Chapter 1616 Clues
So, this oath is something everyone must make, including Chu Mo. Once everyone had made their vows, Chuchu asked, "Brother Monkey, can you find the Supreme?"
The monkey was momentarily startled, then nodded and said, "The Supreme's whereabouts are uncertain. Based on what I know, he might be guarding somewhere in the Tunnel, but this is just my guess. I really can't be sure if I can find the place. But I can give it a try."
"That's good. This matter, I'll leave it to Brother Monkey, then." Chuchu smiled sweetly, expressing gratitude.
The monkey scratched his head a bit sheepishly and said, "Well, let me start by saying, I really might not be able to find that old man. And even if I do, I can't guarantee that the old peach tree is still there. But I will certainly do my best."
"For this sort of thing, doing your best is enough," Chu Mo said from the side. "If it were truly that simple and easy, I think this problem should have been solved long ago. The fact that nothing has changed until today just shows that it's not as simple as we thought."
Everyone nodded.
After that, everyone gathered together to discuss future paths.
It was basically Chuchu and Gu Bingbing speaking, with everyone listening. Occasionally, someone would interject a word or two for clarification.
This group gathered here and talked all night until the next morning, when they had almost discussed everything.
Luo Feihong was going to take Chuchu back to the Luoshui Family; they couldn't stay away for too long. Especially Luo Feihong, otherwise, it would raise unnecessary suspicion.
The results satisfied the six Great Saints because, according to Luo Feihong's theory, even if they saw another version of themselves someday, nothing bad would happen. Their souls were fully replenished, already perfect with three Hun and seven Po.
Such a result was probably the best outcome for the other six as well.
Of course, Luo Feihong's theory still needed time to verify. There was no need to take great risks to meet yet.
Luo Feihong took Chuchu and directly bid farewell, leaving. Before Chuchu left, she held Chu Mo's hand, looking reluctant.
"Brother, take care and be careful. Although we all know your combat strength, in this world, there are always greater beings out there."
Chu Mo nodded, "I will take care of myself."
"Try to find my two sisters-in-law sooner." Chuchu spoke with a light laugh, "And also, Gu Bingbing is a nice person..."
Chu Mo glanced at her, "Alright, matters of adults are not for you to meddle in."
"Hmph, in terms of age, I'm older than you, okay!" Chuchu couldn't help but retort playfully, giving Chu Mo a glare, then smiled at him, unwilling to part. She waved to Gu Bingbing and others from afar and then, with Luo Feihong, rose into the void and disappeared within moments.
The monkey also set out on its journey; it was an impatient one, eager to accomplish what it had promised.
However, before the monkey left, Chu Mo earnestly suggested helping them remove their divine personality.
The monkey and the other six Great Saints again rejected the offer. The monkey said seriously, "Didn't you say you helped two others remove their divine personality before?"
"Yeah." Chu Mo nodded.
The monkey said, "Let's wait a few years... if they're both fine, then help us! Although only the person in charge of the Edict of the Investiture of the Gods knows about this, don't forget, the Investiture of the Gods isn't in Miss Bing's hands! That General Guo you helped before, he not only holds the Edict of the Investiture of the Gods, but the Investiture of the Gods is also in his hands."
Chu Mo nodded, indeed recognizing the issue. Once the divine personality is severed, it's very likely that the name will disappear from the Investiture of the Gods, and if this happens on a large scale, this matter certainly can't be concealed.
The monkey looked at Chu Mo, "We're all good friends, and we understand your feelings. Once the day comes when we're not afraid of the heavens, the earth, or anyone, I'll be the first to ask you to remove this damned divine personality!"
Saying this, the monkey ascended into the sky, disappearing freely.
It has some special connection with the Supreme and the Buddha. Although it claimed uncertainty about finding them, it actually had a good idea in its heart.
However, merely finding the Supreme held little significance. The old peach tree had to be there too.
Moreover, the monkey understands, and everyone understands one thing: even if they find the old peach tree, this matter may not give them the answer they want!
Just as Chu Mo said, someone like the Supreme with great compassion and broad mind knows that the peaches from the old peach tree can solve this crisis, but why hasn't he done anything about it so far? Only the monkey and six Great Saints, by a stroke of luck, stole a bunch of peaches and accidentally solved this crisis?
However, everything depends on human effort. Everyone carries a hopeful wish in their hearts to promote this matter. Otherwise, if no one acts, this crisis will exist forever.
Even if it doesn't work, they need to clearly understand where it doesn't work.
The six Great Saints then quietly left as well, just as quietly as they had come.
This cave dwelling now only had Gu Bingbing and Chu Mo left.
