When Nangong Yun heard Gu Hongshan talk about his relationship with Lin Hong, the head of the Lin clan, his expression was quite deep and serious. It seemed that the relationship between the two of them must be extraordinary.
When Nangong Yun was in the palace, he learned from Wan Zhentian that the reason why Wanxiang Sect participated in the struggle for imperial power in the South Vietnam Empire was largely related to the friendship between Gu Hongshan and Lin Hong.
Immediately, Nangong Yun clasped his fists and said seriously to Gu Hongshan.
"Senior Gu, do I dare to ask you a question?"
"You want to ask Wanxiangmen?"
Gu Hongshan still looked peaceful and calm. He knew what Nangong Yun wanted to ask. Of course, he originally planned to tell Nangong Yun.
"Actually, I was originally born in the South Vietnam Empire. I lived in South Vietnam with my brother Lin Hongtong in my early years. Later, by chance, I stepped into the door of cultivation and was deeply attracted by this new scene in the world of cultivation. From then on, I traveled around the continent looking for opportunities.”
Gu Hongshan's words were full of emotion, and then he turned his gaze to Nangong Yun, his expression looking a little happy or envious.
Just listen to him continue.
"At that time, I had already passed my thirties, but my cultivation level was still at the seventh level of Yuanhun. I couldn't compare with you now!
Later, through constant exploration and persistence, I finally broke through to the Star Realm by an opportunity twenty years later. It was also during that opportunity that I met Wan Zhentian! "
After hearing what Gu Hongshan said, Nangong Yun probably understood Gu Hongshan's yearning and pursuit, and then spoke.
"The elder Gu's perseverance in practice makes the younger generation admire him!"
Gu Hongshan said with a calm smile.
"Actually, whether a cultivator's cultivation path goes smoothly or not depends largely on his talent and perseverance, followed by chance.
I entered Taoism as an adult, and my talent was not outstanding. I was just obsessed with cultivation. Therefore, I was already at the age of knowing my destiny when I broke through to the Star Realm. "
Gu Hongshan said with a somewhat sad look on his face. Naturally, Nangong Yun could understand that a person like him who was obsessed with spiritual practice would inevitably feel something when he saw himself today.
Then, Nangong Yun said silently.
"The senior's understanding of cultivation impresses the junior. There are countless talented practitioners in the world who failed to break through to a higher realm in the end. It is simply because they lack the firm will to practice like the senior!"
"Haha, I didn't expect you to be so enlightened at such a young age. No wonder you can reach such a state of cultivation. You are truly a genius. If you can find the opportunity in the future, your future achievements will be limitless!"
Gu Hongshan's admiration for Nangong Yun came from the heart, which Nangong Yun could feel.
Because when a person tells a lie, he can use countless expressions to cover it up, but when he tells the truth, he cannot use any of them.
Nangong Yun was not complacent because of Gu Hongshan's praise. He respected and recognized Gu Hongshan more.
Just listen to Gu Hongshan continue to speak.
"Back then, when I was traveling in the Western Regions, I accidentally found a holy land for cultivation. There was a natural spiritual gathering circle there. Ordinary practitioners would practice much faster in that spiritual circle. However, that spiritual gathering circle There is a protective formation on the outside, leaving me helpless!
Later, I met Wan Zhentian. I didn't expect that he was very accomplished in the formation. It took the two of us nearly ten years to break open the protective formation, which also made the Wanxiang Gate what it is today! "
"Oh, what do you mean, senior?"
Nangong Yun looked at Gu Hongshan with some confusion and asked, only to hear him speak slowly.
"That Holy Land for Cultivation is today's Wanxiang Mountain, and that Spirit Gathering Array has now become the forbidden area of Wanxiang Sect!"
"Really? Can't you, Senior Ancient, continue to use the spirit gathering array?"
Nangong Yun wondered in his mind, if the spirit gathering array could really speed up cultivation, why would Gu Hongshan come here to practice instead of Wanxiang Mountain?
I saw Gu Hongshan looking a little regretful, slowly shaking his head and sighing.
"Actually, the Spirit Gathering Array was damaged not long after the Wanxiang Sect was established. Wan Zhentian has been trying to repair it again for so many years, and even invited an array master from Donghuang. However, after many twists and turns, there was nothing he could do. Come to think of it, the mystery within this magical spiritual formation is not something we ordinary people can comprehend."
"Oh, so to speak, this Wanxiang Mountain has lost the blessing of the Spirit Gathering Formation, and over the years, its overall strength cannot keep up with Tianjian Mountain?"
"Tianjian Mountain has been inherited for thousands of years in the Western Region, and its heritage far exceeds that of Wanxiang Sect, which was only founded for a few decades. Even over the years, Tianjian Mountain has attacked Wanxiang Mountain several times, but in the end, they all returned without success!"
Nangong Yun was shocked when he heard this. He didn't expect that Tianjian Mountain had attacked Wanxiang Mountain several times over the years, but in the end they all failed. What on earth is going on?
Gu Hongshan saw Nangong Yun's doubts and continued.
"Actually, this is not a secret. The reason why Tianjian Mountain has failed many times is that there is a mountain-protecting formation on Vientiane Mountain!"
"Is it the protective formation that was broken by the two of you back then?!"
