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Chapter 151: Rampage of the Demons, Legend of the Demon Ancestor
Chapter 151: Rampage of the Demons, Legend of the Demon Ancestor
"With the Seven Star Spirit Realm being so powerful, why would I need your invitation? You'll be the one begging me to join in the future." Wu Jue replied bluntly.
Wei Tiangong shook his head and laughed after hearing this, feeling no hint of anger.
In the following moments, Gu An watched as Wei Tiangong boasted about the might of the Seven Star Spirit Realm. Unfortunately, no matter how silver-tongued he was, he couldn't convince Wu Jue.
Wu Jue's attitude struck Gu An as amusing.
What would Wu Jue's reaction be if he knew that Wei Tiangong had already attained the Xuan Heart Realm in his cultivation?
Suddenly, a figure appeared behind Wei Tiangong, and Gu An looked up to see none other than Zhou Yu, Wu Jue's current master.
[Zhou Yu (Combined Realm, Layer Nine): 864/2000/3100]
To become a respected master, one needed not only advanced cultivation but also exceptional talent, which Zhou Yu possessed in spades, rivaling that of Lu Baitian.
Zhou Yu turned to Wei Tiangong and said, "Senior Wei, Wu Jue is my disciple. Would you mind if we spoke elsewhere?"
Wei Tiangong turned to face him and considered his words before replying, "Aren't you Zhou Yu?"
"Yes, five hundred years ago, I trained under your guidance for several years." Zhou Yu's tone was slightly respectful.
Wu Jue stood up and bowed to his master.
Wei Tiangong's eyes lit up as he realized the connection, and he laughed, "So that's how it is. In that case, let's find a different place to talk."
The surrounding disciples who were drinking and merrymaking had been watching them, and it was indeed inappropriate to continue the conversation here.
Before Wu Jue could bid farewell to Gu An, Zhou Yu grabbed his shoulder and disappeared from the spot.
Wei Tiangong, however, smiled and nodded at Gu An, who returned the gesture with a raised hand.
After Wei Tiangong vanished, a smirk tugged at Gu An's lips.
He picked up the wine pot and filled both his and Wu Jue's bowls, then raised his bowl and quietly said to Wu Jue's bowl, "Cheers to your bright future and early fame that will shake the world."
After speaking, he drank the wine in one go.
Once he finished drinking, Gu An stood up, went downstairs, and left the inn.
Instead of returning directly to the Third Medicine Valley, he made his way to the library in the Inner Sect.
Ever since Gu An borrowed the Heaven and Earth Records and the continental map from the Inner Sect library, he had established a relationship with Elder Xu Lu, and over the years, the two often exchanged discussions about the Green Hero's Journey, forming a bond that transcended their age difference.
It is worth mentioning that Gu An also befriended the Elder Kuru Pine in the library.
Elder Kuru Pine concealed his identity as the Grand Elder and interacted with Gu An as an Inner Sect disciple, a secret that Gu An kept to himself.
As Gu An reached the third floor of the library, he found Elder Xu Lu and returned the borrowed books before asking with a smile, "Elder Xu, do you have any more books by Daoist Master Xun Chun?"
Xun Chun's Path was a book that Elder Xu Lu had lent to Gu An, and it was not available for sale in the library. This book had been brought back by one of Elder Xu Lu's friends during his travels overseas to a distant continent, and it was said to be quite popular there.
After reading it, Gu An discovered that Daoist Master Xun Chun's writing style was truly remarkable, and he even noticed traces of the Green Hero's Journey in the text.
Later, he heard from Elder Xu Lu that it was after reading Daoist Master Xun Chun's book that the Green Hero found inspiration to write the Green Hero's Journey.
Elder Xu Lu took the books that Gu An had placed on the table and looked up at him, saying teasingly, "You rascal, reading should be done in your spare time from cultivation. Don't get too obsessed."
Gu An laughed and said, "My talent is ordinary, and hard work in cultivation won't make much difference. In this lifetime, I'll probably only be able to reach the Golden Core Realm. As you know, I'm the valley master of the Medicine Valley, and I can rely on pills to improve my cultivation. Why would I waste time cultivating when I can enjoy life and cherish the time I have?"
