If I become a saint, a celestial official will summon me to raise horses.

Chapter 322 The Evil Tree
The events that occurred within the Great Rift of the Sea did not spread, and a wondrous immortal vanished without a trace.

Since then, Gu An has clearly felt that the number of people inquiring about the Sword Master Fudao on the mainland has decreased sharply, and it seems that the main city of Duanhai Domain has made a choice.

If the Holy Court truly stops plotting against Gu An, Gu An naturally won't bother to care.

Peaceful coexistence is what he desires!
The Broken Sea Region has entered a period of peace, and geniuses and great talents continue to emerge throughout the world, while Gu An remains hidden within the Tai Xuan Sect, observing the changing world with a smile.

A blink of an eye.

Fifty years have passed in a flash.

Gu An returned to the Third Medicine Valley. He looked at his attribute panel and a smile spread across his face.

Name: Gu An

Lifespan: 293/470, 569, 402

……

The harvest from the secluded paradise today has increased his lifespan by nearly forty million years!

So cool!
This is the first time that the Herb Harvest in the Hidden Paradise has been harvested on a large scale. Every year, he will plant high-grade herbs in the Hidden Paradise, and his future income will only increase!

Fifty years have passed, and the Tai Xuan Sect has flourished. Now, in terms of sheer strength, it is one of the top sects on the continent, with only the Seven Star Spirit Realm able to compare.

Most of the servants in the Third Medicine Valley have been replaced; some have left, and some have come. The scene in the Medicine Valley is the same as it was fifty years ago.

Along the way, Gu An kept greeting his disciples.

This scene left Ji Xiaoyu, who was standing in front of the pavilion, somewhat dazed.

She had been gone for decades, and this valley of medicine remained the same as before. How could she not feel emotional?
Gu An arrived at the pavilion and looked Ji Xiaoyu up and down, then smiled and said, "It's been many years, but your aura is even stronger now."

Ji Xiaoyu, dressed in green, still possessed her elegant demeanor. Her green dress resembled a skirt, and as it fluttered in the wind, it created the illusion of flowing clouds.

She stared at Gu An and said, "So many years have passed, and you are still only at the Core Formation stage, while I am already at the Nascent Soul stage. Do you regret it?"

Regret?

How can it be!

Is it always dangerous to go out with you?
Gu An thought to himself, "Over the years, I have often used my divine sense to visit Ji Xiaoyu, and I have even helped her escape danger a few times. I know all too well what she has been through."

"No regrets. I've had a pretty good life these past few years. As for cultivation, I'll take it slow. I'll condense my Nascent Soul sooner or later," Gu An replied nonchalantly.

Ji Xiaoyu stared at him carefully, and after confirming that he was not lying, a smile appeared on her face.

What she admired most about Gu An was his character; she had never seen him angry or jealous, and he always seemed to be smiling.

"Shall we go upstairs and chat?" Gu An asked with a smile, knowing that Ji Xiaoyu had a lot to say.

For Gu An, the journey Ji Xiaoyu had taken over the years was far less than the distance he had covered in a single step. But for her, these decades had been a long time. Occasionally, Gu An could still hear her murmuring to herself as she faced the fire alone.

The Five Elements Thief who had been following Ji Xiaoyu never showed himself; he only secretly escorted her for a while.

After going upstairs and entering the house, Ji Xiaoyu began to recount her experiences over the years. The story was rich and varied, including slaying demons and monsters, thrilling adventures, and even encountering grudges.

Gu An listened attentively, occasionally chiming in, keeping Ji Xiaoyu's urge to confide high.

More than an hour later, Ji Xiaoyu finally finished speaking.

Gu An exclaimed, "How wonderful! It's just like reading a story from a book."

Ji Xiaoyu smiled and said, "I have obtained a legacy left by a previous life, so this trip has not been in vain. I just don't know how far I can go in the end."

It should be the second level of the Immortal Path.

