At this moment, apart from a few forces like the Demon Court, most of the top forces in the Prime-Origin Civilization had already sent representatives to personally congratulate Chu Gucheng on his birthday, giving him plenty of face.
Although the armies of the Demon Court were still fighting with the armies of the Immortal Chu Dynasty at the border, it did not affect Chu Gucheng's grand banquet in the slightest.
As the figure of the Saintess of Xiyuan disappeared, the distant horizon once again rumbled with noise.
An ancient warship broke through the void, its ancient hull exuding a strong sense of vicissitude, as if it had traveled through time from ancient times.
"It's the ancient warship of the Imperial Immortal Palace. It seems the Imperial Immortal Palace has also sent someone."
The guests were even more shocked, and many stood up to look at the ancient warship.
The events in the Sunny Ancient Domain had drawn the attention of all sides, but no one knew exactly what had happened there.
However, another matter had attracted even more attention: the sudden reappearance of the Jing Clan, and the return of a sage from the same era as the founder of the Imperial Immortal Palace.
In the eyes of many, this sage would likely join forces with the Imperial Immortal Palace, which naturally drew significant attention.
"The distinguished guests from the Imperial Immortal Palace have also arrived."
Seeing this, Chu Gucheng smiled, and the gloom caused by the Saintess of Xiyuan's refusal to give him face was instantly swept away. He stood up again to welcome them.
The Imperial Immortal Palace and the Immortal Chu Dynasty had little interaction, neither friendship nor enmity.
Chu Gucheng had sent an invitation, and their arrival clearly showed they were giving him face.
However, Chu Gucheng wasn't sure if it was his imagination or if someone was really spying on him.
Just a moment ago, he suddenly felt an inexplicable gaze fall upon him, causing his entire body to shudder.
It was as if a pair of terrifying eyes had opened in the unseen void, beginning to survey the world.
"What's going on?"
Chu Gucheng became alert and looked up at the sky, which was still clear and cloudless, with no signs of anything unusual.
"As expected of a Son of Fortune who has reached this level. Seeking good fortune and avoiding misfortune has become instinct."
Inside the ancient warship, Gu Changge showed a hint of interest.
He had only briefly probed Chu Gucheng, but to his surprise, Chu Gucheng had sensed it. This was something that rarely happened with other Sons of Fortune.
It seemed that within the territory of the Immortal Chu Dynasty, especially in the capital, Chu Gucheng, blessed by fortune, was indeed in an invincible position.
Ordinary individuals would find it nearly impossible to contend with him here.
However, Gu Changge had no intention of taking action against Chu Gucheng or the Immortal Chu Dynasty at this moment.
He was waiting for a more opportune time.
"Chu Gucheng."
From the ancient warship, an elder from the Imperial Immortal Palace stepped forward to speak with Chu Gucheng.
Chu Gucheng snapped out of his strange mood and cupped his hands, saying, "The distinguished guests from the Imperial Immortal Palace have traveled billions of miles to come here. I am truly honored. Please, this way."
Ling Yuxian and the others followed the elder as they disembarked from the ancient warship. Chu Gucheng only glanced at them and didn't pay much attention.
However, when he saw Gu Changge stepping out of the warship, his brows furrowed slightly. He felt that this young man seemed to be sizing him up.
That gaze made him very uncomfortable, as if he were being treated like an object or prey.
Chu Gucheng felt a strange sense of déjà vu, though he had never met this young man before.
But why did he feel as if he had seen him somewhere?
"Chu Gucheng, is something wrong?"
The elder from the Imperial Immortal Palace, who was in charge of the birthday celebration, noticed his expression and asked with some concern.
"It's nothing. The younger generation of the Imperial Immortal Palace is truly brilliant," Chu Gucheng replied, shaking his head and smiling.
In his eyes, this young man was indeed somewhat special, but he was just a junior from the Imperial Immortal Palace. Why should he care?
"Hahaha, Chu Gucheng, you flatter us," the elder from the Imperial Immortal Palace laughed heartily, feeling pleased. Now that the Imperial Immortal Palace had overcome its difficulties, it was only a matter of time before it regained its former glory.
Ling Yuxian, however, glanced at Gu Changge without showing any expression.
She had always felt that Gu Changge's decision to attend this banquet couldn't be without reason.
"Senior Sister Yuxian, why are you secretly looking at me? If you like looking at me, just say so. I'll naturally let you look your fill."
