I Am the Fated Villain - Chapter 210

Chapter 210: The Innate Devil Heart’s transformation in the Nirvana Pond, and the demonic nature may not be suppressed anymore

When the relationship between Heavenly Emperor Mountain and the inheritor of demonic arts caused uproar in the outside world, the Ancient Immortal Gu family appeared remarkably calm.

Following the conclusion of the birthday banquet, a significant event unfolded. It became apparent that it was unwise for Dao heritages and great sects to prolong their stay, as uncertainty loomed regarding whether the inheritors of demonic arts were concealed among them.

The ancient clan creatures departed first, intending to regroup with their clans and strategize the next steps. Evidently, there existed a substantial organization behind the inheritor of demonic arts, indicating it wasn’t solely the actions of an individual. Whether Heavenly Emperor Mountain was involved remained uncertain and warranted thorough investigation.

Subsequently, immortal sects such as Ancient Ye Clan, Immortal Lake, and Heavenly Dao Immortal Palace bid their farewells and departed. “Brother Gu, you must remain vigilant; you could be the next target of the inheritor of demonic arts,” Wang Ziji remarked with a smile before bidding farewell to Gu Changge and departing with the Ancient Immortal Wang family, needing to make necessary preparations.

Wang Ziji had already received word of Jiang Chuchu’s departure from the Human Ancestor Hall. If her intuition served her well, Jiang Chuchu might seek out Gu Changge for details. However, given Gu Changge’s character, it was highly probable… to hit a dead end.

Once Gu Changge watched the Wang family depart, the smile quickly vanished from his face. “Keep a close eye on Miss Ziji’s whereabouts,” he instructed a powerhouse from the Gu family beside him. Wang Ziji was, after all, a harbinger of luck, and it behooved Gu Changge to monitor her movements. Furthermore, he had no fear of being discovered by Wang Ziji.

“Yes, my lord,” the powerhouse of Gu family replied promptly, without daring to inquire about the reasons behind the order.

Now Gu Changge held the top position within the Ancient Immortal Gu family, second only to the family head. Even the clan elders couldn’t match his power. The ancestors and others, usually dormant in their graves or coffins, seldom made decisions.

Gu Changge’s words carried the weight of the family head’s authority. “That brat, Yue Mingkong, left the following day. She appeared hurried, but to avoid arousing suspicion, she returned to the Peerless Immortal Dynasty first, delaying her visit to the reincarnation site of the Human Ancestor.”

With a narrowed gaze, Gu Changge took a decisive step, swiftly returning to his palace. A faint smile played on his lips. Yue Mingkong believed herself clever, but in Gu Changge’s eyes, her actions were merely a display of minor cunning.

“The Human Ancestor’s reincarnation isn’t an easy matter to handle. Yue Mingkong may find herself at a disadvantage. It seems I must make some arrangements in advance,” he mused.

As he pondered, Yin Mei’s voice echoed from outside the palace. “Senior brother.”

Maintaining discretion in front of outsiders, Yin Mei always addressed Gu Changge this way. Sensing the presence of others around her, she continued, “If Junior sister has something to discuss, please come in,” Gu Changge replied casually.

Yin Mei entered the hall alone. “Master, your suspicions were correct. There’s news from the clan that the emperor has dispatched his envoys…” She spoke respectfully.

“He sent his envoys? It appears he’s unaware of the little servant’s whereabouts and seeks to resolve the issue,” Gu Changge mused.

It seemed the current emperor wasn’t foolish; he refrained from personally attending, dispatching his followers instead. After all, the situation was murky, and it was best not to risk direct involvement.

At this juncture, the Emperor’s priority likely revolved around disposing of the corpse and eradicating any evidence that could expose his identity.

During this period, Gu Changge’s reputation suffered, and he found himself constrained at every turn, unable to show himself openly.

“Continue with the original plan. Have your clan inform the Emperor, disclosing the whereabouts of the servant and claiming he suddenly suffered a bout of madness,” Gu Changge instructed, a mischievous glint in his smile. Whether the servant was truly insane or not mattered little; what was crucial was to let the current emperor know that the servant was within his grasp, alive or dead. This knowledge provided Gu Changge with significant leverage, enabling him to exploit the situation to his advantage fully.

