Gu Sheng listened, nodding slightly, neither agreeing nor disagreeing.

Gu Sheng brought Lei Ying through the ancient and elegant mountain gates of the Jade Maiden Gang and arrived at a secluded retreat. This place was arranged with a powerful Spirit Gathering Array and was where Gu Sheng cultivated within the Jade Maiden Gang.

"I will enter seclusion here," Gu Sheng said as he sat cross-legged and began setting up the Spirit Gathering Array.

Lei Ying was then sent outside the array, watching from the side with her chin in her hands, her curious eyes fixed on Gu Sheng's every move.

The Spirit Gathering Array activated, and the power of five thousand Spirit Stones was gradually released. The dense Spiritual Energy filled the space like mist, almost condensing into droplets. Guided by the array, this Spiritual Energy slowly converged toward Gu Sheng.

Gu Sheng closed his eyes and focused, beginning his cultivation. His breathing synchronized with the waves of Spiritual Energy, and with each inhale, a large amount of Spiritual Energy surged into his body, nourishing his meridians and dantian.

Time passed, and Gu Sheng's aura grew stronger and stronger, like a volcano on the verge of eruption. Suddenly, the Spiritual Power within him surged uncontrollably, and a powerful presence erupted from him.

"Rumble—" The sky was suddenly covered in dark clouds, and thunder roared as if heaven and earth had sensed Gu Sheng's breakthrough.

"Oh no, it's Heavenly Tribulation!" Lei Ying exclaimed in shock.

Gu Sheng opened his eyes, which gleamed with unwavering determination. He knew this was the sign of him breaking through to the Sixth Layer Heaven of the Sea Floor Realm. Rising to his feet, he looked up to the heavens, ready to face the baptism of the Heavenly Tribulation.

Purple Qi surged across three thousand miles, dyeing the entire sky a majestic shade of violet. Martial Artists from all directions were drawn to this phenomenon, and voices of astonishment filled the air.

"Who's breaking through? They've even summoned a Heavenly Tribulation!"

"Could it be someone from the Jade Maiden Gang?"

"Quick, let's go take a look!"

Meanwhile, some Martial Artists with malicious intent saw an opportunity and attempted to disrupt Gu Sheng's breakthrough. However, before they could approach the Jade Maiden Gang, they were repelled by the Gang Members led by the Gang Leader.

Li Xueyue, the Jade Maiden Gang Leader, said coldly, "Anyone who dares to disturb the breakthrough of my Jade Maiden Gang's honored guest will be the enemy of our entire gang!"

Under the Heavenly Tribulation, Gu Sheng's aura grew more powerful, as if he had merged with heaven and earth, comprehending the mysteries of the Great Dao. Finally, the tribulation passed, and Gu Sheng successfully broke through to the Seventh Layer Heaven of the Sea Floor Realm! Yet his cultivation continued to surge, and he actually advanced directly to the Eighth Layer Heaven!

Following his breakthrough, Gu Sheng's momentum was overwhelming. As he activated his cultivation technique, visions of mountains, rivers, seas, flowers, exotic birds, and beasts manifested behind him. Golden waves roared endlessly, as if they would engulf the entire world. His imposing aura was so intense that no one dared to meet his gaze.

At that moment, Gu Sheng's Ancient Sacred Body revealed its extraordinary nature. As he circulated his cultivation technique, his entire body radiated a golden brilliance, which resembled the descent of a golden War God upon the mortal realm. With a casual wave, he could conjure golden palms and fists, each imbued with earth-shattering power.

"So this is the power of the Eighth Layer Heaven of the Sea Floor Realm?" Gu Sheng clenched his fist, marveling at the surging Spiritual Power within him.

"Big Brother, you're amazing!" Lei Ying jumped up excitedly, cheering for Gu Sheng's breakthrough.

Gu Sheng smiled faintly, fully aware that his smooth breakthrough was thanks to Lei Ying's companionship and the support of the Jade Maiden Gang. Standing within the Spirit Gathering Array, feeling its dense Spiritual Energy, warmth surged in his heart.

"Gang Leader Li, thank you for your care and support during this time," Gu Sheng said sincerely, turning to Li Xueyue beside him. "To express my gratitude, I would like to invite you to enter this Spirit Gathering Array with me to cultivate the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra in Dual Cultivation."

Li Xueyue was taken aback, surprise and delight flickering in her eyes. She knew that the Dual Cultivation method of the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra could greatly enhance cultivation, but it also required immense trust and harmony between the participants.

"Young Master Gu, is this… is this real?" Li Xueyue asked, her voice tinged with disbelief.

"Of course it's real." Gu Sheng nodded with a smile. "If we cultivate together, our progress will be twice as fast with half the effort."

The two sat facing each other, palms pressed together, beginning to circulate the Jade Maiden Heart Sutra. As the technique activated, a warm current flowed between them, connecting their hearts as one.

Gradually, they entered a wondrous, illusory world. In this realm, they became immortal lovers, living together in a dazzling Xianxia world. They met, fell in love, cultivated together, and fought off various rogues and adversaries hand-in-hand. Through these experiences, their bond grew deeper, as if they truly had become an inseparable pair.

When they awakened from the illusory space, they discovered that their connection had grown even stronger. At that moment, the sky once again became shrouded in dark clouds, and thunder rumbled ominously.

"This is… Heavenly Tribulation?" Li Xueyue exclaimed in astonishment.

A firm resolve flashed in Gu Sheng's eyes. "Yes, this is the Heavenly Tribulation triggered by our cultivation breakthrough. But don't worry, we'll face it together."

As soon as he finished his words, divine lightning descended from the heavens, violet beams shooting toward the ground. Visions of mountains, rivers, seas, flowers, fish, and insects emerged amidst the tribulation, as though the entire world was celebrating their breakthrough.

Gu Sheng and Li Xueyue stood hand in hand within the storm, their bodies shimmering with golden radiance, like two golden War Gods. They activated their cultivation techniques, unleashing golden palms and fists to confront the Heavenly Tribulation.

"Rumble—" The thunder was deafening, yet Gu Sheng and Li Xueyue remained fearless. They knew that as long as they relied on each other, they could overcome this tribulation together.

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