I Am the Fated Villain - Chapter 314

Chapter 314: I won’t bully you today, the role of the purple crown of luck

Buzz!

Ripples cascaded outward, distorting the void as if bathed in an endless divine light. It resembled the opening of a door, heralding Gu Changge’s arrival.

Drifting forth in ethereal white attire, Gu Changge exuded an immortal and divine air, radiating an aura both formidable and mysterious with each step. Despite the severity of his recent injury, not a trace of it could be discerned upon his flawless visage.

Unknown to all, the lineage of Prince Sheng was traced back to the emperor of an ancient royal family, imbued with innate laws and runic bones that conferred certain benefits upon consumption. Thus, despite his grievous wounds, Gu Changge appeared revitalized.

Had the Heavenly Phoenix Maiden, the Six Crowned King, and others been present, they would have been shocked to the core. Their belief that Gu Changge would remain incapacitated for at least half a month, confined to the palace for recovery, now lay shattered.

Boom!

In a swift motion, Gu Changge extended his palm, summoning forth a multicolored glow that coalesced into a menacing black grinding disc. Like the descent of a celestial cataclysm, the disc obliterated countless souls in its path, reducing them to naught in a burst of blood and destruction.

“When did I ever indicate a death wish?” Gu Changge’s voice rang out, tinged with a hint of disdain. “You presume too much. And as for your assessment of my injuries, perfection eludes us all. Your concerns are inconsequential to me.”

Jiang Chuchu’s response came swiftly, her tone dripping with icy mockery, as crisp and cold as divine ice-shattering jade. Despite her biting words, she couldn’t suppress a flicker of happiness at Gu Changge’s apparent concern. Knowing his character, she hadn’t anticipated any words of kindness from him.

“It appears you’re quite lively still, indicating you’re not in imminent danger,” Gu Changge remarked casually. “Perhaps my presence here was unnecessary, a bit indulgent on my part.”

With a soft snort, Jiang Chuchu retorted, “Even if danger looms, I can handle it myself. However, the calamity within the depths of the Absolute Heavenly Extinction eludes my abilities. But that’s my concern, not yours.”

“Indeed, unless you beg for my assistance,” Gu Changge replied calmly, casting a glance in her direction before focusing his gaze upon the crack in the sky, his eyes narrowing in contemplation.

Initially, Gu Changge had merely tested the waters, curious if Jiang Chuchu could indeed help locate the source of Heavenly Extinction. He hadn’t anticipated her possessing her treasure-hunting abilities.

Unbeknownst to Jiang Chuchu, her talent was a boon for Gu Changge, potentially enhancing his strength and augmenting the devouring power of his Dao treasure bottle. However, he couldn’t disclose such sentiments to her. Instead, he expected her continued assistance in his pursuits, with her unwittingly aiding him in uncovering the origin of Heavenly Extinction.

For other cultivators and beings, the source of Absolute Heavenly Extinction was a dreaded menace, a scourge to be avoided at all costs. They recoiled from it like one would from venomous snakes or scorpions, fearful of its contamination.

Of course, Gu Changge refrained from sharing such thoughts with Jiang Chuchu, whom he viewed as a tool for his purposes. He relished the prospect of her ongoing assistance, sparing him the need for further exertion. He would only intervene once alerted of developments.

“I won’t plead with you,” Jiang Chuchu retorted coldly. “Furthermore, Gu Changge, you came here of your own accord. I merely provided a warning. Don’t mistake…”

Before she could finish, Gu Changge waved a dismissive hand. “If you don’t ask for my help, then I’ll depart. As for the remaining calamity, handle it yourself. I have no interest in intervening.”

“However, aren’t you ashamed of tarnishing the reputation of the Human Ancestor Hall’s descendants with your foolish antics?” Gu Changge’s words dripped with scorn.

“Gu Changge, you’re insulting me again…”

“You… are insufferable!”

Jiang Chuchu faltered momentarily, her face contorted with anger. She hadn’t anticipated Gu Changge’s arrival to be marked by threats and insults rather than immediate action against the scourge of Heavenly Extinction. Why did he always have to be so infuriating?

As a descendant of the Human Ancestor Hall, Jiang Chuchu held considerable status and prestige among the younger generation, making it difficult to underestimate her. Her talent spoke for itself, a source of confidence and pride she refused to downplay.

“If you don’t ask for my help, it’ll save me some effort anyway,” Gu Changge remarked calmly, showing no qualms about exploiting her vulnerabilities to the core.

Naturally, even if Jiang Chuchu refrained from seeking his aid, Gu Changge would eventually intervene.

