The scene that had just unfolded at the gates of Purple Dew Mountain left everyone stunned and in awe.
No one had expected the young man in white to have such a significant background.
Moreover, he didn't look very old at all, nor did he resemble the younger generation of other orthodoxies or forces.
So young, yet treated with such respect by Fairy Zi Yan, and even requesting to meet the master of Purple Dew Mountain by name?
All the cultivators and beings felt their heads buzzing, completely unable to imagine what kind of identity and background he could have.
Could it be related to the incident in the Southern Wilderness Ancient Domain?
Some of the older cultivators thought of something, their expressions suddenly turning serious as they spoke in low voices.
Other cultivators nearby, hearing this, also recalled that incident, their expressions equally grave.
Could it really be as the rumors say, that he has emerged from the Forbidden and Mysterious Lands?
Their eyes were filled with shock and disbelief.
Purple Dew Mountain was not just a mountain range but more like a sacred land suspended among the myriad worlds. The mountains and palaces were shrouded in mist, vast and boundless, with numerous spatial dimensions like bubbles surrounding the mountain, enveloping the entire Purple Dew Mountain.
Zi Yan rode a divine rainbow, leading the way as mountains, rivers, and lakes swiftly passed by.
Along the way, they passed through several large teleportation arrays, crossing many regions before finally arriving at the central area of Purple Dew Mountain.
However, this was still considered the outer area of Purple Dew Mountain, not the true inner region.
The true core of Purple Dew Mountain was located within an inner universe. Ordinary cultivators, even if they entered here, would be trapped for life without guidance.
The young companions following Zi Yan also wore serious expressions, no longer as casual as they had been at the mountain gates.
The young man in black robes, named Zi Wu, was quite famous among the younger generation of Purple Dew Mountain, with his father holding significant power.
But now, he was also quiet and silent, following behind Zi Yan without a word.
Zi Yan appeared gentle and graceful, but in reality, she was shrewd and clever. She knew how to assess situations, and from her earlier actions and expression, Zi Wu had vaguely guessed Gu Changge's identity and background.
Originally, he had wanted to tease Ye Suyi a bit more, but since she was following Gu Changge and addressing him as "Young Master," Zi Wu naturally didn't dare to continue.
He was now very curious. If Gu Changge was indeed the figure from the recent rumors, what was his purpose in coming to Purple Dew Mountain?
Friend or foe?
"Young Master Gu, I have already sent word to the elders in Purple Dew Mountain. They are now heading to the council hall."
Zi Yan spoke gently and respectfully, waving her hand to open an ancient teleportation array. A hazy passage appeared, extending beneath their feet.
Gu Changge nodded slightly and followed her into the hazy passage, saying little along the way.
Ye Suyi walked quietly by his side.
As for Jing Tianyun and the White Bone Ancestor King, they remained silent, their auras exuding an ancient and profound presence that made one's heart tremble.
Along the way, many disciples of Purple Dew Mountain saw Zi Yan and bowed respectfully, then looked at Gu Changge with curiosity, speculating about his identity.
Deep within Purple Dew Mountain, mist and clouds shrouded the area, and the aura of the grand dao was thick, as if it were a naturally occurring sacred land.
The innate spiritual energy was so dense it seemed to liquefy, flowing between the mountain peaks and cliffs, forming lakes of spiritual energy.
Many powerful figures, having received Zi Yan's message, were startled and emerged from their secluded cultivation spots. From caves long submerged in chaotic energy, several figures rushed out, their crimson auras overwhelming the heavens, their spiritual power surging.
"A young master surnamed Gu!"
The mountain lord of Purple Dew Mountain opened his eyes, within which the rules of the grand dao flickered and vanished.
He wore a purple-gold crown and a robe adorned with stars, his tall figure seated in a void of chaos.
Around him, the vast expanse of time and space churned, with chaotic currents intertwining, creating a scene of endless turmoil, like an infinite ocean.
However, as he stood up, the area calmed, and with a step, he vanished from the spot.
In other regions of Purple Dew Mountain, many ancient beings also rushed over upon hearing the news, treating the matter with great importance.
Including Zi Susu, who had been in secluded cultivation in another mountain range. Upon hearing the news from her panicked servant, her beautiful face showed a mix of emotions.
"Ye Suyi has actually returned, and she's following a young man who claims to be surnamed Gu."
Her expression turned ugly, her delicate hands clenched so tightly that her knuckles turned white.
"No, I must go and see for myself. Ye Suyi knows my secrets. If this gets out, the ancestor will never let me go."
Zi Susu's face showed a hint of fear as she hurriedly left her cave and headed out.
