<strong><b>Chapter 1</b></strong><strong><b>383</b></strong><strong><b>: It’s as simple as a nk sheet of paper, what surprise did you bring to me?</b></strong>
At that moment, Mu Yan was ready to fall to the ground, but to her surprise, Gu Changge caught her, and shended securely in his arms.
A clear and pleasant scent enveloped her, lingering at the tip of her nose and evoking memories of warm sunshine, gentle breezes, and swaying green grass. For a brief moment, Mu Yan felt a little dizzy and didn’t fullyprehend the situation. All she could perceive was the appealing scent and the firmness of his chest.
However, as the realization dawned on her that she was leaning against a strange man she had just met, Mu Yan’s beautiful eyes widened slightly, and her face flushed bright red, resembling a cooked prawn, with even the roots of her ears taking on a sunset hue. It was the first time she had been so close to a man in her life.
Suddenly at a loss for what to do, Mu Yan hurriedly struggled to stand on her own. Fortunately, due to her injury, her face was smeared with blood, masking any signs of her panic and embarrassment upon closer inspection.
“Girl, you’re seriously injured; it’s best not to move around right now.”
As Gu Changge spoke, he reached out to support her arm, helping her stand steadily. His demeanor was decent and polite, with no hint of overstepping.
<em><i>Thank you very much!</i></em>n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
Mu Yan took a moment to steady her mind, trying to recover quickly. She couldn’t understand why her heart was racing more than usual. Nevertheless, having weathered many storms in her life, she quickly feigned calmness, not allowing any signs of panic to show.She took a few recovered spiritual nts from her storage space, swallowed them, and began her recovery without hesitation. Gu Changge remained silent, choosing not to disturb her as he watched quietly.
He had long dispelled the killing intent of the elder from the Zhuo n. It was just that this fortunate girl before him remained unaware of it.
Initially, Gu Changge intended to part ways with her and continue deeper into the Zhuo n alongside Ling Huang and Bone Ancestor. However, it now seemed likely that he would be on the same path as this woman for a while.
Both Bone Ancestor and Ling Huang recognized the extraordinary nature of Mu Yan. Yet, her cultivation level was vastly inferior to theirs, almost negligible inparison. Typically, they would not have paid her much mind. However, the fact that Mu Yan had managed to evade the killing intent of a heavenly elder from the Zhuo n for such an extended period indicated that she possessed something special.
Half a quarter of an hourter, Mu Yan opened her eyes after recovering. Her injury had improved significantly, though there was still more blood on her face. Concerned about the murderous intent of the Zhuo n elder and wary of following him again, she refrained from cultivating for too long. It was clear now that the space sacrificial talisman could no longer be used.
If she encountered another life-threatening crisis, Mu Yan knew she might not be as fortunate as before, and escaping would not be easy.
“I don’t know where this gxy is located. I need to gather more information before deciding what to do next…” She continued, “I don’t believe the Zhuo n’s ten-direction universe barrier has been withdrawn.”
Mu Yan’s beautiful eyes narrowed momentarily, shing with danger. After her injury had improved a little, she began to contemte the troubles and challenges ahead. The Heavenly Elder of the Zhuo n had personally put out a warrant for her, and with such a staggering reward, it was inevitable that many would be tempted to pursue her.
At that moment, within the territory of the Zhuo n, her situation would surely cause an uproar. Additionally, her aura had been recognized by the Heavenly Elder, making it easy to deduce her origin and true appearance. Even if she managed to change her appearance, it would be simple for others to identify her.
Mu Yan’s current appearance was not her true face, but the elders of the Zhuo n had various methods at their disposal, rendering even mysterious techniques for changing one’s appearance ineffective against them.
<em><i>It’s been a quarter of an hour, and the killing intent of that old woman from the Zhuo n hasn’t pursued me. She must have exhausted her strength. I can finally feel a bit more at ease.</i></em>
With this thought, Mu Yan couldn’t help but nce at Gu Changge. She was somewhat moved by the way he had seriously protected her from the sidelines earlier, and she hadn’t lost her kindness in saving him as well. Yet, she still didn’t know his name or origins.
