"Unlike us ordinary mortals, the Secretary-Envoy surely harbors far greater ambitions," Gao Yuan said, his tone distant and measured. "The official positions within the Immortal Alliance that we covet? He likely doesn't spare them a second glance.

"Though he conceals it well, a man who is genuinely infatuated with power can be spotted at a glance."

He Zhenghao's expression turned solemn, and he nodded in agreement.

"From what I know, the Secretary-Envoy was actually forced to accept the position of Acting Island Master of Myriad Immortals Island," Gao Yuan said abruptly. "The order to rebuild the immortal city was like forcing a duck onto a perch, a matter of sheer necessity."

He Zhenghao's eyes lit up with surprise. "Is that so?"

Gao Yuan nodded....