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Chapter 254: The Same Person
Chapter 254: The Same Person
[Gu Guhong has developed hostility and murderous intent towards you. Would you like to perform a lifespan probe on him?]
Seeing Gu Guhong attack him, Gu An couldn’t help but laugh.
This guy was truly vicious, launching an attack the moment he felt the urge to kill. It was clear that Gu Guhong had a history of such behavior. Unfortunately for him, he had picked the wrong opponent this time.
Boom!
The moment Gu Guhong’s hand touched Gu An’s chest, a burst of energy erupted, causing the ground beneath Gu An to stir and the lake to ripple. In an instant, Gu Guhong was reduced to ashes.
Gu An raised his hand, dusted off his hair, and continued forward, his step scattering the ashes that had once been Gu Guhong.
The prompt to extend his lifespan by taking Gu Guhong’s was ignored; the lifespan was too insignificant to be worth it.
The Northern Sea shimmered, and at the edge of the lake, a large fish leaped into the air, resembling a crescent moon.
The sun set, and the moon rose.
Two days later, Gu An, transformed into the Mountain Deity, arrived at the Mountain Deity Temple.
The small figure leaped down from the eaves, and Xuanmiao Zhenren, hearing the commotion, opened his eyes. Upon seeing Gu An, he quickly rose and bowed.
"How are the medicinal herbs growing? I need more for my alchemy," Gu An said as he landed on the ground and walked toward the gate of the courtyard.
Xuanmiao Zhenren stood behind him, his posture as respectful as a mountain.
"Quite well, but I'm not sure how much you need," Xuanmiao Zhenren replied.
They then left the Mountain Deity Temple to gather the herbs. During this time, Xuanmiao Zhenren recounted the events of the past few days, including the visitors who had passed through the temple.
He wasn’t lying; as an Immortal of the Free and Easy Yuan, Gu An could see the past events of this place. Xuanmiao Zhenren had nothing to hide.
Gu An wasn’t particularly interested in the stories, but he was pleased with Xuanmiao Zhenren’s attitude.
Having guarded this place for decades, Xuanmiao Zhenren’s dedication remained unwavering. Gu An felt it was time to reward him.
After gathering the herbs, Gu An left half of them for Xuanmiao Zhenren.
Xuanmiao Zhenren wanted to discuss the Sword Lord Fudao with the Mountain Deity but didn’t know how to start, so he remained silent.
"These past years, your attitude has been diligent, and I am very satisfied. I will teach you a sword technique. Are you willing to learn?" Gu An asked, standing on a rock and smiling at Xuanmiao Zhenren.
Hearing this, Xuanmiao Zhenren was taken aback but instinctively replied, "Of course, I am willing to learn."
Gu An raised his hand, and with a flick of his finger, Xuanmiao Zhenren fell into a trance.
Time seemed to stretch infinitely.
Gradually, Xuanmiao Zhenren awoke. When he opened his eyes, the Mountain Deity was gone, and the setting sun cast dappled shadows on his face.
"Cangxing Zhen Tian Wu Liang Jian..."
Xuanmiao Zhenren was utterly stunned. How could such a profound sword technique exist in the world?
Moreover...
Why did it feel so similar to the sword techniques of the Li family?
Although he had grown up on Mount Qing, and had blood ties to the Imperial Family of the Tai Cang Dynasty, he had never delved into the Li family’s lineage.
"The Mountain Deity also practices the Way of the Sword. I wonder how his sword skills compare to those of the Sword Lord Fudao."
Xuanmiao Zhenren couldn’t help but think. After hearing of the Sword Lord Fudao’s power, he couldn’t help but speculate about his cultivation level.
He had to admit that the Sword Lord Fudao’s charisma was immense, drawing him in.
Sin, sin! How could I be disloyal to the Mountain Deity?
Xuanmiao Zhenren tried to suppress the turmoil in his heart, but a bold and almost unbelievable thought crept into his mind.
Could the Mountain Deity and the Sword Lord Fudao be the same person?
Before the invasion by the overseas cultivators, how could there be two transcendent beings above the Seven Stars Spirit Realm on the continent?
...
The news of the Sword Lord Fudao’s destruction of the Seven Stars Spirit Realm Immortals continued to spread.
In the days that followed, the Tai Xuan Gate and the Seven Stars Spirit Realm announced their alliance, vowing to protect the continent’s people and set an example for the righteous path. This alliance solidified the Tai Xuan Gate’s position as the leading sect in the Three Dynasties.
The Tai Xuan Gate’s influence grew rapidly, and more and more people sought to join.
The autumn wind blew through the Tai Xuan Gate, but it brought no chill.
In the forest,
Gu An sat on the back of the Blood Prison Great Sage, turning to look at a group of young men and women who had just passed by. He felt a deep sense of nostalgia.
The group was led by two adult men, one the village chief and the other a teacher. They had come to the Tai Xuan Gate in search of the path of immortality.
Such a sight was rare, especially in the forest between the Xuan Valley and the Horizon Valley.
Gu An turned his gaze forward and asked casually, "What do you think of the Tai Xuan Gate now?"
The Blood Prison Great Sage thought for a moment and replied, "It’s quite good. It seems to be getting better, and it truly represents the righteous path. The atmosphere in both the Medicine Valley and the outer city is very positive."
He knew that the Tai Xuan Gate’s current prosperity was due to the person on his back.
