For Gao Xuan, this was the best way to handle it.

The Five Peaks Golden Wheel and the Earth-Splitting Trident, these magical artifacts were easy to handle but had low upper limits in power. Holding them was useless. He also had no disciples, unable to unleash the artifacts' potential.

It would be better to directly toss them to the Nether God Claw. Even if it's a huge consumption, it could benefit the Nether God Claw.

Over time, the growth potential of the Nether God Claw could even surpass the Hongyi Sword.

Gao Xuan quickly browsed the memories left by the Golden Horn Demon King and understood the situation.

As expected, the Golden Horn Demon King came because he received a letter from the Jinshan Arhat of the West Cloud Temple, finding out about Iron Horn's situation and came seeking revenge.

Jinshan Arhat and he were strangers, but he did this surely because of Monk Golden Light.

The cause and effect were very simple, Gao Xuan could see it at a glance.

Golden Horn had lived for three thousand years and experienced a lot. He knew many secrets about demons and was quite familiar with the Northern Province.

The memories were too numerous, and Gao Xuan didn't have time to view them all. It was sufficient to clarify the cause and effect of this matter.

With the Nether God Claw, he could review these memories at any time. However, the soul of the Golden Horn Demon King was fully absorbed by the Nether God Claw.

The Nine Tribulation Demon King's soul was very powerful. It was a significant supplement for the Nether God Claw, along with the Wind Tiger Six Tribulation Divine Souls, which immediately resonated with the laws of this world, greatly increasing its power.

After dealing with the Nether God Claw, Gao Xuan then waved his hand to pull Tao Jun out of the crater where he was still in a daze.

Tao Jun was still somewhat confused, the transformation was too drastic, causing him a strong shock.

Seeing Gao Xuan, whose robe fluttered gracefully like the bright moon, Tao Jun felt a jolt of spirit, regaining some calm.

Tao Jun bowed respectfully to Gao Xuan: "Thank you, Celestial Master, for saving my life. Thank you, Celestial Master, for saving millions in the Royal Capital. This humble Taoist is eternally grateful."

Tao Jun was a bit emotional, his old eyes reddened, and tears were about to fall.

Gao Xuan waved his sleeve, lifting the deeply bowing Tao Jun up: "No need for such courtesy, friend. As a Celestial Master, slaying demons and eliminating demons is my duty."

Tao Jun shook his head and sighed: "This humble Taoist was blind, often misjudging the Celestial Master's intentions. I have done many foolish things. Fortunately, the Celestial Master is magnanimous and does not hold grudges against me. I am truly ashamed..."

Half of his words were heartfelt, while the other half was a proactive admission of mistakes to curry favor with Gao Xuan.

After all, the previous actions he took were not very commendable. Seizing this opportunity, he quickly apologized and admitted his mistakes.

Being smart and slick, Tao Jun realized Gao Xuan was truly a strong backer and immediately dropped all pretense to firmly cling to him.

He was humble in attitude and sincere in words, almost ready to take Gao Xuan as his master on the spot.

Gao Xuan didn't take it seriously, knowing that Tao Jun couldn't be simply categorized as good or bad. But at least he was usable and had a baseline for handling matters.

Other various faults were minor details.

Gao Xuan also didn't want to dwell on these issues with Tao Jun, so he casually exchanged a few words with him.

While they were speaking, Jiang Yunfeng and Zuo Wentao arrived.

Jiang Yunfeng and Zuo Wentao both bowed deeply in greeting to Gao Xuan from a distance, their gestures comparable to Tao Jun's.

Zuo Wentao immediately said: "Celestial Master, I had vile thoughts and was blind. I ask for the Celestial Master's punishment."

His words were such that from the beginning he acknowledged his faults, even more straightforward than Tao Jun.

Gao Xuan calmly said, "You've spoken too heavily, friend. There's no need for such."

This indifferent attitude left Zuo Wentao slightly embarrassed.

Earlier, he spoke hurriedly and escaped in haste, which was indeed somewhat unjustifiable. Now, he had to humble himself to seek forgiveness.

Fortunately, Gao Xuan was not inclined to argue with him, which was enough. Zuo Wentao was relieved, and he relaxed.

Jiang Yunfeng saw Zuo Wentao's behavior, feeling conflicted. Yet, in front of Gao Xuan, he couldn't reveal it at the moment.

He moved closer to Gao Xuan and said: "When the Golden Horn Demon King attacked, millions of lives in the Royal Capital were at stake. Fortunately, the Celestial Master intervened and turned danger into safety. While the Celestial Master's extraordinary Divine Techniques are certainly admirable, I admire even more the Celestial Master's compassion and mercy."

Gao Xuan smiled, "You're flattering me. Knowing certainly of defeat but still guarding the Capital City with a sword, I commend you."

Among the three spirit immortals of the human race, Jiang Yunfeng had the best character. Gao Xuan also had to commend him a little.

Although it was just a usual polite remark, Jiang Yunfeng was flattered and repeatedly expressed his modesty: "Celestial Master overpraises me. I am unworthy, truly unworthy..."

Tao Jun and Zuo Wentao were a little surprised that Gao Xuan would actually compliment someone. They were somewhat envious since receiving praise from Gao Xuan was a significant recognition. It wasn't easy.

Gao Xuan said, "There's something to resolve. Since you're all here, you can serve as witnesses."

Jiang Yunfeng felt a bit puzzled, unsure of Gao Xuan's intentions. Tao Jun and Zuo Wentao's expressions slightly changed, as they roughly guessed what Gao Xuan intended to do.

With a wave of Gao Xuan's sleeve, light and shadows swirled, and in an instant, the three of them were inside a meditation room.

Tao Jun had been here before, and seeing the White Jade Buddha Statue behind the altar, he knew this was Monk Golden Light's meditation room.

Indeed, Monk Golden Light stood beside the altar, his face complex as if carved in gold.

Tao Jun and Zuo Wentao exchanged glances, their eyes showing a trace of delight.

Monk Golden Light hadn't done anything good in Wuyuan Country, playing both sides by taking advantage of both Wuyuan Country and their sects, while collaborating with demons to live comfortably.

For this monk, Tao Jun and Zuo Wentao truly felt a deep loathing but dared not offend him.

Seeing Monk Golden Light about to have his downfall, they were naturally happy.

However, both Tao Jun and Zuo Wentao were restrained, not directly showing their schadenfreude.