Chapter 289: The Great-Grandson

Chapter 289: The Great-Grandson

December 13th, 2024

"Your guess is not wrong. The water in the Ancient Desolate Realm is far deeper than you and I could have ever imagined!"

"Additionally, the origins of the Malevolent Spirits are definitely not simple. Some things can only be dealt with as they come."

Gu Qingfeng shook his head.

"However, you don't need to worry too much. With me here, there shouldn't be any major issues for now."

This sentence was like a reassurance pill for Gu Yang.

Then,

Gu Yang couldn't help but ask again, "What level of strength has my father reached?"

Gu Yang couldn't help but be curious.

Gu Qingfeng's strength had always been a mystery.

Even now, every time he saw his father take action, he felt like his understanding was being refreshed.

"If I don't use other trump cards, suppressing an average Great Sage isn't a problem. If I do use my trump cards, perhaps even a Quasi-Emperor can have a good fight!"

Gu Qingfeng spoke casually, but when his words fell into Gu Yang's ears, they shook his heart deeply.

Able to suppress an average Great Sage!

And even capable of competing with a Quasi-Emperor!

In the Ancient Desolate Realm, the Great Emperor was the limit.

However,

Throughout history, the number of powerful beings who could truly contend for the Great Emperor Realm was extremely limited. In an Era of Great Struggle, not to mention the Great Emperor Realm, the question was whether there would be any powerful beings who could reach the Quasi-Emperor level.

Therefore,

As the strongest existence below the Great Emperor, every Quasi-Emperor was supreme and unparalleled.

Gu Yang never imagined that Gu Qingfeng's current strength was already enough to rival a Quasi-Emperor.

After the initial shock,

Gu Yang was overjoyed.

He had always thought that Gu Qingfeng's strength was, at most, at the Great Sage level, and whether he could even compete with a Sage King was a question.

As a result,

Gu Yang discovered that his father had already reached the level of a Quasi-Emperor, which made him extremely delighted.

With such a powerful figure in the Divine Might Dynasty, it was like having a stabilizing force.

"However, this world is not as simple as you think. Not to mention whether the ancient powers have top-tier experts sealed away, but within each life-prohibited zone, there are endless dangers lurking.

Even a Quasi-Emperor may not be able to dominate this era without rivals."

Gu Qingfeng looked deeply into Gu Yang's eyes and then spoke up to warn him.

Although he knew that Gu Yang was always prudent in his actions, he still wanted to make it clear to him how deep the waters of the Ancient Desolate Realm were, so that Gu Yang wouldn't think that with him in the Divine Might Dynasty, they could easily dominate the world without any opposition.

"Father's teachings are well-taken!"

Gu Yang's expression turned solemn, and he immediately suppressed the excitement in his heart.

But even though he said that,

He also understood.

The significance of having a Quasi-Emperor was immense.

Then,

Gu Qingfeng looked at the stone tablet, "This stone tablet was left behind by the Ta Yi Divine Empire, and it contains a fraction of the Dao Pattern of a past Quasi-Emperor. However, time has passed, and this Dao Pattern has become extremely weak.

This Dao Pattern is useless to me, but for an average cultivator, it's still a significant opportunity.

You can take this stone tablet back and see if you can comprehend something from it."

"Yes!"

Gu Yang could also see that the stone tablet was extraordinary. After all, it was likely left behind by a Quasi-Emperor.

Not to mention the Quasi-Emperor's Dao Pattern on it, but the stone tablet itself was also an extraordinary treasure.

Then,

Gu Yang took the stone tablet and left.

Looking at the hall in front of him, Gu Qingfeng shook his head slightly, "Ta Yi Divine Empire... Mysterious black mist, wanting to truly see through the truth of this world is not as easy as you think."

The Ninth Level of the Holy Person Realm!

It was still not enough to have the ability to deal with everything.

But Gu Qingfeng was also clear that breaking through to the Great Sage Realm was not something he could achieve just by wanting it.

For now,

At the very least, he would have to wait for some time.

After all, in the Age of Dharma's End, without the intervention of a Holy Person, breaking through in this era was only possible through other means. Relying solely on cultivation was definitely not enough to break through the realm.

After that,

Gu Qingfeng called someone over.

"This subordinate pays respects to the Manor Lord!"

Gu Peng respectfully bowed.

Gu Qingfeng's gaze fell on the person before him. After many years, Gu Peng's cultivation had also made a breakthrough, and he had now firmly stepped into the Third Level of the Divine Transformation Realm.

The reason Gu Peng was able to break through so quickly was not because of his outstanding talent, but simply because he had been forcibly pushed to this level with a large amount of pills.

Ever since the Information Panel, Gu Qingfeng had obtained too many pills, among which the Divine Blood Pill was extremely beneficial for Divine Transformation Realm cultivators. Additionally, with the Gu Family Manor's considerable influence and abundant resources, Gu Peng's strength increase was inevitable.