If the Tai Xuan Gate displeased Gu An, this prosperity could vanish like a mirage.
Having served as a mount for so long, the Blood Prison Great Sage had developed a certain affection for the Tai Xuan Gate. Although there were some despicable individuals in the Medicine Valley, the overall environment was good.
Compared to the lower realms where he came from, the Tai Xuan Gate was more harmonious. It lacked strength, but it fit the image of the immortal realm he had always aspired to.
Gu An could also sense the recent rise in the TaiXuan Gate's fortune, feeling that a thousand years from now, the TaiXuan Gate's power would be immeasurable.
"It's already a great achievement to be considered a righteous path," Gu An said with a light laugh.
Man and ox walked through the mountains, gradually disappearing into the depths of the forest.
An hour later.
Gu An rode Blood Prison Great Sage, slowly entering the Horizon Valley.
He sensed that there were others in the valley.
Li Xuandao had arrived! Gu An remained calm, proceeding leisurely.
Li Xuandao was drinking tea in a courtyard, with a young boy practicing sword techniques behind him. The boy looked only seven or eight years old, but his swordplay was smooth and lively.
Luo Hun stood beside him, his eyes fixed on the boy, afraid he might hurt himself.
Li Xuandao saw Gu An from a distance and a smile spread across his face.
"This kid has become quite high-profile, really knows how to enjoy life," Li Xuandao couldn't help but chuckle.
Gu An, riding his mighty and terrifying beast pet, wore a luxurious and intricate blue robe and a dark gold crown that looked expensive, exuding the aura of a celestial lord.
Lu Xian, who was meditating on the mountain peak, also saw Gu An and was stunned by his appearance.
For some reason, Gu An gave off a vibe that made him uneasy, a feeling he couldn't quite explain, almost like an instinct.
Seeing Li Xuandao's gaze, Gu An patted the ox's back, urging Blood Prison Great Sage to quicken its pace.
Soon, Blood Prison Great Sage arrived at the courtyard entrance. Gu An dismounted and quickly entered.
"Uncle, it's been a long time," Gu An greeted with a bow.
He habitually cast a lifespan detection on the boy.
【Li Lingtian (4th Rank Qi Cultivation): 8/110/8999】
Hmm?
Eight thousand nine hundred and ninety-nine years of maximum lifespan?
That's something!
Gu An was curious, but his face remained calm.
"It has indeed been a long time. I've been here for two days, waiting specifically for you," Li Xuandao said with a smile.
He was now in high spirits, the Three Dynasties Struggle was still ongoing, but everyone could feel the overwhelming momentum of the TaiCang Imperial Dynasty.
Li Xuandao was likely to unify the world in the next few years, something no one had achieved in thousands of years.
His own cultivation was also rapidly advancing, not far from the 9th Rank of the Fusion Realm. The guy had managed to catch up to Lu Baitian's cultivation in just a hundred years.
They began to chat, and Gu An talked about his medicinal valley, mostly mundane details, but Li Xuandao listened intently.
Putting aside Gu An's relationship with Li Ya, Gu An's management of the Horizon Valley over the years had also pleased him.
As they chatted, Li Xuandao began to tease Gu An about his new image, which was a stark contrast to his past.
"In life, one must enjoy the moments of glory. I can't stir the tides of the world like Uncle and Senior Brother Li, but in my little world, I can live a splendid life, can't I?" Gu An smiled, touching the crown on his head.
Li Xuandao laughed. "Your crown seems to be missing a gemstone. Need my help? Or I can give you a better one."
A better one?
Probably not affordable for you.
Gu An shook his head in refusal, and Li Xuandao didn't insist. He then beckoned Li Lingtian over.
The young Li Lingtian immediately ran over, staring at Gu An with curiosity.
Looking at his little face, Gu An couldn't help but think of Li Ya at fifteen, their brows somewhat similar.
"This is your Senior Brother Gu, who is closest to your brother Li Ya," Li Xuandao introduced.
Li Lingtian immediately bowed to Gu An, looking very cute.
Gu An was thinking of what to give as a gift when Li Lingtian asked, "Senior Brother Gu, I heard you wrote Journey to the West. Have you met Sun Wukong?"
Gu An was taken aback and glanced at Luo Hun, who turned away.
Li Xuandao maintained his smile, clearly already aware of this.
Back then, he had even sought Gu An's advice on The Investiture of the Gods.
Gu An suddenly wondered if Li Xuandao had known he was Pan An all along and was just probing him. But that didn't matter now.
"I have, in my dreams. In reality, I have a disciple named Yang Jian," Gu An patted Li Lingtian's head and smiled.
"Er Lang Shen Yang Jian? Is he powerful? Can I spar with him?" Li Lingtian got excited, clenching his little fists.
Gu An smiled. "Of course, but you'll have to wait until you grow up."
Li Lingtian nodded obediently and said in a mature tone, "Senior Brother Gu, you must make sure your disciple practices well. My uncle says I have the best destiny in the world, and I'm afraid your disciple won't be a match for me."
Li Xuandao gave him a stern look. "What does your father teach you? Be more humble!"
Li Lingtian looked aggrieved. "Uncle says so, and even Mother says everything in the world was created for me. I can be confident."
Li Xuandao's face turned grim.
Gu An laughed. "Alright, Senior Brother Gu will make sure he practices well. But you must promise me that before you spar with my disciple, you'll practice well and not fight with others. Can you do that?"
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