Chapter 315: Sage King Ancestor

Chapter 315: Sage King Ancestor

2025-01-09

Although Gu Qingfeng had no particular interest in women, he couldn't refuse Qin Zhentian's insistence and temporarily allowed Qin Qingran to stay by his side.

"Greetings, Senior Gu," Qin Qingran said with a slight quiver in her voice, her lips slightly parted, revealing a hint of shyness that was difficult to notice.

If anyone from the Ancient Qin Clan saw this scene, they would be utterly astounded.

After all, Qin Qingran was always aloof and proud, never showing any courtesy to others.

But now, in front of Gu Qingfeng, she displayed a rare demeanor of a young lady.

"This is Qin Imperial City, so you can handle the affairs within the mansion as you see fit. However, you must not disturb my seclusion," Gu Qingfeng said, looking at Qin Qingran and pausing before continuing.

"Also..."

"If you have any questions about cultivation, you can come to me."

"Thank you, Senior Gu!" Qin Qingran's face lit up with a smile, exuding a captivating charm.

Gu Qingfeng waved his hand and returned to his seclusion for cultivation.

Qin Zhentian's intention was clear; he wanted to use this opportunity to strengthen the relationship between the Ancient Qin Clan and the Divine Martial Imperial Dynasty.

Gu Qingfeng could see Qin Qingran's talent and potential with his own eyes.

With such a significant investment, he wouldn't give up easily.

Moreover, the Ancient Qin Clan had a deep heritage.

Establishing a good relationship with them wouldn't be a bad thing.

To be honest, Gu Qingfeng didn't mind having an additional maid by his side.

In the following days, Gu Qingfeng stayed in the mansion, spending most of his time in self-cultivation.

But every time he emerged from seclusion, Qin Qingran had already prepared meals, showing none of the arrogance expected of a daughter of heaven.

Seeing this, Gu Qingfeng didn't hold back and provided guidance on cultivation matters.

Qin Qingran was only twenty-three years old, but her cultivation had already reached the third level of the Divine Transformation Realm, and her talent was exceptional.

According to Qin Qingran, she also carried the Imperial bloodline.

Moreover, the concentration of this bloodline was much higher than that of most members of the Ancient Qin Clan.

Gu Qingfeng couldn't help but ask, "How much of the Imperial bloodline does Qin Ruofeng possess?"

"Uncle's Imperial bloodline concentration is the highest among the younger generation of the Ancient Qin Clan. It is said to be as high as eighty percent!" Qin Qingran replied truthfully.

Uncle?! Gu Qingfeng's lips twitched at this title.

He hadn't expected Qin Qingran and Qin Ruofeng to have such a relationship.

But upon further thought, Gu Qingfeng understood.

The Ancient Qin Clan, like other ancient families, faced greater difficulty in giving birth to offspring as their cultivation increased.

Therefore, the marriages within the Ancient Qin Clan were similar to those of ordinary people; they married and had children at the appropriate age to continue the family bloodline.

Although Qin Ruofeng appeared young, he was already in his sixties.

Qin Qingran, on the other hand, was only in her twenties.

There was a forty-year age difference between them.

If Qin Ruofeng claimed to be Qin Qingran's senior, it wouldn't be an issue.

However, Gu Qingfeng was still surprised to learn that Qin Ruofeng possessed eighty percent of the Imperial bloodline.

From Qin Qingran's words, Gu Qingfeng understood that the higher the concentration of the Imperial bloodline, the stronger the talent.

Most members of the Ancient Qin Clan had an Imperial bloodline concentration of less than ten percent.

Even with such a small percentage, it was still enough to grant them talent far beyond that of ordinary people.

Qin Qingran, with thirty percent of the Imperial bloodline, was already considered exceptionally talented.

With such a high concentration of the Imperial bloodline, she was able to reach the third level of the Divine Transformation Realm at the age of twenty.

It was important to note that Qin Qingran's foundation and cultivation were not achieved solely through consuming pills but were built upon a solid foundation.

Considering Qin Ruofeng's eighty percent Imperial bloodline concentration, one could imagine the potential of such a high concentration.

Furthermore, according to Gu Qingfeng's knowledge, bloodline concentration was not fixed.

There were various methods to enhance the bloodline concentration of cultivators, allowing them to make further progress.

With Qin Ruofeng's bloodline concentration, if he were to encounter a fortuitous opportunity, he might even be able to reverse his bloodline and be comparable to a reincarnated Emperor.

"When does the Ancient Qin Clan plan to make a move on Cloud Stream Boat?" Gu Qingfeng changed the topic.

"The clan is currently gathering various powerful forces. I believe it won't be long before these powerful cultivators arrive. At that time, we will take action against Cloud Stream Boat!" Qin Qingran replied.

"How much do you know about the maleficent forces in Cloud Stream Boat?" Gu Qingfeng asked.

Upon hearing this, a hint of apprehension flashed across Qin Qingran's face, and she shook her head.

