Chapter 265: Shocking the Northern Domain, That's the Blessing of the Holy Land!

In less than half a day, the four great sacred lands of Central State had already discussed and reached their decisions.

And the news was relayed back to the four Sage Realm Elders in the Northern Domain's Qingzhou.

Sword Sect's Elder Jian Chen, upon reading the letter from the Sect, couldn't help but click his tongue in amazement.

Seeing the curious gaze of the Old Blind Man, he didn't conceal anything.

With a rueful expression, he said, "Daoist Fellow Xue truly has a sharp eye. This time, he will likely rise in status upon returning to the Sect. Once he breaks through to the Sage Realm, becoming a Sword Sect Elder will be nothing remarkable."

"Sect Master's edict states that if Little Friend Gu is willing to join the Sword Sect, he can directly enjoy the same treatment as the First Saint Son Peak!"

"Furthermore, he can choose any one Magic Treasure from the Sword Sect Treasure Vault!"

"Any other conditions and requests he has will all be fully satisfied!"

"In addition to this..."

"He will also have the opportunity to study under a Supreme Elder. Of course… if he does not wish to take a master, the Supreme Elder will still provide him with some guidance. But surely, no one would refuse to have a Land Immortal Realm mentor as a backer."

"You must understand what this means!"

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Sage Jian Chen was moved even while speaking of the Sect Master's promises!

Any one of these was beyond what he dared to imagine!

The treatment of the First Saint Son Peak was far superior to that of an Elder like himself!

Choose any one from the treasure vault... That was tantamount to freely selecting a Heavenly Grade Supreme Treasure!

Of course, what Sage Jian Chen envied the most was receiving guidance from a Supreme Elder!

All those Holy Land Supreme Elders were invincible Great Powers at the Land Immortal Realm!

In this world, calling them 'invincible' posed no problem at all!

Being taken in as their disciple, even the risk of perishing midway through one's journey was greatly reduced!

After all, not everyone had the audacity to lay hands on the disciples of those old Land Immortal Realm monsters.

"Hiss..."

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Upon hearing this, the Old Blind Man couldn't help but draw a sharp breath.

He himself had intended to seek some additional benefits to prevent the Young Master from being taken advantage of due to his inexperience.

But now, it seemed he was needlessly worried!

The Young Master had merely shown his talent and already needed no one to fight for benefits on his behalf—the sacred land would pull out all the stops to recruit him!

Compared to what he originally thought he should ask for,

the conditions now proposed by the Sword Sect were insignificant!

Unnoticed, he hadn't even reacted to Elder Jian Chen addressing him as Tributor Xue before.

But now...

He had already switched to calling him Daoist Fellow Xue!

Of course, it was not because of anything he himself had done, but all because of the otherworldly talents the Young Master had shown!

"Daoist Fellow Xue, if there is any dispute tomorrow, you must not forget your status!"

"If this is accomplished, you will be the chief merit-holder; the Sword Sect will not treat you poorly!"

"Sage Realm is within reach!"

"The position of an Elder is ready at hand!"

Sage Jian Chen stared seriously at his murky eyes, earnestly saying.

"The Young Master... I will do my best."

The Old Blind Man had intended to say the Young Master had his own ideas but seeing his earnestness, he changed his words.

"That is good," nodded Jian Chen.

That night, he settled down in that courtyard.

He got along famously with the Old Blind Man and even began to imagine the glorious scene of Young Master Gu shining brightly in the Sword Sect, with both of them rising through the ranks.

The Old Blind Man even felt a bit giddy listening to it.

But he believed that what Jian Chen spoke of would ultimately come to pass, as the Young Master had always proven even more rebellious than imagined; perhaps Jian Chen's fantasy wouldn't even be enough to match the Young Master's real achievements!

...

Apart from Jian Chen, the other three Central State Sages who came to the Gu Family had also received replies from their respective sects as soon as possible.

They each had a clear objective.

They were only waiting for the next day to visit Young Master Gu again!

Though each held a not insignificant status in Central State, today in the Northern Domain, they could only act respectfully, even if it meant waiting for a junior...

And yet, they dared not show the slightest displeasure.

If any mishap occurred due to their actions, pushing the other party into another sacred land's arms,

the punishment they faced upon returning would be unbearable!

But before the next day had even arrived, the four great sacred lands' personal visits to the Gu Family's Young Master in Qingzhou had already shocked all the powers in the Northern Domain!

The commotion in the main city of the Gu Family today spread incredibly fast, and the Gu Family had no need to conceal it—after all, it was good news!

