Chapter 899: Chapter 473: The Cracked Path (Part 2) The medicinal soup tasted bitter, yet a warm current flowed from the throat down to the stomach, then gradually spread throughout the body. Soon, Gu Sheng felt his strength slowly returning, and that feeling of weakness and powerlessness was gradually disappearing. Master Zhang saw Gu Sheng’s complexion gradually recover its redness, and he finally breathed a sigh of relief. He sat by the bedside and spoke earnestly, "Xiao Sheng, the secrets of Pingtou Mountain are not so easily uncovered; don’t act rashly again in the future." "Hmm." Gu Sheng responded, then looked at Master Zhang and said, "But... I want to find that Heavenly Book." "Why?" Master Zhang asked, somewhat puzzled. "Actually, it’s for no particular reason; I just want to find more Source Crystal Stones through that Heavenly Book to enhance my cultivation." Gu Sheng replied. "Hehe..." After hearing Gu Sheng’s words, Master Zhang couldn’t help but laugh, "Xiao Sheng, Xiao Sheng, pursuing higher cultivation is understandable, but you’re being too reckless to venture into the Divine Mountain." Gu Sheng remained silent. After all, the Divine Mountain is the faith of Stone Village, and what he did was indeed a bit excessive. After a long while, Gu Sheng suddenly asked, "Haven’t you ever thought of entering the Divine Mountain?" "We have, but..." Master Zhang said as he slowly stood up. "But what?" Gu Sheng asked. "It’s just that the Divine Mountain is a forbidden zone for our clan, and my ancestors have explicitly warned against entering it. Yet... the ancestral legacy disappeared in the Divine Mountain, so we are endlessly fascinated by it." Master Zhang looked in the direction of the Divine Mountain and spoke. "That’s perfect then. I’m not from your Stone Village, and I’m also very curious about the Heavenly Book. How about this: I’ll enter the Divine Mountain, and you help me resist the backlash, okay?" Gu Sheng asked, his eyes shining. "Aren’t you really afraid?" Master Zhang could hardly believe his ears. He couldn’t comprehend why this young man in front of him wasn’t afraid of death. "Not afraid." Gu Sheng smiled and nodded. "Alright then, I’ll help you!" Master Zhang nodded solemnly. After saying that, Master Zhang turned and left the room. Not long after, when Master Zhang returned, he was holding a few talismans drawn on yellow paper. These talismans were drawn with winding runes, seemingly exuding a faint Spiritual Energy. "Xiao Sheng, these talismans have been passed down through our family, and they can protect you from toxic threats in the Divine Mountain." Master Zhang handed the talismans to Gu Sheng. Gu Sheng took the talismans and seemed to sense their power, feeling a rush of joy in his heart. "Thank you, Old Zhang. These talismans are crucial for me." Gu Sheng nodded and said. "Remember, although these talismans can protect you, you must still be very careful." Master Zhang cautioned. "I will, don’t worry." Gu Sheng nodded in agreement. "Also, the effect of these talismans is limited. You must leave the Divine Mountain before they lose their efficacy." Master Zhang added. "Lose efficacy? How long?" Gu Sheng asked anxiously. "Three days! After three days, these talismans will be of no use." Master Zhang replied. "I understand." Gu Sheng carefully stored the talismans, knowing they were crucial for his survival. "So when do you plan to set out?" Master Zhang asked. "Early tomorrow morning. I want to set out at dawn to better avoid some dangers." Gu Sheng answered. "Alright, rest well tonight." Master Zhang nodded in agreement. The next morning, Gu Sheng traveled lightly, with only the talismans given by Master Zhang in his hand. He stood at the door and glanced back at Master Zhang. "Old Zhang, I’m off." Gu Sheng said with a faint smile. "Go ahead, Xiao Sheng, remember my words, be cautious." Master Zhang stood at the door, watching Gu Sheng. Gu Sheng nodded and turned to set on the path toward the Divine Mountain. The sunshine poured down on him, adding a touch of warmth to his journey. Gu Sheng summoned Divine Power and quickly arrived at the foot of the Divine Mountain. This time, Gu