Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 1568: Chapter 807: Seeing Through at a Glance

Xia Wuyou’s cries abruptly stopped, and he climbed up from the ground with astonishing speed.

He wiped his face haphazardly with his sleeve, instantly concealing all exaggerated emotions. Except for his slightly reddened eyes, his expression regained some respect and shrewdness. But beneath that respect was an irrepressible anticipation and nervousness.

"Yes, yes, yes, please forgive me, Honorable Envoy. It’s my fault for losing composure."

Xia Wuyou bowed and smiled apologetically, carefully inquiring.

"May I know what instructions you have for coming here, Honorable Envoy? This subordinate, Xia Wuyou, has been stationed here for ten full years and has a fair understanding of the conditions within hundreds of miles around. I will surely do my utmost to serve you!"

Gu Sheng withdrew the Token and said blandly.

"I am not the envoy of the Main Pavilion, just passing through here by chance. I am not here for you."

Upon hearing this, Xia Wuyou’s face instantly dimmed with disappointment, but his gaze towards Gu Sheng remained extremely respectful.

Holding the Pavilion Master Order, even if not an envoy, one is certainly a core and important figure of the Main Pavilion, a status far exceeding that of a banished Branch Manager like him.

"I see."

Xia Wuyou quickly replied.

"Even so, if the Honorable Envoy has any tasks, Xia Wuyou will carry them out at all costs! May I ask what you need? Although this shop is located in a remote place, we do have some rare collectibles..."

"I need detailed information about the depths of Wuya Ancient City, especially the surrounding areas of the Thousand Souls Hall and Soul Burial Valley, as detailed as possible."

Gu Sheng interrupted and directly stated his intent.

Upon hearing Gu Sheng wasn’t an envoy, Xia Wuyou’s hope dimmed significantly, yet his respect remained unchanged, bowing even lower.

"Yes, yes, I understand! Don’t worry, Sir, regarding the information surrounding the Thousand Souls Hall and Soul Burial Valley, our shop... I mean, this subordinate, indeed has it! It has been meticulously collected, verified over the years, a hundred times more refined than those common goods outside!"

He immediately turned around, barking sternly at a shop assistant who was still stunned by the recent development.

"What are you standing there for! Quickly head to the inner storeroom, get the Jade Scroll sealed with ’Sunken Star Wood’ from the top of Cabinet No. 3, Section A! Move swiftly!"

The assistant awoke as if from a dream, stumbling and rushing towards the back of the shop.

Xia Wuyou, again smiled as he turned to Gu Sheng.

"Please wait a moment, Sir. The Jade Scroll will arrive shortly. Besides the information, entering the ruins of the Ancient City entails unpredictable dangers. May I ask if there’s anything else you need? Elixir Pills, Protective Talisman, or perhaps a handy weapon?

Though small, our shop still has some rare items hidden. Just say the word!"

Gu Sheng pondered for a moment, then said.

"Prepare three days of Fasting Pills, top-grade. Ten bottles of Replenishing Essence Pill, also top-grade. Twenty sheets each of Clear Heart Talisman and Amulet, the higher the grade, the better.

Also prepare a detailed map from the outskirts to deep inside the Ancient City, marking all known Demon Beast Nests, energy turbulence areas, and recent anomalies, as recent as possible."

"No problem! Leave it to me!"

Xia Wuyou assured warmly, patting his chest. He then rubbed his hands, his face showing a mix of flattery and slightly pitiful expressions.

"Sir...considering you might not be an envoy, but holding the Pavilion Master Order, your status is infinitely prestigious.

Could you...perhaps mention to the young Miss at your convenience, tell her...tell her Xia Wuyou has diligently worked in this desolate place for ten years. Though without merit, there’s been much hard work, hoping day and night to return to Great Wilderness City, even to work as a sweeper will do!"

As he spoke, his eyes reddened again.

"Sir, as you’re going deep into dangerous territory, you need someone to run errands and serve you, don’t you? Although my cultivation is rudimentary, I am at least in the late Sect Realm, and familiar enough with these Ancient City ruins. How about...letting me accompany you, serving diligently like a faithful servant?"

Gu Sheng glanced at him, his tone unperturbed.

"No need. Simply have both the information and items ready. I will collect them tomorrow morning."

Xia Wuyou’s hopeful expression completely collapsed, but he dared not defy, merely nodding repeatedly.

"Yes, yes! I will follow the orders! Tomorrow morning, everything will be ready, awaiting your arrival!"

Gu Sheng spoke no further and turned to leave the shop.

Gu Yuan was still absorbing the impact of Manager Xia’s earlier kneeling and wailing, his mind buzzing. It wasn’t until Gu Sheng took a few steps that he snapped back to reality and hurriedly ran after him.

Once outside Linyin Pavilion, the bustling noise from the workshop surged back into his ears, restoring a sense of reality for Gu Yuan.

He sneaked a glance at Gu Sheng beside him, only to find the depths of mystery surrounding this "elder brother" even thicker.

Even Summer Manager from late Sect Realm was so frightened he kneeled and begged, holding that so-called "Pavilion Master Order"...

Gu Yuan’s heart pounded wildly, fearing to think any deeper.

"Find an inn to stay."

Gu Sheng’s voice interrupted Gu Yuan’s wild thoughts.

"Huh? Oh! An inn!"

Gu Yuan responded hurriedly, his mind racing.

"Elder Brother, there are several inns in the camp, all equally simple. However, I recommend the ’Lucky Inn’ to the north."

"Why?"

Gu Sheng asked.

"Because the inn’s shopkeeper is believed to be a senior of the Heavenly Martial Realm!"

Gu Yuan lowered his voice, speaking with awe.

"Though no one has seen him strike, that’s what everyone says. With him in charge, the risk of encountering Ancient Martial Artist’s Remnant Soul within a hundred feet around the inn at night is greatly reduced!"

"Ancient Martial Artist’s Remnant Soul?"

Gu Sheng’s glance shifted slightly.

"Yes!"

Gu Yuan nodded enthusiastically, his face showing a lingering fear.

"It’s one of the most terrifying things at night in Wuya Ancient City! It’s said to be strong warriors fallen in an ancient battle whose obsessions won’t die, merged with chaotic energies here to form them.