Chapter 75

Daxia Academy.

Gu Jinnian originally intended to use the ancient tree to suppress his immortal spirit root.

He also wanted to take it easy.

However, to his surprise, the ancient tree was completely unable to suppress the immortal spirit root.

Or rather, Gu Jinnian was simply unable to control the ancient tree.

At this moment, golden light spread out from around Gu Jinnian, and before anyone could react,

a beam of light shot up to the sky, piercing through the clouds. A golden gas, like a tsunami, surged out from Gu Jinnian's body, directly flooding the area.

In an instant, Daxia Academy turned into a sea of gold.

"Qi as vast as the sea."

"How can such a strange phenomenon occur?"

"His, Brother Changge."

At this moment, Zhao Siqing, Shangguan Baiyu, and Xu Ya couldn't help but exclaim in shock. Who could have predicted that just transmitting a cultivation technique could cause such a terrifying phenomenon?

Inside Daxia Academy,

all the great scholars and teachers rushed over as quickly as possible, gazing at the sea of gold.

"Has he written another timeless article?"

These great scholars initially thought that Gu Jinnian had written another timeless article.

But after a careful observation, they immediately understood what had happened.

"Immortal spirit root?"

"Gu Jinnian actually has an immortal spirit root?"

"Scholar and immortal cultivation together?"

They were surprised, but not shocked. After all, as scholars, they knew about the immortal spirit root, but they didn't know how powerful it was, so their reactions weren't too strong.

However, soon, a figure appeared.

It was Su Wenjing.

His reaction was more intense than these great scholars.

"The first spirit root in ancient and modern times."

"What other secrets does Gu Jinnian have?"

"Actually having an immortal spirit root, the Duke of the State is truly patient. Knowing that Gu Jinnian has an immortal spirit root, he still didn't say anything. What is he planning?"

Su Wenjing was truly shocked.

A timeless article didn't shock him.

Timeless poetry didn't shock him either.

He only admired Gu Jinnian's actions, which had the true demeanor of a sage.

But this was different. It wasn't poetry or an article, but a constitution. With such a constitution, it would be hard for Gu Jinnian not to become powerful in the future.

The terrifying phenomenon alarmed all sides.

The golden light pillar piercing the sky directly dispelled the darkness, and a golden sun hung in the sky, illuminating the earth.

The people of the capital were also amazed.

"What kind of strange phenomenon is this?"

"Gu Jinnian must be a genius. This must be another timeless article."

"Wow, how can Gu Jinnian be so wise, casually writing a timeless article?"

"Our Daxia is truly about to give birth to a sage. This is the will of heaven."

"Yes, yes, Daxia has truly produced a sage."

"Gu Jinnian was a playboy before, but after falling into the water, he became so wise. Is there something wrong with the water? Let's go and get some for our sons to drink."

The people were alarmed, leading to various discussions.

Inside the Duke's residence,

Grandfather Gu also stared in shock at everything.

The scene at Daxia Academy immediately caught his attention. He opened his martial arts eyes and saw his grandson in the light, how could he not be shocked?

"When did Jinian have an immortal spirit root?"

"Good lad, Jinian was hiding so deeply?"

"No, I guess Jinian himself didn't know. Damn, why didn't I think of this?"

Grandfather Gu was initially shocked, then somewhat regretful.

He didn't think Gu Jinnian was hiding, but rather that no one had considered the immortal path.

Previously, when Gu Jinnian practiced martial arts, he often slacked off, and his martial arts were average. He relied on some medicines to lay a foundation, otherwise, he would have been completely useless.

Later, when Gu Jinnian started reading, he was just average, so no one thought about the immortal path.

Now, he truly regretted it. If he had known earlier, he could have sent Gu Jinnian to an immortal sect to cultivate for three to five years.

As a peak Martial King, how could Grandfather Gu not know what an immortal spirit root meant?

It meant that if Gu Jinnian focused on cultivation for three to five years, he would definitely reach the fifth realm of the immortal path. With a bit more stability, cultivating for thirty years, he would definitely reach the sixth realm. The seventh realm was uncertain, as he himself wasn't an immortal spirit root and couldn't estimate.

But the sixth realm was enough. At that time, what would he fear?

He would be among the greatest experts in the world. Not to mention the Daxia Dynasty, even if the three major dynasties wanted to trouble Gu Jinnian, he could come and go freely.

Grandfather Gu was truly regretful.

But at this moment, Gu Ningya appeared.

"Father."

"Father."

"Great news, great news. Jinian actually has an immortal spirit root, a tremendous piece of news."

Gu Ningya quickly ran over, his face full of joy.

But when he entered the study and saw his father sitting calmly at the desk, writing slowly,

he was surprised.

"Father."

He called out again, his joy reduced by half.

"Understood."

"Such a small matter, why so surprised?"

Grandfather Gu was very calm, though he was shocked inside, he had to remain stable on the surface.

