Chapter 1038, Asking About Wang He, the Other Eternal Divine Artifact

Translator: Fate

Translation Checker: Silavin

 

Mo Tong could hardly believe her ears. She stared dazedly at Gu Changge.

 

It was somewhat adorable to see this change in her usually aloof expression.

 

What did this being before her say after returning from his fight against an invincible Ancestor from the Hun Clan? Did he just say Gu Changge could easily crush an Ancestor of the Hun Clan with a single finger?

 

Mo Tong could not find the words to describe her shock. It sounded like a fairytale – downright impossible.

 

Yet, Gu Changge’s expression did not change. He did not refute that comment.

 

Furthermore, the Spirit Empress also seemed unsurprised by this.

 

[Could it be true?]

 

All along, Mo Tong simply thought that Gu Changge came from a powerful background and that the Black-Robed Elder was merely under orders to protect him. Never would she have imagined that Gu Changge was actually the most powerful of the three.

 

Mo Tong was dumbfounded. Gu Changge looked so young that he seemed to be around the age of the younger cultivators in the Immortal Spirit Civilisation.

 

She was aware that at a certain point, cultivators stopped showing their age.

 

Still, she could scarcely believe that Gu Changge was the most terrifying of them.

 

The Spirit Empress smiled to stifle a chuckle when she saw Mo Tong’s stunned and disbelieving expression, but her veil hid her beautiful visage.

 

“Young Master, the Ancestor of the Hun Clan has said he and Zhuo Fengxie will come over tomorrow to apologize to you.” The White Bone Ancestor King reported with a solemn expression. He did not forget about this important matter, of course.

 

Unsurprised, Gu Changge nodded and said, “Zhuo Fengxie is a smart one. After this incident, he undoubtedly knows what he should do.”

 

Gu Changge allowed the White Bone Ancestor King to strike now to force Zhuo Fengxie’s hand. Even though Zhuo Fengxie was cautious, after realising the White Bone Ancestor King’s might, he would know the choice he had to make now.

 

“What has Chu Lian been doing?” Since Gu Changge’s goal had been met, he did not intend to waste any more time on it. He checked on Chu Lian who had come to the Immortal Spirit Civilisation instead.

 

Once the situation was settled here, he would have to consider retrieving the Supreme Treasure from Chu Lian. Everything planned thus far had most likely been enough to erase the final shreds of Chu Lian’s Variable status.

 

A wise bird would choose the right tree to roost in, and similarly, a wise subject would choose a worthy ruler to serve.

 

Even though the Supreme Treasure had accepted Chu Lian as its Master and he had used his life to bind it to him, since it had an independent Artifact Spirit, the Artifact Spirit would choose to avoid disaster as well.

 

Furthermore, Gu Changge had set a lot of things up in advance.

 

The Artifact Spirit would know that once Chu Lian lost his status and the protection of being a Variable, he would no longer be able to protect it.

 

There were a myriad of experts in the Immortal Spirit Civilisation. Someone as powerful as a Dao Realm expert could easily notice what was different about Chu Lian and attempt to seize the Supreme Treasure at all costs.

 

Because he was worried about this, Gu Changge arranged for the Spirit Empress to track Chu Lian’s movement and avoid letting someone else harvest the fruit of his efforts.

 

The Spirit Empress reported, “Chu Lian has been spending all of this time with the younger ones from the Spirit Ruin Royal Family that I arranged for him. He treasures his life greatly and dares not do anything reckless. Thus far, he hasn’t done anything unusual.”

 

“Excellent,” Gu Changge said with a faint smile. With his hands behind his back, he walked over to the window.

 

He saw a view of the entire Breeze Ancient City.

 

Clouds and mist swirled in the air. In some places, Fortuity surged, and auspicious signs emerged as the cultivators honed their cultivation.

 

Some other places were basking in golden light and Purple Qi.

 

It was an ancient city that represented the Zhuo Clan. Having been around for numerous epochs, one could say it had seen all there was to be seen.

 

“Hm?” All of a sudden, Gu Changge’s eyes flashed with interest as he noticed something.

 

The White Bone Ancestor King and the Spirit Empress tracked his line of sight, but they did not notice anything.

