Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 1177: Chapter 612: Extremely Important Figure (2)

The Second Elder’s face was full of anger, a terrifying aura of murder bursting from within him.

”What did you say? Qingcheng... she’s dead?”

Murong Qingcheng was his most beloved granddaughter, with outstanding talent in cultivation throughout the Sacred Land, always the pride of the Second Elder, the treasure he cherished most in his heart.

Upon hearing that his granddaughter died tragically on the mysterious and unfathomable Holy Road, the Second Elder felt his world collapse.

”That’s right, Murong Qingcheng is dead.” Tianlan Holy Master nodded slightly, his face carrying a look of deep sorrow.

”Who was it? Who exactly did this vile deed?”

The Second Elder’s body trembled slightly from anger.

”I suspect it was Qinghe Holy Land’s Kunpeng Taoist.” The Second Elder said word by word through gritted teeth.

To have the capability to strike against Murong Qingcheng on the Holy Road, Kunpeng Taoist was the most likely candidate.

The open and hidden struggles between the Sacred Lands have never ceased, and Kunpeng Taoist has always been a tricky character.

However, Tianlan Holy Master shook his head, ”Kunpeng Taoist is also dead. According to the information we received, Murong Qingcheng... committed suicide.”

”Suicide? That’s impossible!”

The Second Elder shouted at the Tianlan Holy Master, ”Qingcheng is naturally optimistic, with high cultivating talent and a bright future ahead. How could she possibly commit suicide? Someone must have forced her, absolutely someone must!”

In the Second Elder’s heart, his granddaughter’s image was always strong and full of vitality; he could not accept the suicide claim in any way.

Gongsun Yue stepped out from the crowd, slightly bowing to greet the Second Elder before speaking: ”Second Elder, please hear me out.

Murong Qingcheng conspired with disciples from Qinghe Holy Land and Refining Dragon Holy Land while on the Holy Road, committing an act of betrayal against our Tianlan Sacred Land.

Later, she was defeated by Gu Sheng, and Kunpeng Taoist was also killed by Gu Sheng. Feeling the weight of her sins, she chose suicide.”

”You’re lying!”

The Second Elder pointed his cane at Gongsun Yue, shouting loudly, ”Why are you slandering Qingcheng in this way? How could she betray the Sacred Land?”

Gongsun Yue did not fear the Second Elder’s anger and looked him straight in the eye, stating: ”Second Elder, every word I say is true. Murong Qingcheng’s actions were witnessed by many on the Holy Road. Her betrayal of the Sacred Land is beyond pardon.”

”Enough, Gongsun Yue.”

Tianlan Holy Mother spoke to stop Gongsun Yue. She walked to the Second Elder and said helplessly: ”Second Elder, Murong Qingcheng indeed betrayed our Tianlan Sacred Land on the Holy Road, we have verified this extensively.

As for her cause of death, it is said she committed suicide, but if you wish to investigate further, we will not prevent you.”

The Second Elder was unwilling to believe, trembling with rage, striking the ground forcefully with his cane, shouting, ”This is impossible, there must be a hidden truth here. You’re all deceiving me, someone must have harmed Qingcheng!”

Then he turned to Gu Sheng, pointing his cane at him, demanding: ”Speak, what really happened? Did you do something to Qingcheng?”

Gu Sheng replied calmly, ”Second Elder, anyone returning from the Holy Road can confirm Murong Qingcheng’s actions. She conspired with outsiders and betrayed the Sacred Land, it is an undeniable fact.”

Upon hearing this, the Second Elder felt a fury surge within him. ”Gu Sheng! Even if Qingcheng did make a mistake, it is not up to you to deal with her.”

Saying this, the Second Elder suddenly released a powerful pressure, sweeping towards Gu Sheng, attempting to force him to reveal the truth he sought.

Just as that pressure was about to touch Gu Sheng, Tianlan Holy Mother also emitted a strong aura. This aura, like a fierce wind, dispersed the Second Elder’s pressure.

Tianlan Holy Mother firmly stated: ”Second Elder, Murong Qingcheng’s betrayal of the Sacred Land is unforgivable. Considering your years of dedication to the Sacred Land, we did not investigate further. Do not press your advantage further.

If you do not believe, you can freely investigate the cause of Murong Qingcheng’s death and the authenticity of her betrayal, neither I nor the Holy Master will protect anyone.”