"I have never seen that maleficent, but our Ancient Qin Clan once had a Sage King Ancestor who ventured deep within.

That ancestor once said that none below the Deceptive Heaven Emperor could bear to look upon it, for it is an ill omen!"

Although Qin Qingran tried to keep her voice calm, everyone could sense the fear in her words.

It was evident that the existence of the Deceptive Heaven Emperor was something the Ancient Qin Clan, from top to bottom, feared and held in awe.

After all, even a Sage King Ancestor had perished because of it.

For the Ancient Qin Clan, whose strongest members were only at the Demi-Sage Realm, dealing with a maleficent of such a level was not an easy task.

In the following days, Gu Qingfeng made no move.

However, he keenly sensed that several powerful and slightly ancient auras had appeared in Qin Imperial City.

"Ancient powerful beings!" Gu Qingfeng's mind buzzed with this thought.

These auras were incredibly strong, and none were weaker than the Great Sage Realm.

In this age of the End of the Dao, it was impossible for anyone else to transcend the tribulation and become a Sage, let alone reach the Great Sage Realm.

Therefore, the origins of these powerful beings were self-evident.

At this moment, Qin Qingran arrived again.

"Elder Gu, the Clan Leader has asked me to invite you to the main hall for a discussion!"

"Of course!"

Gu Qingfeng nodded and, led by Qin Qingran, headed towards the Ancient Qin Clan's main hall.

After a short while, a majestic and grand hall came into view. Qin Qingran did not enter but allowed Gu Qingfeng to go in alone.

Upon entering the hall, Gu Qingfeng saw many unfamiliar faces and one familiar one.

This familiar face belonged to Qin Zhantian.

At the same time, as Gu Qingfeng entered the hall, many cultivators' gazes fell upon him.

Their eyes held curiosity, scrutiny, and a hint of suspicion.

"Everyone, this is the Divine Might Dynasty's Grand Emperor, the head of the Gu Clan, Great Sage Gu Qingfeng!"

Qin Zhantian laughed loudly and then introduced Gu Qingfeng to a dignified elder sitting in the main seat.

"This is our Ancient Qin Clan's Ancestor, Qin Xiongdao, who has cultivated in the Sage King Realm for many years!"

"This is the ancestor of the Dusty Immortal Sect..."

"This is the ancestor of the Ancient Ji Clan..."

"This is..."

As Qin Zhantian's words fell, Gu Qingfeng gained a better understanding of the people present.

Dusty Immortal Sect!

Ancient Qin Clan!

Sun Moon Imperial Dynasty!

Including the Ancient Qin Clan, all four of the Middle Region's Imperial-level forces were gathered here.

Don't be fooled by the fact that only four Imperial-level forces exist in the vast Central Domain; it might seem like a small number.

In truth, achieving the Imperial Realm is not an easy task.

Since ancient times, the number of powerful beings who have successfully attained the Imperial Realm is limited.

Moreover, over the long years, countless great calamities have befallen the world.

Even Imperial-level forces cannot guarantee their survival through these disasters.

Thus, many Imperial-level forces have been lost to the river of time, their traces long vanished.

Only the Ancient Qin Clan and the other three Imperial-level forces have managed to endure and remain unshaken.

Today, each of these forces has dispatched an ancestor at the Sage King level, indicating the importance they place on this matter.

As Qin Zhantian finished speaking, Gu Qingfeng's eyebrows furrowed slightly.

"I've heard that the maleficent in Ancient Moon Province is a world-ending existence on par with the Quasi-Emperor level. If we only send Sage King-level cultivators, it might not be so easy to truly eradicate that maleficent!"

"You can rest assured, Fellow Daoist Gu. Although we are only at the Sage King Realm, we will all bring Imperial Armaments with us for this battle.

Even if that maleficent is rampant, it will not be able to stir up any trouble!"

Before Qin Zhantian could respond, Qin Xiongdao spoke in a solemn tone, his gaze fixed on Gu Qingfeng the entire time.

Emperor's Reincarnation! Qin Xiongdao couldn't help but recall what Qin Zhantian had told him earlier.

Before seeing Gu Qingfeng, Qin Xiongdao had some doubts about him.

But now, Qin Zhantian no longer had any such thoughts.

This was because he could see that Gu Qingfeng's robust Qi and Blood was as intense as the Divine Radiant Sun, and once unleashed, it would surely shake the heavens.

Even though Qin Xiongdao was an ancient Sage King, facing such an existence still made his heart tremble.

More importantly, Qin Xiongdao understood that Gu Qingfeng was only a hundred years old.

At this age, to have such cultivation was extraordinary.

If he wasn't an emperor's reincarnation, there was no other explanation.

"In that case, I have no further questions!"

Gu Qingfeng nodded and took his seat.

Afterwards, Qin Xiongdao turned to the others and said, "Fellow Daoists, if there are no other questions, in three days, we will launch a full-scale attack on Ancient Moon Province."

