Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World

Chapter 1044: Chapter 546: Poaching Right Under One’s Nose

On the road, Bai Yu kept asking about Stone Village.

Shi Lou revealed everything he knew, basically exposing all of Stone Village’s secrets.

After understanding the details, Bai Yu became somewhat perplexed.

”Logically speaking, given Stone Village’s development, it should have a reputation in the Jianghu. Why have I never heard of Stone Village in the Jianghu?”

Hearing this, Shi Lou sighed.

”It’s said that many years ago, our Stone Village was indeed considered a renowned sect, but once our reputation grew, numerous sects came looking for trouble. Our Stone Village has always been peaceful, never making enemies, yet these people wanted to erase us from the Jianghu by any means. Later, we gradually cut off contact with the outside world until a year ago when a catastrophe struck, and Stone Village became completely obscure in the Jianghu...”

Recalling the various hardships Stone Village has endured over the years, Shi Lou and Er Gou couldn’t help but have their eyes brim with tears.

Gu Sheng raised his hand to place it on their shoulders, gently patting twice.

Bai Yu pursed his lips and spoke apologetically, ”Sorry, I didn’t know things were like this... ”

”It’s okay, it’s all in the past. Now that Brother Sheng is leading our Stone Village, it will surely prosper.”

”Right, right, with Gu Sheng here, things won’t go wrong. His abilities are unmatched, and perhaps Stone Village’s reputation might even surpass our White Cloud Sect in the future.”

After saying this, they couldn’t help but laugh.

Two days later, everyone finally returned to Stone Village.

Seeing the figure of the Third Elder, Shi Lou shouted, ”Third Elder, we’re back!”

Upon hearing this, Elder Zhang stopped in surprise and turned around.

”Everyone come out, Gu Sheng and the others have returned!”

This call triggered a swift response, and soon everyone in Stone Village gathered around.

In no time, Gu Sheng and the others were surrounded tightly by the crowd.

Feeling the enthusiasm from Stone Village’s people, Bai Yu and the ones from White Cloud Sect were truly startled.

Seeing their state, Gu Sheng quickly stopped the crowd.

”Everyone, this is the Young Master of the White Cloud Sect beside me, and these are his subordinates who are visiting Stone Village as guests.”

Realizing that the visitor was the Young Master of the White Cloud Sect, the people of Stone Village were truly astounded.

”Gu Sheng, this... this...”

The Third Elder faltered several times, still unable to speak.

After all, the main character was standing right in front of him, and some words were really hard to say.

Understanding his meaning, Gu Sheng explained with a smile.

Upon learning that Gu Sheng had saved Bai Yu, leading to their friendship, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

At this moment, Bai Yu stepped forward and said, ”Everyone, rest assured. I will always remember Gu Sheng’s lifesaving grace. From now on, my White Cloud Sect will protect Stone Village. Anyone who dares to target Stone Village will be opposing our White Cloud Sect!”

After Bai Yu finished speaking, everyone expressed their gratitude repeatedly.

The Third Elder looked at Gu Sheng, filled with gratitude.

”Gu Sheng, our Stone Village has reached where it is today thanks entirely to your support. This kindness we can never repay.”

”Third Elder, don’t say that. Stone Village is also my place of refuge; it’s good for everyone.”

”Alright, alright, then we’ll enjoy the benefits with you.”

”No problem, let’s go inside and talk.”

After Gu Sheng spoke, everyone finally reacted, realizing they hadn’t yet invited the guests inside!

In Gu Sheng’s courtyard, everyone chatted for a while.

When the Third Elder wanted to arrange a banquet, Gu Sheng spoke about the next arrangements.

”Third Elder, we can’t stay long in Stone Village. We’ll rest for one night and leave tomorrow.”

Hearing this, the Third Elder became somewhat anxious.

”Why so urgent? Just staying one night? The guests from White Cloud Sect have just arrived, can’t they stay a few more days?”

”Third Elder, we have some important matters to attend to.”

At this, the Third Elder didn’t inquire further.

He knew that matters Gu Sheng didn’t openly discuss were definitely significant; since he didn’t mention it, there was no need to ask.

But thinking of their departure the next day, he still felt uneasy.

”After this matter is settled, can you come back and stay a few more days?”

Seeing the hope in the Third Elder’s eyes, Gu Sheng solemnly nodded.

”Once this matter is resolved, we’ll certainly stay longer at home.”

With his words, the Third Elder was finally comforted.

”Alright, then you continue chatting, I’ll go prepare the banquet for you.”

Gu Sheng didn’t stop him, letting him proceed.

At this time, the Fifth Elder inadvertently mentioned that recently many Jianghu wanderers have been around Stone Village.

Hearing this, Gu Sheng couldn’t help but furrow his brow.

”Do these Jianghu wanderers show any signs of anomalies?”

”No anomalies. I’ve observed them carefully; they seem to be wandering loose cultivators without any sects, living rough day by day, only occasionally appearing near Stone Village. There is a good sense of boundary as they don’t cross it, so after watching for a while, I didn’t address them further.”

Upon learning these people hadn’t crossed boundaries, Gu Sheng’s furrowed brow relaxed slightly.

”Fifth Elder, still, we cannot be careless with these people. Occasionally send someone to check, lest they are plotting something in secret.”

”I know, I send someone every day to observe, but they remain orderly, seeming to look for a place to settle.”

”If they intend to settle nearby, we must drive them away.”

Although Gu Sheng’s remark seemed heartless, everyone understood.

A sect established here implies the territory has been claimed. If someone sets up camps too close to this territory, it would inevitably lead to future troubles.

If they show leniency now, the consequences will eventually backfire on them.