Demon Slaying, Gaining 60 Years of Cultivation From the Start
Chapter 1009 - 84: The Influence of Gu Chen (Three more updates of 10,000 words, please subscribe!)

Tobu Jun, reeking of alcohol, approached Gu Chen and asked by name if he dared to fight with his eldest brother.

This situation immediately piqued the interest of many present.

After all, the Tobu family had a significant reputation in the East Profound Region, and his elder brother, Tuoba Ying, was considered the most outstanding talent of the Tobu family in this generation, or perhaps even in hundreds of years. Although not quite at the level of the freaks from the Sun Divine Sparrow Clan or the Chi Dragon Clan, the gap was not too far.

Additionally, the sudden emergence of Gu Chen, who topped the assessment at Qingyun Academy, also aroused everyone's curiosity.

Tuobu Jade approached and hesitated for a moment upon hearing Tobu Jun's words, deciding not to speak up.

Her elder brother, Tuoba Ying, was highly skilled and had chosen to retreat and cultivate upon entering Qingyun Academy. If he could defeat the current Gu Bai, he would undoubtedly gain great prestige, and might even engage in conversation with Yan Qi from the Sun Divine Sparrow Clan or Ao Guang of the Chi Dragon Clan, or possibly even catch the eye of Princess Xidie.

With this thought in mind, Tuobu Jade didn't attempt to stop him.

"What, are you scared?" Tobu Jun arrogantly asked as Gu Chen failed to respond.

"Relying on others gives you a sense of security?" Gu Chen said calmly, without the rage people expected.

"That's my elder brother!" Tobu Jun said proudly, as though he shared in the honor.

"Ridiculous!" Gu Chen shook his head. With that remark alone, he could determine that Tobu Jun would never achieve greatness.

A person who overly relied on others and took pride in it rather than feeling ashamed would naturally not have high expectations for themselves; his path of cultivation would surely not be long.

"You dare insult me?!" Tobu Jun was furious, but fortunately, he still had a shred of reason and did not dare to make a move against Gu Chen.

He wasn't foolish; knowing Gu Chen had topped the White Jade Stairs, his strength was definitely beyond his own.

"Get lost, don't spoil my mood!" Gu Chen waved his sleeve, and in an instant, a fierce wind arose, sending Tobu Jun rolling on the ground like a tumbleweed, flung far away.

Yan Qi of the Sun Divine Sparrow Clan and other prodigies narrowed their eyes slightly, eying Gu Chen with newfound caution.

Truth be told, Tobu Jun was not weak. He possessed two hundred and fifty-one heavenly veins yet was easily defeated by Gu Chen, seemingly without effort.

Or it could be said that none who join Qingyun Academy were weaklings.

Gu Chen maintained a serene demeanor. If it weren't for the academy's explicit rule prohibiting deadly duels outside of the arena, he would have crushed Tobu Jun with a single fingertip long ago.

"It seems that being too low-profile is not always good; otherwise, there will always be clowns trying to make trouble," Gu Chen shook his head.

"Impressive strength, Brother Gu," said Zhen Yuan from the Wujidao Gate, Bai Jingyuan from Cloud Heaven Palace, and Su Nan from the Sumi Buddhist Sect with a smile and a nod of acknowledgment.

Given the forces behind them, they certainly were not afraid of the Tobu family, and feeling an affinity with Gu Chen, they naturally stood by his side without hesitation.

"Young Master Gu indeed possesses remarkable strength," Princess Xidie of the Holy Brilliance Dynasty also said with a light laugh.

Just now, she had discreetly signaled for a servant to attend to the severely injured Tobu Jun and helped him away.

"My second brother drank too much today and has been offensive. I hope Princess Xidie and Young Master Gu will forgive us," Tuobu Jade said with a tense face before quickly trotting off to follow Tobu Jun.

"Young Master Gu, Tuoba Ying and Tobu Jun are brothers of the same mold, but the former is more adept at suppressing his emotions. This time, you've offended his brother, and when he finishes his retreat, there's a good chance he will find trouble with you," Xidie said softly.

Gu Chen, calm and composed, responded, "Does the princess think that what's-his-name, Tuoba Ying, can stand against me?"

