Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 364: Chapter 206: Wu Gui’s Ascension

Peng Yu and Peng Cheng are not only Peng Xiong’s father and grandfather but also crucial pillars of the Thousand Poison Sect. If anything were to happen to them, the Thousand Poison Sect would inevitably be eroded by other forces over time.

Though the Skyfire War General wielded formidable strength, Peng Xiong did not sense even a trace of murderous intent from him.

The circumstances were pressing, and despite Peng Xiong’s unwillingness to yield, he had no other choice in this situation.

”You win. It’s up to you now. But you must first stabilize my father and grandfather’s condition.”

”A small matter!”

The Skyfire War General drew out two green talismans, infused them with spiritual power, and flung them toward Peng Yu and Peng Cheng.

The talismans ignited without flame over their heads, releasing green smoke that lingered around them.

”If you want to live, absorb the smoke into your bodies.”

Peng Yu, whose mind was still somewhat clear, immediately began channeling his energy to absorb the smoke from the talismans upon hearing the Skyfire War General’s words.

Peng Cheng’s consciousness remained hazy, relying only on instinct to suppress the rampaging death energy within him. Seeing this, the Skyfire War General shook his head and said, ”What a hassle, looks like I’ll have to help you out.”

The Skyfire War General activated his Spirit Wheel, enveloping his palm entirely with spiritual power, and proceeded to strike Peng Cheng dozens of times.

With the Skyfire War General’s assistance, the smoke from the talismans was forcibly imbued into Peng Cheng’s body.

Nobody could tell what exactly the Skyfire War General had used, but after Peng Cheng and Peng Yu absorbed the smoke, the previously unruly death energy within them began to stabilize. Moreover, the death energy in their bodies weakened slightly—though the reduction was minimal, Peng Xiong noticed it immediately.

The more death energy one carried, the closer they were to true death. By diminishing the death energy, their survival time could be extended. Peng Xiong had exhausted vast amounts of wealth and effort seeking methods to suppress death energy, but his attempts had yielded little success, ultimately resigning himself to failure.

However, with just two talismans casually thrown out by the Skyfire War General, the results were astonishing. Peng Xiong sprang up from the ground in shock.

After meticulously verifying that the death energy in his father and grandfather had indeed diminished, Peng Xiong’s face lit up with joy as he looked at the Skyfire War General: ”Master, what was the item you used just now? Could I purchase some from you?”

Without realizing it, Peng Xiong had already begun addressing the Skyfire War General with reverent language.

The Skyfire War General chuckled and said, ”It’s nothing extraordinary. The two talismans merely temporarily suppressed and slightly mitigated the erosion of death energy. If you want to completely eradicate the death energy, that would require more effort.”

”You can completely eradicate the death energy?”

Peng Xiong stared at the Skyfire War General in disbelief, his eyes wide.

Under normal circumstances, Peng Cheng and Peng Yu should have already perished. Their current state was merely a result of using secret techniques to forcibly prolong their lives. Once the death energy fully overwhelmed them, even the secret techniques would no longer save them. However, conversely, if the death energy could be completely eradicated, they would effectively gain a new lease on life.

”Of course! Death energy is but a minor issue. Within my Fire Worship Cult, capable individuals are as abundant as cattle; handling such matters is child’s play.”

Upon hearing this, Peng Xiong immediately bowed deeply to the Skyfire War General with utmost respect, saying, ”Master! If you can help rid my father and grandfather of the death energy, we are willing to obey your command!”

The Skyfire War General let out a hearty laugh, clapping Peng Xiong on the shoulder: ”As long as you remain obedient, the benefits awaiting you are beyond your imagination!”

The Skyfire War General leaned in close to Peng Xiong with a mysterious smile: ”Our Cult has a significant operation in your Red Cloud Prefecture region this time. If this plan succeeds, I guarantee not only that both your father and grandfather’s death energy will be completely eradicated, but also that you will surpass your current limits and fully break through the Four Realms!”

Peng Xiong’s heart started pounding wildly upon hearing this, his face filled with alarm and doubt as he stared at the Skyfire War General: ”Are you serious?”

The Skyfire War General, aware of Peng Xiong’s suspicions, explained, ”Of course! Our Cult has countless masters. I may have already reached the ninth level of marrow refinement, with a five-inch Spirit Wheel, but my status within the Cult is not high at all. Above me are even stronger War Venerables and War Gods—supreme experts who have surpassed the Four Realms!”

The Skyfire War General also addressed Peng Xiong’s concerns about his own talent, continuing, ”The methods of our Cult are beyond your imagination. Personal talent need not be a worry. Take him, for example—could someone of his aptitude ever reach the ninth level of marrow refinement through sheer training?”

Peng Xiong was well aware of Wu Gui’s background. With Wu Gui’s innate aptitude, his peak would have been the eighth level of marrow refinement if he trained alone. Without top-tier elixirs capable of completely purging and refining his body, he could never have broken through to the ninth level.

Upon hearing the Skyfire War General’s words, Peng Xiong suddenly understood—this was all due to the Skyfire War General!

After realizing this, Peng Xiong immediately bowed again before the Skyfire War General, this time lowering himself even further: ”Lord Skyfire, I am willing to follow your command!”

The Skyfire War General nodded with satisfaction: ”Good. Then, follow my earlier instructions—you’ll continue as the hands-off shopkeeper, stepping in to stabilize situations and engage in battles when needed. The primary sect affairs will still be handled by Wu Gui.”

The Skyfire War General walked over to Wu Gui: ”I know you’re eager for revenge, but you must not act rashly! Without my permission, you are forbidden from launching an attack on the Holy Pill Sect!”

Upon hearing this, Wu Gui immediately replied with fear and earnestness, ”Master, I will strictly follow your orders and dare not act recklessly.”