Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World Chapter 1136 - 592: Wang Chunshi’s Lofty Attitude

Gu Sheng sensed Wang Chunshi’s presence nearby.

Realizing that he had deliberately exposed his aura, Gu Sheng proceeded directly toward that location.

As he had anticipated, the door was wide open, revealing faint silhouettes within.

Gu Sheng led the group forward and offered a respectful bow.

"Senior Wang, we have come to provide a report."

On this occasion, Wang Chunshi chose to drop the formalities and responded from inside his quarters.

The group entered, with Gu Sheng taking the lead as always.

Upon seeing them, Wang Chunshi lazily shifted his gaze upward.

"It is quite late. Do you require something from me?"

Gu Sheng nodded, acknowledging the man’s feigned ignorance.

"I have some matters to report to Senior Wang."

"Speak your piece then."

Observing the man’s arrogant posture, both Bai Yu and Lan Yao rolled their eyes in silent frustration.

Ignoring them, Gu Sheng calmly produced the remains of the mangled demon beast.

"Senior Wang, this is the creature we apprehended on Kunming Mountain. The aura emanating from it mirrors your own, so I believe it is best handled by you."

As he spoke, Gu Sheng extended the creature's corpse forward.

Wang Chunshi’s eyes widened with interest at the sight of the carcass.

"Is this the only one possessing this particular aura?"

"Indeed, we searched the area thoroughly. All the strange aura originated from this single source. The others were ordinary beasts, but because this one consumed so many, its aura grew potent and erratic, which likely caused the illusions you experienced."

Wang Chunshi grit his teeth as he examined the remains.

"To think it plagued my Kunming Mountain for so long. It has finally earned its due punishment!"

"Quite right. Its aura has become deeply tainted. If it were left unchecked, it might have continued to mimic your own energy, leading to even more victims."

"It is entirely the fault of my incompetent underlings. They were blind to its presence until the situation spiraled out of control."

Caught in the heat of his frustration, Wang Chunshi suddenly stopped, seemingly realizing he had laid his own shortcomings bare, and fell into a stiff silence.

"Since you have taken care of this threat, I have no reason to be concerned. You should consider yourself lucky to have been able to contribute to the safety of Kunming Mountain; leave the carcass here."

Hearing such shameless audacity, everyone was left stunned; even Gu Sheng could not suppress a frown.

"Senior Wang, we risked our lives to subdue this demon beast, not for the sake of the hollow praise you offer. We came here seeking high-level Xuan Iron and risked our necks for that prize. To dismiss our efforts with mere words is hardly a friendly sentiment."

Seeing the man acting the part of a rogue, Gu Sheng abandoned further pleasantries and bluntly stated his demand for the high-level Xuan Iron.

Wang Chunshi shot him a look of deep dissatisfaction.

"I told you before, do not expect to acquire anything from me. Now, after capturing a simple demon beast, you have the gall to try negotiating?"

Realizing the man truly intended to hoard the rewards, Gu Sheng retrieved the demon beast’s corpse back to his side.

"Senior Wang, this is not a negotiation, but a plea for your assistance. If the death soldiers of King Luo are not stopped, it will not only destabilize the entire Martial World but will inevitably reach your doorstep. Their ambition is to unify the Martial World, and as a participant in it, you cannot remain unaffected forever."

Wang Chunshi frowned as he watched the corpse being retrieved, wanting to snatch it back, but restrained by his pride.

"Although I reside within the Martial World, my status is distinct from yours. Regardless of what happens, they cannot touch me."

"That is not necessarily true. Some truths may be premature to speak of, but I suggest you consider the situation more carefully."

With that final remark, Gu Sheng secured the carcass within his storage ring and stood up.

"If you have not reached a decision, Senior Wang, we can resume this discussion tomorrow. We have agreed on a three-day window, and we shall wait one more day for your answer."

"What are you implying? This beast was captured on my Kunming Mountain property. Do you intend to simply walk away with it?"

"You stated previously that nothing from Kunming Mountain may be taken. This demon beast is clearly an outside entity, so I see no harm in me taking it away."

"And who said this creature belongs elsewhere?"

Gu Sheng raised an eyebrow, having successfully led the man into his own trap.

"Senior Wang, what do you mean by that? Are you claiming that you have been nurturing demon beasts here on Kunming Mountain?"

This question left Wang Chunshi speechless, his face stiffening.

After all, he claimed to be a representative of an esteemed sect, and as a sect leader with a reputation in the Martial World, admitting to the cultivation of demon beasts would surely brand him as part of an evil sect.

Seeing his silence, Gu Sheng offered a formal fist-in-palm salute.

"Senior Wang, it is late. We have fulfilled our duty to report, and we will not intrude upon your rest any longer. We shall take our leave."

Before the man could respond, Gu Sheng spun around and signaled for his team to follow.

Outside the residence, a crowd had gathered, and all eyes turned to them as they exited.

Gu Sheng ignored the spectators and continued marching toward the sect gates.

Puzzled by their path, someone from the crowd stepped forward to intervene. "Gu Sheng, where are you going? It is so late; why not turn in for the night?"

Gu Sheng laughed softly at the question.

"Have you already forgotten? Senior Wang has forbidden us from staying within your sect. We have no choice but to rest by the mountain perimeter."

"Wait... wasn't that just a temporary measure? Are you unable to stay now?"

Gu Sheng offered only a knowing smile by way of an answer, but the implication was clear to all present, and the onlookers turned their suspicious gazes toward the shadow of Wang Chunshi’s chamber.