Since there will always be those who refuse to let the tree be at peace with the wind still around, Gu Chen was ready to make an example of the Tobu family to deter any tomcat or mongrel from daring to challenge him.

Upon hearing his words, Princess Xidie merely smiled warmly, without further comment.

She was indeed extremely beautiful, with eyes like autumn waters full of life, her delicate features complemented by her crystal-clear complexion and a figure that was both graceful and voluptuously curved. Although not as tall as Gu Chen, she stood out among all the women present.

Besides Princess Xidie, there were other beautiful women present, such as the previously departed Tuobu Jade, all possessing charming attributes.

Unfortunately, these women paled in comparison when stood next to Princess Xidie and were outshone by her.

The Ten Beauties of the spiritual realms truly lived up to their reputation; even from a close distance, Gu Chen could appreciate her breathtaking beauty.

Among all the women he had seen, only Chu Yue Ling, the holy maiden of Taoxu Road, could truly surpass Princess Xidie.

The incident with Tobu Jun was merely an interlude, and soon after the wine had flowed thrice, the atmosphere became lively again.

As top prodigies of various races, listed on the Dao Gold List, with creatures like Ao Guang of the Chi Dragon Clan known across several realms, their gathering brought forth many secrets from various facets, from which Gu Chen gained quite a lot.

After all, having no master, he was less knowledgeable about the secrets of the upper realms compared to these prodigies.

"By the way, have you heard about a young prodigy from the Gray Domain a few months ago, named Gu Jiuge?" Wang Yuan of the Zifu School suddenly asked at that moment.

"I've heard something," several prodigies nodded in acknowledgment.

"Is it the one who single-handedly slew dozens of cultivators in the Huanxu Realm and God Transformation Realm in the Gray Domain?" Chu Liufeng of the Chu Family inquired.

"Exactly," Wang Yuan from the Zifu School affirmed with a nod.

"Single-handedly slaying dozens in the God Transformation Realm and Huanxu Realm? That's impossible!" Yan Qi from the Sun Divine Sparrow Clan frowned, clearly disbelieving.

"Idle rumors!" Ao Guang from the Chi Dragon Clan responded with disdain.

The prodigies from the Kui Niu Clan, Azure Luan Clan, Taotie Clan, Hou Clan, and Bi An Clan also expressed skepticism, considering it a false rumor.

Because, as top geniuses, they were of course aware of how powerful the God Transformation Realm and the Huanxu Realm were.

Among the younger generation, it was impossible for anyone to achieve this step in the Cave Heaven Realm, it was simply a pipe dream.

In the East Profound Region, a genius from the native transcendent power Yuexiao Sect named Chen Xuan gave a faint smile at this moment, his gaze filled with a hint of disdain as he spoke, "I've also heard of this Gu Jiuge affair; chased by the Heavenly Mysterious Imperial Dynasty and the Jiuying Clan. These two powers lack brains themselves, failing to capture him, so such rumors have emerged to save some face for themselves, but they can't be taken seriously at all."

"Indeed."

"Well said."

Yan Qi and the other monsters nodded in agreement; they couldn't possibly believe it, because it was just too preposterous.

If such a monster really existed, what would they be considered?

In fact, aside from the Gray Domain, many people from other realms also regarded this as nothing more than rumor, since such events in history weren't uncommon.

A single realm is so vast, and for news to travel from one realm to another, it must pass through countless people's discussions. The story of the rumor becoming truth when repeated by many is known to all; with so many mouths passing it on, the truth is definitely altered early on.

Of course, to some extent, the fact that Gu Chen's news spread across more than a dozen realms was enough to demonstrate how astonishing this feat was, indeed originally frightening a large number of people.

"What does Princess Xidie think?" Chu Liufeng of the Chu Family turned with a smile to the tenth princess of the Holy Brilliance Dynasty.

"I heard this rumor for the first time today and didn't pay attention to it before. It's really difficult for me to discern its authenticity at this moment," said Princess Xidie with a faint smile, her neck slender, skin like snow, her whole being radiating with a captivating luster, drawing the attention of many monsters present.

Even Yan Qi and Ao Guang were no exception; if it weren't for Princess Xidie's distinguished background, their gazes would not have been so restrained.