As the manager of the Gu Family Manor, Gu Peng's strength improvement was not surprising.

Indeed.

He was the manager.

Gu Peng had stopped being the Outer Hall Master several years ago and had become the manager of the Gu Family Manor, responsible for the affairs of both the Outer and Inner Halls. As for the previous Outer Hall Master, someone else had taken over that position.

"How many disciples are there in the Manor now?"

"Reporting to the Manor Lord, there are currently 1,800 disciples in the Outer Hall, 380 in the Inner Hall, and 36 in the Law Enforcement Hall!"

Gu Peng answered without hesitation.

To him, the situation in Gu Family Manor was as clear as day.

Gu Qingfeng asked, "What about their strengths?"

"What about their strengths?"

"Most of the Outer Hall disciples are at the Essence Refinement Realm, with a hundred entering the Master Realm, and three of them are Great Grandmasters!"

"As for the Inner Hall disciples, there are 200 Masters and 30 Great Grandmasters!"

"All 36 in the Law Enforcement Hall are Great Grandmasters!"

Gu Peng answered truthfully.

Hearing this, Gu Qingfeng nodded slightly.

Strictly speaking, with the Law Enforcement Hall included, Gu Family Manor currently has just under 2,200 disciples in total.

Within this number of disciples, having 300 Masters and 69 Great Grandmasters is naturally considered impressive.

At the very least.

In the Nine Regions.

There is no other power in the martial world that can compare to Gu Family Manor.

After all, the Divine Might Dynasty has ruled the Nine Regions for only 23 years.

In other words.

The flourishing of cultivation has only lasted for 23 years.

Before the Divine Might Dynasty established its rule, even Master Realm cultivators were rare in the martial world, let alone Great Grandmasters.

Now, after more than 20 years, even with the rapid growth of various powers, entering the Great Grandmaster Realm is not an easy task.

Therefore.

In Gu Qingfeng's opinion, with the strength of Gu Family Manor, even without considering his own power and the backing of the Divine Might Dynasty, it is enough to look down upon the numerous sects in the martial world.

After Gu Peng's words, he stood aside, waiting for Gu Qingfeng to speak.

A while later.

Gu Qingfeng finally gathered his thoughts and spoke slowly, "As for other aspects, they are also indispensable. We can delve deeper and identify disciples with talent in pill refining, artifact forging, or array formations. Bring those with outstanding talent to meet me!"

As Gu Family Manor has developed to this point, some aspects need to be improved.

Gu Peng's expression turned solemn, "Currently, there are no true pill refining or artifact forging cultivators in the Manor. It might not be easy to uncover the potential of other disciples."

"This is simple. There are many cultivation methods related to pill refining, artifact forging, and array formations in the Manor. Let them study these methods on their own."

"If they can advance to the next level within three years, they can be considered to have some talent."

Gu Qingfeng's expression remained calm.

As a Sixth-Stage Array Dao Master, he could occasionally provide guidance in array formations. As for pill refining and artifact forging, although Gu Qingfeng was not proficient, there were others who were skilled in these areas.

For example, the Void Holy Land.

This ancient holy land is steeped in profound heritage.

Given the relationship between the Divine Might Dynasty and the Void Holy Land, if Gu Family Manor sends some disciples there, the latter would not refuse.

At most.

Gu Family Manor would bear some costs.

Hearing this, Gu Peng understood and accepted the task.

"Additionally, I recall that the positions of Inner Hall and Law Enforcement Hall Hall Masters have been vacant for a long time. Have you found suitable candidates?"

"Who do you have in mind, Hall Master?"

"Summon Shengan and Shengan to the Manor!"

"Yes!"

Gu Peng accepted the order and withdrew.

...

Half a day later.

Gu Sheng'an and Gu Shengxing arrived.

"Greetings, Imperial Grandpa!"

"No need for formalities."

Gu Qingfeng looked at the two before him, both with a calm and composed demeanor, devoid of their previous arrogance.

"Do you know why I called you here today?"

"I'm not sure, Hall Master."

Gu Sheng'an and Gu Shengxing exchanged glances, both shaking their heads.

Since their marriages, they had their own manors and had long moved out of Gu Family Manor. Thus, they were unaware of Gu Qingfeng's reason for suddenly summoning them.

Gu Qingfeng did not beat around the bush, stating directly, "The positions of Inner Hall and Law Enforcement Hall Hall Masters in Gu Family Manor are vacant. These two positions are not ordinary, and I cannot find suitable candidates.

As for your older sister, she has left the Nine Regions for external training. Your two younger sisters' martial cultivation is too weak. After much consideration, only you two can take up these two Hall Master positions.

