I Am the Fated Villain

Chapter 1411: 100,000 years of freedom, I noticed you a long time ago@@novelbin@@

“Young Master Gu won’t embarrass the Zhuo Clan. In fact, there’s no need for such vigilance.”

“From a certain perspective, what follows might even be a rare opportunity for the Zhuo Clan.”

Zhuo Fengxie stood respectfully beside Gu Changge, seemingly following his lead as he persuaded the elders of the Zhuo Clan in front of him.

Upon hearing this, all the elders of the Zhuo Clan wore expressions of bitterness. Many had ashen, pale faces, finally realizing the terrifying gap between themselves and Gu Changge.

If it weren’t for Zhuo Fengxie’s secret betrayal, which led Gu Changge to them and allowed him to wipe them out, the Zhuo Clan would still have had a substantial chance to resist.

But now, there was no hope left. Gu Changge could eliminate them all, having even captured Zhuo Shixuan’s real body from a distant time and space. Such a method was nothing short of sensational, leaving them shocked and in despair.

Even someone as powerful as Zhuo Fengxie, capable of competing with the ancestors of the Zhuo Clan, remained respectful, obeying Gu Changge’s commands.

At this moment, any resistance would likely lead to their deaths.

The elders of the Zhuo Clan, who had visited Gu Changge some time ago, exchanged bitter glances and chose to submit.

In the past era, they had been proud and arrogant, feeling invincible across numerous timelines and universes.

Yet, in the presence of a true powerhouse, life and death were merely arbitrary decisions. This realization left them feeling powerless and bitter, engulfed in a sense of helplessness.

In the eyes of the cultivators and beings of the immortal civilization, they were considered the pinnacle of existence. Yet, what difference was there between them and fish on a chopping board?

They had come this far, still believing in a bright future, and they didn’t want to die so easily.

Moreover, even Zhuo Fengxie had chosen to surrender.

“That’s only natural,” Gu Changge replied with a light smile. “I never intended to attack the Zhuo Clan. If you are wise, you can avoid unnecessary casualties.”

“It’s not easy for anyone to reach this point in their cultivation. Those who understand the current situation are true heroes; why bring disaster upon your own people for the sake of the Xi Yuan civilization?”

The Zhuo Clan had a deep heritage, with no fewer than twenty individuals comparable to the Dao realm. This was a terrifying power, far beyond what the Spiritual civilization could hope to achieve.

Every Dao realm existence was a rare resource, and Gu Changge did not wish to waste them unnecessarily.

At this time, Zhuo Fengxie continued to persuade them, saying, “Young Master is right. My Zhuo Clan’s surrender to the Xi Yuan Civilization is also a surrender to you. There’s no difference between the two. Why sacrifice your lives for the sake of the Xi Yuan civilization? Rest assured, he is benevolent and will not harm the Zhuo people.”

His words left the other elders of the Zhuo Clan momentarily confused. Zhuo Shixuan, a person who had lived for countless years, understood the importance of making a timely decision. He did not hesitate for long and, like the other elders of the Zhuo Clan, chose to surrender.

Seeing this, even the representative elders among the hardliners of the Zhuo Clan fell silent. Gu Changge did not embarrass them; after all, he planned to utilize the Zhuo Clan for his purposes. While he couldn’t win over everyone, it was also not in his interest to humiliate them unnecessarily.

Those who had cultivated to this stage had endured numerous catastrophes and tribulations, and they would not easily accept humiliation.

Those who were more conceited and resolute in character might choose to abandon their Dao fruit in an instant, unwilling to pursue perfection.

Zhuo Fengxie felt relieved to see that none of the elders acted foolishly. Deep down, he truly wished to avoid any casualties for the Zhuo Clan. It would be ideal if they could return peacefully. řаŊΟ𝐛ÊŞ

“Everyone can rest assured,” Gu Changge said with a smile. “As I mentioned before, I will not embarrass the Zhuo Clan. I will keep my promise and will not humiliate you.”

“All I ask is that you work hard for me for 100,000 years. After that, you can choose to stay or leave as you wish. I won’t force anyone.”

“If you don’t believe me, I can swear with my heart.”

Gu Changge’s words, spoken with a smile, caused all the elders, who appeared somewhat gloomy and defeated, to suddenly perk up in surprise.

Many of them appeared somewhat incredulous. One hundred thousand years might sound like a long time, but to beings like them, it was merely a flick of a finger.

In many cases, they had gone into seclusion for millions of years; these 100,000 years truly felt insignificant.

