Chapter 560: Chapter 304: Happy to be a Dad
The black-clad figure slowly stepped in front of Gu Sheng, looking down at him: "Kid, you’re quite impressive. But alas, you ran into me."
With that, he raised his hand, preparing to deliver the final blow to Gu Sheng. However, at that moment, the Red Vine Demon Soul roared to life again, transforming into a streak of red light that enveloped Gu Sheng. In the next instant, the red light flashed and burrowed underground, disappearing without a trace.
The black-clad figure froze in shock, unable to believe his own eyes. He looked around, searching for any trace of Gu Sheng, but to no avail. In the end, he could only leave in frustration, vanishing into the ruins of the ancient battlefield.
No one knows how much time had passed, but Gu Sheng slowly opened his eyes. He discovered that he was now inside a strange, mysterious space, surrounded by thick, rich Spiritual Energy. Miraculously, his body had regained sensation!
"Where is this?" Gu Sheng exclaimed in surprise as he scanned his surroundings. "Could it be that the Red Vine Demon Soul saved me?"
A mix of confusion and gratitude swelled in his heart. He knew that his escape from death this time was thanks to the Red Vine Demon Soul’s intervention. Taking a deep breath, he stood and began to examine this strange space.
This appeared to be a secret realm, filled with wondrous and exotic plants as well as rare spiritual beasts. Gu Sheng’s heart stirred, and he began channeling Spiritual Energy to explore the secret realm. He quickly discovered that the Spiritual Energy here was far denser than that of the outside world, carrying an underlying sense of mysterious power.
Delighted beyond belief, he thought to himself, "This is practically a sacred ground for cultivation!" Without hesitation, Gu Sheng sat cross-legged and began his cultivation. As the Spiritual Energy continuously poured into his body, he felt his cultivation level advancing rapidly!
No one knows how much time had passed, but Gu Sheng suddenly opened his eyes, a gleam of brilliance flashing in them. He realized he had broken through the bottleneck of the Fourth Level of the Marrow Refining Realm, reaching a brand-new realm!
Overwhelmed by excitement, he thought, "This is nothing short of a miracle!" Furthermore, he noticed that his Ancient Sacred Body had grown significantly stronger. Golden light emanating from his flesh seemed to hold boundless power.
Gu Sheng rose to his feet and stretched his muscles. He felt power surging through him, as if he could shatter the entire secret realm with a single punch!
Fueled with a grand sense of ambition, he prepared to delve deeper into the secret realm to seek even greater opportunities waiting for him.
Unfortunately, the realm wasn’t very large, and Gu Sheng quickly grew familiar with it. He soon located a teleportation array and used it to leave.
Not long after, he received a transmission from the Yaochi Saintess.
When Gu Sheng received the Yaochi Saintess’s transmission, he was standing at the edge of the primordial mining area, preparing to bid farewell to Xing Lie and the others. In the transmission, the Yaochi Saintess’s voice flowed like a clear spring, carrying a hint of expectation and urgency. His heart stirred—he knew it was time to return to Yaochi Holy Land.
Turning to Xing Lie and the others, Gu Sheng said, "Brothers, I need to head back to Yaochi Holy Land first. Take care, and we’ll meet again!"
Though reluctant, Xing Lie and the others understood that Gu Sheng had his own matters to attend to. They clasped their hands in farewell, watching as Gu Sheng turned into a streak of golden light, disappearing into the horizon.
By the time Gu Sheng returned to Yaochi Holy Land, night had already fallen. The Yaochi Saintess was waiting by the entrance of the Holy Land. Dressed in a flowing white gown, she appeared as though she had descended from the moon palace itself. When she saw Gu Sheng’s return, her face bloomed into a radiant smile.
"Gu Sheng, you’re finally back!" The Yaochi Saintess stepped forward to greet him, her voice laced with excitement.
Gu Sheng smiled faintly and nodded, "Saintess, I’ve kept you waiting."
Shaking her head gently, the Yaochi Saintess replied, "It doesn’t matter. You’re back, and that’s all that counts. I’ve already prepared a feast to welcome you and wash away the dust from your journey."
During the banquet, the Yaochi Saintess and Gu Sheng toasted to each other and talked about the events of the primordial mining area. Gu Sheng recounted everything they had witnessed and experienced in the mining zone, leaving the Yaochi Saintess alternately amazed and tense.
After the banquet concluded, the Yaochi Saintess flashed a mysterious smile and said to Gu Sheng, "Gu Sheng, I have a special gift for you. Come with me."
Curious, Gu Sheng followed the Yaochi Saintess to a mystical garden within the Holy Land. Fragrant flowers filled the air, Immortal Energy drifted silently, and the scene before him resembled an Immortal Realm itself. Marveling at the beauty and wonder of Yaochi Holy Land, Gu Sheng couldn’t help but be in awe.
The Yaochi Saintess led him to the center of the garden where an ancient stone lay. Pointing to it, she said, "Gu Sheng, look at this primordial stone. It emits a powerful aura with rhythmic pulses. I’ve studied it for a long time but still cannot uncover its secrets. I’m hoping you might be able to solve this mystery."
Gu Sheng gazed at the primordial stone intently. Its surface was rough and uneven, yet within, it seemed to contain boundless energy. He reached out to touch the stone, and immediately, a surge of energy burst into his body. Stirred, he activated his Ancient Sacred Body, golden light coursing throughout him as he attempted to resonate with the stone’s power.
But just as Gu Sheng was about to touch the core of the stone, a powerful force suddenly repelled him, sending him flying backward. Shocked, Gu Sheng thought to himself, "This stone truly holds extraordinary power."
The Yaochi Saintess rushed to his side and asked with concern, "Gu Sheng, are you alright?"
Gu Sheng shook his head and, with resolve sparking in his eyes, said, "Saintess, the presence within this stone is something extraordinary. I’ll need some time to study it and see if I can unravel its mysteries."
Nodding in agreement, the Yaochi Saintess said, "Alright, take your time and do your best. I’ll give you my full support."
In the days that followed, Gu Sheng immersed himself in studying the primordial stone in the garden secret realm. Time and again, he attempted to communicate with the stone’s energy and uncover its mysteries. Though he faced repeated failures, Gu Sheng never gave up. His determination and courage touched the Yaochi Saintess deeply.