I Am the Fated Villain - Chapter 185

Chapter 185: What is the so-called fairness?

Puff!

The sword’s light pierced through his front and back, accompanied by a dazzling spray of blood. Suddenly, a peculiar chanting reverberated through the sky. The path of Dao manifested its simplicity as golden lotuses blossomed in the void while an endless chorus of Dao sounds filled the air.

Divine energy surged, and a fragrant aroma permeated the heavens. Each droplet of blood appeared crystalline, akin to the blood of ancient gods, luminous and enigmatic, capable of reflecting entire small worlds.

Witnessing this spectacle, everyone was astonished, never expecting Gu Changge to take such drastic action. Self-harm? Had he truly broken his own body? Many cultivators found themselves perplexed by Gu Changge’s cryptic words.

“Return bone? What bone? Could it be that Gu Changge extracted his bones?” Confusion rippled through the crowd.

Even the Sea King Palace commander froze in disbelief, his mocking expression frozen on his face.

“Gu Changge…” Gu Xian’er’s voice quivered, her beautiful eyes widening in shock. Gripping the edges of her skirt tightly, her heart raced. She had anticipated Gu Changge revealing the truth of the past, but his actions proved far more ruthless than she had imagined.

As if struck dumb, she watched with a gaping mouth, unable to find words amidst the turmoil of her thoughts.

“I never expected this! He removed his sister’s Dao bone…”

“This man is ruthless! He didn’t hesitate for a moment. It seems he foresaw all of this…”

Supreme powers who were privy to the Gu family’s secrets from years past felt a pang of sorrow, sensing a potent threat from such a young cultivator as Gu Changge. It was a mix of fear and apprehension that gripped them tightly.

“Gu Changge went through digging up Dao’s bone and returning it to his sister. I never expected him actually to do it. If he knew what would unfold, why did he take such action in the first place?”

“But it’s a good thing that he spoke up. The shame brought upon our family by Xian’er was merely fueled by rumors. What’s the big deal? Even if we consider the entire upper realm, no one will dare accuse me of neglecting my parents’ shortcomings!”

Gu Nanshan sighed, his gaze softening as he looked at Gu Changge. Even he began to feel that there was truth in Gu Xian’er’s suspicions; they had indeed been concealing something.

Amid these thoughts, Gu Changge’s words echoed in the sky, his declaration ringing clear. He was not embellishing or distorting the truth; he was simply and honestly confessing everything.

After all, secrets couldn’t remain hidden forever. Sooner or later, the truth would surface, especially if he was compelled to reveal it. It was better to come clean voluntarily. With the initiative in his hands, he could maintain control.

And who’s to say that this revelation would have a profoundly negative impact on him? Gu Changge continued to speak.

“This Dao’s bone originally belonged to Xian’er. When our parents were absent during her youth, I seized the opportunity to unearth it, leading to Xian’er’s wandering for over a decade…”

“I am deeply ashamed of my actions towards her. Today, in front of the world, I will right this wrong.”

His expression remained composed, his voice steady, but a peculiar gleam flickered in his eyes. The sword’s light persisted, resounding with each strike.

At the site of the wound, splendid brilliance interwove, with dazzling runes appearing one after another, pulsating with energy. Clear as crystal yet shrouded in mystery, vast and divine.

As Gu Changge spoke, a long-hidden secret from the past emerged into the light, laid bare for all to see.

“So there’s a hidden secret between Gu Xian’er and Gu Changge…”

“It’s incredible, almost unbelievable.”

“If Gu Changge had not revealed it, we would have never known. The rumors about Gu Xian’er being a young supreme turned out to be true! And to think, Gu Xian’er had her Dao’s bone dug up by her cousin…”

“Yeah, she’s endured far more than any young girl should have to endure! Gu Changge’s actions were truly unforgivable!”

“She could have been the pride of the Ancient Immortal Gu family, but instead, she’s spent years in exile, experiencing the world’s joys and sorrows…”

In the past, many young women had envied Gu Xian’er, thinking how fortunate she was to have a brother like Gu Changge to protect her. But none of them could have imagined the tragic circumstances she had endured.