After all, delaying the resolution of the source of Absolute Heavenly Extinction made no sense. However, he chose not to vocalize these intentions to Jiang Chuchu.

Observing Gu Changge’s calm demeanor and his readiness to depart, Jiang Chuchu seethed with anger. Yet, what recourse did she have? She had relayed the message and summoned Gu Changge, hoping he would address the calamity. After all, he had come to assist her.

“I see. You’re just waiting to take advantage of the situation and force my hand. Gu Changge, you despicable scoundrel, can’t you show a shred of mercy?” Jiang Chuchu’s voice dripped with icy disdain.

Gu Changge merely smiled.

“It seems you’re not entirely foolish, maintaining your faculties despite your cultivation.”

Jiang Chuchu’s gaze turned frigid, a silent threat emanating from her piercing eyes. If looks could kill, Gu Changge would have perished countless times over.

“Are you begging me?” Gu Changge’s smile remained light.

“Don’t even entertain the thought,” Jiang Chuchu retorted, summoning a rare surge of defiance.

Surprised by her unexpected show of resolve, Jiang Chuchu braced for Gu Changge’s retaliation. However, to her astonishment, Gu Changge’s response was unexpected.

“Fine, considering your pitiful state, I won’t torment you today,” he conceded with an easy smile.

“Just wait here peacefully.”

With that, he departed without waiting for Jiang Chuchu’s response, his figure vanishing into the distance.

In the blink of an eye, Gu Changge materialized in the sky, his gesture conjuring a torrential surge of pressure akin to a bursting star sea, thundering down upon the celestial extinction creatures. They were crushed into a mist of blood and exploded into the void, unable to even approach him.

“Um… you should still be cautious,” Jiang Chuchu muttered softly, her initial astonishment giving way to a surprising concern. She quickly realized her slip-up—why was she suddenly worried about Gu Changge? It was uncharacteristic of her.

However, the unexpected turn of events left her reeling. Why was Gu Changge displaying such unusual kindness toward her today? And why wasn’t he infuriated by her earlier retorts?

Could it be that he had taken her previous request to heart despite his outward refusal? Jiang Chuchu pondered this possibility, her mind racing. Despite her cool and composed demeanor, she couldn’t deny a flicker of happiness at the thought.

This change in Gu Changge’s demeanor suggested a newfound consideration for her feelings, which, in turn, lifted her spirits considerably.

….

Deep within the mist, amidst the cracks, Gu Changge’s figure materialized. However, as soon as he took a step, he sensed a formidable presence sweeping over from behind him. Simultaneously, a terrifying surge of power, akin to a volcanic eruption, surged forth with unparalleled strength.

Without hesitation, Gu Changge swung his fist towards the back. The luminous force of his punch permeated the air, its power unpredictable, directly dispersing the gray fog and reducing everything in its vicinity to ashes.

Despite possessing their sanity, the heavenly extinction creatures in the Great Sacred Realm were effortlessly obliterated by his single blow.

With his current strength, Gu Changge could easily contend with quasi-supreme beings even without resorting to his demonic arts. Employing various techniques, he could even challenge Supreme beings, or perhaps those beyond Supreme beings—entities akin to Emperors.

However, such “emperors” were merely quasi-emperor entities at best. For Gu Changge to truly transcend, he would need to advance to the quasi-supreme realm before aiming for higher echelons.

“There’s said to be an origin of absolute heavenly extinction in the depths,” Gu Changge reflected, his gaze tinged with intrigue. “Judging from the aura here, it’s evidently denser than the source of absolute heavenly extinction I encountered previously.”

With determination, Gu Changge ventured deeper, his eyes alight with anticipation. The richer aura of the heavenly extinction source hinted at the potential for further cultivation enhancement. After devouring this source, Gu Changge knew he could ascend to greater heights.

At that moment, he remembered the Purple Crown of Luck he had obtained long ago. Its usage was limited, and Gu Changge wasn’t certain of its effectiveness. Nevertheless, this seemed like the perfect opportunity to put it to the test.

With a thought, a flash of purple-gold light erupted in his palm, materializing the crown as if it were crafted from immortal gold. Upon activation, Gu Changge perceived a fleeting apparition before him, and the surrounding aura grew enigmatic and unpredictable.

However, as he ventured forward, a figure suddenly hurtled towards him through the gray mist, unleashing an unparalleled force that caused the space to tremble and collapse incessantly.

It was a headless corpse shrouded in the mist.

“The headless corpse of the quasi-supreme realm, intact even in its origin…”

Gu Changge chuckled, recognizing Jiang Chuchu’s fortuitous influence. She truly seemed to be his lucky star.

