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Gu Ping habitually waited for the surrounding forces to take their turns. Since entering early or late would yield the same outcome, he figured it was better to linger outside a bit longer and observe the reactions of others.
The leader of the Moon River Sect, Zhang Liuyuan, discreetly assessed Tenglan, known as Zhongshang. Decades ago, during that demonstration, Tenglan had overshadowed everyone else, his brilliance unmatched at the time. Zhang Liuyuan was of the same generation as Tenglan, but due to their age difference, they had never participated in the same Eastern Peak Demonstration.
Zhang Liuyuan had claimed the top spot in that demonstration, yet everyone compared him to Teng Min. Although they had never truly competed against each other, Zhang Liuyuan believed that if there were a contest, he would surely lose.
For that Eastern Peak Demonstration, the Sect had sent him as the leader. Initially reluctant to attend, he changed his mind upon learning that Tenglan would also be there. Zhang Liuyuan decisively chose to head to Eastern Peak, eager for a chance to battle Tenglan and prove to the world that he was indeed the most outstanding individual over the years.
Yang Sheng was far more renowned than Tenglan. When Yang Sheng's fame spread, Zhang Liuyuan and Tenglan were still inexperienced youths. Yet now, many years later, Yang Sheng remained stagnant while those who had once been his juniors were surpassing him one by one.
For someone who had once been hailed as a genius, watching his juniors outshine him must be the greatest sorrow.
The three of them stepped forward simultaneously. Upon realizing their mutual understanding, they each made different choices.
Under Zhang Liuyuan's leadership, the Moon River Sect took the lead into the secret realm. The academy remained stationary under Tenglan's guidance, while Jade Void Sect retreated half a step under Yang Sheng's command.
Three individuals made three different choices in three distinct directions; there was no right or wrong among them, reflecting their varied states of mind and personalities.
Zhang Liuyuan was fervent; he sought to challenge the pressure imposed by secular forces.
Tenglan was calm; all he desired was victory.
Yang Sheng was humble; life and time taught him that no one could always stay ahead.
Mu Yu stood at a distance, surrounded by numerous disciples from both factions, gazing at Gu Ping. She knew him, yet he was not the same Gu Ping she once knew. The person before her was someone else entirely, a person named Gu Nian.
Gu Ping would not pretend not to recognize her; Gu Nian would. Gu Ping could always be by her side, but Gu Nian would not.
The contrast between "will" and "will not," two completely opposing choices or attitudes, felt as if they belonged to two different people. Mu Yu understood that Gu Nian was not the same as Gu Ping. The memories of the past lingered in her mind—those moments when she had cared for him, moments he remembered but could no longer acknowledge.
The hypocrisy was palpable, a forced facade that spoke of helplessness. He could not allow her to follow him into a life fraught with danger and uncertainty.
Gu Ping had never imagined that when they met again, it would be under such circumstances.
Mu Yu had never thought that their reunion would consist of just a few words.
Perhaps everything had been predestined from that autumn evening, from the fiery sunset that painted the sky. Everything was unfolding according to a path long set in motion.
"Time's up."
Her junior sister reminded Mu Yu, and only then did she notice that Gu Ping had just entered the secret realm. The figure before her was merely a shadow, a fleeting glimpse of sunlight.
Was he really that Gu Ping?
Gan Yuan lagged half a step behind and turned to Mu Yu. When she had asked those two words yesterday, Gan Yuan had recalled where he had seen that face before.
Three years ago, their meeting left a profound impression on Gan Yuan, one that even an ordinary person like Gu Ping could not forget. Calm and composed, he remained unshaken even in the face of overwhelming danger.
At that time, everything that person did surpassed the limits of what an ordinary person could achieve. It was unimaginable that he could survive in Dong Lai, despite being pursued and cornered by the Five Great Gates. Such a formidable force would have likely subdued even the ancient fierce beasts or a powerful demon. Yet, that young man struggled to survive in Dong Lai as a mere mortal.
Even more astonishing was how he had grown so powerful since then. His strength was now such that even his own genius seemed insignificant in comparison. The transformation he underwent was truly difficult for Gan Yuan to comprehend.
Were his words really that heavy? Mu Yu closed her eyes. Before meeting Gu Ping yesterday, she couldn’t understand why Minghong insisted on bringing her along. Outside the Jade Void Sect, countless senior brothers were far more capable than her, a little girl with no desires or ambitions.
Yet, under Gan Yuan's strong insistence, the Sect had decided to send Mu Yu to participate in the upcoming Eastern Peak Demonstration. She felt grateful to Gan Yuan for this opportunity. However, upon seeing Gu Ping, all her questions and gratitude turned into anger. The Sect had overlooked her feelings, so she chose to remain silent and not say anything further.
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