Gou's Liver Experience in the World of Demons and Demons

The Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron hovered in mid-air, trembling violently, with cracking sounds emanating from within.

Gu Sheng could clearly sense that some kind of strange change was taking place inside the cauldron that he could not understand.

"Is this cauldron refining the Southern Emperor's Seal on its own?"

A sharp glint flashed in Gu Sheng's eyes. He immediately sat cross-legged on the ground, slapping his palms against the cauldron, continuously pouring in his powerful true energy.

"Since you want to refine it, I will lend you a hand!"

As true energy was injected, the dragon patterns on the surface of the Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron became clearer, with nine dragon shadows swimming around the cauldron and emitting deep dragon roars.

The cauldron shone brightly, and the Southern Emperor's Seal could be faintly seen floating within it, its surface patterns being peeled away little by little.

"This is the materialization of the Dao!"

Gu Sheng's pupils contracted.

Golden threads peeled from the surface of the Southern Emperor's Seal intertwined within the cauldron, gradually forming a profound scripture.

Each character contained profound truths of the universe, and Gu Sheng felt dizzy after just one glance.

"No, my cultivation level is not high enough. Forcing myself to comprehend it will damage my soul!"

Gu Sheng gritted his teeth and continued to channel his inner energy, beads of sweat forming on his forehead.

As if sensing his strain, the Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron suddenly released nine dragon shadows from its body, circling around Gu Sheng and forming a strange array.

"This is... an auxiliary formation?"

Gu Sheng was surprised to find that his true energy consumption had decreased sharply, while the refining speed in the cauldron had increased several times.

Time passed second by second, and the brilliance within the cauldron gradually dimmed.

Gu Sheng knew this was a sign of insufficient energy, so he immediately bit his tongue and spat a mouthful of blood onto the cauldron.

"Keep refining it!"

As the essence and blood merged, the Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron emitted a deafening roar, and its radiance surged once more.

Cracks have appeared on the surface of the Southern Emperor Seal, and more golden Daoist threads have been extracted.

suddenly
"what!!"

A bloodcurdling scream emanated from the cauldron, making Gu Sheng's eardrums ache.

A blurry humanoid figure struggled out of the Southern Emperor's Seal, thrashing about inside the cauldron.

"This is... a remnant soul?!"

Gu Sheng gasped.

The humanoid phantom had a blurred face, but the oppressive aura it exuded made Gu Sheng feel as if he had fallen into an ice cave.

If it weren't for the suppression of the Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron, this pressure alone would have been enough to annihilate his soul!

"Let me out."

The phantom emitted intermittent mental fluctuations, filled with resentment and unwillingness.

The Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron seemed to be enraged, and the nine dragon shadows returned to the cauldron at the same time, transforming into nine chains of light that firmly locked the phantoms.

The phantom let out an even more shrill scream, its form gradually contorting.

Gu Sheng attempted to communicate using the power of his soul.

"Who are you? Why are you inside the Southern Emperor's Seal?"

"Ants are unworthy of knowledge."

The phantom struggled to respond, its expression filled with contempt.

Gu Sheng sneered.

"You're the one being refined now, what's the use of being stubborn?"

He increased his output of true energy, making the Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron's refining speed even faster.

The illusory figure grew increasingly faint until it finally exploded with a "bang," transforming into a semi-transparent sphere of light that floated inside the cauldron.

"Is this... the pure essence of Daoist philosophy?"

Gu Sheng watched this scene in shock.

The Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron slowly stopped operating, releasing a ball of light that hovered in front of Gu Sheng.

Gu Sheng reached out and touched it, and the ball of light immediately transformed into a stream of light and entered his brow.

"boom!"

A deluge of information exploded in his mind, and Gu Sheng let out a muffled groan as blood seeped from his seven orifices.

He endured the excruciating pain and discovered a complete cultivation technique in his mind: "The Southern Emperor's Path to Longevity"!
"I see. The Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron can not only refine Dao essence, but also convert it into sourceless Dao essence for direct absorption!"

Gu Sheng was both surprised and delighted.

But then his expression changed, and his internal energy was almost completely depleted.

Gu Sheng dared not delay and immediately opened his inner cave, drawing spiritual energy from the void to replenish himself.

"This energy consumption is terrifying."

Gu Sheng smiled bitterly.

"But the gains were worthwhile."

He looked inward at his dantian and found that the ball of light was slowly releasing Daoist energy, merging with his true qi.

At this rate, it will take at least a month to fully digest.

Meanwhile, inside a luxurious mansion in the heart of Xiaguang City.

"What did you say? The Southern Emperor's Seal's connection has disappeared?"

Miao Muqing suddenly stood up, and the teacup in her hand shattered with a "crack".

Standing before her was a noblewoman dressed in purple, with exquisite features but a hint of sinister intent.

"Xinglan, what exactly happened?"

Miao Muqing frowned, her slender fingers unconsciously stroking the jade pendant at her waist. The jade pendant, engraved with ancient runes, was now emitting a faint purple light.

