Free Web NovelChapter 1406: Chapter 727: That’s Enough
"What do you need me to do?"
"If you agree, I’ll find you when the time comes."
Shen Qingtan’s voice became a bit lower.
"Moreover, even if you don’t act against Shen Qingyun, with his character, he will come for you sooner or later."
Gu Sheng was silent for a moment and shook his head.
"I don’t want to get involved in the fights between the Heavenly Martial Realm for now."
"You don’t need to take action."
Shen Qingtan seemed to have anticipated his response.
"I just need to borrow your Gang Qi Transformation Secret Technique to help me unlock a restriction."
A glint appeared in Gu Sheng’s eyes.
"What’s in it for me?"
Shen Qingtan’s lips curled slightly, revealing a cold smile beneath the mask.
"You can name your price."
Their eyes met in the air, as if invisible sparks were flying.
Gu Sheng suddenly laughed.
"Interesting. But I’m curious, you two are siblings, why must you fight to the death?"
Shen Qingtan’s body visibly stiffened for a moment.
She remained silent for a long time before finally speaking, her voice filled with suppressed hatred.
"He and his mother drove my mother to death."
Gu Sheng did not reply, quietly waiting for her to continue.
"My mother was just a servant in the Shen Mansion."
Shen Qingtan’s voice grew distant, as if she were returning to the past.
"That year, my father went mad during practice and forcibly took her... Later, I was born. My father took her as a concubine, while Shen Qingyun’s mother was the legitimate wife."
She raised her hand, gently brushing the edge of her mask.
"When I was six, my mother died.
They said she died of illness, but I saw with my own eyes... saw her being held down in a water tank..."
Shen Qingtan’s voice abruptly stopped, her fingers unconsciously clenching tightly.
Gu Sheng’s eyes held a complex expression.
He never imagined that this cold, iron-faced young woman had such a tragic past.
"I agree with you."
Gu Sheng suddenly said.
"In ten days, I’ll cooperate. As for the reward... let me think about it and tell you when I’ve decided."
Shen Qingtan seemed to breathe a sigh of relief, nodding slightly.
"Remember, the reward must be reasonable."
With that, her figure flickered and disappeared from the spot, leaving only a few fallen leaves stirred by the Qi Force gently falling.
Gu Sheng looked in the direction she disappeared, thoughtfully rubbing his chin.
"Junior Brother Gu! Junior Brother Gu!"
An excited voice came from outside the courtyard.
Long Yundao burst in, waving a scroll with gilded lettering in his hand.
"Great news! Wonderful news!"
Gu Sheng snapped out of his thoughts, turned, and smiled.
"Long, why are you so happy? Did you find a treasure?"
"Better than finding a treasure!"
Long Yundao’s face was flushed, so excited he could barely speak.
"The Emperor Sect... Emperor Sect has been restored to a second-class sect! This is the official document just sent by the Alliance!"
Gu Sheng was delighted, taking the document to examine it closely.
The document bore the golden seal of the Martial Arts Alliance, confirming that the Emperor Sect had passed all assessments and was officially restored to second-class sect status.
"Congratulations, Long, your long-cherished wish has finally been fulfilled."
Gu Sheng said sincerely.
Long Yundao’s eyes were slightly red.
"All thanks to you, Junior Brother Gu. If it weren’t for your performance at the Hundred Sects Competition, those stubborn old guys at the Alliance wouldn’t have given in so easily!"
Gu Sheng shook his head.
"It’s the result of the collective efforts of everyone in the Emperor Sect."
He paused.
"Besides, this is just the beginning. In the future, I will help the Emperor Sect return to the ranks of the first-class sects."
Long Yundao was shaken to the core, looking at Gu Sheng in disbelief.
"Junior Brother Gu, are you... are you serious?"
"When have I ever lied?"
Gu Sheng’s lips curved into a smile.
Long Yundao suddenly solemnly performed a great ceremony to Gu Sheng.
"No, Gu, from now on, I, Long Yundao, will follow your lead!"
Gu Sheng quickly helped him up.
"Long, you’re too kind. We should support each other."
Long Yundao grinned widely.
"By the way, I also brought back three loose cultivator martial artists willing to join the Emperor Sect this time, all of them skilled in the Xuanwu Realm. With them joining, the Emperor Sect’s strength can improve even further."
"That’s great news."
Gu Sheng nodded. ƒree𝑤ebnσvel.com
"By the way, I’ll be heading to Linyin Pavilion shortly. If there’s anything with the sect, just send me a message."
Long Yundao patted his chest with a promise.
"Don’t worry, I’ll definitely notify you at the first sign of any trouble."
After bidding farewell to Long Yundao, Gu Sheng headed straight for the Underground City.
The underground market of Great Wilderness City was even more bustling than the one above ground, with all sorts of shops lined up and teeming with people.
He skillfully navigated a few dark alleys and stopped in front of an inconspicuous small building.
There was a sign for "Qizhen Pavilion" hanging out front, making it look just like a regular antique shop.
Gu Sheng pushed the door open and walked in.
"What can I help you find, sir? We’ve just received a batch of ancient jade from the previous dynasty."
The shopkeeper greeted him with a beaming smile.
Gu Sheng took out a Purple Jade Token from his pocket, flashing it in front of the shopkeeper’s eyes.
The shopkeeper’s face changed abruptly, immediately bowing in respect.
"Ah, it’s an honored guest. Please, come with me."
The shopkeeper guided Gu Sheng through the front hall and opened a hidden door.
Behind the door was a descending stone staircase, with luminous stones embedded in the walls on either side.
Reaching the bottom, the view opened up to a spacious underground hall, where dozens of attendants in uniform were busy working.
This was the true underground branch of Linyin Pavilion.
"Gu, your reputation precedes you!"
A hearty voice rang out from in front of him.
Gu Sheng looked up to see a middle-aged man in a dark blue robe quickly approaching, a smile on his face that was both enthusiastic and restrained.
"Manager Xiao."
Gu Sheng nodded slightly, recognizing the man who looked quite similar to Xiao Yun.
Xiao Cheng laughed heartily and gestured for him to proceed.
"Gu, you’ve come a long way, and I apologize for not welcoming you sooner. The Second Pavilion Master has already instructed that you can go directly to her private Alchemy Room."
