The journey through the Space Channel was extremely short. In less than a minute, the light ahead suddenly brightened, and the scene outside could vaguely be seen.
After stepping out of the Space Channel, they found themselves atop an enormous mountain peak soaring ten thousand fathoms high.
The mountain was exceedingly steep, with both sides nearly vertical at ninety degrees. Yet it was covered in abundant vegetation, much of which emitted a rich medicinal fragrance. They were clearly excellent medicinal herbs.
Standing atop the peak, Gu He took a deep breath of the herb-scented air, looking rather content.
Clearly, compared to a life of fighting and killing, quietly refining pills suited him better. Using pills to command the world was the path meant for him!
"Let's go. I'll take you to see the Great Elder first." Seeing Gu He's reaction, Xuan Kongzi smiled.
Only someone who truly loved pill refinement would make such a gesture, so Xuan Kongzi greatly approved of Gu He's actions.
Xuan Kongzi led Gu He toward the mountaintop, and Gu He hurriedly followed. Along the way, plot after plot of medicinal herbs had been meticulously tended, clearly all belonging to someone. Occasionally, they encountered elderly figures working among the herb plots. When they saw Gu He and Xuan Kongzi, they often passed straight by Gu He and warmly greeted Xuan Kongzi instead. Clearly, Xuan Kongzi was quite well-liked here.
Gu He had appeared not far from the summit, and the two soon reached the top.
Several rather simple stone houses stood atop the mountain. Xuan Kongzi led Gu He toward one particularly inconspicuous stone house, which was presumably the Great Elder's residence.
When they reached the stone house, Xuan Kongzi respectfully said, "Great Elder, Gu He has arrived."
"Come in!" An aged voice came from within,