 

“Chaos Inn? If I’m not mistaken, that belongs to the Zhuo Clan, right?”

 

“Tell Zhou You to come and see me. There’s something I want to find out about.” Gu Changge casually said.

 

He glanced briefly at the majestic inn that looked like an ancient palace before withdrawing his gaze.

 

The word ‘Chaos’ was inscribed on a large stone plaque in front of the inn. Giving off an imposing aura, it had clearly been written by an expert.

 

The light and Chaos Qi that swirled around it made it obvious it was no ordinary plaque.

 

However, it was not the inn but the beings inside it that caught Gu Changge’s attention.

 

Back at the Ten Thousand Clan Arena the other day, he keenly sensed an unusual aura, but only briefly.

 

At the time, all of his attention had been on Mo Tong, so he did not give it much thought.

 

However, that strange aura appeared once more today, and it was even clearer and more prominent than before.

 

“Oh, right. Tell the owner of the Ten Thousand Clan Arena to come and see me also.”

 

Just as the Spirit Empress was about to leave, Gu Changge told her to bring the Venerable Hong Gui over as well.

 

Soon, Hong Gui followed the Spirit Empress over, looking uneasy.

 

Meanwhile, Zhou You had already informed Gu Changge about Chaos Inn.

 

It did indeed belong to the Zhuo Clan. However, the information regarding the guests staying at the inn was kept a secret and would not be easily divulged.

 

That was the rule the Zhuo Clan had set.

 

Nevertheless, since it was Gu Changge who wished for that information, the rule was cast aside.

 

Meanwhile, Hong Gui was nervous. She surreptitiously glanced at Mo Tong.

 

If not for the fact that their auras were the same, she would not have believed that the beautiful young woman before her was the deathsworn who reeked of blood back then.

 

But, compared to that, Hong Gui was even more anxious because she did not know why Gu Changge had summoned her.

 

When she was at the Ten Thousand Clan Arena, she witnessed the fight between an Ancestor of the Hun Clan and the Black-Robed Elder who followed Gu Changge around.

 

It terrified her.

 

A being just as powerful as an Ancestor of the Hun Clan was merely a servant to Gu Changge.

 

“May I know why you have asked to see me, Young Master Gu?” Hong Gui steeled herself and asked.

 

She believed she did nothing to offend him. In fact, she even sent people off to look after the grey-haired young woman’s Clan.

 

“You need not be nervous. I just have some questions to ask you. All you need to do is tell me everything you know.” Gu Changge said calmly as he glanced at her.

 

Hong Gui was relieved.

 

“I don’t know what it is you wish to ask about, Young Master Gu, but I’ll tell you everything I know,” she quickly replied.

 

“I want to ask you about someone named Wang He. You must’ve had quite a lot of contact with him, right?” Gu Changge smiled faintly.

 

Hong Gui was startled. She did not know why Gu Changge was asking about Wang He out of the blue.

 

[Did he find out that Wang He wanted to take that girl away as well?]

 

Still, Hong Gui dared not think too much of it or ask questions. At a time like this, even if she did have a decent relationship with Wang He, she dared not conceal any information.

 

“Yes, Young Master Gu. I’m acquainted with Wang He. He did me a favour once, so…”

 

Hong Gui took a deep breath and gave Gu Changge an in-depth explanation of her relationship with Wang He and what she knew about him.

 

“I see… The Sect Master of the Scavenger Sect, huh?”

 

Gu Changge’s interest was piqued further as he murmured the name of the Sect.

 

He did not make things difficult for Hong Gui. Once she finished sharing what she knew, the Spirit Empress escorted her out.

 

“What’s going on…” Hong Gui was still a little dazed. She did not know why Gu Changge had asked about Wang He.

 

[Is it because Young Master Gu had found out about Wang He’s alarming talent? Wang He is on the verge of reaching the Dao Realm in just tens of thousands of years. Is that why Young Master Gu asked about Wang He? Was it out of his appreciation for talent, just like what he did with that girl?]

 

Hong Gui considered numerous possibilities, but it was not her place to say anything.

 

Before Gu Changge expressed his intentions, she could not inform Wang He about this.