“Yes, master,” Yin Mei acknowledged, preparing to relay the message to her clan before departing. Before leaving, however, Gu Changge handed her a sealed jade bottle. “Master, what is this?” Yin Mei inquired, surprised by the potent energy emanating from the container.

Gu Changge dismissed her question with a shake of his head, opting not to explain further, and gestured for her to leave. Having witnessed Yin Mei’s loyalty and competence, he harbored no reservations about entrusting her with this task. After all, she held a crucial secret from her previous life.

“Thank you, master,” Yin Mei expressed her gratitude, her delight evident in her expression. Regardless of the contents of the jade bottle, the significance lay in Gu Changge’s gesture of trust towards her. This marked a significant shift in his attitude.

In the blink of an eye, several days passed, during which the Ancient Immortal Gu family remained occupied with a crucial event.

The sound of bells reverberated through the air, signaling the passage of time.

After hearing the tolling of a few bells, many clan members paused in their tasks and reverently bowed towards the ancestral hall.

“The Nirvana Pool is open once more. I wonder if this time the bonds of our bloodline will be loosened, allowing us to nurture even stronger geniuses.”

“Nevertheless, our Gu family’s bloodline is inherently dominant. The five young talents chosen from each generation are unrivaled in the world.”

“This time, we have Changge and Xian’er among the chosen. The other three will likely serve as supporting roles.”

On the islands of various mountains and peaks, divine lights began to appear one after another as figures gazed toward the sky where the lights ascended, filled with anticipation and smiles.

In a pristine land, clouds billowed, chaotic energy surged, and majestic mountains stood tall, reminiscent of the primordial era when heaven and earth were first formed. The essence around transformed into mythical creatures like dragons, phoenixes, and unicorns, seemingly liquefied.

Amidst the mountains and forests, ancient enlightenment tea trees swayed, immortal trees reached towards the heavens, and divine and immortal medicines twinkled with radiance, while treasures adorned the landscape like stars. And this was merely a glimpse of the surroundings.

At the heart of it all, within a grand and ancient hall, stood five young individuals, led by Gu Changge. He wore a simple white robe devoid of adornments, his jade-like hair tied back with a plain hairband.

Beside him stood Gu Xian’er, her expression cold and bearing an air of immortal grace. She wore blue garments and cast a disdainful glance at Gu Changge, as if reluctant to be in his company.

Three other geniuses from the Ancient Immortal Gu family also stood alongside them, each possessing terrifying talents and formidable strength.

“This is the entrance to the Nirvana Pool within the Ancestral Hall. Only five individuals from each generation are granted this opportunity to unlock the restraints of their bloodline, comprehend the ways of our ancestors, advance their cultivation, and master divine powers,” Gu Changge explained softly, his gaze lingering on the three individuals beside him with a peculiar intensity.

The atmosphere in the hall exuded simplicity and antiquity.

Carvings adorned the ground, relics of an era long past, bearing the principles of heaven and earth, offering insights into truth with a single glance.

“I know, you don’t need to say that,” Gu Xian’er retorted, relishing her ongoing verbal sparring with Gu Changge. Despite her confrontational demeanor, Gu Changge paid her no mind, as if her words fell on deaf ears. This only served to further irritate Gu Xian’er; after all, he had lavished her with gifts in the Heavenly Dao Ancient City, yet upon their return to the Ancient Immortal Gu family, he reverted to his aloof demeanor. Though she harbored annoyance and anger at his sudden change, she understood he likely had his reasons and refrained from dwelling on it.

“Is everyone present? If so, let us commence with the opening of the Nirvana Pool,” Gu Changge declared, prompting numerous elders to gather around the palace, accompanied by a vast array of rare immortal materials. Each item possessed the potential to incite frenzy in the outside world: terrifying precious blood drops, colorful pills with phantoms of ancient beasts, and peerless elixirs exuding fragrant mists, promising transcendence.

