The Founding Ancestor Mines in Some Godforsaken Corner, Off to Middle State
The Founding Ancestor Mines in Some Godforsaken Corner, Off to Middle State
Ming Lao came from the Sky Blue Realm—the very Overworld where Gu Changge now resided.
Ming Lao had never mentioned this matter to him.
This was also why the original host, back when he was in the Overworld, had investigated and arranged for Ming Lao to accompany him.
The reason Gu Changge suddenly recalled it was thanks to Su Qingge bringing up Middle State.
With Ming Lao’s status in play, handling affairs in Middle State would undoubtedly be much more convenient.
“Then Qingge shall go down and arrange everything now.”
Gu Changge nodded.
He was quite at ease leaving matters in Su Qingge’s hands.
Afterward, once Su Qingge had left, he pondered briefly and spoke into the empty air, “Ming Lao, thirty thousand years ago, you ascended from Middle State, didn’t you?”
A ripple spread through the void, and Ming Lao’s figure emerged.
He said respectfully, “Reporting to Young Master, this old servant indeed ascended from Middle State of the Sky Blue Realm thirty thousand years ago. When I first arrived in the Beyond, everything was unfamiliar, and I never expected to be seized by a great sect of the Beyond and forced to mine as a laborer.”
“Fortunately, along the way I encountered an Elder of the Family who intervened and rescued this old servant, allowing me to escape that sea of suffering. Otherwise, I would have long since died in those mines.”
At this point, he couldn’t help but sigh with emotion.
Cultivators of the Overworld all believed ascension was a wonderful thing.
In truth, it was quite the opposite.
Overworld cultivators without any backing who ascended to the Beyond would only be seized by those great sects and ancient clans to mine and the like—stripped of all dignity, slowly aging to death.
As for those ancient powers of Middle State that had connections with the Beyond, in Ming Lao’s eyes, they were all show and no substance.
Their Founding Ancestors of yesteryear were, at this very moment, perhaps mining for others in some godforsaken corner of the Beyond.
And so, toward the Gu Family, he was utterly grateful.
Speaking of which, he was fortunate to have encountered a benefactor of the Gu Family.
“It just so happens that in three days I’ll be heading to Middle State. You can take the opportunity to visit the family you left behind.”
Gu Changge said with a faint smile.
Having finally come down to the Overworld, Ming Lao surely wanted to know how the descendants he’d left behind were faring.
It was only because of his status that, without Gu Changge’s permission, he couldn’t set off on his own.
Hearing this, Ming Lao’s face immediately filled with gratitude. “Thank you, Young Master, for considering this old servant.”
Gu Changge waved his hand. “No need for that, Ming Lao. It’s on the way, after all.”
Although his role was that of the villain who suppressed the Fortuitous One, he wasn’t some heartless fool.
Ming Lao was no outsider.
A small gesture like this could both secure Ming Lao’s undying loyalty and showcase his own magnanimity.
How could Gu Changge fail to think of it?
......
In the blink of an eye, three days passed.
In the high skies outside Supreme Stygian Holy Land.
An incomparably magnificent, enormous flying vessel hovered, streaming with radiance, its runes dazzling.
Within were carved beams and painted pillars, numerous heavenly palaces and pavilions, immortal mist curling about, clear springs murmuring, the fragrance of flowers drifting through cloudy shade—luxury in the extreme.
This was a personal flying vessel built jointly by the various powers of Eastern Barren for Gu Changge, at no small cost.
To put it bluntly, every inch of space flaunted opulence and deep pockets.
Even Holy Land disciples would stare wide-eyed at the sight.
Let alone other ordinary cultivators.
Never in several lifetimes had they seen such a luxurious flying artifact.
“You all have certainly been thoughtful......”
Gu Changge chuckled softly.
This high-profile?
He liked it.
“A mere trifle. As long as it pleases Young Master, that’s all that matters.”
The Holy Masters, Sect Masters, and Family Heads of the various powers all laughed.
Young Master Gu seemed quite satisfied with it, so they were naturally delighted.
After all, it was plain to see that this young lord was not one who favored keeping a low profile.
Compared to building this magnificent flying artifact, earning his favor was clearly far more important.
“Young Master, after you.”
Then, the Supreme Stygian Holy Son said with a face full of reverence, making an inviting gesture.
Aside from Su Qingge, he could be considered Gu Changge’s number one lackey.
“Lackey” sounded unpleasant, sure.
But even so, everyone present envied him immensely.
Gu Changge nodded slightly and boarded first.
The rest followed a few steps behind, not daring to walk alongside him.
The young figures heading to Middle State this time were all the finest of their respective regions.
The Yang Void Holy Son, the Yang Void Holy Maiden, the Princess of the Great Sun Empire, the Young Master of the Ancient Xiao Family......
All were the cream of Eastern Barren’s younger generation.
Yet the pressure they felt before Gu Changge was a thousand times more terrifying than facing their own elders.
Some wanted to go pay their respects, but ended up stammering, unable to even speak, filled with awe.
By comparison, Gu Changge found that Chu Xuan, this lackey of his, truly did have some exceptional qualities.
“Ye Chen is almost fully harvested. Who will the next Fortuitous One be?”
Suddenly, Gu Changge couldn’t help murmuring to himself.
“Hm, Young Master?”
Su Qingge, who was massaging his shoulders, paused slightly. Why was he saying things she couldn’t understand again?
“Qingge, do you want to return to the Beyond with me?”
Gu Changge suddenly smiled.
Normally, whenever she heard about the Beyond, Su Qingge would be very interested.
But now, her expression was quite calm. “Young Master, how many times is this now that you’ve teased me with this question?”
“No fun.”
Gu Changge shook his head, then gently pulled her into his embrace.
He just loved seeing Su Qingge like this—saying one thing while meaning another, secretly vexed.
Sure enough, no matter where you go.
Teasing women is simply a man’s nature.
Boom!
Soon, the void outside trembled, whipping up enormous gales.
The massive, luxurious flying vessel burst forth with resplendent light, runes circulating, crushing across the firmament.
It began speeding through the high skies, heading toward the lands of Middle State.
......
The lands of Middle State—a place of outstanding people and spirited earth, where all Dragon Veins converged.
Besides the many Holy Lands and Empires that had existed since ancient times, there were also numerous aristocratic families and kingdoms standing in great numbers.
Even within the various Mystic Mountains dwelled beings from the ancient era, all of formidable cultivation, each dominating a region.
Besides Humans, Middle State was home to many beings of other races, born in times long past.
At this moment, in the most prosperous region of Middle State—the Central Sky Domain—at the Superior Dao Academy.
Inside a quiet chamber, a group of youths and maidens were listening to an Elder expound on a precious cultivation art.
This Elder was very young, dressed in a long gray robe, and exceedingly beautiful.
A light dusting of powder on her face, skin like congealed cream, hair flowing like clouds.
Even her loose robe could not conceal her tall stature and graceful curves.
Truly a peerless beauty of the mortal world.
Just then, her lovely eyes suddenly turned frosty, and the Jade Tablet in her hand smacked down onto the wooden desk of a dozing youth below.
“Lin Tian, you’re sleeping in my class again?”