I Am the Fated Villain

Chapter 1695. Is this a treasure that the Master specially crafted for me?

Ling Yuling asked herself if she could ever reach the level of kindness and generosity that Gu Changge exhibited, let alone forgive everyone.

Half a year was enough for her to come to terms with many things, but now there was no way to make up for it, no room for reconciliation.

Her gaze was dim, as she followed Gu Changge and Mu Yan back into the valley.

This valley, though not very large, had homes and courtyards scattered across it. It was simple and unadorned, with a stream of water flowing through, surrounded by a misty white fog, with the sound of bamboo rustling.

By the stream, peach blossoms bloomed in full, with petals falling gracefully, creating a beautiful and vibrant scene.

Mu Yan took Yao Yao from Gu Changge and arranged for her to stay in a separate courtyard. She was also curious about Yao Yao’s identity.

Although Yao Yao wanted to live with Gu Changge, she understood that she had grown up now, and Gu Changge couldn’t agree to that.

So, she followed Mu Yan quietly, head lowered, acting obediently as she was guided to her assigned courtyard.

Mu Yan didn’t mind that Yao Yao wasn’t paying much attention to her. She thought that maybe the little girl was just shy and would warm up after a few days.

She could see that Yao Yao was very close to Gu Changge and seemed reluctant to leave his side.

Gu Changge, on the other hand, indulged and cherished her, which surprised Mu Yan. She almost suspected that the little girl might be the illegitimate daughter of Gu Changge and some other woman.

Otherwise, how could one explain Gu Changge returning with such a beloved girl?

Her curiosity grew, and she grabbed Yao Yao’s hand, asking her a multitude of questions, trying to dig up secrets about Gu Changge.

Looking at the beautiful woman, who was too curious for her own good and kept probing into her background, Yao Yao felt somewhat upset and couldn’t feel happy.

Why did there always have to be so many people around Master, all clamoring to be his wife?

She already had one older sister, Xian’er, which gave her a headache, and now there were even more people trying to compete for his affection.

Before, she had relied on her natural advantage of being a child, continuously seeking Gu Changge’s pampering and love.

But as she grew older, she realized that while Gu Changge still pampered her, he wouldn’t act in overly intimate ways anymore, like before when he would carry her in his arms. Now, he would only hold her hand.

During the several days after returning to the Fatian Alliance, Gu Changge personally went to various places, collecting many rare materials and even ventured into the deep space to salvage some fragments of rare treasures imbued with the essence of the unknown.

Afterward, following the guidelines in the Scavenger’s Book, he crafted a fortune-enhancing treasure for Yao Yao, naming it the “Fortune Furnace.”

The Fortune Furnace, at first glance, was only the size of a palm, spinning in Gu Changge’s hand. It had a three-legged round mouth, and its lid was crystal clear, like an ancient jade carved in the shape of a furnace. The surface was etched with numerous ancient and intricate patterns.

Mountains, stars, insects, fish, birds, beasts, ancient ancestors, and ancient divine kingdoms—all the marvelous secrets of the world were included, each breath seemingly enveloped by an immense aura of fortune, emanating a mysterious atmosphere.

He directly handed the Fortune Furnace to Yao Yao but did not explain how to use it, simply telling her to figure it out herself. This treasure would greatly aid her early cultivation, though she couldn’t rely on it forever, as he had intentionally left some limitations.

Yao Yao stared blankly at the clear furnace in her palm. Although it was her first time seeing it, she could already feel a connection, as if it resonated with her very own essence.

This furnace seemed to exist because of her.

After a moment of daze, a look of immense joy and happiness appeared on her face. She played with the Fortune Furnace, loving it and unable to put it down.

“How biased…” Mu Yan, watching this scene, couldn’t help but murmur, her eyes also filled with curiosity.

She wasn’t jealous, but she felt that Gu Changge was indeed too good to Yao Yao.

“Fortune treasure…”

Although Ling Yuling’s cultivation was sealed, it didn’t affect her sharp eyes.

She was deeply astonished, never expecting Gu Changge to spend such a great price to forge such a terrifying treasure for Yao Yao.

Anything related to fortune was imbued with unimaginable, mysterious transformation.

And the corresponding karma always fell on the one who forged it. But, since Gu Changge had already established the Fatian Alliance, he certainly wouldn’t care about this karma.

“Do you like it?” Gu Changge looked at Yao Yao, who was so attached to the furnace, and couldn’t help but smile.

“I like it, thank you, Master.” Yao Yao nodded eagerly, her joy evident.

Ling Yuling watched Gu Changge’s rare, genuine smile, her emotions growing more complex.

This was still the same Gu Changge, the master of the Fatian Alliance, a figure feared and dreaded by all, whose very name sent chills down the spine.

Could it be that the same person who was so feared by the world also had such a warm and gentle side?

If she hadn’t seen it with her own eyes, no one would have believed that he could have this kind of gentle tenderness.

“That’s good to hear. Now, familiarize yourself with it. Once you’ve fully refined it and understood its function, I’ll have you go out on your own to hone your skills,” Gu Changge nodded slightly.