 

…

 

Zhuo Wu, the Heavenly Elder of the Zhuo Clan, was about to hold an initiation ceremony to announce her disciple to the world.

 

This news had been spreading far and wide. Many of the ancient Forces of the Immortal Spirit Civilisation naturally received an invitation.

 

From all the worlds and universes, they sent their Clansmen over with congratulatory gifts in tow.

 

Naturally, the news regarding Hun Yuanjun’s appearance in the Zhuo Clan’s territory and his duel with the Black-Robed Elder servant under Gu Changge also spread like wildfire.

 

Countless people were discussing this topic. They were still shocked by it.

 

…

 

The Eternal Domain was an extraordinary place in the Immortal Spirit Civilisation. It was where the Eternal Clan, a mysterious Clan resided.

 

However, the Clan preferred calling themselves the Divine Eternal Clan. They worshipped the Eternal Prime God and believed all of existence was made by this Prime God.

 

For those of the Divine Eternal Clan, they were the people of the Eternal Prime God. They believed the Eternal Prime God was the start of the Immortal Spirit Civilisation and the source of all living beings.

 

However, the Divine Eternal Clan was small in number. Though they were immensely blessed with talent and strength, they had a hard time procreating.

 

Apart from the Divine Eternal Clan, the vast Eternal Domain was home to other Clans and Sects that depended on the Divine Eternal Clan, who proved to be a strong Force.

 

Even when compared to the rest of the Immortal Spirit Civilisation, they were indeed a powerful Force with a deep legacy.

 

The Sun Lake was an unusual landmark deep within the Eternal Domain. True Flames of the Sun circled it all year long.

 

The massive lake that shone red and bright was filled with an abundance of Fire Essence.

 

Due to this, it was hard for plants to grow on the banks. There were only sand and massive boulders along both sides, creating a strange environment.

 

Wisps of golden and golden-red mist swirled along the surface of the lake. Every wisp of mist contained enough heat to destroy the world. Even the toughest Divine Gold would melt and turn into vapours.

 

The massive boulders here were even stronger than Divine Gold.

 

Nevertheless, few living beings could come here to retrieve these materials for use.

 

However, deep within the Sun Lake, a slender silhouette was sitting quietly.

 

Mist kept swirling around as it gushed towards the figure. She looked like an ancient Immortal who was consuming the mist.

 

Her face was shrouded by the fog around her. Only her clear and bright eyes were visible.

 

She wore a golden dress that glittered with light. As it moved with the mist, it made her look like the goddess of the sun.

 

Before this regal and ancient figure, the Sun Lake which ordinary cultivators dared not approach was nothing more than an ordinary pool of water.

 

“Saintess…”

 

“The Divine Son requests an audience with you.”

 

Just then, there was a rustling sound along the edge of the Sun Lake as numerous female figures appeared. Their faces were hidden by the divine light of the Sun, but it was hard to miss their imposing auras.

 

“I refuse.” The figure sitting deep within the Sun Lake did not react. She simply gave her answer calmly.

 

Even though this was not the Divine Eternal Clan’s Forbidden Area, few entered this place. She cultivated here because the aura and energy suited her.

 

Otherwise, who would know that she was here?

 

Apart from those who served her, even the Elders of the Divine Eternal Clan did not know her whereabouts.

 

In that case, how did the Eternal Divine Son find out?

 

[He must have planted a spy beside me.] As the Saintess of the Divine Eternal Clan, she had been sealed up for a long time, only to emerge in this era. Her position in the Clan was indisputably high.

 

Even the Elders of the Divine Eternal Clan dared not act recklessly in front of her.

 

Yet, this puny Divine Son dared to plant a spy beside her.

 

The thought of this made the woman in the golden dress smirk mockingly.

 

However, she soon composed herself.

 

“Saintless, the Elders have said that Elder Zhuo Wu from the Zhuo Clan sent an invitation requesting that you and the Divine Son head over to attend the initiation ceremony. It is also what the Clan Leader wants…”

 

“Apparently, the Clan Leader and the others have sensed fluctuations from another Eternal Divine Artifact…” The voice on the shore of the lake continued to report.

 

Upon hearing about there being an Eternal Divine Artifact, the woman in the golden dress finally reacted with a look of intrigue.