I Am the Fated Villain

Chapter 1281:1642.

Everyone deserves to be executed, bring out convincing evidence for meThe Heavenly Chu Empire was in turmoil, with smoke and mist rising into the sky.

A series of powerful and imposing armies, their blood energy surging, emerged from the depths, surrounded by chaotic fog, charging out at great speed.

Their momentum was fierce, as if they had emerged from a mountain of corpses and a sea of blood.

The steeds they rode kicked up a cloud of dust, surrounding the palace complex where the people of the Yu Xian Palace were temporarily residing.

The leaders of the army were Dao-level existences, their towering figures clad in armor that glowed with eternal light.

One of them held a heavy spear that seemed as weighty as chaos itself, and the cold light of the spear looked as though it could shatter time and space.

“By the command of the Emperor, the Zhenxian Army is here to eradicate the remaining filth of the Black Calamity.

”These Dao-level figures coldly gazed at the palace complex ahead, ready to command their army to storm it at any moment.

Their voices were ruthless and carried an aura of iron and blood that reverberated through the air, causing the entire imperial city to tremble.

All the guests and nobles present were deeply shaken and frightened.

Many figures soared into the sky, looking down in disbelief.

They had no idea what was happening or why such powerful beings had suddenly arrived, surrounding the Yu Xian Palace.

Could it be that the Yu Xian Palace had something to do with the Black Calamity remnants?

At that moment, a few Dao-level elders from the Yu Xian Palace, who had come to attend the banquet, stepped out with their disciples, their faces grim as they stared at the army surrounding them.

Many of them were also puzzled and confused, wondering why the Heavenly Chu Empire would send such a large army here, exuding such a fierce and murderous aura.

Eradicating the Black Calamity remnants?

What does this have to do with the Yu Xian Palace?

Could it be that the Heavenly Chu Empire believes the Yu Xian Palace is involved with the Black Calamity remnants?

“What is the meaning of this, gentlemen?

Are you implying that the Yu Xian Palace is somehow connected to the Black Calamity remnants?

”One of the Dao-level elders of the Yu Xian Palace stepped forward, his voice deep as he looked over the army before him.

“This is the order of the Emperor.

We are merely carrying out our duty.

The Yu Xian Palace is allied with the Black Calamity remnants and is wreaking havoc on the Xiyuan Civilization.

The world must unite to eradicate them.

”The leader of the army, a Dao-level powerhouse nearly reaching the ancestral Dao, coldly spoke, his gaze sharp and electric, causing the very air to tremble.

He was a general of the Zhenxian Army, a faction directly under Chu Gucheng’s command.

The Zhenxian Army was one of Chu Gucheng’s elite forces, formed during his attempt to establish the Heavenly Court.

To put it bluntly, every time the Zhenxian Army was deployed, it was accompanied by endless bloodshed.

“Heh, the Heavenly Chu Empire claims the Yu Xian Palace is allied with the Black Calamity remnants.

If that’s true, then show us the evidence.

Such baseless accusations are laughable.

”The elder who spoke earlier sneered in anger, his eyes turning icy cold, and terrifying energy began to emanate from him.

Though the Yu Xian Palace had waned in power over the years, it was still not something a rising power like the Heavenly Chu Empire could easily suppress.

Not to mention, the ancestors of the Yu Xian Palace had already returned, recovering their strength deep within the palace, waiting to reclaim their peak.

Ling Yu Xian and the other elders stood together, their robes fluttering, their expressions equally cold.

The Yu Xian Palace had once participated in the battle against the source of the Black Calamity, making them true pioneers in resisting the Black Calamity.

What right did the Heavenly Chu Empire have to claim that the Yu Xian Palace was allied with the Black Calamity remnants?

“Evidence?

The Yu Xian Palace has been allied with the Black Calamity remnants all along, and this is an open secret.

Do you still want to argue?

”The leader of the Zhenxian Army coldly scanned the people of the Yu Xian Palace.

Then his gaze shifted to the figures soaring into the sky and he continued, “The Fatian Alliance was established by the Black Calamity remnants, and the Immortal Spirit Civilization has already become their nest.

You, the Yu Xian Palace, are well aware that the man named Gu is one of the Black Calamity remnants, yet you still conspired with him to cause turmoil in the Xiyuan Civilization.