Now that Gu Changge had confessed everything, was he planning to make it up to Gu Xian’er? Everyone was stunned, regardless of age, gender, or race. Even those who were privy to the secret years ago were silent. Gu Changge’s voluntary confession had exceeded their expectations.

To admit to such wrongdoing and to personally undergo such extreme measures to make amends for his sister was both admirable and chilling. The concept of being rugged on others and tough on oneself was brought to life in a way that made them shudder.

However, this was ultimately a private matter within the Ancient Immortal Gu family, and how they chose to resolve it was their affair. But after today, Gu Changge’s reputation and prestige would likely suffer a significant blow.

As the brightest star of the younger generation, Gu Changge was previously seen as flawless, his strength reaching the level of taboo for his age. If there had been one word to describe him before, it would have been ‘perfect’!

But now, even the most perfect of men had indelible stains. How old was Gu Changge when he committed such an inhumane act ten years ago? The question lingered, casting a shadow over his once impeccable image.

Today’s godlike, aloof facade belied a heart of cruelty. Even if Gu Changge tried his utmost to atone for his actions now, attempting to assuage his guilt towards Gu Xian’er, the stain would be challenging to erase. It would haunt Gu Changge for the rest of his days.

Many arrogant girls who once idolized Gu Changge now felt as though their world had crumbled, their vision tainted. In their eyes, Gu Changge had been perfect, akin to a divine jade, unmatched in his brilliance. How could he have committed such a deed?

“Impossible, none of this can be true. It’s all a lie…” They murmured to themselves, struggling to accept the reality before them.

“Gu Changge, let’s not dwell on the past… what happened that year is already behind us,” Gu Xian’er finally regained her composure after being stunned for so long. Her voice was cold yet tinged with an unmistakable tremor. Her eyes welled with tears, revealing the complexity of her emotions as she struggled to maintain calm.

Her mind was in turmoil, buzzing with countless thoughts swirling like flies. How could she possibly remain calm in such a situation?

“Since I dared to do it, there’s nothing I won’t admit to. I’ve used this bone for so many years. It’s time to return it to you,” Gu Changge replied calmly, his gaze fixed on her.

“Stop, Gu Changge! I already have a new bone. You don’t need to return it to me!” Gu Xian’er’s voice trembled as she struggled to restrain herself. She attempted to halt Gu Changge’s intentions.

Back then, in front of the Heavenly Dao Immortal Palace gate, Gu Changge had been stabbed by her, nearly losing his life. Even his Dao bone had been on the verge of shattering. From Gu Xian’er’s perspective, their grievances had been almost resolved then.

Gu Changge’s desire to return her Dao’s bone caught her completely off guard. She didn’t want him to go through with it, feeling that it was unnecessary. The past grievances between them had already been settled.

Boom!

But Gu Changge was quicker than her, and there was no stopping him at this point.

Puff!

The blood was even more blinding now as he pierced through his wound. The blood dripped down his palm, rich with divine energy, swirling amidst the radiant divine light. Suddenly, Gu Changge’s face paled, a furrow appearing between his brows as he forcefully tore something out.

A burst of multicolored light erupted from his palm.

Buzz!!!

The heavens and earth quaked as a stunning crystal bone emerged, emanating a strange Dao resonance that intertwined with the aura of all the cultivators present.

“This is the bone! What incredible talent! It can influence the power of heaven and earth. I can scarcely imagine!”

“The Dao bone! Gu Changge has been harnessing this divine talent all along. No wonder he’s so formidable. And this bone belongs to Gu Xian’er…”

The faces of many cultivators contorted in awe as they felt the overwhelming surge of the Great Dao. Even their own Dao began to respond, hinting at a vague breakthrough.

What did this signify?

This Dao bone could aid in their cultivation and manipulate the laws of heaven and earth.

“No wonder Gu Changge is so formidable. He’s been utilizing his sister’s Dao bone all this time, But he’s a deceitful thief. After today’s return of the bone to his sister, he’ll never be celebrated again!”

“I could even become powerful with a Dao bone like this!”

