Chapter 426: Dark Abyss Empire, Demon Sect
Chapter 426: Dark Abyss Empire, Demon Sect
After the festivities, Gu An went to Mystery Valley alone. He wasn't worried about Yang Xian Emperor causing trouble in the Third Medicine Valley. If the Emperor dared to have any sinister thoughts, Gu An could make him disappear in an instant, even erasing all his cause and effect, making everyone forget about his existence.
An Shengtian and Jiang Shi were thrilled to see Gu An, but he had only intended to make a brief appearance and didn't expect them to be so excited.
So, Gu An had them demonstrate their recent cultivation progress and then provided individual guidance, leaving them pleasantly surprised.
After an hour of this, Gu An finally entered the Eight Scenery Cave Heaven.
As he walked out of the cave, he saw the Ancient Vine Tree in the distance, and beneath it, a woman in a green dress swinging on a swing.
It was Jiang Qiong!
Her feet were bare, and she wore no ornaments on her hands. Even her long hair was casually draped over her shoulders, giving her an innocent and pure appearance, unlike the demonic cultivator she once was at the Qianshou Pavilion.
She turned her head and saw Gu An approaching, and she couldn't help but let out a cold hum.
When Gu An came closer, Jiang Qiong couldn't hold back and hummed, "Where were you having fun last night?"
Gu An didn't indulge her and replied impatiently, "Do you have something to say? You're the Flower Gathering Sect's leader. I heard the Flower Gathering Sect also celebrates the festival. Why aren't you overseeing things?"
"What's there to oversee? I've raised so many people; I should take a break too," Jiang Qiong hummed. She followed and stepped onto the grass.
Her eyes glinted, and she suddenly lifted her right foot, intending to brush the grass clippings onto Gu An. But he dodged it.
Jiang Qiong stared at Gu An, her eyes gleaming.
She had tried to catch him off guard, but he still evaded her.
This boy was indeed extraordinary! Gu An maintained his distance and asked, "That's right. What's it to you?"
Gu An sighed, "Please, do I need you to teach me this? Who was it that got expelled from the Taicang Imperial Dynasty?"
Jiang Qiong immediately became displeased and started chasing Gu An, but she couldn't catch up no matter how hard she tried.
She became serious and chased Gu An at full speed, but he continued to evade her.
As she pursued him, Jiang Qiong fell into a mysterious state. In her eyes, Gu An turned into multiple shadows, his movements and steps incredibly agile, captivating her.
Time passed, and Jiang Qiong suddenly snapped out of it. She stood under the Ancient Vine Tree, while Gu An was refining pills in front of her.
She took a deep breath and asked, "What was that just now?"
"It's a stepping technique. Once you master it, you can be invincible under the heavens," Gu An replied casually without turning around.
He was teaching her the Gengu Liangtian Dao Step, an advanced version of the Tadao Suoni Step. Besides him, no one else had learned this technique.
For Ye Lan and Zhen Qin, Gu An could only guide them to pursue cultivation as much as possible, and after Nirvana, they could cultivate other Dao techniques.
Jiang Qiong was different. With a lifespan limit of over five thousand years, she would eventually achieve Nirvana, and learning divine abilities early wouldn't hinder her cultivation.
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Gu An glanced at her and said, "Gengu Liangtian Dao Step. Don't spread it around; it will bring big trouble, and not just any trouble, but trouble from beyond the heavens."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Qiong was both nervous and excited. She eagerly rushed towards Gu An.
She hugged him and tried to kiss his face, but Gu An blocked her with his palm. She ended up kissing his palm, leaving his palm feeling ticklish.
"I won't let my efforts go to waste, trust me, I'll definitely master this technique!" Jiang Qiong exclaimed joyfully.
Gu An pushed her away and said, "Then what are you waiting for? This divine ability is so profound that it might take thousands, even tens of thousands of years to master."
Jiang Qiong didn't believe him and immediately got up to start cultivating.
Gu An turned his gaze back to the pill furnace.
The flames beneath the furnace flickered, burning and extinguishing in a continuous cycle of reincarnation.
Time flew by.
Gu An sat before the furnace again, igniting the flames. He turned to look.
Jiang Qiong's figure moved swiftly, like a white swan, making it difficult to track her movements.
She suddenly appeared beside Gu An, her right hand on her forehead, and then she stumbled, hugging Gu An's upper body and resting her head on his shoulder.
"I've been practicing for a hundred years, and I still can't even grasp the basics?" Jiang Qiong said painfully.
A hundred years had passed since she obtained the Gengu Liangtian Dao Step, and she had been diligently cultivating all these years, but without success. That's why she came to seek Gu An's advice.
She had just demonstrated her attempt, and despite her Xuan Heart Realm cultivation, she couldn't even take twenty steps.
Gu An, still allowing her to lean on him, said, "I've told you before, this divine ability isn't that simple. The fact that you've managed to take so many steps proves your diligence."
Jiang Qiong sighed and slumped in dejection.
After a brief rest, she brought up the affairs of the world.
The reincarnated shadows brought by the Primordial Immortal King were wreaking havoc across the land, and they had a collective name—Dark Abyss Wraiths.
A hundred years later, not only had the Dark Abyss Wraiths not been eradicated, but they had grown stronger and even established the Dark Abyss Empire.
In addition to the Dark Abyss Empire, a sect called the Demon Sect had emerged in the mortal realm, said to be composed of reincarnated demons.
While the Immortal Dynasty and the Holy Court were engaged in their conflict, they spared some effort to deal with the Dark Abyss Empire and the Demon Sect. Not only did they fail, but they suffered repeated defeats, allowing the latter to gain momentum.
Now, the Immortal Dynasty and the Holy Court had begun to cease hostilities and turn their attention to the Dark Abyss Empire and the Demon Sect, introducing new variables to the mortal realm.
The Flower Gathering Sect was one such sect that often ventured out. Last year, they encountered a demon lord from the Demon Sect, resulting in the deaths of tens of thousands of disciples. This incident enraged the Flower Gathering Sect, but the disparity in strength deterred them from seeking revenge.
Jiang Qiong shared these developments with Gu An, not seeking aid but merely informing him of the external situation. Gu An had no intention of intervening.
Over the years, the reincarnation whirlpool had continuously produced Dark Abyss Wraiths, strengthening the Dark Abyss Empire. There was undoubtedly a significant cause and effect at play.
"I wonder if the Immortal Dynasty and the Holy Court have truly reconciled. It's best if they join forces to expel these two factions; otherwise, the consequences are unimaginable." Jiang Qiong said with a worried expression.
Gu An replied while refining pills, "Don't worry, I'll talk to the Yang Immortal Emperor about it."
Jiang Qiong was taken aback and asked, "You mean the ruler of the Immortal Dynasty?"
"Yes, what's wrong with that?"
"You're boasting, as if you can just go and meet him."
"Why can't I?"
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"Hmph, today I'll take you to meet him. You can ask him yourself."
Gu An gave Jiang Qiong a scornful look and spoke in a mocking tone.
She looked down on him!
He was no longer the Ji family servant from years ago; it was time to show this woman his strength!
(End of Chapter)
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