"Number one on the Dragon Ranking?"
At this moment, Gu Chen's expression was somewhat strange. When he saw Ye Fei, who couldn't contain his excitement at the mention of this name, he really didn't know what to say.
Back at Xiaoxiang Peak, he killed this self-proclaimed number one on the Dragon Ranking, Wang Gui. He initially thought the guy was just bragging, but unexpectedly, he learned from Ye Fei that it was all true. That guy was insane; before his ghost cultivation, he must have been a powerful figure, looking down on all living beings!
But there was still something he didn't quite understand, so he continued to ask.
"So, what is the relationship between the Mystery Gate and the Land of Heaven and Earth?"
"The Mystery Gate and the Heaven and Earth Palace have always been on opposite sides, and they are irreconcilable enemies," Ye Fei replied respectfully, though a slight look of surprise crossed his face, as if he found it strange that Gu Chen was unaware of this.
"Opposing sides, like fire and water?" Gu Chen asked, his curiosity piqued again, "Why?"
"Because the Mystery Gate is a force of the Huaxia headquarters... well, actually it's not really a force, but rather a sacred place for exchanging martial arts techniques. As long as various sects meet the requirements, they can enter and exchange for cultivation methods, books, or even talismans like Ning Yufeng just did," Ye Fei said. "The Mystery Gate has existed for hundreds of years and has played a significant role in inspiring and developing the sects of Huaxia."
"What about the Heaven and Earth Palace?" Gu Chen asked again.
"Our sect has never entered the Land of Heaven and Earth, so we don't know the specifics. But we've heard that because the Heaven and Earth Palace is located within the Land of Heaven and Earth, it looks down on most sects and families in the mortal world. Of course, it's also true that the families and sects in the mortal world are indeed very backward."
Ye Fei paused slightly before continuing, "But since the establishment of the Mystery Gate, this situation has gradually changed. Because in the Mystery Gate's philosophy, even in the general world, one only needs a little contribution point from their family to exchange for cultivation techniques. Therefore, the power of the secular world has begun to flourish, and more and more sects have begun to have the qualifications to enter the Land of Heaven and Earth."
"I see, no wonder..."
Gu Chen breathed a sigh of relief; he finally understood the reason behind it.
The Heaven and Earth Palace controls the Dragon and Tiger Ranking and holds a superior position in the Land of Heaven and Earth. However, the sudden emergence of the Mystery Gate is like cutting off their power. To put it bluntly, this relationship is like a confrontation between the government and the secular world.
However, Mystery Gate is not a powerful force, and under the philosophy of universal salvation, its influence extends to all. There are countless sects and families like Elder Hua who have received its favors. Therefore, even if there are grudges in their hearts, Heaven and Earth Palace probably wouldn't dare to make a move.
"So what are contribution points?" Gu Chen continued to ask.
"Well... contribution points are the sect's fortune."
Ye Fei coughed lightly and said, "Actually, I don't know exactly what it is, and I can't explain it, but the Mystery Gate needs that thing, so various families and sects will try their best to provide it in exchange for cultivation techniques."
Luck??????
This is a term used in cultivation techniques!!!
The term "luck" implies that everything is predetermined and arranged by fate.
The development of a sect depends entirely on the blessing of good fortune!
Back on Heavenly Nether Star, Gu Chen stole the fortune of countless sects to expand the Heavenly Pivot Sect. Even his master's sect suffered annihilation and was plundered precisely because of its exceptionally abundant fortune!
And the Mystery Gate is actually using this kind of thing too???!!!
If this were a cultivation world, it wouldn't be so bad, but this is Earth, a world in the decline of the Dharma! Martial arts dominate, and even someone as powerful as Wang Gui, who is ranked number one on the Dragon Ranking, has not yet reached the Qi Refining Stage above the Revolving Illumination Realm!
Gu Chen's heart stirred; his intuition told him that the Mystery Gate was not as simple as he had imagined!
"I see..."
Thinking of this, Gu Chen leaned back in his chair and closed his eyes.
Seeing Gu Chen deep in thought, Ye Fei didn't dare to disturb him. After a few minutes, the old woman Zhang Yan spoke up, "Sect Master Gu, since our Water Cloud Sect has been completely open and honest, revealing all the secrets of our Sect Master Gu, please don't hold back any more information."
Upon hearing this, Gu Chen suddenly opened his eyes, his pupils like lightning bolts, shooting fiercely at Zhang Yan.
Zhang Yan was startled. Under the onslaught of Gu Chen's aura, she staggered back several steps before regaining her footing.
Cold sweat instantly soaked my entire body.
Before his breakthrough, Gu Chen was already beyond their ability to deal with. Now that he has broken through, his pressure is even more intense, and his aura is as dense as a swamp, causing her to sink deeper into fear. She also dares not meet Gu Chen's eyes.
"You dare to interfere in the affairs of my Heavenly Pivot Sect?"
The Divine Emperor's aura was as powerful as the heavens pressing down upon him!
Gu Chen's voice was unquestionable!
"I'm sorry!" Zhang Yan trembled slightly, lowered his head, and said, "It was my fault for being so talkative."
"Sect Master Gu, what should we do next?"
Seeing the situation was turning sour, Ye Fei quickly stepped in to smooth things over, a fawning smile on his face, and said, "Now that all the sects that should be here in Zhou City have arrived, they'll probably find out soon that you have the Shennong Grass."
"Not many people will know," Gu Chen said calmly. "Even if they do, it's only two forces. The Steel Tremor Sect can't possibly send many powerful experts, and Wuji Manor has already lost Ning Yufeng. They'll definitely think twice before coming after me."
"That's true," Ye Fei said cautiously, "But we still need to plan ahead, right?"
"You should have sent someone to gather information after you left the villa. Why don't you say so?" Gu Chen glanced at Ye Fei, a half-smile flashing across his face.
Ye Fei's body stiffened, and he forced a dry laugh, "Yes, but there's still no news."
He never expected Gu Chen to have even considered this. He even suspected that this seemingly young man must harbor a cunning and treacherous monster within him.
Just then, Ye Fei's phone rang. He glanced at Gu Chen, but still answered it in front of him.
Less than two minutes later, he hung up the phone, looked at Gu Chen with a strange expression, hesitated for a moment, and then said, "Sect Master Gu, the message has arrived."
"How?"
"The Wuji Manor, the Steel Tremor Sect, and even the Liu Family have all gone to the airport; it seems they're all leaving Zhou City."
When Ye Fei said these words, he himself was somewhat incredulous.
"Leave Zhou City?"
Gu Chen narrowed his eyes.
Not only was Ye Fei incredulous, but even he found it somewhat strange.