Elder Xu Lu was already in his fifties, so he found this statement quite reasonable.
Elder Xu Lu smiled and said, "There actually is another book by Daoist Master Xun Chun, but it's with the person upstairs. Why don't you go ask him?"
Upon hearing this, Gu An immediately cupped his hands in a respectful gesture and turned to head upstairs.
On the fourth floor, there were only two people: Elder Kuru Pine and a Grand Master at the Void Crossing Realm, both of whom were minding their own business.
Gu An made his way to Elder Kuru Pine, who was sitting in a chair by the window, a book in his hands.
The Grand Dao of Tai Xuan!
This was a thrilling novel written by Pan An, and in recent years, through the efforts of the Tai Xuan Sect, The Grand Dao of Tai Xuan and The Investiture of the Gods had spread to the other eight dynasties, becoming immensely popular. The former remained the favorite, while the latter was highly praised by the upper echelons of various sects.
There was a classic saying in the cultivation world: "High-level cultivators appreciate The Investiture of the Gods, while low-level cultivators enjoy The Grand Dao of Tai Xuan."
Gu An was surprised to find that Elder Kuru Pine favored The Grand Dao of Tai Xuan.
"Senior, Elder Xu recommended that I come to borrow Daoist Master Xun Chun's book. May I trouble you to lend it to me?" Gu An asked softly.
Upon hearing this, Elder Kuru Pine reached into his pocket with his left hand and pulled out a book, which he tossed to Gu An.
Gu An caught the book and flipped through it briefly, a smile spreading across his face.
Elder Kuru Pine suddenly asked, "Gu An, have you read The Grand Dao of Tai Xuan?"
Pan An's identity was still a secret within the Tai Xuan Sect, known only to a select few, and Elder Kuru Pine did not press for the original author's thoughts.
"I've read it. It's not bad," Gu An commented.
Although The Grand Dao of Tai Xuan was his original work, he didn't enjoy reading it because it held no surprises for him.
Elder Kuru Pine chuckled and said, "Then you don't understand the brilliance of The Grand Dao of Tai Xuan. In my opinion, this book surpasses The Investiture of the Gods because it resonates with the majority of people, indicating that the author has seen through the secular world."
Gu An said, "But I still prefer The Investiture of the Gods. It's more detailed and imaginative."
The two began to debate which book was better.
Gu An didn't yield to the elder's opinion because, on the surface, Gu An was unaware of his true identity, and they were like-minded friends despite their age difference. If Gu An kept agreeing with him and flattering him, Elder Kuru Pine would likely find the interaction dull.
After a lengthy debate, Gu An emerged victorious and left with a satisfied smile.
Elder Kuru Pine, his face twisted in anger, watched Gu An descend the stairs before his expression softened into a mocking smile.
At that moment, the Void Crossing Realm master approached. Dressed in a gray Daoist robe, he stood before Elder Kuru Pine and asked with a smile, "Elder, why bother arguing with a Foundation Establishment cultivator?"
"Although he's only at the Foundation Establishment stage, he managed to enter the inner sect. Don't you think there's more to him than meets the eye?" Elder Kuru Pine countered.
The gray-robed man shook his head. "Perhaps he has some connections, but his cultivation level doesn't lie."
Elder Kuru Pine smiled but didn't respond. He continued reading The Grand Dao of Tai Xuan.
The gray-robed man asked further, "The Nine Dynasties are planning to join forces to investigate the Demon Realm and uncover the cause of the Demon Tribulation. Will you be going?"
Elder Kuru Pine nodded. "Yes, I'm an old bone with no hope of further advancement. After enjoying some leisure time, I'll head to the Demon Realm."
"Elder, take me with you!" the gray-robed man pleaded.
"Nonsense! It's a perilous journey, and even with my Xuan Heart Realm cultivation, I may not be able to protect you," Elder Kuru Pine replied.
"Is it that dangerous?"
