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Chapter 248 Relics of the Valley of Ten Thousand Poisons

Looking at Feng Baobao's determined eyes, Jiang Mo nodded approvingly: "Then let's set off for the Valley of Ten Thousand Poisons now and retrieve the seventh relic."

Jin Qiankun nodded in agreement: "Tongtianling will send someone to the company to borrow the other six relics."

"If all goes well, we should be able to gather all seven relics within seven days and hold the sealing ceremony."

And so, Jiang Mo and Feng Baobao bid farewell to Tongtian Ridge and embarked on their journey to Wandu Valley.

During the journey, Jiang Mo recalled Helian Tianyue's dying words, and a question lingered in his mind.

What exactly is the bloodline of the Gu God? And what is its connection to him?

"What are you thinking about?" Feng Baobao noticed Jiang Mo's absent-mindedness and asked softly.

Jiang Mo shook his head: "I was just thinking about Helian Tianyue's words, and I felt there was some important clue hidden in them."

Feng Baobao pondered for a moment: "If the Helian family is so obsessed with the bloodline of the Gu God, then perhaps it's related to their descendants?"

"Descendants of the Gu God?" Jiang Mo frowned. "As far as I know, the Gu God did not leave any descendants."

"When the Gu God fell, he transformed into seven relics and a wisp of his soul, which were sealed away by the ancestors of Tongtian Ridge."

“However…” Jiang Mo suddenly thought of something, “What if the Gu God didn’t really perish?”

"Instead, it was somehow embodied in his bloodline..."

"Then the successor of the Gu God is very likely the inheritor of the Gu God's bloodline!"

This sudden idea startled Jiang Mo.

If that's the case, then his relationship with the God of Gu might be even closer than he imagined!

Feng Baobao was also shocked by this possibility: "You mean, you might be a descendant of the God of Gu...?"

Jiang Mo shook his head: "It's too early to draw conclusions now. Perhaps Black Gu will know more once we reach the Valley of Ten Thousand Poisons."

The two quickened their pace and hurried towards the Valley of Ten Thousand Poisons.

A few days later, Jiang Mo and Feng Baobao finally arrived at the Valley of Ten Thousand Poisons.

Unlike last time, the poisonous fog in the Valley of Ten Thousand Poisons seemed to be much denser this time, and even Jiang Mo felt a little uncomfortable.

"These poisonous fumes...are more active than before,"

Jiang Mo frowned and said, "The source of all poisons may also be affected by the impending return of the Gu God."

Feng Baobao nodded in agreement: "I felt it too; all the poisonous creatures seemed to be in a state of excitement."

The two carefully made their way through the poisonous fog and soon arrived at the depths of the Valley of Ten Thousand Poisons.

Just like last time, the black lake remained as calm as a mirror.

But a thin layer of golden mist was floating on the lake, which hadn't been there before.

“Black Gu!” Jiang Mo shouted from the lakeside.

A moment later, ripples appeared on the lake surface, and the figure of the black gu slowly emerged from the lake.

“Jiang Mo, Feng Baobao, you’re here again,” Hei Gu’s voice sounded weary. “It seems the situation is worse than I thought.”

Jiang Mo nodded: "The seal on the Gu God is weakening; if it's not repaired, it may completely fail within a year."

Hei Gu sighed, "I know, the Source of All Poisons has also become unusually active recently."

"All the poisonous creatures sensed the imminent return of the Gu God."

"I can guess the purpose of your trip—it's for the ancient jade, isn't it?"

Jiang Mo's eyes lit up: "It really is the seventh relic of the Gu God!"

Hei Gu nodded and took a dark green jade pendant from his neck.

"This ancient jade is a treasure passed down through generations of the Valley of Ten Thousand Poisons. It is said to be a keepsake left behind when the God of Gu fell."

"It possesses the power to control the source of all poisons and is also a symbol of the guardians of the Valley of Ten Thousand Poisons."

"If you need it to repair the seal on the Gu God, I'm willing to lend it to you temporarily."

Jiang Mo took the ancient jade and felt a cool sensation emanating from it.

Then came a strange sense of familiarity, as if the jade had some peculiar connection with him.

“Thank you, Black Gu,” Jiang Mo said sincerely. “We will ensure the safe return of the ancient jade after the sealing ceremony.”

Hei Gu nodded: "I believe you."

"However, there is one thing I must remind you of."

Jiang Mo and Feng Baobao both looked questioning.

"As a token of the Gu God, the ancient jade has a special ability."

The black gu explained, "It can sense the bloodline of the Gu God and resonate with it."

"If the ancient jade comes into contact with the possessor of the Gu God's bloodline during the sealing ceremony, it may trigger unexpected reactions."

Jiang Mo's heart skipped a beat: "The bloodline of the Gu God? Do you know what that is?"

Hei Gu pondered for a moment: "According to the ancient legends of the Valley of Ten Thousand Poisons."

"Before the God of Gu perished, he entrusted a wisp of his bloodline to a descendant."

"This descendant will appear a thousand years from now, becoming a new Gu God, or rather, the reincarnation of the Gu God."

"And this person is very likely the successor of the Gu God!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Mo was startled: "You mean...me?"

Black Gu nodded: "Judging from the abilities you've demonstrated, you do indeed fit the characteristics of a successor to the Gu God."

"Moreover, your reaction to ancient jade is also quite unique."

"Only those with the bloodline of the Gu God could have such a strong connection to the ancient jade."

Jiang Mo looked down at the ancient jade in his hand, his heart filled with complex emotions: "If I truly am the possessor of the Gu God's bloodline, what will happen during the sealing ceremony?"

"This is what I wanted to remind you of."

Hei Gu's expression was grave. "If the ancient jade comes into contact with the bloodline of the Gu God during the ritual, it could very well disrupt the balance and lead to uncontrollable consequences."

"The best-case scenario is that the soul of the Gu God recognizes its own bloodline, voluntarily submits, and returns peacefully."

"The worst-case scenario is that the soul of the Gu God, aided by the power of its bloodline, forcibly breaks through the seal and returns in a violent manner."

Jiang Mo and Feng Baobao exchanged a glance, both seeing the worry in each other's eyes.

On the way back to Tongtian Ridge from Wan Du Valley, Jiang Mo remained silent.

Black Gu's words struck him like a stone, creating countless ripples in his heart.

If he truly is a possessor of the Gu God's bloodline.

Even if he is the reincarnation of the Gu God, then his every move could affect the way the Gu God returns.

This responsibility was heavier than he had imagined.

"What are you thinking about?" Feng Baobao broke the silence.

Jiang Mo shook his head: "I'm thinking, what if I really am the possessor of the Gu God's bloodline?"

"Then how should I face the soul of the Gu God during the sealing ceremony?"

Feng Baobao pondered for a moment: "Perhaps you don't need to participate in the ceremony? Let the people of Tongtianling perform it?"

Jiang Mo gave a wry smile: "I'm afraid it's not that simple."

"Jin Qiankun said that the successor of the Gu God plays an irreplaceable role in the ritual."

"Besides, what if I really am the possessor of the Gu God's bloodline?"

"Then, whether I'm present or not, the soul of the Gu God will sense my presence."

"Instead of avoiding it, it's better to face it head-on."

Feng Baobao nodded, a hint of admiration flashing in her eyes: "No matter what, I will stay by your side."

Jiang Mo looked at Feng Baobao gratefully: "Thank you."

"Speaking of which, your decision to use your blood to repair the seal was a very brave one."