I Am the Fated Villain - Chapter 257
Chapter 257: This guy seems to be a sea king, an ancient freak of the Golden Unicorn family
The jet-black aura of Heavenly Extinction spread throughout the heavens and earth, casting a gloomy shadow over the entire space.
In the distance, the telltale signs of battle stirred, with dark-eyed creatures locked in combat against young cultivators. The aftermath was terrifying, with thick black fog enveloping the surrounding area for miles.
The targeted young creature displayed extraordinary prowess in battle, its fighting spirit formidable.
However, their presence didn’t deter the arrival of the two newcomers.
Scenes like this dotted the battlefield of Heavenly Extinction, with numerous clashes erupting continuously.
The coveted slots at the True Immortal Academy had driven many younger aspirants to madness.
It was common knowledge that even figures as renowned as Gu Changge and Wang Ziji, considered the cream of the crop among the younger generation, had to defeat these creatures to earn points and secure entry into the esteemed academy for cultivation.
There was no shortcut, no relying on connections. Equality prevailed at this juncture—merit alone determined one’s entry into the academy.
“If Brother Gu insists, then we must part ways for now.”
Atop the barren mountain, peculiar stones adorned the landscape, the two figures standing side by side akin to celestial beings.
Wang Ziji, dressed in a flowing light blue gown, exuded an air of elegance, her hands clasped behind her as she smiled, her presence ethereal and pristine, embodying flawlessness and grace.
Undeniably, she possessed a distinct aura—a manifestation of celestial energy—that seemed to imbue her with the essence of immortality as if she could ascend at any moment.
At times, even Gu Changge found himself captivated by her allure.
Yet, beyond this immortal essence, another spirit seemed to reside within her.
Gu Changge speculated it might be her unique ability or a companion, yet he couldn’t help but acknowledge that Wang Ziji’s abilities far surpassed those of ancient prodigies.
Furthermore, Wang Ziji’s actions wouldn’t disrupt his plans. Gu Changge considered himself far from reaching a state of madness. While Wang Ziji might have schemes involving him, why wouldn’t he have plans concerning her? There was an apparent greediness emanating from her, aiming for his vulnerability. Gu Changge was eager to witness who would make the first move. Smiling, he couldn’t resist commenting, “The Heavenly Extinction Battlefield isn’t so vast; perhaps our paths will cross again someday.”
“Also, I appreciate your assistance earlier. Had you not intervened, I might have faced a more difficult situation,” he added, expressing gratitude.
Wang Ziji couldn’t discern whether his gratitude was genuine or mere politeness. Nonetheless, she smiled and responded, “If you truly wish to express gratitude, then consider it done. You owe me a favor, and I’ll remember it.”
Gu Changge chuckled lightly. “Understood. I’ll take my leave now.”
Observing Gu Changge’s casual demeanor and his apparent disinterest in Jiang Chuchu’s affairs, Wang Ziji refrained from probing further. Yet, she couldn’t help but wonder why Jiang Chuchu’s demeanor towards Gu Changge seemed so icy. It was a stark contrast to the Jiang Chuchu she knew well. As a woman, she possessed an innate intuition for such matters, particularly after being exposed to countless dramatic episodes in her past life. She couldn’t shake the underlying resentment among women in this situation.
Wang Ziji pondered over Gu Changge’s character. Despite his gentle and refined exterior, she suspected he harbored a deep-seated indifference within his heart. Of course, she remained oblivious to the true nature of the relationship between Gu Changge and Jiang Chuchu. The revelation that the supposed descendant of the human ancestor who had recently appeared was merely a pawn orchestrated by Gu Changge added another layer of intrigue to the situation.
“Then we’ll part ways for now,” Wang Ziji responded with a smile.
Gu Changge nodded in acknowledgment before taking his leave.
With a low hum, he took a stride forward, vanishing from sight and reappearing thousands of miles away in an instant. Even Wang Ziji couldn’t match his speed.
“This guy… he’s so elusive. Why isn’t he interested in me?” she muttered to herself. “Am I not attractive enough?”
