CHAPTER 482: CHAPTER 265: TREASURE OF THE CHU COUNTRY DRAGON VEIN

"Boom!"

The wave of the attack, like the wrath of thunder, struck fiercely against the abdomen of the Blue Sea Whisker Demon, a deafening explosion resonating through the depths of the ocean.

The enormous figure let out a heart-wrenching roar under the violent impact, as if the entire sea were trembling in its wake.

Following the roar, the massive body of the Blue Sea Whisker Demon began to collapse and disintegrate rapidly. Countless tentacles broke off, transforming into billowing black mist that dissipated into the seawater.

Gu Sheng and Mu Yuanyuan exchanged glances and saw the joy and relief in each other’s eyes.

They knew that, after a grueling battle, they had finally defeated this formidable foe.

"Gu Sheng, your swordsmanship is becoming more and more impressive."

Mu Yuanyuan praised, her eyes glimmering with admiration.

Gu Sheng smiled modestly and said, "Not at all, it’s your Illusion Realm technique that made the difference. Without it, we wouldn’t have been able to defeat the Blue Sea Whisker Demon."

As they spoke, the two began moving toward a cave.

This cave was located deep within the Spiritual Awakening Valley, with dense spiritual energy hovering in the air, as though it were a natural treasury of spiritual energy.

Entering the cave, a rich wave of spiritual energy rushed toward them, instantly invigorating their spirits.

The light inside the cave was dim, but barely visible was a robust ancient tree standing in front of them.

The tree seemed to have endured countless eras, its trunk marked by the traces of time, its boughs flourishing, emanating an immense vitality.

On its branches, spiritual energy condensed into drops of spiritual liquid, crystal-clear like morning dew, slowly dripping down.

"This is the Spirit Awakening Lingzhi!"

Gu Sheng’s eyes lit up, and he cautiously approached the ancient tree.

On its trunk grew three large Lingzhi mushrooms, each emitting a strong herbal aroma, clearly a rare and precious spiritual medicine.

He gently stretched out his hand, carefully picking the Spirit Awakening Lingzhi one by one and placing them into a specially crafted jade box.

These Lingzhi were undeniably invaluable cultivation resources for him.

Meanwhile, Mu Yuanyuan was busy collecting the dripping spiritual liquid.

She took out numerous porcelain bottles, carefully catching every drop of the liquid, unwilling to waste even a trace.

"This spiritual liquid is a treasure too. It’s excellent for cultivation or alchemy."

Mu Yuanyuan exclaimed excitedly, her face radiating a satisfied smile.

Gu Sheng nodded in agreement; he too understood the preciousness of the spiritual liquid.

As the two collected the liquid, they marveled at the beauty of the cave surroundings.

The cave gradually grew brighter, as if some mysterious force was dispelling the darkness.

On the surrounding rock walls, an array of peculiar spirit grasses and spirit flowers grew, emitting a faint glow that illuminated the cave like an Immortal Realm.

"This place is stunning, almost like a natural sanctuary of spiritual energy."

Mu Yuanyuan exclaimed in awe, never having seen such a magnificent sight.

Gu Sheng stood deeply transfixed by the beauty before him; he took a deep breath, as if trying to absorb all the rich spiritual energy into himself.

As the spiritual energy poured in, he felt as though his meridians were singing, his strength swelling within him in waves.

And Mu Yuanyuan, too, was greedily absorbing the spiritual energy, her eyes sparkling with an unusual brilliance—as though intoxicated by it.

Her gaze gradually grew hazy, and when she looked at Gu Sheng, a hint of inexplicable emotion shimmered in her eyes.

Feeling Mu Yuanyuan’s gaze, Gu Sheng turned his head, just in time to meet her hazy stare.

His heart stirred, and he couldn’t help but move closer, asking softly, "Yuanyuan, are you alright? Did you absorb too much spiritual energy?"

Mu Yuanyuan shook her head slightly, her lips curling into a playful smile as she looked at Gu Sheng with mischievous eyes:

"Gu Sheng, you know what? Right now, I feel like I’m drunk. My heart feels warm, like there’s something quietly sprouting inside me."

Gu Sheng was taken aback but soon laughed: "Drunk Spirit, is it? You better be careful—you wouldn’t want to actually pass out here."

Mu Yuanyuan giggled, reached out her arm to gently loop around Gu Sheng’s, and rested her head on his shoulder:

"I won’t, not when you’re here. I won’t pass out with you beside me."

Feeling Mu Yuanyuan’s soft body pressed against him, Gu Sheng’s heart stirred with an inexplicable emotion. He lowered his gaze toward Mu Yuanyuan, his eyes resembling pools of tenderness.

"Yuanyuan, you know, I also enjoy being with you. It feels like the whole world turns warmer."

Mu Yuanyuan lifted her head, meeting Gu Sheng’s eyes. Both of their gazes brimmed with profound emotions.

She smiled softly, leaned closer to Gu Sheng’s ear, and whispered, "Gu Sheng, will we always be together?"

The words awakened a deep feeling in Gu Sheng’s heart. He tightly clasped her hand, his eyes glimmering with resolve:

"Yes, we’ll always be together. No matter what challenges we face, we will overcome them, hand in hand."

Their gazes intertwined, as though in this moment, the entire world was reduced to just the two of them.

They leaned on each other, feeling the warmth of the other’s presence, a moment that felt eternal.

Gu Sheng, at this moment, was like a drunken man, his words seeming like the ramblings of someone intoxicated.

As for whether his words would hold true when he sobered up, that was another matter entirely.

Returning to the Holy Pill Sect, Gu Sheng retrieved the Spirit Awakening Lingzhi he had collected, preparing to refine them.

The Spirit Awakening Lingzhi was crucial for Gu Sheng; he took all three without leaving one for Mu Yuanyuan. In exchange, he allowed her to take all the spiritual liquid.

These precious spiritual medicines were brimming with dense life essence, vital for the restoration of the Green Vine Demon Soul.

Inside his cultivation chamber, Gu Sheng activated an array and placed a large wooden barrel at its core.

He carefully placed the Spirit Awakening Lingzhi into the barrel, then began channeling his mana to refine them.