"Okay, you rest first, and we'll go see how Er Gou is doing."
Gu Sheng nodded and comforted.
Then, Elder Shi took Fifth Master Zhang and Gu Sheng towards Er Gou's house.
The three of them walked in a hurry, their hearts filled with a sense of urgency.
While still some distance away from Er Gou's home, Gu Sheng suddenly felt an undercurrent of divine power.
Gu Sheng was secretly surprised, but did not say it out loud.
But as they approached Er Gou's house, the fluctuations in divine power became more intense, as if even the air was trembling.
At the same time, the surrounding chickens, ducks, geese and dogs seemed to feel this power, and their cries were full of panic and uneasiness.
"What's going on? It's like chaos!"
Elder Shi's voice was somewhat worried, and his eyes were staring straight ahead.
"We have to hurry!"
Gu Sheng said anxiously, walking faster.
When they finally arrived at Er Gou's house, the sight in front of them stunned them.
I saw some neighbors standing outside, afraid to go in, as if they had seen some monster.
In the yard of Er Gou's house, the domestic animals were panicking and running around.
Their screams come and go, almost tearing people's eardrums.
As for Er Gou, who was standing in the center of the yard, his appearance had changed drastically.
I saw that his face was covered with strange lines, which looked somewhat similar to Shi Lou.
It's just that Er Gou's eyes widened, as if controlled by some kind of force.
Gu Sheng rushed into the yard and shouted anxiously, "Er Gou, what's wrong with you?"
Er Gou turned his head, with confusion in his eyes.
"Brother Sheng, I... I feel a force surging inside my body, and I can't control it!"
Er Gou gritted his teeth and said with some pain.
At the same time, Er Gou's mother also came forward and said to them, "Elder Shi, Fifth Master Zhang, you are well-informed, Er Gou, what happened to him?"
"It's okay, we can handle it."
Fifth Master Zhang comforted.
Suddenly, Er Gou raised his hands, clenched his fists, and punched the pig pen on the side.
I saw a divine power burst out from his palm.
"Boom!"
There was a loud noise.
The pigsty was shattered in an instant, with sawdust and soil flying everywhere.
At the same time, several piglets inside rushed out of the yard because the pig pen collapsed, and ran outside without looking back as if they were running for their lives.
"Piggy! My piggy!"
Er Gou's mother yelled and kicked her out at the same time.
Other neighbors saw this and rushed to help chase him.
"Oh my God!"
Fifth Master Zhang and Elder Shi couldn't help but exclaimed when they saw this scene.
"Isn't this too risky?"
"Er Gou He... he became a cultivator?"
"I don't know. I have never seen Er Gou become like this and have such a strong power."
Some villagers whispered.
"Er Gou, calm down!"
Gu Sheng stepped forward, stood in front of him and said loudly.
Gu Sheng knows that if Er Gou cannot control this power, it may cause greater damage and even hurt himself!
"I... I can't do it!"
Er Gou's voice was filled with despair, and his hands were trembling, obviously trying to control the power in his body.
Elder Shi and Fifth Master Zhang looked at each other and knew that measures must be taken immediately.
"Little Sheng, give him a quick blow."
Elder Shi said sincerely.
"Yeah."
Gu Sheng nodded and took a step forward.
Instantly, he began to gather divine power in his hands, preparing to help Er Gou stabilize this power.
"Er Gou, look at me."
Gu Sheng's voice seemed to have a strange rhythm.
At the same time, there was soothing power in those eyes.
Er Gou turned his head and looked into Gu Sheng's eyes.
The moment they looked at each other, Er Gou's body seemed to be gradually calming down.
Gu Sheng grabbed Er Gou's wrist, and the divine power slowly flowed into Er Gou's body, helping him guide and control the violent power.
"Huh..."
Er Gou exhaled a long breath.
After a few minutes, his face returned to calm, and the divine power in his body gradually stabilized.
"Brother Sheng, thank you."
Er Gou said with a grateful face.
Gu Sheng smiled and nodded, "It's okay, Er Gou, this is just the beginning, you must learn how to control this power."
Elder Shi and Fifth Master Zhang looked at Er Gou and felt relieved.
They know that the awakening of Shi Lou and Er Gou is just the beginning, and there is still a long road waiting for them.
But at least now, they have taken the first step.
"We have to find a safe place for the two of them to practice well and master this power."
Fifth Master Zhang suggested.
Elder Shi nodded. "Yes, we cannot let this power get out of control, otherwise it will bring disaster to the village."
