I Am the Fated Villain - Chapter 178

Chapter 178: Even the ancestor was calculated. I’ll drag him into this mess first

Puff!

In the void, blood splattered with a strong fishy smell, spreading around. No matter how angrily Yu Xuan hissed, his body and spirit were destroyed on the spot. Gu Changge acted swiftly, sending him to hell to accompany his childhood sweetheart.

“Don’t be anxious; in a moment, your clan will also come to accompany you,” he said with a light smile. But upon hearing these words, a chill ran down everyone’s spine. Evidently, he was a transcendent individual, but his methods were too powerful and cold.

“Cutting off the root of the problem? Not bad, not bad,” remarked Gu Nanshan, the Great Elder, and Gu Xian’er, who had rushed through the sky, witnessed the scene as well.

Gu Nanshan couldn’t help but smile with relief. “Only my Gu family’s young master could devise such tactics. Anyone who dares to offend the Gu family will have its entire clan eliminated.”

Although he spoke those words on the surface, deep down, his heart almost felt as if it had been crumpled into a used tissue. The Ancient Immortal Gu Family’s motive had always been not to provoke others actively in the name of justice.

However, if someone dared to stroke the tiger’s whiskers, they would be struck like thunderbolts. Gu Changge’s tactics today seemed manageable to him. The only concern was Gu Changge’s cold demeanor; he was so indifferent and decisive that while it would be fine if he were a sharp blade, letting him take charge of the power and rule the Gu family might not be the best choice.

But facing Gu Xian’er, what else could he say? He could only feign praise for Gu Changge and express sentiments that contradicted his true feelings, leaving Gu Nanshan somewhat awkward.

“The ancestor is correct. This feathered clan is indeed to blame. If they hadn’t gone to such extremes, today’s consequences wouldn’t have occurred.”

“But they’re also foolish. They fell for Gu Changge’s plan. Otherwise, Gu Changge wouldn’t have had an excuse to attack them.”

Hearing this, Gu Xian’er also nodded, approval evident in her eyes.

After all, the powerhouses of the feathered clan had also attacked her then. Gu Changge had implicated her in this matter, bringing misfortune upon her. She would never forget this debt.

There was a dead silence. Even the vast and magnificent city ahead was eerily quiet, with no creature daring to make a sound. Gu Changge stood in the void with his hands behind his back, resembling a young immortal emperor surveying the world indifferently. His formidable prowess stunned everyone in the feathered clan and sent chills down the spines of nearby cultivators and creatures who watched on.

By slaying their young master in front of the entire feathered clan, he instilled fear that no clan member dared to show themselves. This immense deterrent force caused many cultivators of Dao Heritages to tremble in fear. He was the youngest generation’s most powerful individual, overseeing an entire ancient immortal clan single-handedly.

“Young master, since they aren’t coming out, why don’t we obliterate them?” respectfully suggested Lu Yu, the golden-armored middle-aged man from the Divine Sect of the Absolute Beginning, a quasi-sacred realm cultivator.

Today, the Feathered clan had to explain—submit or face extermination. Resistance would only hasten their demise.

“A turtle with a shriveled head is unacceptable,” agreed Gu Changge with a light smile. At present, their fate lay entirely within his control. Dispatching them too quickly would not create a sufficient deterrent effect.

In his estimation, the Feathered clan would likely attempt to contact the Immortal Ancient Dragon clan, seeking their support. However, the immortal dragon clan was not easily swayed; they would not hastily sever ties with numerous Dao heritages outside the world. Both sides were engaged in a delicate dance of testing each other’s resolve.

So the Immortal Ancient Dragon tribe is now only inclined to prolong the situation rather than choose to stand up for the Feathered tribe to support justice. Caught in the middle, the Feathered clan had no choice. They must either submit or be crushed into ruins by Gu Changge, who leads the Divine Sect of the Absolute Beginning and the Ancient Immortal Gu Family.