”“You speak nonsense.

Do you have any evidence linking the Fatian Alliance to the Black Calamity remnants?

Do you think just because this is the Heavenly Chu Empire’s territory, you can act without restraint?

”The elder from the Yu Xian Palace was enraged.

During the birthday banquet, the Holy Maiden of Xiyuan had already clarified the matter.

Now, the Heavenly Chu Empire was again clinging to this issue.

What did this mean?

Were they trying to take advantage of the decline of the Yu Xian Palace and their lost former power?

He had been meditating in peace these past few days and had not been paying attention to the outside world, so he was unaware of the news circulating today.

Ling Yuxian, upon hearing this, furrowed her brow.

In fact, when she received the news today, she already felt something was amiss.

The Holy Maiden of Xiyuan had changed her stance, overturning all the clarifications made during the birthday banquet.

She had been worried since then, unsure of what had happened between the Holy Maiden of Xiyuan and Gu Changge.

Why would the Holy Maiden of Xiyuan suddenly side with the Heavenly Chu Empire?

“This is what the Holy Maiden of Xiyuan personally said.

Representatives from various Daoist factions are now gathered deep within the imperial city, discussing the matter with the Emperor.

If any of you do not believe it, you may go and verify the truth for yourselves.

”The commander of the Zhenxian Army sneered.

Their target today was actually Gu Changge.

The Heavenly Chu Empire did not want to further offend the Yu Xian Palace in the current situation.

Therefore, they made these remarks to try to force the Yu Xian Palace to retreat, not intervening in the matter.

“What?

”The elder, who had been furious just a moment ago, was suddenly stunned upon hearing this.

The Holy Maiden of Xiyuan actually said this herself?

“The Holy Maiden of Xiyuan indeed said such words today, but I suspect there’s something hidden behind this…”Ling Yuxian looked at the stunned elder, then transmitted a message.

“If Brother Gu really had anything to do with the Black Calamity remnants, how could he have helped us rescue our ancestors?

”She didn’t believe that Gu Changge was involved with the Black Calamity remnants.

Instead, she suspected the Holy Maiden of Xiyuan might have reached some agreement with the Heavenly Chu Empire, and was now plotting against Gu Changge.

“This…”The words left the elders of the Yu Xian Palace in a state of confusion.

They knew Ling Yuxian’s background, and they also knew that when they were in the Jing Clan’s territory, it was Gu Changge who had helped the Yu Xian Palace, allowing them to safely rescue their ancestors.

But now, the words came directly from the Holy Maiden of Xiyuan herself.

For the entire Xiyuan Civilization, this was a completely different situation.

“Even the Holy Maiden of Xiyuan would never casually accuse someone of being linked to the Black Calamity remnants without evidence.

”Ling Yuxian coldly said, her eyes scanning the commander of the Zhenxian Army.

“Heh, you are a mere ignorant junior, what do you understand?

Do you dare defy the words of the Holy Maiden of Xiyuan and go against the entire Xiyuan Civilization?

”The commander of the Zhenxian Army sneered, his eyes as deep as the sea.

With a single glance, the universe seemed to open and close, and a terrifying pressure descended on Ling Yuxian, intending to force her to kneel and submit.

“How dare you!

”Seeing this, several elders of the Yu Xian Palace immediately changed their expressions, no longer hesitating.

Ling Yuxian’s status was extraordinary—how could she be bullied and humiliated in such a place?

Their auras surged, and vast amounts of spiritual power poured out.

Their hands struck out simultaneously, attacking the commander of the Zhenxian Army.

“Do not be ungrateful and disrespectful, refusing kindness and forcing punishment.

”The commander of the Zhenxian Army’s expression grew cold, and his entire being suddenly seemed to stand at the edge of the universe.

A terrifying body of law directly pressed down, filling the heavens, and his hand descended, nearly reaching the Ancestral Dao level.

The overwhelming energy sent the Yu Xian Palace’s elders flying back, coughing up blood, and they destroyed the surrounding palace buildings with the force of the blow.

He had endured six of the Heavenly Decline Tribulations and was a genius of the same era as the Champion Marquis Chu Heng, the Celestial General, and others.

He was one of the brightest figures from that era, a prodigy from the House of Extraordinary People.

