Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World Chapter 1226 - 637: Who Are You Really?

The engagement between Gu Sheng and the Tianxuan Divine Girl was once a monumental asset for Tianlan Sacred Land. Now that this pact has been dissolved, it signifies the withdrawal of Purple Spirit Divine Mountain's protection, rendering Tianlan Sacred Land vulnerable to Supreme Immortal Sect's vengeance.

Observing the pervasive panic among his subordinates, the Azure Dragon Immortal King calmly addressed them. "However, this king can offer Tianlan Sacred Land protection from Supreme Immortal Sect's retribution, provided one condition set by Gu Sheng is met." With a flick of his finger, a blue scale descended, drifting towards the Tianlan Saint Master. "Present this to Gu Sheng. Should he crush it, I will appear to honor this promise." The Tianlan Saint Master received the scale with both hands, a chilling sensation emanating from it, which hinted at the immense power it contained. He bowed deeply in gratitude. "Thank you for your generosity, Immortal King!"

The Azure Dragon Immortal King turned to depart, but a hesitant voice called out. "Please... may I ask..." Following the sound, all eyes turned to Gu Yu, who had broken free from Gongsun Yue’s embrace. Her delicate face was pale, yet she gazed resolutely up at the Azure Dragon Immortal King. "Is there truly no possibility between my brother and the Tianxuan Divine Girl?"

The Azure Dragon Immortal King pivoted, his gaze fixing upon Gu Yu. The young girl's slender form trembled slightly under his scrutiny, but she held her ground. "Unless your brother's cultivation rivals that of my father," the Azure Dragon Immortal King's voice was frigid, "there is not a sliver of a chance. Tell him to relinquish this pursuit; persistence will only lead to ruin." With that, the Devouring Sky Worm beneath him emitted a roar, its three colossal mouths simultaneously rending the void. The Azure Dragon Immortal King vanished into the spatial tear, leaving behind an atmosphere of turmoil and a throng of stunned onlookers.

Tears streamed silently down Gu Yu's face. Though young, she grasped the gravity of the Azure Dragon Immortal King's pronouncement. The formidable being had not even deigned to offer a false hope. Gongsun Yue also slumped to the ground, her mind a blank canvas of relief from survival mingled with the shock of the broken engagement.

"Someone!" the Tianlan Saint Master abruptly commanded. "Escort Gongsun Yue to confinement! Who permitted you to act so recklessly, nearly dooming both yourself and Gu Yu!" Several Law Enforcement Disciples promptly came forward to assist the severely injured Gongsun Yue. "Father!" Gongsun Yue weakly cried out. "I only wished to save someone."

"Silence!" The Tianlan Saint Master's fury was uncontainable. "Take her away! No one is to release her without my explicit command!" After Gongsun Yue was forcibly removed, the Tianlan Saint Mother's icy gaze swept towards a secluded corner. "Second Elder, Seventh Elder, where do you intend to go?" The two elders, attempting to slip away unnoticed, froze in their tracks. The Second Elder composed himself and turned. "Holy Mother, I was merely going to assess the disciple casualties."

"Is that so?" The Tianlan Saint Mother advanced steadily, the ambient temperature plummeting with each step. "Colluding with external foes, betraying the sacred land – what audacity you possess!" Cold sweat beaded on the Seventh Elder's forehead. "Holy Mother, I am being framed! I merely..." "Saint Master!" the Tianlan Saint Mother interjected icily. "Clear the area!"

The Tianlan Saint Master understood. With a sweep of his sleeve, a formidable Divine Sense radiated throughout the sacred land. A series of dull thuds echoed as over a dozen figures, lifeless, were expelled from the void. Nevertheless, numerous spies managed to evade capture, carrying the day's intelligence away from Tianlan Sacred Land. The Tianlan Saint Master's expression darkened considerably. "The news will soon be widespread." He knew all too well the implications: Gu Sheng's jilted engagement by the Tianxuan Divine Girl meant Tianlan Sacred Land had lost its primary shield. The Six Great Holy Lands would no longer harbor apprehension, and Gu Sheng himself would become a target of widespread condemnation!

The Tianlan Saint Master gradually withdrew his oppressive aura, and all present turned their attention to the Tianlan Saint Mother. Her eyes blazed with fury as she approached the Second and Seventh Elders. The Second Elder, however, maintained his composure, cupping his hands. "What counsel does the Holy Mother have for us?"

"Counsel?" The Tianlan Saint Mother let out a cold laugh. "Second Elder, your insolence knows no bounds!" She abruptly raised her hand, and a screen of Spiritual Power materialized in the air, replaying the Second Elder covertly transmitting a message to the Qiankun Venerate King. "You deliberately revealed Yue'er and Gu Yu's location, nearly causing their demise, and you still feign ignorance?"

"Second Elder, what do you have to say for yourself?!"

Disgusted looks were cast upon the Second Elder from all around the field, with some even resorting to shouting curses.

"Holy Mother, please see clearly!"

The Seventh Elder dropped to his knees, his voice laced with trepidation.

"I am not involved; it was all my second brother..."

"Silence!"

Daoist Xiushan roared in anger, pointing a finger directly at the Second Elder.

"To betray comrades for personal safety! Saint Master, allow me to deal with this despicable fellow!"

Confronted with the charges, the Second Elder maintained his composure and, instead, looked up with a laugh.

"Hahaha, what an accusation you bring!"

"The so-called ‘evidence’ presented by the Holy Mother is merely a visualization conjured from Spiritual Power fluctuations. I ask you, who personally witnessed me sending a message? Who heard my confession with their own ears?"

Tianlan Saint Mother’s body trembled slightly from rage at his twisted logic.

"You!"

The Second Elder seized the moment.

"Without concrete proof, how can condemnation be justified? Where are the sacred land’s established rules? Where is the Saint Master’s own dignity?"

Tianlan Saint Master raised a hand, restraining the incensed Tianlan Saint Mother from taking action.

"This matter still requires further investigation. Premature judgments cannot be made before the evidence is conclusive."

A sense of triumph filled the Second Elder as he cupped his hands.

"The Saint Master’s wisdom is evident. In that case, I shall take my leave for now."

With that, he swiftly departed alongside the Seventh Elder, making a direct course for the Elder Hall.

"Why did you hold me back?!"

After the crowd had dispersed, Tianlan Saint Mother could no longer contain her fury.

"That old scoundrel is clearly..."

"I am aware."

Tianlan Saint Master uttered with a sigh.

"However, now is not the opportune moment to confront them."

His gaze drifted toward the Elder Hall, deep and contemplative.

"The Second Elder has been established here for many years, his influence deeply entrenched. Though the Seventh Elder is timid and weak-willed, he possesses the backing of the Dan Ding Pavilion lineage. Should we move against them now, our sacred land will descend into chaos."