Especially for the Heavenly Cold Sect and the Northern Domain Royal Family, who were the first to receive the jaw-dropping news!

[Heavenly Cold Sect]

When the news reached the Sect, everyone was dumbfounded.

"All four Central State sacred lands have sent Elders to Qingzhou to see Young Master Gu?"

Wan Shan Taoist listened to the Elder's report and even doubted the authenticity of the news for a moment.

These were the four great sacred lands of Central State!

The Northern Domain Royal Family had been scheming to get in their good graces, but to no avail thus far.

The Heavenly Cold Sect, not being a family-based power, had never even been close to the four great sacred lands.

But now they had all sent people to Qingzhou to see Young Master Gu of the Gu Family?

Even though he had just married the Legitimate Daughter of the Eastern Family in the Central State, that hardly seemed sufficient to merit such attention!

"The old man has already verified the news; it's absolutely certain!"

The Sixth Elder nodded with a serious expression.

"How strange..."

"For what reason?"

"Why would Young Master Gu attract the attention of all four great sacred lands for a meeting?"

"Judging by his natural aptitude, he's nothing more than an Acquired Spirit Body, which shouldn't warrant such attention."

Wan Shan Taoist furrowed his brow, unable to understand the reason.

But this also made him inexplicably anxious.

Even the Royal Family of the Northern Domain had not yet succeeded in affiliating with a Sacred Land of Central State, but perhaps the Gu Family might.

If the Gu Family were to gain the support of one of the Sacred Lands, the Northern Domain would likely undergo drastic changes!

“If there’s any more news, report it immediately.”

Wan Shan Taoist pondered for a moment but could not figure out the reason, so he planned to ask his disciple, Liu Qingqing, about it, as they were a Daoist Couple and she might know something.

If there were any major incidents, his Heavenly Cold Sect could also prepare in advance.

If the Gu Family were to receive the support of a Sacred Land from Central State, his Heavenly Cold Sect might still have some connection through the Saintess and Young Master Gu of their family; they might even get a share of the benefits!

But when he went to find Liu Qingqing’s cave dwelling, he discovered that she was still in closed-door cultivation, so he had to give up for the time being.

Inside the cave, Liu Qingqing looked at the Communication Jade Token, shocked for a moment, then smiled indifferently.

The Sixth Elder had also relayed the message to her.

However, she didn’t plan to leave her cultivation to explain too much to the Sect.

“It seems that my husband will soon be heading to the Holy Land of Central State.”

“Unfortunately…”

“My realm still can’t keep up with my husband’s.”

For a moment, she felt happy for her husband yet also somewhat worried.

Although she couldn’t always be by her husband’s side, both of them were still in the Northern Domain.

But once her husband went to Central State, it would be difficult for her to see him.

Thinking this, Liu Qingqing immediately put down the Communication Jade Token and resumed her intense cultivation.

Internal consumption wasn’t as good as diligent cultivation, to swiftly become a support to her husband, always standing by his side!

Although she now had the Qualities of an Acquired Dao Body, she didn’t want to suddenly betray the Heavenly Cold Sect and rely on her talents to seek refuge in the Holy Land of Central State.

Moreover, since her husband hadn’t mentioned it, he likely had his arrangements and thoughts, so she didn’t need to worry.

“Senior Sister Liu truly has foresight…”

“Apparently, she had early on seen what set Young Master Gu apart from others!”

“Indeed, no wonder she insisted on marrying Young Master Gu, despite opposition from the sect.”

“Now, it seems Senior Sister Liu is the most clear-headed one.”

“To have all four Great Sacred Lands of Central State personally paying a visit, hasn’t anyone from the Northern Domain received such treatment, right?”

“Isn’t that so… I heard that if one could cultivate in the Sacred Land of Central State, a single day’s cultivation could equal to a hundred days of ours. Young Master Gu, who already advances rapidly, if he goes to Central State, won’t he transform into a dragon in one leap?”

Nearly all disciples of the Heavenly Cold Sect were constantly discussing the gathering of the Four Great Sacred Lands of Central State.

Hearing their discussion, Zhu Qin slightly shook her head and sighed.

She could only envy Junior Sister Liu’s fortune, but initially, she probably didn’t expect this day.

Truly, fate mocks us!

…

[Northern Territory Imperial City]

After reading the message on the Communication Jade Token, the usually calm Emperor of the Northern Domain couldn’t help but crush the token into dust!

Prince Wang Xing knelt at his feet, his forehead streaming with cold sweat, daring not to make the slightest sound.

Besides him, there was also an Eighth-grade Heavenly Gate Realm, dressed in tight-fitting black armor, his expression unseen, but he was slightly trembling. This person was the General of the Shadow Guards responsible for the Royal Family.