Nangong Xinglan knelt on one knee, her black outfit outlining her agile figure. A few strands of hair on her forehead were soaked with sweat, clearly indicating that she had just gone through a fierce battle.

"Reporting to the Holy Maiden, the King Realm Ancestor of the Purple Cloud Divine Sect suddenly took action, doing everything in his power to prevent the opening of the cave heaven. He seems to have already suspected my identity."

"Oh?"

A cold glint flashed in Miao Muqing's eyes, and the jade pendant in her hand was cracked with a "snap".

"That old man has been in seclusion for a hundred years, why did he suddenly come out of seclusion?"

"Not only that."

Nangong Xinglan looked up, her eyes filled with solemnity.

"The Purple Cloud Divine Sect has recently gained several unfamiliar faces, their auras as profound as an abyss; they are all at least King Realm experts. Moreover..."

She paused.

“These people are definitely not original members of the Zixia Divine Cult.”

Miao Muqing walked slowly to the window. Outside, the sky was filled with purple clouds, a sign that the Purple Cloud Cave was about to open.

Her slender figure appeared exceptionally aloof in the glow of the sunset.

Will the grotto still open on time?

"Although we have infiltrated most of the high-ranking members of the Purple Cloud Divine Cult, these suddenly appearing King-level experts..."

Nangong Xinglan's voice was low and deep.

"If they join forces, we will probably face more than ten King-level experts."

"Ten King Realm experts."

Miao Muqing snorted softly, a cold smile curling at the corner of her lips.

"I underestimated these old foxes."

She turned around, her long purple dress drawing an elegant arc in the air.

"I'll figure out a way to handle this. You just need to focus on your own work."

"Yes!"

Nangong Xinglan clasped his hands in acceptance of the order and was about to leave when he suddenly noticed Miao Muqing sway and grab the window frame.

"Saint?"

Nangong Xinglan exclaimed in surprise.

Miao Muqing waved her hand, but her face instantly turned as pale as paper.

"It's alright, you go first."

Before she could finish speaking, she closed her eyes and collapsed limply.

Nangong Xinglan rushed forward to support her, only to see Miao Muqing's eyelashes tremble slightly as she opened her eyes again.

But the look in those eyes was completely different from before. The sharp, sword-like gaze had become clear as water, carrying a hint of bewilderment and innocence.

"Miss Mu Xue?"

Nangong Xinglan asked tentatively.

"Sister Xinglan!"

Miao Muqing, or rather, Mu Xue, who was currently in control of this body, revealed a bright smile and reached out to hug Nangong Xinglan, but the latter subtly avoided her.

"Miss Mu Xue, the Holy Maiden, she..."

"My sister is too tired, let me come out for some fresh air."

Mu Xue pouted, like a child whose candy had been taken away.

"She's always like this; she pushes herself too hard whenever she encounters trouble."

Nangong Xinglan's eyes held a complex expression.

As Miao Muqing's confidante, she knew better than anyone that this body housed two souls: the ruthless older sister Miao Muqing and the innocent younger sister Muxue.

"Miss Mu Xue, would you like to rest first?" "No!"

Mu Xue suddenly skipped to the window and pointed at the purple clouds filling the sky.

"Sister Xinglan, look, what beautiful clouds! You said this means the Purple Cloud Cave is about to open, but I think it's just an ordinary sunset."

Nangong Xinglan followed helplessly.

"Miss Mu Xue, this is indeed a sign that the Purple Cloud Cave Heaven is opening. Your sister..."

"I know, I know!"

Mu Xue turned around and made a face.

"Sister is always so mysterious. By the way, Sister Xinglan, I'm hungry, do you have any osmanthus cake?"

Two hours later, when Miao Muqing's soul regained control of her body, she was curled up on the bed, still holding half a piece of osmanthus cake in her hand.

She slowly sat up, fine beads of sweat appearing on her forehead.

"The situation is getting worse."

She looked down at her hands, her fingertips trembling slightly.

She could feel that the time interval between each soul exchange was shortening, while the time Mu Xue controlled her body was lengthening.

"We must enter the Purple Cloud Cave Heaven as soon as possible."

With a resolute look in her eyes, Miao Muqing raised her hand and sent out a sound transmission talisman.

A moment later, a dark shadow appeared silently in the corner of the room, as if it had grown out of the shadows.

"Miao Wu, select five more King Realm experts."

Miao Muqing's voice was icy.

"I want to ensure that our King-level combat strength in Zixia Cave is no less than that of any of the Seventy-Two Divine Sects."

The dark figure swayed slightly.

"Holy Maiden, this will likely disrupt our defenses on other fronts."

"Just do as instructed."

Miao Muqing interrupted him.

"The things in Zixia Cave are worth this price."

The shadowy figure remained silent for a moment before finally dissipating into the air as a wisp of black smoke.

Meanwhile, in a secluded valley a thousand miles away.

Gu Sheng sat cross-legged on a blue stone, with the Nine Dragons Qiankun Cauldron floating in front of him, and a milky white halo flowing endlessly within the cauldron.

