The North-Western region of the Continent was home to many individuals with high luck and potential. If Gu Fei could stir their emotions over there, it would be far better than staying in the Gu Realm. With his current strength, he would certainly be able to establish a foothold in the North-Western region.
The North-Western region was barren, with scarce resources, making it difficult for powerful individuals to emerge. Although there were top figures, their overall strength was still inferior to that of the Eastern Region. Not to mention Gu Fei's personal strength- just the fact that he could refine seventh-grade pills would make him a highly sought-after guest by many powerful families in the North-Western region. After all, seventh-grade pills were not something you could find easily in that region.
Having made up his mind to leave, Gu Fei began making preparations. He never fought a battle without being fully prepared. Although confident in his abilities, he disliked taking unnecessary risks. It was better to be well-prepared.
The Gu Realm was rich in cultivation resources and rare medicinal herbs. It would be a waste if Gu Fei didn't make use of them. Given his status and the recognition he received from the younger generation for his formidable strength, many resources were allocated in his favor. Not to mention, he had a grandfather who is the Black Submerged King.
After refining the seventh-grade pill, many precious herbs remained, and Gu Fei gathered them all. He also packed numerous cultivation resources, stuffing them all into his storage ring.
These past few days, Gu Fei had been busy collecting resources, making him somewhat frantic. Once he finally took a break, he realized he had forgotten to inform his grandfather, Gu Lie.
He walked slowly to the door and knocked. After a moment, Gu Lie opened the door and smiled at his usually elusive grandson. Though Gu Lie was Gu Fei's grandfather, he didn't look particularly old. On the contrary, Gu Lie had a handsome face and a straight figure, appearing to be in his thirties or forties, with eyes that shimmered subtly.
Though Gu Lie didn't exhibit any signs of Dou Qi, Gu Fei knew his grandfather was lethal when he chose to be. If anyone underestimated him based on his appearance, they would surely meet their end.
"Grandfather, I'm planning to travel and explore. Staying in the Gu Realm won't help me grow stronger," Gu Fei said bluntly, knowing that Gu Lie would understand.
Gu Lie had already heard about Gu Fei's separation from Xun'er. Although he hadn't actively sought out Gu Fei, he knew his grandson might not be in the best mood, despite Gu Fei's calm and indifferent demeanor. Gu Lie vividly remembered how deeply in love Gu Fei was when he first pursued Xun'er. The joy on Gu Fei's face when Gu Yuan approved their marriage had been unforgettable, even earning a good-natured laugh from Gu Lie.
Now, Gu Fei had grown more mature, his emotions no longer as visible. Gu Lie wasn't sure if this change was for better or worse; he just wanted his grandson to be healthy and happy. If Gu Fei wanted to leave and explore, perhaps it was a good thing. Gu Lie wasn't overly concerned with whether Gu Fei's strength would improve. In his eyes, his grandson was already exceptional, with outstanding talent, and would surely reach great heights in the future—time wasn't an issue.
What Gu Lie hoped for most was that Gu Fei would find happiness. Moreover, Gu Fei had always been someone who knew his own mind. Since he had made the decision, Gu Lie was happy to support him.
He even gave Gu Fei several prized possessions and a large amount of cultivation resources, which Gu Fei had no choice but to accept, despite his mixed feelings.
After gathering everything, Gu Fei bid a simple farewell to Gu Lie and quietly left the Gu Realm. Other than Gu Lie, he told no one of his departure.
But Gu Fei was a prominent figure in the Gu Realm. When he was absent for a few days, it didn't take long for the clever ones to figure out that he had left the Gu Realm.
However, that's a story for another time.
At this moment, Gu Fei had already left the Gu Realm, entered the Gu Sacred City, and arrived in the Eastern Region.
Gu Sacred City was the gateway between the Gu Realm and the outside world. As soon as he stepped out of the space, he felt numerous scorching gazes on him.
Gu Sacred City strictly prohibited outsiders from entering, and most of those stationed there were powerful Gu clan members. These powerful individuals recognized Gu Fei as the strongest of the younger generation. But, being well-trained, they didn't approach him for conversation. They just stood in place, looking at Gu Fei with admiration in their eyes.
Gu Fei paused for a moment before heading towards the city gate. The guards at the gate respectfully greeted him and then stepped aside to let him pass.
If Gu Sacred City was the most famous in the Eastern Region, then the Gu Clan was the absolute ruler of the entire Eastern Region.
The Central State's Eastern Region was vast and teeming with all kinds of people. The easiest way to navigate it was to align oneself with one of the Gu Clan's subsidiary forces. Some even revered the Gu Clan members as gods, worshipping them with a fanatical devotion that was astonishing.
If Gu Fei had chosen to develop in the Eastern Region, it would have been smooth sailing for him. But, while the Eastern Region was great, it wasn't where Gu Fei wanted to temper himself.
He was headed for the relatively barren North-Western Region.
By now, Gu Fei was on his way to the North-Western Region when he received an unexpected system notification.
Xun'er feels regret. Emotion value increased by 300.
Meanwhile, back in the Gu Realm, word of Gu Fei's departure had spread in secret, and Xun'er, upon hearing it, felt even more regretful. But that was the only notification Gu Fei received, and he paid it no mind.
In the Gu Realm, although Xun'er was full of regret, she seemed even more worried about Xiao Yan's safety. Ever since Gu Yao's men had tried to kill Xiao Yan, leaving him severely injured and missing, Xun'er hadn't seen him again.
Xun'er convinced herself that she was going to the North-Western region to find Xiao Yan, not because Gu Fei had gone there too.
After convincing herself, she decided to sneak out of the Gu Realm and head for the North-Western region.
In the Gu Realm, many people noticed Xun'er's quiet departure that day. Although she wanted to sneak away unnoticed, her distracted state gave her away, and a few people realized she had left the Gu Realm.
Since both of the most talented young people, Gu Fei and Xun'er, had left the Gu Realm one after the other, many were filled with emotion.
"Do you think Gu Fei and Xun'er left the Gu Realm to seek opportunities?"
"If even a peerless talent like Gu Fei leaves, should we stay in the Gu Realm to grow stronger, or should we follow in his footsteps and leave too?"
The Gu Clan members had always been strong, but they also respected strength. They would do anything to become stronger, though they wouldn't resort to underhanded means.