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As the gray-robed Daoist made a move, Gu Changge's Divine Sense dissipated once more.

Slowly opening his eyes, his brows slightly furrowed.

"How is it?"

Ye Qing, who was always paying attention to his condition, raised an eyebrow and asked curiously.

"Same as last time, after entering the Guiding Channel, I reached a void space."

"After Senior Xuanyuan's investigation, it seems no traces left by predecessors were detected."

"However, this time Senior Xuanyuan left a large amount of his own Tao Rhythm there. If someone ascends next time, there might be a chance to investigate it further, and perhaps discover something."

Gu Changge let out a long breath, calming his mind before speaking softly.

Regarding that gray-robed Daoist, he kept silent.

His intuition told him that mentioning that figure might invoke unimaginable dangers.

And having observed closely more than once, he was almost certain that the gray-robed Daoist was the transformation of the consciousness of this very land.

Just like when he faced the manifestation of the Heavenly Will during the Heavenly Punishment!

"Tsk..."

Ye Qing clicked his tongue, glanced at the young lad, and didn't fully believe what he said.

After all, with this lad's disposition, the slight frown he showed earlier didn't seem like it was as simple as he said.

But since the lad wasn't speaking on certain matters, he didn't pry further; all will be revealed in time.

Moreover, being in the Buddhist Sect now, despite the disciples and elders beginning to refine the worldly feedback they received,

there was still one person unaffected, constantly watching Gu Changge.

While the two were speaking, an elder monk with a serene expression approached them.

"Amitabha, Benefactor Gu truly lives up to his name."

"I thought the rumors from the outside world were exaggerated, but upon witnessing it today, it seems I was narrow-minded."

"However, the means of Benefactor Gu indeed seem unprecedented and unparalleled."

The elder monk joined his palms together, showing no airs of a Land Immortal Realm Great Power, instead slightly bowing to Gu Changge.

"The senior praises me too much."

Gu Changge returned the gesture humbly, replying calmly.

"Hehe... why must Benefactor Gu be so modest?"

"What I spoke was every word from the heart. Throughout the ages, countless prodigies have risen, but no matter how defiant, I have never heard of anyone able to wield the power of the Heavenly Tribulation like this."

"Benefactor Gu stands alone through the ages, indisputably."

"I'm just curious, how is your depletion from earlier? If you need any elixirs to recover, just let me know and we can arrange it from the Buddhist Sect."

The elder monk smiled, once again joining his palms and slightly bowing.

After Xuanyuan Feng's ascension, the next turn was his own.

Since Gu Changge was now in the Buddhist Sect, there was no need for him to return to the Sword Sect. He might as well recuperate here and directly assist with his tribulation preparations.

"I am not significantly affected, a few days in seclusion will suffice for recovery."

"Senior should just arrange the day for the tribulation, and I will give it my all then."

Although helping others through tribulations did not cost him anything, instead allowing him to replenish some Heavenly Tribulation Origin from the remnants of the tribulation within their magical treasures, he did not brag, casually making an excuse.

"Only need a few days in seclusion?"

"The capability of Benefactor Gu is truly admirable."

"Very well, then I shall arrange accommodations for the two benefactors shortly, with the tribulation day set half a month hence, how is that?"

The elder monk's eyes flashed with surprise at how Gu Changge only needed a few days in seclusion to recover.

Such a heaven-defying act of aiding others through tribulations, even at great cost, would not be excessive, yet he only needed a few days in seclusion?

Even the Ascension Platforms of their Four Great Sacred Lands required immense resources with each Immortal Tribulation, relying not only on spirit stones but also directly consuming the Origin Spiritual Energy of their spirit veins to maintain the formations!

However, it wasn't purely consumption, as each successful ascension would bring heavenly feedback, enhancing the Root Bone and Talent of all disciples, assisting in breaking through bottlenecks, and adding fortune to the sacred land, with spirit veins being nourished accordingly.

