Peak

"Biyun Sect person?"

Luoyun City Lord's pupils shrank suddenly and he subconsciously held down the handle of the knife.

The old man glanced at them.

Luo Xiutian suddenly felt like falling into an ice cave, and True Essence inside his body had the tendency to solidify.

"Transcending the tribulation. Peak!"

He struggled to say these words, and cold sweat broke out on his forehead.

He had only felt this sense of oppression from the Holy Lord.

The old man did not stay, and took everyone away in an instant. The last person who passed by was a man with a hooked nose. His sinister gaze rested on Luo Xiutian for a moment, and the corners of his mouth curved in a cruel way.

"Ye Xiao, don't make trouble."

A warning came from ahead.

The man named Ye Xiao smacked his lips in regret, and then shot a black light towards Luo Xiutian's face.

"Cang!"

Luoyun City Lord blocked with a horizontal knife, sparks flying everywhere. When he looked again, Biyun Sect everyone had disappeared deep into the bamboo forest.

Luo Xiutian stood on the edge of Purple Bamboo Forest, his fingers caressing the jade pendant around his waist unconsciously.

A breeze blew by and the bamboo leaves rustled, but it could not hide the vague murderous intention coming from behind him.

"City Lord, those three people from the Biyun Sect."

Luo Xiutian's lips moved slightly, and the sound condensed into a line and passed into the ears of Luoyun City Lord beside him.

Luoyun City Lord's expression remained unchanged, and from the corner of his eye he glanced at the three Biyun Sect who were cutting down purple bamboo not far away, and said in a low voice.

"Especially the one in gray robe. He has been observing you since half an hour ago. It seems he has recognized your identity."

Luo Xiutian sneered, and gently pressed his right hand on the sword at his waist.

"Although I, Luo Xiutian, don't want to take the initiative to cause trouble, if someone is seeking death."

"Caution comes first."

Luoyun City Lord interrupted.

"Biyun Sect has always been known for being insidious. They must have seen that you have many treasures on your body, and they also thought that this remote place is suitable for killing people and grabbing treasures."

Luo Xiutian said.

"Don't worry, City Lord. Since I dare to come to Zizhu Mountain alone, I will naturally have something to rely on."

Luoyun City Lord heard this, and his heart moved.

He had long heard that there was an expert's guidance behind Luo Xiutian, and now seeing that he was confident, he must be carrying a magic weapon that could kill the strong Tribulation Crossing stage. Thinking of this, he relaxed a little and focused on cutting down the purple bamboo in front of him.

At the same time, on the other side of Zhushan.

Gu Sheng held an ordinary iron sword in his hand. The blade of the sword crossed the surface of the purple bamboo and made a crisp sound. There was only a shallow white mark left on the surface of the purple bamboo, but it remained motionless.

"The thirty-seventh sword."

Gu Sheng Fine beads of sweat oozed from his forehead.

He could feel that with every sword strike, a faint Yang Dao aura flowed into his body from the purple bamboo and circulated in his meridians.

"Come again!"

Gu Sheng's spiritual power was circulating in his body, and a faint white light glowed on the iron sword. The sword edge struck down again, and this time Zizhu finally let out a cry and slowly fell down.

"Huh——"

Gu Sheng breathed a long sigh of relief, sat cross-legged, and began to absorb the Yang Dao aura escaping from the purple bamboo.

He could feel that his Yang Dao realm was loosening, as if a thin barrier was about to be broken through.

"From Hinayana to Mahayana, there is only one final step left to transform the gods."

Gu Sheng was secretly happy, but he didn't know that his every move had attracted the attention of other people in the mountain.

Not far away, Biyun Sect Third Elder frowned and stared at Gu Sheng's back.

"It's strange. That boy looks like he's only in his early twenties. How can he cut down purple bamboo on the mountainside?"

Third Elder was filled with surprise and uncertainty, and quietly released a ray of thought, wanting to explore Gu Sheng's cultivation.

However, as soon as his thoughts came within three feet of Gu Sheng, they were weakened by the strange fluctuations emitted by Zizhu and disappeared without a trace.

"This"

Third Elder's face changed slightly.

"Zizhu can actually interfere with the exploration of thoughts?"

The Biyun Sect disciple next to him saw this and whispered.

"Third Elder, do you want me to test that kid?"

Third Elder pondered for a moment and shook his head.

"No need. I'll go and see for myself."

After saying that, he flashed and galloped away in the direction of Gu Sheng. However, when he actually set foot on the road to the mountainside, he found that things were far more difficult than he thought.

With every step forward, the pressure emitted by the surrounding purple bamboos increases by one point. When he reached a third of the way, Third Elder was already sweating profusely, and his legs were as heavy as lead.

"How is that possible?"

Third Elder looked at the young figure in front of him in disbelief.

"How could he walk halfway up the mountain so easily?"

In the end, Third Elder had to stop, found an open space at the foot of the mountain, sat cross-legged, and began to practice Qigong and enlightenment.

He realized that with his current Daoist cultivation, there was no way he could catch up with the mysterious young man.

"When I understand the Daoist charm in this purple bamboo, I can go up and find out."

