Time Travel: The Best Doctor in Ancient Times

Chapter 1291: Chapter 953: Come Out and Meet Your Death!

Gu Changsheng never considered herself virtuous. Being plotted against like this—if she still followed others’ plans step by step, then she would truly be a fool!

Having decided to ensure that those who came today would not return, Gu Changsheng felt a little more at ease!

She didn’t fear straightforwardness, but schemes and conspiracies were not her forte; she preferred the feeling of directly diving into action!

”Master, the auction is about to resume. Do you want to go back?” Jin Rong received a signal from an undercover pawn at the door and asked in a low voice.

”Mm.” Gu Changsheng nodded, glanced at Zhou Mu, and the two of them walked towards the door together. As they walked, she said, ”Keep an eye out. If anyone suspicious shows up during the auction, notify us immediately. Also, report back at once if the one selling the Geomancy Map Fragments of Divine Demise Land appears!”

”As you command!” Jin Rong replied solemnly upon hearing her words.

Only then did Gu Changsheng and Zhou Mu silently return to the auction scene. Their unexpected return caught the attention of some prominent experts sitting in the front row, but under the steady demeanor of Gu Changsheng and Zhou Mu, they could only retract their gazes awkwardly.

To be honest, the reputation of the Medicine King Valley inheritor was a golden signboard. Unless absolutely necessary, no one was foolish enough to easily offend them!

Even though Gu Changsheng and Zhou Mu could become their toughest competitors at this auction, none dared to show any dissatisfaction!

However, subsequent events proved that they were overthinking it!

The latter half of the auction was the main event, offering items coveted by the Itinerant World’s people, dream-like Divine weapons. Yet, this time, neither Zhou Mu nor Gu Changsheng, who were now as calm as meditating monks, made any bids, and even Wang Buer, who had made frequent appearances during the first half, was nowhere to be seen.

People were surprised and delighted; without their interference, the auction felt like a regular one, and indeed, some managed to acquire items they were fond of.

”The Snake Halberd ranks sixteenth in the Divine Weapon rankings. All heroes know that the longer the weapon, the more dangerous it becomes. This Snake Halberd is the finest among long weapons. Next...”

Shuang Jiang’s alluring voice echoed throughout the auction house from the stage.

All eyes were drawn to Shuang Jiang, but no one noticed that the surroundings of the auction were now densely packed with undercover pawns, forming a vaguely enclosing posture. Gu Changsheng and Zhou Mu’s eyes, seemingly searching for someone, swept across the auction hall.

Yes, she was searching for someone!

Looking for the person with the Geomancy Map Fragments!

Because of the issue with Ling Yuexi and Dugu Jieao earlier, the auction was delayed for so long, Gu Changsheng didn’t believe that person could perfectly time their appearance, so the biggest possibility was that they were hiding among the bidders, waiting for the right moment!

People from the Divine Demise Land were mysterious and unpredictable, so even Gu Changsheng and Zhou Mu dared not be careless!

As time ticked away, and with each showcase of top-tier Divine weapons on stage, the whole auction became increasingly lively. Shuang Jiang’s exciting calls and the frantic bidding created a hot and bustling atmosphere!

Meanwhile, the expressions of Gu Changsheng and Zhou Mu grew darker as time went on!

In terms of patience, Gu Changsheng believed she was second to none, but that didn’t guarantee victory!

Now, with the auction nearing its end and still no sign of that person, it seemed like they weren’t going to act until the last moment!

Gesturing to an undercover pawn, Gu Changsheng watched as a person dressed as a Servant Boy silently appeared before her, and with a stern look, she asked, ”Has the seller of the Geomancy Map Fragments shown up yet?”

”Reporting to Master, they have not!”

Hearing this, Gu Changsheng’s expression darkened further, a flash of Malevolent Qi in her Phoenix Eyes, she waved at the undercover pawn and said in a low voice, ”Bring out that person from earlier!”

”That person? Which person?” The Servant Boy asked, looking puzzled.

Gu Changsheng rolled her eyes. To be honest, this subordinate of Wang Buer’s was as clueless and irritating as him. When had her followers not been insightful? How could someone ask for details about everything instead of understanding her intent without words?

”A dead person!” Gu Changsheng replied irritably to the Servant Boy. Before he could speak again, she added with a look of annoyance, ”If you dare to ask who the dead person is, believe me, I’ll beat you!”

”Hehe...” The undercover pawn dressed as a Servant Boy, now rubbing his nose, chuckled awkwardly and said flatteringly, ”Won’t ask, won’t ask! I won’t ask anymore! I’ll bring that dead person over right away!”

Honestly, the Master’s words were explicit enough. If he dared to ask again, he would surely get beaten!

A dead person!

There’s just a breathless corpse at the auction, which the master and son-in-law had just obtained, and this, he knew!

