Could it be that he could sense the Mirror of Reincarnation's simulations and deductions about him? Could he capture those simulated scenes?
But this was simply too unbelievable.
Saintess Xiyuan shook her head inwardly, feeling that this was utterly impossible. The Mirror of Reincarnation was one of the Six Supreme Treasures of the First Civilization. No one in this world could possibly capture the scenes it simulated.
She was more inclined to believe that Gu Changge possessed an incredibly powerful consciousness, one that could perceive the workings of fate and sense when someone was divining his future.
After all, the future simulated by the Mirror of Reincarnation was itself a re-enactment of the karmic threads tied to him.
However, regardless of which possibility it was, meeting Gu Changge in this manner today still left Saintess Xiyuan deeply shaken. She was on high alert and cautious.
"The threads of fate in the world are countless. Perhaps sometimes, it is simply fate. Even if we have never met before, it feels as though we have known each other for a long time."
"And who might this young lady be?"
Saintess Xiyuan, her face veiled, spoke softly as she walked gracefully through the pavilion. It was only now that she seemed to notice Ling Yuxian and began inquiring about her identity and purpose.
She knew that Gu Changge was definitely not from the Imperial Immortal Palace.
As for the woman before her, there was an unusual aura about her that Saintess Xiyuan couldn't quite place, leaving her momentarily puzzled.
Ling Yuxian, who had been speculating about the relationship between Saintess Xiyuan and Gu Changge, was caught off guard by the question. She quickly composed herself and began introducing her identity, while also asking about some matters related to Saintess Xiyuan.
She had come to visit Saintess Xiyuan on her sister Ling Yuling's instructions, hoping to gather information about Saintess Xiyuan's master.
After all, Saintess Xiyuan's master was the very sage who had founded the Xiyuan Sacred Hall.
During the alliance formed to resist the Heaven-Warring Organization, she had been a leading figure. Otherwise, she wouldn't have been entrusted with the Mirror of Reincarnation, one of the Six Supreme Treasures of the First Civilization.
"My master... she disappeared many epochs ago. Since I became the Saintess of the Xiyuan Sacred Hall, I have never seen her again. I don't know if she still exists in this world or if she is wandering in some distant realm of time and space."
Saintess Xiyuan hadn't expected someone to ask about her master.
This wasn't exactly a secret in the Xiyuan Civilization.
Nowadays, the Xiyuan Civilization was under her control, and even the Mirror of Reincarnation, one of the Six Supreme Treasures of the First Civilization, was in her hands.
"It seems my sister's plan won't work," Ling Yuxian thought with some regret.
She knew that her sister wanted to contact that sage, likely in connection with the great calamity the Xiyuan Civilization was about to face.
She also knew that her own strength was insufficient to be of much help at the moment, so she hadn't inquired much about the details of this calamity.
Saintess Xiyuan, however, was curious. She wanted to know why Ling Yuxian had asked about her master.
"It's mainly my sister. She wishes to visit Sage Xi and discuss some matters that may require her input."
As Ling Yuxian spoke, she glanced at Gu Changge, who was quietly sipping the tea the maid had just served, appearing completely detached from the world.
The founder of the Xiyuan Sacred Hall was named Sage Xi. No one knew her origins.
All that was known was that she was incredibly ancient, possibly a figure from an even more distant era.
After all, someone who could wield one of the Six Supreme Treasures of the First Civilization and become a leading figure in the battle to overthrow the Heaven-Warring Organization couldn't be ordinary.
"Your sister is...?" Saintess Xiyuan was slightly surprised.
To be honest, it had been a long time since she had heard the name "Sage Xi." Even among the people of the world, few likely knew her master's name.
She grew increasingly curious about Ling Yuxian and the sister she mentioned.
"My sister is the founding ancestor of the Imperial Immortal Palace," Ling Yuxian replied directly.
"What?"
These words first stunned Saintess Xiyuan, making her doubt her own hearing. But then, as the realization sank in, she was utterly shocked. Her small mouth beneath the veil opened slightly.
The founding ancestor of the Imperial Immortal Palace was the sister of the woman before her? Did that mean Ling Yuxian was a figure from the same era as her own master?
Originally, she had thought Ling Yuxian was a talented young prodigy from the Imperial Immortal Palace, sent by her elders to seek her out.
But she had never imagined that Ling Yuxian's background would be so significant.
A figure from the same era as her master, standing before her, looking so young.
This was indeed something straight out of a fantasy.
However, Saintess Xiyuan was no ordinary person. She quickly composed herself and looked at Ling Yuxian with a somewhat complicated expression.
"It seems I should address you with more respect," she said.
Although Ling Yuxian appeared young, as a figure from that era, she must have undergone some method of reincarnation or body reconstruction.
Moreover, since she was accompanying Gu Changge, she couldn't be simple.
"That's unnecessary," Ling Yuxian waved her hand slightly. Seeing that Saintess Xiyuan's attitude was no longer as casual or dismissive, she didn't dwell on it.
After all, she had been reborn into this world and didn't care much about such trivial matters.
She herself wasn't one to fuss over minor details.
