His surname was Gu, and so was that man's!

Gu Yuanqing was not worried. The World Force suppressed the realm, not the power. As long as he did not use the power of the Celestial Person, he would not attract the reaction of the Purple Nether Realm.

However, his Void Heaven Peak Void Heaven Peak was completely different from that of the people in the Exquisite World.

Moreover, even in the most desperate situation, his true form could use the Heavenly Angling Technique to pull him and the other people from the Qian Yuan Realm back to the North Spring Grotto-Heaven.

Actually, he was a little curious about when the Sanyang Sect would discover that he and the former Guest Elder Gu of the Illusionary Spirit Sect were the same person.

Although he changed his appearance when he entered the Ancient Realm, Cultivator are identified by their Divine Soul and aura, not their appearance, because Calculation Dao Embryo level can change their appearance as long as they cultivate Secret Method.

There were quite a few people in the Sanyang Sect who fought him back then. Liu Ruiyuan's Ancient Realm Split Soul was destroyed during their fight, and he did not fight again afterward, so it's normal that they don't recognize him.

Although Zhu Qingyu hadn't fought him to the death, they had exchanged blows several times, so it was somewhat surprising that he didn't recognize him.

"No, perhaps he did sense it, but back then I was only at the Three Tribulations of Heavenly Change realm. Now I have achieved Yin-Yang, and with the advancement of this major realm, my aura has naturally changed. So many years have passed, I just didn't make the connection for a while."

Zhu Qingyu stood on the edge of the Cliff, gazing at another mountain peak in the distance.

The other members of the Sanyang Sect had returned to their rooms to meditate, but he still felt restless.

At first, he was just upset that Gu Yuanqing had benefited greatly because of the intervention of the Wuchen Sect, but he gradually realized that something was wrong.

Even if one is angry, it's impossible for them to hold a grudge for so long.

Cultivator like him would never ignore a feeling he has, and such intuition is often very important, because if it were not important, his Dao Heart would never be affected.

Something must have been overlooked!

He closed his eyes and began to recall the events of the day, tracing when this change in his State of Mind had begun.

Suddenly, the image of Gu Yuanqing appeared in his mind.

"Familiar... Why did I feel a sense of familiarity with Gu Yuanqing before?"

"The Qian Yuan Realm has only recently been upgraded to the Exquisite World; this should be my first time seeing him!"

"But this feeling doesn't lie to me; it means I must have seen him before. It's impossible in the Present World; it must be from the Ancient Realm."

"That's right, since he's Great Cultivator Three Tribulations of Heavenly Change, he must have already entered the Ancient Realm."

"But who exactly is he? When did I see him? If I had seen Great Cultivator Three Tribulations of Heavenly Change, I would surely remember him. Or was it that his cultivation was still weak at that time, so I didn't pay any attention to him?"

Zhu Qingyu frowned, recalling the past. As the master of a peak, he had spent most of his time in seclusion in recent years and had rarely seen outsiders. All these people flashed through his mind.

Suddenly, a pang of fear struck him, a chill rose from his feet, and the hairs on his body stood on end. He abruptly opened his eyes.

"His surname is Gu, and that other woman's surname is Gu too, and there's this familiar feeling..."

"Impossible! How could Gu Yuanqing have risen from a Origin Scholar to a Yin-Yang Great Cultivator in just a century?"

Sweat began to bead on Zhu Qingyu's vest. As his breath churned, he suddenly felt the pressure of Heaven and Earth and earth bearing down on him. He hurriedly stabilized the cultivation seal that was about to be shattered.

However, at this moment, he couldn't care less about almost revealing his Celestial Person cultivation level. Instead, he compared the information about the Divine Fishing Guest Elder of the Illusionary Spirit Sect with that of Gu Yuanqing in his mind.

"Back then, when that person fought against Junior Brother Pei, he was also at the Three Tribulations of Heavenly Change Realm. He tried to ambush me but failed. He was forced by my Sanyang Sect to leave the Ancient Realm for several years and dared not enter. Only after that did he break through to the Yin Yang Realm and fight against Ancestor Zhuang to a draw."

