Immortality Through Array Formations Chapter 1956 - 948: Shen Shouxing (4)

Addressing this Initial Golden Core stage affiliate of the Gu Family, Master Gu, with even these few words was a gesture of significant courtesy from him.

A major reason for this patience was Mo Hua’s unique status, which compelled him to offer at least some form of clarification.

However, the notion of gaining entry to the Shen Family’s mine was nothing more than a delusional fantasy.

"Absolutely not," Shen Shouxing declared with iron resolve. "This mine belongs to the Shen Family; no outsiders are permitted to step foot inside."

A chill settled in Master Gu’s heart.

The realization suddenly dawned on him that Mo Hua’s earlier suspicions were likely accurate. There were almost certainly some illicit activities occurring within the Shen Family's mine.

"Young Master Mo has served as a profound benefactor to our Gu Family. Now that he has vanished, I am duty-bound to uncover the truth."

Despite only being in the Initial Golden Core stage while standing before a high-ranking Elder of the Shen Family, Master Gu remained steadfast and unyielding.

Shen Shouxing let out a disdainful sneer and mocked him: "This is a private matter of our Shen Family. Your Gu Family has no business interfering here."

Master Gu’s brow furrowed into deep lines.

At that precise moment, a different voice resonated: "What if the Taixu Gate is added to the equation?"

Shen Shouxing’s expression shifted slightly as he turned to see a cultivator approaching, radiating a piercing sword light and a commanding presence.

"The Sword Dao Elder of Taixu Gate, Xun Ziyou."

Xun Ziyou appeared composed, his eyes sharp and penetrating.

Shen Shouxing’s countenance grew solemn.

The Gu Family could still be managed; they were merely a quasi-fifth-grade family, and Master Gu was just a branch member holding minimal power.

However, the Elder from Taixu Gate standing before him was an entirely different matter.

Furthermore, Mo Hua served as the Formation Leader for Taixu Gate. His importance to the Sect required no further elaboration.

If he had truly vanished, Taixu Gate would undoubtedly demand a full accounting.

Frowning, Shen Shouxing questioned: "What are your intentions, Elder Xun?"

Xun Ziyou spoke slowly, explaining: "I intend to join your party and enter the mine to recover my disciple from Taixu Gate."

He had been tasked by the ancestor to safeguard Mo Hua from the shadows.

Because of the Jade Pendant linked with the Tai Xu Yin Yang Lock, Mo Hua’s safety had been constant, leading Xun Ziyou to be less vigilant.

But now that Mo Hua had descended into the mine, his exact location was unknown, leaving Xun Ziyou feeling deeply unsettled.

Although the Jade Pendant currently signaled no immediate peril.

Should Mo Hua face a genuine crisis, being at such a distance would make it impossible to provide aid. If Mo Hua came to harm because of this, the consequences would be catastrophic.

Consequently, he needed to be in closer proximity to Mo Hua to find any peace of mind.

Shen Shouxing’s face remained frigid.

Logically, Xun Ziyou’s request was justified.

Nevertheless, the Shen Family’s mine was strictly forbidden to any outsider...

Shaking his head, Shen Shouxing delivered a cold rejection: "My apologies, Elder Xun, but I cannot fulfill that request."

Xun Ziyou was briefly startled, but his demeanor quickly returned to the stillness of deep water.

The tension in the air reached a breaking point.

Master Gu, sensing that a stalemate would achieve nothing, cupped his hands and urged: "Elder Shen, your own Young Master has also been taken. If we waste more time, I fear..."

The muscles in Shen Shouxing’s brow twitched.

It was true; Qingsheng was also trapped inside.

Yet, the things hidden within the mine must never be seen by external eyes. Even if Qingsheng perished within, the secrets of the Shen Family had to remain buried...

Shen Shouxing’s eyes were filled with grim determination.

But in a flash, his eyes grew dim, as if a vital piece of his soul had been carved out, leaving him disoriented.

An eerie voice whispered directly into his ear:

"In this lifetime, you have been blessed with only one son."

"If this son perishes, your entire family line will be severed forever..."

Shen Shouxing’s frame shuddered and his face turned ghostly pale. It felt as though his heart was being sliced open as he murmured under his breath: "Yes... I have only this one son..."

The subtle gray haze in his eyes slowly dissipated. He then looked up and gave a nod: "Very well. We shall descend together."