I Am the Fated Villain

Chapter 1616. May everyone in the world be like a dragon. The young master truly possesses extraordinary abilities

“I wonder how Old Master Fu views the current state of the Xianchu Haotu?”

Gu Changge raised his tea cup, gently blowing the mist on top, not responding to Old Master Fu’s question but instead countering with a question.

Old Master Fu, unable to fathom Gu Changge’s intentions, simply shook his head and said, “Xianchu Haotu is the immortal kingdom built by the Sovereign, a prosperous and thriving nation. The seas may dry up, and the thunder may wither, yet it still stands firm and unyielding. Over the millennia, the Xianchu Haotu has remained peaceful, with the nation flourishing and order maintained. Whether common folk or cultivators, all must follow the rules. There is equality among all beings, with no class oppression. The Sovereign, Chu Gucheng, imparts the Dao to the people, showing care for all life. Even mountain spirits and demon beasts are able to learn the Dao, shedding their mortal forms and transforming into dragons…”

Before he could finish, Gu Changge let out a faint, ambiguous laugh and said, “Old Master Fu, you have witnessed firsthand how Chu Gucheng rose to where he is today. Do you really believe Xianchu Haotu is like that?”

Old Master Fu still couldn’t grasp Gu Changge’s purpose and had no idea if he was an ally or an enemy. But facing this question, he still had an answer ready. “Though Xianchu Haotu hasn’t existed as long as other Daoist powers of the Xiyuan civilization, its foundation is incredibly strong, as you, young master, have seen. The Sovereign even possesses the aura of an emperor, having made a grand vow that one day, everyone in the world will be like a dragon, and everyone will become a sage.”

“A fine example of the aura of an emperor, a grand vow that everyone will be like a dragon and become a sage. If given the chance, I must certainly visit the Sovereign of Chu. Anyone who can say such words must be an extraordinary person.” Gu Changge said with a smile.

“If the young master wishes to visit the Sovereign, I can introduce you,” Old Master Fu said, feeling a little relieved. He thought that Gu Changge was intending to use him as a way to meet the Sovereign of Chu.

Although his situation in Xianchu Haotu had not been favorable lately, and he had developed some resentment towards Sovereign Chu Gucheng, he was, after all, an old minister of Xianchu Haotu. He had witnessed the rise of this great power step by step and could not speak ill of it lightly, even if his emotions had been stirred.”No need for that, there’s no need to trouble Old Master Fu. In fact, I’ve already met Sovereign Chu today. If I wish to visit again in the future, it will require an appropriate opportunity,” Gu Changge said, taking a sip of tea and smiling faintly.

Old Master Fu nodded, unsure when Gu Changge had met Sovereign Chu.

“Then, since the young master came today to find me, may I ask what matters you need help with? There are still some things within my ability that I can assist with,” he inquired again.

After all, Old Master Fu owed Gu Changge a life-saving favor and believed that Gu Changge had come today to ask for that favor.

“Indeed, there is something I need your help with, but based on the current situation, I fear you may not agree to it,” Gu Changge said with a smile.

He had originally thought that after the events in the Southern Wild Ancient Domain, Old Master Fu’s situation would have worsened after returning to Xianchu Haotu. Along with the estrangement from Sovereign Chu and various rumors, it was likely that Old Master Fu would have become depressed and harbor resentment towards both Xianchu Haotu and Sovereign Chu.

However, from the words he had just spoken, it was clear that Old Master Fu still had deep feelings for Xianchu Haotu.

Not long ago, Gu Changge had left a chess piece in Xianchu Haotu, named Chu Bai. Under the influence of the (Arrow of the Sun Bow) artifact spirit, Chu Bai often whispered rebellious words into Old Master Fu’s ear, mentioning Sovereign Chu’s moral corruption, and so on. Despite such provocations, Old Master Fu had been only minimally affected.

This, to Gu Changge’s surprise, was a complete deviation from what he had expected. When he was in the Southern Wild Ancient Domain, Gu Changge had clearly sensed Old Master Fu’s dissatisfaction with Chu Gucheng’s son, Chu Xiao. But due to various factors such as orders and face, Old Master Fu had kept silent.

Though Old Master Fu was loyal to Sovereign Chu, it was evident that he had a certain arrogance from his seniority and experience, looking down on anyone other than Sovereign Chu.

Logically, such a person would be easy to manipulate.

“I wonder what matter the young master refers to?” Old Master Fu asked, his heart suddenly shocked, his body tensing.

He suddenly had an ominous feeling.

At the same time, Old Master Fu glanced outside the pavilion, his shock growing so intense that he almost couldn’t speak, his soul nearly flying out of his body. He gripped his tea cup, his hand trembling slightly, his scalp tingling, a chill running from head to toe.

At that moment, the entire world seemed to fall into absolute stillness. The wind outside, the clouds drifting in the blue sky, the passing cultivators and beings on the street, the shouting and selling voices — all seemed to suddenly fade, sinking into an invisible and terrifying abyss.

He could even feel his own body disappearing, with only a trace of awareness still active. It should be noted that he was a Dao realm cultivator, not someone at the level of those who had passed through the Four Sky Calamities, but for him to fall into such a state without any warning was simply unthinkable, an incredible event…

“Old Master Fu, rest assured, no one else can hear our conversation today,” Gu Changge continued calmly, sipping his tea, seemingly unaware of Old Master Fu’s dramatically changing expression, his face filled with fear and shock.

“Indeed, the young master truly possesses extraordinary abilities.”

Old Master Fu took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down.

Although he had long suspected that Gu Changge was far more terrifying than the black-robed elder who had been by his side at the time, he had never had concrete evidence. Now, what he witnessed seemed to finally confirm his suspicions.

Such unfathomable, world-changing methods, changing the rules of reality, were something Sovereign Chu could never accomplish.

“It’s just a small trick, nothing worth concerning,” Gu Changge said with a faint smile. “Since you’ve nearly died once, Old Master Fu, I believe you’re not afraid of death. I do not intend to threaten your life, but I will give you a few moments to think. I want the destruction of Xianchu Haotu and the death of Sovereign Chu. If you help me, I will leave you some autonomy. If you refuse, then I will have to take a more troublesome route and borrow your body for a time.”

As he spoke, a swirling mass of black mist began to materialize, rising like dark seaweed, undulating with each breath. It spread a chilling, terrifying aura that made one’s heart shudder.

“Master, why waste time with this old man? Just let me devour him directly. Although this body isn’t as good as Jing Tianyuan’s, it is still at the Dao realm level, so it’s barely enough. You don’t need to worry, I won’t damage his primordial spirit or his memories.”

The black mist emitted a chilling, strange laugh, its dense form seeming as if it could devour everything in existence.

“If it’s not necessary, I don’t want to accumulate unnecessary killing karma. Those with sense tend to live longer than those who are stubborn and ignorant,” Gu Changge said, shaking his head slightly, his tone devoid of any emotion.

Old Master Fu watched the scene before him, and a cold shiver ran through his entire body.

At that moment, he deeply regretted coming here. If he had stayed at his mansion, even if Gu Changge were as powerful and audacious as he was, he probably wouldn’t have dared to make a move against him.

The cause of this situation, in the end, was his own foolishness—his relaxation and carelessness. He had believed that within the capital of Xianchu Haotu, there would be no real danger.