Chapter 130: Ziwei enters the mortal world in the bronze mirror, Lu Wu is...

Gu Congxing really followed Lu Wu to the lower world.

He had not yet fully recovered from Lu Wu's shocking speech. Even though he had seen his Tiger-Eared Nine-Tailed Fox, this man looked cold and hard. How could he be the same person as the furry white tiger?

"Be careful, there's a strong wind swirling inside the Nine Heavens Barrier. Follow me."

He suddenly spoke, and embraced Gu Congxing behind him, and golden divine power surrounded the two of them.

The surrounding scenery began to change, with layers of clouds passing through and endless starry sands. Gu Congxing stared at the tall and majestic figure in front of him, watching the silver light shining on his forehead and the long black hair sweeping across his face.

Itchy.

He raised his arm to brush away Lu Wu's hair, but Lu Wu turned his head slightly and grabbed him.

"This is the border between the two worlds. There's constant turbulence. You...don't move."

His hands were large and powerful, and his slender fingers held Gu Congxing tightly, conveying his warm body temperature.

The protective golden light became brighter and brighter, lingering around the two of them. It was even more dazzling beside Gu Congxing, blocking the fierce wind for him.

Although he spoke in a cold manner, his actions were impeccable.

Gu Congxing glanced at his sharp jawline and thought to himself: Perhaps, he would be more approachable than I thought.

But their subsequent interactions opened his eyes.

When resting in the desolate mountains, Lu Wu would set up a barrier in advance to dispel any chaotic foul air that might be present.

Whenever he encountered wild monsters or ferocious beasts, he would always be the first to stand in front of Gu Congxing.

Even when we stopped to rest, the water bag he handed over was always filled with the perfect temperature of refreshing wine.

Gu Congxing: ...

This is more than just being approachable, it is simply meticulous!

"White Tiger... cough, Immortal Lord Luwu, I am not a helpless child, so there is no need to take care of me like this." This made him flattered and feel very uncomfortable!

Beside the bonfire, Lu Wu, who was brewing spiritual liquid, raised his eyes slightly and said, "Lu Wu."

Gu Congxing: "What?"

"Just call me Lu Wu," he said, handing over the green cup. The amber-colored fruit wine gave off a sweet and light fragrance. "You've just arrived in the human world, so it's inevitable that you'll feel a little uncomfortable. I should take good care of you."

Gu Congxing stared at the spiritual liquid for a moment, and still followed his heart to take it. He took a sip and his eyes suddenly lit up, and then he drank it in one gulp.

Lu Wu watched his movements, a slight smile rising from the corner of his mouth.

"Well, although this is my first time coming down, I'm a thousand-year-old tree after all, and I'm already an adult who can take care of myself." Gu Congxing licked the corner of his mouth and said, "Come to think of it, did you bring me down this time to help you?"

"good."

Lu Wu took the cup and, with practiced ease, wiped the spirit wine from the corner of his lips with a handkerchief. "You are the most powerful among the Imperial Garden Nursery, and you are qualified to assist. I have already informed the Emperor of this mission."

Gu Congxing's eyes moved slightly, and he thought of the miraculous effects of his magic fruit again.

In front of Lu Wu, his skills were nothing but a show of skill. Perhaps what he and the Jade Emperor really valued was the Immortality Fruit.

But it doesn’t matter. After all, having the opportunity to leave the nursery is a blessing that can’t be missed.

Gu Congxing asked, "We are here to capture Gu, right? Do you know where he is?"

"...I don't know the exact location yet." Lu Wu paused, his gaze shifting to the campfire not far away. "But I can sense its magic power and can follow it along the way."

"Hmm, is that so?"

He nodded with a mature and solemn look, but in fact he was already very happy.

Follow along the way... then he can have a good time exploring the human world!

Just as Lu Wu said, they entered the city within ten days. They saw vendors selling various goods and tourists everywhere, creating a lively scene of people living and working in peace and contentment.

Gu Congxing blinked, cheered excitedly, and ran to a candied haws stall, staring at the red fruits with shining eyes.

"Oh, what a handsome young man!" The shopkeeper beamed. "Would you like to try one?"

Gu Congxing nodded repeatedly, took the candied haws and took a bite, immediately praising it: "Delicious! Delicious!"

