Chapter 299: Horrible life span!

“You little brat, are you really that bad with words, or are you just trying to piss me off?”

In the darkness, Jiang Qiong’s voice rang out, teeth gritted—but she didn’t actually tighten her grip on Gu An’s neck. It was more of a warning.

Of course Gu An was deliberately killing the mood. He let out a fake cough, then started asking Jiang Qiong what she planned to do if they survived the cataclysm.

Jiang Qiong went silent, her limbs no longer moving. She began seriously thinking about it.

Truth was, she had never really figured out what she wanted in life. She’d done all kinds of things in pursuit of power, but now, with the end of the world looming, all of it suddenly felt meaningless.

Gu An didn’t interrupt her, letting her think it through.

But the moment things went quiet, his thoughts wandered.

With Jiang Qiong lying on top of him, he could feel every part of her body pressing down. How could he possibly stay calm?

Scenes from

Adventures of the Green Hero

,

Secrets of Taixuan

,

Adventures of the Black Hero

and so on flashed through his mind.

Suddenly, he felt Jiang Qiong tremble slightly, and he quickly tried to shift his thoughts, turning his mind to lifespan reincarnation and how it actually worked.

As his thoughts changed, Jiang Qiong calmed down again.

She finally spoke. “If we really get through this, I’ll just focus on developing the Gathering Flower Sect. I won’t be running around anymore. These past years of drifting everywhere haven’t amounted to much anyway.”

Gu An followed up, “That’s good. Less chance of running into danger.”

Jiang Qiong suddenly reached out and hugged him, clinging to him tightly as she whispered, “After the disaster at the Nightshade Sect, I lost all my family. You’re the only one I care about now. I still remember when you first entered the Eight Views Celestial Realm, I was debating whether or not to kill you. Never thought after all these years, you’d become this important to me.”

Hearing that, Gu An stiffened up. “No way. I haven’t done anything special for you. If anything, you’ve taught me way more spells than I’ve ever helped you with.”

Setting aside the Sword Sovereign’s support of Jiang Qiong, Gu An honestly felt that his surface-level identity hadn’t contributed nearly as much to her as she had to him.

She’d taught him countless spells he still used to this day, and she’d gifted him magical tools and rare Natural Treasures too.

“What do you mean you haven’t done anything for me? You managed the Eight Views Celestial Realm so well. You never betrayed me. Every time I came back, you treated me with care. Sincerity isn’t measured just by actions. If you were stronger, I know you’d treat me even better. I understand that. Besides, I knew from the start—you had the power to kill me back then, but you didn’t. You even followed my lead…”

Listening to her, Gu An suddenly didn’t know what to say.

“Of course, you flirt with everyone,” Jiang Qiong suddenly huffed. “Every disciple in the valley praises you to the skies.”

Hearing that, Gu An immediately said, “That’s exactly what makes me dangerous—being nice to everyone. No one can figure me out!”

“Exactly. But you never ask for anything in return. That just proves your sincerity. You’re not after anything. Don’t go tearing yourself down—I can feel whether you’re being genuine. Fake kindness never lasts.”

Jiang Qiong spoke softly.

Gu An jumped a little, “Don’t tell me… you’re planning to throw yourself at me? That won’t do! I made a pact with my junior sister—we’re getting married in the last hundred years of our lives.”

Jiang Qiong burst into laughter. “The last hundred years of your lives? What if one of you lives longer?”

“Doesn’t matter. Sooner or later, everyone has to go. Cultivation isn’t about love stories—it’s about immortality.”

“You’re really chill about it.”

“Yup. So stop having wild ideas about me.”

“Why not? In the Thousand Autumn Pavilion, it's common for someone to have multiple Dao companions. Even women can have several, as long as they’re strong enough. Right now, I’m stronger than you—don’t think you can escape my grasp. Unless you one day surpass me in cultivation.”

Jiang Qiong grinned proudly. As she spoke, she grabbed Gu An’s face.

And just like that, she launched her offensive.

“You demonic cultivator! Luring me into hiding was fake—you just wanted to take advantage of me!”

“Even if you scream your lungs out now, no one will hear you!”

“Careful, or I won’t be polite!”

“Go on then! With your cultivation, I can’t even be bothered to paralyze you. I love watching you struggle. Don’t worry—I’ll be gentle.”

Jiang Qiong was smug as hell. She pinned Gu An’s hands and held him down. Next thing he knew, something soft landed on his face—feeling its way around.

Oh no!

She’s lost it!

Gu An activated his divine sense, and suddenly, the ground shook.

Jiang Qiong froze instantly, not daring to move.

Gu An let out a sigh of relief—then she sneak-attacked him anyway, catching him completely off guard.

“Wait! I think the cataclysm’s over!” Gu An suddenly blurted.

Jiang Qiong asked, “How can you be so sure?”

“Before I came to find you, I saw the Sword Sovereign of the Righteous Path make a move.”

“Oh? Then why did you still come? Don’t tell me you

wanted

something to happen between us.”

“I just figured you were prepared anyway. Didn’t want to waste it. Let’s head out and take a look.”

“Is that so?”

“Really, let’s go!”

“I’ll think about it.”

