yu’s presence.

With the area clear, Gu Sheng ducked in.

"What’s the situation? Discover anything?"

"Just as suspected, Death Soldiers are here, and their energy feels off."

Gu Sheng’s forehead creased at the news.

"As I figured. Let’s seize an opportunity to wipe them out first, then visit Wushuang Taoist to find a counter for these Death Soldiers."

"You share the same idea as Hong Mei; she proposed it too."

Gu Sheng shot a look at Hong Mei, arching a brow.

Suddenly, Luo Qin’s energy shifted, and the Death Soldiers outside stirred into motion.

Feeling their presence, Gu Sheng drew the Fire Spirit Dagger instantly.

"Move in!"

At his signal, the group burst from hiding, stealthily closing in on the Death Soldiers.

Facing these blank-faced warriors obsessed with battle, Gu Sheng snapped his fingers, releasing a traceless, scentless energy toward them.

After a brief pause, Gu Sheng realized his toxin had no effect, filling him with unease.

"They’re immune to poison; we’ll need brute strength. Stay sharp, all of you."

The warning heightened everyone’s vigilance as they channeled their Divine Power.

Following Gu Sheng’s order, they struck as one.

The Death Soldiers sensed the surging Spiritual Energy and turned, only to greet slashing blades and swords without mercy.

Gu Sheng and his allies surged ahead, weapons flashing swiftly and boldly.

The Death Soldiers countered fiercely, holding their ground without a waver.

After several exchanges, Gu Sheng saw they remained unharmed.

From a short distance, Gu Sheng narrowed his eyes.

"This isn’t right; Death Soldiers shouldn’t shrug off blades like that. Enduring my strikes without a mark screams something’s amiss."

Bai Yu, nearby, urged in haste.

"What now? Time’s tight—if we don’t finish them before Luo Qin shows, Saint Ya will definitely appear!"

Gu Sheng clenched his jaw and murmured, "They’re shielded somehow. Target their faces; no matter the defenses, those are bare."

The insight dawned on the team.

As the Death Soldiers lunged, attacks shifted from key spots to facial strikes.

Gu Sheng’s tactic proved effective; soon, multiple Death Soldiers bore gashes across their faces.

"Gu Sheng, it’s working!"

"Ramp it up, take them out fast, but spare one to bring to Wushuang Taoist."

Grasping his plan, they renewed their assault.

Leading the charge, Gu Sheng wielded the Fire Spirit Dagger in a blur, every blow aimed at heads.

The Death Soldiers yielded ground under his ferocious drive, but Gu Sheng pressed on without mercy, strikes lethal.

Gu Sheng’s potent aura seemed to fuel Lan Yao and the rest, spurring wild attacks.

Aware of the lethal intent, the Death Soldiers resisted savagely; blood streamed, yet they stood firm, countering with desperate fury.

Gu Sheng’s blade sheared off a Death Soldier’s ear in one cut, crimson spraying nonstop, but the foe acted unfazed, eyes fixed on Gu Sheng as he poured all his Divine Power into a counterstrike.