"Sage Xi has long since left the Xiyuan Sacred Hall, and her whereabouts are unknown. Now, I am in charge of the Xiyuan Sacred Hall. If the Imperial Immortal Palace has any matters to discuss, you can speak with me," Saintess Xiyuan nodded and continued.
Before today, she had never imagined that the founding ancestor of the Imperial Immortal Palace was still alive.
Over the epochs, the Imperial Immortal Palace had been extremely low-key, often giving the impression of gradual decline.
However, the recent uproar in the Endless Yang True World caused by the Jing Clan—could that also be related to the founding ancestor of the Imperial Immortal Palace?
In this moment, Saintess Xiyuan's thoughts raced, connecting many dots.
Behind the scenes, hidden currents were surging, and earth-shattering changes were taking place.
Could it be that her long-lost master would also return at this time?
"I'm not entirely sure what my sister wishes to discuss with Sage Xi. It seems she'll have to come see you herself," Ling Yuxian shook her head.
Hearing this, Saintess Xiyuan also shook her head. "Such matters shouldn't trouble the ancestor to come personally. After Chu Gucheng's birthday celebration ends, I will accompany you to the Imperial Immortal Palace. It would be better to discuss matters directly with her then."
She noticed that when Ling Yuxian mentioned her sister, Gu Changge's expression remained completely calm, showing no reaction.
Clearly, Gu Changge was aware of this matter, and it was likely that he also knew the founding ancestor of the Imperial Immortal Palace.
"That works too," Ling Yuxian nodded, not wanting to complicate things further.
Moreover, her sister's current identity wasn't something to be revealed to the world.
Then, Saintess Xiyuan turned her gaze to Gu Changge. Noticing the way he sipped his tea, she suddenly recalled a scene from the future simulations of the Mirror of Reincarnation. Her long eyelashes trembled slightly.
She remembered one simulation where she had been killed by this man simply because she had served him tea with her left hand.
The thought of this ignited a surge of anger within her. Although it was a simulated future, she had experienced it as if it were real.
She, the transcendent and revered Saintess, had personally served him tea, only to be killed because he found it unsatisfactory.
If such a thing were to spread, the uproar it would cause was unimaginable.
"Saintess, why the sudden emotional fluctuation?" Gu Changge suddenly set down his teacup and looked at Saintess Xiyuan, seemingly surprised.
Saintess Xiyuan also realized that her emotions had been quite obvious just now. She quickly composed herself and gently shook her head. "I just suddenly recalled an unpleasant experience."
Gu Changge smiled. "Is that so? For a moment, I thought I had accidentally offended you, and you were about to attack me."
Saintess Xiyuan was startled. She hadn't expected Gu Changge's spiritual sense to be so terrifyingly sharp. Could he really sense even this?
She quickly shook her head. "Young Master Gu, you overthink things. Why would I attack you out of the blue? And how could you possibly offend me?"
As she spoke, she suddenly smiled. Even behind the veil, her smile seemed to dim the light of the heavens.
The maid serving tea was momentarily entranced.
"That, I wouldn't know," Gu Changge chuckled lightly.
Seeing the two of them, who had just met, acting as though they had known each other for a long time, Ling Yuxian felt an inexplicable sense of discomfort and irritation.
"Since Senior Brother Gu has no further business, let's take our leave and not disturb the Saintess's rest," Ling Yuxian spoke up.
"Alright," Gu Changge smiled and prepared to rise.
"Young Master Gu, please stay a moment. There are some matters I would like to discuss with you privately," Saintess Xiyuan suddenly spoke, wanting Gu Changge to stay behind.
Ling Yuxian's brows furrowed tightly. This was their first meeting, yet Saintess Xiyuan spoke of keeping Gu Changge behind so naturally, without any hesitation.
What could she possibly want to discuss with Gu Changge? Did she already know his identity and background?
At this moment, Ling Yuxian felt that Saintess Xiyuan and Gu Changge must have known each other long before this.
The way Saintess Xiyuan had acted and spoken earlier was nothing like the transcendent and aloof Saintess the world knew.
"Since the Saintess wishes to speak with Senior Brother Gu alone, I won't disturb you two. I'll take my leave," Ling Yuxian said, glancing at Gu Changge from the corner of her eye. Seeing him nod slightly, her heart turned cold. She then followed the maid who had led them earlier and left the pavilion.
Saintess Xiyuan wasn't entirely clear about the relationship between Gu Changge and Ling Yuxian, but seeing Ling Yuxian's demeanor just now, she had a rough idea.
The founding ancestor of the Imperial Immortal Palace was one of the strongest figures who had fought against the Dark Calamity.
And her younger sister clearly had feelings for Gu Changge.
Originally, through the simulations of the Mirror of Reincarnation, Saintess Xiyuan had believed that the fall of the Immortal Chu Dynasty and the great calamity facing the Xiyuan Civilization were related to the remnants of the Dark Calamity.
The mysterious master behind the Heaven-Slaying Alliance had deep connections to the remnants of the Dark Calamity.
But from today's situation, if Gu Changge truly had ties to the remnants of the Dark Calamity, the founding ancestor of the Imperial Immortal Palace should have been able to detect it.
Of course, there was another possibility: that even the founding ancestor of the Imperial Immortal Palace couldn't discern Gu Changge's identity and origins.