“I am giving you a chance: either surrender or face death today,” declared Gu Changge, hands behind his back as he exerted pressure on the vast divine mountain city below. His words were delivered with unquestionable indifference, sending shivers down everyone’s spines.

Only at this moment did the young supreme beings realize the vast disparity between Gu Changge and themselves. Though they were of the same generation, the power gap was insurmountable. They fell silent, Ye Langtian, Wang Wushuang, and the others stunned into speechlessness.

“Gu Changge, don’t deceive people too much! Even if all our lives are sacrificed today, you won’t succeed,” erupted angry voices from the land of the Feathered clan. Several figures glared fiercely at Gu Changge, their gazes filled with murderous intent.

Several strong members of the Feathered clan were gathered in a palace, including a middle-aged man in a golden robe and a purple gold crown, his face majestic and grim. He was the contemporary patriarch of the Feathered clan, Yu Wudi. From his name, one could sense his indomitable spirit. Now, his cultivation had reached the peak of the sacred realm, and his eyes flashed with cold determination.

“This kid from the Gu family is simply bullying too much. Does he think our Feathered clan is so easily bullied? He truly believes he can destroy my clan with this meager force. He is deluded!” Yu Wudi’s expression was dark.

“How dare he underestimate our clan to such an extent! Little Xuan!” Beside him, an older man, a clan elder of Yu Xuan’s lineage, was overcome with grief.

Watching Yu Xuan die at the hands of Gu Changge left them feeling utterly powerless, unable even to intervene. The humiliation they felt was incomparable, fueling a rage that was difficult to contain. It threatened to drive them to madness. However, the Dragon Clan had yet to provide them with a response. Until they did, the Feathered clan dared not confront Gu Changge directly, nor were they willing to declare outright war.

The depths of power wielded by the Ancient Immortal Gu Family and the Immortal Divine Sect were terrifying beyond imagination. What they witnessed was merely the tip of the iceberg, unable to grasp the full extent of their ancient might. Even other immortal sects and dao heritages were envious and wary of them.

“The Dragon Clan has yet to respond; it seems they want our clan to test Gu Changge’s methods! This is a conspiracy!” declared a clan elder, his expression icy with anger.

The Divine Sect of the Absolute Beginning had been encamped outside their territory for more than a day, yet the Dragon Clan remained silent. This silence spoke volumes about the Dragon Clan’s stance.

“Summon the old ancestor! Without their intervention, today may not end well,” urged a man with a grave expression, his sentiment echoed by everyone.

Soon, a figure with a solemn countenance hurried into the depths of the clan. Only a significant event would prompt someone to seek the presence of the old ancestor. In every clan, the old ancestor was a trump card-like figure, revered and rarely disturbed, as their appearance often came at the cost of their waning life force due to old age.

The Feathered clan was weighed down with heavy hearts, never expecting to face such a dire crisis. And all of this had been brought about by a young man!

“Your lives are sacrificed? Oh, I hope you can maintain that resolve a bit longer,” Gu Changge’s voice echoed from high, a faint smile still gracing his lips. But as his words trailed off, he made a decisive gesture. Simultaneously, he stepped forward from the void, advancing with purpose.

Buzz!

A powerful fluctuation rippled through the space, followed by a sharp sound reverberating as the very fabric of space trembled, emitting a horrifying resonance.

His finger acted as a sword, descending like a celestial blade.

As the sword slashed down, a vast galaxy of sword energy cascaded forth, its aura enveloping the heavens and sweeping toward the ground. The immortal ancient divine mountain and city ahead quaked in response.

“Damn it!” exclaimed many members of the Feathered Clan, their faces turning pale as they witnessed the unexpected attack from Gu Changge. The sheer strength displayed left them incredulous. It was speculated that the terrifying power of this sword energy could annihilate beings even at the true god realm or heavenly god realm in an instant.

They were utterly shocked.

Although Gu Changge had been injured previously, it was evident that he had since recovered, and his cultivation had only grown stronger. His past injuries seemed more like a catalyst for his further advancement.

