"Reporting to the Ancestor, this is everything that happened that day. Your disciple and his followers were traveling to Purple Return City when we accidentally encountered a spatial rift and nearly fell into it. At the critical moment, it was that mysterious white-clad young man who appeared and saved us."
In Purple Dew Mountain, radiant light rose into the sky, and the majestic mountains stood tall, resembling an ancient world that transcended the mundane. The aura of an immortal realm was thick and pervasive.
Everywhere one looked, there were vast and magnificent mountains, silver waterfalls cascading down, strange pines and cypresses, lush and verdant. Large islands floated in the depths of the sky, shrouded in colorful clouds.
Now, within a grand palace hidden in the void of time and space,
Zi Yunchuan, who had returned from the Ten Thousand Treasures Secret Realm, knelt respectfully on the ground, recounting in detail how he had encountered Gu Changge.
Inside this grand palace, chaotic light swirled, time laws danced, and thick immortal mist filled the air. On the surrounding meditation cushions sat many blurry and indistinct figures.
These beings were all elders of Purple Dew Mountain, having survived multiple Heavenly Decline Tribulations. Their strength was unfathomable, and a single stomp from them could easily cause earthquakes in the outside world. A single word from them could determine the life and death of countless cultivators.
At the center of the palace stood the current Lord of Purple Dew Mountain, his hands clasped behind his back, facing away from everyone.
He was tall and imposing, his wide sleeves embroidered with the sun, moon, and stars. On his head rested the Primordial Chaos Purple Gold Crown, exuding an aura of majesty that inspired awe and submission, as if he were a true deity spanning the long river of time.
If one were to list the strongest figures currently recognized in the Prime-Origin Civilization, the Lord of Purple Dew Mountain would undoubtedly occupy a place among them.
He had achieved the Dao countless epochs ago, his true body spanning many great eras. He had personally experienced numerous minor and major reckonings and was a notorious figure from ancient times, having slain many peers of his level.
At this moment, hearing Zi Yunchuan's report, everyone in the hall focused their attention, clearly taking the matter seriously.
The Lord of Purple Dew Mountain remained silent, his back turned to everyone.
However, deep within his eyes, scenes of creation and destruction seemed to be unfolding. He was clearly using Zi Yunchuan's words to attempt to deduce the truth of the matter.
Zi Yunchuan knelt with his head lowered, never having expected that his return to Purple Dew Mountain would result in a personal audience with the Ancestor.
While nervous and uneasy, he dared not hide anything and recounted everything he knew.
However, even he felt somewhat dazed and incredulous.
When the elders asked him about Gu Changge's name and origins, the memories in his mind regarding this part began to blur, as if they were about to dissipate.
He knew Gu Changge's surname, but he couldn't mention it or even think about it.
This terrifying and incomprehensible power left Zi Yunchuan both shocked and chilled to the bone.
"You may leave. Zi Susu, stay behind."
Finally, just as Zi Yunchuan was about to collapse under the pressure, the Lord of Purple Dew Mountain spoke.
He did not turn around, seemingly still pondering the matter.
Zi Yunchuan was momentarily stunned. He glanced at the purple-clad girl beside him, who also had her head lowered, and didn't dare to ask any questions. He quickly left the grand hall.
The purple-clad girl had skin as white as porcelain, smooth and delicate, with a full bust and a graceful figure. She was a rare beauty, the renowned prodigy of Purple Dew Mountain, Zi Susu.
Zi Yunchuan didn't know why Zi Susu had been summoned by the Ancestor just like him.
Could it be because of Ye Suyi?
"Based on Zi Yunchuan's account, he didn't seem to be lying. However, it's still difficult to determine whether that mysterious white-clad young man truly came from those Forbidden and Mysterious Lands."
After Zi Yunchuan left, the other elders in the hall slowly began to speak.
Although the conflict between the Immortal Chu Dynasty and the Demon Court had caused quite a stir, it wasn't their primary concern.
Now, many forces and clans in the Prime-Origin Civilization were speculating about Gu Changge's identity and origins.
Purple Dew Mountain was no exception.
"The matter is likely not as simple as it seems. If he truly came from the legendary Forbidden and Mysterious Lands, then things would actually be easier to handle."
The Lord of Purple Dew Mountain shook his head, his eyes revealing a deep, contemplative light.
He had already deduced everything Zi Yunchuan had said, and there were no signs of deception in his account.
However, when he tried to deduce Gu Changge's origins, he encountered immense resistance.
A vast fog seemed to blow in, obscuring his vision, plunging everything into darkness and silence.
If he continued to deduce further, he might even encounter unforeseen consequences.
This was the first time the Lord of Purple Dew Mountain had experienced such a thing. He might even lose himself in the deduction and never return.
Although he appeared calm, he had actually broken into a cold sweat internally.
"Let's not interfere with this matter for now. We'll observe and wait. If calamity is to come, the Immortal Chu Dynasty will face it first. Why should we rush?"
The Lord of Purple Dew Mountain waved his hand, dismissing the elders.
Before Chu Gucheng established the Immortal Chu Dynasty, the Lord of Purple Dew Mountain had once schemed against him, attempting to seize his fortune.
He had even taken action, locating the world from which Chu Gucheng had emerged. Disregarding the terrifying backlash and karma, he shattered the river of time within that world, trying to kill Chu Gucheng in his weaker past.
That incident had been one of the greatest crises of Chu Gucheng's life, nearly resulting in his death.
In the end, it was Chu Gucheng's master, the Law Sage, who intervened. Relying on a life-and-death friendship with a top-tier figure from the Dawn Civilization, he asked for their help to stop the Lord of Purple Dew Mountain and save Chu Gucheng.
This incident was no secret in the Prime-Origin Civilization.
Although Chu Gucheng ultimately survived, those who had witnessed the events knew that he had paid a terrible price at the time.
Now that Chu Gucheng had established the Immortal Chu Dynasty and become one of the top figures in the Prime-Origin Civilization, he had never forgotten his grudge against the Lord of Purple Dew Mountain.
However, on the surface, neither of them showed any signs of hostility. But if Chu Gucheng ever got the chance, he would undoubtedly seek revenge against the Lord of Purple Dew Mountain.
The members of Purple Dew Mountain were well aware of this and naturally hoped that the Immortal Chu Dynasty and the Demon Court would clash fiercely, leading to mutual destruction.
"Is there something you're hiding from me?"
After all the elders had left, the Lord of Purple Dew Mountain finally turned around and looked at Zi Susu, who was still kneeling on the ground with her head lowered.