Gu Bingbing gently brushed her hair with her hand, inadvertently exuding endless charm. She looked at Chu Mo and smiled: "Do you have any new plans upon your return this time?"
Chu Mo glanced at Gu Bingbing.
Gu Bingbing continued: "For the matter we are discussing, you don't need to do anything in the early stages. We can handle it. Among the ancient clans, we all have our own circles. Establishing this alliance is not difficult. The hard part is the subsequent growth process. Whether it's fulfilling the three souls and seven spirits in the soul or cutting off the divine status to let those 'false gods' deceived by the Investiture of the Gods gain freedom, both matters are enough to shake the heavens. Honestly, I don't want you to take this risk."
Before Chu Mo could speak, Gu Bingbing continued: "So, I want to find a way to first contact those who can control both the Investiture of the Gods and the Edict of the Investiture of the Gods, and they have to be of one mind with us. Also, they must swear a heavy oath."
Chu Mo nodded and looked at Gu Bingbing: "You've troubled yourself."
"I'm doing this for myself too." Gu Bingbing said softly: "I can feel that Chuchu has big aspirations and great ambition. This is actually a good thing. We don't have such a large vision, nor have we thought of accomplishing anything big. Having her to manage the overall situation is the best."
Chu Mo nodded, not at all surprised that Chuchu could become friends with Gu Bingbing.
"There's one more thing, which I actually didn't want to tell you, but my heart tells me I should." Gu Bingbing looked at Chu Mo, with a hint of faint grievance in her eyes.
"Hmm?" Chu Mo looked at her with some confusion.
"I seem to have gotten a small clue concerning...your two wives." Gu Bingbing finally said it.
"What?" Chu Mo was taken aback, looking at Gu Bingbing: "Really?"
Gu Bingbing smiled gently: "Yes, it was also by a stroke of luck. You know, our Ancient God Family is enormous, and the legitimate descendants are countless, so the intelligence capability is naturally particularly formidable. My authority wasn't considered high-level in the Ancient God Family previously. Therefore, I didn't have the right to access a lot of intelligence. However, thanks to you, with your help, I have gained a foothold in Canggu City and repelled the Shalan Bandits. This resulted in commendations from the Ancient God Family. The most substantial reward was the removal of the words 'acting City Lord' over my head, and I've become the City Lord of Canggu City!"
"Congratulations!" Chu Mo's face showed a happy smile.
"Thank you." Gu Bingbing smiled: "After becoming the City Lord of Canggu City, the family elevated my authority and sequence in the family by two levels. Normally, becoming City Lord would only elevate it by one level, but the merit of repelling the Shalan Bandits and pacifying Canggu City was significant; it served as a deterrent internally and maintained the image of the Ancient God Family externally. So, I was elevated by two levels. As a result, I can now access more intelligence."
Chu Mo listened quietly, but his heart was not calm. The reason he went through so much trouble to enter the Tunnel was not to establish some power or uncover many earth-shattering secrets. It was to find his two wives and rescue them!
This was what he truly needed to do!
Gu Bingbing said: "Just recently, I received a piece of information saying that in the central area of the Tunnel, there's a place called Xiushui Villa. It's said that this place has been quite mysterious since ancient times. No one can approach it, and it seems to be isolated from the world, never interacting with the outside. But recently, someone there suddenly appeared and directly contacted the people of the Ancient God Family, wanting to exchange for some cultivation resources. These resources were not very high-level..."
At this point, Gu Bingbing looked at Chu Mo: "This 'not very high-level' is not meant to describe the grade but rather that the cultivation resources are likely for cultivators in the Great Saint Realm! The other party demanded all cultivation resources be of the latest grade. Hehe, you know, when I looked at those materials, I was quite taken aback because those things, even for me... in that realm, were rare to obtain. The cultivation materials they exchanged were even more top-grade, all truly coveted materials. This trade can be said to be very profitable for the Ancient God Family. However, our family members felt a bit strange about it, so they shared it on intelligence information. Ancient clans always do this, sharing anything unusual or uncertain on intelligence information since someone might know what's going on."
Gu Bingbing said this all at once, then looked at Chu Mo: "I suspect that besides me, no one else would find any peculiarities in this information. Actually, many similar pieces of information appear daily. The reason I felt a bit odd is that during the exchange, when people from our side curiously inquired, the people from Xiushui Villa said the resources were for two young ladies to use for cultivation."
Upon hearing this, Chu Mo furrowed his brow, looking at Gu Bingbing: "If it's just this, it shouldn't be enough to indicate any major issue, right?"
Gu Bingbing nodded: "Of course, I went back and checked some related information about Xiushui Villa and found some other clues."
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The third night watch has arrived.