Wang Ziji couldn’t help but furrow her brow. It was the first time she felt drawn to someone, yet Gu Changge’s demeanor suggested he wasn’t interested in women, as if his sole pursuit was supreme power. However, his interactions, particularly with Ying Yu, contradicted that assumption.
“This guy seems to be an enigma,” she mused. “But the more I dwell on it, the more perplexed I become. I refuse to believe his heart is made of stone…”
With a shake of her head, Wang Ziji decided to leave the area, intending to venture deeper into the Heavenly Extinction Battlefield.
Meanwhile, Jiang Chuchu seemed trapped within its confines, her fate uncertain.
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“Master, we’ve secured this territory, and the Heavenly Extinction creatures within have been eradicated. Most of the cultivators here are at the False God Realm, with only a handful at the True God Realm…”
On his part, after parting ways with Wang Ziji, Gu Changge sought out his followers.
At that moment, Ye Han respectfully briefed Gu Changge on their progress since entering the Heavenly Extinction Battlefield.
“It appears our territory lies on the outskirts, while the true powerhouses remain in the depths,” Ye Han remarked.
Gu Changge nodded, his gaze sweeping across the expanse of tens of thousands of miles. Not a single young creature could be seen in the vicinity. Indeed, given his reputation, few dared to linger unless they sought to provoke him.
The rest of his followers held the remains of Heavenly Extinction creatures, ready to exchange them for points at the True Immortal Academy. Acquiring a place in the academy demanded many points, a tally that False God realm beings found insufficient.
However, Gu Changge had no intention of claiming these points for himself. His objective in coming to the Heavenly Extinction Battlefield was for something other than the academy’s quota. He needed to make arrangements.
With much to do and little time to spare on battling Heavenly Extinction creatures, Gu Changge devised a plan. The jade pendant he had given to Wang Ziji bore his seal, likely unnoticed by her. Thus, he intended to task her with scouting ahead to pave the way for him. Then, he would find a means to infiltrate the land of Heavenly Extinction and locate the core of the Absolute Heavenly Extinction.
He knew from his studies that the existence of the Absolute Heavenly Extinction was intricately linked to its core area, which has existed since its inception. Over countless years, outbreaks of the Absolute Heavenly Extinction had entangled numerous worlds, its devouring power striking fear into all beings.
Within the core area lay the primordial substance that birthed the Absolute Heavenly Extinction. Gu Changge planned to absorb it using his Great Dao treasure bottle. Though not without challenges, he had prepared extensively, including accumulating an ample reserve of almighty Destiny Value.
Furthermore, the intensity of the Heavenly Extinction aura in the depths of the Absolute Heavenly Extinction territory was overwhelming. Ordinary creatures couldn’t endure such an environment and would be consumed by the aura. Gu Changge remained unconcerned about encountering formidable adversaries that might obstruct his plans.
Although the expanse of the Heavenly Extinction battlefield before him was vast, the area currently occupied by Ye Han and his companions remained relatively small. Contemplating this, Gu Changge decided to offer concise instructions.
“Excellent work, but the points you’ve amassed are still insufficient. Here’s my token. If anyone interferes, use it to alert me. I’ll be departing for a while,” he stated, tossing the token to Ye Han.
Given his unique status, Gu Changge attracted considerable attention. To minimize potential complications, he planned to shed his conspicuous identity temporarily by leaving the Heavenly Extinction Battlefield. This would reduce the scrutiny from other young beings and, consequently, lessen any trouble.
Witnessing this exchange, the other followers couldn’t help but envy Ye Han’s privileged position, bestowed with a token from their master—a clear indication of his high regard.
Ye Han, in turn, felt excitement as he respectfully accepted the token. “Master, rest assured, I’ll fulfil the task entrusted to me,” he pledged earnestly.
Gu Changge nodded in acknowledgment. “I have full confidence in your abilities.”
He departed from the area, swiftly disappearing without a trace.
“I wonder why the master chose to leave the Heavenly Extinction Battlefield. Could there be some significant event unfolding outside?” A heavenly maiden with delicate features couldn’t suppress her curiosity, voicing her doubts.
“I can’t say. The master’s business isn’t something we’re privy to inquire about,” another follower replied cautiously.
