Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 796: Chapter 422 Talking Nonsense with Eyes Wide Open

"Tch, me? A money-grubber? If I were really all about money, I would’ve ditched you a long time ago."

Gu Sheng casually retorted.

Ji Ziyue lightly punched Gu Sheng, but the corners of her mouth turned up in a smile. "You wouldn’t dare! If you ever leave me behind, I’ll have Senior Nangong chase you to the ends of the earth!"

"Ow, are you planning to murder your husband now?"

Gu Sheng rubbed the spot where he’d been punched, feigning pain with a grin.

"Husband? Oh please... I think you’re just using this as an excuse to take advantage of me."

Their laughter echoed through the valley.

"C’mon, we need to find somewhere hidden."

Gu Sheng glanced around, scanning for a potential hiding spot.

Ji Ziyue nodded, and the two of them started down a narrow trail.

Before long, they discovered a concealed cave.

The entrance was hidden by dense vines and shrubs, nearly impossible to notice unless you looked carefully.

"This looks good. We should be able to lie low for a while here."

Gu Sheng said as he took the lead and entered the cave.

The interior of the cave was spacious and dry, with sunlight streaming in through gaps at the entrance.

Inside, there were also some dry grass and dead branches, evidence of animals having lived there before.

"We need to be cautious. There could be wild beasts around."

Ji Ziyue reminded him.

Gu Sheng nodded. "Let’s take a break first, and heal up a bit."

"Mm."

Ji Ziyue didn’t refuse; she was indeed feeling a bit fatigued.

The two of them each chose a flat stone to sit on and began meditating to recover their strength.

After some time, Gu Sheng and Ji Ziyue’s divine power and injuries had been somewhat restored.

Just as they were about to continue their restoration, they suddenly heard a commotion outside the cave.

"Swish, swish, swish..."

Gu Sheng immediately stood up with heightened vigilance, surveying the cave interior.

He realized that besides the entrance they came through, there was no other way out.

Gu Sheng’s heart sank as he thought to himself, "If the entrance gets blocked, there’s no way to escape."

Thinking of this, Gu Sheng said to Ji Ziyue, "I need to go check outside."

"I’ll go with you."

Ji Ziyue nodded, and the two cautiously exited the cave.

As soon as they stepped out, they saw a middle-aged man in a linen robe holding a small silver tower standing just outside.

Behind him were dozens of followers, each armed with steel blades and exuding a menacing presence.

Ji Ziyue was momentarily stunned—she recognized the man holding the silver tower.

It was none other than the Mai Sect Leader, known as the "Tower King." However, she hadn’t expected him to come and blockade them at this time.

"Tower King, what’s the meaning of this?"

Ji Ziyue stepped forward and asked coldly.

"Heh heh..."

The Tower King let out a sinister laugh before speaking. "Ji Ziyue, Gu Sheng, if you two know what’s good for you, you’ll surrender to me. Otherwise, today will be your last."

Gu Sheng clenched his fists tightly, his eyes instantly ablaze with fury.

"Tower King, are you really going to make enemies with us?"

"Enemies? You’re not even worth that title. Word has it you possess a great treasure. Be smart and hand it over quietly!"

The Tower King sneered, his tone dripping with disdain.

"Treasure? Who told you that?"

Gu Sheng asked in confusion.

"Everyone in East Desolation knows it. You’ve been to the Bronze Immortal Palace; you must have immortal artifacts and even the secret to becoming immortal."

As he spoke, the Tower King’s eyes were sharp and filled with unbridled greed.

"What the hell... Who the hell spread such nonsense? Immortal artifacts? If I had one, I’d blast you to smithereens with it."

Gu Sheng responded, raising his hand as if ready to strike.

The Tower King instantly stepped back, adopting a defensive stance.

At the same time, his dozens of followers also retreated a few steps, terrified that Gu Sheng might annihilate them.

"Gu Sheng!"

Ji Ziyue hurriedly stepped forward, calling his name softly. Then she whispered a warning, "The silver tower in his hand is all-encompassing. If you get pulled in, there’s almost no way out. Be careful."

"Huh? That serious?"

Gu Sheng hesitated, uneasy at the thought. He hadn’t expected the seemingly unimpressive man to wield such a formidable weapon.

"Watch me."

Ji Ziyue whispered back.

Then she snorted coldly. "Do you think we’d actually hand it over to you?"

In an instant, the silver tower in the Tower King’s hand emitted a dazzling light.

His voice turned icy. "If not, then don’t blame me for getting rough with you."

The tension escalated sharply.

A sly glint flashed in Ji Ziyue’s eyes.

She knew that confronting him head-on wasn’t wise, especially when he held such a powerful magical treasure.

She had to use strategy to shift the tide.

"Tower King, do you seriously think your silver tower is invincible?"

Ji Ziyue’s tone carried a hint of provocation.

"Heh heh..."

The Tower King laughed scornfully, brimming with confidence, "Of course. My silver tower can contain everything. If you dare resist, I’ll trap you inside and grind you to dust."

"Oh? That’s quite impressive."

Ji Ziyue feigned astonishment.

Then, turning dramatically to Gu Sheng, she raised her voice intentionally and said, "But what a shame... Aren’t you afraid I’ll strike the silver tower’s critical weak point?"

"Hm?"

Frowning, the Tower King, brimming with confidence moments ago, faltered slightly at her words.

After a brief pause, he asked, "What do you mean? What weak point?"

"Though your silver tower can indeed hold everything, its greatest vulnerability is the ’Purple Fire.’ Once touched by Purple Fire, the silver tower will lose all power—or worse, it might even explode."

Ji Ziyue spoke with deliberate mystique.

"Haha... Purple Fire? Why have I never heard of such nonsense? Ji Ziyue, I know you’re a crafty little trickster, but isn’t it going a bit far to try to fool your uncle here?"