Zhuo Fengxie was also taken aback; he hadn’t expected Gu Changge to only require the Zhuo people to serve him for 100,000 years.

At that moment, many elders of the Zhuo Clan looked hopeful. It seemed that as long as they survived these 100,000 years, they would regain their freedom.

“I hope… Mr. Gu’s words are true and that he isn’t just deceiving us.”

Although Zhuo Shixuan was shocked and terrified by Gu Changge’s overwhelming strength, it didn’t mean he would endure humiliation without resistance. He chose to surrender to protect himself for the time being, planning to think of a way to escape later.

However, Gu Changge’s statement at this moment shook his earlier thoughts. After all, one hundred thousand years was just a flick of a finger for him.

He secluded himself deep in time and space to comprehend the Dao, often spending millions or even tens of millions of years in solitude.

“That’s only natural,” Gu Changge replied with a light smile.

For him, 100,000 years was more than sufficient; what would happen after that time was no longer his concern. Even after 100,000 years, the future was not solely within his contemplation.

A Dao oath? Gu Changge never took such things seriously. There was no grand oath in this world that could truly restrain him.

For the Zhuo Clan, the 100,000-year time frame provided them with hope. This arrangement also alleviated some of Gu Changge’s concerns. At least during these 100,000 years, the Zhuo Clan was less likely to cause trouble and would be considerably more compliant.

There was violent turmoil at the top of the Zhuo Clan, but this matter only spread within a small circle. For the ordinary members of the Zhuo Clan, life continued as usual, unaffected by the upheaval.

Several ancestor-level beings of the Zhuo Clan remained in seclusion, and even the elders had lost track of their whereabouts. Among them was the ancestor who founded the Zhuo Clan.

While the Zhuo Clan chose to submit to Gu Changge, the ancestors were unaware of this decision. Many elders felt a twinge of anxiety, concerned that if the ancestors discovered the situation, it could lead to turmoil and war.

However, Zhuo Fengxie reassured them, knowing the ancestors well. In their eyes, the life and death of the Zhuo Clan were far less significant than their own cultivation. This was why they had not shown themselves for hundreds of epochs.

If the Zhuo Clan faced a catastrophe within their ability to resolve, the ancestors might intervene. But if the threat exceeded their capacity, their primary concern would always be self-preservation.

In the long process of cultivation, even the direct descendants were largely absent, let alone those with thinner bloodlines. To the ancestors, the bloodline was merely a symbol. Moreover, Gu Changge’s terrifying strength was far beyond what the Zhuo Clan’s ancestors could contend with. At that point, they would most likely choose to surrender.

Meanwhile, within the Hun Clan, similar events were unfolding. Hun Yuan Jun stepped forward to unite the power of the Hun Clan. He was extremely old and one of the first ancestors of the clan. The other elders of the Hun Clan did not dare to defy his orders at all.

Compared to the Zhuo Clan, the situation on the Hun Clan’s side was much smoother. However, in the end, Gu Changge still made an appearance and required the Hun Clan to serve him for one hundred thousand years. After that period, he promised to set everyone free.

Initially, the entire Hun Clan resisted, but once Gu Changge demonstrated his terrifying strength, they ultimately chose to accept the reality of their situation.

In the past few days, turmoil had erupted between the Zhuo and Hun Clans, and the outside world was equally turbulent. The Blue Heaven Realm, which had been missing for many epochs, suddenly reappeared, and a brilliant beam of light seemed to blast open an ancient gate of heaven.

This radiant light reflected across many great universes, with divine rays raining down and illuminating countless times and spaces with brilliance and crystal clarity. The Blue Heaven Realm was an extremely mysterious secret realm, said to be a treasure house beyond the ordinary world.

Within it lay countless hidden resources, including techniques, elixirs, divine powers, natural materials, earthly treasures, and ancient crystals from divine mines—an endless bounty. The realm appeared full of splendor, as if an ancient and magnificent world was glowing.

Vaguely visible were majestic mountains, towering ancient trees, and an incomparably rich essence of life permeating the air. The news of the Blue Heaven Realm’s reappearance sent shockwaves through many great universes of the immortal civilization. Numerous ethnic groups and forces began sending their clansmen and powerful individuals to compete for the opportunities it offered.

However, there was a terrifying restriction in the Blue Heaven Realm: if one’s cultivation base was too strong, it became difficult to enter, as they would be suppressed by an overwhelming force. Involvement at the Dao Realm level could even lead to spatial disorder within the Blue Heaven Realm, causing uncontrollable disasters.