Within the crack, the environment resembled a miniature world, with mountains, lakes, pavilions, and palaces dotting the landscape. The headless corpse, saturated with the aura of absolute heavenly extinction over countless years, adorned with broken armour and battle attire, clutching a spear.

As it charged forth, mountains crumbled, rivers dissipated, and peaks turned to dust under its formidable quasi-supreme aura, shrouding everything in terrifying majesty.

“Not only is it imbued with the aura of heavenly extinction, but it also exudes immortal energy…”

Gu Changge vanished from his position, hurtling towards the headless corpse with unwavering determination.

Without delay, he initiated his move, and vast fluctuations swiftly engulfed the surroundings, seeking to suppress the headless corpse and consume the remaining origin within it. The void crumbled, forming a formidable palm print that even a quasi-supreme being would struggle to break free from.

The spirit of the headless corpse emanated a sense of fury, but before it could react, the world erupted into a cascade of palm prints. Mountains collapsed, the ground shattered, and the quasi-supreme body was engulfed and crushed by the overwhelming force. In moments, the complete source of the quasi-supreme being was devoured, leaving behind naught but ashes.

Gu Changge swiftly departed the scene, pondering the unlikely encounter with the complete source of a quasi-supreme being, which seemed intricately linked to the Purple Crown of Luck.

However, his intuition prickled with unease. Swiftly, he moved in another direction, where he beheld a pitch-black boat emerging from the thick gray fog. Rusty and blood-stained, it bore traces of battles, with broken armor and headless corpses strewn across its deck.

Crafted from an unknown material, the boat exuded a palpable sense of terror and foreboding, its darkened surface devoid of lustre. Its sudden appearance amidst the calamity of heavenly extinction would instill dread in any cultivator, especially with the fog churning like an endless abyss.

The silent arrival of this eerie vessel caught Gu Changge off guard. He hadn’t anticipated encountering anyone in this desolate place.

In the boat, a wave of divine sense swept over, causing the gray fog to burst, an incredibly terrifying sight. Even the headless corpse that had attacked Gu Changge moments before knelt as if paying homage to a monarch.

On the vessel, numerous figures could be seen, all heavenly extinction creatures of considerable strength and spiritual wisdom.

“If you’ve traversed the land of absolute heavenly extinction, it appears you may be affiliated with the imperial court of absolute heavenly extinction,” one of them remarked.

Gu Changge’s eyes narrowed thoughtfully at this revelation. He recalled the information he had received from Yue Mingkong earlier. The Heavenly Extinction Imperial Court sought to establish the Heavenly Extinction Reincarnation and find the successor to the Heavenly Lord of Reincarnation.

In Yue Mingkong’s previous life, she had witnessed the Imperial Court’s relentless search for the descendants of the ancient Heavenly Lord of Reincarnation. However, Ye Ling remained cautious and elusive, leaving Yue Mingkong uncertain if he had any dealings with the Imperial Court.

The sudden appearance of the Imperial Court’s agents suggested a significant advancement in the timeline, perhaps influenced by the Purple Crown of Luck. Gu Changge pondered the situation and contemplated taking action.

As the other party’s consciousness swept over, a mist veiled Gu Changge’s face, revealing only a pair of indifferent, god-like eyes.

Boom! In the next instant, an even more formidable aura emerged as if the lord of reincarnation had descended upon the world. The vast and boundless fluctuations of the six realms of reincarnation evolved everything, overturning the very sky.

Boom!

A muffled buzz reverberated, and the boat shuddered. Several figures above were thrown out, crashing down with expressions of horror and embarrassment.

“Curses…”

An indistinct voice sounded, followed by the emergence of a man with a pallid face and bloodless complexion, clad in purple-gold armor. His cultivation base was unmistakably in the early stage of the quasi-supreme realm.

He was a member of the royal family of the Heavenly Extinction Imperial Court, and Gu Changge recognized him almost immediately.

Unlike other heavenly extinction creatures, members of the royal family resembled humans, and their bloodline gave them dominance over others in the land of absolute heavenly extinction.

Though the man appeared young, he was, in fact, quite aged, his attire simple. Yet, he regarded Gu Changge with awe while the others behind him stood frozen in shock. They couldn’t comprehend how an outsider had entered such a place teeming with the aura of heavenly extinction, let alone best their Third Prince.

Their spiritual sense had been severely wounded the moment it touched Gu Changge, leaving them bewildered and amazed.

“An outsider?”

The man in the purple-gold battle uniform addressed Gu Changge with trepidation, speaking in the common language of the outside world.