Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World Chapter 1201 - 624: Safety and Peril (Part 2)

The Seventh Elder nodded vigorously in agreement, declaring: "That’s right, not only must he be handed over, but to guard against any unforeseen issues, his meridians should be severed, and his cultivation abolished, leaving him unable to resist." Their statements brimmed with killing intent and ruthless resolve against Gu Sheng.​

Daoist Xiushan’s eyes bulged in fury as he advanced, jabbing a finger at the Second Elder and Seventh Elder while thundering: "You two are utterly ridiculous! Gu Sheng has shown kindness to our Tianlan Sacred Land, yet you utter such cowardly and ungrateful words.

With mighty foes closing in, rather than devising ways to repel them, you plot to sacrifice our own—is there any trace of duty as Sacred Land elders remaining in you?"​

Amid the endless bickering of everyone, a tremendous and matchless heavenly might crashed down over the skies of Tianlan Sacred Land.

This overwhelming pressure carried boundless suppression, chilling the atmosphere throughout all of Tianlan Sacred Land.

Tianlan Sacred Land’s Sect Protection Array sprang to life under the assault of this celestial force, unleashing brilliant light that shrouded the whole Sacred Land, striving to withstand the intense invading power.​

Beyond the Elder Hall, hurried footsteps rang out. Wang Feng’s father, Wang Zhu, burst in wildly.

His eyes bloodshot, his features twisted in madness and grief, he shrieked the moment he crossed the threshold: "Tianlan Saint Master, it’s all Gu Sheng’s doing—he murdered my son.

The Supreme Immortal Sect’s fury descends; slay him and offer him up to them, and Tianlan Sacred Land can be saved. Saint Master, avenge my son by killing Gu Sheng!"​

Tianlan Saint Master’s expression darkened gravely, and he bellowed: "Silence, all of you!" His order instantly hushed the quarrels inside the hall.

His piercing gaze raked across the assembly as he intoned deeply: "Facing such fearsome enemies, we must join forces to repel the invaders. Whoever dares spout nonsense and shatter our unity will face my fury!"

The commanding presence subdued not just the powerhouses in the Elder Hall but also stilled the disciples across Tianlan Sacred Land, leaving no one bold enough to stir.​

Bixuan shifted his eyes back to the Tianxuan Divine Girl, inquiring worriedly: "Divine Lady, how shall we handle this crisis?"

The Tianxuan Divine Girl let out a soft sigh, replying: "Gu Sheng has aided me before, so I’ll stand by him once. Beyond that, his destiny lies in the heavens’ hands. My father won’t intervene for Gu Sheng, nor do I possess grounds strong enough to safeguard Tianlan Sacred Land from this calamity."

Gu Sheng remained rooted, sensing the distant Immortal King aura flooding in. The crushing oppression strained his breath, almost choking him.

Desperation welled up within as he mused, "Is this truly the day I perish here?" The Immortal King’s might ahead lay far beyond his power to challenge.​

The Tianxuan Divine Girl spoke steadily: "This time, I’ll stand for Tianlan Sacred Land."​

Gu Sheng eyed the Tianxuan Divine Girl; her aid came willingly, yet only for now. After, survival hinged on fate alone, depending entirely on his own efforts.​

Tianlan Saint Master hurried over leading elders, their faces etched with thanks as they bowed low to the Tianxuan Divine Girl, expressing profuse gratitude.

Yet upon spotting Gu Sheng, bitterness filled their stares. Tianlan Saint Master pondered silently that without this youth, Tianlan Sacred Land wouldn’t confront such utter devastation.

He shared glances with fellow elders, silently resolving that once the storm passed, they’d banish Gu Sheng from Tianlan Sacred Land, cutting all bonds to evade more vengeance from the Supreme Immortal Sect.​

Daoist Xiushan approached Gu Sheng, advising gravely: "Gu Sheng, heed my words—depart from Tianlan Sacred Land. Even with the Tianxuan Divine Girl’s intervention, danger lurks on all sides."

Gu Sheng shook his head, responding: "I won’t flee. Leaving would invite even worse calamities upon Tianlan Sacred Land due to me. How could I selfishly desert the Sacred Land?"

Daoist Xiushan sighed in resignation, realizing persuasion failed, and abandoned notions of dragging him away by force.​

Daoist Tianji wore an expression of utter helplessness. The Supreme Immortal Sect’s power vastly surpassed Tianlan Sacred Land’s.