Gu An saw the secret realm, which was created by a rogue immortal, meaning that Ji Xiaoyu's cultivation level in her previous life reached the rogue immortal realm at its highest.

For Ji Xiaoyu at this moment, the Loose Immortals are incredibly powerful and difficult to approach.

Gu An smiled and asked, "What are your plans next?"

Ji Xiaoyu replied, "Let's settle down for decades before considering going out."

"The Heavenly Ranking Tournament is about to begin. It's a good opportunity to watch the excitement. The Tai Xuan Sect is no longer what it used to be. This Heavenly Ranking Tournament will definitely be very lively. It is said that a few years ago, a rogue immortal joined the Tai Xuan Sect. Have you ever heard of a rogue immortal?" Gu An became more talkative when talking about the Heavenly Ranking Tournament.

Ji Xiaoyu looked at him, the corners of her mouth slightly upturned.

This guy still loves watching the drama unfold.

As Gu An recounted the highlights of the Heavenly Ranking Tournament, and as she listened to the chirping of insects and the sounds of people outside the window, Ji Xiaoyu's heart calmed down.

Having seen so much in the world, she felt a sense of peace at this moment, without any pressure or worries in her heart.

After spending an afternoon with Ji Xiaoyu, Gu An left the Third Medicine Valley and went to the Eight Scenery Cave Heaven underground in Xuan Valley.

He arrived at the ancient vine tree, where a large cauldron sat, surrounded by many other implements.

For the past thirty years, he has been studying the art of weapon forging, not seeking to create any extraordinary magical artifacts, but only hoping to gain some insights in the process.

The magical artifacts he has forged are now so powerful that even the Tai Xuan Sect would fight over them, but he did not hand them over to the Tai Xuan Sect. Instead, he sent them to Xunxian Island to be sold, and used the spirit stones he obtained to buy seeds and refining materials.

Forging immortal treasures is not difficult for Gu An, who possesses the cultivation of a true immortal with divine sense, but creating supreme immortal treasures is still not an option.

The most precious treasures of the immortal path can only be created by powerful beings standing at the ninth level of the immortal path; they are the crystallization of the Dao of a great immortal being's entire life.

Looking across the vast world of Tianling, those forces possessing immortal treasures are all regional overlords, and those who can truly unleash the full power of these treasures are extremely rare; at least Gu An hasn't seen any yet. Long Zhan possesses an immortal treasure, and when he reaches the ninth level of the Immortal Path, this single treasure can suppress an entire universe, making it incredibly powerful.

As soon as Gu Angang arrived in front of the cauldron, fires were lit on the bottom of the cauldron and the surrounding equipment.

Two vines reached out from behind and began to massage Gu An's shoulders.

"Master, that guy, are you really not going to do anything about it?" Cang Tengshu's voice rang out, still sounding like Jiang Qiong's, but softer.

Gu An replied, "It's alright, the other party has no way of setting foot here."

Because of the existence of the Sword Master Fudao, the reputation of the Taixuan Sect far exceeds its strength, and this year's Heavenly Ranking Conference has also attracted a large number of overseas cultivators and monsters.

One of the auras frightened the Azure Vine Tree, and Gu An had already located that aura.

That was a tree demon that had taken human form, and its cultivation had reached the Immortal Realm. It was currently hiding its cultivation level and joining the Heavenly Ranking Conference as a Mahayana Realm cultivator.

A wandering immortal posed no threat to Gu An, so he didn't care at all.

He was concerned about another person. A being from the Immortal Spirit Dynasty had come to the Tai Xuan Sect. This person's cultivation had reached the level of the Carefree Yuan Immortal. He had also concealed his cultivation level and appeared to be just an ordinary Loose Immortal.

Of course, even a mere Loose Immortal Realm cultivation level is enough for the Tai Xuan Sect to treat him as an honored guest.

Gu An was very curious about the purpose of the Immortal Spirit Dynasty's visit.

This year's Heavenly Ranking Competition is going to be quite a show.