Gu Changge, walking beside her, noticed her gaze and asked with a light laugh.
Hearing this, Ling Yuxian's face turned red, and she wanted to scold him. She snorted coldly and said, "Don't flatter yourself. I'm just curious why you were sizing him up."
Gu Changge smiled and said, "After all, he's the ruler of the Immortal Chu Dynasty. I was just curious and admiring him. What's wrong with that?"
Ling Yuxian rolled her eyes and said, "You don't even care about my sister's background. How could you possibly care about an upstart like him?"
Although she hadn't fully recovered her strength, in her eyes, Chu Gucheng could indeed be considered an upstart. In terms of seniority and experience, she far surpassed him.
The most ancient beings would only be even older. How could they possibly care about someone like him?
"When did Senior Sister Yuxian become so familiar with me?" Gu Changge continued to smile.
Ling Yuxian was stunned, then suddenly realized.
That's right, when had she become so familiar with this guy?
"Who's familiar with you? Don't flatter yourself!"
She retorted angrily, quickening her pace to keep up with the others from the Imperial Immortal Palace.
Gu Changge chuckled softly and continued to walk leisurely behind her.
To the others from the Imperial Immortal Palace, this was nothing unusual.
There had already been many rumors about Ling Yuxian and Gu Changge in the Imperial Immortal Palace. Now that the two were walking so close together during the banquet, and even their resting quarters were nearby, it was hard not to let imaginations run wild.
Chu Gucheng's banquet hadn't officially started yet, and the guests were all in their respective resting areas.
After arriving at the pavilion arranged for her by the Immortal Chu Dynasty, Ling Yuxian immediately concealed the surrounding aura and began to contact her sister, Ling Yuling.
"I already know most of what's happening on your side. From the current situation, the Immortal Chu Dynasty doesn't seem to be in any danger."
"However, just to be safe, you should visit the Saintess of Xiyuan early tomorrow morning. I also want to ask her some questions and gather some information."
In the copper basin, the water was clear, reflecting Ling Yuling's figure.
She sat cross-legged on a cliff, with a bottomless abyss behind her, shrouded in clouds, as if she might ride the wind away at any moment.
At this moment, the clouds and mist before her dispersed, turning into a crystal-clear ancient mirror that reflected Ling Yuxian's figure, who was far away in the Immortal Chu Dynasty.
"Visit the Saintess of Xiyuan?" Ling Yuxian was surprised.
Ling Yuling nodded but hadn't yet told her about meeting Nan Zun's descendant in the chaotic Spacetime Sea.
She wasn't sure if Ling Yuxian still remembered Nan Zun.
Meanwhile, in a pavilion in the capital of the Immortal Chu Dynasty.
Gu Changge sat by the window, the fragrance of tea wafting from the table. He casually played with the teacup, his gaze falling on the bustling street outside.
"Truly a scene of prosperity," he murmured with slight admiration.
"I wonder which old friend this is?"
Accompanied by footsteps, an elderly man walked over.
He asked with some confusion, but before he could finish, he saw Gu Changge sitting by the window and was completely stunned.
"It's been a while, Uncle Fu. You look quite haggard," Gu Changge said with a faint smile as he looked at the approaching old man.
Uncle Fu's expression darkened. He had heard from his servants that an old friend had come to visit and invited him to meet at this teahouse.
At the time, he had been surprised and puzzled. Which old friend would specially come to visit him?
"This old man pays his respects to the young master."
Uncle Fu had never expected it to be Gu Changge. He had no idea how Gu Changge had come to the capital of the Immortal Chu Dynasty and was sitting here so openly.
Back in the Southern Wilderness Ancient Domain, Gu Changge had indeed saved his life.
But it was also because of Gu Changge that Chu Xia, the son of Chu Gucheng, had been exposed and later killed by the Demon Court's Seventh Prince, Di Kun.
How could Gu Changge dare to come to the Immortal Chu Dynasty? Wasn't he afraid of being exposed and facing retaliation?
"Uncle Fu, no need to be polite. Please, have a seat," Gu Changge smiled slightly and gestured for Uncle Fu to sit down.
Uncle Fu hesitated but, considering that Gu Changge had once saved his life, he couldn't be rude. He sat down as instructed.
"Young master, may I ask why you've come to see this old man?" he asked directly, not wanting to waste too much time here.