Fang Mo realized that Blood Mist Withered Moon Forest was a good place to hide. The blood mist blanketing it formed a natural barrier, so he chose not to leave. He found a secluded spot and settled everyone there.
Gu Lingfeng had yet to say a single word to Fang Mo. Once they were settled, he sat cross-legged and began treating his injuries, as if racing against time.
Tao Shang finally had a chance to talk with Fang Mo alone.
"Brother Fang, how did you advance to the Heavenly Human Realm so quickly?"
Tao Shang couldn't help asking what had been puzzling him.
Fang Mo smiled faintly. "I gained something in Red Flame Gorge, and used the momentum to break through!" He couldn't exactly tell Tao Shang it was because of his divine ability.
Tao Shang shook his head with a wry smile.
"Brother Fang, there'll be no problem getting into Tianli Sect now. With Uncle-Master Gu's recommendation and the merits you've earned, you can enter the Inner Sect and become a true disciple of Tianli Sect!"
Fang Mo glanced toward Gu Lingfeng's cave.
"You're getting ahead of yourself. I don't think Gu Lingfeng has let go of his grudge. If you hadn't asked me, I wouldn't have saved him!"
A flicker of gratitude crossed Tao Shang's eyes. Then he smiled and said,
"Don't overthink it. Uncle-Master Gu was a prodigy from a young age. He reached the Heavenly Human Realm before thirty and was one of the sect's renowned martial talents. Being defeated this time dealt him a blow, so he's feeling a little down. But don't worry. I've already spoken with him. There'll be no problem getting him into Tianli Sect!"
Fang Mo nodded.
"I hope so!"
He could only bet on this for now. If it didn't