The Second Elder was surprised by Tianlan Holy Mother’s firm attitude. He originally thought, given his status within the Sacred Land, the Holy Master and Holy Mother might side with him to some extent, but did not expect the Holy Mother to stand with Gu Sheng.

He dared not lash out rashly, only glancing fiercely at Gu Sheng before turning his gaze to Luo Jun and others.

”What about you? Do you all say the same?”

The Second Elder’s voice carried a threatening tone, his gaze sweeping over Luo Jun and others one by one.

Under this powerful pressure, Luo Jun and others were fearful, but nevertheless, they nodded in agreement.

”Well, very well!”

The Second Elder laughed angrily, certain there must be hidden truths, and someone must be manipulating things secretly, making everyone speak this way.

The Seventh Elder saw that the situation was bad, hurriedly stepping forward to try to smooth things over. He coughed lightly and said: ”Well... let’s not get too emotional. I do recall something, Wang Feng... how did he die again?”

When the Seventh Elder spoke, everyone’s faces became complex, even Tianlan Holy Master’s expression turned somewhat awkward.

Gongsun Yue stepped forward again. She collected her thoughts and said: ”Wang Feng... was seized by a mysterious old monster.

Afterward, he entered the Death Valley, where he defeated the Mysterious Taoist guarding the Guardian of the Holy Road’s legacy.

But he was counter-killed by Gu Sheng. In strict terms, Wang Feng did not die at Gu Sheng’s hands, but was killed by that old monster.”

Everyone was shocked upon hearing Gongsun Yue’s words. Wang Feng being seized by an old monster, entering the Death Valley, and even defeating the Mysterious Taoist. Each piece of news was more shocking than the last, leaving everyone struggling to process it.

Having heard the cause of Wang Feng’s death, the Seventh Elder fell into deep silence.

”How... how could things be so complicated.”

The Second Elder murmured softly, pacing back and forth in the hall. ”Although Wang Feng was killed by Gu Sheng, upon thinking carefully, compared to Murong Qingcheng’s heart-wrenching betrayal, Wang Feng’s death cannot fully be blamed on Gu Sheng.”

”Wang Feng was seized, and while attempting to deal with Gu Sheng, he was counter-killed.”

The Seventh Elder slapped the table, causing the teacups to dance around a few times, ”No, there’s something fishy here.

Not only do I now question the causes of Wang Feng and Murong Qingcheng’s deaths, but also Gu Sheng’s defeat of Kunpeng Taoist, I feel this needs careful consideration, cannot be easily trusted.”

At this time, Gongsun Yue, who had been quietly standing aside, spoke softly. ”Elders, Gu Sheng obtained the Guardian of the Holy Road Master’s legacy.”

The Seventh Elder instinctively placed his hands on the table, urgently asking: ”Miss Gongsun, is this true? Please make sure you haven’t miscommunicated the news.”

Gongsun Yue earnestly replied: ”Elders, this news is indeed true, I also heard it by chance from a reliable source.”

Right then, Tianlan Holy Master announced: ”Ladies and gentlemen, Gu Sheng obtained the Guardian of the Holy Road Master’s legacy during his journey on the Holy Road. From now on, he will be a key disciple nurtured by our Tianlan Sacred Land.

From this moment, all grievances between individuals and Gu Sheng are to be wiped clean, never to be dredged up again.”

The Second Elder’s mouth twitched a few times, wanting to say something, but ultimately only opened his mouth before closing it helplessly.

The Seventh Elder was evidently dissatisfied. But he had to unwillingly nod in agreement.

Tianlan Holy Master seemed to have anticipated their reactions.

He solemnly stated: ”Today, I would like to introduce to everyone a particularly important figure—Tianxuan Divine Girl.”

”What you might not know is that during his journey on the Holy Road, Gu Sheng not only single-handedly killed the renowned Kunpeng Taoist but also clashed with disciples from the Six Great Holy Lands, including outstanding individuals like Saint Heirs and Holy Daughters.”

”When Gu Sheng found himself in dire straits, at a critical moment, Tianxuan Divine Girl stepped forward, with her extraordinary prowess, she astonished and drove back the Six Great Saint Masters, ensuring the safe return of Gu Sheng and our Tianlan Sacred Land’s disciples.”