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

With a thought, his consciousness sank into his body and connected with the long-dormant mark representing the inheritance of the "Divine Craft Labyrinth".

The next moment, his figure rippled like water and disappeared silently from the quiet room.

……

The scene before him shifted, and Gu Sheng found himself in a strange space.

This is not a magnificent palace, but rather a huge, ancient workshop filled with all sorts of intricate mechanisms, turning gears, and interwoven energy pipes.

The air was filled with the smells of engine oil, metal, and some strange energy. The surrounding walls were inlaid with countless crystal screens that shimmered with various colors of light, displaying complex and incomprehensible data and runes.

This is the inner space of the Divine Craft Labyrinth, the sacred site for the inheritance of the ancient Divine Craftsmanship.

As soon as Gu Sheng appeared, a slightly excited and respectful voice rang out from in front of him.

"Yue Kun greets his master!"

A figure, slightly ethereal yet much more solid, stood bowing not far away.

He was dressed in simple, ancient craftsman's clothes, his hair was neatly combed, and his eyes were full of wisdom and vicissitudes. He was Yue Shen Gong, the spirit of the Divine Craftsman's Labyrinth.

Yue Shenggong straightened up, feeling the more active and pure spiritual energy and energy particles of heaven and earth in the surrounding space, which were completely different from those in the Eastern Wilderness. An uncontrollable joy appeared on his face, and he bowed deeply to Gu Sheng once again.

"I sense that the spiritual energy and laws here are vastly different from those of the Eastern Wilderness, much more ancient and expansive. It must be the Central Plains! Thank you, Master, for keeping your promise and bringing me back to my homeland! I will never forget this kindness and virtue!"

Gu Sheng's gaze fell on Yue Shenggong, and he nodded slightly, acknowledging his gratitude.

He paused for a moment, then got straight to the point and asked.

"Master Yue, I have come here today to discuss our previous agreement."

The Divine Labyrinth, a strange space filled with mechanical precision and ancient energy.

Looking at Yue Shenggong, who was both respectful and excited, Gu Sheng directly stated his purpose.

"Master Yue, now that I have brought you to Zhongzhou, it is time to lift the restrictions that limit your freedom, as agreed. However, before lifting them, I need to know how you plan to find the reincarnation of your first wife. Zhongzhou is vast, and finding someone here is like finding a needle in a haystack."

Upon hearing this, Yue Shenggong's illusory figure trembled slightly, his eyes revealing a complex expression interwoven with reminiscence, pain, and a glimmer of hope.

He replied respectfully.

"Reporting to Master, this old man dares not presume to ask Master to trouble himself too much with my affairs."

My wife and I once forged a pair of strange magical artifacts called the 'Reincarnation Locks.' They were not for attack or defense; their sole purpose was to refine and bind a trace of our soul essence, merging it into the deepest recesses of each other's souls.

He paused and continued to explain.

"As long as this remnant soul of mine remains, and I use the power of the Divine Craftsmanship Labyrinth to leave that sealed secret realm and actively approach her reincarnated body within a certain range... the 'lock' deep within her soul will resonate and sense it subtly! Although she may have no memories after her reincarnation, this tremor originating from the very source of her soul cannot be erased!"

Yue Shenggong's voice was filled with unwavering certainty and anticipation.

"Based on the vague direction my remnant soul sensed regarding the 'Reincarnation Lock,' and my understanding of the various forces in Zhongzhou from my previous life, my wife's reincarnation is very likely located in one of the four holy lands: 'Heavenly Forging,' 'Heavenly Skill,' 'Heavenly Secret,' or 'Thousand Illusions'! These four holy lands are all related to forging, mechanisms, deduction, or illusion, and are most compatible with my wife's path in her previous life!"

Gu Sheng's eyes flickered slightly, and he spoke.

"The Heavenly Forged Holy Land has already moved to the Eastern Wilderness."

Yue Shenggong was stunned for a moment, then suddenly realized.

"I see... Then the remaining possibilities lie in the three holy lands of Tianqiao, Tianji, and Qianhuan."

I'll keep an eye on it.

Gu Sheng nodded, which was considered his agreement.

"Once this matter is settled, I will visit each of these sacred sites."

Upon hearing this, Yue Shenggong became so moved that his figure solidified slightly. He bowed deeply, his voice choked with emotion.

"Thank you, Master! This old man... this old man's soul is now weak, and he is only clinging to life by this Divine Craftsmanship Labyrinth. If no opportunity arises, at most in another ten years or so, this remnant soul will completely dissipate into the world. If Master can help this old man fulfill his wish to see his wife one last time..."

He raised his head, his gaze fixed intently on the deepest part of the labyrinth, the area sealed off by countless complex runes and energy channels, and solemnly made his promise.

"Then, within this Divine Craftsmanship Maze, the greatest secret that no one has been able to unlock since the destruction of the ancient Divine Craftsmanship Path... I will gladly offer it up to you, Master, to help you truly take control of this maze and obtain its ultimate inheritance!"

