Demon Slaying, Gaining 60 Years of Cultivation From the Start

Chu Yue Ling, the Saintess of the Taoxu Road, was clad in robes whiter than snow, with a graceful figure and a noble temperament akin to a celestial being – she was truly unparalleled in her beauty.

Such a woman was not one that could emerge from the secular world; indeed, she was no different from the legendary Fairy of the Moon or the Mystical Ladies of the Nine Heavens in mythological tales.

By her very nature, she emanated an aura that transcended the mundane, reigning above the world of mortals like a divine lotus standing alone, untouched by the passage of time.

In the garden, as Chu Yue Ling appeared, all the flowers within the royal residence paled in comparison at that moment, visibly dimming.

All the light seemed to converge upon this single woman, making her the most dazzling existence between heaven and earth.

Gu Chen's second uncle, Gu Chengfeng, and his family stood in the distance. This was their second time seeing Chu Yue Ling, and even aunt Xu Qinge and his sister Gu Qingyan had a flash of amazement in their eyes.

And if the women felt this way, needless to say for the second uncle Gu Chengfeng.

Even though Chu Yue Ling's face was covered with a white veil, she still exuded a breathtaking beauty that could be felt just from her presence alone.

"This girl is truly beautiful; to call her the number one in all Nine Provinces wouldn't be an exaggeration," second uncle Gu Chengfeng couldn't help but praise endlessly.

Upon hearing this, Xu Qinge couldn't help but shoot him a glare, while Gu Qingyan pursed her lips, seemingly wanting to say something but ultimately remained silent.

"Do you think this girl has taken a liking to our eldest son? Otherwise, why would she keep finding reasons to visit us?" Aunt Xu Qinge asked somewhat gossipy.

"Hard to say," second uncle Gu Chengfeng shook his head, but there was a hint of joy in his eyes, because no matter how one looked at it, Chu Yue Ling was indeed worthy of Gu Chen.

Aunt Xu Qinge also spoke up, saying, "This girl really is extraordinary; I doubt there's a second one like her in the world. Now that our eldest son is the great hero of the Nine Provinces, such a woman would be a suitable match for him. It's just that we don't know where this girl comes from, or how many people are in her family."

"Dad, Mom, I think you might be overthinking it. Big brother hasn't said a word about it, and yet you're already considering the prospects. Besides, in my opinion, she doesn't seem to have any such intentions," Gu Qingyan couldn't help but interject.

"What could a girl like you who hasn't even left her parents' home possibly understand!" Upon hearing this, Gu Chengfeng and Xu Qinge both glared at her in unison.

Gu Qingyan did not expect them to be so united in their opinions, leaving her somewhat speechless, while maid Xiao Yu snickered to herself on the sidelines.

At this moment, within the garden, Gu Chen and Chu Yue Ling, with their levels of cultivation, of course heard everything clearly, but neither of them minded or engaged in that topic.

Gu Chen looked at the jade slip in his hand, astonished, as he spoke to the peerless woman in white, "Miss Chu, what is this for?"

Chu Yue Ling, serene and ethereal as a snow lotus on a heavenly mountain, gazed at Gu Chen. Her voice, clear as a flowing spring, gently said, "Brother Gu is determined to protect the Nine Provinces. Such conviction earns my respect. This item, consider it a small gift from me before I depart."

"You're leaving?" Upon hearing these words, Gu Chen was momentarily taken aback, even forgetting to continue examining the amazing technique in his hand.

"Indeed."

Chu Yue Ling gently nodded, saying, "The land of the Nine Provinces is about to undergo great changes, and the verdict on the legacy of the Nine Tripods has been settled. I have no reason to stay any longer."

"I see." Gu Chen came to a realization. Zhen Yuan and the others had also left, so it was normal for Chu Yue Ling to depart.

After all, she did not belong to the Nine Provinces, so naturally, she could not stay here forever.

"Then I bid Miss Chu a smooth journey," Gu Chen said with a smile.

The clear eyes of Chu Yue Ling, like limpid pools, looked firmly at Gu Chen, and she said, "I believe that this time, Brother Gu will surely be able to safeguard the Nine Provinces and protect the billions of living beings in this realm.

Compared to the last time they met when Chu Yue Ling wanted him to leave the Nine Provinces, her attitude had completely changed, choosing to put her trust in him.

And this was not just empty talk—if she didn't believe that Gu Chen could do it, Chu Yue Ling would not have said so; she always spoke frankly and sincerely.

To have said these words meant that Chu Yue Ling had a great deal of confidence in Gu Chen!

"However, to keep the Nine Provinces safe is still fraught with peril. The demons are of secondary concern; it's the evil fiends that are the real disaster, for they possess full sentience like the Human Clan. Whether in strength or in other aspects, they are far beyond what any demons can compare to," Chu Yue Ling admonished, hoping that Gu Chen would take great care and not be complacent.

"Thank you for the warning, Miss Chu," Gu Chen said, nodding earnestly.

Afterwards, the Saintess of the Taoxu Road informed Gu Chen of another piece of news, saying, "There is something else you should know, Brother Gu. Certain powers from the upper realms may not give up so easily. Many are determined to possess the Nine Tripods."

"I'm aware," Gu Chen frowned slightly, nodding in acknowledgement.

No matter who it was, if the upper realms dared to extend their claws into the Nine Provinces, Gu Chen was resolute in ensuring that they would come, but never return!

After a brief conversation, Chu Yue Ling, ethereal as an immortal, with her hair dancing in the breeze and spirited eyes, looked at Gu Chen and spoke, "I hope that one day, I will have the opportunity to meet with Brother Gu again in the upper realms."

"Definitely!" Gu Chen nodded firmly, accepting her words.

Whether it was Chu Yue Ling or Zhen Yuan and the others, they all truly respected and admired the resolution of someone like Gu Chen, who was willing to abandon the ascendancy to the upper realms and stay to protect this piece of the world in the Nine Provinces.