Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 901: Chapter 474: Zhang Family Ancestor (Part 2)

Gu Sheng said with a smile.

After speaking, Gu Sheng’s curiosity was once again piqued, and he continued to ask, "Are you secluded here to cultivate a certain Secret Technique?"

Zhang Tianxing shook his head: "Not at all. The reason I chose this place is because there is a natural Spiritual Energy spring here, which is highly beneficial for cultivation. However, I have reached a bottleneck in my cultivation and cannot advance further."

Upon hearing this, Gu Sheng recalled the scene where he was poisoned by a gust of chaotic wind earlier.

Could it be that the Spiritual Energy spring he mentioned is the culprit that poisoned me?

Gu Sheng frowned and couldn’t help but feel a bit puzzled.

He originally thought that Zhang Tianxing was secluded here to cultivate some profound and mysterious Secret Technique.

Unexpectedly, it was because of this Spiritual Energy spring.

"Senior Zhang, is this Spiritual Energy spring related to the bottleneck you mentioned?"

Gu Sheng asked cautiously.

Zhang Tianxing was silent for a moment before slowly saying, "Perhaps it is related. Although this Spiritual Energy spring is highly beneficial for cultivation, the Spiritual Energy within it is extremely violent. Without deep cultivation, it would be difficult to withstand."

Upon hearing this, Gu Sheng finally understood.

Perhaps that wind wasn’t the so-called poisonous wind, but rather because my cultivation wasn’t strong enough to handle it.

Then Gu Sheng continued to ask, "Senior, why don’t you seal the spring to prevent anyone from getting hurt?"

"Alas..."

Zhang Tianxing sighed, "That Spiritual Energy is too strong. I cannot seal it, and besides, the existence of this spring holds irreplaceable value for cultivators."

Gu Sheng was silent for a moment, pondering quietly to himself.

He understood that the cultivators Zhang Tianxing referred to might be those capable of withstanding the violent Spiritual Energy of the spring.

Gu Sheng knew his own limitations and had no intention of absorbing this so-called Spiritual Energy spring.

For him, leaving here seemed more important.

After all, the talisman only lasts for three days!

As such, Gu Sheng smiled and asked, "Senior, do you know why this crack is merging?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Tianxing suddenly fell into deep thought.

After a long while, he slowly said, "The merging of the crack is a natural phenomenon of the world. It is said that every few hundred years, nature’s spiritual energy undergoes a great cycle, and at the nodes of this cycle, seals loosen. The breathing of the crack is one such example."

Gu Sheng listened intently, realizing that he might have unintentionally been caught up in an ancient secret.

"Crack breathing? Is the crack alive?"

Gu Sheng heard this term for the first time and became more curious.

"Indeed, the crack is the breathing mouth of the Divine Mountain, like a person’s lungs, opening and merging... thus cycling."

Zhang Tianxing nodded and continued explaining.

Upon hearing this, Gu Sheng was overjoyed.

If the crack is truly as Zhang Tianxing said, does that mean I have hope of escaping alive?

His mood was like a roller coaster, from despair to hope, and then to uncertainty.

Just as Gu Sheng was rejoicing, Zhang Tianxing added, "But you forcibly opened the breathing passage, so opening it again might be difficult."

"Difficult?"

Gu Sheng was drenched with another wave of cold water, "How difficult?"

Zhang Tianxing deliberated for a moment and said, "To forcibly open the crack, you need to use the Spiritual Energy resurrection method from the Seeking Origin Heavenly Book, which can awaken the Divine Mountain’s energy to reopen its breathing mouth. However, learning this method could take years or at least ten days or so."

"Ah?"

Gu Sheng’s heart sank.

Whether it’s years or ten days, both are luxuries he can’t afford.

"That’s not possible! The talisman I have only lasts three days."

Gu Sheng said helplessly, then took out the talisman he had.

