Chapter 928: Chapter 488: Goblin Source Stone "Uh... Old Zhang, get up, get up quickly." Gu Sheng, somewhat speechless, helped Master Zhang to his feet with effort. 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖 "Although I’m not from the Zhang family, the safety of Stone Village is my safety. It’s fate that the Heavenly Book has returned to the Zhang family; there’s no need for such a grand gesture." After helping Master Zhang to a chair, Gu Sheng sat down beside him. "Hehehe..." At this moment, Elder Shi suddenly chuckled from the side, "Today, with Xiao Sheng’s return, it’s truly threefold happiness." "Threefold happiness?" Er Gou looked utterly confused, as did everyone else. "Elder, I just returned, what’s with all the happiness?" Gu Sheng chuckled as he spoke. "The first happiness is, of course, Xiao Sheng, you coming back. The second is the Heavenly Book’s return to the Zhang family, providing Stone Village with a treasure to guard. And the third is that the threatening Big Beard Chen has been removed from our surrounding villages, which is the third happiness." Elder Shi explained to everyone, enunciating each word clearly. "Yes, yes, threefold happiness..." "It’s all thanks to Xiao Sheng, otherwise our Stone Village would have been in grave danger long ago." "Indeed, it’s Brother Sheng’s credit." The entire gathering in the council hall focused all their attention on Gu Sheng. "Let’s have a celebration for Brother Sheng tonight!" "I agree!" Shi Lou and Shi Shanlin, the two brothers, suggested. Subsequently, others echoed the sentiment. Elder Shi and Master Zhang also agreed, planning to properly reward Gu Sheng. Seeing everyone’s enthusiasm, Gu Sheng felt obliged to accept. After the crowd dispersed, Gu Sheng stayed behind with Master Zhang and Elder Shi in the council hall. Gu Sheng carefully took out several pieces of rough ore, each the size of a phoenix tree seed, and handed them to Master Zhang. The surface of the stone felt coarse yet emitted a faint, strange luster. Just from touching it, it seemed to possess some mysterious power. Master Zhang took the stones, his eyes immediately showing surprise. He observed them closely for a moment, then his expression changed dramatically. "This... this is a Goblin Source Stone!" Master Zhang’s voice carried a hint of tremor, revealing his shock at the stone’s origin. Elder Shi, upon hearing this name, was also taken aback. He leaned in for a closer look and nodded to confirm. "Indeed, this is a Goblin Source Stone, a legendary treasure from the ancient Goblin Clan, containing immense energy." Seeing their intense reactions, Gu Sheng felt anxious and quickly asked, "What is the origin of this Goblin Source Stone? Why are you both so surprised?" "Whew..." Master Zhang took a deep breath, calming himself. "The Goblin Source Stone was the lifeline of the ancient Goblin Clan, living deep underground, consuming the stones to absorb energy and develop formidable power. Each stone is a treasure of the world, each one worth ten pounds of refined ore!" "What!" Gu Sheng, fully shocked by this revelation. He hadn’t expected the stones he grabbed from some odd creatures to have such significance. "So, will these Goblin Source Stones help me with my cultivation?" Gu Sheng asked. Elder Shi nodded, "Of course, the energy within Goblin Source Stones is extremely pure. If utilized properly, it can greatly benefit cultivation. However, these stones are exceptionally rare, even in ancient times, and were the treasures of the Goblin Clan, often unattainable by ordinary people." "Xiao Sheng, how did you obtain these Goblin Source Stones?" Master Zhang asked with a serious expression. Gu Sheng recounted in detail his encounter with strange creatures in an underground mine and how he defeated them to obtain the Goblin Source Stones. Master Zhang, hearing this, looked even more grave. He exchanged a glance with Elder Shi, seemingly reaching an understanding. "The mine you mentioned is the Spirit Vein of the Qingxia Sect." "Yes, there are thousands of goblins guarding it, and they hold the Goblin Source Stones in high regard. If they discover you have taken the stones, they will stop at nothing to hunt you down." Elder Shi and Master Zhang spoke to and fro. Gu Sheng felt a surge of dread. He was grateful for his swift escape; otherwise, he would have been devoured by the goblins. At the same time, he abandoned the thought of destroying the Qingxia Sect’s Spirit Vein. After all, the goblins there are numerous and powerful, something he cannot handle alone. "Sigh..." Elder Shi suddenly sighed deeply. Gu Sheng noticed Elder Shi’s troubled expression and inquired, "Elder, is something the matter?" "Xiao Sheng, your ability to acquire the Goblin Source Stones showcases your strength, but their appearance might attract the Qingxia Sect’s attention. We need to be cautious going forward." Elder Shi voiced his concerns. "Indeed, if they learn about the Goblin Source Stones here, they might organize a large search party." Master Zhang nodded in agreement. "Rest assured, no one else knows, only the three of us." Gu Sheng spoke earnestly. "Hmm, that’s good." Elder Shi nodded. Then, Master Zhang looked at Elder Shi, and the two seemed to reach a silent agreement. Subsequently, Master Zhang said, "Xiao Sheng, these Goblin Source Stones are highly beneficial for cultivation. Since you have them, absorb their energy well and don’t take them out. Put them away quickly." "Alright." Gu Sheng nodded. But as soon as Gu Sheng put the Goblin Source Stones away, he sensed a wave of unusual energy fluctuation.