Many young Supremes wore complex expressions, realizing they had no hope of competing against Gu Changge. Faced with such a monstrous opponent, only true emperors of ancient beings stood a chance, or so they believed.

“Attack!” Gu Changge led the charge, followed by the immortal armored soldiers of the Ancient Immortal Gu Family and numerous powerhouses from the Divine Sect of the Absolute Beginning. Their resounding shouts pierced the sky as they surged towards the city ahead.

Instantly, a cataclysmic war erupted, shaking the foundations of existence.

Boom! Many ancient warships descended from the skies, adorned with flickering runes and emanating a terrifying aura that swept down, reducing peaks and buildings to ashes. Though everyone was at a safe distance, they still felt the seismic waves of destruction.

“The war has begun! Young Master Changge’s power is unparalleled; does he truly intend to eradicate the entire Feathered clan?” murmured one observer.

“His arrogance knows no bounds; he completely disregards the Feathered clan!” another exclaimed.

“Where does Gu Changge’s confidence stem from to challenge the entire Feathered clan? After all, they possess supreme weapons!” pondered many, their hearts gripped with fear.

Speculation ran rampant among the onlookers, with some believing Gu Changge possessed a formidable trump card or that a powerful ally lurked in the shadows, yet to reveal themselves.

The sword energy in the air resembled the vast expanse of the starry sky, each strand capable of obliterating celestial bodies. Its sharpness was interwoven with ultimate attacking power, suppressing many members of the Feathered clan.

Terrifying energy beams converged, resembling a galaxy descending upon the battlefield, where ancient warships filled the sky.

Boom! The ancient formations etched into the ground erupted with murderous intent, resulting in a cataclysmic explosion akin to the collapse of a galaxy. The sacred mountain trembled, the ground fractured, ancient trees fell, and some hills disintegrated into dust.

Whoosh whoosh! Gu Changge, accompanied by his immortal armored soldiers, advanced with an air of indifference. His gaze was that of an unrivaled demon king, wielding divine powers like a rain of light, reducing countless Feathered creatures to ashes in his wake.

“At this juncture, it’s more beneficial to draw that individual into this…” Despite Gu Changge seemingly advancing into the heart of the Feathered clan, his attention remained fixed on the scene unfolding in the sky. He could sense Gu Xian’er’s presence. If she was hiding there, it was sure that the Great Elder and the ancestor of the Gu Family were also present. Gu Changge harbored no doubts regarding this.

To him, the ongoing slaughter held little significance. Gu Changge’s objective was to unsettle the Feathered clan, shaking the tiger by hitting the mountain. His thoughts revolved around how to draw the ancestor of the Gu family into the fray. This was Gu Changge’s ultimate goal. The presence of the Gu family’s ancestor would demonstrate the family’s unwavering stance and serve as the most effective deterrent to subjugating other clans.

Gu Changge was well aware that the ancestor who came to the Ancient Immortal Continent wasn’t there to support him; Gu Xian’er’s presence indicated she had come to hold him accountable. He had seen through it all. From the moment the old ancestor arrived in the Immortal Ancient Continent, Gu Changge had already devised a plan, fully expecting that the old ancestor wouldn’t readily assist him and might even reprimand him. Naturally, Gu Changge had prepared countermeasures.

Hence, Gu Changge’s actions appeared even bolder in the eyes of onlookers. Amidst the rumbling chaos, the void behind him bloomed with radiant energy—a vast expanse of space. Golden light surged forth, revealing an array of sharp-edged weapons: axes, hooks, forks, and treasure stoves. Each exuded a terrifying murderous aura, their might emanating with overwhelming force.

It was the divine weapon collection!

Gu Changge unleashed the divine power stored within the collection of divine weapons. They surged forth, accompanied by dazzling rays of light, piercing through everything in their path and striking down many of the Feathered clan’s formidable powerhouses. His destination was the Feathered clan’s main palace, where he prepared to confront their top leaders.

