Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 799: Chapter 423 Golden "Yuan" _2

Hearing this, Gu Sheng immediately reacted.

"Understood, understood. Ancestor, just say what you need, I, Gu Sheng, will certainly comply."

Gu Sheng stood up, cupping his fists as he spoke.

"Hmm, young man, straightforward!"

The Ancestor nodded in satisfaction and said, "I require you not to use the Great Void Skill, or else I will not forgive you!"

The chilling tone genuinely startled Gu Sheng.

This power didn’t seem to originate from an elderly woman.

However, Gu Sheng didn’t care about it at all.

"Alright, I promise!"

Gu Sheng nodded.

Seeing Gu Sheng’s prompt agreement, the Ancestor’s expression softened slightly.

"But on the other hand, my Ji family won’t let you work for nothing. Tell me, what do you want?"

The Ancestor said with a calm expression.

"Ancestor, I appreciate your kindness, but I don’t need any reward."

Gu Sheng smiled faintly and shook his head.

As someone who traveled from the twenty-first century, nothing here could truly surprise him.

The Ancestor’s eyebrow twitched slightly; she hadn’t expected Gu Sheng to refuse so bluntly.

"Young man, do you know my Ji family never owes favors? You help us, and we must repay you."

"Um..."

Gu Sheng fell silent for a moment.

He could clearly sense a trace of disdain in the Ancestor’s words.

After a brief reflection, Gu Sheng decided to make a request.

This request was both to prove his worth and to give the Ancestor a "surprise."

"If the Ancestor insists on giving, then I have one request."

Gu Sheng spoke slowly.

A glint of curiosity flickered in the Ancestor’s eyes as she nodded.

"Speak, let me hear."

"I want the Immortal Palace’s immortal secret manual."

Gu Sheng said calmly.

"You..."

The Ancestor’s face became somewhat troubled.

She shook her head, "Young man, your request is too much."

"Why?"

Gu Sheng asked with a smile.

"Few who have seen the Bronze Immortal Palace ever return alive. Asking for this is deliberately making things difficult for me."

The Ancestor chuckled lightly and spoke.

"Ancestor, I am not being unreasonable. The reason I make this request is that I want to know whether immortality truly exists."

Gu Sheng said earnestly.

"Ah... young man, you are still young, after all."

The Ancestor sighed before continuing, "Gu Sheng, you should be more practical."

Gu Sheng smiled faintly, realizing his opportunity had arrived.

"Since the Ancestor says so, I’ll be direct—I want what is referred to as the ’Essence’."

"’Essence’? You mean..."

A hint of surprise flashed in the Ancestor’s eyes.

She hadn’t expected Gu Sheng to make such a request.

"Exactly, the thing that can transform one’s being and perhaps even touch the immortal path: ’Essence.’"

Gu Sheng replied.

The Ancestor paused thoughtfully before nodding.

"Alright, I can agree to this, but you must understand the power of ’Essence.’"

"I understand."

Gu Sheng nodded slightly.

The Ancestor, seeing Gu Sheng’s resolute determination in his gaze, knew this young man’s decision would not waver.

Compared to the "Essence," obtaining the Immortal Palace’s secret manual was far more demanding.

"Very well, I’ll arrange it now."

With that, the Ancestor gestured to the side and said, "Ji Ren, take him."

"Yes!"

The servant named Ji Ren responded and said to Gu Sheng, "Please follow me."

"Alright."

Gu Sheng nodded and bowed deeply, "Thank you, Ancestor."

Afterward, Gu Sheng followed Ji Ren toward the inner hall.

Though Ji Ren was a servant escorting him, he was no young man judging by his age.

By seniority, Gu Sheng should at least address him as "Uncle."

"Senior, where are we headed?"

Gu Sheng asked Ji Ren from behind.

"To retrieve the ’Essence’ you requested."

Ji Ren replied indifferently.

"Oh."

Gu Sheng responded and followed closely.

"Greetings, Housekeeper."

"Greetings, Housekeeper Ji."

Following behind Ji Ren, Gu Sheng noticed that other servants greeted Ji Ren respectfully, addressing him warmly as "Housekeeper."

