Arc 1The Hidden Grotto of Mystic Valley
Gu An concealed his rapidly growing power while taking over Mystic Valley, uncovering a hidden grotto and navigating the secrets of his disciples and allies. The arc left him balancing Jiang Qiong’s demands, Li Ya’s return, and his quiet cultivation as new matters arose.
- Gu An secretly killed the Greed-Hatred Demon Ghost, rose through the sect while hiding his strength, and eventually learned that Cheng Xuandan had turned Meng Lang into a medicine gu.
- Cheng Xuandan revealed the hidden entrance beneath Medicine Valley before departing, and Gu An entered the Eight Sceneries Grotto-Heaven, harvested its herbs, and subdued Meng Lang.
- Gu An amassed lifespan, broke through to the Nascent Soul Realm, and strengthened his spirit roots while choosing to remain in Mystic Valley.
- Li Ya returned injured, and Gu An gave him an Azure Vine Fruit, and Li Ya gave Gu An Heavenly Abode, which Gu An secretly subdued after evolving the Li Family Seven Swords.
- Jiang Qiong emerged from her coffin and asked Gu An to guard her, promising to support him as she recovered her body and reached the Golden Core Realm.
- Wuxin revealed that he was the son of a Thousand Autumn Pavilion Pavilion Master, and Gu An agreed to nurture him while keeping his identity secret.
- Li Ya returned with an Azure Vine Fruit he had bought for far more than Gu An had received for selling it, then raised another matter with him.