The boss smiled even brighter, rubbing his hands and saying, "Of course! My family's sweetest tea is the best in Shangfang City! Young master, this string only costs three cents, what do you think...?"

Gu Congxing paused and said blankly, "Three cents? But I don't have that."

The boss's eyes, which had been narrowed into slits, suddenly widened and his smile disappeared completely. He rolled up his sleeves and was about to speak when he saw a coin of silver being handed to him.

"Is this enough?"

Lu Wu was tall, and even though his expression was calm and relaxed, he still had an imposing presence. The shopkeeper looked up at him and shuddered all over. He then took the silver and forced a smile, "Of course it's enough! Please wait a moment, sir. I'll give you the change..."

“No need.”

He responded casually and slowly left with Gu Congxing.

"It turns out that the human world trades with gold and silver to circulate all kinds of goods." Gu Congxing looked at the passers-by in all directions, and sometimes he would meet the gazes cast in this direction. He would stare at them, but was blocked by Lu Wu.

"That's right. Although the human world doesn't have as many rules as the divine world, it does have some common etiquette, which you will gradually learn." He led Gu Congxing to an elegantly decorated clothing store, still speaking in his usual indifferent tone, "You should buy some more clothes."

Gu Congxing originally only wanted to buy one or two sets of clothes, but the shopkeeper was too enthusiastic. He kept saying things like "Young Master is so handsome", "This set makes him look so elegant", "This set makes him look even more lively and handsome", and actually took him to change into more than ten sets of clothes.

Lu Wu actually watched silently the entire time, his eyes following his movements until Gu Congxing's face showed signs of fatigue. Then he said, "I want all of these."

As dusk fell, the two found an inn and stayed in the upper room. Gu Congxing sat on a wooden chair and breathed a sigh of relief.

"The human world is so lively..."

At this time, there was a knock on the door, and the waiter came in with a pile of snacks and put down two pots of sake.

"Sir, this is a complimentary gift from the top room in the Tianzihao restaurant. It's our best osmanthus wine and mung bean pastry!"

After he left, Gu Congxing couldn't wait to start. He took a bite of the mung bean pastry and immediately squinted his eyes in satisfaction.

Although his movements were elegant, he ate very quickly, finishing the stack of mung bean cakes in the blink of an eye. He took out the top layer of the food box, expecting more below, but found only a tray of mooncakes.

“…” Oops, he didn’t even leave a single mung bean pastry for Lu Wu.

He glanced at Lu Wu with a guilty conscience, but saw that he still had a calm expression. His dark golden eyes reflected the candlelight, and were actually shining with a gentle smile.

Gu Congxing wondered if he had seen it wrong, and blinked his eyes to look again, only to see that Lu Wu had returned to his normal appearance and handed him a cup of osmanthus wine.

He took it as usual and took a sip.

Well, although it is not as sweet as fruit wine, it has its own flavor.

Perhaps because he had eaten too much mung bean pastry just now, he was quite thirsty, but he drank the cup in a moment and poured himself another cup.

Lu Wu said, "You haven't drunk much, so don't drink too much."

"I know." Gu Congxing shook the cup and propped up his head to look at him.

Lu Wu no longer wore the battle armor he wore in the God Realm. He was now dressed in a light-colored brocade robe with cloud patterns, his black hair was tied up high, and he wore a jade crown with dragon patterns. Although he still looked awe-inspiring and fierce, he was no longer as ferocious as before.

"...Lu Wu, didn't you fail to defeat the drum before? Even with me here this time, how can you be sure you can defeat it?"

Lu Wu was eating a mooncake, but when he heard it, he put it down and said, "It has the power of the brand, so it's fine."

He sipped his wine and spoke slowly, "After gaining this power, I encountered the mythical beast Tengu while pursuing the drum. It went berserk, swallowing up the sky and the moon. I branded it to subdue it... The drum and the Tengu are of similar power, so if I fight the drum again, I can still defeat it."

Tengu?

Gu Congxing felt that the name was strangely familiar. He muttered a few words to himself, and for some reason a red figure surrounded by flames appeared in his mind.

He concentrated his attention to look, but there was a thick layer of fog between them, and he could not see clearly no matter what.