…

Rumble—

Under the Spirit Tree, the earth cracked open and the coffin rose up. Its lid burst off, and Gu An leaped out, hastily fixing his robes.

That was close!

He almost lost his V-card!

He let out a long breath.

Mouth can run wild, but the essence must remain pure!

Jiang Qiong slowly climbed out of the coffin. Her hair was messy, her robes disheveled. She looked at Gu An and smiled seductively. He quickly turned away.

“Maybe stop calling me ‘Master Ancestor’ from now on. I only took in Cheng Xuandan by force, and Cheng Xuandan took you in with ulterior motives—hardly counts as a proper lineage. Actually, you never called me Master Ancestor to begin with. Typical man—half-hearted and always on guard.” She glared at Gu An.

Gu An tossed out, “I’m gonna go check things out,” and darted away.

Jiang Qiong walked to the edge of the pit and licked her lips as she watched him leave—like she was savoring the taste.

…

When Gu An returned to the Third Medicine Valley, the place was still buzzing with excitement. Qie Wuxing and the Nine-Fingered Divine Lord were back too, standing with Shen Xinzi under a soundproof barrier, talking about how terrifying the Sword Sovereign of the Righteous Path was—none of them could keep calm.

Wiping out the entire Grand Cold Demon Sect with a single move… it was absurd!

It shattered everything they thought they knew.

Over the past few decades, the power of the Grand Cold Demon Sect had been deeply ingrained in everyone’s mind. Only now did they realize just how ridiculous the Sword Sovereign’s strength was.

Gu An looked up and saw a figure floating above the Heavenly Great Realm beyond the skies—staring right at their continent.

Free Soaring Immortal Stage, Ninth Layer!

Only one minor realm above Severance Venerables, but the pressure was worlds apart.

That had to be the sect master of the Grand Cold Demon Sect.

Yet now, that sect master didn’t even dare come down—just watched from afar.

Gu An also saw the remaining Grand Cold Demon cultivators fleeing like scattered monkeys. They had no fight left in them.

He didn’t give chase. First, because the ones left were weaker than those he’d already slain. Second, because he sensed several powerful auras approaching—including one that was unmistakably a Mystic Celestial Immortal.

No doubt about it.

But the aura wasn’t hostile—and it came from the Holy Domain, home of the Holy Court.

Since the Holy Court had shown up, he couldn’t just keep hunting.

Now it was time to see where the Holy Court stood.

Gu An pulled up his status screen.

【Name: Gu An】

【Lifespan: 210 / 790,407,832】

【Physique: Primal Causal Body】

【Cultivation: Mystic Celestial Immortal Stage, Ninth Layer】

…

Seven hundred ninety million years of lifespan?!

Gu An nearly swore out loud.

Holy sh*t, this felt amazing!

The guilt from all that killing vanished instantly. Besides, he hadn’t killed innocents—he was executing justice and saving the world!

Finally, he could level up across the board!

Grinning from ear to ear, Gu An thought: So close to a billion… should I wait?

Nah, screw it. Even a hundred million takes forever. How long would two hundred million take?

Time to find a chance to break through!

A full-on breakthrough!

Gu An’s heart was racing. He even considered using ten million years of lifespan to test out lifespan reincarnation and see what it really did.

He headed toward the pavilion district and used his spiritual power to broadcast a message: “To thank the Sword Sovereign of the Righteous Path for ending the catastrophe, we’ll have a celebration tonight! Consider it a festival. All deacons, get moving!”

His voice spread across Medicine Valley. With Core Formation Stage power, this was easy. Cheers erupted throughout the valley.

When Gu An reached his own pavilion, Ji Xuanyu approached and gave him a meaningful look.

The two of them went upstairs and shut the door.

“I feel like the Sword Sovereign’s back looked familiar,” Ji Xuanyu said seriously, making Gu An’s heart skip a beat.

What did she mean?

Had she connected it to him?

The legendary powerhouse who crushed the Grand Cold Demon Sect was now nervous—by a Core Formation cultivator.

He frowned. “Wait… you think the Sword Sovereign is from the Ji family?”

Ji Xuanyu shook her head. “No. I saw him in a dream once. Must be a memory from a past life.”

Gu An relaxed but frowned even more.

“That battle today was eye-opening,” Ji Xuanyu went on, her face full of longing. “I suddenly feel like I can’t afford to die young. I want to chase after the Sword Sovereign’s footsteps.”

Chase after the Sword Sovereign?

He was a Mystic Celestial Immortal, Ninth Layer!

Gu An didn’t try to discourage her. What if she actually made it?

He began encouraging her instead.

They talked for a while. When Ji Xuanyu finally left, she paused at the door, turned back to look at him, and said, “You’ve got more of a feminine aura on you now—and I’ve sensed that aura before. You two must’ve tangled for a while. Though I don’t see any signs of essence loss.”

With that, she walked out—this time leaving the door open.

Gu An looked confused.

How’d she figure that out?

Was it a divine ability? A natural gift?

He didn’t dwell on it too long. Living another life was about being carefree. No need to overthink it—just go with the flow.

Now, he just had to wait for that Mystic Celestial Immortal to leave. As long as they didn’t cause trouble, once they were gone…

Time to find a place and break through.