"The five of us will venture deep into Ancient Moon Province, primarily to slay that Deceptive Heaven Emperor."

"As for the other forces, they will surround and annihilate the rest of the Deceptive Heaven Emperor's demonic forces in Ancient Moon Province!"

"The Ancient Ji Clan has no objections!"

After Qin Xiongdao finished speaking, a person slowly spoke up.

Gu Qingfeng looked at the speaker, and his mind immediately identified the person's identity.

The Ancient Ji Clan's Ancestor.

Ji Wushuang!

He was also a Sage King Realm expert.

With the Ancient Ji Clan's Ancestor speaking up, the people from the Sun Moon Imperial Dynasty and the Dusty Immortal Sect also had no objections.

"Good, since none of you have any issues, we will officially take action in three days!"

Qin Xiongdao's voice was cold and sharp, and his eyes were filled with killing intent.

"The Deceptive Heaven Emperor's demonic actions have brought disaster to an entire province, which is an unforgivable crime in the eyes of heaven and earth. In this battle, I will ensure his complete annihilation!"

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After leaving the Qin Family's main hall, Gu Qingfeng returned to his own residence.

Half an hour later, a visitor arrived.

The visitor was the Dusty Immortal Sect's Sage King Ancestor, Luo Yang.

"Fellow Daoist Gu!"

"Fellow Daoist Luo!"

Gu Qingfeng also cupped his hands in greeting.

Then, he invited Luo Yang in, and Qin Qing Ran served tea to the two of them.

"Fellow Daoist, what brings you to visit me today?"

"It's not really a teaching, but I've always heard of your reputation, Fellow Daoist Gu. Unfortunately, I've never had the chance to meet you. Now that I've finally met you, I can see that you are truly extraordinary.

For a peerless genius like you, I've always wanted to establish a connection."

"This battle is extremely dangerous, and our lives are at stake. Therefore, I've come to discuss and exchange ideas with you!"

Luo Yang spoke humbly, without the arrogance of a Sage King Realm expert, and he appeared very approachable.

Seeing this, Gu Qingfeng naturally wouldn't naively believe that a Sage King Realm expert would be so easygoing.

As the saying goes, in the cultivation world, there have always been only three levels.

Ants!

Fellow Daoist!

Senior!

The reason why Luo Yang was so amiable was because he respected Gu Qingfeng's strength.

However, even if Gu Qingfeng understood this, he wouldn't say it out loud.

The reason was simple.

It was only natural.

Just like Gu Qingfeng at this moment, he wouldn't care about the opinions of ants.

"When the Divine Might Dynasty faced a crisis, the Dusty Immortal Sect sent a powerful cultivator to help. Speaking of which, I, Gu Qingfeng, owe the Dusty Immortal Sect a favor."

"Haha, Fellow Daoist Gu is too modest. With your strength, what is a small dynasty like the Starry Sky Imperial Dynasty? Even if the Dusty Immortal Sect didn't intervene, you could easily handle it."

Although Luo Yang said this, his smile grew even brighter.

Then, the two of them chatted for a while before sitting down to discuss the Dao.

As a Sage King Realm expert, Luo Yang naturally had profound insights and understandings about cultivation.

With just a few words, he was able to explain the profound mysteries of the Dao, which greatly benefited Gu Qingfeng.

Afterwards, Gu Qingfeng also spoke, explaining his own understanding of the Dao.

The more Luo Yang listened, the more solemn his expression became.

Originally, he thought that given Gu Qingfeng's age, even if he was powerful, his understanding of the Dao wouldn't be too profound.

But after this discussion, Luo Yang realized that he had underestimated Gu Qingfeng.

The Dao that Gu Qingfeng spoke of, even at Luo Yang's level, could bring about some enlightenment.

Because of this, Luo Yang couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

He had come here with the intention of discussing the Dao with Gu Qingfeng, hoping to deepen their relationship and have Gu Qingfeng owe the Dusty Immortal Sect another favor.

However, Gu Qingfeng's insights and understanding of cultivation were far beyond what he had imagined.

What was supposed to be a teaching session turned into a genuine discussion of the Dao.

But even though things didn't go as Luo Yang had expected, he quickly regained his composure and listened attentively to Gu Qingfeng's insights about the Dao, occasionally offering his own opinions.

After a round of discussion, the two of them were speaking the truth of the Dao.

Strange phenomena appeared around them, and heavenly and earthly spiritual energy gathered, creating an extraordinary and profound atmosphere.

Even Qin Qing Ran, who was serving them, was in a state of enlightenment.

For Qin Qing Ran, the Dao they were discussing was too profound to fully comprehend, but just being able to listen to such heavenly sounds of the Dao was a great gain for her.

As the heavenly phenomena dissipated, Luo Yang looked at Gu Qingfeng with a gaze filled with emotion.

"Discussing the Dao with you today is more beneficial than ten years of hard cultivation for me!"

(End of Chapter)

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