"Ganmu?"

Seeing him covering his head in deep thought, Lu Wu frowned and moved closer: "Could it be that you are feeling unwell?"

"No...it's okay." Gu Congxing shook his head and suddenly remembered that he had heard Wen Yu mention the old news before.

"I remember that Emperor Nanyang once brought back a mad beast that swallowed the moon. Could it be that celestial dog?" He poured himself another glass of wine.

"Exactly."

"So you were the one who captured him?!"

Gu Congxing slammed his wine glass on the table, stood up, and said, "Emperor Nanyang received many rewards from the Heavenly Emperor for this matter. Even the immortals have heard of his bravery and reputation. You... you contributed for nothing, how could you be making things easier for others?!"

Lu Wu lowered his eyes to look at the cup in his hand, tapping the rim with his slender and powerful fingers.

"Emperor Nanyang also contributed. His immortal rank is higher than mine, so it's perfectly fine for him to escort the Heavenly Dog back."

"Just because he's at a higher level of immortality does that mean he can do this?" Gu Congxing frowned. "You've participated in many battles. Haven't you encountered many things like this?"

Lu Wu remained silent.

Gu Congxing propped himself up and moved closer to look at him, but saw that he looked away and refused to look at him, so he sighed heavily and drank the wine in the glass.

Lu Wu listened to the sound of him gulping down his wine and took a swig from his glass. After a moment, he said, "There are many divine beasts in the divine realm. The White Tiger Clan of the Northern Territory was the first to advance to the level of a god. This is already a great favor from the Emperor. I... shouldn't ask for more."

Gu Congxing was a little drunk at this moment. He shook his head, and his consciousness was not as clear as before.

"Ah... you are quiet and hardworking, but who cares about your kindness?"

Even the immortal plants in the Imperial Garden Nursery were afraid of him, completely unaware of his silent protection.

Gu Congxing was already drunk at this moment. In a trance, he saw round tiger ears appearing on Lu Wu's head again. He couldn't help but reach out his hand and move closer, bringing the faint aroma of osmanthus wine.

Lu Wu did not dodge. He rubbed the soft and furry ears and a big smile appeared on his smart face.

Sure enough, it still feels great.

"Big Tiger, if you don't want to lose your dignified and majestic image in front of outsiders, then tell me. After all, you've curled up around me with your tiger tail several times..."

He paused, feeling that this statement seemed inappropriate, but his chaotic mind was no longer able to delve into it, and he only muttered instinctively: "I don't feel sorry for you, I just think...you can talk to me."

After he finished speaking, his head tilted and he fell straight forward.

The expected collision never came, and he fell into a warm, solid embrace. Lu Wu reached out and held him firmly, gazing intently at the whorl of hair on the man's head.

The burning candle popped into a candle flower, illuminating the figures of the two people hugging each other.

A very soft response was heard in the silent room.

"……good."

***

After that day, Gu Congxing no longer feared Lu Wu. Instead, he respected and pitied him, and felt that his immortal friend was really a sucker.

This immortal king is good in every way except that he is too stubborn. He believes in what he has decided. I am afraid that not only will he continue to be busy, but if he meets someone who tries to deceive him, won't he be easily lured away?

Gu Congxing felt a little nervous as she looked at Lu Wu in the bronze mirror who was tying her hair into a bun.

He gently combed the jade comb through his hair, his technique surprisingly deft. His fingers flew in the mirror, his expression still as calm as a still pond, but Gu Congxing could inexplicably see that he was enjoying this.

"...Lu Wu, I also like this kind of leisurely life."

Gu Congxing looked up at Lu Wu: "But we haven't been moving for a while. Won't this delay the mission?"

Lu Wu didn't stop moving at all: "No problem."

He half-tied up his satin-smooth black hair and inserted a jade hairpin into it.

"One day in heaven is one year on earth. Even if we go slower, it won't delay us."

Indeed, the days they spent in the human world were just a blink of an eye for the immortals in heaven.

"In that case, let's stay in this city for another night!"

Gu Congxing grabbed Lu Wu's hand, raised his head and said with a smile: "I heard from the waiter that there will be a temple fair tonight, and there will be many strange and exotic things!"

Lu Wu lowered his head and stared at him, his big hand gently stroking his cheek.