Fifth Master Zhang was silent for a while, and then suddenly said, "I know Dao Yi a suitable place. It is far away from the village, has enough space for you to practice, and the fluctuations of divine power there are relatively stable."
"Where?"
Gu Sheng and Elder Shi asked in unison.
"Divine Wood Forest."
Fifth Master Zhang said slowly, "That is the place where our ancestors practiced, and it is also the holy place of our village."
"Divine Wood Forest?"
Gu Sheng and Elder Shi looked at each other.
Gu Sheng I have heard others talk about that place before, but I have never been there.
"Well, yes, there are ancient sacred trees protecting the law there. They can absorb and stabilize divine power. They are the best place for cultivation."
Elder Shi nodded in agreement.
"Oh? It would be great to be able to stabilize the divine power! In this way, it will also help them understand their own power."
Gu Sheng said with some surprise.
"Then when will we set off?"
Er Gou asked, his eyes full of expectation.
After all, it was very uncomfortable for him to have this kind of uncontrollable power, and it might even hurt others.
"Tomorrow morning."
Elder Shi said, "Tonight, you all have a good rest and prepare."
"Okay."
Gu Sheng and Fifth Master Zhang nodded.
As night fell, Stone Village returned to calm.
Gu Sheng, Shi Lou and Er Gou are all preparing for tomorrow's journey.
At this time, the two families were together, and there was a feeling of joy or sorrow in their hearts.
"Er Gou, when it comes to Divine Wood Forest, you, Shi Lou and Little Sheng take care of each other, do you hear that?"
Er Gou's mother asked with some disappointment.
"Don't worry, Shi Lou and I know what to do."
Er Gou smiled.
At this time, Shi Lou's mother suddenly spoke, "By the way, I heard from Fifth Master Zhang that Stone Village may have to rely on you in the future. Practice well and don't embarrass us Stone Village."
"I know, hey..."
Shi Lou sighed, seeming a little impatient.
That night, the mother and son talked a lot until late at night.
The next morning, it was just dawn.
Gu Sheng, Shi Lou, Er Gou and Fifth Master Zhang set off.
They passed through the stockade and set foot on the path leading to Divine Wood Forest.
The sun shines through the treetops and shines on them, adding a little warmth to their journey.
Divine Wood Forest is located to the north of Stone Village, a forest covered by thousand-year-old trees.
These trees are tall and strong, and their trunks are covered with traces of time.
In the forest, there is a faint fragrance of grass and trees, which makes people feel comfortable.
"It's really special here."
Gu Sheng sighed.
Because as soon as he entered Divine Wood Forest, he could feel that the aura here was different from other places.
"Yes, the sacred trees here can absorb divine power, making the fluctuations of divine power here more stable."
Fifth Master Zhang explained.
"Well, practicing here will get twice the result with half the effort."
Gu Sheng nodded with satisfaction.
Not long after, Fifth Master Zhang led them to a dilapidated hut in a dense forest.
Entering it, all kinds of spider silk and dust are entangled.
"Ah sneeze!"
Er Gou couldn't help but sneeze loudly.
He rubbed his nose and asked, "How long has it been since anyone came to this place?"
"Twenty years at least."
Fifth Master Zhang said, patting the door panel, "Well, this elm wood is quite strong and has not aged. The three of you will be living here recently."
"Okay... okay."
Shi Lou Although he was a little reluctant, this was the only place he could stay in along the way.
"What? Are you unwilling?"
Fifth Master Zhang turned his head and asked seriously.
"No, no, we'd love to."
Er Gou smiled and started to tidy up the room.
About an hour later, Fifth Master Zhang arranged for Gu Sheng and the three of them to tidy up the room.
At least it can ensure that it doesn't leak when it rains, and mosquitoes don't fly around.
After the decoration was completed, Fifth Master Zhang looked at the brand new hut, nodded and said, "Well, it's not bad."
"Lao Zhang, it's getting late, you should go back."
Gu Sheng reminded.
Fifth Master Zhang looked at the sun that was about to set in Ka, nodded and said, "Okay, basically it's nothing, you guys take care of yourselves."
Subsequently, Gu Sheng escorted Fifth Master Zhang from Divine Wood Forest and returned to Stone Village.
When we turned back to Divine Wood Forest, the sky had already darkened.
But Gu Sheng did not directly enter Divine Wood Forest, but instead arranged a barrier along the edge of Divine Wood Forest.
If anyone discovers them, Gu Sheng can detect them in time through the barrier.
In the next month, Gu Sheng taught Er Gou and Shi Lou some ways to use divine power while learning the contents of "Heavenly Book of Source-Seeking".