This limitation made it challenging for elder-level figures from many forces to participate; they could only linger outside. However, it created an excellent opportunity for the younger and middle-aged generations. Many cultivators and beings sought ways to get close to the Blue Heaven Realm, hoping to sneak inside and seize their chances.

In the vicinity of the Blue Heaven Realm, numerous immortal king-level existences emerged during this period, resulting in fierce battles erupting in the outer domain. Many star fields were pierced, and some cultivators witnessed several adjacent universes being shattered.

At one point, an encounter with several immortal kings disturbed a nearby terrifying star beast, which opened its mouth and directly swallowed that universe. As a result, many cultivators recognized that the area surrounding the Blue Heaven Realm had become a chaotic and uninhabited place, well-known throughout the immortal civilization.

In that place, many terrifying star beasts existed since ancient times, making even immortal kings hesitant to act recklessly. Countless other dangers lurked within. The appearance of the Blue Heaven Realm indeed presented an opportunity for many cultivators, but it also came with significant risks.

In Gufeng Ancient City, Wang He awaited news of the Blue Heaven Realm’s emergence alongside the members of the Scavengers Sect, who had not left. He was cautious, yet he couldn’t help but feel a twinge of worry about the spirit of the Book of Scavengers. Despite having advised it many times, seeing the Blue Heaven Realm truly come into being finally eased his last trace of vigilance.

“What Mu Yan wants is in the Blue Heaven Realm…” he mused. “Although the Blue Heaven Realm does not permit those whose cultivation surpasses the Dao Realm to enter, I happen to be only halfway to the Dao Realm. This makes it truly tailor-made for me.”

“It seems that the artifact spirit of the Book of Scavengers really didn’t deceive me. That Mr. Gu—if he truly cared for Mu Yan, he wouldn’t let her go alone; he would definitely accompany her.”

“Without the protection of his black-robed old servant, he shouldn’t pose a threat to me.”

Wang He reflected on the words he had shared with Mu Yan some time ago, believing they should have influenced her perspective, making her suspect Gu Changge’s intentions. Many thoughts raced through his mind.

What Wang He valued was not the treasures within the Blue Heaven Realm; after all, he possessed the Book of Scavengers and did not lack natural materials, earthly treasures, or divine weapons. According to the artifact spirit of the Book of Scavengers, Gu Changge held within him the energy substance that she needed. Once the Book of Scavengers regained some of its former power, it would greatly benefit Wang He.

With this thought in mind, Wang He did not linger for long and instructed the members of the Scavengers Sect to return to their headquarters first. He then set off alone, making his way to the location of the Blue Heaven Realm. His plan was to wait there for Mu Yan, Gu Changge, and others.

However, as Wang He approached the Blue Heaven Realm, he suddenly felt a chill run down his spine. A beautiful woman appeared before him, her face obscured by mist, clad in a golden dress that made her resemble a sun goddess. She stopped him in his tracks.

This woman was undeniably stunning, yet he could not discern her true features clearly. A faint smile played on her lips, giving her an aura of power, as if she were capable of controlling the heavens and worlds.

“The Eternal Saintess…” Wang He felt a surge of terror, disbelief washing over him. He had glimpsed this woman from a distance during the Zhouwu acceptance ceremony. At that time, her strength had seemed comparable to that of the current younger generation, at most matching the Son of the Eternal Protoss, approaching the level of the Immortal King.

However, he never expected her power to be so terrifying; it would not be an exaggeration to call it unfathomable. As someone at the half-step Dao Realm, he couldn’t entertain even the slightest thought of resistance in front of the Eternal Saintess.

“Sure enough, I found you. I noticed you during the grand ceremony,” Luo Xiang said, her tone casual and exuding a calm sense of control over everything.

Wang He hadn’t anticipated that she had already spotted him, so he could only brace himself and reply, “I wonder why the Eternal Saintess is looking for me?”

“I don’t know what method you used to confirm the news of the Blue Heaven Realm’s impending birth. However, that’s of no concern to me. I simply want you to do something for me.”

“Once the task is completed, I will grant you a benefit. If not…” Luo Xiang’s smile widened at the corners of her lips, but she left the rest unsaid.

With a flick of her slender jade hand, a stream of light suddenly shot into Wang He’s body.

“This is the mantra of rebirth. No one can unravel it except me. Don’t even think about resisting; not only are you merely a half-step Daoist, but even a true Daoist would find themselves at my mercy. With just a thought, I can decide their life or death.”