As Gu Sheng recounted his tale, the celestial maidens listened with rapt attention. Elder Ziwei nodded repeatedly, a glimmer of excitement flashing in his eyes. "These secrets are crucial to our Yaochi Holy Land and even the entire Cultivation World."
The Holy Daughter added, "Indeed, especially those mystical tombstones—they seem to conceal some tremendous power. If we can harness it, perhaps we could stand against the impending apocalypse."
The atmosphere froze at the mention of "apocalypse," but Qin Xuan quickly broke the silence. "Oh, stop overthinking it! Brother Gu has just returned; we should celebrate properly!"
"Well said!" Su Yao chimed in. "We ought to throw Brother Gu a grand welcome party!"