"Before this, some junior disciples from the Sect had also encountered Gu Yuanqing, saying that he only had the cultivation level of the Void Heaven Realm. At the time, they thought he was hiding his strength. But what if he wasn't hiding his strength, but that was actually the case?"

Although all of this was just a guess based on a faint sense of familiarity, the striking similarities between these details and the information he obtained about Gu Yuanqing from the Qian Yuan Realm all suggested that the two were very likely the same person.

"No wonder the Qian Yuan Realm treats the Ten Directions Misty Rain Tower and my Sanyang Sect with such indifference; it turns out it was him!"

"Yes, he's a Yin-Yang Great Cultivator, and he even controls the Realm Token. Why should he care about so much? Who can do anything to him?"

Suddenly, Zhu Qingyu's expression changed, and his pupils contracted.

"Oh no, something might happen to Junior Brother Liu!"

He suddenly remembered that he had asked someone to inform Liu Ruiyuan to test whether Gu Yuanqing was in the Qian Yuan Realm. If Gu Yuanqing was only at the Three Tribulations of Heavenly Change, Liu Ruiyuan should be able to avoid any problems if he was cautious. However, if it was a Yin-Yang Great Cultivator, everything would be different.

Heavenly Change Cultivator can only Split Soul to rely on others or use Puppet, but Yin-Yang Cultivator can Avatar that appear no different from ordinary people.

Those who come to this Purple Nether Realm are mostly just Avatar, while their true selves must remain in the Qian Yuan Realm.

Gu Yuanqing had a grudge against the Sanyang Sect. Although it was said to be settled, if the Sanyang Sect dared to provoke them, Gu Yuanqing would not hesitate to kill them.

Thinking of this, Zhu Qingyu immediately Avatar and entered the Ancient Realm.

The Sanyang Sect's Residence in the Misty Forest.

Zhu Qingyu hurriedly arrived at the mountaintop in his escape light.

"Greetings, Martial Uncle!" a young Void Heaven Cultivator bowed and said.

"Where is the Sect Master?"

"Master has left the Ancient Realm."

"Return to the Sanyang Realm immediately and request the Sect Master to enter the realm at once. It's extremely urgent and cannot be delayed!" Zhu Qingyu said in a deep voice.

The young Cultivator's expression changed slightly. Seeing Zhu Qingyu's expression, he knew that the matter was serious and dared not delay. He immediately withdrew from the Ancient Realm.

Zhu Qingyu paced back and forth in the main hall, feeling that with each passing second, Liu Ruiyuan's chances of survival were diminishing.

About the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, Baili Jinghong appeared inside the main hall.

"Sect Master!" Zhu Qingyu stepped forward hurriedly.

"Junior Brother Zhu, what's the matter that you're in such a hurry?" Baili Jinghong was surprised to see that Zhu Qingyu didn't even care about etiquette.

"Gu Yuanqing from the Qian Yuan Realm is Gu Divine Fisher, Guest Elder of the Illusionary Spirit Sect, Yin-Yang Great Cultivator. Junior Brother Liu is in danger!" Zhu Qingyu said urgently.

"What?" Baili Jinghong's pupils contracted. "Are you sure?"

"I sensed a familiar aura from him, and comparing the events between the two, it's highly likely to be the same person. We must immediately inform Junior Brother Liu not to take action!" Zhu Qingyu said in a deep voice.

Baili Jinghong's expression instantly turned extremely solemn. He trusted Zhu Qingyu's judgment. "It's too late. Our Sanyang Sect only has Junior Brother Liu and Pingshan in the Qian Yuan Realm. Neither of them Split Soul in the Ancient Realm. Even if we try to notify them through others, it won't be enough time."

"What should we do then?" Zhu Qingyu's expression changed slightly. This time, he had asked Liu Ruiyuan to test the waters. If something went wrong because of this, he would be held responsible.