In her eyes, although Gu Changge was handsome and refined, with the aura of a banished immortal, he seemed somewhat na?ve and not deeply entrenched in worldly matters; otherwise, he wouldn’t have so readily believed her words.
If she allowed him to apany her, would he follow without question? Wasn’t he concerned that she might have harmful intentions? Or did he have confidence in her and in the strength of the old servant?
“Going out with a beautiful maid and a powerful old servant inevitably leads to looking down on others. This is amon issue among the disciples of those hermit families. But often, it’s this very attitude that leads to their downfall. The harsh world of cultivation will gradually make them face reality.”
Having arrived at her current position through countless trials and intrigues, Mu Yan saw Gu Changge as innocent, like a nk canvas. Yet, she felt he was fortunate to have met her. If she had the time, she would share valuable insights from her experiences in the cultivation world, which might prove beneficial to him in the future.
Unbeknownst to her, Gu Changge stood nearby, unaware that she had perceived him as a kind guardian. After Mu Yan recovered from her injuries, she began to inquire about Gu Changge’s identity and origins. She openly shared her own name and background without reservation.
Gu Changge, for his part, had no intention of concealing his identity in the immortal civilization, but he chose not to borate much on his origins.
Mu Yan suspected it might be due to the rules of the family behind Gu Changge, so she refrained from asking further. Instead, she cautioned him that the world of cultivation was extremely cruel, and no one should be underestimated, even if they possessed great strength.
Gu Changge couldn’t help but smile at the seriousness of her words, unsure if she was being deliberately earnest or simply naive. Both Bone Ancestor and Ling Huang exchanged knowing nces, shaking their heads.
Ling Huang found Mu Yan intriguing, admiring her ability to maintain her kindness and original heart even after advancing in cultivation; it wasmendable. She recognized that Mu Yan’s warning stemmed from her perception that Gu Changge could easily be deceived when away from home, using her past experiences to advise him. This thought almost made Ling Huang chuckle.
Was there really anyone in this world who could pose a threat to Gu Changge? Even if there were, it certainly wouldn’t be within this immortal civilization. Gu Changge had no inclination to y the role of a fool, and Mu Yan couldn’t perceive his cultivation level or strength, as her own power was still too low.
In terms of strength within the immortal civilization, Gu Changge was still some distance from reaching the level of an Immortal King. However, now that he had arrived in the immortal civilization, he needed a suitable identity. He chose not to exin this to Mu Yan, leaving it to her to infer.
A few dayster, the group departed from the gxy and continued deeper into the Zhuo n’s territory. Mu Yan wasn’t aware of Gu Changge and the others’ ns but chose to follow along as a form of support. Moreover, this journey provided her with the opportunity to recover from her injuries.
During this time, news of the killing of the most esteemed elder’s descendant in the Zhuo n’s territory spread quickly throughout the nearby universes. In addition to the Zhuo n, many surrounding ethnic groups existed. While they may not have been as powerful or ancient as the Zhuo n, their backgrounds were not to be underestimated.
The Heavenly Elder of the Zhuo n was among the pinnacle existences in the immortal civilization. The murder of her most important descendant, particrly on the Zhuo n’s territory, naturally caused an immense uproar.
The Heavenly Elder of the Zhuo n even offered a sky-high reward and issued a wanted order based on the murderer’s aura. Suddenly, all factions across the vast universe were on the move. In addition to the Zhuo n members, powerful individuals from other ns began searching for Mu Yan’s whereabouts. The Zhuo n’s ten-direction universe barrier remained in ce to prevent the murderer from escaping.
Moreover, many ethnic groups were eager to uncover who possessed the strength and audacity to kill the elder’s most important descendant right under the nose of a Heavenly Elder. Spection ran rampant; some wondered if it might be the hostile forces of the Zhuo n, such as the other three powerful factions within the immortal civilization: the Hun n, the Gou n, and the Wu n.
The demise of the Zhuo n’s genius raised concerns that it might signal the potential for renewed conflict among the four ns.