"Then why do you think the Flower Contemplation Sect only dares to cause trouble in the Nine Dynasties?"
"Could it be that there are Great Vehicles hiding in the Demon Realm as well?"
Elder Kuru Pine didn't answer. Instead, he turned his gaze towards the window, taking in the beautiful scenery of disciples flying in and out against the blue sky.
...
Late into the night, on Tianhuang Mountain, in Nianchu Cave.
Gu An was teaching Tianyao'er the Infinite Self-Reliance Step.
Tianyao'er was the only one to inherit the Infinite Self-Reliance Step, and with the addition of the Pre-Heaven Immortal Art, her strength would surely be formidable in a thousand years. At the same level, no one or beast would be able to hold her back.
Tianyao'er was thrilled to be taught a cultivation technique by Gu An for the first time.
The steps of the Infinite Self-Reliance Step were extremely complex, and Tianyao'er struggled to keep up. Gu An was patient, knowing that this technique required years of practice to show results. If Tianyao'er mastered it instantly, he would be the one in trouble.
Five years passed.
Gu An contemplated when to help Tianyao'er form her Golden Core.
Previously, Tianyao'er had been like a treasure trove of potential, and when they first met, she was already at the ninth layer of the Foundation Establishment stage, just one step away from the Core Formation stage. However, she lacked a cultivation technique, and now that she was practicing the Pre-Heaven Immortal Art, breaking through was no longer a difficult task.
As Gu An admired Tianyao'er's graceful figure, he suddenly sensed something. He extended his spiritual sense into the sky.
From above, he witnessed a spectacular scene.
Countless demons and monsters were heading north, like a vast ocean, covering the land and mountains. In the dark night, the demon mist churned endlessly, unable to conceal the silhouettes of the demons.
With a sweeping glance, Gu An saw not only demons but also monsters and ghosts. Their march caused the land and mountains to tremble, and the commotion was only intensifying.
After a while, Nianchu Cave began to tremble slightly, startling Tianyao'er.
She anxiously came to Gu An's side, leaning against his arm and clutching his sleeves. Fear filled her eyes as she whispered, "It's happening again."
Gu An looked down at her and asked, "Why do you say that?"
Tianyao'er replied, "When I was very young, something similar happened. Countless demons and monsters headed north, even the Demon Mother went, and it was said that they were going to meet the Demon Ancestor."
"Demon Ancestor? Tell me more." Gu An's interest was piqued, and he pulled Tianyao'er to sit down at the stone table.
Taking a deep breath, Tianyao'er began to recount the legends she had heard about the Demon Ancestor.
"Legend has it that long ago, the first demon was born between heaven and earth. He was the Demon Ancestor, and from the moment of his birth, he towered over all living beings. In his long life, he felt lonely, so he sprinkled his blood upon the earth, allowing the creatures of heaven and earth to undergo a baptism and transform into demons..."
"Later, a group of beings called humans appeared on earth. They were terrifyingly powerful and slaughtered demons indiscriminately..."
At this point, Tianyao'er paused and glanced at Gu An, her expression tense. She now knew that Gu An was not a demon but a human.
To a demon who had never interacted with humans, humans were a frightening existence.
If not for Gu An saving Tianyao'er, she would have found a way to escape long ago.
Gu An, with his mask on, showed no reaction, so Tianyao'er plucked up the courage to continue.
That group of foreign human cultivators was extremely powerful. They slaughtered demons, took their demon pills and treasures, and eventually angered the Demon Ancestor.
The Demon Ancestor took action himself and drove away the fearsome human cultivators.
However, the true calamity was yet to come.
Many years later, human cultivators attacked again, and this time, their numbers were even greater. To protect the demon race, the Demon Ancestor ultimately perished, his body and spirit destroyed.
After that, humans took root on earth, and the demon race entered a period of oppression.
During the long years of suppression, the demon race always sought to resurrect the Demon Ancestor and drive away the humans.
Now, the Demon Ancestor was about to be resurrected, and every few decades, demons from all over the world would go to pay homage to the Demon Ancestor and offer their demon blood.
(End of Chapter)
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