Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 1115: Chapter 581: Luochuan Takes Action Personally (Part 2)

"I don’t want it; I find his stuff dirty. You guys take it. I initially thought of saving the people, but now I think it’s better to buy you something."

"But..."

"Brother Sheng, don’t ’but’ anymore. If you consider me one of your own, just take this money; otherwise, I’ll throw it to the back mountain!"

Saying this, Luochuan picked up the box and was about to leave.

Seeing him like this, Lan Yao quickly grabbed him.

"Gu Sheng, why don’t you just take it? So much money would be a shame to throw away, wouldn’t it?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Sheng sighed helplessly.

After pondering, he said, "Keep the woman’s things to yourself, consider it as you giving away some of their wealth. You’ll have something to fall back on in the future, and if you start a family, you won’t shortchange your loved one. The remaining two boxes will be divided and used for our journey. What do you think?"

"I don’t want that woman’s stuff."

"Luochuan, don’t overthink. People are people, money is money. In this world, who would go against money? You’re still young; you have many years ahead, and in between, you’ll have to get married and have children. Without money to fall back on, you’ll definitely struggle to progress, and you’ll end up shortchanging your wife and children. It’s better to keep it, giving yourself some confidence."

After Gu Sheng finished, Bai Yu also persuaded a few words.

Both spoke up, and only then did Luochuan reluctantly nod, but he only wanted that one share, rejecting the others.

Gu Sheng could only follow his wishes to divide the money, and even when equally divided, it was a considerable fortune for everyone.

Having received the money, everyone cheerfully thanked Luochuan.

Seeing their smiling faces, Luochuan finally laughed.

"Seeing you happy makes me happy too; seems I made the right decision this time."

"As long as everyone is happy. But Bai Yu, the woman has set her sights on your White Cloud Sect. Once we handle matters here, you must hurry back to avoid her sneak attacks. It’s definitely not okay for you to be absent."

After Gu Sheng finished speaking, Bai Yu gritted his teeth.

"No one has dared to target our White Cloud Sect for so many years. I didn’t expect this woman to be so bold! If she wants to wipe us out, she must have the ability to do so! Gu Sheng, you all will follow me back then, we’ll crush them effortlessly!"

"Alright, reportedly Saint Ya will also show up by then; we’ll meet her at the White Cloud Sect."

After hearing those words, Gu Sheng was ready to return to the White Cloud Sect with Bai Yu. After all, it was White Cloud Sect’s business, and he couldn’t stand by idly. If he’s going to intervene, he must handle it thoroughly!

"First, deal with the recruitment rally, and prevent them from getting manpower, then we’ll return to the White Cloud Sect to meet that old witch."

When Gu Sheng finished speaking, everyone nodded, preparing to leave at first light.

Just as they were ready to rest, sudden footsteps were heard outside.

The sound was clear, and everyone heard it.

Instantly, everyone instinctively held their breath, drew their weapons, and quietly watched the doorway, ready to act.

When the footsteps stopped outside the door, Lan Yao was already prepared to rush out.

At this moment, a familiar aura came, and Gu Sheng quickly held him back.

"Don’t move; it seems to be Lan Hua."

Hearing this, Lan Yao’s brow furrowed tightly.

"Why is she here? Why is she still lingering around!"

"Don’t rush; we’ll find out soon enough."

Gu Sheng directly pushed open the door, his eyes landing on Lan Hua’s face.

Seeing him, Lan Hua looked excited.

"Gu Sheng, you all are indeed here!"

Seeing her step forward eagerly, Gu Sheng quickly took a step back.

Noticing his action, Lan Hua looked hurt.

"Gu Sheng, I mean no harm."

"Did you come to us for something?"

"The recruitment rally is about to start; I’ve received some clues, and I wanted to inform you, prepare together to go."

"To go together or not, and as for your information... we’ll investigate on our own."

Hearing him drawing the line, tears welled up in Lan Hua’s eyes.

"Gu Sheng, I know it was my fault last time, I’ve cut ties with her, we’re no longer friends. Last time I was too impulsive, my apologies, I’m sorry."

"I accept your apology, but there’s no need for further contact in the future."

"Gu Sheng, my master left a will for me to assist you. Please don’t exclude me, I genuinely don’t have selfish motives regarding you. I genuinely want to help you wholeheartedly!"

Hearing this, Gu Sheng sighed.

"I don’t doubt your sincerity, but you’re too indecisive; a few words from others can change your mind, which is quite frightening. Given the many secrets we carry, the things we do involve life-or-death matters. If because of your soft ears it stirs up trouble, it’ll be impossible to clean up subsequently."

Speaking to this point, Gu Sheng moved aside.

"You’ve seen my people, each has firm beliefs; even if I say today’s moon is green, they would nod without hesitation and insist in the future that the moon is green. Even under threat of life, they wouldn’t change their stance; I need such people, not you."

Once Gu Sheng finished speaking, Lan Hua’s tears fell instantly.

"Gu Sheng, please give me another chance, I promise..."

"You can’t promise; in the future, let’s mind our own business, goodbye."

After finishing the sentence, Gu Sheng directly closed the door.

Lan Hua begged outside for a long time, but he remained unmoved.

Gradually, Lan Yao grew a bit annoyed, scratching his head saying, "Gu Sheng, shall I go and drive them away?"

"No need; she indeed means no harm, don’t go too far."

"She may not have bad intentions, but being used as a tool by such people, she also might not be a good person. This kind of persistence isn’t helpful."

"We’ll leave at dawn. She won’t hold out till then. Everyone should meditate quietly, so as not to be disturbed by external matters, using it to temper our will."

Understanding his meaning, everyone could only ignore the commotion outside and formed a circle to meditate.

As daylight broke, Gu Sheng opened his eyes and flicked his fingers, a trace of spiritual power flew out.

Indeed, the aura outside was gone; Lan Hua had left some time ago.

Gu Sheng breathed a sigh of relief, raised his hand, and pushed the door open.

As soon as the door opened, a soft sound came from outside, some object fell to the ground.

Gu Sheng picked it up for a look; it was the information left by Lan Hua, but the contents were information they had already heard firsthand at King Luo’s mansion, so it was of little significance to them.

Just as Gu Sheng was about to tear it up, Hong Mei walked out.

"Gu Sheng, what’s this?"

"The information left by Lan Hua."

"Is it useful?"

"No, we heard about this firsthand at King Luo’s mansion. You can take a look."

After passing it to Hong Mei, she glanced at it and then directly tore it up.

"No need to keep useless things, lest leaving traces behind."

Gu Sheng agreed and directly released Spiritual Power to destroy the fragments.

Gradually, everyone awakened, and Gu Sheng led them away.

Near Noon, Lan Hua appeared carrying a food box, only to find the place empty.

She panicked a bit, calling out Gu Sheng’s name everywhere, but received no response.

After searching every place, she finally realized that Gu Sheng really had left.

The things in her hands fell to the ground, shattering everywhere, and Lan Hua knelt amidst the mess, crying loudly.

Seeing her like this, her subordinates sighed heavily.

"Shopkeeper, don’t cry; they probably went to the recruitment rally. Let’s go find them."

"What use is it even if we find them? Gu Sheng won’t care about me anymore."

"Shopkeeper, actually it’s not his fault... I already told you that shopkeeper had issues, but..."

Speaking to this point, he didn’t continue, but Lan Hua understood his meaning.

She tightly pursed her lips, finally speaking after a while, "It’s my fault for failing to judge character and not listening to your warnings, that’s why things escalated to this point. It’s me who let down their trust."