Gu Sheng gave Yue Shenggong a deep look, then glanced at the mysterious core area, and simply gave a faint reply.

"Ah."

Immediately, his consciousness exited the Divine Craft Labyrinth.

……

Meanwhile, far away in the core area of ​​the Wanxiang Imperial City, within the Wanxiang Sacred Land.

In a secluded cultivation ground shrouded in rich spiritual energy and filled with powerful restrictions.

Elder Lu's true form was ashen-faced as he carefully examined the unconscious and weak Lu Chensong.

He used various secret methods to carefully examine the area several times, but his brows furrowed more and more.

"Strange... Apart from the excessive consumption of true qi and spiritual power, as well as some minor internal organ tremors and flesh injuries, there are no other hidden injuries or foreign energy residues in the body... Where is the strange confinement that Gu Sheng planted hidden?"

Elder Lu muttered to himself, his eyes filled with doubt and a hint of unease.

He clearly sensed an inexplicable stagnation in his grandson's soul, yet he couldn't find any substantial problem.

Just then, the few protectors who followed Lu Chensong walked in tremblingly and knelt on the ground.

Elder Lu raised his head, his gaze sweeping over them coldly, his voice as icy as ice.

"A bunch of useless fools! Why didn't they stop Shen Song from fighting Gu Sheng sooner?! They've put him in such a dangerous situation!"

The leader of the protectors was covered in cold sweat and quickly kowtowed to admit his mistake.

"Elder, please calm down! It was our incompetence! At that time... at that time, the young master insisted on fighting, and Gu Sheng took the initiative to propose a life-or-death duel with an astonishing stake. We thought... we thought victory was certain, so we did not forcibly stop him... We deserve to die!"

Seeing their terrified expressions, Elder Lu took a deep breath and forcibly suppressed his anger.

He knew now was not the time to dwell on these matters; the immediate priority was to stabilize the situation and find a way to resolve the potential problems with his grandson. "That's enough!"

He waved his hand, his tone menacing.

"Make a note of this matter! Listen, before Shen Song awakens, use all available resources to block the news! I want no one in this Myriad Manifestations Imperial City to dare mention what happened at the Myriad Treasures Hall today! If anyone discusses it privately or lets the news spread, you will be held accountable!"

"Yes! I understand! I will certainly take care of it!"

The protectors, feeling as if they had been granted a pardon, quickly accepted the order and bowed as they withdrew from the secluded retreat area.

Only after leaving the sacred ground and escaping Elder Lu's oppressive aura did the leading protector straighten up, a hint of lingering fear and resentment flashing across his face, and he cursed under his breath.

"You old fool! Your own grandson is a good-for-nothing who provoked a powerful enemy, yet he takes his anger out on us!"

But he only dared to curse in his heart, knowing full well the cruelty of surviving in the holy land.

His current status and cultivation level are entirely due to Elder Lu's promotion and resource allocation. If he loses this backer, he will find it difficult to move an inch within the Holy Land. Despite his dissatisfaction, he immediately suppressed his emotions and began to arrange for the news to be blocked.

'Damn it, that idiot Lu Chensong! Holding a divine weapon at the peak of the Venerable realm, he was completely toyed with by a mere seventh-level Sect Realm brat! He's utterly disgraced the Holy Land!' He muttered to himself as he walked, 'And that Gu Sheng, and the Myriad Treasures Hall… this matter is probably not over yet. I need to be careful and avoid getting dragged into it again.'

……

Late at night, in Tianyuan Imperial City.

Compared to the Myriad Manifestations Imperial City, this city appeared far more ancient, magnificent, and prosperous. The massive city gate resembled the gaping maw of a prehistoric beast, and the towering walls pierced the clouds, their surfaces adorned with flowing runes that emanated a chilling energy. Within the city, buildings stood side-by-side, each with its own distinct style. The streets were wide enough to accommodate dozens of demonic beasts walking side-by-side, and from time to time, magnificent flying boats and powerful cultivators streaked across the night sky like streaks of light.

Gu Sheng, Tantai Xueli, Tantai Xuefei, Gu Yuanyuan, and Qi Diaoyaoyao, a group of five, walked out of a large teleportation array.

Looking at the scene before her, which was several times more prosperous and flourishing than the Myriad Manifestations Imperial City, especially the abundant spiritual energy of heaven and earth that was almost liquefied, Gu Yuanyuan couldn't help but exclaim in a low voice, and then asked curiously.

"Master, why are all the cities here called 'Imperial Cities'?"

Upon hearing this, Tantai Xueli gently explained to her.

"In Zhongzhou, only the 108 core martial arts cities directly governed and controlled by the Holy Land are qualified to be called 'Imperial Cities.' This means that these cities possess a status and strength akin to a martial arts emperor. The 'Tianyuan Imperial City' where we are now is controlled by the 'Tianyuan Holy Land.'"

