Chapter 1545: She still didn’t dare to say anything and became more and more uneasy

Ling Yuxian’s gaze was primarily fixed on Elder Xianyun, trying to discern any changes in her expression. Initially, she had felt reassured about the elders of Yu Xian Palace, but after witnessing Gu Changge’s unfathomable demeanor, her feelings turned to suspicion and vigilance. Despite Elder Xianyun being someone who had survived three heavenly declines, she might not pose any real threat to Gu Changge. It was highly likely that she was unaware of the mystery and uniqueness of her disciple.

Alternatively, perhaps Elder Xianyun did know about it. Yet, with her own life in Gu Changge’s hands, she might have felt powerless, akin to a mud bodhisattva unable to protect herself while crossing a river. Consequently, she could only act as if she were unaware of the situation.

After the meeting concluded, Ling Yuxian pondered for a moment before requesting Palace Master Ling Qiuchang to keep all the elders behind so that she could speak with each elder individually. She initially considered leaving Elder Xianyun alone, but decided against it; that would be too obvious. Why would the other elders remain while only Elder Xianyun was singled out? If there were no issues with Gu Changge, everything would be fine. However, if there were, such an action would surely arouse suspicion and alert him immediately. Keeping all the elders together would ultimately make him less wary.

After her sister conveyed her concerns about Gu Changge, he had outright stated that he harbored no ill intentions toward Yu Xian Palace. Nevertheless, in her heart, Ling Yuxian viewed Gu Changge as an unknown and potentially dangerous enemy.

In the empty hall, faint clouds and mist floated in the air. Elder Xianyun stood with her head bowed, unsure of what Palace Mistress Ling Qiuchang wanted to discuss. All the elders had been kept back and were being spoken to individually.

“Elder Xianyun…”

A slightly glamorous voice soon interrupted her thoughts. She looked up in surprise to see Ling Yuxian standing before her. Palace Mistress Ling Qiuchang remained a short distance away, seemingly wanting them to converse privately.

Elder Xianyun felt puzzled. Ling Yuxian had approached her previously to inquire about Gu Changge, and at that time, her response had been watertight; she hadn’t dared to show any signs of unease. So why was Ling Yuxian seeking her out again today?

Ling Yuxian fixed her gaze on Elder Xianyun, a purple halo shimmering in her eyes, reminiscent of a deep river of time.

“Elder Xianyun, please don’t worry. I’m here today to ask you something,” she said calmly.

Elder Xianyun was momentarily taken aback, sensing an unprecedented and powerful pressure emanating from Ling Yuxian, a junior.

“I don’t know what you want to ask,” she replied softly, lowering her eyes.

Ling Yuxian continued, “Elder Xianyun, what I wish to inquire about likely pertains to you. On the grounds of Yu Xian Palace, outsiders are not allowed to act presumptuously. If you encounter any danger or coercion, you need not worry. Yu Xian Palace is eternal. Have you ever faced such a catastrophe? What you fear is merely a little wind and rain.”

A wry smile crossed Elder Xianyun’s heart as she grasped Ling Yuxian’s meaning. Yet, she questioned whether such reassurances would truly be effective. Though she stood on the brink of the true Dao Realm, even beings of the Ancestral Dao Realm could restrain and control her without her awareness. Life and death remained beyond her control.

“You’re worrying too much; I don’t know what you’re talking about,” Elder Xianyun replied softly, her eyes still downcast.

Nearby, Ling Qiuchang frowned at this exchange.

“In that case, Elder Xianyun, please return. Perhaps I’m just being overly cautious,” Ling Yuxian said, glancing at Ling Qiuchang to signal him to remain calm.

Elder Xianyun nodded and left the hall.

As Ling Yuxian watched her depart, her gaze deepened, and she murmured, “It seems things are more complicated than I imagined. Elder Xianyun has indeed been coerced. It’s not that she doesn’t know her disciple’s identity—perhaps he isn’t her disciple at all…”

“She understands the situation but feels powerless. Even now, she still dares not speak out.”

Ling Qiuchang grasped the implication behind Ling Yuxian’s words and said solemnly, “Little Ancestor, are you suggesting that Elder Xianyun’s disciple poses a significant threat? That even she has been coerced by him? So when he claimed to have no ill intentions toward Yu Xian Palace in the hall, he was lying?”

At that moment, Ling Qiuchang’s only thought was to eliminate the danger before it could escalate. He didn’t believe the other party could cause any trouble within the territory of Yu Xian Palace.

Ling Yuxian shook her head and replied, “Things are not as simple as you think. If they were uncertain, how would they dare to make such bold claims in the hall?”

Ling Yuxian urged Ling Qiuchang not to act rashly or startle the snake before they understood why the other party had come to Yu Xian Palace; for now, all they could do was wait and observe the situation. Ling Qiuchang understood her reasoning; he didn’t want Yu Xian Palace to offend an unknown and unfathomable existence without cause. Furthermore, it seemed that Elder Xianyun’s life was also in the hands of this mysterious figure, and he didn’t want to lose a promising elder.

With Yu Xian Palace in decline and the Xi Yuan civilization in chaos, an invisible catastrophe quietly loomed and spread.

In the following period, the atmosphere within Yu Xian Palace underwent subtle changes. A group of elders who had heard the news began gathering to discuss the situation and recall the elite disciples under their sects. Many disciples who were traveling outside were summoned back, and they were strictly forbidden from going out, as if the palace planned to close its gates and retreat from the world during this time.

This action sparked speculation among various outside forces and sects, who felt that Yu Xian Palace was preparing to close its gates to avoid the calamity of Xian Chu. As a result, many cultivators and creatures unaware of the truth fell into a state of panic.

After all, an ancient supergiant like Yu Xian Palace had begun to make choices. Did this mean that the Xi Yuan civilization would truly face chaos in the future?

Inside Yu Xian Palace, Gu Changge appeared unaware of the vigilance and wariness that Ling Yuxian and others held toward him. He continued to behave like an ordinary disciple, patiently cultivating as he awaited the opportunity to rescue the trapped patriarch. Jing Xiao also maintained her usual routine; whenever she had free time, she would seek out conversations with him, and their relationship seemed to be growing increasingly natural.

Ling Yuxian observed this dynamic closely, yet it only deepened her unease and worry. Why did she feel that Gu Changge knew Jing Xiao’s true identity? Was that why he had approached her, either intentionally or unintentionally? There were many young disciples in Yu Xian Palace’s generation, including numerous beautiful and charming female disciples. So why had Gu Changge chosen Jing Xiao?

Jing Xiao had a pure personality and was at the age of first love, while Gu Changge possessed an excellent appearance—noble and elegant. How could Jing Xiao resist his charm? It was likely that she had confided many things to him.

As these thoughts churned in her mind, Ling Yuxian felt a wave of anxiety and realized it was necessary to remind Jing Xiao of the situation aloud. After Elder Xianyun left the meeting hall that day, she too worried about whether Gu Changge would ask her anything later. Although she felt a bit apprehensive, she gradually found solace in the fact that Ling Yuxian had left all the elders behind, meaning she was not alone.

Meanwhile, Gu Changge seemed indifferent to the unfolding tensions, not caring much about the situation at hand.

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