Without a word, the Undercover Pawn quietly retreated again. In no time, he reappeared beside Gu Changsheng, carrying a human-shaped sack. Following Gu Changsheng’s gaze, he threw the corpse of Youming Xiying that was in the sack to one side, then quickly retreated.

At this moment, the auction was also reaching its end. The final piece, a heaven and earth treasure, was sold for a high price under Shuang Jiang’s repeated urging. Shuang Jiang, looking at the auction item catalog in her hand, frowned slightly, unsure how to proceed...

The last treasure was exactly the Geomancy Map Fragments from the Divine Demise Land that the master and son-in-law had their eyes on. However, up till now, the person who would exchange the geomancy map for someone at the auction had still not appeared...

With pairs of bewildered eyes looking at her from the audience, Shuang Jiang was at a loss for what to say...

If she followed the usual procedure and announced the treasure, what would happen if the person holding the treasure didn’t show up? But if she stopped, wouldn’t the scene fall into silence?

Resigned, Shuang Jiang could only use her personal charm, speaking coyly in official tones to stall for time. She cast a pleading glance towards Wang Buer, hidden in the dark...

The scene was momentarily strange. Among the audience, some had gotten what they wanted, while others were waiting for the night’s banquet to end. Seeing Shuang Jiang’s vague demeanor, they couldn’t help but look at the auction catalog in their hands. What they saw made the faces of everyone present twist...

Divine Demise Land!

In the hearts of the Itinerant World’s People, it was equivalent to the opportunity for the Conquest Realm. Of course, with benefits came risks. A great opportunity also meant great danger. It was undoubtedly a hot potato. Some wanted it, but hesitated and stopped. More people, however, had never dared to entertain the thought!

It’s a joke; everyone knows that those who enter the Divine Demise Land rarely return alive. As the saying goes, a good death is better than a bad life. You won’t die in an unstable Conquest Realm, but entering the Divine Demise Land—there’s a real chance of death!

If they don’t dare to risk their lives to enter the Divine Demise Land, what would they do with the Geomancy Map Fragments from there? Isn’t it just a useless supplement?

Gu Changsheng, watching Shuang Jiang stalling for time, glanced at the somewhat impatient crowd around him. His face darkened slightly as he slowly stood up from his seat.

Everyone sat while she stood alone, thus standing out from the crowd, immediately drawing countless eyes to Gu Changsheng.

Seeing this, Shuang Jiang immediately paused her speaking. Standing on stage, seemingly unnoticed by the audience, she took a step back, her head slightly lowered!

This was etiquette due to a subject as a subordinate!

Standing out in the crowd, Gu Changsheng’s expression hidden under half a mask darkened. His gaze, sharp as a knife, swept around. Amid the bewildered, tense eyes of the audience, his lips subtly curled, speaking with a slight sneer, ”My patience, as you know, has never been good! I’ve brought the person you wanted; isn’t it time you brought the sweet jujube I want?”

The Geomancy Map Fragments of the Divine Demise Land were stated from the beginning to be in exchange for a person!

And this person was none other than Youming Xiying beside Gu Changsheng!

Summing it all up, everything proved that she wanted to go to the Divine Demise Land. Furthermore, those scheming against her behind the scenes wanted her to go there even more. Calculating it this way, the Geomancy Map Fragments of the Divine Demise Land were, to her, the sweet jujube leading her step by step towards the Divine Demise Land, a bait!

If someone intends to lay a trap, there’s no reason to abandon it halfway!

Upon hearing Gu Changsheng’s words, everyone around was instantly filled with inexplicable expressions. They were momentarily at a loss, not understanding the meaning behind her scattered words...

Though there’s a saying that the onlooker sees more clearly than the players, sometimes being outside the situation doesn’t necessarily reveal the perilous steps within!

The atmosphere of the entire auction house suddenly plunged into a strange silence.

The ignorant, with puzzled expressions.

The involved, with dark faces.

”What now, do you intend to defy the orders of the one behind you, afraid to come out and just die?” Gu Changsheng looked at those seated around him, a slight smile tugging at his lips. He blew on his fingertips and spoke slowly, ”As the old saying goes, everyone must die, either with the weight of Mount Tai or as light as a feather. Your death, in loyalty, must surely be remembered well by the one backing you. Although to me, your death would be a light as a feather, you should know I won’t let you leave here alive!”

As he spoke, Gu Changsheng’s voice suddenly turned fierce. The Southern Emperor’s pressure was unabashedly released as he shouted, ”Show yourself!”

Gu Changsheng’s words further altered the expressions of those present. Each looked around in suspicion and uncertainty.

This Taoist Immortal’s words clearly indicated someone was called out to die!

But who was it, and what grudges had prompted the Immortal to speak such words in public?

”Hehe... Youngsters indeed, with patience that doesn’t count for much...”