“The power of this Dao bone is staggering. It’s no wonder he made that choice initially, and now, he’s been forced to rectify it. The young taboo has relied on his sister’s Dao bone all along…”

In the shadows, a younger generation seethed with secret excitement, their jealousy of Gu Changge palpable. They couldn’t help but feel a surge of anticipation, believing that the Dao bone he had excavated would undoubtedly diminish his strength and battle prowess. This was their opportunity to ascend!

Yet, formidable figures were lurking in the shadows, their eyes ablaze as they focused on the Dao’s bone. They could sense the potent power concealed within it. If they could decipher its inherent patterns and enigmatic runes, their cultivation would undoubtedly experience a significant breakthrough.

“Those who seek to claim this Dao bone can certainly try,” Gu Changge remarked, his expression ethereal despite his faint and pallid appearance. Clutching the Dao bone in his hand, he maintained a serene smile, his demeanor undiminished and transcendent.

The stark contrast of the bright red stains against his white attire was startling. Many women couldn’t bear to witness the scene, their hearts fluttering before they averted their gazes.

The vast multitude of Sea King Palace creatures stood silently, their presence immense and imposing. Even they couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe and fear towards Gu Changge’s ruthless nature.

Before him, the Commander of Hao Miao turned pale, completely caught off guard by Gu Changge’s actions. He had initially considered exploiting this situation to coerce Gu Changge, but the young man’s response left him trembling with an inexplicable chill running down his spine.

This wasn’t the behavior of an ordinary individual. This young man was genuinely terrifying!

“This Dao bone, I shall return it to you now,” Gu Changge declared with a smile, the Dao’s bone enveloped in countless runes as it descended towards Gu Xian’er.

“Gu Changge…”

Gu Xian’er’s fingers trembled slightly as she caught the Dao bone, still stained with Gu Changge’s blood. Yet, she found herself frozen in place, unable to find the words to express her thoughts.

Gu Changge’s sudden actions had left her utterly bewildered. She hadn’t expected him to excavate the Dao bone truly, and the familiar aura it emitted only added to her confusion. This was the Dao bone that had once resided within her, bearing various innate runes uniquely hers—a testament to her formidable talent.

Her driving force in cultivation had been to defeat Gu Changge and reclaim everything that rightfully belonged to her. But she had yet to achieve victory over him. Instead, Gu Changge returned everything to her voluntarily, leaving Gu Xian’er feeling adrift and as if she had lost her purpose.

Her hatred towards Gu Changge had long since dissipated, replaced by a chaos of complex emotions that she couldn’t fully grasp.

“There are some things that are not meant for you to covet,” Gu Changge’s voice echoed faintly, causing Gu Xian’er to lift her gaze to meet his.

An inexplicable sense of calm washed over her heart. Gu Changge may have carried an air of deceit and intrigue, but he was also the only one who had treated her with such kindness.

“Not good…” Gu Changge’s words sent a chill down the spines of many cultivators lurking in the shadows who had been eyeing the Dao’s bone. It felt as though they were suddenly targeted by some terrifying entity, a bone-chilling sensation enveloping them.

An aura of awe-inspiring coldness pervaded the heavens!

Gu Changge intended to remind those who dared to covet the Dao bone that his strength remained undiminished even without it. The message was clear: his deterrence factor must stay strong. Otherwise, it would only invite more trouble from those foolish enough to seek their demise.

Buzz!!!

His gaze swept over the building, divine light emanating from his eyes. Black and white runes converged, clanging together before slashing through the void with terrifying speed. The void quivered as if nothing more than a torn piece of paper.

It was as if a supreme immortal sword had been unsheathed, its intent capable of rending the heavens. The sheer velocity of the attack sent shivers down the spines of all who witnessed it.

Many felt they were delving into the profound mysteries of ancient times as if six enigmatic ancient wells had emerged. From these wells, the sword light burst forth, connecting with another realm amidst the divine light’s concealment.

“Ahhhhhh!!!”

A terrified scream pierced the air. Within the building, cultivators who had harbored covetous gazes towards Gu Xian’er and the Dao’s bone now wore expressions of fear and desperation. They attempted to defend themselves, but the sword energy was too swift, piercing through time and space.

