Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World Chapter 1196 - 622: Come In and We’ll Talk

A surge of warmth flooded Gu Sheng's heart. He quickly bowed toward the Tianlan Saint Mother, voicing his deep gratitude: "Thank you, Holy Mother, for your efforts. Now I can proceed without any worries."

Gu Sheng bowed deeply and solemnly to her. "I will never forget the great kindness shown by the Holy Mother."

Tianlan Saint Mother smiled gently and replied, "Gu Sheng, everything I do has its purpose."

Gu Sheng answered promptly, "Whatever is within my power, I will gladly carry out any wish of the Holy Mother without delay."

The Holy Mother signaled for Gu Sheng’s sister and teacher to depart. With only Gu Sheng, Gongsun Yue, and herself remaining in the chamber, her face took on a grave tone.

"Gu Sheng, today I summoned you for two key reasons." Tianlan Saint Mother looked serious, her eyes moving alternately between Gu Sheng and Gongsun Yue.

"The first issue involves the curse afflicting our Tianlan Sacred Land. Re-signing the Heavenly Dao Marriage Certificate is the sole method to dispel this ancient calamity. The ideal candidate I've chosen is Gongsun Yue."

Gu Sheng responded swiftly, pointing straight at Gongsun Yue and exclaiming, "Is it her?"

The Holy Mother affirmed with a nod and elaborated, "Gongsun Yue stands as one of your scant allies within our Tianlan Sacred Land. Pairing with her for the marriage certificate sidesteps countless issues.

Moreover, this presents a chance to solidify our ties, enabling you to embed yourself further into Tianlan Sacred Land."

Gu Sheng paused briefly in thought, deeming the strategy brilliant. Long familiar with Gongsun Yue, their mutual comprehension ran deep. This simulated union would undoubtedly avert numerous needless hassles.

Gongsun Yue's face grew intricate upon learning she must sign the marriage certificate alongside Gu Sheng.

Her head dipped low, eyes blending bashfulness with resignation. Yet Gu Sheng, fixated wholly on the next topic, overlooked Gongsun Yue's odd demeanor.

"Holy Mother, what about the second matter?" Gu Sheng inquired.

Tianlan Saint Mother stated deliberately, "Since cultivating upon your Holy Road, I've experienced sporadic discomfort. Your healing prowess is unmatched, so I seek your examination."

Gu Sheng surmised it stemmed from lingering curse effects. He advanced without pause toward the Holy Mother, executed seals with his hands, and channeled mild spiritual power into her frame.

Curiously, no curse remnants tainted the Holy Mother. Still, her earlier symptoms stirred recollections of the Qinghe Saintess from his Holy Road inheritance encounter.

That Qinghe Saintess had appeared unscathed outwardly, yet concealed arcane depths. Gu Sheng steadied his focus, delving deeper into the enigmas hidden within the Holy Mother’s body.

Gongsun Yue wandered out solo. Turmoil churned in her mind, rife with opposition to the pending marriage certificate ritual with Gu Sheng.

Staring at the towering ancient tree ahead, Gongsun Yue unleashed her bottled feelings via a fierce punch. A resounding "bang" rang out as her fist wind roared, quaking the robust trunk and showering leaves downward.

"Why must it be me?" Gongsun Yue whispered to herself, eyes reddening, "How... how will I ever face him..."

Within the Elder Hall, a contrasting bustle unfolded.

All anticipated the Tianxuan Divine Girl's arrival with keen suspense. Whispers held her as Tianlan Sacred Land's millennial prodigy, gifted beyond measure and radiant with beauty to shatter empires.

Today marked the Tianxuan Divine Girl's husband-picking ceremony. Self-assured disciples flushed with fervor, each vying to showcase their finest traits to the exalted Goddess.

"She's arriving!" a voice announced, pivoting every stare to the hall entrance. A lady in resplendent robes swept inside with poised elegance.

Her stance exuded poise, her presence chill and ethereal, evoking a fairy gracing the mortal realm. None other than the Tianxuan Divine Girl. The hall hushed instantly, breaths suspended to avoid marring her transcendent splendor.

"Fellow brothers and disciples," the Tianxuan Divine Girl intoned, her tone sharp yet melodious like heaven's chime, "I come today by elders’ decree to select a spouse. Yet hear this upfront: solely those conquering my trial shall claim the role of my true consort."

Eagerness gripped the crowd, all primed to seize the challenge.

The Tianlan Saint Master declared with utmost reverence, "The Tianxuan Divine Girl's advent bathes our Tianlan Sacred Land in glory."

The chilly voice of the Tianxuan Divine Girl echoed out, "Saint Master, you are too kind." Her eyes scanned across the crowd, face utterly serene, but it pierced everyone there like the edge of a razor.

To the elder beside him, the Great Elder murmured softly, "This Goddess arrived seeking a husband, yet we old folks heard not a whisper about it."

"Exactly, might the Goddess have come to the wrong location?" whispered back another elder in a low tone.

Their hushed words seemed to reach the Tianxuan Divine Girl's ears; she shot them a glance, and immediately the pair clamped their mouths shut, faces tinged with discomfort.

Hurriedly, the Tianlan Saint Master stepped in to ease the tension, "Goddess, don't hold it against them—these elders stay buried in secluded cultivation most days and remain clueless about worldly affairs."

A gentle "Hmm" came from the Tianxuan Divine Girl in reply, and she said nothing further.

With some embarrassment, the Tianlan Saint Master pressed on, "Goddess might not realize, but since word spread of you searching for a husband, countless impostors have appeared across our Tianlan Sacred Land. Fear not, those fakes will suffer harsh penalties, shown no mercy."

In a steady voice, the Tianxuan Divine Girl remarked, "I meant to conceal this matter originally, sparing any chaos. Yet finding over twenty impostors right here in your sacred land exceeds what I anticipated." She cast her gaze toward the ones proclaiming themselves her fiancé.