"You—" Gu Yan choked. He had thought of using this opportunity to get Gu Liyan to help Gu Changyuan solve the problem, so that their relationship would be restored to normal. But looking at Mo Han's indifferent expression, even if Gu Liyan successfully returned, it seemed useless, right?

Seeing Mo Han's indifferent attitude, Gu Yan was so angry that she didn't know what to say.

Taking a deep breath to calm himself, he spoke directly, "Changyuan, I admit that what happened back then was wrong between my son and me. But so many years have passed, and since his punishment by Xuan Lei, Xiao Li has endured countless hardships to survive until now. Even though he has survived by chance, he has been left with a chronic illness. Every year on that day, his body and soul suffer unbearable pain. And you still won't forgive him?"

A flicker of emotion crossed Mo Han's eyes, but it was quickly masked by her cold indifference once again.

"I've put aside past grievances. Now... we're just doing our jobs. But don't worry, I won't hold any prejudice against him, nor will I seek revenge. As long as he returns safely this time... I, Mo Han, owe him a favor!"

"I hope that's what you think..." Gu Yan said coldly, "Actually, there's only one reason I sent him—his destiny has already been tied to that world!"

Mo Han's pupils contracted slightly, and he glanced at Gu Yan without saying anything more.

——

After returning home, Gu Yan told Gu Liyan everything that had happened:

"The discovery of this unknown world by the Nine Springs Realm is a major event. Everything happened without reason, and a new world suddenly appeared, which has really made the higher-ups take it seriously."

Looking at Gu Yan's solemn expression, Gu Liyan frowned and asked, "Father, is my senior brother really letting me go? Such an important matter, can I really do it well..."

Seeing Gu Liyan's somewhat uncertain words, Gu Yan sighed, "Little Li, your injuries have now fully healed, and your soul power has also improved rapidly. I think there won't be any problems with you."

Gu Liyan nodded. "I understand, Father. I will go to my senior brother to accept the mission tomorrow."

“Yes. Xiao Li, remember, this time is different from the past. Opening up a new world and guiding its development are different. We need to participate in the civilizational progress of that new world in a cooperative and friendly manner,” Gu Yan reminded him.

Gu Liyan listened attentively, and with Gu Yan's introduction and guidance, the two of them thus revived a day.

The next morning, Gu Liyan went directly to find Mo Han.

It was the same conference room. Gu Liyan stood at the door, his heart pounding with nervousness: this was the first time he had met Mo Han since his return…

Taking a deep breath, Gu Liyan mustered her courage and pushed open the conference room door. The conference room was dark and the atmosphere was oppressive, but Gu Liyan could clearly see the figure sitting in the main seat of the conference room...

"You're here?" Before Gu Liyan could say anything, Mo Han's voice was calm and indifferent.

Gu Liyan nodded. "Yes, Master... Realm Lord Mo Han..."

Just as he was about to call him "Senior Brother," Gu Liyan suddenly remembered that Mo Han didn't seem to have forgiven him yet, so he lowered his head and changed his address.

After glancing at Gu Liyan, Mo Han coldly said, "Close the door!"

Gu Liyan nodded and closed the conference room door. Instantly, darkness enveloped the surroundings, making it impossible to see one's hand in front of one's face. But in the next second, countless stars rose from the four walls. Except for the ceiling, the corners and walls were covered with "celestial maps" depicting star charts!

"With me at the center, the surrounding star map covers the area known to the Nine Springs Realm. Within this range, there are countless spaces and countless worlds. What we do is stabilize the order of these spatial worlds." Mo Han looked at the star map above his head with a serious expression.

Even if Mo Han didn't say it, Gu Liyan knew it, after all, this was the work of the Punisher.

Mo Han raised his hand and pointed to the black hole-like vortex above his head, saying, "Do you see that place that looks like a black hole? That's a shattered spacetime rift. For some reason, this world appeared and was detected by the Star River Map of the Nine Springs Realm."

Gu Liyan looked in the direction he was pointing. The vortex-like black hole had a sinister aura, as if it were about to devour people!

“I think Mo Yansan explained to you the importance of this mission…and its danger!” Mo Han looked at Gu Liyan deeply, then spoke with a solemn expression.

Gu Liyan nodded. "Yes, I've heard about it."

"I really admire your courage that you didn't back down." Mo Han leaned back in her chair, quietly looking at Gu Liyan.

Gu Liyan looked at Mo Han under the stars, his eyes sparkling with gentle, tender light!

Gu Liyan subconsciously asked, "Senior brother, are you still blaming me?"

Mo Han looked at Gu Liyan, noticing his nervous expression, but remained silent.

Gu Liyan smiled bitterly and said with a forlorn expression, "I'm sorry, I misspoke, Lord Realm Master. I will complete the mission as soon as possible and open up that world."

After speaking, Gu Liyan bowed to Mo Han, then picked up the Nine Springs Token (mission token) on the table and turned to leave the conference room.

Seeing Gu Liyan's hasty retreat, Mo Han felt a slight pang in her heart, as if the whole world had rejected her!

Mo Han frowned slightly, and subconsciously clenched her fist...

"Do you have a grudge against him?" A familiar female voice came from the darkness.

Mo Han turned her head and looked at the person who came into the darkness. "It's nothing, you don't need to worry about it."

"Really... That's strange. I felt like I recognized that person's back just now. Do I know him?"

Mo Han paused for a moment, then shook her head and said directly, "I don't know."

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