The sword light swept across their brows, leaving behind only piles of lifeless bones, their spirits obliterated in an instant. A gust of wind blew, reducing the once-prominent figures to naught but ashes.

“Hiss! Gu Changge’s strength remains formidable!”

“He’s truly terrifying. With just a single glance, he’s able to slay them all. The tactics of the Gu family’s young master are far more than just the Dao bone!”

“The young taboo must not be underestimated!”

This harrowing scene sent shivers down the spines of all who beheld it as a stark reminder of the consequences of entertaining thoughts that should never be dared.

“I strongly advise you to abandon any futile and unnecessary thoughts. You still have a long journey ahead unless you wish to engage in actions you’ll come to regret,” Gu Changge’s voice echoed, his tone indifferent yet commanding.

“Xian’er has endured enough suffering over the years. As her elder brother, I will make amends. I won’t trouble you all with this matter. But should anyone dare to interfere in my family’s private affairs, they will meet the same fate as this group of individuals.”

Gu Changge’s gaze swept over the surroundings, his words carrying an air of finality. Despite his weakened appearance, his presence was undeniably imposing, sending a clear message to all who beheld him.

No one dared to meet his eyes; even the most esteemed cultivators from various sects and lineages remained silent. Gu Changge had personally addressed the past events and even went so far as to unearth and return his sister’s bones, leaving no room for hate from Gu Xian’er’s side.

Now, with his formidable strength, a sense of trepidation gripped the hearts of all present. The private matters of the Gu family were not to be trifled with.

Even Commander Hao Miao of the Sea King Palace, who stood before him, couldn’t help but take a step back, his expression changing abruptly.

“Since the Sea King Palace seeks justice today, allow me to provide it,” Gu Changge’s lips curled into a meaningful smile. His injuries were swiftly healing, divine light radiating from his blood as it connected with the torn bones, rapidly repairing them.

Like a vast and flourishing galaxy, a powerful aura of life surged forth.

At that moment, a prompt from the system rang in Gu Changge’s mind.

“Ding, you have resolved the grudge of Gu Xian’er, the Daughter of Qi Luck, and gained 8,000 Qi Luck points and 40,000

But Gu Changge remained unfazed. This outcome was well within his expectations. With Gu Xian’er’s grudge now resolved, he was one step closer to achieving his ultimate goal. And today’s events had provided him with an unexpected sense of satisfaction.

“Xian’er is a genius of my Ancient Immortal Gu family. In my view, what the Sea King Palace has done today is a provocation to my family,” Gu Changge remarked, his tone casual as he turned to address the unseen figures.

“Old ancestor, what are your thoughts?” he continued, his smile breezy and unaffected, not indicating his recent ordeal.

To the onlookers, it was as if the individual who had just extracted his bone was not Gu Changge himself.

“Throughout the years, Gu Changge has been utilizing Gu Xian’er’s Dao bone, keeping his true abilities concealed from the world…” murmured some observers in the shadows, their expressions reflecting a mix of astonishment and realization.

“It means that Gu Changge possesses another formidable means… That aura just now seemed to involve the laws of reincarnation…” speculated others, their voices hushed with awe.

Suddenly, the commander of the Sea King Palace’s expression shifted dramatically as he heard Gu Changge’s words. Without hesitation, he reached for the Sea King’s decree, his actions swift and decisive.

Buzz!!!

As the Sea King’s decree materialized, its immense size and formidable aura dominated the surroundings. The word ‘kill’ emblazoned upon it shone like a miniature golden sun, casting its radiance across the sky.

“My king, please protect us!” the commander exclaimed, his voice tinged with desperation as he continued to shout while prostrating himself before the golden decree.

Witnessing this scene, shock rippled through the onlookers. Suspended in the air, the commander’s head was the imposing golden decree, radiating the aura of a supreme being. Divine chains of runes intertwined around it, reaching toward the heavens and causing the fabric of space to tremble.

Faintly, it seemed as though the presence of a supreme being was about to descend upon the scene.

“Humph! You are courting death!” a cold snort echoed through the air, heralding the arrival of a dark-faced old man in the void.