Although not as dazzling as the Champion Marquis or the Celestial General, his luck and talent were terrifyingly extraordinary, making him one of the rarest and most gifted prodigies in the history of the universe.

The elders of the Yu Xian Palace, although Dao-level experts, had only overcome two or three Heavenly Decline Tribulations, and their strength was incomparable to his.

Watching this unfold, the many guests and nobles observing from afar felt a chill run through their bodies, some trembling in shock and awe.

They had thought that during the birthday banquet, Chu Gucheng had already shown most of the Heavenly Chu Empire’s strength.

But who would have thought that this was likely only the tip of the iceberg?

“Commander of the Zhenxian Army, Chu Yuan, once competed with the Champion Marquis Chu Heng, the Celestial General, and other prodigies.

He was one of the brightest figures of the House of Extraordinary People during that era…”The ministers of the Heavenly Chu Empire, who were familiar with this person, were all shocked and full of admiration as they spoke.

After a century, whether it was the Champion Marquis or the Celestial General and others, their cultivation had reached an unfathomable level, having broken through to the Ancestral Dao realm.

Although Chu Yuan had not yet reached that level, it was likely that he was not far off.

With the earlier strike, everyone felt a vast, boundless aura, as if an Ancestral Daoist stood between heaven and earth, wielding the Great Dao and dominating the universe.

Clad in armor with only his face exposed, his expression was incredibly cold, his eyes seemingly causing great stars to fall.

He stood tall, and endless immortal light flowed from his body, revealing an overwhelming aura of power that caused everyone to tremble in awe and feel the urge to bow in worship.

It was a domineering and unparalleled kingly aura, as if he alone was supreme, the only ruler in the world.

In the imperial city, Chu Gucheng, the Law Sage, Old Jin, and many other guests, including representatives from the Guangming Temple, the Tathagata Buddha Kingdom, and the Ling Divine Cave, were all watching this scene.

All the guests were deeply moved.

Ordinary immortal Daoist forces with hundreds of epochs of history, with several Ancestral Dao elders at the helm, already possessed unimaginable depth.

But in such a short time, the Heavenly Chu Empire had produced multiple Ancestral Dao-level experts and near-Ancestral Dao existences.

Such power and foundation were truly unfathomable, making everyone wary and fearful.

No wonder Chu Gucheng had such great ambitions, wanting to establish the Xiyuan Alliance and unify the Xiyuan Civilization.

“The strength of the Zhenxian Marquis has grown significantly since the last time I saw him.

It seems that in this era, he has the opportunity to refine the fruit of the Ancestral Dao and pass through seven Heavenly Decline Tribulations.

”Chu Gucheng said with a smile, somewhat pleased.

Though Ling Yuxian was the reincarnation of the Yu Xian Palace’s ancient sage, her current cultivation was not enough to withstand a strike from someone who had passed six Heavenly Decline Tribulations.

As the elders of the Yu Xian Palace were sent flying, the aftermath of Zhenxian Marquis Chu Yuan’s strike caused the very void to tremble, as if endless shockwaves were threatening to engulf and destroy Ling Yuxian.

He was cold and ruthless, and while he could see that Ling Yuxian’s origins were extraordinary, she was now just a mere junior, not even an Immortal Emperor.

How dared she speak to him in such a manner?

“I will not kill you, but I will teach you a lesson, so you understand what etiquette and respect for your seniors mean.

”Chu Yuan controlled his strength with the strike, not intending to kill her, but aiming to severely injure her, leaving her in a state where she would wish she were dead for some time.

“You will regret your actions today.

”Ling Yuxian’s face turned cold.

Since her memories of her past life had awakened, this was the first time she had encountered such humiliation.

At that moment, a faint halo of light emanated from her forehead, signaling the revival of the mark Ling Yuxian had left for her.

Chu Yuan was slightly surprised upon seeing this, but he was still unconcerned.

He had already received orders from Chu Gucheng.

During the birthday banquet, Ling Yuxian had disgraced Chu Gucheng, causing him to lose face in front of all the guests.

Chu Gucheng might have been generous on usual occasions, but when it came to his birthday banquet, such disrespect would certainly have consequences.

An Ancestral Dao existence could not be insulted, especially when that existence was the ruler of a nation.

Boom!

A tremendous shockwave erupted, as if the sky and earth were collapsing.