“It’s best to focus on executing the master’s instructions. With his presence, encountering Heavenly Extinction beings will deter most competitors. This is our chance to secure entry into the True Immortal Academy,” remarked a companion, smiling wryly, unwilling to probe further.
Many young beings took notice as Gu Changge’s figure vanished from the entrance of the Heavenly Extinction Battlefield, seemingly departing back to the outside world. This news stirred unease among some, considering Gu Changge’s indisputable dominance in the younger generation. Even figures as prominent as Ying Frost, the son of a heavenly emperor, couldn’t help but pale in comparison.
Gu Changge’s absence from the battlefield brought a collective sigh of relief for many. Yet, the Heavenly Extinction Battlefield was vast, and Gu Changge’s presence had only spanned a small area. Consequently, news of his departure remained confined to a limited radius, failing to create significant waves.
Ying Yu, Ye Langtian, Wang Ziji, and others heard the news, each reacting with varying expressions and thoughts.
“Young master ahead lies the depths of the spread battlefield. Many beings of the God King realm already roam nearby. Venturing further may lead us to encounter Quasi-Sacred realm beings or even those of the Sacred realm,” cautioned a group member gathered beside a long-dried lake.
A host of beings mounted atop powerful beasts—deer, lions, qilins, and more—stood resolutely, their auras awe-inspiring, with clouds seemingly beneath their feet, exuding a heroic aura.
The speaker, a young creature with a rhinoceros horn atop his head, possessed strength in the True God realm and was hailed as a young supreme.
“No worries. Some of you will accompany me forward, while the rest shall remain here and await our return. Do not allow those trailing behind to advance,” he directed confidently. “The nearby Heavenly Extinction beings no longer pose a challenge worthy of our prowess. If we chance upon a Quasi-Sacred realm being, it will expedite our efforts.”
“I’ve heard that Gu Changge has departed from the Heavenly Extinction battlefield. This presents an opportunity for me to surpass him in points!” he declared, determination etched on his features. “Claiming the title of the younger generation’s number one won’t come easy.”
The young master stood tall, his handsome visage adorned in a golden robe. His golden locks shimmered like the sun, and his eyes gleamed with the brilliance of two miniature suns. Notably, two golden dragon horns crowned his head, radiating a divine aura imbued with the essence of Dao rhythm.
Despite his appearance, he wasn’t a dragon but a member of the qilin family—a rare golden qilin, to be precise. This qilin son, an ancient prodigy sealed to this day, had ascended to the Quasi-Sacred realm. His father, a qilin demon emperor, once reigned supreme in both the demon and cultivation worlds.
Though he hadn’t reigned over the demon world, his formidable power had instilled fear in many ancient races. He inherited his father’s prodigious talent, and now, at just over twenty years old, he wielded such strength. Even unsealed, he would stand proudly among his peers.
Moreover, the golden Qilin possessed a unique talent for cultivating good fortune and averting disasters. In some cases, it could even foresee the future. While many powerful beings could glimpse into the river of time upon reaching a specific realm, they often faced backlash. The golden Qilin, however, avoided such consequences, making them a clan favored by heaven and earth.
As the young master spoke, his followers nodded in understanding. Some who recognized the difficulty of advancing chose to remain behind, while the majority opted to follow.
However, just as they prepared to move, the young master’s countenance shifted suddenly, his eyes emitting a divine light akin to a sharp sword as he peered into the sky behind him. His expression turned grave, sensing an ominous and dangerous atmosphere pervading the vicinity. This was his intuition, a gift the Golden Qilin clan bestowed, causing his brow to prickle as if pierced by steel needles.
The looming danger surpassed imagination, causing his head to throb as if it might explode.
“What’s happening?” his followers exclaimed, bewildered, turning to gaze behind them at the somber sky.
“Be cautious, the approaching presence is malevolent!” the Qilin warned in a deep voice, swiftly unfurling a vast star map behind him.
Buzz!
A resounding buzz echoed through the air, heralding the arrival of a terrifying aura akin to billions of strands of starlight converging at the scene. This presence emanated from a sacred weapon, a radiant and tangible star infused with divine power, emitting thunderous and resonant sounds as it flowed.
