Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World Chapter 1656 - 841: Preparing in Advance

Right, with his current state, let alone rushing back to the Southern Border, he probably can’t even get out of this Secret Realm.

He forcibly suppressed the anxiety in his heart, and his gaze became sharp once more.

He looked at Gu Sheng and spoke in a deep voice.

"Gu... Gu, thank you for telling me the truth. I, Situ Qingfeng, distinguish clearly between gratitude and resentment. You saved me from my predicament, and I will repay this kindness! The Secret Realm of the Golden-winged Roc is indeed important, but once missed, it’s missed; forcing it is futile. For now, I will stay and help you! Once this is over, we’ll seek another way!"

As he spoke, he attempted to circulate the True Yuan within him.

Though weak, a pure and refined aura, far beyond ordinary Sect Realm, slowly emanated! It had already reached the late Heavenly Martial Realm!

Gu Sheng’s eyes showed surprise.

Situ Qingfeng, sealed for a thousand years, not only didn’t lose his cultivation, but even broke through to the late Heavenly Martial Realm despite Dao Foundation damage?

It seems that the Heavenly Marrow Spirit Liquid and the Sealing Soul Restriction, while confining him, also indirectly protected and nourished the foundation of his cultivation.

"Alright."

Gu Sheng did not refuse.

"Then let’s leave this place first. Although Xiao Beixuan escaped, there’s no guarantee he won’t set an ambush at the exit; we need to return to Great Wilderness City as soon as possible."

Situ Qingfeng nodded, struggling to stand up.

Though his steps were unsteady, his eyes had regained their former determination and sharpness.

The three did not delay any longer and headed towards the exit of the Secret Realm.

Passing by the Immortal Pool, Situ Qingfeng looked at the pool water, which, though much thinner, still emitted pure spiritual energy, with eyes full of regret.

He tried to reach out, intending to take some of the pool water for future healing use.

As his hand neared the pool’s edge, an invisible, incredibly resilient barrier suddenly emerged! Blocking his hand firmly outside!

"This is..."

Situ Qingfeng frowned and tried to exert more strength, but the barrier didn’t budge.

"Senior Situ," Xiao Mengling beside him gently explained.

"The area around the Immortal Pool is protected by an invisible barrier. This barrier was set by the Holy Master back then and contains the Power of Space Law. Without King Realm cultivation, it cannot be broken."

Upon hearing this, Situ Qingfeng could only withdraw his hand helplessly, smiling bitterly.

"Forget it. It seems this Immortal Pool water is not destined for me."

The three no longer lingered and soon found the Teleportation Array Base that Xiao Mengling had activated earlier.

Xiao Mengling once again activated the bamboo scroll to start the Array.

As the light flickered, the three’s figures disappeared from the Secret Realm, leaving only the chaotic battlefield and the still misty Immortal Pool behind.

Situ Qingfeng’s gaze lingered on the mist-covered Immortal Pool, with a deep, uncontainable longing in the depths of his eyes.

With his Heavenly Demon Spirit Body, he had a perceptiveness towards Heaven and Earth Spiritual Objects far exceeding that of ordinary people.

He could clearly "smell" the remaining, immense energy in that pool water, which greatly benefited his cultivation, especially the core Life Essence Qi.

If he could refine and absorb it, it would have immeasurable benefits for repairing his Dao Foundation, stabilizing his late Heavenly Martial Realm cultivation, and even breaking through to higher realms!

That invisible, incredibly resilient space barrier stood before him.

He again attempted to gather strength, True Yuan oscillating at his fingertips, testing the barrier.

The barrier remained unmoved, even rebounding with a soft yet overwhelmingly powerful force, easily bouncing back the True Yuan at his fingertips.

"Alas..."

Situ Qingfeng reluctantly withdrew his hand, letting out a regretful sigh. The King Realm barrier was not something he could shake at this moment.

His eyes flickered with light, and he secretly calculated in his heart.

"Such a precious place cannot be missed. Once I regain my cultivation, or even advance further, I must bring Gu Sheng back here! With his abilities and that mysterious little girl’s skill, breaking through this barrier may not be a difficult task..."

The three no longer delayed, swiftly arriving before the Teleportation Array Base.

Xiao Mengling once again activated the bamboo scroll, and with ancient, obscure syllables resonating, the light on the bamboo scroll flowed in harmony with the base.

In the flickering light, the power of space enveloped the three, instantly transporting them away from this Secret Realm.

The scenery before them changed, and the familiar bustle and unique dampness of the Underground City rushed towards them.

They had returned to the hidden teleportation point of Great Wilderness City’s Underground City.

"Try contacting Miss Xia Fuqu again."

Gu Sheng looked at Xiao Mengling.

Xiao Mengling nodded, taking out the Communication Jade Talisman and injecting True Yuan once more.

This time, the light of the Jade Talisman stabilized, flickering a few times before a weak yet clear voice came intermittently:

"Meng... Mengling? Is that you? ... I’m... I’m fine... severely injured... need... rest... temporarily unable... to join you..."

Xia Fuqu’s voice carried an unmistakable fatigue and pain, clearly indicating serious injuries.

"Senior Sister Xia! How are you? Where are you?"

Xiao Mengling asked urgently.

"Safe... place... don’t worry..."

Xia Fuqu’s voice paused, seemingly gathering her spirit.

"I have recorded... the scene of Xiao Beixuan’s attack... using the Memory Crystal... and given it... to the Sect Elder... once the Elder Hall... determines... Wuya Sect... will certainly... do their utmost... to exterminate this fiend... for Bai Yu’s... revenge..."

Mentioning Bai Yu, Xia Fuqu’s voice was choked with sorrow and intense hatred.

"Alright... Senior Sister, rest assured and recover."

Xiao Mengling suppressed the worry and sadness in her heart, responding solemnly.

The transmission ended. Xiao Mengling put away the Jade Talisman and looked at Gu Sheng, eyes inquiring.

"Senior Sister Xia has her arrangements, and we cannot help for now."

Gu Sheng pondered.

"What do you plan to do next?"

Xiao Mengling was silent for a moment, then spoke quietly.

"I need to return to the Holy Academy once and report the details of the Secret Realm and... keep vigil for my brother."