Shi Lou and Er Gou had divine energy blood in their bodies and quickly learned to fly off the ground, reaching a height of tens of meters.
At the same time, they can control power and break boulders with one punch.
Although it cannot be broken, this kind of power is enough to protect Stone Village.
And Gu Sheng learned some small Source Arts, which can change shapes, but it has not reached the level of big Source Arts that can change the world.
The three of them felt that this month had been very fulfilling.
This was too difficult. While they were resting comfortably, Gu Sheng suddenly felt someone entering the barrier.
"No! Someone is coming to Divine Wood Forest!"
After saying that, Gu Sheng instantly flew towards the edge of Divine Wood Forest.
At the same time, Er Gou and Shi Lou also flew up.
When the three of them came to the edge of Divine Wood Forest, they suddenly discovered that the person who came to Divine Wood Forest was none other than their friend, Shi Shanlin.
I saw several wounds all over his body, it was obvious that he had been attacked.
Gu Sheng hurriedly stepped forward and supported the shaky Shi Shanlin.
"Shanlin, what happened?"
Gu Sheng asked eagerly.
Shi Shanlin's face was pale, his lips were trembling, and he stammered, "Quick... go and save Fifth Master Zhang, they... they..."
Before he finished speaking, Shi Shanlin fell into a coma.
Gu Sheng frowned, feeling that something major had happened to Stone Village.
He immediately said to Er Gou and Shi Lou: "You stay here and protect the mountains and forests, and I will save Fifth Master Zhang."
"No, I'll go."
"I want to go too!"
Er Gou and Shi Lou said in unison.
Gu Sheng knew their determination and nodded. "Okay, Er Gou will come with me, Shi Lou, you stay to take care of the mountains and forests."
"Okay... okay!"
Shi Lou responded and glanced at Shi Shanlin lying on the ground.
The two immediately took off and flew quickly in the direction from which Shi Shanlin came.
They followed the path they had taken before and soon arrived at the edge of the stockade.
There was silence in the village at this time, which made them even more nervous.
They landed in front of Fifth Master Zhang's house and found that many people from the village were gathered around.
"It turns out everyone is here."
Er Gou said in a deep voice.
Gu Sheng Seeing this situation, he felt even more anxious.
Because this situation can only explain one problem, that is, Fifth Master Zhang must have suffered a disaster.
When these neighbors saw Er Gou and Gu Sheng falling from the sky, their mouths opened in surprise.
"It's Little Sheng and Er Gou!"
"They are from heaven."
one of them exclaimed.
Er Gou didn't care so much and rushed directly into Fifth Master Zhang's room.
I saw Fifth Master Zhang lying weakly on the bed, with a pale face, colorless lips, and obvious lack of energy and blood.
"Fifth Master Zhang!"
Er Gou exclaimed and hurried forward to check.
Fifth Master Zhang opened his eyes and saw Gu Sheng and the others, with an expression of relief in his eyes.
"Little Sheng... You are here."
Fifth Master Zhang's voice is a little weak.
"Old Zhang, who has been here?"
Gu Sheng asked nervously.
At this time, Elder Shi stood up, sighed slightly and said, "Those people... they are here for Heart of the Divine Wood."
"Heart of the Divine Wood?"
Gu Sheng was shocked.
He had heard Fifth Master Zhang say before that it was Divine Wood Forest's treasure, and the person who owned it could control the power of the entire forest.
"Why? Is it just to get the power in the forest?"
Gu Sheng asked.
"No."
Elder Shi shook his head, "Who knows where they learned about the awakened bloodlines of Shi Lou and Er Gou, and want to absorb their divine energy by controlling the power of the forest, so we must stop them."
Fifth Master Zhang said with some difficulty.
"Which people?"
Er Gou asked anxiously.
"Two groups of bandits."
someone in the crowd said.
"Bandit?"
Er Gou heard this, his eyes filled with anger.
He clenched his fists, looking like he was going to fight fiercely.
"What a bastard! Damn it!"
Er Gou cursed fiercely.
"Clang clang clang!"
Suddenly, a gong sounded.
This sound was made by the mountain people at the entrance of the village.
Once danger is encountered, the mountain people there will ring the gong to serve as an early warning.
"Young and strong men, go and guard the stockade!"
Elder Shi heard this voice and quickly ordered.
"Elder! Look at me!"
After Er Gou finished speaking, he rushed out directly.
At that moment, Er Gou's mother suddenly saw her son, who had not been home for a month.
"Er Gou! Er Gou! Where are you going?"
Er Gou's mother asked in a panic.