Chapter 500: Nine-turn Gu God Tears, Proof of Madness

Liu Jinxian, a genius from Gu Poison Peak, was a contemporary of Wang Yu. She was several decades older than him and had once trained with him in Mount Xuangu. If still alive, she would now be a young elder who had cultivated to the Core Formation stage. Her father, True Man Green Serpent, would likely have died of old age by now.

Back then, Liu Jinxian, using a talisman treasure given by her father, severely wounded the Foundation Establishment Deacon Xu who was pursuing Wang Yu, making a significant contribution to Wang Yu's subsequent counter-attack. The two had a slight conflict in the past, but it was no longer an irreconcilable grudge; merely normal competition. They could even be considered old acquaintances. There had never been any direct combat-level conflict between them.

Therefore, since Wan Gu refused to cooperate, Wang Yu could only consult his old sectmate and friend who was well-versed in this path. The Liu family was also one of Gu Poison Peak's Core Formation families. With years of accumulated knowledge, they would surely have some useful information.

After about half an incense stick's time, the guiding disciple respectfully led Wang Yu to Liu Jinxian's cave dwelling.

"Senior, this is Elder Liu's cave dwelling."

"Mmm." Wang Yu responded nonchalantly, waved his sleeve to dismiss the disciple, and then probed the cave with his divine sense. Immediately, his expression stiffened, and he retreated. He had almost forgotten that one of Liu Jinxian's private hobbies was to control handsome disciples with Gu worms for her amusement. This had been evident during their time at Mount Xuangu.

After a moment of contemplation, having nothing else to do, he decided to wait at the entrance.

Before long, six muscular men with ruggedly handsome features emerged from the cave, supporting each other. Their faces were ashen, as if they had been drained from severe diarrhea. Their visible weakness was striking.

Someone mumbled, "Damn the Joyous Demon Sect! They spend all their time researching these things, enjoying the benefits themselves while we suffer here. Does anyone have a grain-avoiding pill to spare...?"

"Oh, you're lucky. I heard the last pretty boy snatched from Taihu Lake rolled his eyes and died that very night."

"That's not fair to say. Elder Liu did give compensation."

"Didn't she...?"

The men's voices were extremely low, and some offensive remarks were even exchanged through divine sense. However, Wang Yu was standing at the entrance, and with the strength of his divine sense, he could easily overhear their conversation. It was, to say the least, quite shocking.

After stepping out of the cave, the six men suddenly froze. They all saw Wang Yu leaning against the wall, arms crossed. If he hadn't been standing directly in their line of sight, they wouldn't have sensed his presence at all, creating an odd moment of deadlock. Wang Yu suddenly smiled.

"This..."

Before the six could respond, Wang Yu had already vanished from the cave entrance.

Inside, due to the side effects of cultivating Gu Path techniques, Liu Jinxian had practically turned herself into a human insect nest for cultivation, taking a completely different path from her father. It seemed to be another attempt by the Liu family in the Gu Path. Compared to her "Voldemort" face from back then, where only her nose was missing, her skin was now almost completely shriveled, and her two eyeballs appeared to be embedded in a skull. Her lips were dry and covered with dense black pores. Her appearance was truly difficult to describe.

"Wang...Wang...Ancestor."

After many years, Liu Jinxian's personality had changed considerably. Especially with their current shift in status, she stammered as she addressed him as "Ancestor." It wasn't that she found it hard to say, but rather that she was stunned by his sudden appearance. She couldn't imagine why he would suddenly seek her out.

Wang Yu nodded in response. He then said, "I've been at your cave dwelling's entrance since before noon."

"Since before noon!" Liu Jinxian repeated in surprise, then quickly realized something and lowered her head, asking, "Does Ancestor have something to discuss with me?"

"Sort of, and sort of not," Wang Yu continued. "Are there any secret Gu Path techniques or rare heavenly treasures that can rapidly enhance a Gu worm's power? I don't care about its potential or future; I just need it to grow quickly now."

"Yes, many," Liu Jinxian replied, while also pondering the situation. Wang Yu suddenly seeking her out and asking such a question of a nascent Core Formation cultivator was highly illogical, given the vast difference in their status. Even if the Scripture Hall and Dharma Transmission Hall couldn't provide what he needed, he wouldn't typically consult a Core Formation cultivator. Unless... Gu Poison Peak's Nascent Soul cultivators weren't telling him.

As she pondered, Wang Yu spoke again. "As long as your information is substantial and truly helpful, this jar of Tier 3 Blood Pills will be yours."

Nowadays, Blood Pills were measured by the jar for Wang Yu. They were simple to refine and could be mass-produced; the only cost was a cultivator's life. Their appeal to Liu Jinxian was undeniable! This was one of the most renowned shortcuts in alchemy. Countless cultivators had tried it, and all had proven that Blood Pills were the most suitable cultivation elixirs for demonic cultivators. Stirred by desire, she immediately made a decision.

