Gu Sheng felt a surge of longing upon hearing this. If he could obtain such a treasure, his cultivation would undoubtedly reach new heights.
"However..." Wu Dewang suddenly shifted his tone, "what we should focus on more right now is that piece of green bronze in your hands."
"Green bronze?" Gu Sheng was taken aback. He hadn’t expected the piece of green bronze, previously dismissed as scrap metal, to pique Wu Dewang’s interest so greatly.
"Do you know the origins of this green bronze?" Wu Dewang asked mysteriously.
Gu Sheng shook his head and responded, "I’d like to hear your explanation."
Wu Dewang took a deep breath and slowly revealed the shocking secret of the green bronze:
"This piece of green bronze once plunged East Desolation into chaos over tens of thousands of years ago."
"It contains a mysterious power rumored to have the ability to awaken an ancient existence."
"Back then, the top experts from Central Province mobilized to seize this green bronze, nearly turning East Desolation upside down."
Gu Sheng was utterly stunned. He hadn’t imagined that the piece of green bronze he had casually picked up would have such an earth-shattering history.
"You... sure about this?"
He asked hesitantly, unable to believe it.
"Absolutely!"
Wu Dewang declared firmly,
"The value of this green bronze surpasses even the Wild Tower. If you can unravel its secrets, the entirety of East Desolation will tremble!"
Gu Sheng tightly clasped the green bronze in his hand. He could feel the immense power hidden within it. He realized he had stumbled upon a treasure, but also understood that this green bronze might bring him endless trouble.
"Taoist, since you know so much, is there a way to unlock the secrets of the green bronze?"
He asked tentatively.
Wu Dewang chuckled bitterly and shook his head:
"I only know a little surface knowledge. The true mysteries of this green bronze can likely only be deciphered by ancient powerhouses from long-lost eras."
Gu Sheng felt somewhat disappointed upon hearing this, but he refused to abandon his resolve. He believed that with dedication to cultivation and relentless exploration, he would one day unveil the enigmatic secrets of this green bronze.
After chatting for a while longer about cultivation and treasures, the two parted ways. Gu Sheng sought out a secluded location to begin secluded training, while Wu Dewang continued on his treasure-hunting journey.
"Bring it on!" Wu Dewang shouted, his figure flashing to avoid the Wujin Ape’s attack. In his hand, he grasped an old bowl-shaped magical treasure, aiming its mouth toward the Wujin Ape and chanting incantations.
"Broken Bowl Demon Seal!"
With Wu Dewang’s command, black light suddenly erupted from the broken bowl, enveloping one of the Wujin Ape’s heads. The ape let out a horrifying scream, struggling fiercely to escape the black light’s grip.
Wu Dewang gave the ape no chance. With the movement of his fingers, the black light within the bowl tightened, completely encasing the captured head. Before long, the black light consumed the head entirely!
Gu Sheng was shocked by the sight. He hadn’t expected the seemingly ordinary Taoist to possess such a powerful magical treasure and Daoist technique. Not daring to hesitate, he immediately activated his cultivation technique to attack the Wujin Ape.
"Gale Nine Swords!"
Gu Sheng shouted, and the Mystical Sky Sword in his hand transformed into nine streams of sword light, slashing toward the Wujin Ape. Though it had lost a head, the ape remained fierce, brandishing its massive claws to clash against Gu Sheng.
For a while, firelight burst forth and sword qi danced wildly. The volcanic crater trembled under the impact of their battle. Meanwhile, Wu Dewang seized the opportunity to chant incantations, aiming to use his Daoist techniques to further weaken the Wujin Ape’s power.
After an intense exchange, Gu Sheng and Wu Dewang finally joined forces to defeat the Wujin Ape. Its massive body collapsed to the ground, kicking up a cloud of dust.
"Whew—whew—"
Just as the two breathed a sigh of relief, another even stronger water pillar erupted from the Black Pond. Moments later, countless iron-clad Yin soldiers wielding ghostly blades emerged, surrounding the pair entirely.

Comments
The readers' comments on the novel: Longevity Martial Arts: Grinding Experience in the Chaotic World