On the other side, in the Main Hall, Gu Han fell into deep thought.
Li Hanyi's appearance, while solving the Sect's urgent shortage of manpower, also brought new questions.
In that world, Li Hanyi was a Sword Immortal of the current age, possessing extraordinary combat power.
However, the upper limit of that world's Realms had a fundamental difference compared to the Canglan Continent.
The Ninth Heaven of Undergoing Tribulation was a Peak existence only a step away from Ascending Immortal, capable of controlling Laws.
How could a Sword Immortal from a High-Martial world possess such cultivation?
"System."
Gu Han called out in her heart, her voice carrying a sense of inquiry.
"Is this Li Hanyi truly that Li Hanyi?"
[Ding! She is, but not entirely.]
[To be precise, she is a special individual shaped by this System, using the Li Hanyi from the Host's memory as a prototype.]
Gu Han digested the System's explanation, and her thoughts gradually became clear.
"So, she is the second Li Hanyi you created?"
[It can be understood that way. The Host can view her as the highest-status Incarnation of the 'Li Hanyi' concept in this world.]
"Then... will she disappear in the future?"
This was Gu Han's greatest concern.
She could not accept that a person who was vividly alive today would one day disappear because their energy ran out.
[Rest assured, Host. She possesses a true life form based on the Laws of this world.]
[Her existence, growth, and even the tribulations she may encounter in the future will all follow the operational Laws of this heaven and earth.]
Gu Han breathed a slight sigh of relief, but her brow was still not fully relaxed.
"So is she a real person? She won't be like a robot, will she?"
The System fell silent for a rare few seconds, seemingly thinking about how to answer.
[Host, she is a newborn, independent 'person' in this world, possessing the essence and starting point of Li Hanyi.]
[You can view this as a special kind of 'Reincarnation', except she retains part of her previous life's memories.]
"That's good then..."
She looked toward Snow Moon Peak again, the last trace of worry in her heart completely dissipating.
Li Hanyi was real, and other "acquaintances" who might arrive in the future would also be real.
"Alright, business talk is over."
Gu Han stretched and sat back on the Cloud Bed, instantly transforming into a curious baby.
"System, what Rank is that sword in Hanyi's hand?"
[Ding! Regarding Li Hanyi's sword, 'Rain Listener'.]
[Its essence is a life-bound Magical Artifact matched for this world's Incarnation by the System, based on the'Snow Moon Sword Immortal' concept.]
[Current Rank: Heaven Rank top grade (Growable).]
"Heaven Rank top grade? And it's growable?"
Gu Han raised an eyebrow, quite satisfied with this configuration.
Magical Artifacts are divided into four Ranks: Heaven, Earth, Black, and Yellow. Each Rank is further divided into four levels: Low Grade, Medium Grade, High Grade, and top grade.
Starting at Heaven Rank top grade and being able to grow—only this was worthy of the status of Yaochi Immortal Palace's Grand Elder.
[There is currently a huge gap in the Sect's protection, lacking a deterrent existence. It is recommended that the Host complete this as soon as possible.]
"A deterrent existence?" Gu Han returned from her thoughts.
"Do you mean... something like a Sect-protecting Divine Beast?"
[Bingo! The Host has finally seen the light! How can a top-tier Sect not have a few auspicious beasts to hold down the fort?]
[Guarding the house, serving as mounts, helping with the kids, and acting as enforcers at critical moments—the cost-performance ratio is super high!]
The System's electronic voice carried a salesman-like enthusiasm.
Gu Han was amused by its tone, but it did make sense upon reflection.
Raising a few powerful and flashy Yao Beasts seemed like a good choice.
"System, I remember you mentioned that there seem to be quite a few powerful Yao Beasts in the nearby mountains?"
[This 'Tianjue Mountain Range' stretches for millions of miles. Even in the entire continent, it is a well-known dangerous land and treasure land!]
[The Spiritual Qi deep in the mountains is dense, giving rise to many Heaven And Earth Treasures, and naturally nurturing a powerful Yao Race.]
[The three strongest Mahayana Stage Yao Kings each occupy a core area and can be considered our neighbors.]
[By the way, when you moved here, Host, the commotion wasn't small. They might have already noticed, but since they can't figure out your background, they haven't dared to come over and say hello yet.]
Hearing this, Gu Han rubbed her chin, a glint of interest flashing in her eyes.
"Mahayana Stage Yao Kings... and three of them. Not bad, not bad."
She was originally thinking that for a place as large as Yaochi Immortal Palace, it would be far too quiet with just the four of them.
And how could a top-tier Sect not have some "Divine Beasts" or "Mountain-Protecting Spirit Beasts" to hold down the fort?
Wasn't this ready-made labor (scratch that)... ready-made fate coming her way?
"System, tell me in detail about these three neighbors."
Gu Han became energized.
[Neighbor Number One: Fushan Ape King.]
[Cultivation: Mahayana Late Stage.]
[Characteristics: Infinite strength, masters Earth Laws, thick-skinned and durable, with a rather explosive temper.]
[Territory: 'Giant Rock Valley' in the northwest of the mountain range. He likes to collect all kinds of shiny stones.]
[Neighbor Number Two: Seven-Colored Illusionary Butterfly Emperor.]
[Cultivation: Mahayana Middle Stage (exceptionally strong Mental Energy, extremely high level of illusion techniques).]
[Characteristics: Her true form is a giant colorful butterfly over ten zhang long. She is extremely beautiful and extremely dangerous, specializing in creating illusions and Mental Energy attacks.]
[Territory: 'Illusory Flower Sea' in the east of the mountain range. She has a bit of a shut-in personality and likes to sleep.]
[Neighbor Number Three: Ink Scale Flood Dragon King.]
[Cultivation: Mahayana Late Stage (the strongest among the three).]
[Characteristics: A hundred zhang long, possessing a thin trace of True Dragon Bloodline. He is skilled in Water and Lightning Divine Abilities. His potential is the highest among the three, with the possibility of transforming into a Dragon.]
[Territory: 'Black Dragon Pool' in the center of the mountain range. He has a proud personality and is ambitious, aiming to unify the entire mountain range.]
After listening, Gu Han lightly tapped her finger on the edge of the Cloud Bed.
Fushan Ape King, tough and durable, a good hand for guarding the house.
Seven-Colored Illusionary Butterfly Emperor, a mental-type master, would be quite useful for setting up Sect illusion array protections or for interrogations.
Ink Scale Flood Dragon King, a potential stock with True Dragon Bloodline. Bringing him over to be a mount or a Sect-protecting beast would be very prestigious.
"Hmm, they're all quite useful."
Gu Han nodded and made a decision.
"Then let's start by 'visiting' this most promising Flood Dragon King neighbor first."
[Host is wise! Does the Host need navigation services from this System? Fair prices for all, only 500 mastery value!]
"Scram! I'll find it myself!"
Gu Han laughed and scolded, her Ascension Realm Divine Sense once again spreading out like mercury pouring onto the ground.
This time, she had a clear goal, and in no time, she locked onto that "Black Dragon Pool" in the center of the mountain range.
"Found you."