"Master, can you subdue him?" Cang Tengshu asked cautiously.

Gu An thought it was worried, so he nodded.

He clearly felt the vines on his shoulder tremble, and then he heard the old vine tree's voice: "Then can you catch him and let me eat him?"

Gu An froze, turned around and looked at the vine tree in surprise. Just now he was scared to death, but now he wants to eat it?

He almost forgot that the Cang Teng Tree came from Qianqiu Pavilion, which was a demonic sect, so it could naturally be an evil tree.

"Don't get any funny ideas, or I'll eat you up!" Gu An said irritably.

Previously, Cang Teng Shu loved to eat mutton. If his killing instinct was not curbed, Gu An feared that his disciples would suffer.

He kept the vine tree mainly for producing vine fruit; for him now, the vine tree was not indispensable.

Seemingly sensing Gu An's displeasure, the Cang Teng Tree stopped speaking, but the two vines pressing on his shoulders became even more cautious.

The next day at noon, Gu An rode the Blood Prison Great Sage to the outer city gate.

The city was overcrowded, and even the air was filled with cultivators and monsters.

Fifty years have passed, and Gu An has even more acquaintances in the city. Wherever he goes, people greet him.

He also met Zuo Yijian's son, Zuo Lin, who was also Li Ya's childhood friend. Zuo Lin didn't practice swordsmanship; he was a genuine genius.

Zuo Lin has now completely abandoned the way of the sword and become a somewhat famous genius.

The two met every year and maintained a good relationship. Zuo Lin then started complaining about his father.

It's nothing more than offending a great cultivator in order to support the Sword Venerable.

Despite guarding the Heaven-Slaying Axe day and night, Zuo Yijian still offended many people, which led to the Zuo family being frequently infiltrated and investigated. Fortunately, with the Sword Master Fudao present, no one dared to act recklessly, but the Zuo family members were also terrified, fearing that a catastrophic disaster would suddenly befall them.

Gu An suddenly wondered if he should give Zuo Yijian a hint. To be honest, he had seen Zuo Yijian's attitude and he could definitely be considered a believer.

Yes, find an opportunity to guide him; we can't let Zuo Yijian's efforts go to waste.

After chatting for a while, the two parted ways. Gu An used his mind to communicate with the Blood Prison Great Sage, who then changed direction.

The crowds surged, and vendors on both sides shouted their wares. Gu An rode on the back of the Blood Prison Great Sage, looking back and forth on both sides, curious about everything along the way.

This feeling is like going to a market.

Unlike other grand events, the Heavenly Ranking Tournament is held only once every hundred years. It is the most important event for the Tai Xuan Sect and even the Tai Cang Continent. Its liveliness is far beyond what can be seen at other times, and the arrival of many sects has also brought many new things.

After the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, the Great Sage of Blood Prison stopped in front of a pavilion. Gu An flipped down and walked into the building, which was called the Treasure Pavilion.

Upon entering the main hall, a dazzling array of treasures appeared before him, and his gaze fell upon one person.

[Zhang Xianwang (Seventh Level of Xiaoyao Yuanxian Realm): 359098/700000/2500000]

The maximum lifespan is 2.5 million years!
Gu An predicted that he had the aptitude to reach the level of Dao Xu Xuan Xian.

This person was the carefree immortal from the Immortal Spirit Dynasty. He was standing in front of a treasure shelf, playing with a broken flute in his hand.

Gu An stepped forward and passed behind him.

Zhang Xianwang paid no attention to him, and the two stood in front of the same row of treasure shelves admiring the treasures.

After a while, Zhang Xianwang glanced at Gu An, and with just that one glance, his eyebrows immediately twitched.

"Young brother, where did the golden markings on your forehead come from?" Zhang Xianwang asked gently, without any of the arrogance of a great cultivator.

Gu An touched his forehead and smiled, "One night, I woke up with this golden mark on my forehead. Do you know its origin?"

(End of this chapter)