"good."

Since then, they really slowed down their pace, saw this prosperous world, and traveled across thousands of miles of rivers and mountains.

In spring, you can visit the fragrant grass, in summer, you can enjoy the green lotus pond, in autumn, you can drink yellow flower wine, and in winter, you can recite poems about white snow.

Lu Wu sometimes appears in the form of a tiger, but more often he accompanies him in human form. A year has passed in the blink of an eye.

Then they came to the north in the dead of winter and finally found the drum in Zhangwei Mountain.

It was a more intense struggle than one could imagine.

Gu Ben is the son of the god Zhulong. He has been dormant for a long time to accumulate strength. He seems to be at ease when facing Lu Wu, with whom he had fought before.

But Lu Wu was a veteran of many battles, and he responded to every move without panic, until he was led into a trap.

The ordinary vines suddenly wrapped around him like living things, tightly binding his feet and making it impossible for him to escape. At this moment, Gu laughed wildly again and dodged straight into his heart!

"stop--!"

Gu Congxing shouted loudly, and his magic power surged. He actually used the spirit of the sacred tree to inspire those dragon blood vines to retreat one after another!

Gu Zhen was horrified and immediately turned to look at Gu Congxing. His pupils were wide open and his brows were furrowed as if he wanted to say something, but Lu Wu, who had regained his freedom at this moment, had seized the flaw at this moment and injected pure magic power into his body!

Gu immediately let out a long roar and revealed his true form as a mythical beast. The golden mark engraved on the dragon's body was like a chain that could never be broken.

Gu Congxing looked at the struggling and roaring Xuanlong, and a buzzing sound suddenly appeared in his head.

Mythical beast...drum...black dragon...

A voice from the depths of the sea of ​​consciousness was clamoring, as if trying to break through some confinement, but was suppressed again.

“Hahahahahaha!”

Suddenly, a loud laughter came from the sky. Gu Congxing and Lu Wu turned around and saw that it was Emperor Nanyang who was coming with a long spear in his hand and stepping on auspicious clouds, followed by a group of heavenly soldiers and generals.

"Emperor Nanyang."

Lu Wu immediately clasped his fists and saluted, and Gu Congxing followed his lead.

"Immortal Lord Luwu, your strength is growing stronger and stronger. You have indeed not disappointed His Majesty the Jade Emperor."

Emperor Nanyang glanced at the trapped Xuanlong, waved his hand slightly, and the heavenly soldiers and generals behind him rushed forward and put it into the Xuanta magic weapon.

"This is clearly Lu——!"

Gu Congxing frowned, and was about to refute when Lu Wu interrupted him: "Your Majesty, I am too kind. I am doing my best."

"No need to be modest. I saw it clearly just now." Emperor Nanyang stroked his long beard and turned his gaze to Gu Congxing behind him. "I wonder who this young man is? He can actually control the Dragon Blood Vine. He has great potential in the future."

Gu Congxing was stared at by him, and a chill suddenly ran up from his tailbone.

It was obvious that the other party was praising him, and perhaps he could even be promoted to the immortal level...but he began to tremble uncontrollably.

Lu Wu moved slightly, blocking Gu Congxing completely. He then said sternly, "He is just a sacred tree in the Imperial Garden, assisting me in this battle. Because I gave him some pointers before, he can contribute to this battle."

"I see."

Emperor Nanyang stroked his beard and nodded, but his eyes never left Gu Congxing.

Lu Wu stared at his expression silently, his hands clenched tightly.

"Emperor Nanyang, this time it's quite a big show."

Suddenly, a clear laughter came from not far away, just like the morning breeze passing by, and the invisible haze suddenly dissipated.

Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw a long figure coming, surrounded by purple light, looking comfortable and majestic.

Behind him were two more immortals. The one on the left was serious and stern, while the one on the right was elegant and unrestrained. They all surrounded him, forming a formation of many stars surrounding the moon.

"Ziwei Star Lord?" Nanyang Emperor's expression immediately changed, and his voice was solemn. "And... Zuofu Star Lord and Wenchang Star Lord?"

"This little immortal greets all the star gods." Lu Wu saluted with his fists, and his aura relaxed slightly.