Furthermore, several mysterious and formidable eggs, resembling miniature suns, were also present, infused with Dao immortal flows and fairy rhymes, emitting a dazzling golden light akin to liquid divine jade. The assemblage of such extraordinary artifacts left the young geniuses of the Gu family awestruck.

“Each of these treasures would cause a sensation in the outside world. It’s no wonder the Nirvana Pool can only be opened once per generation. Who could withstand such abundance?” one of the Gu family’s young geniuses exclaimed in amazement.

“Indeed, only our family’s heritage could endure such extravagance,” another genius concurred, excitement gleaming in his eyes.

“I’ve been preparing for this moment for quite some time, even capturing the last descendants of many pure-blood kings. Admittedly, their shells remain intact for now, but it matters little,” an old man remarked with a dry cough, his demeanor tinged with a hint of madness.

The person next to him nodded in agreement and added, “Take, for instance, that drop of precious blood. It took a supreme power considerable effort to relinquish it. It’s the most crucial drop from his single horn. Without millions of years of cultivation, it would be incredibly challenging to replenish.”

The colorful drop of blood seemed to contain miniature worlds within it, pulsating with an extraordinary divine will. Just a single breath could potentially bestow peerless genius upon its recipient. Its value was immeasurable, and its rarity unmatched.

Observing the drop of precious blood, Gu Xian’er’s eyes narrowed slightly. While she had received similar treatment in Peach Valley, the caliber of materials then paled in comparison to what lay before her now. If she were to utilize a second Nirvana Pool and experience a significant breakthrough in her cultivation, could she stand a chance against Gu Changge?

“You’re overthinking,” Gu Changge remarked, as if sensing Gu Xian’er’s thoughts. Despite his casual tone, his gaze held a hint of warning.

Concealing her inner turmoil, Gu Xian’er assumed an indifferent expression. “Gu Changge, just wait and see,” she retorted with a determined tone.

An old man interjected with a smile, “With these artifacts and the clan’s secret techniques, your bloodlines can undergo transformation, potentially altering your talents. After all, your original talents are inherently linked to your bloodline.”

Gu Changge nodded in acknowledgment, while the others expressed excitement. Such an opportunity was exceptionally rare, and the extent of their gains depended largely on their luck.

After all, it could only be said that such earth-shattering artifacts were characteristic of an ancient immortal family like theirs. Anything of this magnitude in the outside world would drive countless cultivators to madness, inciting greed even among quasi-supremes.

“Alright, in a moment, we will open the Nirvana Pool and absorb its energy with all our strength. We’ll then assist you in transforming your bloodlines using a secret technique. This process will take several days and relies heavily on your luck,” the old man announced, causing the expressions of the five individuals to become more solemn.

For Gu Changge, whose cultivation had already reached the saint realm, the Nirvana Pool held limited benefits.

However, in his assessment, it could serve as a diversionary tactic, deflecting attention away from himself. With Wang Ziji’s emergence into the world, revealing her strength at the quasi-sacred realm, perhaps Gu Changge should similarly exhibit a comparable level of cultivation. Such a display would quell any suspicions regarding his association with the inheritor of demonic arts. Moreover, Gu Changge sensed that the timing was opportune. After all, bloodline talent was a crucial factor in the Nirvana Pool’s effects, and he was curious to see how his innate devilish nature might evolve in this process. Rumors hinted at the pool’s ability to grant glimpses into past and future lives, a notion that intrigued Gu Changge.

Soon, several individuals ventured into the depths of the hall, where a mist-covered pool awaited them. Dao runes danced in the air, emitting an aura that felt inherent to the world itself. Within the mist, a luminous source emanated—a celestial aura composed of intricate runes, shimmering with silver brilliance and interwoven with laws and principles.

“Sit cross-legged within the pool and absorb its aura. The amount you absorb depends entirely on your own capability,” an old man instructed solemnly.

Following his guidance, Gu Changge, Gu Xian’er, and the others assumed cross-legged positions within the pool, poised to await the activation of the Nirvana Pool.

Buzz!!

Without delay, several old individuals swiftly refined various items and cast them into the pool. An array of exotic artifacts submerged into the depths, including a divine plant reminiscent of a sunflower. Each droplet of its crystalline liquid, the size of a thumb, radiated a brilliance akin to jade, while the temperature surpassed even the sun’s core, cascading down its branches and leaves.