“All four Sacred Lands gathered in Qingzhou… what does the Gu Family intend to do?”

“Are they trying to turn the world upside down?”

“Gu Changge… what did this lad do to bring all four Sacred Lands to visit him!?”

“Why don’t I know any news, don’t know any reason at all.”

The Emperor of the Northern Domain spoke coldly, his gaze even colder as he looked toward the General of the Eighth-grade Heavenly Gate Shadow Guards.

“Subordinate… has already dispatched people to investigate again, and I believe the reasons will soon be clarified.”

Feeling the cold gaze piercing him, the general buried his head even lower, touching the jade floor.

“Investigate?”

“All four Sacred Lands have gathered already, what’s the use of finding out now!”

Hearing this, the Emperor of the Northern Domain couldn’t resist and kicked the general, making him fly backward and break several white jade pillars in the palace before embedding into the palace wall!

The general coughed out blood but could only scramble back and kneel again, “This subject has sinned…”

“Coming back for what?”

“Get lost, go investigate!”

Seeing him return, the Emperor of the Northern Domain’s anger did not subside.

“Yes!”

Hearing this, the general finally breathed a sigh of relief and hurried away.

For a moment, the atmosphere within the great hall turned silent and cold.

Prince Wang Xing dared not utter a word from the beginning till the end.

“Mute?”

“You are the Crown Prince, can’t even speak your mind?”

“If you’re so cowardly, you might as well take off that princely python robe, and let your younger brother completely take over your position!”

As his oldest son remained silent, his displeasure grew.

“Father…”

“This son believes, this matter could very likely be related to the Dongfang Family.”

“Perhaps… it’s because of the Legitimate Daughter of the Dongfangs, intentionally rallying support for him.”

Wang Xing no longer held back, eagerly voicing his opinion while bowing.

“That’s the most likely possibility.”

“But even so, it’s disadvantageous for our Imperial Family.”

The Emperor of the Northern Domain’s furrowed brows finally relaxed a bit.

If the Dongfangs were making moves for Young Master Gu of the Gu Family, although this would affect some Northern Domain forces’ perception of the Gu Family, it wasn’t too significant.

But…

Did the Dongfangs really have the power?

To have four major Sacred Lands all show respect?

Clearly, this possibility wasn’t high.

Even if the Dongfangs could achieve this, what would be the cost?

Is it worth it?

“This son is ignorant, cannot think of other possibilities.”

“It can’t be that the lad is being sought after by all four Sacred Lands to be taken as a disciple, can it?”

Wang Xing saw that the Emperor’s emotions had somewhat eased before he dared to continue.

“I have already contacted the Elder from the Immortal Ascension Sect.”

“As for specifics, we’ll have to wait for a reply to know.”

The Emperor of the Northern Domain shook his head slightly, now also unable to grasp what exactly the situation was that had caused such a massive stir.

“Even if he truly joins the Holy Land as a Holy Land Disciple.”

“Hasn’t your son already secured a Direct Disciple position with the Immortal Ascension Sect?”

“Why fear the Gu Family!”

Hearing that the Emperor mentioned the Sage Realm Elder from the Immortal Ascension Sect, Wang Xing seemed to suddenly gain some confidence.

“Fool!”

“How did you obtain that Direct Disciple position?”

“How many sacrifices did I make, how many promises did I have to give to secure it!”

“If you could get the Four Great Sacred Lands to come to your doorstep to take you in, I would hand you the throne today, what about that?”

At this, the Northern Domain Emperor got agitated again.

He couldn’t help but pick up the Seal from the table and throw it.

If the Four Great Sacred Lands were truly coming to take the Gu Family’s child as a Disciple, the disparity was enormous!

He had pleaded for so long, just to finally get a chance to send the Crown Prince to become a Direct Disciple!

But others had the Four Great Sacred Lands coming to their door, begging them to join.

The difference was evident!

And he still dared to bring up this matter of being a Direct Disciple!?

“Has there been any news from your little sister?”

“Such a big event, she wouldn’t hide it and not report, would she.”

Wang Xing suddenly remembered something and spoke up.

“I’m now doubting whether you’re even qualified to be the Crown Prince.”

“That girl is smarter than you. Now that the Gu Family boy has the Four Great Sacred Lands visiting, she hasn’t sent back any news, can you guess why?”

“Get out.”

“If there is any news, report it to me immediately.”

The more he looked at this Crown Prince, the more irritated he became, even starting to doubt whether he had chosen the right person; Wang Cheng,the second prince, seemed a better choice, at least smarter and more cautious than Wang Xing!