The Heavenly Origin Holy Land is far more powerful than the Myriad Manifestations Holy Land we were in before, so the Heavenly Origin Imperial City is naturally much more prosperous than the Myriad Manifestations Imperial City.”

Gu Yuanyuan nodded, seemingly understanding but not quite.

Just then, a gentle and clear voice came from behind everyone.

"This must be the renowned Gu Sheng, Brother Gu, who is famous throughout the Eastern Wilderness, right?"

Everyone turned around and saw a young man with a handsome face and a gentle, refined demeanor, dressed in a blue scholar's robe and wearing a square scarf, walking towards them with a smile.

He walked with composure, his aura restrained, yet he gave off an unfathomable feeling.

The young man approached, bowed to Gu Sheng with elegant posture and sincere tone.

"My name is Tantai Bingyu. I have heard of Brother Gu's name many times from my younger sister Bingtang's letters. Brother Gu not only saved my sister's life in the Eastern Wilderness, but also took good care of Xue Li. I am deeply grateful for such kindness and gratitude. On behalf of my sister, I thank Brother Gu!"

As he spoke, he solemnly bowed deeply to Gu Sheng.

Gu Sheng frowned almost imperceptibly as he looked at the other party's overly thoughtful, even somewhat cumbersome, etiquette.

He was aloof and disliked such formalities, finding the man's excessive politeness rather annoying.

He reached out a hand to help, his tone indifferent.

"Both the Pavilion Master of Bingtang Pavilion and Xue Li have helped me a lot. We have only supported each other. There is no need for you to be so polite."

However, just as his hand was about to touch Tantai Bingyu's arm, intending to help her up—

Gu Sheng felt a sudden chill run down his spine!
He felt that his physical strength, enhanced by both his Dao Body and Glazed Golden Body, which was enough to easily overturn mountains, was completely ineffective against his opponent, like a mud ox sinking into the sea! Tantai Bingyu's seemingly frail and delicate figure remained completely still, like an ancient pine tree rooted deep in the earth!

A hint of surprise flashed in Gu Sheng's eyes, and he instantly withdrew his hand.

Tantai Bingyu seemed to have been touched lightly by him, and straightened up without hesitation, her face still bearing that gentle smile, as if the brief struggle had never happened.

Seeing this, Tantai Xuefei, with her big, dark eyes darting around, hopped over to Tantai Bingyu, put her hands on her hips, and asked with a grin.

"Hey! Bookworm! Do you still recognize me?"

Tantai Bingyu's gaze then turned to Tantai Xuefei. He was slightly taken aback at first, then carefully examined her face, which had grown up and was bright and beautiful, yet with some familiar features, as well as the undisguised, vigorous aura of a first-stage Venerable Realm cultivator on her body.

His eyes lit up with surprise, and he bowed deeply again towards Gu Sheng, his voice filled with sincere gratitude.

"Brother Gu! So it turns out that Sister Xuefei's recovery is also thanks to you! This kindness and virtue is heavier than mountains for my Tantai family! Bingyu thanks you again, Brother Gu!"

Gu Sheng frowned even more as he watched him about to bow again.

Gu Sheng's gaze fell on Tantai Bingyu, scrutinizing her closely. This person was extremely handsome, even possessing a slightly feminine elegance, but there was a heroic spirit between her brows, showing no trace of effeminacy.

He was elegant and refined, with a gentle and refined manner. His aura was so well-controlled that at first glance, he looked like a well-read but physically weak scholar.

However, in that brief encounter, Gu Sheng clearly sensed the astonishing power hidden beneath the seemingly frail body of his opponent. His own powerful strike, capable of shaking mountains, had failed to budge him in the slightest! This person's strength was probably… no less than that of Tantai Bingtang, who had left such a deep impression on him!

Tantai Bingyu seemed to see the inquiry and curiosity in Gu Sheng's eyes. He smiled slightly and took the initiative to speak. His tone was still gentle, but he pointed out the key point.

"Brother Gu's support just now must have involved nearly 'the power of thirty acupoints'."

With such physical strength, it's no wonder you can fight beyond your level. Brother Gu's true combat power must be approaching the threshold of the Heavenly King Realm, right?

"The power of thirty acupoints?"

Gu Sheng raised an eyebrow; this was the first time he had heard such a statement.

Upon seeing this, Tantai Xuefei immediately began to chatter and explain.

"This is how the combat strength of body cultivators is measured in Zhongzhou! A thousand catties is one jun, and a million jun of power is called 'one aperture'. It is said that the top holy lands in Zhongzhou that focus on physical cultivation adopted this method to unify the measurement standards, and it is only circulated among the upper echelons of Zhongzhou. Someone like you who has the power of thirty apertures is already very impressive!"

Tantai Bingyu nodded with a smile and added.

"Sister Xuefei is right. With the power of thirty acupoints, one is not far from the 'Great Perfection Golden Body' realm, which signifies physical sainthood." (End of Chapter)