Otherwise, wouldn't others know that he didn't know about Gu Jinnian's immortal spirit root?

As a grandfather, not knowing about his grandson, if the emperor found out, wouldn't he say Gu Jinnian was like him?

"Father, you knew this long ago?"

Gu Ningya frowned, looking at his father.

"Did you think your father didn't know?"

"Truly laughable."

Grandfather Gu sneered, looking at Gu Ningya.

"Father, don't pretend. Seriously, did you know Jinian had an immortal spirit root before?"

Gu Ningya was somewhat suspicious.

Not that he didn't trust his grandfather, but it was unreasonable. If his grandfather knew, why didn't he send Jinian to an immortal sect?

Why keep him in the capital of Daxia?

Why make him read and practice martial arts? Are you fooling me?

Slap.

Grandfather Gu stood up and slapped Gu Ningya.

"Stupid."

"Jinian is my grandson, how could I not know if he had an immortal spirit root?"

"How could I have a useless son like you?"

"Compared to Jinian, you can't even match a single hair of his. How dare you doubt me?"

Grandfather Gu was somewhat angry.

Not because of anything else, but he couldn't stand Gu Ningya's strange look.

Would a father lie to his son?

Would he?

"Father, you misunderstood me, I was just too surprised."

"Father, when did you know Jinian had an immortal spirit root?"

After being slapped, Gu Ningya became obedient. Although he still had doubts, seeing his father's serious expression, he didn't dare to question further, mainly out of fear of being beaten.

"Since Jinian was born, I knew."

"That's why I always told you to practice martial arts diligently. How long have you been stuck at the Divine Skill realm? If you could reach the Martial King realm, you would have seen it too."

Grandfather Gu scolded.

"Yes, yes, Father, you are right."

"Father, can I also have an immortal spirit root? A heavenly spirit root would do. Can you check for me?"

Gu Ningya changed the topic and asked his grandfather another question.

If Gu Jinnian has an immortal spirit root, it's not too much to have a heavenly spirit root, right?

However, Grandfather Gu looked at Gu Ningya with a cold gaze, full of disdain.

"Do you have a single hair? Do you?"

"Get out."

"What kind of person are you, comparing yourself to Jinian? Get out, do you have no official duties?"

"Next time you make a fuss, I'll punish you. Useless thing."

Grandfather Gu found Gu Ningya annoying.

It was fine before, but after Gu Jinnian was born, he found this guy particularly annoying.

Not as steady as his other brothers, always making a fuss, not studying well, and his martial arts were just average, a complete waste.

Now he had the nerve to compare himself to Jinian?

Damn, how shameless, I wonder who he learned it from.

"Father, that's not fair."

"I came to tell you the news as soon as I heard it. If you don't appreciate it, you don't have to scold me."

"Is that how a father should act?"

"Fine, wait until you're old, and see who will be by your side. Don't cry out, 'Sixth, Sixth, where is my Sixth?' when you're old. You old man."

Gu Ningya was somewhat depressed, muttering curses in his heart.

But before he could finish cursing, Grandfather Gu kicked him.

"Get out, you're embarrassing us. Get out."

Grandfather Gu shouted.

Gu Ningya ran away with his head down, feeling angrier the more he thought about it.

When he reached the entrance of the residence, he happened to meet his eldest brother, Gu Qianzhou.

"Father."

Gu Qianzhou was extremely excited, running and shouting as soon as he entered.

"Brother, what are you so excited about?"

Seeing his extremely excited eldest brother, Gu Ningya asked knowingly.

"Sixth."

"Jinian has an immortal spirit root. Look, look over there, that strange phenomenon is Jinian's."

"Ha ha ha."

Gu Qianzhou was extremely happy, grabbing Gu Ningya's arm, extremely excited.

"Oh."

"Did you just find out Jinian has an immortal spirit root?"

Hearing this, Gu Ningya remained calm, mimicking his grandfather.

Seeing Gu Ningya's reaction, Gu Qianzhou was momentarily stunned.

He was so excited, telling Gu Ningya about Jinian's immortal spirit root.

Logically, Gu Ningya should have been excited too?

Why this reaction?

This made Gu Qianzhou somewhat uncomfortable, and Gu Ningya's words made him even more puzzled.

The phenomenon had just appeared.

Even if his sixth brother knew earlier, he shouldn't have just this reaction.

"Did you know earlier?"

Gu Qianzhou frowned and asked.

"Hum."

"Stupid."

"Brother, I always told you to practice martial arts more. You never listened."

"I knew when Jinian was born. I have the Divine Eye of Martial Arts, and I could see that Jinian had an immortal spirit root at a glance."

"However, I didn't say anything because I was worried that Jinian would be too outstanding and be targeted. I didn't expect him to reveal it today. Sigh, I don't know if it's a blessing or a curse."

Gu Ningya spoke in a profound manner.

Gu Qianzhou was momentarily stunned, but quickly reacted.

"What are you pretending? Your martial realm is lower than mine. What are you pretending about?"

