Demon Slaying, Gaining 60 Years of Cultivation From the Start

"So you're telling me that you've dealt with Dugu Yun, the leader of the Demon Sect, who came out of seclusion not long ago?" Wei Cang and Luo Xun looked at Gu Chen and asked seriously.

"That's right. Dugu Yun is dead, along with the evil demon within him. I've suppressed them both, turning them into nothingness. Now, the Nine Provinces are peaceful, and the people live and work in happiness without any further threats," Gu Chen nodded.

Upon hearing Gu Chen's own admission, Wei Cang and Luo Xun could barely conceal their shock. That was a being of the Divine Realm, no, rather a formidable demon. In the past twenty years, they too had faced some, albeit ones severely wounded crossing into this realm.

Even so, it had required the combined efforts of both to deal with them. They had not expected that Gu Chen alone could defeat a demon in its prime. Even with the steadiness of Wei Cang and Luo Xun's temperament, they couldn't help but feel a shiver of astonishment.

Seeing their reaction, Gu Chen naturally knew what they were thinking. He did not bother explaining; after all, the Nine Tripods were also a part of his strength. To say that he had killed Dugu Yun was not at all incorrect.

"We have learned from the letters from the east about your purpose here, but are you sure that you do not need the two of us to accompany you?" Wei Cang asked Gu Chen.

At that moment, Luo Xun also spoke, his voice gentle, "We have been guarding this place for over twenty years, and although we have never entered, we do have some understanding of the situation inside. The dangers within are numerous. If you go alone, I'm afraid it might not be feasible."

Afterward, Wei Cang and Luo Xun informed Gu Chen of everything they had learned while guarding this place over the years.

Not far away was a pitch-black vortex, from which strands of sinister and evil aura continuously flowed. Demons and evil spirits emerged from there, traversing the vast distance to this place.

No one knew what lay on the other side of the vortex, only that the number of demons inside was undoubtedly substantial, and that it even contained evil spirits.

Both demons and evil spirits were extremely sensitive to the aura of living beings. Should someone enter, they would surely be set upon by a mob, and the outcome was unspeakable.

Furthermore, the environment inside was special; it was not only difficult to borrow the power of the natural world, but there was also no essence to speak of. A warrior entering therein would find themselves without any supplies, relying solely on their own strength.

Being discovered by a demon meant facing an endless onslaught; the outcome of such a battle would naturally only be death.

For this reason, Wei Cang and Luo Xun wanted to go with Gu Chen.

Nevertheless, Gu Chen ultimately declined.

"I appreciate your kind offer, seniors, and take your concern to heart. At present, although the Nine Provinces seem to be peaceful, in reality, with me gone, Da Xia might not have someone to bear the weight. With only the Tower Supervisor, it might not be enough. If the people from the higher realms harbor ill intentions and continue to descend, they could very likely stir up catastrophic calamities," Gu Chen said.

Wei Cang and Luo Xun, both deeply strategic thinkers, immediately grasped Gu Chen's intent. "Do you wish for us to guard the Nine Provinces after your departure?" they asked.

"Indeed," Gu Chen nodded.

He had seen that both Wei Cang and Luo Xun had reached the peak of the Divine Intent Realm, touching the threshold of the Immortal Realm.

The only reason they hadn't succeeded was due to the limitations of the Nine Provinces' environment. Otherwise, with Wei Cang and Luo Xun's talent, advancing to the Immortal Realm wouldn't have been difficult.

That was exactly why, together, they were capable of taking on even a true Immortal Realm being in combat.

This was also why Gu Chen felt at ease to head to the spatial passageway to deal with the root of the demons.

Otherwise, once he left, the higher realm beings might continue to descend. Without him, the warriors from the higher realms would surely wreak havoc.

"We didn't expect that we'd once again become the last line of defense for the Nine Provinces," Wei Cang and Luo Xun said with a dry smile.

Initially, when the Emperor of Da Xia dispatched them, they were meant to serve as a last resort. They had not thought that Gu Chen would do the same.

Looking at Gu Chen, Wei Cang and Luo Xun were reminded of the Emperor of Da Xia. Of course, compared to him, Gu Chen was even more impressive, and it could be said significantly stronger.

This young man had achieved many feats they hadn't managed to accomplish in their days, even toppling the six great holy lands.

As the conversation reached this point, having been convinced by Gu Chen's strength, talent, and reasoning, Wei Cang and Luo Xun naturally had no reason to disagree. They nodded their heads, promptly agreeing to his request.

"This journey is fraught with danger, nearly a certain death. You're only twenty-four this year, and at such an age, you're already willing to risk your life and shed blood for the Nine Provinces, making even us feel somewhat ashamed," they said, looking at Gu Chen with admiration.

"Do you have any unfulfilled wishes? If there's anything you need, we wouldn't hesitate to help," Wei Cang and Luo Xun added solemnly.

Gu Chen smiled slightly at their words and assured, "Seniors, rest at ease. I have made all the necessary arrangements before coming here."

"Good," Wei Cang and Luo Xun nodded.

Whether Gu Chen succeeded or failed, he was undeniably a true hero of the Nine Provinces. And deep down, Wei Cang and Luo Xun felt an earnest admiration for Gu Chen.

At just twenty-four years old, he was ready to take such a stand, also analyzing the pros and cons with such calmness. To be frank, even if Gu Chen had insisted they accompany him, Wei Cang and Luo Xun could not have objected.

For it was essentially a death mission; the space on the other side of the passageway was surely teeming with demons, where one could not harness the power of heaven and earth or any essence to replenish one's strength. What could one man possibly do to face what lay there?

Originally, they didn't believe that Gu Chen could succeed, but after the Tower Supervisor's letter detailed the miracles created by Gu Chen, and upon laying eyes on him, Wei Cang and Luo Xun couldn't help but feel a burgeoning belief.

Moreover, at this point, even without trying, failure was certain. If Gu Chen hadn't come, they themselves would have been willing to take the risk.

"Perhaps, he really can create a miracle," the thought crossed both Wei Cang and Luo Xun's minds at that moment.

"Seniors, we must not delay. Please leave this place to me, and return quickly to sit in council over the Nine Provinces," Gu Chen said.

"Understood."

Wei Cang and Luo Xun nodded, never ones for indecision. Having made their choice, there was nothing left to hesitate about.

"In that case, we leave everything in your hands."

With those words, Wei Cang and Luo Xun's figures flashed, piercing the barrier between worlds and returning to the Nine Provinces.

Gu Chen was left alone in this desolate and boundless outer realm, quietly gazing at the nearby spatial passageway, speechless for a long time.