When Nangong Yun heard Gu Hongshan's words, he quickly thought of the previous protection circle and blurted it out.
"Yes, although the formation master Wan Zhentian invited from Donghuang did not repair the spirit gathering array, he helped him restore the protective formation. In addition, Wan Zhentian was already familiar with the formation, so originally, The protective formation became today's Vientiane Mountain Protection Formation.
Moreover, he also combined his many years of formation research to enhance the mountain-protecting formation.
Today's Wanxiang Mountain Protection Formation cannot pass through the formation without the strength of the fifth level or above of the Star Realm. This is why Tianjian Mountain has never captured Wanxiang Mountain! "
"I see!"
Nangong Yun suddenly realized that it would be really difficult for Wanxiang Mountain to have such a mountain-protecting formation.
The only person in Tianjian Mountain who has the strength of the fifth level of stars is probably the sect master of Tianjian Sect. However, even if he breaks through the formation by himself, he cannot destroy the entire Wanxiang Sect.
However, at this moment, Nangong Yun suddenly thought, why did Gu Hongshan tell him this? Isn't he the elder of Wanxiang Sect?
Just when Nangong Yun was confused, he heard Gu Hongshan laugh.
"In exchange, I can also tell you that this Vientiane Mountain Protection Formation has a very special place, or it may be a fatal weakness!"
When Nangong Yun heard this, he suddenly became startled. His attention was focused on the second half of Gu Hongshan's sentence. There is a weakness in this all-encompassing mountain-protecting formation!
Gu Hongshan smiled slightly and continued.
"Although this great mountain-protecting formation is magical, once it is broken through, its formation eyes will break away from the base of the formation and cannot be restored immediately! Moreover, the formation eyes at this time are also particularly fragile and most vulnerable to attacks."
"What do you mean, senior?"
Nangong Yun blurted out in surprise, if he could learn the secret of the Wanxiang Formation from Gu Hongshan, it might play a key role in attacking the Wanxiang Gate in the future!
However, he found that Gu Hongshan still said calmly.
"What I mean is that if this Vientiane Formation is broken through by a strong person of the fifth level of the stars, then the formation will be temporarily closed, and it will not be restored until at least a few breaths later!"
"In this way, as long as a strong man of the fifth level of the stars breaks through the magic circle, and the others follow immediately, they can pass through the Vientiane Formation!"
Nangong Yun understood the loopholes in the Vientiane Formation mentioned by Gu Hongshan.
However, this secret will not have any decisive effect on the comprehensive attack on Wanxiang Gate.
Because, even if the sect master of Tianjian Sect and a few elders can break through the formation and enter Wanxiang Sect, they will face the siege of the entire Wanxiang Sect, which will only put them in danger.
Nangong Yun also noticed that Gu Hongshan just said that after the formation was broken through, the formation eye was the most vulnerable. Perhaps, he could start from here.
At this time, Gu Hongshan suddenly said with a smile.
"That's all I can tell you. Shouldn't you tell me something too?"
When Nangong Yun heard Gu Hongshan's words, he suddenly thought of the "exchange" he just said, but he was a little confused. Since Gu Hongshan had already chosen to help him, why did he still ask like this?
What does he mean by "exchange"?
Moreover, there is another question that he has not thought about, that is, why does Gu Hongshan want to help him?
Seeing the confusion on Nangong Yun's face, Gu Hongshan didn't seem surprised at all. The reason why he did this was because he had already made a decision many years ago!
Just listen to Gu Hongshan say calmly.
"You don't have to think nonsense, what I mean is very simple, that is, I will tell you the secret of Wanxiang Sect, and at the same time, I will also tell Wan Zhentian your secret!"
"why is that?"
Nangong Yun couldn't help but blurt out the question, even though he felt that it was totally unreasonable to ask.
Wanxiang Gate was originally founded by Gu Hongshan and Wan Zhentian. At this time, he wanted to find a way to destroy Wanxiang Gate. How could Gu Hongshan remain indifferent.
However, Gu Hongshan's previous actions puzzled Nangong Yun. He couldn't simply think that based on the relationship between Gu Hongshan and Lin Hong, he would turn around and help him. That would be too naive.
At this moment, Gu Hongshan spoke again. He saw Nangong Yun's confusion and confusion, so he simply made his words clear.
"Actually, as early as fifteen years ago, I had lost confidence in Wanxiang Sect, and Wan Zhentian is no longer the like-minded person I knew back then who was dedicated to cultivation.
Since he took charge of the Wanxiang Sect, his desire for profit has rapidly expanded. He is no longer satisfied with only owning the Wanxiang Mountain, but has continuously expanded his sphere of influence.
Over the years, I have focused solely on cultivation. Originally, I didn’t want to pay too much attention to the things he did.
However, since participating in the imperial power struggle of the South Vietnam Empire fifteen years ago, I have discovered that his cruelty and cold-blooded nature have become increasingly cruel and cold-blooded, and he is completely different from when we first met.
Therefore, since then, I have chosen to leave Wanxiang Mountain and live in seclusion in this bluestone mountain range. "
After hearing Gu Hongshan's words, Nangong Yun finally understood what he meant by "exchange", and then said to Gu Hongshan with a smile.
"This is indeed an exchange of equal value!"
