Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 1071: Chapter 559: Strike While It’s Weak (Part 2)

Gu Sheng turned around and shielded Hong Mei behind him, taking out the Fire Spirit Dagger in the process.

"Bai Yu, you come with me. Lan Yao, you protect the Mirror Gate people."

Upon hearing this, Hong Mei hastily said, "Gu Sheng, we’re not as weak as you think. I can fight alongside you."

"With us here, you won’t be needed for the time being. Stay here, protect yourselves well. Bai Yu, let’s go."

As Gu Sheng finished speaking, Bai Yu quickly went forward to walk alongside him.

The two quickly traversed through the dense forest, following a trail of aura to locate the hidden demon beast.

The demon beast had the appearance of a deer with two extremely sharp horns on its head, each half a meter long, indicating it was no ordinary creature.

Seeing the demon beast’s glowing green eyes, Gu Sheng coldly curled his lips.

"So you’re the one who lured us here? If you’re looking to die, just say it!"

With those words, Gu Sheng lunged forward, swinging the Fire Spirit Dagger straight at the demon beast.

A flash of red light passed by, yet the demon beast agilely dodged it.

Gu Sheng’s spiritual energy struck the ground, forcefully creating a crater in the muddy terrain.

Retracting the Fire Spirit Dagger, Gu Sheng squinted slightly at the demon beast once more.

"No wonder you dared to lure us here; you’ve got some tricks. But you picked the wrong people; today you’re going to die!"

Releasing his aura, Gu Sheng charged forward again, twisting his wrist as the Fire Spirit Dagger swiftly traced a circle in the air, releasing spiritual energy that filled the entire space.

The demon beast was enveloped within, letting out a series of howls immediately.

Its four hooves clawed at the ground, its head lowered with its sharp horns aimed directly at Gu Sheng’s vital point, swiftly charging forward!

Gu Sheng wasn’t intimidated, engaging the beast head-on.

The divine powers of the man and beast clashed fiercely, instantly producing a loud bang.

The entire space shook briefly, Gu Sheng stepped back two steps, quickly regained his footing, and charged at the demon beast again.

He twirled the Fire Spirit Dagger in his hand once more, aiming fiercely at the demon beast’s neck!

Perceiving his intent, the demon beast swiftly retreated, preparing to flee.

Noticing its movement, Gu Sheng shifted his steps abruptly to the right and fiercely thrust the dagger forward!

In an instant, blood spattered everywhere, Gu Sheng felt a stench assaulting him, promptly blocking it with his divine power.

"Bai Yu, come help!"

Hearing his call, Bai Yu, who had been hesitant to act, hurriedly moved forward.

The two positioned themselves on the left and right, with Gu Sheng still holding the blood-dripping Fire Spirit Dagger.

The demon beast stood several steps away from them, its aura strongly surging. It glared viciously at Gu Sheng, as if to claim his life.

Gu Sheng matched its gaze with series of cold smiles curling up his lips.

Stepping forward swiftly, he again thrust the Fire Spirit Dagger out, and as he kept raising his hand, flames flew from his palm.

While Gu Sheng attracted most of the demon beast’s attention, Bai Yu began moving stealthily.

He emerged from the right, wielding his long blade to strike at the demon beast.

Noticing Bai Yu, the demon beast launched a counterattack.

Bai Yu became entangled with the beast, dodging several times, yet relentlessly keeping up his attack.

Seeing Bai Yu had distracted the demon beast, Gu Sheng, with ghost-like agility, seized the opportunity when the creature aimed for Bai Yu’s life to fiercely thrust the dagger, striking directly at its dantian!

In an instant, the aura from the demon beast began to dissipate.

Adhering to the principle of catching it when sick, Gu Sheng ruthlessly stabbed with the dagger repeatedly until the demon beast feebly collapsed, devoid of any spiritual energy, he finally ceased action.

Bai Yu walked forward, panting, asking, "Gu Sheng, is there anything useful on this demon beast?"