At the same time, she sent her maid to inform her mother, asking for help in case Ye Suyi sought revenge.
After all, she and Ye Suyi were half-sisters.
Given their weak-willed father, surely Ye Suyi wouldn't seek revenge for what happened back then, right?
Because of Zi Yan's message, the entire upper echelon of Purple Dew Mountain was now in motion. Divine rainbows crossed various regions as they hurried to the council hall of Purple Dew Mountain.
Many elders, who were usually elusive, now walked with faces shrouded in chaotic mist, their auras overwhelming.
"If that person truly comes from the Forbidden and Mysterious Lands, then his sudden visit to Purple Dew Mountain must have some deeper meaning."
Many elders speculated, their eyes flickering with various thoughts.
"Could it really be Brother Gu?"
"When he said he was here to meet a friend, could he have meant me?"
In another cultivation site, Zi Yunchuan ended his daily cultivation, his eyes flashing with wisps of Purple Dew before calming.
Now, he too had heard the news from outside, equally shocked and then overjoyed. He quickly left the area, transforming into a divine rainbow as he rushed over.
He had thought that after parting at the Riverside Pavilion, they would never meet again in this lifetime.
But he hadn't expected to hear that Gu Changge had suddenly come to Purple Dew Mountain today.
In Zi Yunchuan's eyes, Gu Changge was not just his savior. Despite the vast difference in their statuses, Gu Changge still regarded him as a friend, which meant he valued him.
Inside the council hall of Purple Dew Mountain, the scene was hazy, as if they were in an ancient, primordial universe.
Above, stars shone brightly, moonlight flowed like water, and in the distance, a vast galaxy cascaded down, the myriad stars seeming to breathe and pulse.
All the upper echelons of Purple Dew Mountain had gathered here, standing in rows around the hall, their gazes fixed on Gu Changge and his group.
Zi Susu stood behind her grandmother, her head bowed, her black hair cascading down, her hands clenched tightly as she secretly glanced at the young man in white standing at the center of the hall.
This was her first time seeing Gu Changge's true appearance. Before, she had only heard about the events at the Riverside Pavilion but had never seen him in person.
The young man in white before her had an immortal bearing, his gaze gentle, like a figure from a painting. For a moment, she was entranced, forgetting about Ye Suyi, who stood behind Gu Changge, also with her head bowed.
Shaking her head to snap out of it, Zi Susu suddenly felt a pang of envy for Ye Suyi's good fortune.
How had she managed to encounter such a kind young master at the Riverside Pavilion and been allowed to follow him?
"I am Zi Wanhe, the current mountain lord of Purple Dew Mountain. Greetings, Young Master Gu."
"Might I ask what brings you to Purple Dew Mountain?"
The mountain lord of Purple Dew Mountain appeared to be in his thirties, with dignified features and deep eyes.
As he spoke, he also scrutinized Gu Changge.
However, when his gaze fell on the White Bone Ancestor King and Jing Tianyun, his pupils couldn't help but contract.
The reactions of the other high-ranking members of Purple Dew Mountain were similar. They couldn't discern Gu Changge's strength or background, unable to deduce or speculate.
Instead, when they looked at the two elderly men behind him, who seemed like servants, they felt a chilling sense of dread.
Even the Ancestral Dao Realm figures hidden in the shadows, who had not yet revealed themselves, showed changes in their expressions, feeling a cold shiver.
The refined-looking old man among them far surpassed them in strength, definitely not an ordinary Ancestral Dao Realm existence.
This only deepened the shock and unease in the hearts of those present in the hall.
"I have long heard that Purple Dew Mountain's foundation and strength are unparalleled in the Prime-Origin Civilization, surpassing all other orthodoxies and forces."
"Now that I see it for myself, it truly lives up to its reputation."
Gu Changge smiled faintly, not directly stating his purpose. As everyone scrutinized him, he also observed his surroundings.
Even the Ancestral Dao Realm figures hiding in the shadows could not escape his notice.
In terms of its visible foundation and strength, Purple Dew Mountain was indeed superior to the Imperial Immortal Palace.
Its reputation as the foremost force in the Prime-Origin Civilization over the years was not unfounded.
Even when Chu Gucheng was establishing the Immortal Chu Dynasty, he had been ambushed and schemed against by the master of Purple Dew Mountain.
To this day, he dared not seek retribution, only bearing the grudge in silence.
Hearing Gu Changge's words, the high-ranking members of Purple Dew Mountain showed slight smiles, their hearts also easing a bit.
From this, it seemed that Gu Changge's attitude was amicable, not hostile.
Before understanding Gu Changge's intentions, everyone had been on guard.