CHAPTER 442: CHAPTER 108 LONGYAN! ADVANCEMENT TO THE CELESTIAL HUMAN REALM

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Hosting Gu Hanyu naturally couldn’t be done in their own small courtyard.

The Wang Family’s Main Residence also has a proper hall for entertaining distinguished guests. As per custom, Gu Hanyu had already been invited into the main hall used for reception by the steward.

As soon as Wang Shouzhe walked into the Reception Hall, he immediately spotted the graceful silhouette seated on the guest seat.

She was a tall woman, her attire quite simple, not particularly outstanding in appearance, yet her demeanor was pure and transcendental, like a white bird elegantly reflecting upon the water, making it hard for others to harbor any ill will toward her.

"It is truly an honor for our Wang Family to be graced by your presence, Immortal Gu," he took two quick steps forward ceremonially, smiling as he clasped his hands in greeting, "However, how could you not send someone ahead to notify us, so that I, Shouzhe, could greet you at the Changning Guard?"

"Patriarch Shouzhe, you’re too kind." Hearing Wang Shouzhe’s words, the figure on the guest seat rose gracefully and gave him a respectful bow, her voice crisp and enchanting, "Hanyu is merely a humble loose cultivator and does not deserve such distinguished treatment from the Patriarch."

"No, no~ Since we have been afflicted by disasters in the Changning Guard, epidemics have been frequent. Had it not been for your tireless efforts, creating remedies quickly and cooperating with the Academy and City Guardian’s Mansion to control the epidemic early, how could our Changning Guard enjoy its current peace? Such immense virtue truly earns my utmost admiration, Immortal Gu." Wang Shouzhe looked full of respect.

In fact, it was precisely because of this that he came to know the "Dual Excellence of Alchemy and Medicine," Immortal Gu.

In this world, noble families are the foundation; when confronted with natural disasters, they can, of course, advance and retreat together with the organization of the Imperial Court and Academy, but people have selfish desires, how many would truly exhaust themselves for such a cause?

Gu Hanyu, as a mere loose cultivator, harbored such benevolence, doing things that many noble families failed to achieve. This alone was enough to make Wang Shouzhe view her in higher regard.

After some brief pleasantries, the two of them seated themselves, sipping spirit tea and casually conversing, occasionally chatting about some anecdotes related to the flooding.

Back then, the Wang Family undertook the resettlement of 40,000 refugees in one stroke, a commendable feat indeed, which Gu Hanyu naturally had heard about and was full of admiration for. Hence, her attitude towards Wang Shouzhe was exceedingly polite.

With three cups of tea, the sense of unfamiliarity between them diminished considerably.

Then Gu Hanyu brought up the main business: "Patriarch Shouzhe, Hanyu actually came this time to entrust two matters to the Patriarch."

"Immortal Gu, please speak." Wang Shouzhe adopted a listening posture, "With the Immortal’s benevolence towards our Changning Guard, anything entrusted by the Immortal will be considered thoughtfully by Shouzhe."

As the saying goes, one doesn’t visit the Temple of the Three Treasures without a reason; Gu Hanyu’s visit must have some request in mind, and he was well aware of this.

He also intended to seize this opportunity to build a good relationship with Gu Hanyu, the Dual Excellence of Alchemy and Medicine.

This person was not only a rare high-level alchemist but seemed to have a commendable character. If the chance arose to bring her on board as a Foreign Minister, it would be entirely beneficial for the Wang Family.

"Earlier, I inadvertently heard Beichen Ancestor of the Xu Family mention that Patriarch Shouzhe accidentally acquired some of the legendary Wedding Robe Blood Gu," Gu Hanyu hesitated slightly, "Hanyu had read about Wedding Robe Blood Gu in ancient books out of curiosity, and naturally would like the chance to see it."

Beichen Ancestor...

Wang Shouzhe was speechless for a moment.

This old guy usually seems quite reliable, but why does he spill everything as soon as he encounters a beauty? Could it be that having just advanced to the Celestial Human Realm, suddenly gaining two hundred years of lifespan makes him think about remarriage?

"Please don’t blame Beichen Ancestor, Patriarch Shouzhe." Gu Hanyu apologized, "He accidentally revealed some clues, which I grasped and gradually teased out the information."

"It’s just a small matter." Wang Shouzhe shook his head, indicating he didn’t mind, "However, all of our Wang Family’s Wedding Robe Blood Gu have been allocated by me, and I’m afraid we can’t spare one for the Immortal."

Given his character, he certainly wasn’t one to fawn over someone just for their looks, handing out Wedding Robe Blood Gu casually. She was welcome to see them, but it’s limited to just seeing them.

Gu Hanyu nodded and said, "Hanyu’s primary purpose is just to experience them, with no intention of coveting the Patriarch’s treasures."

"In that case, I will have someone prepare a courtyard for the Immortal, allowing you to stay with the Wang Family for some time, and you will have the chance to see them." Wang Shouzhe then shifted the topic, "Immortal, you mentioned there was another matter from your visit?"

"The other matter is a request from Huangfu Chengpeng of the Changning Huangfu Family, who entrusted me as a mediator to speak on their behalf." Gu Hanyu’s expression showed slight difficulty, "In principle, I shouldn’t interfere in disputes between two families. However, when I first established myself at Changning Guard, the Huangfu Family offered me significant support, so I mustered the courage to make this trip."

"Oh." Wang Shouzhe nonchalantly sipped his tea, "The case of the Changning Huangfu Family colluding with the Yin Sha Sect is handled by the City Guardian’s Mansion and the Academy. We, the Wang Family, are merely a local family with limited influence; why would Huangfu Chengpeng approach us?"

Gu Hanyu nodded, "From the current situation I’ve understood, the collusion between the Huangfu Family and the Yin Sha Sect seems irrefutably proven, and they cannot escape the fate of exile."

She paused for a moment, "Currently, the Huangfu Family requests that the Wang Family spare those of their remaining clan members who were not involved in the incident."

"Immortal Gu laughs." Wang Shouzhe chuckled, "Though we have some grievances with the Huangfu Family, we will accept whatever decision the City Guardian’s Mansion makes, without questioning whether we should spare anyone or not."