After a whole night of tempering, the tenacious humanoid phantom within the Southern Emperor Seal was finally completely refined.

"finally."

Gu Sheng opened his eyes, his gaze seemingly sparkling with stars.

He reached out and beckoned, and the milky white halo slowly floated into his palm, merging into his body without any hindrance.

In an instant, a powerful life force surged through my limbs and bones like a tidal wave.

Gu Sheng could clearly feel that every inch of his muscles and every bone was undergoing tremendous changes.

"Is this the Daoist essence of the Southern Emperor's Longevity Path?"

Gu Sheng was surprised to find that these Daoist principles merged with him exceptionally smoothly, as if they had always belonged to him.

"No wonder the Southern Emperor was able to contend with many Qi Refining experts back then using his body-refining techniques."

With a thought, his blood and qi surged and roared through his meridians like a dragon.

A faint golden light emanated from the skin, and countless tiny runes could be vaguely seen moving beneath the skin.

"Peak of the Ninth Heaven, Indestructible Golden Body Initially Formed!"

Gu Sheng clenched his fist, and the air crackled as he squeezed it.

He could feel that his current physical strength was enough to withstand the attacks of ordinary King Realm experts without suffering any damage.

"The Southern Emperor's Dao truly integrates body refinement and Qi refinement, reaching the pinnacle of the Earth Martial Realm."

Gu Sheng muttered to himself, his gaze fixed on the Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron, his eyes filled with complex emotions.

"This cauldron"

The Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron floats silently, with nine dragon patterns running across its surface, exuding an ancient and mysterious aura.

Gu Sheng still remembers that it was this cauldron that carried his soul through time and space, allowing him to be reborn in this world.

"Reincarnation and rebirth, refining all things"

Gu Sheng gently stroked the body of the cauldron.

"What is your origin?"

Just then, he suddenly felt something and looked up at the entrance to the cave.

A familiar presence is rapidly approaching.

"Why is she here?"

Gu Sheng frowned slightly, then understood.

"Is it sensing the fluctuations that occurred when I attained enlightenment?"

He waved his hand to put away the Nine Dragons Universe Cauldron and straightened his robes.

A moment later, a purple figure drifted over; it was Miao Muqing.

"What did you say?"

Miao Muqing's beautiful eyes widened, her red lips slightly parted, as she stared incredulously at the calm and composed man before her.

"You actually comprehended the Southern Emperor's Longevity Path overnight?"

Gu Sheng stood by the window, the morning light shining through the window frame onto his sharply defined profile, casting a faint golden glow.

A wisp of azure energy swirled between his fingers, moving like a living thing, sometimes transforming into lotus flowers, sometimes condensing into ancient seal script—the unique "Azure Lotus Longevity Energy" of the Southern Emperor's Longevity Path.

"is it hard?"

Gu Sheng turned his head, his eyes filled with doubt.

"I think it's quite simple."

Miao Muqing's chest heaved violently, and the blue veins on her fair neck were faintly visible.

She spent three whole years barely getting started with the Longevity Path under the personal guidance of the Southern Emperor, yet this man in front of her only took one night.
"you"

She suppressed her shock.

"It seems I underestimated you."

Gu Sheng put away the Azure Lotus Life Force and turned his gaze to the direction of Xiaguang City outside the window.

"What's the situation at Zixia Cave Heaven?"

When serious matters were mentioned, Miao Muqing's expression immediately became solemn.

"The situation is worse than expected. The patriarch of the Zixia Divine Sect seems to have sensed something, and the dangers within the cave are far beyond my estimation."

She paused.

"I have already mobilized manpower from the Southern Emperor's faction, but I'm afraid the Seventy-Two Gods Sect will also take action."

Gu Sheng frowned slightly.

"Tell me more specifically."

Miao Muqing bit her lower lip.

"If you want to quit now, I can arrange for someone to take you away from Xiaguang City."

She looked directly into Gu Sheng's eyes.

"I never intended to harm you; this turn of events was truly unavoidable."

"How serious is it?"

Gu Sheng's voice remained calm.

"Those who enter the Purple Cloud Cave Heaven."

Miao Muqing's voice was low.

"It could be devastating, even fatal. Including me."

The room fell silent for a moment.

The sounds of a bustling market drifted in from outside the window, a stark contrast to the somber atmosphere inside.

Gu Sheng suddenly turned around, his dark eyes as deep as an abyss.

"If I choose to stay, what are your plans?"

Miao Muqing was taken aback, then said seriously.

"The Southern Emperor lineage owes you a great favor. As long as it does not endanger the survival of the Southern Emperor lineage, we will do our best to help with any request."

"Send your men over here."

Gu Sheng said calmly.

"I need to know the details before deciding whether to stay or leave."

Before long, three figures appeared silently in the room.

Leading the group were two men shrouded in black robes, their auras as cold as knives; they were Miao Muqing's personal bodyguards.

The third person was a young woman dressed in purple, with delicate features but a somewhat tired look.

"Mr. Gu."

The woman in purple bowed to Gu Sheng. (End of Chapter)