It had been ages since Xinghong Spirit Domain encountered an Immortal King radiating such a horrifying aura, but the Supreme Immortal Sect casually dispatched one to avenge the Qiankun Venerate King, starkly demonstrating the immense power gap separating the two powers.

Gu Sheng quelled the dread surging in his heart. With firm resolve, he reflected that his only lifeline hinged on the Tianxuan Divine Girl.

Should she fail to rescue him, his final resort would be the Taiji Hunyuan Heavenly Book. He refused to await death passively; even against an Immortal King, he would struggle fiercely to the end.

Gu Sheng recalled his marriage contract. At first, it symbolized the pact between him and the Tianxuan Divine Girl; even amid this dire peril, he yearned to safeguard it.

He glanced at the wooden box containing his marriage contract. Upon lifting the document, he spotted from the corner of his eye a scarcely perceptible transparent barrier nestled in the box's corner. This barrier hid beneath the contract, utterly overlooked by him until now.

Gu Sheng suspected the barrier concealed some secret. Instinctively, he extended his hand, probing to shatter it with Spiritual Power.

The barrier revealed itself as remarkably sturdy; breaching it demanded his utmost strength. To evade drawing attention, he summoned his inner Spiritual Power and slammed it against the barrier.

Those nearby swiftly noticed Gu Sheng's movements.

The irritable Third Elder witnessed Gu Sheng toying with the marriage contract as danger approached, and he bellowed in frustration:

"Gu Sheng, given the current crisis, you're fixated on that marriage contract. What purpose does it serve?

Are you so overwhelmed by the Immortal King's aura that you still delude yourself into believing you're the Tianxuan Divine Girl's fiancé?!"

Memories of his humiliating subjugation by Gu Sheng in Xinghong Spirit Domain flooded the Qiankun Venerate King, pushing him to the brink of insanity.

With a ferocious glare, he snarled viciously: "Taiyi Immortal King, Gu Sheng is utterly loathsome. I demand to rip him apart personally to quench my burning hatred.

Yet if the Tianxuan Divine Girl intervenes to shield Gu Sheng, how shall we respond? Dare we discipline her as well?"

The Taiyi Immortal King peered intently into the horizon, pausing briefly before replying: "Our Supreme Immortal Sect must remain discreet, quietly building strength, and avoid direct confrontation with the Purple Spirit Divine Mountain.

Should that Tianxuan Divine Girl rashly obstruct our schemes, hmph, I shall spare her no quarter—she will learn the full terror of our Supreme Immortal Sect."

Qinghe Sacred Land

The Great Elder hastened excitedly toward the Qinghe Saint Master, offering a slight bow before inquiring solemnly: "Saint Master, the Taiyi Immortal King has arrived at Xinghong Spirit Domain, marching directly on Tianlan Sacred Land—shall we seize this chance too?"

Seated upon his imposing throne, the Qinghe Saint Master drummed his fingers softly on the armrest, his eyes flickering thoughtfully.

After prolonged contemplation, he declared, "Seize this golden opportunity! Tianlan Sacred Land faces certain doom; striking now could let us wipe it out entirely, vastly extending Qinghe Sacred Land's domain.

Issue the command: Assemble every powerhouse in the Sacred Land and depart at once for Tianlan Sacred Land."

Qinghe Sacred Land erupted into frantic activity. Disciples in matching robes scurried everywhere, ferrying loads of Magical Treasures and supplies.

Formidable experts burst from their retreats, Spiritual Power swirling fiercely around them as they mustered with ominous resolve. In short order, a majestic armada surged toward Tianlan Sacred Land.

Word of the events ignited ambition across other Sacred Lands. Their elders held urgent councils in their realms, deliberating gains and risks, all recognizing a prime moment to divide Tianlan Sacred Land.

One by one, the Sacred Lands mobilized their finest warriors, converging en masse upon Tianlan Sacred Land.

At that moment, within Water Spirit Pavilion, Gu Sheng's sister Gu Yu sat in her chamber, immersed in cultivation.

The overwhelmingly potent Immortal King aura descended, shrouding the entirety of Water Spirit Pavilion.

Gu Yu felt a colossal weight crushing her chest, her breaths growing labored, her face draining to pallor.

A torrent of profound anxiety welled up inside her, her foremost worry snapping to her brother Gu Sheng's fate.