An instant, a solidified star materialized, shrouded in chaotic mist and adorned with vast runes intertwining in the sky above. The Qilin’s swift reaction provided a measure of security, prompting a collective exhale of relief. His gaze turned cold as he scrutinized the distant sky.
“If you’re here, why hide?” the Qilin shouted boldly, prompting his followers to ready various divine weapons and assume vigilant positions.
“Tsk tsk… Your reflexes are impressive, but my master’s orders stand. Today, I will claim your essence. None of you, including you, will escape,” a chilling, mocking voice retorted.
With that, three monstrous figures emerged in the high sky, cloaked in black robes and enveloped in a shroud of black fog that obscured their faces. Only their scarlet eyes pierced through the darkness, exuding a cold, fierce, bloodthirsty intent.
The cultivation realms displayed by these figures induced fear and trembling among those below. Three fantastic sacred realms loomed ominously, causing the sky to quiver, the laws of nature to falter, and even the nearby Heavenly Extinction aura to surge uncontrollably.
“Young Master… Have we… offended someone?” one of the Qilin’s followers quivered, their expression filled with disbelief.
“How is this possible? Three great sacred realms…” another exclaimed, their complexion draining of color as fear gripped them.
A cultivator in the Great Sacred realm had attained an invincible status. Now, facing three such formidable beings, anyone who beheld them would quiver with terror, their souls trembling with despair.
“Are you in league with the inheritor of demonic arts?” one of the figures inquired, their tone laced with menace.
“I have no quarrel with him. Why would he target me?” Qilin responded, his expression solemn and tinged with a hint of unease, though he remained notably calmer than the rest.
Behind his golden eyes, the runes vanished, replaced by a formidable power as he attempted to discern the origins of these three Great Sacred realm beings. From their earlier words, he had deduced their affiliations.
Aside from the inheritor of demonic arts, who else would seek to claim the essence of others? Yet, Qilin couldn’t fathom why they would dare to dispatch three Great Sacred realm beings to eliminate him at this juncture.
As an invincible figure beneath the quasi-supreme, facing three such adversaries simultaneously was tantamount to a death sentence for any younger generation member, stirring a profound sense of danger within Qilin.
“You’re not foolish, but no one can save you today. Surrender your essence obediently, and perhaps you’ll emerge with your body intact. My master is keenly interested in your essence,” a black shadow in the sky sneered, his eyes cruel and devoid of mercy as he gazed down upon the assembled.
With those words, he launched an attack, his immense black hand stretching out to blot out the sky. The talisman shattered, plunging the surroundings into darkness like a colossal continent descended upon them. Faced with the might of the Great Sacred realm, any resistance appeared futile.
The other two figures were observed impassively, ensuring no one escaped their grasp.
The immense black palm descended almost instantaneously with a resounding puff, unleashing a cacophony of collapses from below. Accompanied by screams, Qilin’s followers, despite wielding powerful forbidden weapons for defense, found themselves unable to withstand even a single breath, many disintegrating into a cloud of blood. Their primordial spirits and weapons shattered, and their bodies and souls annihilated in an instant.
“Master, please save us!” “We don’t want to die!” Those who survived pleaded desperately, their faces pallid with fear.
“Let’s be honest, your deaths will bring me satisfaction,” a cold, indifferent voice echoed from the shadows, disdain dripping from its tone as if addressing mere insects.
“Stop!” Qilin’s expression contorted with extreme horror and gloom. “Aren’t you afraid of reprisal from the forces behind me?”
He hastened to manipulate the star field map behind him, the stars rotating and emitting a terrifying divine power poised to crush their assailants. Yet, as a quasi-sacred being, the chasm between him and actual Great Sacred realm cultivators proved insurmountable. With a casual wave, the adversaries imposed the laws of the Great Sacred realm, shattering the star field map and reducing refined stars to dust.
“What’s there to fear? All of you will perish here today, and none will be the wiser,” the black shadow sneered once more, dripping with disdain and eager to execute their deadly intentions.
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TheKerberos
i just thought that maybe he’ll put the blame on that horse impostor lmao