Moreover, Liu Ruiyuan was originally a top expert of the Sanyang Sect and was once the Sect's Enforcement Elder. Even though his cultivation was damaged because his Divine Soul was killed by Gu Yuanqing, his strength was still among the top Great Cultivator in the Sanyang Sect. If he were to be lost, it would be a major loss for the Sanyang Sect.

Baili Jinghong also didn't want anything to happen to Liu Ruiyuan. He and Liu Ruiyuan had been close since they were both True Disciple.

After Liu Ruiyuan was injured, he resigned from his position as Enforcement Elder and secluded himself for more than twenty years. Not long after he emerged from seclusion, he was invited by Cen Pingshan to protect him. Moreover, what would happen to Cen Pingshan if something happened to Liu Ruiyuan?

This disciple of his is the future of the Sanyang Sect, and he absolutely cannot afford to lose him!

Furthermore, even though Gu Yuanqing was a Yin-Yang Great Cultivator, and had once killed Pei Yutang of the Sanyang Sect, the Sanyang Sect was still unwilling to provoke him again unless there was an absolute conflict.

Baili Jinghong's mind raced, and finally he said in a deep voice, "Junior Brother Zhu, you know how important Pingshan is to the Sanyang Sect. There's only one way now. Gu Yuanqing's Avatar is in the Purple Nether Realm. Even if it's a cross-realm attack, Yin-Yang Great Cultivator's Divine Soul can still transmit information to their main body through the Void Realm. Go find him immediately and make him show mercy no matter what. For this, our Sanyang Sect is willing to pay the price! Report any news immediately. I will be waiting in this hall."

The two quickly discussed for a few more minutes. Zhu Qingyu didn't dare to delay and immediately left the Ancient Realm, his Law Treasure and Storage Bag falling to the ground.

With a wave of his hand, Baili Jinghong gathered up the energy and stored it away. He then stood solemnly in the main hall for a long time before finally sitting on the sect leader's seat on the high platform inside the hall, and sighed softly, "Hopefully, it's not too late!"

Zhu Qingyu's Divine Soul returned to its original form, and he immediately rode away in a streak of light.

Several Celestial Person from the Sanyang Sect opened their eyes.

Someone stood up and stood by the window, looking into the distance and muttering to themselves in confusion, "Why is the Peak Master rushing out at this hour?"

Although the two mountains were far apart, it was nothing to Zhu Qingyu. In less than a quarter of an hour, he had already landed outside the courtyard on the mountaintop.

Gu Yuanqing opened her eyes.

"What is Zhu Qingyu doing here? Is he planning to make a move?"

He used his Void Piercing Heavenly Eye to look outside.

"It doesn't look quite right; only he came."

Zhu Qingyu took a deep breath, cupped his hands, and said loudly, "Brother Gu, I, Zhu, have come to pay my respects. Please show yourself."

The sound startled the Cultivator in the Mountain, and Cultivator from the Qian Yuan Realm rose from their meditation.

"So polite? Calling me 'brother Dao' is too much."

Gu Yuanqing was slightly surprised. Zhu Qingyu in front of her looked a little nervous and cautious, which was quite different from what she had seen in the hall today.

"Could it be...?"

A smile appeared on Gu Yuanqing's lips. He stood up, took a step, and stood above the courtyard, looking down as he said, "Peak Master Zhu, what brings you here so late at night?"

The Cultivator from the Qian Yuan Realm also came out of the house and went into the courtyard.

The servants and disciples arranged by the Purple Extreme Pavilion also got up, but they did not leave their rooms. It was a matter concerning the Sanyang Sect, so it was best not to get involved. Knowing too much about certain things was not a good thing.

Feeling uneasy under Gu Yuanqing's gaze, Zhu Qingyu forced a smile and said, "I do have some matters I wish to discuss with Brother Gu. May I speak with you in private?"

Gu Yuanqing said calmly, "Come in." As he spoke, the courtyard gate opened automatically.

Zhu Qingyu breathed a sigh of relief and entered the Courtyard.