The surging energy exploded, shaking the very heavens of the Heavenly Chu Empire.

The chaotic mist in front of them expanded and pressed toward Zhenxian Marquis Chu Yuan.

His expression changed, and the hand he had struck with collided with what felt like an immortal copper wall.

His arm and fingers instantly shattered, revealing jagged white bones.

However, the residual energy did not diminish at all, and continued to vibrate towards his body.

Chu Yuan, unable to believe what was happening, quickly retreated.

His eyes glinted with a fierce determination, and with one hand, he twisted his own arm to sever it, as though cutting off a lizard’s tail.

Everyone watched this scene in shock, trembling with awe.

A figure as strong as Chu Yuan, close to the Ancestral Dao realm, still had to sever his own arm to avoid a fatal injury.

In the palace, the pleased smile on Chu Gucheng’s face instantly froze, his expression darkening.

“Then perhaps you can teach me what respect and etiquette truly mean.

”Through the expanding chaotic mist, the figure of Gu Changge appeared.

His expression was calm, his hands catching Ling Yuxian as she flew through the air.

With a single motion, his other hand reached forward and gently trembled.

With a loud bang, the severed arm of Chu Yuan exploded in mid-air, turning into a cloud of blood mist.

“The leader of the Fatian Alliance, you finally decided to show yourself.

”Chu Yuan’s face turned cold, filled with humiliation and unwillingness.

He had initially thought that with his strength, he could completely intimidate the Yu Xian Palace, but now things were clearly not as he expected.

But it wasn’t just Ling Yuxian, this junior, who had openly contradicted him and shown him no respect.

Now, facing Gu Changge, he had to sever his own arm in front of everyone just to protect himself.

“Are you alright?

”Gu Changge didn’t care about Chu Yuan at all.

Instead, he turned to look at Ling Yuxian, whose expression remained cold.

Ling Yuxian’s act of standing up to refute the Holy Maiden of Xiyuan had surprised Gu Changge.

“I’m fine.

”Ling Yuxian shook her head and gently withdrew from his grasp.

She still remembered that day in Gu Changge’s courtyard, when she hadn’t received a definite answer from him.

Afterward, they hadn’t met again.

Ling Yuxian remembered his casual, indifferent tone when speaking to her at the time.

She still harbored a feeling of resentment because Gu Changge had always been suspicious of her and never believed her.

This weighed heavily on her heart.

Thus, she had intentionally avoided meeting him again to prevent further frustration and confusion.

“The leader of the Fatian Alliance, you’re colluding with the Black Calamity remnants, intending to bring chaos and overthrow the entire Xiyuan Civilization.

You must be eradicated by all.

”Seeing that Gu Changge was ignoring him, Chu Yuan’s face darkened again.

He coldly spoke, his voice full of malice.

The dense blood mist scattered in the air, with each drop of blood shimmering in iridescent colors, reflecting all the worlds.

It carried the power of a great world flowing within it, the vitality so strong that it was nearly unimaginable.

Then, the blood mist surged toward Chu Yuan’s severed arm, aiming to quickly regenerate it.

“The Heavenly Chu Empire throws accusations so casually, is that how it works?

You at least need to present some evidence that can convince me.

”Gu Changge casually glanced at Chu Yuan, offering a faint smile.

As his gaze passed over, the blood mist rushing towards Chu Yuan suddenly seemed to be obstructed by some unfathomable force.

With a bang, it ignited in an instant, turning into ashes, leaving nothing behind.

Seeing this, Chu Yuan’s expression grew even uglier.

That was his life’s essence, destroyed so easily by Gu Changge.

It was as if his entire arm had been permanently crippled, and it would be impossible to recover for a long time.

He was furious, his heart freezing with coldness.

In such a situation, Gu Changge remained so casual and domineering, showing no respect for him whatsoever.

No wonder Chu Gucheng, the Emperor, considered him an unprecedented great enemy.

“This is something the Holy Maiden of Xiyuan herself said.

Could it be that the Holy Maiden of Xiyuan is plotting against you?

”Chu Yuan spoke coldly, his tone laced with disdain, as he gestured to the Zhenxian Army behind him.

The entire army surged forward, their bodies radiating light, with formation runes flickering in and out of view.

They were forming an array, preparing to join forces and strike down this formidable enemy.