"The horns, cut them off to make daggers."

Understanding what he meant, Bai Yu promptly cut the demon beast’s horns off.

Gu Sheng stored them into his storage ring, and the two then headed back.

Along the way, Gu Sheng kept scouting to ensure no other demon beasts were around, then quickened his pace.

Meanwhile, Hong Mei and the others were anxiously waiting; upon seeing silhouettes in the distance, they immediately became alert.

Sensing the change in their aura, Gu Sheng hastily released his divine power.

Shi Lou was the first to sense it, quickly shouting, "Everyone, stay calm; it’s Gu Sheng and Bai Yu returning!"

Upon his words, everyone promptly withdrew their aura and hurried forward to greet them.

"Brother Sheng, are you alright?"

"Gu Sheng, are you hurt?"

Looking at their anxious expressions, Gu Sheng smiled and shook his head.

"Don’t worry, we’re fine."

Upon hearing this, Er Gou and Huang Shan circled them a few times, confirming they were unharmed, and let out a sigh of relief.

"Brother Sheng, you scared us to death; why make such a commotion for just killing a demon beast?"

"This demon beast had some strength; Bai Yu and I cooperated to take it down. Let’s move quickly to avoid attracting other demon beasts."

Understanding him, everyone nodded successively, following his lead once again.

Gu Sheng led everyone forward, along the route Professor had directed, sure enough, after two hours’ walk, they finally saw the sky outside.

By then it was already dark, and only then did everyone realize they had been trapped inside for two whole days!

"Finally out."

Lan Yao spoke, and the others sighed in relief, "Yeah, finally out."

Noticing everyone’s weary appearances, Gu Sheng pointed to a nearby giant tree.

"No more traveling tonight, we’ll camp here overnight and recover our strength."

Upon hearing this, everyone was elated and quickly went over to rest.

As snores resounded, Hong Mei approached Gu Sheng.

"Gu Sheng, are demon beasts hard to deal with?"

Upon these words, Gu Sheng raised his eyebrows.

"You’ve never killed a demon beast?"

"I have, but never encountered a formidable one. Can you tell me about the demon beast today?"

Thinking a moment, Gu Sheng lay down, placed his hands behind his head, and started recounting today’s events.

Hong Mei listened attentively, then lay down beside him, too.

Gu Sheng was a bit surprised, turning to glance at her.

Hong Mei imitated his posture, hands behind her head, gazing at the stars while listening intently, her eyelashes and high nose evident from his perspective, making him involuntarily curl his lips.

"Want to kill a powerful demon beast yourself?"

Gu Sheng spoke, prompting Hong Mei to lean on her elbows, staring at him and nodding earnestly.

"Yes, can you take me along next time?"

"Of course, but don’t overexert yourself. I promised Wushuang Taoist to protect you."

"Don’t worry, I won’t; it’s a deal then."

Seeing Hong Mei’s extended finger, Gu Sheng smiled and linked it with his.

When their fingers hooked, Gu Sheng’s smile grew a little wider.

He now realized girls’ hands could be so small.

"Rest early, tomorrow we have to travel again."

Hong Mei nodded, didn’t change her spot, and rested right beside him.

Gu Sheng summoned a small tripod to shield everyone overhead and finally closed his eyes.

As dawn broke, Shi Lou and others returned with plenty of wild game.

"Brother Sheng, look, we hunted these!"

Seeing what he held, Gu Sheng pinched the bridge of his nose.

"Next time, don’t wander around alone. What if you encounter a demon beast?"

"Don’t worry, Brother Sheng, we didn’t venture far, hunted in the surroundings. If anything happened, you’d know. Come, eat."

Gu Sheng couldn’t really stop them, only nodded.

For the following days, they continued traveling off and on, until a week later, they finally arrived at the foot of East Mountain.

Just arriving at the mountain’s foot, Gu Sheng sensed an unusual aura.

With everyone advancing, he extended his hand solemnly to stop them.

"Don’t act rashly; Fan Sect people might be here."