My Five Bigshot Seniors: I am The Most Coddled Junior!-Chapter 289 - 157: Heavenly Ladder [Part 1]

When Gu Qingqing and Jun Wu arrived, Si Lin and the others were already waiting in Wen Guiyun’s courtyard, but Wen Guiyun was not there.

"Senior Brother, what does Master want with us?" Gu Qingqing glanced around and asked Si Lin.

"I’m not sure yet. Master is still busy; it might take a little longer." Si Lin shook his head in response.

"I reckon it might be related to matters on the Demon Path side. Recently, those four sects in the Demon Path have been restless, causing quite a bit of trouble." Yue Zhao speculated with a faint smile on his lips.

Gu Qingqing and the others had heard about the matters concerning the four sects of the Demon Path. Hearing Yue Zhao’s speculation, they thought it was possible. Before they could chat for long, Wen Guiyun returned.

"Greetings, Master (Saint Master)."

Upon seeing Wen Guiyun, Gu Qingqing and the others quickly tidied themselves up and respectfully greeted him.

"All right, no need for formalities." Wen Guiyun waved his hand, urging them to settle down quickly.

"Master, why have you summoned us?" Si Lin, being the senior brother, was the first to speak up.

"You might have heard about the four sects of the Demon Path. Recently, things have been quite rampant on the Demon Path’s side, causing us on the Righteous Path to lose many disciples. The reason I’ve gathered you here is to send you out of the Holy Land to deal with the issues of the four sects of the Demon Path," Wen Guiyun said seriously to Gu Qingqing and the others.

The group, well-prepared for this, was not surprised.

"Master, what have the Demon Path done this time?" Yue Zhao’s eyes flickered as he asked Wen Guiyun.

"Last night, the Qixia Sect was destroyed by the Ten Thousand Demon Sect of the Demon Path. From the Sect Leader to the servants, all three hundred and twenty-one people of the entire sect were not spared!" Wen Guiyun said with great sorrow.

Upon hearing this, Gu Qingqing and the others were greatly shocked.

"How could this happen? When did the Ten Thousand Demon Sect become so audacious?" Nan Hua fanned himself, finding it somewhat unbelievable.

"This is too much! Although Qixia Sect was a small sect, it was still a part of our Righteous Path. The Ten Thousand Demon Sect destroying Qixia Sect is a slap in our Righteous Path’s face; we absolutely cannot let them get away with it!" Rong Ye’s eyes flashed with a harsh light, extremely dissatisfied with the actions of the Ten Thousand Demon Sect.

"That’s right, for the Ten Thousand Demon Sect to disregard us, the Righteous Sects, like this is a provocation. We definitely cannot let them off easily!" Mu Chen’s eyes also flashed coldly as he spoke determinedly.

"Does the Ten Thousand Demon Sect wish to declare war on the Righteous Path? Are they insane?" Although Gu Qingqing had been in the Sub-immortal Realm for a short time, she was already well-informed about these sects thanks to Si Lin and the others. She thought the Sect Leader of the Ten Thousand Demon Sect must be crazy.

"We have all underestimated those Demon Path sects. Their intentions this time are not small. Destroying Qixia Sect is just a signal; we are bound to have a battle with the Demon Path sooner or later." Wen Guiyun stood up, speaking deeply.

Upon hearing this, Si Lin and the others were initially surprised, but then, recalling the actions of the Demon Path over the past six months, they thought Wen Guiyun was right.

The Righteous and Demonic Paths have been at peace for hundreds of years. Though the continent appears peaceful on the surface, turmoil brews beneath. Over the years, the Righteous Path has heavily suppressed the Demon Path, and those sects of the Demon Path must have been dissatisfied. While the Righteous Path’s cultivation requires more time, the Demon Path’s cultivation speed is quicker, with fewer requirements for talent, so the Demon Path does have the capital to contend with the Righteous Path.

All signs currently indicate that the Demon Path intends to provoke a war, and the Righteous Path must counter it, or else, with the methods of the Demon Path, more sects could suffer!

"If it’s a war, then so be it. After cultivating for so many years, are we still afraid of those from the Demon Path?" Si Lin’s eyes were filled with determination as he spoke resolutely.

"That’s right, if it’s war, then war it is. Who’s afraid of who? I will surely beat those from the Demon Path to pieces, so they understand why flowers bloom so red!" Rong Ye, equally enthusiastic, declared.

When it comes to fighting, Rong Ye is always very enthusiastic. He enjoys the thrill of battle, even though the path he cultivates isn’t particularly suited for fighting; this doesn’t stop him from loving it.

Likewise, Yue Zhao and the others were equally unafraid.

"It’s been so long since we’ve gotten into a fight, I’ve become a bit lazy. I wonder whether my array is better, or those guys from the Demon Path." Nan Hua fanned himself, a glint in his eye as he spoke with a smile.

Everyone else also seemed eager, showing no concern about being unable to defeat the people from the Demon Path.

Seeing Gu Qingqing and the others acting like this, Wen Guiyun pressed his lips together, speechless at his disciples being so eager for a fight. Of course, as for himself, he wouldn’t mind having a bout with those Demon Path sect leaders.