It was none other than Gu Nanshan.

“Today, none of you shall leave this place!” he declared icily, his gaze sweeping over the golden decree indifferently.

The tens of thousands of sea creatures trembled in terror, feeling like they were facing an unstoppable force. Overwhelmed, they dropped to their knees, their legs giving way beneath them as they collapsed to the ground.

The atmosphere grew tense as numerous elders, including those from the Heavenly Dao Immortal Palace and even old ancestors perturbed by the aura of the Great Sacred realm, displayed subtle changes in their expressions. Gu Nanshan’s current strength appeared to rival that of Gu Changge himself.

Wasting no time, Gu Nanshan launched his attack. With a turn of his palm, the stars seemed to shatter, unleashing a terrifying might that shook the heavens and the earth. A dark veil descended, causing the celestial bodies to tremble as if on the brink of collapse.

Suddenly, an enormous palm descended from the sky, bearing down upon the sea creatures with overwhelming force. Warships and flying boats disintegrated under its pressure, reduced to a mere powder that vanished in an instant.

“The Gu family’s ancestors have taken action!”

“It’s astounding. Their intentions are clear. The Ancient Immortal Gu family aims to eradicate the entire Sea Clan contingent here!”

Horror swept through all present as they felt the indomitable aura pervading the heavens.

Boom!

A terrifying spectacle unfolded as the palm struck. The sky quaked, the earth trembled, and an endless sea of blood surged, with immortal corpses bobbing up and down. With a loud ‘puff,’ every sea creature beneath the palm met its demise, their bodies crushed and spirits obliterated. Ancient warships shattered, leaving nothing but destruction in their wake.

“The Gu family’s tyranny knows no bounds! Do they seek to oppress the younger generation with their elder’s might?” boomed an enraged and commanding voice.

A sea dragon, crafted from dark immortal gold, unfurled its wings and ascended, bursting forth from the golden decree. The void tore open like a ripped piece of paper under its emergence.

Its eyes blazed like two miniature suns while its body was engulfed in black divine fire, emitting a radiant light capable of consuming all in its path. Perched upon its back was a formidable and indistinct figure adorned with an immortal gold crown and wielding an imperial sword.

“My king, aid me!” pleaded the commander, his desperation giving way to a glimmer of hope.

With a resounding roar, the sea dragon descended, carrying the figure of the Sea King atop its back. His eyes gleamed with cold determination, his power emanating with unmatched might as he prepared to charge towards Gu Nanshan.

“The Sea King Palace has no authority to act presumptuously in the presence of the Gu family!” Gu Nanshan’s expression remained indifferent as he swiftly moved to obliterate the golden decree. He focused his attention on the commander, swiftly dispatching him with his supreme supernatural power.

“No…” the commander’s cries of despair echoed futilely. Despite his efforts to resist, the vast disparity in power left him unable to evade the impending doom. In the blink of an eye, he was consumed by the attack, and his body and spirit were annihilated in an instant.

The fall of a cultivator in the Great Sacred Realm sent shockwaves through the remaining sea creatures, their terror mounting.

“Cease!” The Sea King bellowed in fury, unleashing a torrent of terrifying supernatural power. Hundreds of millions of beams erupted forth, plunging the world into chaos reminiscent of ancient times.

A cataclysmic battle ensued, shrouded in such terrifying intensity that onlookers were compelled to kneel, their very souls suppressed by the overwhelming force.

Yet, amidst the chaos, the battle details became obscured, leaving all witnesses unable to discern the outcome.

Amidst the Sea King’s resounding roar of defiance, the once imposing golden decree shattered into countless fragments, descending from the air and disintegrating into ashes. Tens of thousands of sea creatures, felled by the overwhelming force, met their demise, none spared from the carnage.

Under Gu Changge’s command, the formidable practitioners of the divine sect of the absolute beginning swiftly implemented a ban over the eight thousand kilometers of the sky, trapping the area within a net of heaven and earth.

As news of the incident spread, it reverberated throughout the Boundless Heaven, sending shockwaves across the various realms. All who heard the tale were filled with trepidation, trembling at the magnitude of the events that had unfolded.