"It is exactly as it sounds. This duplicated world is an exact replica of the original—from the people to the locations, even down to the timeline. At least, that's how it should have been," the Sect Leader said, his voice trailing off as he paused.
"Tian Yang," Yuan spoke. "As far as I am aware, he doesn't exist in this world. Elder Sun tried looking for him in the Desolate Continent but to no avail. However, for some reason, her memories progress as if he exists."
The Sect Leader nodded, "Indeed. Although Tian Yang couldn't be replicated for some reason, the people who had a connection to Tian Yang in the original world were perfectly duplicated, their memories included. However, that memory would only trigger if they are reminded of Tian Yang."
"Why couldn't Tian Yang be duplicated? He's only a single individual."
"Honestly, I am not the creator of this world. The one who created it said something along the lines of 'only being able to duplicate what's not beyond their powers'. And since I am not the creator, I also cannot tell you 'why' it was created."
Yuan narrowed his eyes and responded after a moment of silence, "I already knew you weren't the creator when you told me this was a real world. Even a Cultivation God would not be capable of this. I cannot imagine who or what could have such powers."
The Sect Leader smiled and said, "I could tell you, but your soul would be extinguished."
"You told me that before. The only way that could happen is if the information is beyond human comprehension."
"Oh?" the Sect Leader expressed surprise at Yuan's words. "You are quite knowledgeable. Did your Master—your real one—tell you that?"
"Not quite. I came from a family that is very familiar with this sort of topic. Why don't you try telling me? I bet my soul won't be destroyed."
However, the Sect Leader shook his head and said, "Trust me, it's for your own good."
Yuan narrowed his eyes and spoke, "Is it an Outer God?"
"You—?!" The Sect Leader stood up from shock, his eyes as wide as saucers. "You know about the Outer God?!"
"My family has studied their existence for generations. So this world was created by an Outer God, huh? I figured."
The Sect Leader swallowed nervously. He never thought he would find someone who was also aware of the Outer Gods.
"How much do you know about the Outer Gods?" he asked Yuan.
"Honestly? Not a whole lot."
"Are you willing to exchange information? I have been trying to learn more about them for some time now," said the Sect Leader.
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