Some ethnic group forces had received news that an elder of the Zhuo n encountered unknown dangers while traveling through the boundless world, nearly facing permanent exile. In response, the Zhuo n convened an elders’ meeting to discuss the situation. It was important to note that such meetings were not called lightly; they usually indicated that something significant was about to unfold.
Deep within the Zhuo n, Elder Zhuo Wu wore a clouded expression, her thoughts uncertain. The killing intent she had directed at Mu Yan had been dispelled by someone, not due to exhaustion of power but through intervention.
<em><i>Who is that woman? I can’t deduce her true appearance or origin based on the threads of cause and effect. Moreover, someone is secretly aiding her by dispelling my killing intent. This requires at least a first spiritual transformation existence to possess such power.</i></em>
<em><i>Could it be that the Hun n is scheming behind the scenes to test the Zhuo n’s response?</i></em>
Zhuo Wu had initially approached this situation with a yful attitude, thinking it was merely a game of cat and mouse with a predetermined oue. However, she never expected that not only had the murderer not been found, but she had also lost track of their whereabouts entirely.
There was a possibility that someone of equal standing was lurking behind the scenes, hidden in the shadows, with unknown ns. Elder Zhuo Wu felt a deep sense of dissatisfaction; as a Heavenly Elder of the Zhuo n, this was the first time she had faced such a situation. Even in seeking vengeance for her descendants, she found herself powerless to act in a timely manner.
Determined to take action, she spread the news again, increasing the bounty on the murderer, which caused shockwaves throughout the universe. It was clear that Elder Zhuo Wu was intent on capturing the individual who dared to kill her kin at any cost.
Meanwhile, Mu Yan received the news as well. She felt a bitter resolve, gritting her silver teeth and vowing that one day, she would make the Zhuo n pay a heavy price. However, her oath seemed less convincing in light of the Zhuo n’s formidable status. They were among the most powerful groups in the immortal civilization, and aside from a few obscure and mysterious forces, no one dared to provoke them.
Mu Yan was just a minor figure in the True Immortal Realm, yet she dared to im that she would make the Zhuo n pay a price. If her words were to spread, everyone would likelyugh at her audacity. After learning that the elder of the Zhuo n had increased the bounty on her head, Mu Yan decided to say goodbye to Gu Changge and the others, feeling that staying with them would only endanger them further.
She didn’t exin to Gu Changge the enmity between herself and the Zhuo n, nor did she reveal why she had killed Elder Zhuo Wu’s descendant. With a casual wave of her hand, her figure transformed into a stream of light and vanished into the starry sky.
Gu Changge didn’t dwell on her departure. He led Ling Huang and Bone Ancestor toward the core area of the Zhuo n. Mu Yan carried a strange aura, emanating from her blood, but Gu Changge chose not to investigate further; there was no rush, as a more pressing matter awaited him.
The core region of the Zhuo n was magnificent, filled with various vibrant lights, resembling a river of gxies cascading down and flowing through the vast universe like a shimmering ribbon. Nestled among these gxy-like crystal rivers was the ancient world where the core members of the Zhuo n resided.
In the depths of this ce, one side was tranquil and undisturbed, as calm as a timelesske in the fabric of space. A magnificent round crystal ball, shimmering with strange colors, floated quietly, its turbulent mental power surging within. This power was vast and boundless; if unleashed, it could easily devastate worlds and obliterate all of time and space.
This peculiar crystal ball housed the current spiritual power of Zhuo Fengxie, Zhuoyou’s grandfather. At that moment, the immense spiritual energy coalesced into the heroic figure of a middle-aged man standing tall in the void. The members of the Zhuo n knelt before him, filled with deep respect and fear, not daring to utter a word.
Zhuo Fengxie’s expression shifted from cloudy to sunny, though it looked rather grim.
“Is this the surprise you brought me?” he demanded angrily, his gaze fixed on Zhuoyou below.
Originally, Zhuo Fengxie had been concerned that Zhuoyou’s return to the family would not go as smoothly as anticipated. After careful consideration, he decided to summon her in person to inquire about the details of her journey and to check for any abnormalities in her condition. However, he never expected that upon her arrival, Zhuoyou would confess so many things without prompting, leaving Zhuo Fengxie both extremely furious and utterly incredulous.