Chapter 1548: The owner of the Gate of Eternal Life? It is indeed possible to cooperate

The night enveloped the landscape like ink, with clouds and mist swirling above the mountain peaks, flowing like water, while strange rocks jutted out across the wilderness. The night wind carried soft humming sounds, echoing in the emptiness and remoteness of the surroundings.

In a slightly flat open space, two figures faced each other from a distance. The woman, clad in a red cloak that accentuated her battle skirt, had extraordinarily slender and straight legs. Her porcelain-like skin glowed with a flawless jade-like texture under the night light. Despite the beauty of her appearance, her brows remained indifferent, devoid of any emotional fluctuations.

Opposite her stood a young man dressed in white, his figure equally conspicuous in the darkness. A faint smile played at the corners of his mouth, suggesting a confidence that seemed unshakeable. If one were to overlook the current expressions of the two, some disciples of Yu Xian Palace might mistake them for a Daoist couple meeting privately under the cover of night.

“Tell me, what is your purpose?” Ling Yuxian finally broke the silence, unable to bear Gu Changge’s calm demeanor as if he had everything under control. Her voice was cold, carrying an underlying tension. “How can you agree to let Jing Xiao go?”

In Ling Yuxian’s eyes, Jing Xiao was merely an ordinary person. If it weren’t for their childhood friendship in this life, their paths would likely never have crossed. On the other hand, Gu Changge was a figure who evoked fear and unpredictability in her. If he desired to harm Jing Xiao, it would be an effortless task for him. That was why she felt both angry and powerless when Gu Changge used Jing Xiao as a pawn to threaten her. Involvement in such inexplicable danger could lead to Jing Xiao’s demise at any moment.

“Did you make a mistake? This isn’t the time for you to ask me questions,” Gu Changge remarked, glancing at her nonchalantly.

Ling Yuxian’s expression turned suffocated as she secretly gritted her teeth. “Then what are you calling me to discuss?”

“My purpose is actually the same as yours. You want to rescue the trapped patriarch of Yu Xian Palace, while I simply wish to reclaim what is mine,” Gu Changge replied, a light smile gracing his lips. “You don’t need to be overly wary or suspicious of me. I’ve stated before that I harbor no malice toward Yu Xian Palace. In fact, we might still become friends.”

Ling Yuxian furrowed her brow, her curiosity piqued. “Reclaim what exactly?”

Could there be something within Yu Xian Palace that belonged to him? But judging by Gu Changge’s demeanor, he didn’t appear interested in anything from the palace. As various thoughts raced through her mind, Ling Yuxian struggled to pinpoint what he could mean. Could it be related to the gate of eternal life connected to her sister?

“As for what it is, you don’t need to know. You can rescue the trapped patriarch of Yu Xian Palace, and I will reclaim what belongs to me. There is no conflict,” Gu Changge said, his demeanor still light and unconcerned.

Ling Yuxian scrutinized him with her beautiful eyes, a myriad of thoughts flooding her mind. If her suspicions were correct, Gu Changge had come to take the Gate of Eternal Life. This meant he likely didn’t understand the origin of Yu Xian Palace, nor was he aware that her sister had initially taken the gate. He also seemed oblivious to his true identity.

According to Gu Changge’s assertion, since the Gate of Eternal Life was his, it suggested that his true identity was that of its original owner. He must have fallen victim to the combined efforts of many equals, leaving behind a trace of an immortal soul, eventually reincarnating over countless eras—much like her past self, Su Hui.

With this perspective, everything started to align for Ling Yuxian. Once she processed all this, she exhaled a sigh of relief. “You are right. These two points do not conflict. You take back what belongs to you, and my Yu Xian Palace will rescue the trapped patriarch,” she nodded, a strange light flickering in her eyes.

Given the current circumstances, it seemed plausible that Gu Changge was indeed the original owner of the Gate of Eternal Life. It made sense that she hadn’t been able to discern his origins; those who had possessed treasures of civilization were top-tier figures standing at the pinnacle of the boundless world, privy to the true nature of existence. Even at her peak, Ling Yuxian was still far from reaching that level.

Moreover, Gu Changge probably remained unaware that among those who had united to seize his Gate of Eternal Life was none other than the patriarch of Yu Xian Palace—her sister.

After her sister had taken the Gate of Eternal Life in a bid to control its refining process, she had fallen victim to a trick by the gate’s spirit, ultimately leading her to seal herself away. It seemed likely that Gu Changge had undergone the reincarnation of many epochs before gradually awakening his past memories. He likely arrived at Yu Xian Palace through the mysterious pull of the Gate of Eternal Life.

Gu Changge’s interest in Jing Xiao stemmed from the connection between her lineage, Jing Guo, and the guardianship of the gate, which had involved strengthening the seal for generations. This relationship suggested a deeper cause and effect tied to the Gate of Eternal Life, prompting him to seek information from Jing Xiao.

Ling Yuxian couldn’t help but wonder how Gu Changge would react if he discovered that her sister was among those who had conspired to seize the Gate of Eternal Life from him. Would he still maintain his indifferent demeanor, insisting he bore no malice toward Yu Xian Palace?

“I think we can indeed work together,” Ling Yuxian said, trying not to dwell too much on the implications of these revelations. Her primary goal was to stabilize Gu Changge for now and to discuss further details after her sister was rescued. Even if Gu Changge were a formidable existence, he was unlikely to have returned to his peak after such a significant battle.

“Oh? What do you have in mind for our cooperation? I’m all ears,” Gu Changge replied with a smile, feigning ignorance of Ling Yuxian’s true intentions.

“I know where the thing you want is. Not only can I tell you, but I can also help you get it. You don’t need to approach Jing Xiao anymore; she doesn’t know about all this. I know everything she knows, and I know what she doesn’t know,” Ling Yuxian stated bluntly.

A smile of interest curved at the corners of Gu Changge’s lips as he replied, “There are really such good things in this world. So, what do you need from me?”

Ling Yuxian fixed her gaze on him and said, “I need you to leave Jing Xiao’s side. When the time comes, help Yu Xian Palace rescue the patriarch, and in return, Yu Xian Palace will do its utmost to help you retrieve what you seek.”

“This is a mutually beneficial arrangement. You can seriously consider it. If you don’t believe me, I can swear on my Dao’s heart.”

Gu Changge smiled, intrigued. “Compared to what you’re offering, I’m more curious about your identity. Why are you so certain that Yu Xian Palace will indeed help me?”

Ling Yuxian shook her head firmly. “You don’t need to concern yourself with that. I can swear on my heart that what I said is true and that I won’t lie to you.”

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