"Disappointing, get out."

Gu Qianzhou, realizing this, kicked him again.

Gu Ningya was kicked out of the residence.

He was numb from the kicks.

"Gu Qianzhou, you bastard, why so heavy-handed?"

"I'll wait for you. If you commit crimes, I'll raid your house."

"Oh, no, I'll take you to the Lantern Bureau and use all thirty-six tortures on you."

"I'll wait for you, I'll expose you."

Gu Ningya was shaking with anger.

But with a glance from Gu Qianzhou, Gu Ningya ran away.

If he could fight back, he would have had a showdown with his brother.

Soon,

Gu Qianzhou took a deep breath twice, trying to regain his excitement, and then ran into Grandfather Gu's study with a smile.

After mentioning Gu Jinnian's immortal spirit root,

a familiar voice sounded.

"Stupid."

Hearing this, Gu Qianzhou was stunned and fell silent.

He suddenly realized the source of the family's pretentiousness.

Inside the Qin王府,

Qin Wang, who had been up all night thinking about tax matters, had just lain down when he was alarmed by the strange phenomenon.

Then, the servant brought the news that Gu Jinnian had an immortal spirit root, causing a heavenly phenomenon.

Li Sui couldn't sit still.

"Wow, my brother has an immortal spirit root?"

Li Sui was stunned.

He always saw Gu Jinnian as a younger brother, and he genuinely liked him. Born into the imperial family, he couldn't feel family affection, but he felt some from Grandfather Gu.

After Gu Jinnian was born, he had a different feeling for him, seeing him as his own brother.

Not just because of the Gu family.

Mainly because Gu Jinnian had no conflict of interest with him, was obedient, and his personality suited him.

So he genuinely cared for Gu Jinnian.

A few days ago, he visited Gu Jinnian and gave him three semi-sage ancient books. It was a simple gift, but behind it, he had spent countless efforts to obtain them.

Did he really need to give such a big gift to ask Gu Jinnian to release a few people?

Even if he, the Prince of Qin, acted corruptly, what could Gu Jinnian say?

But he didn't do that, instead, he went politely. Why? Because he saw Gu Jinnian as family.

Now, knowing that Gu Jinnian had an immortal spirit root, how could he not be excited?

"Quick."

"Prepare the gifts."

"Prepare two sets, one for Grandfather, and one I'll personally give to my brother."

"Ha ha ha, Jinian, you really bring honor to our martial lineage."

"No, I'll go to Grandfather's place first. He must be very happy."

Thinking of this, Qin Wang hurriedly had his servants prepare the gifts and rushed to the Gu residence.

When he arrived at the Gu residence,

Li Sui ran excitedly.

"Grandfather, Grandfather."

"Good news, great news."

Entering Grandfather's study, before Li Sui could speak,

two words echoed.

"Stupid."

Li Sui: ""

Suddenly, Li Sui was stunned.

Grandfather, I came to congratulate you, why are you calling me stupid?

I haven't said anything yet?

"Oh, it's Sui."

"Ha ha ha, what's wrong?"

Seeing who it was, Grandfather immediately returned to his normal state.

"Grandfather, Jinian has an immortal spirit root, I came to congratulate you."

Seeing Grandfather return to normal, Li Sui sighed in relief and then smiled.

But the next moment, Grandfather's expression changed, and he said seriously,

"You don't think I didn't know Jinian had an immortal spirit root, do you?"

Grandfather said seriously.

Li Sui: ""

In the capital of Daxia,

Inside the palace,

The terrifying phenomenon immediately caught the attention of the Heavenly Surveillance Bureau. Looking at the golden light, Xu Taiyi of the Heavenly Surveillance Bureau didn't go to the emperor first but hurriedly notified the sect.

His eyes were almost bulging out.

Immortal spirit root.

The most desired spirit root in the immortal path, without a doubt.

Who could have predicted that the immortal spirit root would appear?

In the Yangxin Hall,

Emperor Yongsheng also looked at the terrifying phenomenon and couldn't help but draw a cold breath.

"Good."

"Good."

"Jinian actually learned my immortal cultivation."

"My nephew is truly a quick learner."

"Ha, but Jinian, I have many secrets. I wonder how many you've learned."

Emperor Yongsheng stood outside the Yangxin Hall, looking at the terrifying phenomenon, muttering to himself.

Wei Xian and Liu Yan, standing beside him, remained silent.

They had never heard that the emperor practiced immortal techniques.

Was he just making it up?

But they dared not say it openly.

Only a concubine couldn't help but ask curiously,

"Your Majesty, you practiced immortal techniques? Why have I never heard you mention it?"

The concubine asked, her eyes full of curiosity.

"Immortal techniques, I just practiced casually. I don't want to show off. I am also a Pulse Opening expert in the immortal path."

Emperor Yongsheng said shamelessly.

The concubine, who didn't understand the immortal path, understood the word "expert."

"Your