My little sect, which disappeared a thousand years ago, has become a sacred site!

"This...this is...the perfection of Mahayana Buddhism? No...it's more than that!"

A storm raged in Su Ming's heart. As a mid-stage Integration Realm cultivator, he felt pressure when facing the clan's Mahayana Ancestor, but he was not so powerless to resist.

The young man's imposing aura seemed to contain some higher-level law or will, causing him to feel an urge to worship him from the depths of his soul.

He knew he was no match for this man.

In fact, the entire Su family... probably can't find anyone who can rival him.

Just as Meng Canglan was about to collapse and Su Ming was almost about to reveal himself and kneel down—

The earth-shattering pressure receded instantly like a tide.

It comes quickly and goes even faster.

"Snapped!"

A crisp sound rang out in Gu Changyuan's hand.

Immediately afterwards, a vast, pure, and vibrant spiritual energy silently spread out from Gu Changyuan's center.

This spiritual energy was not an attack; wherever it passed, the injuries caused by the pressure on all the cultivators present healed at a speed visible to the naked eye, and even the tremors and fatigue deep in their souls were completely soothed.

Moreover, they all felt that they had improved.

Even Su Ming, the Nascent Soul Realm elder who was hiding in the shadows, felt the same benefits.

In an instant, the way everyone looked at Gu Changyuan changed from fear and awe to disbelief and ecstasy.

This is simply... a combination of kindness and severity, with methods that reach the heavens.

They didn't know whether to cry for the fright they had just experienced or laugh for the benefits they were now receiving.

But one thing is certain—this senior in front of them is someone they cannot fathom, much less dare to offend.

This is exactly the effect Gu Changyuan wanted.

In ordinary negotiations, given the caution and calculation of local powers like the Meng and Su families, there would inevitably be various tests and the mixing of truth and falsehood, making it all a waste of breath.

Let's just go for the force first, then the courtesy.

First, intimidate them with absolute strength, crush all their petty thoughts and wishful thinking, and make them understand that the gap between the two sides is as vast as the ocean, and any calculation is meaningless.

Then bestow favors, repair the damage, and even give a little treat.

In this way, fear is transformed into awe, suspicion into compliance, and subsequent communication becomes incredibly smooth, with the information obtained inevitably becoming more truthful and reliable.

Gu Changyuan spoke slowly, his tone calm and even:

"I came here only to inquire about one thing. What I did just now was simply to make communication easier; I hope you won't mind."

mind?

Who would mind?!

Meng Canglan was jolted awake and immediately bowed deeply, his head almost touching his knees, his voice trembling slightly with excitement and lingering fear:

"Of course not! It is a great honor for us that you have graced the Meng family with your presence. Whatever you wish to ask, I, Meng, will answer to the best of my knowledge! I would never dare to utter a single falsehood!"

The Meng family elders behind him also bowed in unison, their attitude extremely respectful.

Su Wanqing suppressed the turmoil in her heart, her voice clear yet filled with obvious respect:

"If you have any instructions, senior, the Su family is willing to do our best."

Gu Changyuan's gaze swept over Meng Canglan and finally landed on Su Wanqing.

He could clearly see who the real center of attention was.

Although this woman's cultivation level was low, she possessed an extraordinary demeanor. Her guards were strong and quick-witted, clearly indicating that she was of noble status and capable of making decisions.

"I have come here to inquire about the location of the Celestial Sacred Site."

Gu Changyuan spoke, getting straight to the point.

"A sacred land for celestial beings?!"

Upon hearing this, Meng Canglan, Su Wanqing, and the others were both shocked and felt that... it seemed reasonable.

Only a legendary holy land like that would be worthy of this senior's personal inquiry and journey.

If they were told that this senior was a reclusive elder from the Holy Land, or even an old friend of the Holy Ancestor, they wouldn't be surprised at all.

Meng Canglan subconsciously turned his gaze to Su Wanqing.

As a top power in the eastern part of the Southern Continent, the Su family has access to far more information than the Meng family, and they certainly know more about the Holy Land.

Feeling the gazes of everyone, Su Wanqing took a deep breath, calmed herself, and respectfully replied:

"Reporting to Senior, this junior does not possess the beacon mark of the Celestial Sacred Land, and is therefore unable to directly guide you to the precise location."

Seeing that Gu Changyuan's expression remained unchanged, she added:

"However, senior, your timing is just right. In five days, it will be the 'Heavenly Abyss Sacred Scripture' of the Heavenly Human Sacred Land. This is the Heavenly Human Sacred Land's public disciple recruitment ceremony held every two years, and countless talented cultivators will attend."

Our Su family disciples in the Celestial Sacred Land will return to the Su family a day in advance with the beacon mark to form a team to go to the Celestial Sacred Land to send the clan to participate.

If you don't mind, senior, you can come with us then, which will take us directly to the Celestial Sacred Land.

Tianyuan Holy Scripture?

Gu Changyuan's heart stirred slightly.

Recruiting disciples only once every two years... what a coincidence.

Since we can hitch a ride and get there in one step, it saves us the trouble of asking for directions and searching for teleportation arrays along the way.

"Can."

Gu Changyuan nodded in agreement almost without hesitation.

Upon hearing the other party's prompt agreement, Su Wanqing felt an overwhelming surge of joy.

She had only extended the invitation on a whim, since this senior's strength was unfathomable and his whereabouts were unpredictable; he might not be willing to travel with them, the "juniors."

To my surprise, the other party agreed.

With such a powerful figure accompanying us, the safety and convenience of our journey will be enhanced to an unimaginable level.

Moreover, if they could take this opportunity to establish a good relationship with this senior, it might be a tremendous opportunity for the Su family.

Her mind raced as she thought of another purpose of her trip—to receive tribute from the Meng family.

According to the original procedure, she was supposed to complete the inventory and handover here before returning to the Su family to prepare for the team heading to the holy land.

But the most important thing is to build a good relationship with this senior and bring him back to the Su family as soon as possible.

Although those tributes were precious, they were nothing compared to this.

She was about to speak, indicating that she could immediately end the affairs of the Meng family and set off to return to the Su family.

"If there's anything else you need to take care of here, you can finish it before leaving. There's no rush."

Gu Changyuan's voice rang out first, calm and composed.

He could naturally tell that the Meng family was an affiliated family of the Su family. The Su family's visit this time was not only for the fourth young lady's training, but also for receiving tribute.

Such things are perfectly normal in the cultivation world. Since we have already agreed to go together, we don't mind waiting a day or two longer.

After all, it doesn't matter where you stay, the total time is the same anyway.