He had other plans and purposes. The Fortune Furnace, like the Primordial Golden Book he had once given to Zhao Xiuyan (also known as A-Man), was a treasure related to fortune. But compared to the path he had arranged for A-Man, Gu Changge planned to have Yao Yao follow his own previous path, to harvest fortune and strengthen herself.

The process of refining fortune could help Yao Yao turn the fortune she harvested into nourishment for her growth. Of course, the furnace’s true potential wasn’t just in this—Gu Changge had also placed many restrictions within it, waiting for Yao Yao to discover on her own.

“Ah…?” Yao Yao, still immersed in the joy of receiving the Fortune Furnace, suddenly froze. The smile on her face quickly disappeared.

Even the Fortune Furnace in her hand seemed to lose its appeal.

Gu Changge looked at her, the smile on his face fading. He seemed to become more stern at that moment.

“What’s wrong? Don’t want to?” He asked.

“It’s not that… I just don’t want to leave Master’s side so soon.” Yao Yao quickly shook her head, speaking softly.

“With your current cultivation, it will still take some time to fully refine the Fortune Furnace,” Gu Changge shook his head helplessly, reaching out to ruffle her hair.

Yao Yao lifted her face and gently rubbed against his warm palm, whispering, “Will Master stay with me a little longer?”

“This time will be a good opportunity for Mu Yan to teach you some survival and combat experience outside,” Gu Changge changed the topic, glancing at Mu Yan.

Mu Yan immediately recalled the first time she met Gu Changge. Her fair, flawless face flushed slightly, and she couldn’t help but glare at him.At that time, Yao Yao didn’t know Gu Changge’s background at all. She just thought of him as a young man from a prestigious family, out traveling and inexperienced in the ways of the world. She simply didn’t want to get him involved in any trouble.

“…?”

Yao Yao hesitated and glanced at Mu Yan.

Mu Yan, with her captivating beauty and ethereal charm, noticed and, not happy with the silence, said, “What? Even you’re starting to dislike me now?”

Over the past few days, Yao Yao had gotten somewhat familiar with Mu Yan. After Gu Changge entrusted Yao Yao to her, he left the valley and disappeared. This forced Yao Yao to follow Mu Yan around and familiarize herself with the surroundings.

Since coming to the Xiyuan civilization, Gu Changge had not shared any details with her. But Mu Yan, in Yao Yao’s eyes, seemed somewhat unreliable. She had been trying to indirectly inquire about Gu Changge’s background and secrets.

On the other hand, the elegant and gentle woman wearing shackles, Ling Yuling, seemed more dependable in Yao Yao’s eyes. Yet, Yao Yao couldn’t figure out why Ling Yuling had been shackled and confined to this valley.

Of course, Yao Yao was considerate enough not to inquire about Ling Yuling’s situation.

In the following days, Yao Yao continued to try and refine the Fortune Furnace, but with her current cultivation level, the progress was slow. She could only make a little progress each day.

Gu Changge didn’t assist her in the refining process because this very process was a form of spiritual tempering for Yao Yao, a rare cultivation experience.

She had reached this point mainly through the accumulation of resources and background. Her foundation was solid, but compared to those who had carefully and steadily advanced step by step, there were still some innate shortcomings, particularly in terms of mental purity and the issues related to her temperament.

The process of refining the Fortune Furnace was exhausting, monotonous, and cumbersome. But it was precisely a method for tempering Yao Yao’s heart and spirit.

Gu Changge knew that due to Tao Yao’s disappearance, Yao Yao had become overly obsessed and impatient in her pursuit of cultivation and strength.

While this was a good thing, it wasn’t entirely positive.

…

In the ancient territory of Qingyu, Snow Capital City. This ancient domain had once been part of the Three Thousand Ancient Domains under the control of Xian Chu Hao Tu. However, after the Xian Chu Hao Tu was destroyed, the Fatian Alliance took over, and it was now their territory.

The city housed nearly a hundred billion cultivators and living beings. People came and went like a tide, with figures of various races, war chariots, ancient ships, and flying vessels visible in the streets. The order was strict, and no one dared to act recklessly.

In a guesthouse filled with chaotic mist, Luo Xiangjun looked at the response that appeared on the jade slip and finally let out a sigh of relief.

“The Lord of the Fatian Alliance actually kept me waiting for so long. I really don’t know what kind of person they are. If I get the chance, I’ll definitely pay a visit to find out.”

Meanwhile, in the ancient jade on the table, streams of mist rose, and the image of the Eternal Beginning God emerged.

His ancient and indifferent face carried a hint of coldness and displeasure.

Luo Xiangjun didn’t pay attention to the Eternal Beginning God. This was the sixth time she had received a response over the past six months. Unlike the previous five, this time, the response was that the Lord of the Fatian Alliance had returned.

Previously, she had been told that the Lord of the Fatian Alliance was absent and that she should wait.

Luo Xiangjun didn’t know whether Gu Changge didn’t want to meet her or if he truly wasn’t in the Fatian Alliance. But regardless, receiving this answer meant that she could now set off to pay a visit, which would also allow her to address the matters related to the Eternal Secret Vault.