"However, I differ in opinion from the rest of you," Chu Liufeng smiled lightly and continued, "Perhaps, this Gu Jiuge possesses some kind of powerful killing weapon."

He paused, then added, "Besides, you might not be aware, but in the Gray Domain there was a secret realm from the last great epoch that opened, and this Gu Jiuge committed a great slaughter within. In front of many, with his own power, he instantly subdued dozens of Cave Heaven Realm cultivators, including even a heretic from the holy sects!"

"Hmm?!"

Upon hearing this, Yan Qi and others were taken aback, with even some of the monsters' eyes widening in disbelief.

Clearly, this piece of news was unknown to many here; Chu Liufeng's revelation caused quite a stir.

Gu Chen sat beside Zhen Yuan and others, giving Chu Liufeng a few glances, wondering how the latter could be so informed about himself?

To think that the Gray Domain was separated from the East Profound Region by more than a dozen realms; usually, even if news spread, it wouldn't be this detailed, unless someone had intentionally investigated it.

"Everyone in the Gray Domain says that this Gu Jiuge certainly has the strength to ascend the Dao Gold List!" Chu Liufeng declared.

The four words "Dao Gold List" immediately caused an even greater sensation.

Especially for people like Yan Qi from the Sun Divine Sparrow Clan, their dream was to be listed on the Dao Gold List.

But to be listed, one must possess the strength to suppress at least ten realms, or more, of the monsters named on the gold list with their own power.

Only then would the Dao Gold List materialize.

Though the upper realms have 3,600 domains, the expanse of a single realm is nearly boundless, and there are no weaklings among those listed on the realm gold list. Subduing ten or more realms to get your name on the gold list is not as easy as imagined; in fact, it's extremely difficult!

Even Yan Qi from the Sun Divine Sparrow Clan or the overly arrogant Ao Guang from the dragon race didn't have absolute confidence in achieving this.

"Gossip is not to be taken for truth!" Ao Guang snorted coldly.

"Unless it happens before my eyes, I too will not believe it," said Yan Qi in agreement.

The rest of the monsters, such as those from the Kui Niu Clan and others, also nodded, agreeing with this opinion.

As top talents themselves, before a battle, no one would admit that they are less skilled than others.

"Young Master Chu, do you know where this Gu Jiuge is now? Was he captured by the Heavenly Mysterious Imperial Dynasty and the Jiuying Clan?" At that moment, Princess Xidie suddenly asked.

Upon hearing this, Chu Liufeng smiled lightly and replied, "I also do not know the exact whereabouts of Gu Jiuge, but I understand that in the end, he escaped from the hands of the Heavenly Mysterious Imperial Dynasty and the Jiuying Clan with the help of the Blood Jade Clan. Not long ago, the Heavenly Mysterious Imperial Dynasty's wanted poster reached here, known to a part of the people, and that's how I came to know it."

"I see," said Princess Xidie, nodding her delicate head, seemingly contemplative.

If the Heavenly Mysterious Imperial Dynasty could issue a wanted poster in the East Profound Region, then it proved that Gu Jiuge might have crossed an extremely distant distance and appeared here.

At that moment, Zhen Yuan spoke, "I've heard that not only in the East Profound Region, but also in other realms like The Hong Domain, the Heavenly Mysterious Imperial Dynasty has issued wanted posters."

"The upper realms are so vast, once he escapes and leaves the Gray Domain, who knows where he could have gone," Chen Xuan from the Yuexiao Sect shook his head.

"Regardless, this Gu Jiuge is indeed extraordinary. If possible, I am indeed interested in meeting him," said Chu Liufeng with a laugh.

"I am also somewhat interested," remarked Princess Xidie, her bright eyes showing favor, echoing the sentiment.

Gu Chen kept silent, making no comment, fortunate that previously he had recounted a fabricated history; and since there were innumerable people with the surname Gu in the upper realms, for the moment, these people didn't suspect him.

After all, as Chen Xuan said, the upper realms are so vast that finding a person is like looking for a needle in a haystack.

At this time, Princess Xidie spoke up, "Do you know that soon, an ancient path site will open in the academy, allowing us to enter. It is said to contain things like the Element Spirit Light and the Solar Essence Fire, among other wondrous objects."

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, interest suddenly surged among the monsters present.