Chapter 535

"Die!" Gu Changsheng roared, gripping the hilt of his blade tightly as his spiritual energy surged into it.

The black blade emanated a terrifying demonic aura. This demonic energy soared skyward, coalescing into a colossal black dragon that roared, baring its fangs and claws as it lunged towards the Lu family's Old Ancestor. Wherever the black dragon passed, the very fabric of space tore apart.

The Lu family's Old Ancestor's expression drastically changed; he felt the chilling breath of death. He never imagined Gu Changsheng could unleash such immense power. "No good, Gu Changsheng has broken through!" the Lu family's Old Ancestor exclaimed, utterly dismayed. Gu Changsheng was merely a Half-Step Martial Saint, yet he had now broken through to the Martial Saint realm. Though only a half-step separated a Martial Saint from a Half-Step Martial Saint, their strength differed by a world apart. With his breakthrough to the Martial Saint realm, Gu Changsheng's power had skyrocketed, enough to pose a significant threat to him.

"Retreat quickly!" Without hesitation, the Lu family's Old Ancestor swiftly retreated, attempting to evade the black dragon's attack. However, the black dragon's speed was simply too immense. In the blink of an eye, the black dragon was upon the Lu family's Old Ancestor.

"No!" The Lu family's Old Ancestor let out a despairing shriek as he was instantly swallowed by the black dragon.

After devouring the Lu family's Old Ancestor, the black dragon did not stop. It continued its charge, consuming all members of the Lu family. Screams echoed one after another as all the Lu family members were reduced to a bloody mist. Gu Changsheng watched this scene without a single blink. He knew the Lu family deserved their fate. To obtain the treasures on his person, the Lu family's Old Ancestor had shamelessly colluded with the demon race and harmed his own kin. Such people did not deserve to live.

Gu Changsheng recalled the black dragon and turned to look at a few figures in the distance. They were the remaining cultivators of the Lu family, completely stunned by the power Gu Changsheng had displayed. Gu Changsheng paid them no mind, knowing these few individuals were no longer a concern. Gu Changsheng turned and departed, swiftly vanishing from everyone's sight.

This battle established Gu Changsheng's immense prestige throughout the land, intimidating all those with ill intentions. From then on, no one dared to provoke Gu Changsheng again.

Gu Changsheng returned to his residence, not rushing into cultivation. His most important task now was to assimilate the spiritual energy within his body. Having broken through to the Martial Saint realm, Gu Changsheng's power had surged, and his body was brimming with spiritual energy. He needed time to adapt to this immense power and fully master it.

Three days later, Gu Changsheng awoke from his cultivation. He felt his strength had increased considerably, and his understanding of the Martial Saint realm had deepened. Gu Changsheng stood up and left his room, intending to go see what the situation was like outside.

Gu Changsheng arrived at the City Lord's Manor and saw City Lord Zhao Tianhu. Upon seeing Gu Changsheng, Zhao Tianhu quickly came forward to greet him. "Young Hero Gu, you've arrived," Zhao Tianhu said, cupping his hands respectfully.

Gu Changsheng nodded and asked, "How is the situation within the city?"

Zhao Tianhu sighed at his question. "Young Hero Gu, the situation in the city is not optimistic. The demon race is still rampaging outside the city, and their power is growing stronger. The cultivators within our city are simply no match for the demon race. If Young Hero Gu hadn't arrived in time, I fear our city would have long been breached by the demon race." As Zhao Tianhu spoke, a worried expression appeared on his face.

Gu Changsheng's brows furrowed slightly as he asked, "How much longer until the demon race attacks the city?"

Zhao Tianhu thought for a moment, then replied, "Given the current circumstances, at most three days."

Gu Changsheng's expression turned serious upon hearing this. Three days was simply too short. Gu Changsheng pondered for a moment, then said, "City Lord Zhao, gather all the cultivators in the city. I will personally train them and enhance their strength."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Tianhu's face lit up with surprise. "Young Hero Gu, you're willing to help us?" Zhao Tianhu asked excitedly.

Gu Changsheng nodded and said, "It's what I should do. After all, I am also a part of this city."

Hearing this, Zhao Tianhu's face showed deep gratitude. "Young Hero Gu, you truly are the savior of our city!" Zhao Tianhu said respectfully.

Gu Changsheng waved his hand and said, "City Lord Zhao, there's no need to be so polite. The most important thing now is to improve the strength of the city's cultivators. Only then can we withstand the demon race's attack."

Zhao Tianhu nodded and said, "Young Hero Gu is right. I will go gather all the cultivators in the city immediately." After speaking, Zhao Tianhu turned and departed.

Gu Changsheng watched Zhao Tianhu's retreating figure and fell into contemplation. He knew what he had to do now was to quickly enhance the strength of the city's cultivators. Only then would there be hope of resisting the demon race's offensive. Gu Changsheng returned to his residence and began to ponder how to train these cultivators. He recalled the martial skills he had once obtained in the Martial God Tower. Those martial skills were among the most top-tier techniques in the Martial God Tower. If these martial skills could be taught to the city's cultivators, their strength would surely advance by leaps and bounds. Gu Changsheng decided to impart these martial skills to the city's cultivators.

The next day, Zhao Tianhu gathered all the cultivators in the city. Gu Changsheng looked at the cultivators before him and sighed inwardly. The strength of these cultivators was simply too weak. Most were only at the Warrior realm, with only a few reaching the Martial Master realm.

Gu Changsheng shook his head and said, "Everyone, I know your strength is quite weak. However, the city is now facing a crisis, and we must unite and collectively resist the demon race's attack. I have decided to personally train you and enhance your strength."

As soon as Gu Changsheng spoke, all the cultivators present revealed expressions of shock. They never expected Gu Changsheng would be willing to personally train them. This was Gu Changsheng! A powerful Martial Saint realm expert was actually willing to train mere cultivators like them. This was an incredibly rare opportunity!

"Thank you, Young Hero Gu!" The cultivators present bowed in unison, shouting excitedly.

Gu Changsheng nodded and said, "Alright, enough talk. Now, I will begin imparting martial skills to you." After speaking, Gu Changsheng began teaching the martial skills. He first taught a set of basic sword techniques. Although these sword techniques were basic, they contained the true essence of martial arts. The city's cultivators learned these sword techniques, and their strength improved rapidly. Gu Changsheng then taught several more martial skills, each carefully selected by him. Each set of martial skills could bring about a qualitative leap in a cultivator's strength. In just three days, the strength of the city's cultivators significantly increased. Gu Changsheng was very satisfied to see this. He knew these cultivators now possessed the strength to fight.

Three days later, the demon army arrived as expected. The demon army, a vast, dark mass, completely surrounded the entire city. The aura of the demon race filled the entire world. The cultivators within the city all felt immense pressure. However, they did not flinch. They knew this was their final battle to protect their home. Gu Changsheng stood atop the city wall, gazing at the distant demon army. He knew a fierce battle was about to begin.