I Am the Fated Villain

Chapter 1407: The So-Called Slaying Her Brother To Prove The Dao, A Kind Girl On The Road To Darkness

It was the first time Mu Yan had ever felt this kind of surprise. She realized that she could truly rely on someone else without having to worry about intrigues or schemes. This was something she had never experienced in all her years of cultivation.

However, she remained very clear-headed. She and Gu Changge had only known each other for just over half a month, and during that time, they hadn’t really become that familiar. She knew nothing about Gu Changge’s identity, and he likely knew little about her past either.

Even now, after Gu Changge had appeared at Zhuowu’s acceptance ceremony, rescued her from a dire situation, and taken her away, Mu Yan still felt somewhat dizzy and confused. Naturally, there were many questions she wanted to ask Gu Changge, but he hadn’t shown any interest in inquiring about her affairs. It seemed as though his only intention was to take her away and get her out of danger.

This left Mu Yan feeling a bit lost, unsure of Gu Changge’s true motives. Meanwhile, her old enemy, Zhuowu, had already retreated into seclusion, hidden away from the world.

In other words, from now on, she basically didn’t have to worry about her safety. Her situation was secure. But… after Gu Changge brought her back, he began to ignore her.

This left Mu Yan feeling strange, though she couldn’t quite pinpoint why. After returning to Gufeng Ancient City, Gu Changge resumed his leisurely routine. Every day, he drank tea and listened to music, while Ling Huang would occasionally sing and dance for him in the courtyard, flaunting her graceful figure.

Ling Huang was skilled in piano, chess, calligraphy, and painting, with her piano skills being especially noteworthy. In the past, as the queen of the spiritual royal family, she had never displayed her talents in front of others. Yet now, she had decided to support Mu Yan in becoming the master of the immortal civilization in the future.

Gu Changge had instructed Mo Tong to become the disciple of the Bone Ancestor, intending for her to assist Mu Yan in the future. So far, this little “dead one” had been very obedient. After leaving the Arena of Ten Thousand Clans, she regained her freedom and acquired a status that was unmatched by ordinary people. She also understood the importance of repaying kindness.

Feeling truly at ease, Mo Tong stayed by Gu Changge’s side with a sense of peace, determined to repay his kindness. As for the Bone Ancestor, he certainly had no desire to accept an apprentice out of the blue, but how could he dare refuse Gu Changge’s command? Reluctantly, he was forced to take Mo Tong as his disciple.

Considering the Bone Ancestor’s grand stature and the fact that he was on the verge of attaining the Ancestral Dao realm, the situation was certainly not what he had anticipated.

The Bone Ancestor’s fearsome reputation had once terrified many, but now he found himself accepting a young apprentice, which felt like a strange turn of events. Yet, there was nothing he could do about it. If Gu Changge were to learn of any reluctance, it would be difficult for him to handle the situation casually.

So, after some thought, the Bone Ancestor decided to take Mo Tong along and throw her into a chaotic region within the immortal civilization, where she could be taught the true art of killing. This chaotic area was far from the borders of any ethnic groups, a lawless zone filled with vile individuals who reveled in destruction, looting, and all manner of evil.

The first task the Bone Ancestor assigned to Mo Tong was to kill. Through this process, she would begin to grasp the essence of true killing intent.

In the wilderness, a faint gray aura began to swirl around Mo Tong’s body. The more villains she slew, the denser the gray aura became, eventually manifesting almost tangibly. Mo Tong had a natural fervor for combat, embracing the challenge wholeheartedly.

Although Mo Tong appeared as cold and rigid as an ice sculpture, when she truly fought, she was filled with a wild frenzy. Her gray hair fluttered in the wind, and her eyes were icy, as if she were a reaper harvesting the lives of all beings.

“She is indeed a good seedling,” the Bone Ancestor observed from a distance, nodding slightly, something he rarely did. It wasn’t that he was entirely satisfied, but Mo Tong hadn’t disappointed him.

Mo Tong was well aware of the Bone Ancestor’s immense power. If not for Gu Changge’s command, she would have never been qualified to apprentice under someone like the Bone Ancestor. Thus, she was doing everything she could to prove herself, showcasing her terrifying talent for the art of killing.

“No wonder she is favored by the young master. If given enough time to mature, she might truly be able to reach this king’s level,” the Bone Ancestor thought. Initially, he had reservations about taking her on, but those doubts had nearly vanished by now. He even began considering seriously cultivating Mo Tong.

“The essence of true killing lies in striking without detection—like the wind passing through the leaves, silent and unseen…” His figure suddenly blurred, and in an instant, he appeared in front of Mo Tong.

