The young man in white standing before Zi Yunchuan was naturally Gu Changge, who had left the Imperial Immortal Academy.
During this time, he had first gone to the Endless Demon Domain, where he encountered Di Kun, the Seventh Prince of the Demon Court, who harbored deep hatred for the Immortal Chu Dynasty.
Although Gu Changge had not explicitly told Di Kun about Chu Gucheng's descendants, he had provided a general direction.
Di Kun had great ambitions but had been overlooked and unappreciated by the Demon Ancestor.
He wanted to take control of the Demon Court and restore its former glory of ruling over all demons.
Such a person was the perfect candidate to be used as a pawn.
Although the Immortal Chu Dynasty and the Demon Court were currently engaged in a war, in Gu Changge's eyes, it was more of a standoff than a true, all-out battle.
This did not satisfy him, so he intended to push things further behind the scenes, allowing the flames of war to spread deeper and wider.
In truth, with Gu Changge's current strength, he did not need to be overly cautious or meticulous.
However, considering other factors, he could not personally intervene at this time.
The foundation of the Prime-Origin Civilization, no matter how chaotic, was far from being so fragile that it would collapse at the slightest touch.
If he intervened too early, even if he could successfully subdue the Prime-Origin Civilization, it would provoke a joint counterattack from the other supreme civilizations of the Vast Expanse.
The consequences would outweigh the benefits, leading to a series of chain reactions.
Otherwise, Gu Changge would not waste time like this. A direct and forceful approach would be simpler and more straightforward.
"Brother Gu, is this your first time appearing in the world? I've never heard of any force in the Prime-Origin Civilization with a young existence as unfathomable as you."
"Now I've truly broadened my horizons, understanding that there are heavens beyond heavens and people beyond people."
Zi Yunchuan's thoughts returned, and he couldn't help but let out a sigh, whether genuine or polite.
He believed that Gu Changge must be the contemporary heir of some hidden force.
Although Purple Dew Mountain, the Imperial Immortal Palace, and other supreme forces were famous, it did not mean that the Prime-Origin Civilization lacked other forces that could rival them.
For example, some ancient, hidden lands that never interfered with worldly affairs—even Purple Dew Mountain and the Xiyuan Sacred Hall would be wary of them.
Zi Yunchuan speculated that Gu Changge likely came from one of those places.
After all, only such places could nurture a young existence as transcendent and unfathomable as him.
"Is this my first time appearing in the world? You could say so."
Gu Changge smiled noncommittally.
It was indeed his first time walking the world in such a manner within the Prime-Origin Civilization.
In a sense, this statement was not wrong.
The encounter with Zi Yunchuan had been carefully orchestrated by Gu Changge, who had deliberately put him in danger and then conveniently saved him.
Otherwise, how could Zi Yunchuan be so unlucky as to encounter the legendary spatial rift connected to the Lawless and Heavenless Land?
Gu Changge's purpose in doing this was to establish a suitable identity for himself to move freely within the Prime-Origin Civilization.
As for how Zi Yunchuan chose to interpret this, that was his own business.
The Imperial Immortal Academy had already been brought under Gu Changge's control.
He did not need to worry about Zhou Yuan and others who had seen his true form revealing anything.
Hearing this, Zi Yunchuan showed a look of understanding and sighed, "I thought as much. Brother Gu, where does your strength rank within your force?"
He was genuinely curious, as those forbidden and mysterious lands were shrouded in too much mystery.
Even a supreme force like Purple Dew Mountain knew very little about them.
He had heard that in ancient epochs, the founding ancestors of the Imperial Immortal Palace had sought the End of the Path method.
They had ventured into those forbidden and mysterious lands in search of answers and methods, only to disappear without a trace, leaving it unknown whether they had succeeded.
Apart from the End of the Path method, it was said that those forbidden and mysterious lands also possessed supreme summoning methods that could connect to the Land of Truth.
Their existence stretched back to an unimaginably ancient time, even predating the establishment of the Xiyuan Sacred Hall.
Moreover, Zi Yunchuan had heard that within those forbidden and mysterious lands, there might be beings related to the source of the Black Calamity that had once plunged the Vast Expanse into chaos.
These mysterious rumors filled Zi Yunchuan with a sense of awe and reverence for those forbidden and mysterious lands.
"Oh? My strength?" Gu Changge seemed slightly surprised by Zi Yunchuan's question.
He smiled faintly, as if pondering for a moment, then said, "No one is stronger than me."
Hearing this, Zi Yunchuan let out a long breath of relief and laughed, "I knew Brother Gu's background couldn't be as simple as you said."
He had enough self-awareness to know that even if he used all his means, he would not be Gu Changge's match.
Learning that Gu Changge had no equal within his force made Zi Yunchuan feel somewhat better.
After all, he was one of the strongest talents of his generation in Purple Dew Mountain.
If just anyone could far surpass him, how could he accept that?
Of course, Zi Yunchuan naturally assumed that Gu Changge was referring to his peers when he said "no one is stronger than me."
He did not think too deeply about it.
On the wide ancient street, the crowd flowed like a river.
Gu Changge and Zi Yunchuan walked side by side, followed by their entourage, heading into the city.
Zi Yunchuan wore a smile, clearly enjoying his conversation with Gu Changge.
Many cultivators and beings in Purple Return City recognized Zi Yunchuan, knowing that he was one of the strongest talents of his generation in Purple Dew Mountain and a direct descendant of its master.
Thus, they were both shocked and curious about the identity of the young man walking with him.
After all, anyone who could earn such respect from Zi Yunchuan and engage in such a conversation with him must have an extraordinary status.
From his demeanor, it was clear that he was completely at ease, seemingly unbothered by Zi Yunchuan's status.
This left many cultivators secretly shocked and intrigued, speculating about Gu Changge's identity and origins.
"I have a close personal friendship with Fairy Caiyun of the Fragrant Dao Academy. She has already arrived in Purple Return City and is currently at the Riverside Pavilion, where she has reserved a private room, waiting for me to join her."
"Brother Gu, would you do me the honor of accompanying me? Some renowned talents of our generation will also be there."
Purple Return City was vast, with each district spanning millions of miles. The buildings stretched endlessly, radiant and magnificent, exuding a divine aura.
In the Prime-Origin Civilization, young talents like Zi Yunchuan, with their noble status, were extremely respected.
They often formed connections with one another, creating small circles.
With the Ten Thousand Treasures Secret Realm about to open, some who had arrived early had already set up banquets, waiting for their peers to gather before heading to the secret realm.
Now, Zi Yunchuan spoke with anticipation, inviting Gu Changge to join him.