"I leave it to the senior to decide."

"However, the conditions mentioned before, senior, there should be no issues?"

Gu Changge had no objections, and even wished for this figure to undergo tribulation sooner to prevent the Tao Rhythm in that void space from dissipating too much over time.

"You mean to leave a trace of Divine Sense in the Sea of Consciousness Space?"

"Since it was agreed upon earlier, there'll be no change."

"But there's a matter I wish to consult with you, young friend."

"If I succeed in ascending, I wish to leave the Immortal Origin Pearl for a True Monarch Realm in our Buddhist Sect to aid in their breakthrough."

"Of course, as compensation, instead of one Heavenly Rank Top Grade Treasure initially promised, there will be two, and young friend may choose another from our Buddhist Sect Treasure Vault."

"What do you think, young friend?"

The elder monk nodded without hesitation, smiling as he presented his idea.

Although the Immortal Origin Pearl was precious, its value compared only to a Mid-Grade Heavenly Rank Magical Treasure, and at most, approached a Heavenly Rank Top Grade Magical Treasure.

Yet this was an item one would trade for a magical treasure without a place to find it.

The Buddhist Sect had a True Monarch Realm Perfection expert stuck at a bottleneck for a thousand years, unable to achieve true Perfection or sense the Heavenly Tribulation.

Hence, they proposed to exchange it with a magical treasure.

An Land Immortal Realm being and a Heavenly Rank Top Grade Treasure, naturally the Land Immortal Realm is more valuable.

"Naturally, no problem at all."

Gu Changge quickly calculated and agreed without hesitation.

"Then I must thank young friend for this favor."

The elder monk joined his palms with a slight bow, then proceeded to arrange a resplendent golden Buddhist tower for their temporary stay.

Once he took his leave, Ye Qing set up a barrier hastily, clicking his tongue: "You lad agreed too readily."

"An extra Heavenly Rank Top Grade Treasure isn't bad, is it?" Gu Changge looked perplexed at his mentor.

"True, it's not a loss, but this Buddhist Sect is known for its immense wealth!"

"Even though our Sword Sect is faintly at the top of the Four Great Sacred Lands, we might not have the same depth as this Buddhist Sect does."

"If you had hesitated a bit, that old monk would surely have increased the offer, at least giving another Mid-Grade Heavenly Rank Magical Treasure wouldn't be out of the question."

"Opportunities to fleece the Buddhist Sect don't come often!"

"You really don't know how to seize them."

Ye Qing rubbed his chin, speaking with slight disappointment.

If only he had this lad's skill and capability, he might have secured another Heavenly Rank Top Grade Treasure!

After all, this was the Ascension Immortal Tribulation, the final destiny, and pursuit of all cultivators, regardless of the price, once they desire to undergo the tribulation, they have to agree!

Unless it's outrageously excessive, I believe no Land Immortal can refuse."

"Uh... there'll be another chance next time, right."

"As long as there's a Land Immortal Realm, there will be times they need disciples' help, right?"

"Even my teacher..."

Gu Changge said nonchalantly.

"Ahem... fine, just take note next time."

"But I am not in any hurry to break through. Initially, I thought with you here, I might attempt the tribulation within ten years."

"However, you've been odd these few times, making me reluctant..."

"Perhaps it's best to wait a bit."

After Ye Qing finished speaking, he quietly watched him, seemingly wanting to hear what he would say next.

But, unfortunately, Gu Changge didn't express what he had seen or planned, merely smiling and bowing: "It's best to be well-prepared. I am slightly exhausted, will go into seclusion for a few days, and when you need assistance with the tribulation, teacher, just send me a message."

As he entered the Seclusion Room, Ye Qing had no choice but to shake his head in curiosity and bewilderment, exceedingly curious about what the lad saw in the Guiding Space that he dared not even mention.

The more he acted like this, the more uneasy he became, unwilling to hastily undergo tribulation.