Mo Tong was momentarily startled, then quickly bowed and greeted, “Master.”

“Right now, you are merely the beginning of what killing can be…” the Bone Ancestor said, waving his hand. His expression was obscured beneath his black robe.

Mo Tong listened intently, not daring to miss a single word.

As the Bone Ancestor gazed at the determined Mo Tong before him, his thoughts drifted for a moment. It seemed as if, long ago, he had also taught other young faces with the same earnestness. They had once called him “Master” with respect and affection…

“Forgotten, forgotten… long ago forgotten,” the Bone Ancestor muttered to himself. Shaking his head, he pushed these memories out of his mind, but a faint bitterness tugged at the corners of his mouth.

The matter of Zhuo Clan Elder Zhuowu’s apprentice acceptance ceremony had been widely discussed throughout the universe during this period. Many cultivators and creatures were talking about it. However, as Zhuowu went into seclusion and withdrew from the world, the fervor surrounding the event gradually waned.

Instead, attention began shifting to the growing closeness between Zhuo Fengxie of the Zhuo Clan and Hun Yuan Jun of the Hun Clan. These two had long been sworn enemies, competing fiercely for many years and harboring mutual dissatisfaction. It was rare to see them coexisting so peacefully, walking side by side without clashing. ꞦâℕỒ₿Ěŝ

Moreover, not long ago, at Zhuowu’s apprentice acceptance ceremony, the two had accompanied Gu Changge and appeared together. This caused many factions within the immortal civilization to become more alert. They sensed that this could be a signal of something significant.

There was a growing belief that the Zhuo and Hun Clans might be putting aside their old grievances and forming an alliance once again. After all, the ancestors of these two clans shared the same origin. However, within both the Zhuo and Hun Clans, opinions on this matter were deeply divided. Many clan members were baffled by the intentions and attitudes of Zhuo Fengxie and Hun Yuan Jun, leading to ongoing speculation.

As these two figures walked outside, they increasingly came to represent certain opinions and directions within their respective clans.

The events of this period inevitably raised concerns among many, particularly among the other major factions within the immortal civilization. The Wu Clan and Gou Clan were also on high alert, suspecting that the Zhuo Clan and Hun Clan might temporarily form an alliance due to their connection with Gu Changge. If this were to happen, it could have an unimaginable impact on the entire landscape of the immortal civilization.

During this time, numerous speculations about Gu Changge circulated throughout the vast universes of the immortal civilization. Many ethnic groups felt that his arrival was not merely a casual visit but held deeper significance. Yet, throughout this period, Gu Changge seemed to remain in Gufeng Ancient City, making no public appearances. As a result, no one could decipher his true intentions or thoughts.

Within the Zhuo Clan, many elders hurried to question Zhuo Fengxie, eager to understand his intentions. However, Zhuo Fengxie revealed little, only instructing the elders to stay within the clan for the time being. Simultaneously, he began summoning many powerful figures from his lineage to return for discussions.

A similar situation was unfolding within the Hun Clan. After the apprentice acceptance ceremony ended, both Zhuo Fengxie and Hun Yuan Jun returned to their respective clan lands, awaiting Gu Changge’s next command.

Meanwhile, in Gufeng Ancient City, Mu Yan, who had recently been freed from her previous sense of crisis, still felt somewhat uneasy. Over the past few days, she had shared some of her past experiences with Gu Changge. Of course, she chose not to mention the early conflicts between her and the Eternal Protoss.

On the day of the apprentice acceptance ceremony, Li Yang hadn’t recognized her, and Mu Yan understood why. She figured that she wouldn’t have any further connection with the Eternal Protoss in the future, so she didn’t dwell on it.

Gu Changge listened to her story casually, without showing any signs of impatience. But later, as he reflected, he decided it was still necessary to help Mu Yan sever ties with her past herself. This would mark the first step in her complete transformation.

Gu Changge wanted to support Mu Yan as the new master of the immortal civilization, and to do so, he needed her to sever the last emotional ties she had. It wasn’t about proving the Dao through killing a brother—rather, how could the future master of the immortal civilization be indecisive over such trivial matters?

“I’m curious, how those elders of the Eternal Protoss came to despise you so deeply,” he mused. He picked up his teacup, blew on the rising steam, and took a sip.

At first, Mu Yan viewed Gu Changge as merely a listener. But when he asked about the Eternal Protoss, she hesitated briefly before softly explaining. In front of Gu Changge, she always felt a sense of calm.

“Because they see me as a disgrace and wish I would disappear from this world,” she said quietly.

