Chapter 1756 - 891: Greater Doubts

Chapter 1756: Chapter 891: Greater Doubts

More notably, there was a woman dressed in an elegant silver dress, with an ethereal and tranquil demeanor, bearing a five to six point resemblance to Fan Mingli, quietly sitting to the side.

Upon seeing Gu Sheng enter, Tantai Bingtang was the first to speak, introducing the two parties in a cool voice.

"Qingyun, this is Fan Qingcheng, my sister Fan, the elder sister of Master Fan from the Holy Academy."

She paused, adding another sentence.

"Also... my friend."

The woman in the silver dress, Fan Qingcheng, stood up and nodded slightly towards Gu Sheng, revealing a gentle yet somewhat aloof smile.

"Young Master Gu, I’ve long admired you. I am merely a stand-in for Miss, not deserving of Bingtang’s introduction like this."

"Stand-in?"

Upon hearing this, Tantai Xueling’s beautiful brows furrowed imperceptibly, seemingly surprised and somewhat dissatisfied with Fan Qingcheng revealing her identity so bluntly.

She discreetly transmitted a message to Gu Sheng, with a hint of teasing.

"It seems my sister and her so-called ’friend’ share an extraordinary bond, even sharing such secrets."

Gu Sheng ignored Tantai Xueling’s transmission, merely cupping his hands in a salute to Fan Qingcheng.

"Miss Fan."

He couldn’t help but ponder, the sister of Fan Mingli? Moreover, a stand-in? Such an identity was intriguing.

Tantai Bingtang seemed unaware of her sister’s subtle emotion. She looked at Gu Sheng, directly addressing the main issue, her tone carrying an undeniable decisiveness.

"Qingyun, the journey to the Central Province is long, and the situation unclear. After discussing with the Dean, we have decided to ask Sister Qingcheng to escort you on the way."

"Miss Fan as an escort?"

Gu Sheng found it somewhat unexpected. For someone potentially being the sister of the Dean of the Holy Academy, with unfathomable cultivation, to personally escort — such treatment seemed overly generous.

"Indeed."

Tantai Bingtang affirmed.

"The people of the Holy Land have deep calculations. Although Saint Master Juque seems not to harbor ill intentions towards you, since he has taken notice of you, it’s hard to ensure other forces won’t spy on you secretly. With Sister Qingcheng’s escort, it’s more secure.

She only needs to ensure your safe arrival in the Central Province region, and the rest of the journey will be up to you."

She paused, her gaze shifting to Tantai Xueling, and continued.

"Additionally, I hope... Xueling can accompany you to the Central Province."

As soon as she spoke, even Tantai Xueling was taken aback.

Tantai Bingtang explained.

"With the current complex situation in the East Desolation, the descent of the two Holy Lands stirs undercurrents. As the Pavilion Master of Linyin Pavilion, Xueling becomes too conspicuous. Staying here is unsafe. Returning to the Tantai Family in the Central Province, where the family can offer protection, is more prudent.

Moreover..."

She glanced at Gu Sheng.

"You two will take separate paths. I will ask Elder Xia to escort Xueling along a relatively hidden route.

In this way, not only can we ensure Xueling’s safety, but also disperse potential attention."

Gu Sheng hesitated for a moment, looking at Tantai Xueling, and seeing she was surprised but did not object, rather showing a hint of contemplation in her eyes, he knew that Tantai Bingtang’s arrangement must have a deeper meaning.

He finally nodded.

"Alright, as Master Bingtang says."

Seeing Gu Sheng’s agreement, Tantai Bingtang’s expression softened slightly, saying.

"Recently, the people of the Holy Land will remain in Great Wilderness City to handle the relocation matters, temporarily unable to attend to other concerns. After roughly discussing the subsequent arrangements with Master Fan, you may leave in assurance."

Gu Sheng thought for a moment, but couldn’t help asking.

"Master Bingtang, the current situation in the East Desolation... what exactly is happening? Why have the two Holy Lands suddenly relocated here?"

Tantai Bingtang shook her head, her stunning face enveloped in a layer of Ningshuang.

"The involvement is vast, the internal information extremely complex. With your current strength, knowing too much is not beneficial.

Some information, even I need to reach the Heavenly King Realm before having the qualification to touch upon it. You just need to understand that the event of the Holy Land is merely the beginning. The East Desolation is about to encounter a change not seen in tens of thousands of years. You... need to become stronger quickly."

Her words carried huge informational weight and heavy pressure, but the specific details remained deeply hidden.

Although Gu Sheng was more puzzled in his heart, he understood Tantai Bingtang was thinking for his good. Knowing less sometimes helps avoid many unnecessary troubles and dangers.

He turned to ask.

"Then, the East Desolation... is there any imminent danger?"

"There shouldn’t be, for now."

Tantai Bingtang said.

"The Holy Land has just arrived and needs time to stabilize its foundations and assess power. All parties are observing as well.

However... this is just the calm before the storm. No one can predict when chaos will ensue.

So you need to leave soon."

At this moment, Fan Qingcheng, who had been quietly listening, got up slowly, her voice serene and ethereal.

"Since everything has been discussed, let’s depart. I am only responsible for escorting Young Master Gu to the border of the Central Province. Beyond that, the journey is not my concern. Miss still has important matters that require my return."

Her attitude was clear and direct, viewing the escort as merely a task rather than an intimate duty.

...

At noon, Gu Sheng, Qidiao Yaoyao, Gu Yuanyuan, and the accompanying Fan Qingcheng, reached Wuyun City via the Transmission Array of Great Wilderness City.

The Wuyun City now had changed considerably compared to when Gu Sheng left. After the Gu family’s catastrophic tragedy, several families previously suppressed in the city rose rapidly, dividing and consuming the vast businesses and territories left by the Gu family, reshuffling the power structure within the city.

And that mansion, which once symbolized the top-tier power of Wuyun City, now remained a patch of scorched ruins, resembling a giant scar, standing abruptly in the city’s most bustling area.

Due to its significant involvement and the fact that the Gu family still had Gu Sheng, this "remaining evildoer" outside, its ownership remained undecided, with no one daring to meddle easily, thus left abandoned, seemingly silently recounting that tragic upheaval.