"Given Ancestor's strength, the Gu worms you wish to empower must be at least Tier 4. Conventional secret techniques and treasures have very little effect on Gu worms at this stage. However, Patriarch Wan Gu possesses a secret technique called the 'Weeping Blood Evil Gu Method,' which allows Gu worms to devour each other to raise a Gu King. It guarantees at least a one-tier increase, with a potential maximum of Tier 5. But the foundation for Gu worm cannibalism is crucial. Either the Gu worms must be of the same species to produce a Gu King of the swarm... or you need a large number of Tier 3 or Tier 4 elite Gu worms to cultivate a Tier 4 or Tier 5 Gu King. To my knowledge, Patriarch Wan Gu has three Gu swarms: the Sky Poison Scorpions, Ghost Ants, and Red Rust Insects. The leading Gu Kings of these swarms have all reached late Tier 4."

Liu Jinxian rattled off a great deal of information. Wang Yu then understood the source of Wan Gu's confidence. The secret technique he possessed was indeed powerful. If Wang Yu could obtain it, transforming his Ice Flame Butterflies would certainly not be a problem.

Just as murderous intent stirred within him, he decided to be cautious. "Are there any other alternative methods? Or supplements?"

"...Yes." Liu Jinxian mused that since helping Wang Yu would offend Patriarch Wan Gu, it would be better to simply turn the two against each other. This way, Wang Yu would naturally deal with the problem. She could then obtain the jar of Blood Pills without any repercussions. However, this was merely her ideal scenario. Since Wang Yu continued to ask, she decided to tell him the truth, suppressing her own cunning thoughts. She was bold enough to avoid the risk of complicity. Intentionally concealing information and scheming, she lacked the courage for that!

She continued. "Wang... Has Ancestor ever heard of the Nine Revolutions Gu God's Tear?"

"Elaborate."

Currently, there are eight known ancient demon physical bodies sealed within the Ice Hell Realm: Life, Blood, Gu, Desire, Kill, Freeze, Yin, and Nether, each with its own origin. This 'Gu' demon was the source of the Gu Path in the Ice Hell Realm. It is rumored that its sealed location is within the Heavenly Demon Bone Forest, guarded personally by the Divine Transformation Poisonous Flood Dragon, and has never had an issue. The Nine Revolutions Gu God's Tear mentioned by Liu Jinxian is the essence of the ancient Gu demon, also known as its primeval blood. Obtaining just one drop of its true blood could harmlessly elevate a Gu worm by a major stage. Even a Tier 5 Gu worm could evolve its bloodline and increase its power by a minor realm, showing how potent this item was for Gu worms.

The two methods Liu Jinxian suggested, based on her knowledge, were both quite dangerous. If he truly had to confront the ancient Gu demon, he might as well just deal with Wan Gu. As long as the Sect Master supported him, dealing with Wan Gu would be no problem at all. The Sect Master had always had a good personal relationship with him and was his strong backing. There was no reason to choose the more difficult method.

Even so, Wang Yu asked, "Is there a third method?"

"This... I don't know. My knowledge, Liu Jinxian's, is limited. My achievements in the Gu Path are only these meager abilities. If they cannot assist Ancestor, then there is nothing else I can do. However, the Nine Revolutions Gu God's Tear isn't exclusively possessed by the ancient Gu demon itself. During the past wars to seal the Gu demon, a large amount of its primeval blood must have been shed."

At this point, everything had been made clear. The item existed! And it was highly probable that it was in the hands of the Poisonous Flood Dragon in the Heavenly Demon Bone Forest. Although the sealed area had never experienced problems during its years of commanding the Poisonous Beast Army of the Heavenly Demon Bone Forest, looking back in time, the Gu demon also had moments of losing control and breaking through its seal, just like the Blood Demon. The battles to reseal it must have been incredibly fierce. This created the conditions for the Nine Revolutions Gu God's Tear to be produced.

After everything was clarified, Wang Yu did not begrudge the reward. He gave the entire jar of Blood Pills to Liu Jinxian and also gifted her a Tier 3 supreme-grade spiritual elixir for emergencies. Thus, both parties were satisfied with what they had gained.

Several days after leaving Gu Poison Peak, Wang Yu visited the Blood Demon Hall. His main purpose was to research Divine Transformation-level secrets. Such high-level secrets would not be openly stored in "public documents" like those in the Scripture Hall. For instance, concerning the strength of the Poisonous Flood Dragon in the Heavenly Demon Bone Forest, seeking a valuable treasure like the Nine Revolutions Gu God's Tear would be impossible without something the dragon desired. Secondly, his own strength had to be sufficient. At the very least, he couldn't be instantly crushed by the Poisonous Flood Dragon upon meeting; otherwise, how could there be a fair trade? The advancement of his Ice Horned Dragon Flame was crucial, as it could grant him a significant advantage in the Heavenly Palace secret realm.

