Chapter 1201
Chapter 1201: It’s just a poor person like me, a suitable tool person
The former High Priest of Destiny, once the leader of the Destiny Temple in the Immortal Palace, was a master in divination and fortune-telling, possessing profound expertise in the world of Destiny and causality. The remarkable Fateful Immortal Boat was in his possession, a vessel capable of navigating the river of time and challenging the past.
Upon hearing Tao Yao’s words, Chan Hongyi appeared visibly intrigued, her gaze deep and focused as it settled on the teacup before her.
“When shall we set out?” she inquired calmly, her tone now composed.
Her reaction didn’t take away Tao Yao. Compared to herself, Chan Hongyi undeniably held a greater desire to uncover the events of that era. Why did the Immortal Palace fall, leading to Gu Changge’s intervention, shattering the heavens and turning against those closest to him?
Moreover, Chan Hongyi yearned to understand why Gu Changge had adopted her. The most crucial aspect, of course, was her genuine desire to comprehend her master and unveil the many hidden secrets from their past. This had become an obsession for her.
“We can depart at any time,” Peach Yao replied.
“Then let’s go,” Chan Hongyi wasted no time. In a flash of red, her figure vanished from the mountaintop.
Observing this, Tao Yao, unsurprised, took a step forward. The void blurred, and she followed Chan Hongyi as they departed.
The Destiny Temple was near the vast starry sea on the Divine Kingdom’s eastern edge. Numerous floating islands surrounded it, shrouded in mist, creating a perpetual cool-toned atmosphere without radiant illumination.
In the central area stood the Destiny Temple, a vast and solemn structure exuding an ancient and majestic aura. A splendid woman, now adorned in the moon-white robe of the chief priest, was engrossed in calculations on a compa.s.s.
Her dark hair flowed like a waterfall, her expression serene and detached from worldly concerns, resembling a heavenly maiden from the palace above the ninth heaven.
She was none other than the Empress of this place, the current Destiny High Priestess of the divine kingdom, also known as Lady Ruoyin.
Suddenly, as if sensing something, Xiao Ruoyin raised her eyes and gazed beyond the Destiny Temple into the void.
“I wonder why the two esteemed guests have come. What brings you here?” she asked, her words carrying a cold and distant tone, reflecting her dispa.s.sionate demeanor.
“Never would I have imagined that the once vast Destiny Temple now has only you, without even a serving maid,” came a voice from the void, tinged with a hint of allure. Chan Hongyi and Tao Yao materialized in the palace, standing barefoot like snow.
Hearing this, Xiao Ruo Yin’s gaze remained unaffected, and she said, “Empress Ruoyin, don’t you find this place rather desolate?”
A soft, alluring laughter resonated through the void as Chan Hongyi and Tao Yao announced their presence. Despite the suggestive words, Xiao Ruoyin’s eyes betrayed no emotion.
I presume the two of you didn’t come here just to mock me?
She doubted these two were so idle as to engage in such words, especially considering their limited interaction even during the Forbidden Era when the Immortal Palace reigned over all heavens and earth.
“We’ve come to find you, hoping to borrow the Fateful Immortal Boat,” Tao Yao spoke directly, cutting to the chase.
Borrow the Fateful Immortal Boat?
Xiao Ruoyin was momentarily taken aback, and her brows furrowed slightly. After all, the ship had been returned to her by Gu Changge. Retrieving it would only require his consent.
Lending it to others without his permission might incur Gu Changge’s disapproval, given her current ident.i.ty as Gu Changge’s concubine. However, she also sensed unexplainable connections between Tao Yao, Chan Hongyi, and Gu Changge.
“If he raises any objections later, I’ll handle the explanation,” Tao Yao rea.s.sured. “You can rest a.s.sured about that.”
Although she spoke confidently, Tao Yao had mentally prepared herself for potential repercussions, even facing significant consequences that might lead to her demise in the river of time. Explaining anything to Gu Changge would be more of a formality.
Xiao Ruoyin fell silent, realizing that with the strength of the two before her, refusing to lend the ship would be futile.
Hum!
A burst of green light enveloped Xiao Ruoyin’s palm, and the palm-sized Fateful Immortal Boat appeared, showing signs of aging and emitting an ancient aura.
“Take it,” she said calmly.
“Thank you,” Tao Yao smiled faintly, raising her hand to receive the Fateful Immortal Boat. Soon, she and Chan Hongyi vanished from the Destiny Temple without lingering.
Watching the palace return to its tranquil and aloof state, Xiao Ruoyin sighed softly, her gaze revealing a complex emotion.
Poor souls like me…
She looked at the compa.s.s in her hand, her tone devoid of ripples.
As time flowed like water, several years had pa.s.sed since Gu Changge’s return from the Immortal Realm. The world continued to operate according to its order, and the vast domain of the Divine Kingdom expanded, nearly engulfing a large portion of the Immortal Realm.
During this period, significant ethnic sects and families maintained a subdued demeanor as they prepared for the impending Grand Immortal Confirmation Ceremony.
Across various ancient cities, annual updates to Immortal Sealing List were diligently carried out. These rankings spanned from the prestigious Heaven’s Pride List and Peerless Beauty List to the comprehensive Divine Weapon List, Heaven’s Materials List, and Earth’s Treasures List, encompa.s.sing various facets of the world.