Gu Congxing watched the purple-robed Star Lord descend, his gaze fixed on him. He waited until Lu Wu coughed softly before he hurriedly clasped his fists and said, "I greet all the Star Lords."

Such a handsome and elegant immortal...

Although he had not seen many immortals, Gu Congxing could not help but sigh in his heart that the elegance and grace of Ziwei Star Lord was truly breathtaking, completely in line with his imagination of gods.

And why did he feel a strange sense of familiarity? The first time he saw his bright eyes, he actually felt like crying.

It's so weird.

"Oh? Apart from Emperor Nanyang and Immortal Lord Luwu, this young friend is the first time I've met him." Ziwei Xingjun gently waved his folding fan, smiling leisurely. "I see that you are clear-minded and elegant, with an extraordinary temperament. Are you a newly promoted immortal?"

"No, not really." Gu Congxing slowly raised his head and looked at him. "I am the immortal tree of the Imperial Garden Nursery. I have not been granted an immortal status."

When he looked up, Wenchang, who was standing beside Ziwei Xingjun, uttered "Huh" and chuckled, "This immortal tree does bear some resemblance to Ziwei Xingjun."

"Well, there is indeed some fate." Ziwei Star Lord also raised his lips.

Gu Congxing and Lu Wu exchanged a glance, but before they could say anything, they heard Emperor Nanyang speak again: "I wonder what important matter has brought you here, Xingjun?"

Ziwei Star is the emperor star and the leader of all star gods. In terms of immortal rank, it is on the same level as Emperor Nanyang, but its influence in the divine world is greater.

"I was just passing by. I heard they were coming to tame the drums, so I came to see the fun."

Ziwei Xingjun waved his folding fan and his eyes fell on Nanyang Emperor. "Luwu Xianjun had just defeated him, and the Emperor took action to put him into the tower. What a tacit cooperation."

Nanyang Emperor's expression froze. He glanced at Lu Wufang and stroked his beard, saying, "That's right. It's a shame to say that we should have fought side by side, but I let Immortal Lu Wu suffer. When I return, I will report this to the Jade Emperor and reward him accordingly."

Gu Congxing's eyes lit up, and Lu Wu also raised his eyebrows slightly.

"Well, I believe the Emperor will do so." Ziwei Star Lord folded his folding fan with a "click", and his bright eyes swept over Lu Wu and Gu Congxing, revealing a warm smile.

After he finished speaking, he flew away with the two star gods behind him. Emperor Nanyang stood silently for a moment, said goodbye to Lu Wu and Gu Congxing, and left with a group of heavenly soldiers and generals.

"Phew, luckily he didn't steal the credit this time..."

Gu Congxing exhaled lightly, "Lu Wu, you—Hey! Lu Wu, why are you injured!?"

Lu Wu, who had been standing still just now, suddenly fell to the ground with a bang, and bright red blood spread across his waist and abdomen.

It wasn't there just now! Could it be that he's injured and just holding on?!

Gu Congxing's heart tightened, and he immediately condensed the immortal fruit and handed it over: "Eat it quickly!"

Lu Wu looked at the glowing fruit and shook his head: "No need."

Divine power surged in his palm, covering the wound on its own.

"...I didn't bring you here for your fruit."

Isn’t it for the immortal fruit?

Gu Congxing stood there in a daze, half-kneeling in front of Lu Wu, and couldn't help but ask: "Then, why did you bring me to the lower world..."

Lu Wu looked up, his golden eyes appearing particularly deep in the mountain wind and snow.

"...Didn't you say you wanted to see the outside world?" He paused. "In that case, I'll take you out."

Gu Congxing's heart skipped a beat, then suddenly quickened.

"Just for this?"

Lu Wu was silent for a moment, then his voice was low and clear:

"...Besides, there are some selfish motives of mine."

He propped himself up, closed the distance between them, and looked directly into Gu Congxing's slightly widened eyes.

"You're being coveted there. If I leave like this, I'm afraid I'll regret it."

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The author has something to say: I originally planned to finish writing it in one go today, but it's a little longer than expected... There are still two chapters left before the main text is finished. I will try to finish it in two chapters tomorrow! I have sorted out the plot and will finish it completely. My little angels have waited for a long time! (Bow and thank you)