If he stayed here much longer, he feared he might not be able to resist changing the Crown Prince.

“Crown Prince, your leave…”

Wang Xing didn’t dare stay, hastily retreating to leave.

Not until he had left the grand hall, trembling, did he return to his Eastern Palace.

Only then did his expression change, exuding none of the previous panic.

Just casually curling his lips.

Pretending with the Emperor was truly tiring.

That Gu Family boy did surprise him by attracting all Four Great Sacred Lands.

But what did it have to do with him?

He was soon going to Central State’s Immortal Ascension Sect to become a Direct Disciple.

At that point, the Northern Domain would have nothing to do with him!

As for the Emperor’s plans, wanting him to forge connections with various forces in Central State to help him unify the Northern Domain?

Sorry, he really wasn’t interested.

Wang Xing had long seen through that, in the Emperor’s eyes, everyone was merely a tool, and he, the Crown Prince, was also a tool for achieving his ambitions.

Passing on the throne to him one day?

He doubted that would happen, and even if it did, who knows whether it would take a thousand or three thousand years!

Given this, why not take this opportunity to focus on his cultivation after entering the Immortal Ascension Sect and ditch the cumbersome matters of the Northern Domain?

Thinking this, he couldn’t help but reveal a relaxed smile.

The position of Crown Prince was no favor, but rather a shackle.

Once he headed to Central State, joined the Holy Land, who would care about these things!

With the Emperor far away, not even the Emperor would be able to control him anymore!

“The husband that little sister found seems remarkable.”

“Maybe he’ll eventually cause the Emperor a great loss.”

“When that time comes… as the Crown Prince, I must lend a hand.”

Thinking thus, he already began to enter the Seclusion Room to cultivate, without taking the Gu Family’s matters to heart.

In the Emperor’s eyes, they, his children, were all tools, yet amongst themselves, there was still some kinship.

In his view, the stronger his brother-in-law, the better it was for his little sister, and it wasn’t a bad thing at all.

Since he had no chance of becoming the Emperor of the Northern Domain, and he wasn’t even interested in waiting if there was,

Let whoever wants it have it!

However, before heading to the Central State Holy Land, he still had to play the part of the foolish Crown Prince in front of the Emperor, not too smart, nor too foolish, just foolish enough to be right!

…

Compared to these people’s worries and troubles.

There were those who were very happy upon hearing the news.

“Second Elder, you don’t seem surprised at all by the news?”

Within Gu Hall of Duanbei City, upon receiving the news, everyone was praising the Young Master as incomparable.

The last time the Young Master had visited Duanbei City, he had already made the Direct Lineage of Gu Family submit.

Now causing the Four Great Sacred Lands to gather at Gu Family, the Young Master was held in even higher esteem in their hearts.

However, when the news reached Gu Kuang’s ears, he just laughed, tilting his head back to down a few gulps of Ten Thousand Spirit Brew given by his beloved grandson, seemingly not surprised at all.

“What’s there to be surprised about.”

“If the Four Great Sacred Lands didn’t come, they would be blind.”

“If my great grandson chooses any of them, it would be their fortune!”

“Why be surprised?”

“It’s as it should be.”

Although Gu Kuang said this, the pride and arrogance on his face couldn’t be hidden.

Seeing this, the many Deacons could only feel envious.

Gu Kuang’s lineage had not only seen him break through the Ninth Grade Annihilation Realm, but the Young Master was also frighteningly brilliant.

Envious, but without the means to compete, who asked their own lineage’s younger generations to be so disappointing?

“By the way, how many Demon Beasts have been captured recently?” Gu Kuang suddenly changed the subject.

“Roughly a dozen from the Ruins Realm and only two from the Void Refinement Realm.”

“It’s easy to kill a Demon Beast, but to leave them alive… that’s relatively difficult.”

“Some of the Demon Beasts are even fiercely temperamental, fighting to death rather than being captured.”

The Deacon answered, hands clasped.

“Hmm…”

“Safety first, ensure there’s no danger, and try to leave as many alive as possible.”

Gu Kuang nodded slightly, not entirely satisfied with the outcome.

Ever since he came to Duanbei City, he had already started planning for his great grandson.

Trying to keep as many Demon Beasts alive as possible, to help his great grandson obtain Origin power and gather Elixirs.

“Understood.”

The Deacon bowed slightly, asking no further.

They only knew that the Young Master needed the live Demon Beasts for a reason, and if Gu Kuang didn’t mention it, they wouldn’t ask either.

Being able to help the Young Master was enough!