Besides the normal strategy of seeking it, he prepared to pursue two plans simultaneously. He couldn't neglect Wan Gu either. Having a Plan A meant preparing a Plan B, just in case something went wrong and he couldn't find an alternative. Being thoroughly prepared before acting was Wang Yu's habit.

He also couldn't neglect his cultivation. His peak combat strength was roughly comparable to that of the Yellow Springs Monastery Master before his breakthrough, allowing him to barely contend with a Divine Transformation Venerable. He couldn't win, but he would also be hard to defeat. This was because his speed advantage was greater, and that alone was enough to make him invincible.

Before heading to the Heavenly Demon Bone Forest, he planned to seclude himself for a short period. This was both to perfect the ice-flame fusion process and to consult with the Sect Master to see if the newly advanced Divine Transformation Sect Master was still the same as before. If possible, it would be most appropriate to let the Sect Master handle pressuring Wan Gu.

Thus, half a month later, a paper crane message arrived from afar, flying directly into Wang Yu's cave dwelling on Cold Blood Peak. The sender was none other than the Sect Master of the Rebellious Spirit Blood Sect. Upon receiving Wang Yu's message, he immediately responded. At that time, his Divine Transformation foundation had been solidified, and his Heavenly Phenomenon had been further perfected, making him a truly complete Divine Transformation cultivator. The message was brief, but every sentence was affirmative! Summarized, it could be encapsulated in six words: "Don't be timid, just do it!" As long as the sect gate wasn't destroyed, even if he killed Old Demon Wan Gu on the spot, the Sect Master would cover for Wang Yu.

This confidence and attitude indeed invigorated Wang Yu. This was truly a man of insight. Having witnessed Wang Yu's combat strength and abilities, the Sect Master almost regarded him as the second most important person in the Rebellious Spirit Blood Sect, and the next junior with the potential to break through to Divine Transformation. Although he and Yellow Springs had an alliance, if the Rebellious Spirit Blood Sect gained another Divine Transformation cultivator, their influence would be significantly greater, and their benefits would increase. Given Wang Yu's demonstrated cultivation speed, this future was not distant. Therefore, the Sect Master's support was practically unconditional; Wang Yu could do whatever he wanted!

With this "golden assurance," Wang Yu abandoned his seclusion. Holding the Blood Demon Token, he ascended Gu Poison Peak directly. With an air of malevolence, he strode straight into the Gu Poison Grand Hall, the core of the dao field.

Old Demon Wan Gu suddenly looked up and saw Wang Yu, appearing as an aurora, land at the hall's entrance. He said confidently, "It seems little brother Wang has made a smart choice. However... the terms have changed. If you still want my Weeping Blood Evil Gu Method, three conditions aren't enough; you'll need to add one more."

This encroaching attitude stirred the Asura's murderous intent within Wang Yu's heart. He narrowed his eyes and approached step by step, stopping at the foot of the throne's steps. He looked directly into Wan Gu's eyes, estimating their distance, and asked, "What condition?"

"Very simple... that peculiar lightning on your body."

"Black Demon Thunder?" As Wang Yu countered, he rubbed his fingertips. Threads of black lightning suddenly flared, and the air immediately crackled with electrical sounds.

Old Demon Wan Gu's eyes lit up. "Yes, yes, yes, that's it! So it's called Black Demon Thunder... a very good name."

Wang Yu lowered his raised hand and suddenly asked, "Fellow Daoist Wan Gu, are you truly going to tease me like this? And do you seem to find great satisfaction in it?"

Wan Gu feigned confusion, but the mockery in his eyes was barely concealed. "What nonsense, little brother Wang? A transaction is a transaction; fair and just. If you're unwilling, you can simply refuse. Why aggressively accuse me, or speak of teasing?"

"—Very well." A slight smile played on Wang Yu's lips. "Now, I propose a new transaction."

Wan Gu: "???"

"Your life for everything you possess!"

Instantly, black lightning and icy blue flames erupted simultaneously, engulfing everything within the Gu Poison Grand Hall. The wild, destructive forces collided, generating even greater havoc. The Tianshu Mark on Wang Yu's brow had already activated. Under the explosive boost of the Thunderfire Tianshu secret technique, his physical strength surged significantly. Two sections of extreme Yin dragon horns emerged from his forehead, and he instantly transformed into a more powerful Extreme Yin Dragon Body state. It was clear he was serious.

But what followed was even more thrilling: Dragon Emperor Fist, a Tier 5 physical divine ability and one of the famous ultimate techniques of the ancient First Human Emperor! It had been secretly building momentum and now erupted with Wang Yu's movements. Its form was similar to the Demonic Dragon Fist he used before, but this time, the shadowy demonic dragon formed by Wang Yu's silver blood divine power possessed a strong imperial might. Just looking at it evoked an urge to kneel and kowtow, or to offer one's neck for slaughter...

"You're insane! This is the Rebellious Spirit Blood Sect! How dare you attack a fellow disciple!"