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Chapter 774: Chapter 411: The Old Madman
That was precisely the Ji family’s secret array technique—the River Map and Luo Book Array.
Immediately, Gu Sheng felt a powerful force firmly binding him.
That sensation was as if invisible threads had entwined his body, making escape impossible.
"Gu Sheng, be careful!"
Seeing this, Li Ruoyu immediately wanted to step forward and assist.
"Ruoyu, don’t act recklessly."
The Supreme Elder extended a hand to stop him.
"Elder Ji Hong has profound virtues; he wouldn’t truly give a junior trouble. If Gu Sheng is indeed in mortal danger, I will intervene."
The Supreme Elder was expressionless, seemingly aware of Ji Hong’s intentions.
Li Ruoyu knew the Supreme Elder never spoke carelessly, so he halted his steps and nervously observed the unfolding battle.
"Buzz, buzz, buzz!"
In an instant, countless golden rays surrounded the vicinity of the River Map and Luo Book Array, and its power grew ever stronger.
Gu Sheng tried to resist but felt his strength being continuously suppressed, his body on the verge of collapse.
At that moment, a sudden flash of insight emerged in Gu Sheng’s mind.
He suddenly recalled the set of footwork the old madman had once taught him—the Heavenly Gang Seven Star Steps.
"Yes! This is the time!"
Gu Sheng’s heart stirred, and he began to move his body using his mind, following the trajectory of the Heavenly Gang Seven Star Steps.
The so-called Heavenly Gang Seven Star Steps was an extraordinarily mysterious form of footwork.
It contained within it the forces of heaven and earth and the principles of nature.
Legend has it that during the Great Yu’s flood control efforts, he relied on its unparalleled ability to break through various arrays and restraints.
As the steps in Gu Sheng’s mind accelerated, his body gradually escaped from the confines of the River Map and Luo Book Array.
"What!"
Ji Hong was slightly startled, quickly retracting the River Map and Luo Book Array.
A breeze swept past as Ji Hong descended from mid-air to the ground.
"How do you know that footwork?"
Ji Hong stepped forward and questioned him.
Gu Sheng did not conceal it and replied, "The old madman taught me, though I’m still not very adept at using it."
"It’s him! It really is him!"
Ji Hong’s expression slightly altered, seeming to realize the identity of the one who had taught Gu Sheng the Heavenly Gang Seven Star Steps.
Meanwhile, the Supreme Elder and Li Ruoyu were also visibly astonished.
Judging by Gu Sheng’s footwork just now, they likely couldn’t comprehend its profound intricacies.
"It seems... he truly has returned."
Ji Hong sighed softly.
"Who? Who has truly returned?"
Ji Ziyue noticed her clan elder’s melancholy and stepped forward with a question.
Ji Hong then looked at Ji Ziyue, nodding and saying, "Ziyue, do you wish to return home?"
Ji Ziyue glanced at Gu Sheng, then at Li Ruoyu.
"Elder... I... I don’t want to go back just yet."
Ji Ziyue spoke hesitantly.
"Very well, as you wish, but you must take care of your own safety."
Ji Hong nodded.
"Elder, you... you’re not going to take me back forcibly?"
Ji Ziyue was overjoyed.
"Ziyue, you’ve grown up. You have your own choices and judgments. Although I worry about you, I also understand—you need freedom and space to grow."
Ji Hong smiled faintly, his gaze revealing a trace of kindness.
A hint of emotion flashed in Ji Ziyue’s eyes as she recognized the elder’s concern.
She took a deep breath and nodded, saying, "Elder, I will be careful."
"You may rest assured, senior. Li Ruoyu of Zhuo Peak will ensure the safety of both these young ones."
Li Ruoyu stepped forward with a respectful bow.
"Mm, I trust you, and I trust the Supreme Mysterious Sect’s capability."
Ji Hong nodded.
With that, Ji Hong gave a slight nod to the Supreme Elder and Li Ruoyu. A beam of rainbow light flashed, and Ji Hong vanished without a trace.
With Ji Hong’s departure, Zhuo Peak’s skies suddenly became lively.
The elders from other main peaks, drawn by Ji Hong’s earlier display of the array, began descending on flying magical treasures toward Zhuo Peak.
Motivated by curiosity or laden with respect, they all sought answers eagerly.
Li Ruoyu and Zhuo Peak’s disciples also felt this unexpected surge of attention, murmuring amongst themselves about the array demonstration.
Some disciples even started mimicking Ji Hong’s movements, attempting to grasp its mysteries.
Ji Ziyue and Gu Sheng exchanged a glance, both reflecting the shock they saw in each other’s eyes.
Neither of them had anticipated that Elder Ji Hong’s actions would elevate Zhuo Peak’s status to new heights.
"It seems changes are on the horizon for Zhuo Peak."
Li Ruoyu gently shook his head and said.
At that moment, beams of rainbow light descended onto the plaza of Zhuo Peak.
Elders from the other main peaks began to appear, their eyes brimming with curiosity and inquiry.
"Supreme Elder, the earlier array demonstration was truly an eye-opener. Might we request a more detailed explanation?"
An elder from one of the main peaks stepped forward, his tone respectful.
The Supreme Elder smiled faintly and nodded toward Li Ruoyu.
Li Ruoyu then turned to Gu Sheng, "Gu Sheng, demonstrate the footwork from earlier."
"Me?"
Gu Sheng pointed to himself, clearly surprised that Li Ruoyu would put him in the spotlight.
"Indeed, let the elders from the other main peaks witness Zhuo Peak’s strength."
Li Ruoyu nodded calmly.
Without delay, Gu Sheng displayed the Heavenly Gang Seven Star Step Skill again.
The elders from the other main peaks watched with great interest.
They began to realize that Zhuo Peak’s strength far exceeded their expectations.
Some elders even started contemplating establishing closer alliances with Zhuo Peak.
Ji Ziyue stood aside, observing everything, her heart brimming with pride.
In just a few days, Zhuo Peak’s reputation had spread across the ninety-nine main peaks.
Disciples from other main peaks began flocking to Zhuo Peak, hoping to learn its arrays and cultivation techniques.