Adding to the spectacle, the Monument of Heaven’s Dao-building expert manifested in the mortal world, standing tall between the ancient cities of the upper realms. It began cataloging the most potent prodigies of the current generation, creating ripples of excitement in all directions.
Countless prodigies engaged in fierce battles to etch their names on the monument, casting a grandeur upon the era where prodigies sparkled like stars. Each significant sect and family saw the rise of exceptional young talents.
Furthermore, ancient anomalies sealed in epochs had resurfaced, transforming this period into a golden age that illuminated the entire universe.
The prodigies who once stood shoulder to shoulder with Gu Changge became the pillars of various clans and immortal forces. They either led entire sections or a.s.sumed the role of sect masters, wielding immense power.
Cultivation became even more favorable in this splendid era of celestial order and dramatic rule changes. New paths, such as the Primitive Emperor’s Path, emerged, enticing cultivators into fierce battles for Dao-building experts.
Even Gu Xian’er departed Peach Village, embarking on a journey to seek Dao-building expertise.
Gu Changge successfully refined the Immortal Pa.s.sage in the depths of the divine realm. Employing his supreme methods, he subdued the ancient immortal path within the Immortal Ancient Continent, leaving behind one hundred and eight restrictions.
The first thirty-six restrictions could thwart immortal-level beings, while the remaining seventy-two stabilized the pa.s.sage, preventing interference from the rules of the Immortal Realm.
Throughout this process, the rules of the Immortal Realm and the Upper Realm began to intertwine. Every cultivator sensed the changes, particularly those in the divine realm who witnessed a faint radiance permeating the heavens and earth, resembling a sparkling rain of light.
Born from the chaos following the Kunji Rebellion, this era was the most splendid age ever witnessed, transitioning indescribably from decline to prosperity.
Amid this transformative process, Gu Changge observed the Sons of Luck rapidly growing, influencing the fortunes of various realms. Seated in the boundless void, his true self attracted vast fortunes, unlocking fragmented universes buried in the chaos of ancient times.
Gu Changge intended to use these fragmented universes to evolve the Yin-Yang Realm, take control of reincarnation, and reshape the Six Realms. However, he only left a Dao avatar behind during this extensive process, only willing to invest a little time in it.
Regarding affairs in the Immortal Realm, Gu Changge didn’t keep them concealed from those around him. Individuals like Yue Mingkong and Jiang Chuchu were informed about the changes in the Immortal Realm.
Therefore, during this period, Gu Changge believed their focus should be on enhancing their powers and cultivating the divine kingdom rather than fretting over the Immortal Realm.
In Gu Changge’s strategy, the divine kingdom would eventually evolve into a second Immortal Palace, uniting the various domains within the Mountain and Sea True World and extending beyond the current Upper Realm limitations.
However, the crucial aspects would still be centered in the Immortal Realm. Before that, he planned to dispatch someone to uncover the secrets of the Immortal Palace.
Previously, he and Yue Mingkong had gathered seven pieces of the Heaven-Controlling Instruments, and Yue Mingkong had refined them into a key. With the key, they could access the treasure trove once they determined the location of the Immortal Palace’s secrets.
Given Gu Changge’s current status and strength, many tasks did not require his direct involvement.
I still need to find a suitable p.a.w.n—no, successor.
Gu Changge pondered. He wasn’t considering taking on disciples but believed he needed a fitting successor to handle tasks he preferred not to do personally. Some matters required someone else to take charge, allowing him to conserve more energy for tasks that demanded his direct involvement.
For instance, the harvesting of vast fortunes between the various realms of the Upper Realm. While he could attract some means, not all came to him. Many Sons of Luck from different universes carried unique opportunities and experiences, and their rebellious characters might not necessarily respect the divine kingdom or their G.o.dly lord. Gu Changge couldn’t personally harvest these Sons of luck as he had done in the past.
With these thoughts in mind, he disappeared within the divine kingdom. Despite the divine kingdom ostensibly ruling over the various domains of the Upper Realm, many corners of the vast universe remained untouched by its influence.
The individuals Gu Changge sought were scattered across these regions, and his immense consciousness extended into the corners of these universes, not even sparing the most remote lower realms.
In an ancient, elegant hall, a proud young girl publicly denounced her engagement with a seemingly inconspicuous youth. Gu Changge observed this scene, shaking his head slightly. Three years later, he witnessed the once proud girl being humbled underfoot by the same seemingly insignificant youth.
Destiny unfolded like a long thread, and he swiftly glimpsed into the future from one end.
Breaking off an engagement, betrayal, revenge, rebirth…
These genres are all outdated.
Despite his thorough search across various universes, Gu Changge couldn’t find any signs of anomalies. Anomalies were rare occurrences that rarely appeared even across many epochs, surpa.s.sing the apt.i.tude of any Heaven’s Pride.
Although Gu Changge could manipulate events and artificially create anomalies, it was still a relative concept. For him, these anomalies, with the ability to see the future and comprehend their destinies at a glance, were no different from ordinary people.
Suddenly, he noticed something and a look of surprise and genuine interest appeared on Gu Changge’s face.