“Is he planning to breach the palace alone?” Gu Nanshan frowned as he observed from the sky. Did he catch a glimpse of a smile on Gu Changge’s lips when he glanced up moments ago? What did that signify? Did Gu Changge somehow know he was concealed here? Gu Nanshan couldn’t decipher the intentions behind Gu Changge’s smile, feeling a sense of unease.

“What’s amiss? Did I misinterpret something, or am I overthinking?” Gu Nanshan grew increasingly perplexed. Despite his significantly higher cultivation than Gu Changge, he couldn’t fathom how Gu Changge could be aware of his presence there. And indeed, Gu Changge was unaware of his presence as well.

Due to his Dao’s bones, Gu Changge could vaguely sense Gu Xian’er’s position. Seeing that Gu Changge had already reached the heart of the Feathered clan, numerous immortal soldiers hovered in the void, their sharp edges emitting a daunting aura. Even gods would find themselves vulnerable in the face of such formidable weapons.

Witnessing the abundance of divine weapons, each pulsating with an astonishing divine aura, the onlookers were shocked and stunned by their sheer number.

In front of Gu Changge, any young beings who dared block his path were swiftly dispatched, their bodies and spirits obliterated instantly.

Amidst the chaos, in the depths of the Feathered clan, the magnificent city made of jasperites began to collapse under the onslaught of the surging light from the ancient warships, disintegrating before it could even put up a semblance.

“Oh my god, that damn Gu Changge!” cried out the feathered individuals with wings on their backs, their voices filled with terror and despair. “Please awaken, ancestors!”

In the face of Gu Changge, there was no semblance of resistance; they all perished instantly! The once-magnificent city walls, akin to mountains, and the towering city towers, resembling heavenly palaces, now crumbled like sand before the onslaught of the Divine Sect of the Absolute Beginning and the Gu Family’s Immortal Armored Soldiers descending like a torrent from the sky.

The city walls shattered, cracked, and collapsed, reduced to ash. Deep within the palace, panic reigned among the elders and clan members. The city, engraved with ancient formations from a bygone era, erupted into chaos.

“Your people have no means of escape; they face only death, denied even the solace of reincarnation. Is this the outcome you desire?” Gu Changge remarked casually, standing alone without anyone at his back. While war raged in other regions, the feathered clansmen before him paled in terror, frozen in place, even several quasi-sacred realm elders among them. This was highly unusual!

Though Gu Changge’s strength merely reached the False God Realm, he dared to venture here alone. Was Gu Changge foolish? Far from it—he possessed a cunning akin to a demon’s. Would someone as astute as Gu Changge venture forth without assurance?

Thus, they remained cautious, cold sweat trickling down their backs, wary of any potent techniques or hidden trump cards Gu Changge might possess.

“Now, you have two choices: surrender or perish,” Gu Changge reiterated with a light smile. He was well aware that many forces were now observing their every move.

“Gu Changge, if you have any tricks up your sleeve, just use them! Today if…” A powerhouse of the Feathered clan glared at Gu Changge, his words cut short by a ray of sword light piercing through his forehead, instantly obliterating his body and spirit.

“Don’t mistake my leniency for weakness. Consider this your chance; I won’t be so merciful next time,” Gu Changge’s expression remained unchanged as he addressed the trembling members of the Feathered clan before him.

A horrifying sword aura emanated in his hand, capable of rending the universe asunder with a single stroke. Behind them loomed the main hall of the Feathered clan, where numerous senior elders, including clan chief Yu Wudi, stood with gloomy and enraged expressions, yet none dared to move against Gu Changge.

Sighing softly, Gu Changge remarked, “Even after all I’ve done, you still cower in fear. Truly, you are hopeless cowards.”

“Gu Changge, your misdeeds will catch up with you eventually! You will not escape unscathed!” one clan elder seethed, his aura surging as he anticipated a sudden attack from Gu Changge.

“Misdeeds? Your clan sought to eliminate me to curry favor with the Immortal Ancient Dragon Clan. I merely turned the tables by chance. How dare you frame me now?” Gu Changge retorted casually before the group of Quasi-Sacred and Sacred Realm beings. Despite their imposing pressure, it scarcely fazed him.