Third Elder thought in his mind.

In other directions in Zhushan, more and more cultivators have noticed the existence of Gu Sheng.

"Look, that young man has walked halfway up the mountain!"

A middle-aged monk in blue robes exclaimed.

"It's unbelievable. The last person I saw who could reach that position was True Person Qingyang from the Dao Palace Realm."

echoed his companion.

Not far away, several female cultivators also stopped what they were doing and looked curiously in the direction of Gu Sheng.

"He looks so young. Could it be that he used some kind of beauty trick?"

A female nun with an oval face asked softly.

The senior sister beside her shook her head.

"Unlikely. Changing the appearance will consume a lot of spiritual power and affect the progress of cultivation. Unless..."

"Unless what?"

"Unless his cultivation is high enough to ignore this consumption."

The senior sister said in a deep voice.

"But such a young Tribulation Crossing stage is simply unheard of."

Everyone was talking about it, but no one dared to step forward and interrupt. After all, in Cultivation World, it is a big taboo to rashly explore other people's cultivation level, not to mention that the other person is likely to be a hidden master.

The morning light dews slightly, and the Imperial Sect mountain gate is shrouded in a layer of mist.

Gu Sheng stood in front of the mountain gate, stroking the storage ring Long Yundao gave him yesterday. The surface of the ring was engraved with complex patterns and glowed with a faint purple glow in the morning light.

"A high-grade storage ring on the earth level. Elder Long is quite generous this time."

Gu Sheng raised the corner of his mouth slightly and put the ring on the ring finger of his left hand. As soon as the ring touches your skin, it automatically adjusts to a perfect fit.

He took out another jade pendant with a simple shape, which was the magic weapon of disguise "Thousand Faces". The jade pendant was cold in his hands, and Gu Sheng circulated his body's spiritual power to inject it into it. The jade pendant immediately glowed with soft white light, wrapping his whole body.

When the light dissipated, what stood there was a young man with an ordinary face. His facial features were featureless, and he was the type who would be forgotten immediately if he was thrown into the crowd. Only those eyes were still as deep and unpredictable as a deep pool.

"It shouldn't be noticeable this way."

Gu Sheng touched his unfamiliar face, nodded with satisfaction, and walked up the mountain.

Not far after walking out of the mountain gate, Gu Sheng paused in his steps. Not far ahead, a slender figure was facing away from him, with a simple luggage slung over his shoulder, and his black hair fluttering in the wind.

As if aware of the movement behind him, the man turned around, revealing a stunningly beautiful face - none other than Ye Jianjia.

She was not wearing the clothes of a Imperial Sect disciple today. Instead, she was wearing a simple and elegant light green dress with a silver ribbon tied around her waist, which made her skin look like snow.

"Senior Brother Gu Gu."

Ye Jianjia was stunned for a moment when he saw Gu Sheng's disguise, then he recognized the person from his breath and his cheeks turned slightly red.

"I have asked Master for instructions, and I would like to go out and practice with you."

Gu Sheng frowned slightly.

"How did you know that I left the clan today?"

"I saw Elder Long looking for you yesterday and heard that you were going out on business, so I guessed it."

Ye Jianjia pursed his lips and spoke softly.

"Now that Master has broken through the Heavenly Martial Realm, and Imperial Sect's development is on the right track, I think it's time to go out and experience it."

The mountain breeze blew by, picking up a few strands of Ye Jianjia's hair.

She reached out and tucked her hair behind her ears and continued.

"Besides, I also want to become stronger. With Senior Brother Gu, I will have more opportunities."

Gu Sheng was silent for a moment, his eyes lingering on her face for a few breaths.

Ye Jianjia felt a little uncomfortable when he looked at her, but stubbornly did not look away.

"The world out there is more dangerous than you think."

Gu Sheng finally spoke, his voice low.

"You could die at any time."

Ye Jianjia had determination in his eyes.

"I'm not afraid. In these days of the Imperial Sect, I am no longer the little girl who didn't understand anything."

As she spoke, she touched her waist with her right hand, and a dagger was looming.

That was the earth-level spiritual weapon "Qingshuang" that Gu Sheng gave her before, and now it has been refined by her into a mind-to-heart connection.

Gu Sheng Looking at her stubborn look, he suddenly remembered the girl who was excluded in the Ye Family when they first met. In just a short period of time, she has indeed grown a lot.

"As you wish."

Gu Sheng finally nodded.

"But remember, when you are in danger, your life comes first."

Ye Jianjia's eyes suddenly shone with light and he nodded heavily.

"Yes! I will listen to Senior Brother Gu!"

The two walked together and soon arrived at Great Desolation City Yellow City. People were coming and going at the city gate, and warriors in various costumes were coming in and out, including many with powerful auras.

"Let's go to the Linlang Pavilion first."

Gu Sheng said, leading Ye Jianjia through the bustling streets and came to a magnificent building in a familiar way.

Linlang Pavilion Two stone lions stand in front of the door, lifelike, with red gems inlaid in their eyes, exuding a touch of coercion.

It was Ye Jianjia's first time in a place like this, so he couldn't help but get closer to Gu Sheng nervously.

