Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 1185: Chapter 616: You Care a Lot About This Matter (Part 2)

Gu Sheng respectfully bowed to Daoist Xiushan and said, ”Thank you, Master, for your guidance!”

Daoist Xiushan waved his hand and said, ”No need for formalities. I have a suggestion for you; you can go to the Divine Wind Thunder Mountain to temper your body. The environment there will greatly benefit your cultivation.”

Gongsun Yue couldn’t help but say, ”Divine Wind Thunder Mountain? That’s a top-level cultivation treasure land of Tianlan Sacred Land, usually only accessible to elders and the Holy Master!”

Daoist Xiushan glanced at Gongsun Yue, nodded, and said, ”Precisely because it’s beneficial for Gu Sheng’s cultivation. Rest assured, I will apply for a spot from the Tianlan Saint Master.”

Gu Sheng and Gongsun Yue bowed once again to Daoist Xiushan and turned to leave the Book Collection Pavilion.

Once outside, Gongsun Yue led Gu Sheng towards the Water Spirit Pavilion.

Along the way, Gongsun Yue said to Gu Sheng, ”The Holy Mother wants to see you, we must hurry.”

As they walked, they saw the figure of the Tianlan Saint Master emerging from the direction of the Water Spirit Pavilion, heading towards the Heavenly Hall.

Gongsun Yue stopped and said, ”This Saint Master, his attitude is so fickle, it’s truly puzzling. Perhaps the Holy Mother has gone to reason with him.”

Gu Sheng glanced in the direction of the departing Saint Master, shook his head, and said, ”Let’s not worry about the Saint Master’s matters, and head to the Water Spirit Pavilion first.”

Soon, they arrived at the Water Spirit Pavilion.

Inside the Water Spirit Pavilion, the decor was elegant, with various exotic flowers and plants arranged around, emitting a faint fragrance. The Holy Mother was standing inside, smiling as she saw Gu Sheng and Gongsun Yue enter.

Upon seeing the Holy Mother, Gongsun Yue eagerly stepped forward and asked, ”Holy Mother, what did the Saint Master say just now?”

The Holy Mother glanced at Gongsun Yue, smiled, and said, ”The Saint Master indeed came to discuss Gu Sheng’s matters, explaining the reason for his change in attitude.”

Gongsun Yue immediately became excited and hurriedly asked, ”What reason? Tell us quickly.”

The Holy Mother looked at Gongsun Yue’s eager expression, smiled helplessly, and said, ”You child, you are so anxious.”

Beside them, Gu Sheng slightly inclined his ear, equally puzzled by the Saint Master’s unpredictable thoughts.

If the Saint Master truly harbored discontent towards him, with his skills, escaping the Sacred Land with his sister and master’s wife wouldn’t be difficult. However, given the perilous path ahead, he couldn’t bear to let them face danger with him. Unless absolutely necessary, he wouldn’t take that step.

The Tianlan Saint Mother began, ”The Saint Master was initially misled by the slander of the Second Elder and the Seventh Elder, casting doubts on Gu Sheng’s performance on the Holy Road, hence quietly allowing the Second Elder’s disciple to challenge Gu Sheng in the Book Collection Pavilion.

If Gu Sheng cannot demonstrate formidable strength, the Saint Master will not offend other Sacred Lands and the lofty Supreme Immortal Sect for his sake.”

Gongsun Yue’s eyes sparkled as she inquired, ”Did Father’s approval recognize Gu Sheng’s performance?”

The Tianlan Saint Mother’s face showed relief: ”Indeed, Gu Sheng’s performance far exceeded the Saint Master’s expectations. The Saint Master has now decided to fully support him, treating him as the Young Master for cultivation.”

Yet, the Tianlan Saint Mother’s expression turned complex as she continued, ”But the position of Young Master won’t belong to Gu Sheng; it is set for someone else.”

Gongsun Yue’s face was filled with confusion as she asked, ”If planning to cultivate Gu Sheng as the Young Master, why isn’t the position his?”

The Tianlan Saint Mother patiently explained, ”The Saint Master believes the position of Young Master should be given to the fiancé of the Tianxuan Divine Girl. Only this arrangement can demonstrate Tianlan Sacred Land’s commitment to this marriage.

Furthermore, linking with the Tianxuan Divine Girl, other Sacred Lands and the Supreme Immortal Sect would hesitate to act rashly against Gu Sheng and Tianlan Sacred Land.”

Gongsun Yue nodded gently, agreeing that the arrangement had its merit.

Curiosity sparked in Gongsun Yue’s eyes, and she eagerly asked, ”Holy Mother, who exactly is this fiancé of the Tianxuan Divine Girl?”