“Oh? Then what is your relationship with the Son of the Eternal Protoss?” Gu Changge’s smile was light, but his tone carried a hint of something more. “When I saw you, it seemed that you cared about him a great deal.”

Hearing his question, Mu Yan was momentarily stunned, then an inexplicable sense of panic rose within her, as if she feared Gu Changge might misunderstand.

She quickly opened her mouth and explained in a low voice, “Don’t think too much into it; he is actually my half-brother…”

She had never shared these past experiences with anyone. Her childhood had been fraught with hardship. From as far back as she could remember, she had been following her parents as they fled, all because her mother possessed an eternal artifact. Moreover, her mother had violated the rules of the Eternal Protoss by marrying Mu Yan’s father outside the clan and giving birth to her. This was considered a disgrace to the Eternal Protoss, and it was something they intended to erase.@@novelbin@@

In addition to that, as a treasure of the Eternal Protoss, the eternal artifact could not be allowed to remain outside their control; they were determined to retrieve it. As a result, the Eternal Protoss dispatched numerous powerful figures to hunt them down. Alongside them, various strong individuals and factions that had received news of the artifact also sought to seize it for themselves, leading to a flurry of activity.

Among all the forces and powerful figures pursuing them, the only one Mu Yan distinctly remembered was Zhuo Wu from the Zhuo Clan. Back then, she was merely an incarnation, and with a single strike, Zhuo Wu had severely injured her father. This attack had caused her father to suffer a relapse of old injuries during the ensuing pursuit by many enemies, ultimately leading to his death.

After her father died, Mu Yan continued to flee with her mother. However, due to her own serious injuries, her mother could not escape for long and ultimately decided to let the Eternal Protoss capture her. Naturally, Mu Yan was taken along as well.

During that time, she was imprisoned in the Blackwater Prison of the Eternal Protoss. The prison was devoid of sunlight or moonlight, shrouded in perpetual darkness. Around her, she could hear faint sneers and the unsettling sound of bones being chewed, which left a lasting psychological scar on her during her childhood.

Fortunately, the patriarch of the Eternal Protoss, once the Son of Eternal God, was magnanimous. After discussions with many elders, her mother was not held accountable for her actions, but her status as a saintess was revoked. Moreover, according to the rules of the Eternal Protoss, the Son was required to marry the Saintess, as the union of their bloodlines could produce more powerful offspring.

As a last resort, Mu Yan’s mother married a member of the Eternal Protoss and gave birth to Li Yang. Unfortunately, due to her mother’s weakened origin, Li Yang was born with incomplete blood. Even the talent typically associated with the Eternal Protoss, the will of the Eternal God, was so diminished that it was nearly nonexistent.

The Eternal Protoss searched high and low for many gods, but their efforts proved futile. “Mother still hoped that Li Yang would become the divine son of the Eternal Protoss in the future, but that hope was ultimately shattered.” As she spoke, a bitter expression crossed Mu Yan’s face.

“And he can become the divine son in the end, and achieve his current cultivation level, it should all depend on you in the end.” Gu Changge listened quietly, his expression reflecting a timely sense of sympathy as he regarded Mu Yan.

Mu Yan glanced at him, surprised by how Gu Changge had guessed her story. Nevertheless, she nodded and said, “Later, my mother begged me to transplant my blood talent to him. After all, I only carry half the blood of the Eternal Protoss, so that talent is of no use to me…”

Although she spoke lightly, the reality of talent transplantation was far from simple. Especially when she was still quite young at the time; the procedure had nearly cost her life. The clansmen of the Eternal Protoss had not anticipated her tenacity in surviving despite the odds stacked against her. However, after losing her bloodline talent, Mu Yan found herself no different from an ordinary person. Even sensing the aura and energy in the world became extremely difficult for her.

After being expelled from the Eternal Protoss, she encountered a fortuitous event that allowed her bloodline to undergo a transformation, ultimately evolving into the eternal divine will once more.

“What a lucky, foolish girl,” Gu Changge remarked, shaking his head slightly. “Talent transplantation is a gamble between life and death. I’m surprised it was your mother who begged you for it.”

Hearing Gu Changge call her foolish, Mu Yan felt a surge of indignation and wanted to refute him, though the words caught in her throat.

But Gu Changge’s latter comment left her speechless.

“Mother must have had a hard time…” Mu Yan’s voice lowered, uncertain if she was trying to comfort herself.

Gu Changge glanced at her but said nothing further. It was not without reason that this kind-hearted girl would ultimately find herself on a path of darkness and emotional turmoil.