Such words were redundant; everyone present was well aware of the truth.

“Shameless!” Many clan elders seethed with anger at Gu Changge’s audacity, their hatred boiling over to the point of considering killing a junior—a notion previously unthinkable.

“Cease! There’s something peculiar about this individual…” Yu Wudi’s expression darkened as he pulled aside a clan elder. Confronted with a group of Sacred Realm powerhouses, ordinary young cultivators would have been speechless. How could Gu Changge continue to converse and jest so casually?

This scene sent shivers down their spines and astonished many cultivators observing from afar. Gu Changge indeed possessed unparalleled audacity.

“After cultivating for hundreds of thousands of years, how do you cower like dogs, afraid to even lift a finger against me?” Gu Changge remarked with a light smile. “Either take action yourselves or put an end to your own lives, sparing me the trouble.”

His gaze drifted toward the battlefield, where the Divine Sect of the Absolute Beginning and the Immortal Armored Soldiers waged a relentless and overwhelmingly destructive war. The Feathered clan offered no resistance, wholly outmatched.

“Don’t allow him to succeed; have you forgotten what happened to Yu Jing?” Gu Changge’s words stoked the anger of many clan elders, their faces flushed with humiliation. However, their clan chief, Yu Wudi, remained composed and restrained them, injecting a dose of rationality into the situation.

His words acted like a chilling wake-up call, extinguishing their rage and leaving them feeling cold and uneasy. How familiar was this tactic? Gu Changge would provoke them, justifying a slaughter. He was indeed ruthless! Cold sweat dampened their backs.

“I never expected you all to be so cowardly…” Gu Changge’s lips curled into a strange smile. However, despite his taunts, the powerhouses of the Feathered clan seethed with anger but dared not make a move against him.

Gu Changge himself was taken aback. He had only acted this way to draw the Gu family’s ancestors into the conflict, forcing him to intervene.

Gu Changge hadn’t anticipated the extent of the Feathered clan’s timidity, leaving him with a headache. He took a direct approach, wearing a look of resignation as he gazed up into the sky.

“Old ancestors, this situation has become rather tedious. I’ll leave the rest to you,” he declared calmly, a mysterious glint flashing before returning to his usual demeanor.

The impact of Gu Changge’s words reverberated throughout the high space, leaving all cultivators and creatures stunned; their eyes widened in disbelief. What did he mean by “ancestor”? Was a hidden ancestor of the Gu family lurking in the shadows, empowering Gu Changge with fearlessness? Many speculated, their thoughts racing as they attempted to make sense of the situation.

Following Gu Changge’s gaze, they found nothing but a blurry expanse, unable to discern any figures. However, given the stature of an ancestor of the Gu family, it was unlikely they could be perceived by ordinary cultivators, even if they were present.

Meanwhile, the Great Elder and Gu Xian’er, concealed in the sky, were equally astonished. They had yet to anticipate Gu Changge’s agreement with Gu Nanshan beforehand. Gu Xian’er found herself taken aback, realizing that the ancestor of their lineage must share a strong rapport with Gu Changge for him to make such a statement. This insight left her pondering the depth of their relationship.

If there was animosity between them, why would Gu Changge suddenly make such a statement at this critical juncture? The realization that they were aligned in the same group, with the ancestor keeping her in the dark, solidified Gu Xian’er’s suspicions. There was undoubtedly an undisclosed secret surrounding Gu Changge.

“This cunning rascal…” Gu Nanshan muttered, his mouth dropping the dry grass he had been chewing on. He was utterly stupefied. He never imagined that Gu Changge would pinpoint his exact location and utter such perplexing words. Prior to this, he had never encountered Gu Changge, let alone conversed with him. It left Gu Nanshan completely confounded by Gu Changge’s unexpected actions.

Feeling thoroughly deceived, Gu Nanshan’s complexion darkened his desire to throttle Gu Changge bubbling to the surface. However, he was unable to betray his true feelings at this moment.