The Tianlan Saint Mother did not address her but turned to Gu Sheng, with an assessing gaze, and asked, ”Gu Sheng, do you have any objections to this?”

Gu Sheng remained calm and bowed, ”I have no objections. The Saint Master saw my value and made such a decision after weighing the pros and cons, which is reasonable.”

The Tianlan Saint Mother was slightly taken aback, showing surprise, seemingly not expecting Gu Sheng to be so understanding.

Gu Sheng humbly smiled and said, ”I’ve only come to understand these principles after enduring many setbacks.”

The Tianlan Saint Mother’s expression grew more solemn as she lightly coughed, ”Back to the main topic. During your two’s training on the Holy Road, the Xinghong Spirit Domain has been turbulent.

The Seven Great Sacred Lands have faced consecutive calamities, with many disciples falling severely ill and even perishing, and various natural disasters occurring frequently.

Our Tianlan Sacred Land has similarly suffered significant losses; the Hidden Dragon Mountain Range inexplicably exploded, destroying several Dragon Veins. Gu Sheng, do you believe all this is due to the Heavenly Dao Curse?”

Gu Sheng responded, ”Holy Mother, do you believe in it? I said before, the Heavenly Dao Marriage Certificate is not something that can be casually torn, and those who breach it will pay a painful price. It’s a pity no one believed me then.”

The Tianlan Saint Mother’s expression was heavy, nodding, ”I believe it. The Saint Master has some belief too, which is why he entrusted me to ask if you have a way to resolve it.”

Gu Sheng slightly lowered his head, his voice deep, ”In fact, once the Heavenly Dao Curse appears, it becomes irreversible.”

The faces of the Tianlan Saint Mother and Gongsun Yue turned pale.

Gongsun Yue hurriedly stepped forward, anxious, ”Gu Sheng, think carefully, is there truly no other way?”

Gu Sheng raised his head, his gaze steady, explaining, ”Previously, all I did was slightly alleviate the effects of the Heavenly Dao Curse, but I cannot completely resolve it.

To my knowledge, in the Seven Great Sacred Lands, whenever a Holy Daughter passes, the momentum of the Heavenly Dao Curse slows, but the crisis remains.”

The Tianlan Saint Mother urgently asked, ”Gu Sheng, then what is the way to resolve the Heavenly Dao Curse?”

Gongsun Yue echoed, ”Yes, Gu Sheng, quickly tell us.”

Gu Sheng said, ”To resolve the Heavenly Dao Curse, one must re-sign the Heavenly Dao Marriage Certificate.”

”Heavenly Dao Marriage Certificate? What is this?” Gongsun Yue asked, puzzled.

Gu Sheng patiently explained, ”The Heavenly Dao Marriage Certificate is a kind of contract reached with the Heavenly Dao. By signing it and making a wish, if achievable, the Heavenly Dao Curse might be resolved.”

The Tianlan Saint Mother and Gongsun Yue were initially stunned, then they suddenly understood.

Gongsun Yue then voiced her doubts, ”If this Heavenly Dao Marriage Certificate is so useful, why don’t you use it yourself?”

Gu Sheng’s eyes revealed sadness as he said, ”Signing this certificate is not a simple matter. Once signed, it cannot be reactivated for a hundred years, and it might consume essence, cultivation, or even life itself.

My master, for example, exhausted his lifespan while trying to achieve a wish that was too difficult, dying at the Elder Hall. But those Seven Great Sacred Lands, not only were they ungrateful, but they also annulled the marriage and tore apart the certificate, a truly thankless deed.”

Gongsun Yue felt somewhat moved but was still curious, ”Then signing the certificate, there must be some benefits, right?”

Gu Sheng fell into recollection and said, ”My master once told me that fulfilling the certificate would enhance one’s cultivation and bring other benefits. However, the specific benefits, he did not elaborate.”

The Tianlan Saint Mother then asked, ”Gu Sheng, what requirements do you have for re-signing the certificate?”

Gu Sheng pondered for a moment, ”I only ask that you treat my sister and master’s wife kindly.”

The Tianlan Saint Mother replied, ”Alright, I promise you.”

Gongsun Yue also nodded in agreement, ”I will certainly take good care of them.”

Upon receiving the promises, Gu Sheng said, ”In that case, thank you both.” He then turned and left the Water Spirit Pavilion.

Watching Gu Sheng’s departing figure, Gongsun Yue couldn’t help but say, ”I wonder who will sign this certificate with him.”

The Tianlan Saint Mother looked at Gongsun Yue with a faint smile and asked, ”Why, are you very concerned about this matter?”