"Alright, the situation hasn’t reached that level yet. We’ve just received news that the Demon Path intends to make a move against the Luoyun Sect. I am sending you to protect the Luoyun Sect. You should set off immediately. The flying artifacts have been prepared for you and are on the plaza," Wen Guiyun rubbed his temples, stopping Si Lin and the others from getting excited, and said.

"Yes, Master, we will do our utmost to protect the safety of the Luoyun Sect and not fail your expectations!" Si Lin said, cupping his hands firmly.

The others expressed the same determination as Si Lin. Wen Guiyun had great confidence in his disciples, and with a wave of his hand, he dismissed them.

After bidding farewell to Wen Guiyun, Si Lin and the others turned and left one by one.

Once they reached the plaza, they indeed saw the flying artifacts. After boarding, Si Lin took control of the artifact, which took to the sky and flew out at an extremely fast speed.

"Senior Brother, where is the Luoyun Sect?" Inside the artifact, Gu Qingqing sat on a stool and asked Yue Zhao.

"The Luoyun Sect is quite far from our sect, but with the speed of our artifact, it should take only about a day if we travel at full speed," Yue Zhao said to Gu Qingqing, pouring himself a cup of tea.

"What do you think the four Demonic Sects mean by this? Are they planning to destroy these righteous sects one by one?" Rong Ye took a spirit fruit out of the Qiankun Ring, took a bite, and asked curiously.

"I doubt they have such capability," Nan Hua fanned himself, expressing skepticism about the abilities of the four Demonic Sects.

"They probably want to provoke conflict between us and them. It will weaken our side, which would be advantageous to them if a real war breaks out," Yue Zhao, with a clear mind, put down his teacup and said.

"Weren’t things fine before? Why suddenly go to war? What are those people in the Demon Path thinking? Weren’t the days before good?" Gu Qingqing asked with some confusion about the mentality of the people in the Demon Path.

"You don’t understand; some of them practice Evil Techniques that require killing to cultivate. The Righteous Path oppresses those individuals heavily. Peaceful days are good for us, but for those in the Demon Path, it’s not the same. They hope for chaos in the world so they can use the opportunity to cultivate," Jun Wu, who knew more about the Demon Path than Gu Qingqing, explained to her.

"Isn’t there supposed to be a Heavenly Tribulation when one ascends? If they cultivate by taking other people’s lives, aren’t they afraid of being struck down by the Heavenly Tribulation?" Gu Qingqing tilted her head and asked.

This was the part she couldn’t comprehend. She thought that Demon Path cultivators weren’t all fools; they must understand this principle, so why would they act that way?

"Geng Geng, not everyone can cultivate to the point of ascension. Some people’s aptitude is limited; reaching the ninth rank is already their peak. Most who practice Demon Techniques have poor talent, or they are inherently evil. To advance their cultivation, they are willing to risk being struck down by the Heavenly Tribulation, at all costs. Moreover, no one has ascended in the Sub-immortal Realm for a long time, so in people’s minds, ascension is just a legend," Yue Zhao said, a bit dejected about this topic.

Even Si Lin and the others didn’t look too happy. The goal of cultivators was nothing but to Ascend to Immortality, but no one had succeeded in ascending in the Sub-immortal Realm for many years. People had no confidence and didn’t know whether it was possible to ascend.

For a moment, silence filled the inside of the artifact.

Gu Qingqing looked around and noticed Si Lin and the others didn’t look good either. She blinked, cleared her throat, and, once Si Lin and the others’ eyes were on her, she slowly said, "Actually, it’s still possible to ascend."

Upon hearing this, Si Lin and the others looked at Gu Qingqing with great surprise.

"Geng Geng, what do you mean by that? Do you know something?" Si Lin stared at Gu Qingqing, a thought flashing through his mind, causing his breath to suddenly become heavier.

The others’ gazes also fixed tightly on Gu Qingqing, eagerly anticipating her answer.

"Before entering the Secret Realm, I had a brief exchange with the Heavenly Dao. I learned from it that the reason no one has ascended in the Sub-immortal Realm for so many years is that the connection between the Sub-immortal Realm and the Immortal Rank is cut off as the Heavenly Ladder is broken. Once the Heavenly Ladder is repaired, and the connection with the Immortal Rank restored, people can ascend," Gu Qingqing said under the intense gaze of Si Lin and the others.

"Then how can the Heavenly Ladder be repaired?" Yue Zhao asked nervously.

"Well," Gu Qingqing paused, her cheeks slightly flushed, "the Heavenly Dao said that when the time comes for me to ascend, I can repair the Heavenly Ladder using the Power of Word Spirit along with the Heavenly Dao Power."

When she first learned this news, Gu Qingqing was stunned. She never expected that this matter would be related to her!

According to the Heavenly Dao, her avatar was the Heavenly Dao of the Xuantian Continent. She possessed the Heavenly Dao Power, and with her talent in Word Spirit Technique, the combined forces of the two powers could repair the Heavenly Ladder. The Heavenly Dao had waited so many years, finally encountering Gu Qingqing, which was why finding the Secret Realm’s entrance went so smoothly.

Upon hearing this, Si Lin and the others looked at Gu Qingqing, their expressions one of utter shock, unsure of what to say.

"Geng Geng, are you sure you’re not the daughter of the Heavenly Dao?" Rong Ye looked at Gu Qingqing, mumbling.