Qiu Ling feels anger, +20 emotion points
"Young friend, the fact that we allowed you to enter the Star Realm to subdue the Three Thousand Burning Flame was already a rare exception by the Pill Tower. Yet, you're still planning to bring someone else in? This is simply too..."
Seeing Gu Fei tear open the spatial jade slip, Qiu Ling became a bit angry. His expression changed slightly, and he began to scold.
Although Gu Fei had a powerful background, his behavior was indeed an offense to the Pill Tower!
However, before Qiu Ling could finish his harsh words, he suddenly froze on the spot.
As the white-robed elder stepped out of the spatial rift, an indescribably terrifying aura filled the Star Realm.
Qiu Ling's mouth hung open, swallowing back the words he was about to say. His eyes were filled with shock and disbelief.
He stared at the ordinary-looking old man who emerged from the spatial rift, a hint of fear flashing in his eyes as he involuntarily took a step back.
Who exactly was this person? That terrifying aura far surpassed even the Three Pill Tower Heads.
The next moment, the space trembled slightly, and another elderly figure slowly appeared.
It was Xuan Kong Zi, one of the three Association Heads.
He had sensed the abnormal spatial fluctuations within the Star Realm and had hurriedly summoned the silver door to enter.
Seeing Xuan Kong Zi arrive, Qiu Ling breathed a sigh of relief and was about to speak when Xuan Kong Zi quickly gestured for him to stop, his expression grave.
"This terrifying aura… could it be that this senior's realm…?"
As soon as Xuan Kong Zi saw the white-robed elder, his heart skipped a beat, and his eyes showed a deep fear.
"Haha, Gu Fei, you finally remembered this old man. So, what trouble have you encountered this time?"
The elder, who had walked out of the rift, originally had a serious expression, with his aura continuously rising and his fingers flickering with light. He had rushed over, thinking Gu Fei was in great danger.
Seeing that Gu Fei was unharmed, he finally relaxed, showing a kind smile.
"Grandpa Gu Xiong, can't I just see you without being in trouble?" Gu Fei laughed, speaking casually and with a tone of closeness.
The person Gu Fei had invited was a senior from his grandfather's generation, someone who had watched him grow up and had a very close relationship with him.
Gu Fei's storage ring held over a dozen similar spatial jade slips, each capable of summoning at least a Half-Saint powerhouse.
These jade slips had been given to him by various uncles and elders from his clan, and Gu Fei had only managed to bring a few after repeatedly refusing more.
In the Gu Clan, Gu Fei was the center of everyone's affection.
He had intended to use these jade slips sparingly, only in truly necessary situations, so as not to become overly reliant on them, which wouldn't be beneficial for his growth in strength.
This was the first time he used a jade slip to summon a clan powerhouse for assistance.
The summoned Gu Xiong was a Three-Star Dou Saint, completely overwhelming the strongest person present, Xuan Kong Zi.
Even within the secretive Little Pill Tower, it would be difficult to find someone who could match him.
"Junior Xuan Kong Zi greets the senior!"
Xuan Kong Zi, observing the amiable conversation between the elder and the youth, wore a solemn expression.
Gu Xiong's aura was simply too strong.
In Xuan Kong Zi's perception, it even surpassed that of the Grand Elder of the Little Pill Tower.
At this moment, Xuan Kong Zi dared not be negligent and respectfully stepped forward to greet him.
"Hmm."
Hearing this, Gu Xiong glanced at Xuan Kong Zi for a moment and nodded slightly.
Now that Gu Fei had brought in help, it was clear that he intended to take the Three Thousand Burning Flame today, to avoid any unforeseen complications.
However, with Gu Fei's personality, it was obvious he wouldn't forcefully seize the flame from the Pill Tower.
"Senior Xuan Kong Zi, the Three Thousand Burning Flame has been a nuisance to the Pill Tower. Why not let me take it away today?" Gu Fei politely clasped his hands together.
Hearing this, Gu Xiong also nodded in agreement.
Although the flame wasn't a particularly important treasure in his eyes, Gu Fei's interest indicated it was highly compatible with his cultivation.
"Since young Gu Fei has taken a liking to this flame, why not hand it over? Whatever compensation you require, just say the word!"
Upon hearing this, Xuan Kong Zi's expression turned peculiar, and he glanced at Gu Fei.
So, the boy's confidence earlier wasn't in his own ability but in the help he could summon.
From the moment he saw Gu Xiong, Xuan Kong Zi could already confirm that Gu Fei and his companion were from the ancient Gu Clan.
In Xuan Kong Zi's experience, members of the ancient clans were typically very proud.
They rarely involved themselves in the affairs of the Central Plains or sought its resources.
Even the Three Thousand Burning Flame was of little significance to such a clan. Gu Xiong and Gu Fei's politeness already showed they were giving face to the Pill Tower.
"Since the senior has already spoken, then so be it. No compensation is necessary."
After a moment of hesitation, Xuan Kong Zi agreed. He then quickly formed a seal with his hands.
The strange runes on the black dragon slowly faded, and the black lines gradually receded.
As soon as the seal was broken, the Three Thousand Burning Flame opened its eyes wide, let out a roar, and attempted to flee the Star Realm.
"Beast, try running again, and I'll kill you with one slap!"
Seeing this, Gu Xiong shouted, his voice filled with overwhelming pressure.
Although the Three Thousand Burning Flame had managed to resist the Pill Tower's three heads for many years, that didn't mean it had the actual strength to fight them.
After all, the three heads had only sought to seal it, not destroy it, which was a completely different matter. Had they chosen to kill it, the flame would have long been extinguished.
While the Three Thousand Burning Flame was known as an undying flame, the Pill Tower's three heads could have dealt with it if they had truly wanted to, but they were unwilling to go that far.
Every kind of Heavenly Flame was a rare treasure for an alchemist.
And these flames, having taken thousands or even tens of thousands of years to form, would be too precious to simply destroy.
But Gu Xiong was different. If the flame didn't obey, he would destroy it without hesitation.
Under Gu Xiong's oppressive aura, the highly intelligent Three Thousand Burning Flame indeed stopped fleeing, reluctantly remaining in place.
"At least you know your place, beast!"
Gu Xiong formed a seal with his hands, and a force enveloped the Three Thousand Burning Flame, forcibly compressing its massive body.
"Thank you, Grandpa Gu Xiong!"
Seeing this, Gu Fei smiled.
"Having a strong background really makes a difference!"
Qiu Ling feels speechless and envious, +20 emotion points
Qiu Ling watched helplessly as Gu Xiong took away the Three Thousand Burning Flame, silently complaining to himself.