Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

As their cultivation deepened, they entered an even higher state of practice—the Joyful Buddha mode.

In this mode, they transformed into a pair of perfect beings, continuing their study of the Dream Butterfly Atlas.

In this realm, their bond extended beyond one another, enveloping all life with a shared resonance.

They could rapidly emulate any entity, even if it was just virtual. Nevertheless, this opened Gu Sheng’s eyes to fresh horizons.

So cultivating could be so delightful, so imaginative!

Time seemed to pass unnoticed as the two withdrew from the virtual space and returned to reality.

They found their cultivation realms had both advanced significantly.

Gu Sheng had broken through from the First Layer Heaven of the Sun Realm to the Second Layer Heaven, while Yan Ruyu had risen from the Third Layer Heaven of the Navel Wheel Realm to the Ninth Layer Heaven.

Their breakthroughs were immediately followed by an immense Heavenly Tribulation.

This was heaven’s trial for cultivators, an inevitable test on the path of advancement.

”Boom—”

Thunder rumbled across the sky. Dark clouds gathered as lightning streaked and roared.

As the Heavenly Tribulation approached, the two exchanged a smile, ready to once again activate the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra to jointly withstand this divine test.

They pressed their palms together, uniting their minds and forming an invisible force.

When the first bolt of divine lightning struck, the light around them flickered, dissolving the lightning’s power into nothingness.

Then came the second bolt, the third bolt...

Every bolt of divine lightning seemed powerful enough to tear through the void, yet together they nullified each strike.

Yan Ruyu looked at Gu Sheng, whose firm gaze and golden radiance of his Ancient Sacred Body inspired both gratitude and admiration.

She knew that without Gu Sheng’s help, she couldn’t have passed this tribulation so effortlessly.

And Gu Sheng offered her an encouraging smile, as if silently saying, ”Don’t worry—I’m here.”

Through the trial of the Heavenly Tribulation, their cultivation and mental power greatly advanced.

When the last bolt of divine lightning dissipated into the horizon, the two exchanged smiles, as though everything was understood without words.

”Young Master Gu, thank you,” Yan Ruyu said sincerely, ”I couldn’t have overcome this tribulation without you.”

”Miss Yan, you’re too kind,” Gu Sheng replied with a smile. ”We are both friends and partners on the path of cultivation. Helping each other is only natural.”

Departing from the Demon Clan’s territory, Gu Sheng walked alone across a vast wilderness. The setting sun spilled its glow upon him, golden light merging with the radiance of his Ancient Sacred Body, making him appear like a blazing golden flame.

Suddenly, a flash of sword light pierced the sky, accompanied by a long cry as a young man in white robes descended.

”Swoosh—”

A streak of white, like a shooting star, sliced through the heavens and approached Gu Sheng rapidly. It was Jiang Yichen of the Heavenly Dao Sect, dressed in white robes, wielding a longsword, his gaze cold as ice.

”Gu Sheng, you’ve finally shown yourself,” Jiang Yichen sneered, his lips curling as his longsword gleamed with frosty light. ”Let’s see how you escape this time!”

Gu Sheng halted, his golden eyes revealing determination and courage. He slowly turned to face Jiang Yichen’s provocation without displaying a shred of fear.

”Jiang Yichen, you’ve chased me for so long. Aren’t you tired?” Gu Sheng asked calmly, his tone unshakably confident.

”Hmph. If I can sever your head, any exhaustion is worth it!” Jiang Yichen retorted coldly, gripping his longsword as his aura surged abruptly.

Gu Sheng chuckled and shook his head. ”Your Heavenly Dao Sect professes to be the leader of the righteous path, yet you’re so obsessed with hunting down a nobody like me. Truly laughable.”

”You carry a precious treasure and bear grave enmity with my sect. How could I let you go?” Jiang Yichen said, his figure flashing as he transformed into a streak of sword light lashing at Gu Sheng.

Gu Sheng remained motionless, a glint of brilliance flashing in his eyes. The moment the sword light neared him, he abruptly vanished, leaving behind a fleeting afterimage.

”Hmm? A teleportation technique?” Jiang Yichen frowned, swiftly turning to search for Gu Sheng.