Method of Breaking the Formation

"Speaking of which, my son has just turned sixteen this year, and his cultivation has barely reached the seventh level of the Spirit Martial Realm."

Gu Sheng immediately understood what he meant.

"Town Guard Chen wants your son to enter the Imperial Sect for training?"

"Precisely!"

Chen Zhongting hurriedly cupped his hands.

"If Young Master Gu could recommend him."

"After tomorrow, I'm afraid it will be inconvenient for me to show myself."

Gu Sheng interrupted him, his voice low.

"I will publicly withdraw from the Imperial Sect."

Chen Zhongting's expression shifted slightly before he quickly regained his smile.

"No matter, no matter. Young people should leave the shelter of their wings and gain experience. Even if Young Master Gu is no longer in the Imperial Sect, it would still be his good fortune to enter it."

Gu Sheng turned his gaze toward Xiao Yun, who had been standing quietly at the side.

"Shopkeeper Xiao, if the town guard's residence has any opportunities for cooperation in the future, I hope you will offer appropriate assistance."

Xiao Yun respectfully bowed.

"Rest assured, Young Master Gu. Xiao understands."

"Right."

Gu Sheng suddenly recalled something and looked at Chen Zhongting.

"Three Town Guard Commissioners have died in Great Desolation City, leaving three city posts vacant."

Chen Zhongting was surprised.

"Young Master Gu means?"

"At least one of those positions must belong to our people."

Gu Sheng's tone was calm, yet it carried an unquestionable command.

Chen Zhongting immediately cupped his hands, lowering his voice to a whisper.

"I will not fail your trust!"

Gu Sheng nodded and turned to leave.

The next morning, Gu Sheng awoke from meditation, the Spiritual Power around him slowly receding.

He opened his eyes, and stars seemed to flow within them.

"Someone."

He called softly.

A moment later, a