In an instant, a voice resounded, utterly terrifying and astonishing, as if it rent the heavens, birthing chaos and returning all to the primordial state.

Crystal-clear liquid dripped into the pool, transforming into a torrential surge of divinity. Successive items followed suit, each imbuing the pool with an overwhelming and incredible aura.

Suddenly, the void quivered, and a breathtaking immortal intent manifested. Gu Xian’er reacted swiftly, her new immortal bone shimmering radiantly, casting her appearance as if she were about to ascend, transcendent and aloof, akin to an immortal. Within her immortal bone, a nascent immortal intent began to stir.

Boom! A thunderous voice erupted beside Gu Changge. His blood coursed through his veins like a roaring river, emanating an immensely thick and terrifying force that defied description. The pool seemed on the brink of fracturing under the sheer intensity of his power. Yet, Gu Changge remained unmoving, akin to the depths of the sea, every cell pulsating with life. Not only did he exude a colorful aura, but a mysterious black substance also floated atop it, imbuing him with a presence capable of engulfing everything. His awe-inspiring momentum swept in all directions, causing the pool to continue boiling.

The celestial aura rose and fell, akin to a hazy glow or dazzling Dao rune, undulating within the pool. Yet, each cell of Gu Changge devoured it with terrifying speed, prompting several onlookers to experience illusions.

Motionless, Gu Changge emitted a radiant glow, enveloped in a multicolored aura akin to dense fog. Within his sea of consciousness, his innate god sat cross-legged, his eyes indifferent. Opening his mouth like a black hole, he emitted a terrifying suction. The color of his primordial spirit subtly shifted towards a nine-colored aura.

Except for Gu Xian’er, the other three individuals found it impossible to settle down amidst Gu Changge’s overwhelming aura. Their faces paled, silenced by the sheer power emanating from him.

“Changge’s talent is truly extraordinary. Despite the passage of so many years, its nature remains elusive. Today may present a significant opportunity. His formidable physique, vitality, primordial spirit, and even spatial fluctuations… What manner of talent does he possess? It’s truly remarkable. The question is whether it will manifest…”

Gu Changge’s reaction left several clan elders astounded. They exchanged murmurs, their gaze fixed upon him, their astonishment growing with each passing moment. They were eager to witness more.

However, outside the palace, a towering figure with a composed countenance suddenly materialized—Gu Changge’s father, the current patriarch.

“Patriarch!” The presence of Gu Changge’s father prompted a shift in the demeanor of several clan elders. They hastened to offer him respectful greetings, feeling a twinge of guilt in their hearts. After all, Gu Changge’s talent had always been shrouded in secrecy, and his father had expressly forbidden any inquiries into it.

“There shall be no further examples,” his father stated lightly, his visage blurred, as if he stood in another realm. His tone, both tyrannical and indifferent, silenced the prestigious elders, who dared not utter another word. They had overstepped their bounds.

Realizing the impropriety of their actions, the elders decided it prudent to depart. With Gu Changge’s father present and their task completed, lingering served no purpose.

Once the elders had left, Gu Changge’s father’s expression became deeply conflicted, tinged with a hint of worry, as he stared at the Nirvana Pool before him. He sensed that something significant might transpire.

In his estimation, Gu Changge’s demonic nature was a closely guarded secret that must not be revealed. The potent aura of the Nirvana Pool held the potential to trigger a transformation, risking exposure of his son’s demonic heart—a scenario he wished to prevent at all costs.

“I can only hope that I’m overly concerned. Whether this Nirvana Pool proves a blessing or a curse for Changge remains to be seen. Previously, he barely managed to suppress his demonic nature. However, if a second transformation occurs now, it could prove exceedingly difficult. He may revert to his former self…” Gu Changge’s father pondered aloud, his expression fraught with worry.

Suppressing the innate demonic nature within the demon heart was an arduous task, one that had tormented Gu Changge. His father knew well the immense perseverance it required, and he harbored deep concerns for his son’s well-being.