Additionally, the way those servants looked at Ji Ren seemed evasive, as if they were afraid of something.

"Housekeeper Ji? You’re the Ji family’s housekeeper?"

Gu Sheng casually asked.

"Indeed."

Ji Ren replied without turning his head.

With that, Ji Ren led Gu Sheng through the various courtyards of the Ji family and arrived before an apparently ordinary wall.

Gu Sheng felt a little puzzled, unsure why Ji Ren had brought him here.

"Huff, huff, huff..."

Suddenly, Ji Ren exuded a powerful Divine Power.

He extended his palm, lightly pushing against the wall.

Under the influence of his Divine Power, the wall gradually disappeared, revealing a hidden door.

"What!"

Gu Sheng’s eyes widened in astonishment.

He hadn’t expected Ji Ren to possess such immense strength, to the point of using Divine Power to uncover the hidden door beneath the wall.

This type of cultivation technique was typically unattainable by ordinary cultivators, unless one had practiced for a thousand years.

"This... This is too incredible!"

Gu Sheng stared at Ji Ren in amazement.

"Step inside."

Ji Ren retracted his Divine Power and spoke indifferently.

Then, he stepped into the hidden door first.

Gu Sheng immediately followed, passing through the door and entering the interior.

In an instant, Gu Sheng’s gaze was captured by the scene before him.

This was a vast secret chamber, its walls lined with all kinds of rare treasures.

Agarwood Carriage, Desert Pearl, Coral from the Sea of Hail...

Yet, what drew Gu Sheng’s attention the most were the three floating spheres of light at the center of the chamber.

These spheres emitted a gentle glow. They were, without question, the "Essence" Gu Sheng sought.

"There are actually three ’Essence’ here?"

Gu Sheng’s voice trembled slightly.

He stepped forward, slightly stirring his Divine Power.

Instantly, the "Essence" responded with immense energy.

"Correct."

Ji Ren nodded, "These ’Essence’ have been accumulated by the Ji family over generations. Each one is priceless."

Gu Sheng’s gaze swept over the three "Essence" repeatedly.

He could sense that each "Essence" was unique.

One glowed with red light, symbolizing power.

Another emanated purple light, representing wisdom.

The final one shone with golden light, representing vitality.

"You may choose one."

Ji Ren’s voice interrupted Gu Sheng’s thoughts.

"Whew..." Gu Sheng took a deep breath before slowly approaching the three "Essence" and examining them closely.

Finally, Gu Sheng closed his eyes, feeling the yearning of his body for the "Essence."

Ultimately, he opened his eyes and pointed to the golden "Essence."

"I choose this one."

Gu Sheng’s voice was firm and resolute.

Ji Ren glanced at the "Essence" Gu Sheng had selected and nodded slightly.

"You have keen judgment. This ’Essence’ contains powerful life force, suitable for your constitution."

A faint smile crossed Gu Sheng’s face, "Thank you."

Without delay, Ji Ren retrieved the "Essence" and handed it to Gu Sheng.

"Keep it well."

Ji Ren said casually.

"This is mine now, of course I’ll keep it well. You wouldn’t go back on your word, would you?"

Gu Sheng said half-jokingly.

Ji Ren didn’t reply, merely smiling faintly as he said, "Let’s go, we should leave."

"Alright."

Gu Sheng nodded and followed Ji Ren out of the hidden door.

As he stepped out of the door, Gu Sheng suddenly felt something unusual about the golden "Essence."

"Ssss..."

Waves of energy seemed to be pouring into Gu Sheng’s body.

Gu Sheng froze in place, staring at the "Essence" in his hand.

"What... What’s happening?"

Gu Sheng asked, puzzled.

"This ’Essence’ has sensed areas in your body that need repair and is working to heal you."

Ji Ren explained without any change in expression.

"Ah? That’s amazing!"

Gu Sheng exclaimed in delight, feeling the restorative effect of the "Essence."

However, when he glanced at Ji Ren, he noticed a trace of ruthlessness in his eyes.