Zhang Tianxing smiled and said, "These talismans will soon lose their effectiveness. The crack will be completely sealed due to intruders, and by then, to open it again would require waiting for the next cycle."

"How long until the next cycle?"

Gu Sheng asked eagerly.

Zhang Tianxing sighed, "Five hundred years."

"What! Five hundred years!"

Gu Sheng was instantly stunned.

Five hundred years later, he’d have long turned to dust.

Gu Sheng sighed helplessly, feeling a sudden sense of powerlessness.

"Senior, can I practice the Magic Technique from the Seeking Origin Heavenly Book?"

Gu Sheng asked expectantly.

"Yes!"

Zhang Tianxing did not refuse.

With a wave of his hand, an ancient book flew before Gu Sheng.

On the cover of the book were the four large characters: Seeking Origin Heavenly Book.

The pages were yellowed, exuding an ancient aura.

"This book contains countless cultivation techniques, and Spiritual Energy resurrection is just one. If you can grasp its essence, there might still be a glimmer of hope."

Zhang Tianxing’s voice carried a sense of encouragement.

Gu Sheng took the Seeking Origin Heavenly Book with both hands, feeling grateful.

He knew this was not just a book but also Zhang Tianxing’s trust and hope in him.

Gu Sheng opened the pages, on which the characters seemed to come to life.

Characters danced across the pages, emitting a faint glow.

Gu Sheng sat down cross-legged, placing the Seeking Origin Heavenly Book on his lap, and began to read intently.

Time was pressing; he had to quickly comprehend the method of Spiritual Energy resurrection.

As he delved deeper into reading, Gu Sheng entered a mystical state.

It felt as if he was in a world filled with Spiritual Energy, where everything around him became vivid.

He saw the flow of Spiritual Energy and seemed to hear its voice...

Just like that, unconsciously, several days had passed.

Meanwhile, Master Zhang at Stone Village was extremely anxious.

"Old Zhang, didn’t you say you gave Xiao Sheng the talisman? Why is there still no news after several days?"

Elder Shi of Stone Village asked with a gloomy face.

"I have no idea! I specifically reminded him before he left."

Master Zhang said with a worried expression.

After all, Gu Sheng was a benefactor to the entire Stone Village. Although they were mountain folk, their sense of morality was quite deep.

"That is the Divine Mountain, not an ordinary mountain. I reckon he’s encountered some danger."

Er Gou interjected.

"Shut up!"

Master Zhang reprimanded coldly, "No one will mistake you for a mute if you stay silent!"

Chastised, Er Gou swallowed quietly and stepped aside.

"Sigh... I thought Xiao Sheng could help us rescue our tribesmen trapped by Chen Dahuzi, but who would have thought... he disappeared first."

Elder Shi sighed.

Upon hearing the name Chen Dahuzi, Master Zhang’s worried expression deepened.

"Dong dong dong!"

Suddenly, a hurried gong sounded.

"Chen Dahuzi is here! Chen Dahuzi is here!"

Immediately, panic spread in Stone Village.

Elder Shi and Master Zhang in the council hall suddenly became tense.

"What! Chen Dahuzi is here?"

Elder Shi exclaimed in surprise, and then he looked at Master Zhang, "Didn’t you say there were still two days? How could he arrive early?"

"I have no idea! That bandit has absolutely no integrity!"

Master Zhang cursed and then rushed to the village entrance with several young men.

When they reached the entrance, they saw Chen Dahuzi leading a dozen horse-mounted bandits there.

They were all fierce-looking, armed with sharp blades, ready to massacre at any moment.

Tension filled the air at the village entrance.

Chen Dahuzi took the lead, his eyes filled with greed.

"Master Zhang, are you ready to deliver the agreed twenty pounds of refined ore?"

Chen Dahuzi said coldly.

"Chen Dahuzi, I told you, the refined ore is gone, you’re pushing me too far!"

Master Zhang rebuked coldly.