However, I am unsure of your thoughts on this matter."

Upon hearing this.

Gu Sheng'an and Gu Shengxing looked at each other, both with a hint of surprise.

The position of Hall Master!

If it were any other sect, they would not give it a second thought.

After all, as princes, they held high status, and the position of Hall Master in an ordinary sect was not worth mentioning.

(End of Chapter)Unlike the Gu Family Manor, this is the ancestral land of the Divine Might Dynasty and the origin of the Gu family bloodline.

To be blunt, the Gu family is not only the number one clan in the Nine Provinces, but even in the entire Ancient Desolate Realm, they surpass many Sage families.

With this in mind...

To become the Hall Master of the Gu family would indeed be extraordinary.

Therefore, without any hesitation, the two of them...

"Grandson will obey the Emperor's instructions!"

"Good."

Gu Qingfeng nodded.

"From this day forth, Shengxing will be the Hall Master of the Inner Hall, and Shengan will be the Hall Master of the Law Enforcement Hall. However, both the Inner Hall and the Law Enforcement Hall will have Grand Masters present."

"You two are currently at the Master Realm, and it's ultimately difficult for you to truly stabilize the overall situation."

"I'll give you one year to break through to the Grand Master Realm. As for the resources needed for cultivation, the Manor can fully supply them."

"Grandson will do his best!"

Both of them nodded.

Breaking through to the Grand Master Realm in one year seemed impossible.

After all, whether it's Gu Shengxing or Gu Shengan, they are both in the later stages of the Master Realm, and there's more than just one step to reach the Grand Master Realm.

However...

If there are sufficient resources, it's not entirely impossible to break through to the Grand Master Realm in a short period.

Seeing their determined expressions, Gu Qingfeng didn't waste any words. With a wave of his sleeve, several gourds filled with pills appeared before them.

"One gourd contains Golden Body Pills for Masters to temper their physical bodies, another has True Intention Pills to help cultivators comprehend their true intentions, and the third holds Divine Blood Pills."

"These pills are meant for Divine Transformation Realm cultivators to enhance their blood energy. You haven't reached the Divine Transformation Realm, so it will be difficult for you to withstand the full effects of the Divine Blood Pills.

Therefore, when taking them, you must dilute the Divine Blood Pills a hundredfold and then slowly refine and consume them."

Gu Qingfeng explained.

There were three gourds for each person, and each gourd contained twenty pills.

These pills were the rewards from the Information Panel.

Since jade vases were precious, Gu Qingfeng had his uses for them, so he used gourds instead.

With so many pills, Gu Qingfeng believed that not only would they break through to the Grand Master Realm, but even advancing further from that point wouldn't be too difficult.

"Thank you, Emperor!"

Both of them were overjoyed.

They had heard of the names of these three types of pills, and Gu Qingfeng himself had taken the Golden Body Pills before, so he naturally understood their power.

As for the Divine Blood Pills, which could only be consumed by Divine Transformation Realm cultivators, the two of them knew how precious they were.

Originally...

They didn't have much confidence in breaking through to the Grand Master Realm within a year, but now that they have the pills, their chances of success are not just a hundred percent, but at least ninety percent.

Seeing that they had put away the pills, Gu Qingfeng waved his hand.

"Alright, I've given you everything. As for how far you can go, we'll see."

"Yes, Grandfather."

...

Leaving the Gu Family Manor, the two of them instinctively heaved a sigh of relief, and looking at the sunlight outside, smiles appeared on their faces.

"Brother, let's see who among us will break through to the Grand Master Realm first!"

Gu Shengan looked at the person in front of him and said with a smile.

Hearing this, the other person smiled confidently, "Rest assured, your brother will definitely not be slower than you in breaking through."

"Then let's wait and see."

Gu Shengan narrowed his eyes, and a hint of competitiveness rose in his heart.

Having grown up together, they had always been competitive, and even though they were older now and their competitive spirit had faded somewhat, they couldn't help but want to compare themselves.

After that...

The two of them didn't say much more and left together.

...

In the following days, Gu Qingfeng returned to his usual tranquility.

During this time, Gu Shengan sent someone to bring Gu Yunfeng over, under the pretext of enhancing their bond.

To this, Gu Qingfeng didn't refuse.

As for his great-grandson, Gu Qingfeng felt a sense of closeness, as they shared the Gu family bloodline.

However, compared to Gu Qingfeng, Xu Yulan was quite fond of Gu Yunfeng. Additionally, she herself was a Ninth Level Dao Palace Realm cultivator, and her cultivation was among the top three in the entire Divine Might Dynasty.

So, Xu Yulan often guided Gu Yunfeng in his cultivation.

This saved Gu Qingfeng a lot of effort.

Facing such a situation, Gu Qingfeng had no reason to refuse.

(End)

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