Sheng did not plan to fly directly to the top of the Divine Mountain but started from the base. Gu Sheng stood at the foot of the Divine Mountain, looking up at the ancient peak. The mountain was majestic, shrouded in clouds and mist, evoking a sense of mystery and inscrutability. "Hoo..." Gu Sheng took a deep breath and began heading toward the summit. Along the way, Gu Sheng remained vigilant, wary of encountering any monsters. But after a while of alertness, he didn’t detect anything unusual. The mountain forest was calm and serene, without signs of beasts or demons. Sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting a dappled pattern on the ground. Immersed in the charm of nature, Gu Sheng’s tense mood gradually calmed. As the altitude increased, Gu Sheng began to feel the uniqueness of the Divine Mountain. The air here seemed to be filled with a gentle energy, allowing Divine Power to circulate more smoothly. He couldn’t help but marvel internally at the Divine Mountain’s deserved reputation. After several hours of climbing, Gu Sheng finally reached the summit. Suddenly, Gu Sheng noticed the stones at the top were covered in scars from swords and blades. The erosion of time had blurred these scars, yet the intensity of past battles could still be felt. "This..." Gu Sheng squatted down, gently touching the scars. Suddenly, an inexplicable sentiment surged in his heart. These scars, which have existed for at least three thousand years, are enough to prove how fierce those battles on the Divine Mountain were then. Gu Sheng stood up and looked around. He suddenly discovered a crack in the center of the summit; this crack was not wide but exuded a sense of depth. "Hmm?" Gu Sheng was moved. He realized this crack was exactly where the Fire Spirit Dagger had pierced last night. At that time, the summit of the Divine Mountain was split open by the Fire Spirit Dagger, creating a huge crack. But unexpectedly, it has now naturally healed. Then, Gu Sheng squatted down, reaching out to touch the edge of the crack. "Sssss!" Weak currents of heat emanated from the crack. Suddenly, Gu Sheng recalled the time he was poisoned. Back then, it was the wind blowing out of this crack that poisoned him. But now, with the talismans given by Master Zhang, he didn’t have to worry about that anymore. "There must be a supernatural treasure inside!" Gu Sheng said, taking two steps back. "Whoosh!" He abruptly summoned Divine Power, and the Fire Spirit Dagger flew out again. "Clang clang clang!" Gu Sheng, as a controller of the Fire Spirit Dagger, charged toward the crack once more. The flat mountain body again erupted in rumbling sounds when struck by the Fire Spirit Dagger. A cloud of dust billowed, taking a full tea’s worth of time to disperse. Gu Sheng cautiously approached the northern cracked area, and after glancing downward, he was suddenly stunned. There appeared a winding path! "Is there... is there another world below?" Gu Sheng pondered. If there truly was another world, it must be a place enriched with treasures and refined ore. "Let’s go in and take a look!" Gu Sheng said and directly leaped onto the little path below the crack. As his body descended, Gu Sheng felt a strange force pulling at him. That feeling was as if space itself resisted his entry. Immediately, Gu Sheng summoned Divine Power to adapt to this force. Finally, he landed steadily on the path. Once standing, Gu Sheng looked around. He found himself in a space he’d never been to before. The air here seemed fresher, and the light softer. On either side of the path was dense vegetation, with some bizarre flora Gu Sheng had never seen swaying in the breeze, emitting a faint fragrance. He proceeded cautiously along the path, alert for any potential danger. The vegetation along the path grew denser, with some vines even entwining the path, which Gu Sheng had to cut through with his Fire Spirit Dagger to clear the way. As he ventured deeper, Gu Sheng softly sensed a strong fluctuation of Spiritual Energy. "Buzz..." This fluctuation caused the small tripod within him to tremble. "Could there be a supernatural treasure ahead?" Gu Sheng quickened his pace.