"Don't be afraid, follow me."

Gu Sheng whispered comfort and stepped into the pavilion.

Linlang Pavilion has luxurious interior decoration, and various rare treasures are displayed in transparent crystal cabinets, exuding an alluring light. Several luxuriously dressed guests were selecting products, accompanied by respectful waiters.

Gu Sheng did not stop on the first floor and went directly to the counter. The clerk behind the counter was sorting out the account books. When he saw someone coming, he said without looking up.

"What does the guest need? We have everything you need, as long as you can afford it."

Gu Sheng did not answer, but took out a dark gold token from his arms and placed it gently on the counter. The token is engraved with a simple "Xiao" character, surrounded by fine runes.

The clerk caught a glimpse of the token from the corner of his eye, his body froze suddenly, and then he raised his head with a respectful smile on his face.

"This distinguished guest is too small to see the mountains, please wait a moment!"

He held the token in both hands and looked at it carefully. After confirming that it was correct, his attitude became even more humble.

"I wonder what service your distinguished guest needs? I'll go and ask the steward to come over."

"No need to alarm the steward."

Gu Sheng withdraws the token.

"Tell Bai Lingtong to come to the quiet room on the second floor to meet me."

The guy looked embarrassed.

"Master Bai Lingtong is going out today."

Gu Sheng's eyes turned cold.

"Tell him that the token owner is looking for him."

Cold sweat broke out on the man's forehead and he nodded repeatedly.

"Yes, yes, I'm going to send a message right now! Distinguished guests, please wait in the quiet room on the second floor. Tea and fruit products will be sent to you soon!"

Gu Sheng said no more and took Ye Jianjia to the second floor. The quiet room is elegantly decorated, with several landscape paintings hanging on the walls and light incense burning in the corner. Soon, the maid brought spiritual tea and spiritual fruits and left respectfully.

"Senior Brother Gu, that token"

Ye Jianjia asked curiously.

"A friend's."

Gu Sheng answered lightly without explaining much.

About a quarter of an hour later, there was a gentle knock on the door of the quiet room, and then a thin, middle-aged man pushed the door open and entered.

He was wearing a brand new brocade robe, several rings inlaid with precious stones on his fingers, and a jade pendant of good quality hanging around his waist. He looked very wealthy.

"I don't know which distinguished guest this is"

Bai Lingtong walked in with a smile on his face, his eyes swept over Gu Sheng and Ye Jianjia with doubts in his eyes.

Gu Sheng did not stand up, but said calmly.

"Bai Lingtong, I haven't seen you for half a month, but you are doing well."

Hearing this familiar voice, Bai Lingtong's face changed drastically, and then he showed an even more flattering smile.

"It turns out to be Mr. Gu! Damn it, I didn't recognize you!"

He stepped forward quickly and bowed.

"If your Majesty has any instructions, you only need to send a message and I will get back to the Imperial Sect immediately. Why bother to go there in person?"

Gu Sheng raised his hand to interrupt his flattery.

"I have three things to ask you."

Bai Lingtong immediately said seriously.

"Sir, please tell me. I know everything I know!"

"First, how is Ye Family doing?"

Gu Sheng Get straight to the point.

Hearing this, Bai Lingtong glanced at Ye Jianjia involuntarily. Although she changed her appearance at the moment, Bai Lingtong immediately guessed her identity when contacted by Gu Sheng's question.

"This."

Bai Lingtong considered the words.

"Xuanxu Sect vented part of his anger on the Ye Family after the Imperial Sect was frustrated. Ye Family master Ye Xiongfeng was detained in the Xuanxu Sect, and most of the Ye Family's industries have collapsed."

Ye Jianjia His body trembled, and his fingers unconsciously clenched the corners of his clothes.

Bai Lingtong saw this and quickly added.

"However, because Ye Family and Xuanxu Sect are related by marriage, the sect leader cherishes his wings and has not killed Ye Family to save the sect's face."

Gu Sheng nodded and continued to ask.

"Second, what's going on with the Sun Moon Sect recently?"

At the mention of the Sun Moon Sect, Bai Lingtong perked up.

"Sir, Sun Moon Sect is about to hold a hunting ceremony to determine the successor of the sect leader. Xu Hansong is now very popular!"

"Xu Hansong?"

Gu Sheng raised his eyebrows.

"Didn't I cripple his cultivation?"

Bai Lingtong Lower your voice.

"It is said that after he was brought back to the sect, he got a great opportunity. Not only did he recover his cultivation, but he also hooked up with a Inner Court disciple of the Great Desolation Sacred Academy and became his spokesperson in Great Desolation City. With this relationship, he is very likely to win the position of heir."

"Can a Inner Court disciple influence the heir position of a first-class sect?"

Gu Sheng had surprise in his eyes.

Bai Lingtong is mysterious and authentic.

"Your Excellency, you don't know. Great Desolation Sacred Academy Inner Court is extremely mysterious. It is said that the reason why the Holy Court can be compared to the Holy Land is precisely because of the existence of Inner Court. Every Inner Court disciple is an absolute genius, and the forces involved behind it are intricate."