Gu Yuanqing turned and walked towards the guest room, with Zhu Qingyu following closely behind.

Gu Siyuan, Qin Wuya, and the others quickly followed.

Gu Yuanqing turned around and said, "You should all go back and rest."

"Grandfather... yes!" Gu Siyuan hesitated for a moment, but finally bowed and accepted the order.

Inside the main hall, Gu Yuanqing sat at the head of the table, his expression calm as he said, "Peak Master Zhu, please speak your mind."

Zhu Qingyu stood in the center, not daring to sit down, and didn't even dare to have any thoughts because of Gu Yuanqing's negligence. The Yin-Yang Great Cultivator had the right to do so!

In fact, Gu Yuanqing's actions further confirmed his suspicions.

He forced a calm expression, clasped his hands in a fist and said, "I have come today to ask you, fellow Daoist, to show mercy!"

Gu Yuanqing looked Zhu Qingyu up and down, then suddenly laughed, "Hold back on your hand? What makes you say that, Peak Master Zhu? Could it be that you want to go back on the price we agreed on today?"

Zhu Qingyu said, "Of course not. Perhaps you don't have a good impression of my Sanyang Sect, but the people of my Sanyang Sect always keep their word."

Gu Yuanqing said with a half-smile, "Not a good impression? Heh, it seems Peak Master Zhu has recognized me?"

"I apologize on behalf of the Zhu Sanyang Sect for my past offenses." Zhu Qingyu's smile was forced, though he felt humiliated and had to suppress it.

Gu Yuanqing's smile slowly faded as he looked at Zhu Qingyu and said, "Past grievances have been wiped clean, and I, Gu, keep my word. So, Peak Master Zhu, let's not beat around the bush. What brings you here today?"

Zhu Qingyu clasped his hands and bowed deeply, gritting his teeth as he said, "Zhu, was blind to your greatness. After Daoist Friend transaction today, I had my Sect brother Liu Ruiyuan test whether your true form was within the Qian Yuan Realm. I beg you, brother, to show mercy and spare Junior Brother Liu's life!"

Gu Yuanqing's expression was indifferent, but the atmosphere in the hall suddenly became heavy. Zhu Qingyu remained bent over, waiting for Gu Yuanqing's reply.

In the Courtyard outside the main hall, Gu Siyuan did not go far, and Qin Wuya was also waiting quietly to the side. However, since Gu Yuanqing did not allow them to go in, they did not eavesdrop on the Motion and Stillness inside the house.

Moreover, most cultivators' houses are equipped with soundproofing Formation, so they have no idea what is happening inside.

"Senior Qin, what is the purpose of the Celestial Person from the Sanyang Sect visiting my Grandfather late at night?" Gu Siyuan asked with a worried expression.

Although my Grandfather was strong, he had only cultivated for a little over a hundred years. The Sanyang Sect was a top Sect, and Zhu Qingyu was the Peak Master of the Sanyang Sect lineage, a top-tier cultivator of the Three Tribulations of Heavenly Change Great Cultivator the within the Exquisite World had cultivated for two thousand years.

Although a longer training time does not necessarily mean greater strength, this disparity made him lack confidence in Gu Yuanqing.

Moreover, this is not the Qian Yuan Realm; cultivation is suppressed in the Void Heaven, and the power of the Realm Token cannot be relied upon.

Qin Wuya laughed and said, "Second Prince, there's no need to worry. Since the young master dared to come to the Purple Nether Realm, he must have his own confidence. Besides, Your Highness is too concerned about the young master. Haven't you noticed that Peak Master tonight is so different from his expression during the day?"

"Oh?" Gu Siyuan said.

"Perhaps he needs something from you, young master!" Qin Wuya guessed.

"You need something?" Gu Siyuan turned his head to look at the guest room in confusion.

Inside the guest room.

After a long pause, Gu Yuanqing said in a detached tone, "Are you saying that Liu Ruiyuan laid a hand on me and you expect me to show him mercy? Do you think I'm merciful, or does your Sanyang Sect have such a high status?"