I am The Fated Villain

Chapter 1519: The Fascinating Immortal Binding Demonic Art, throw the Blame?

Gu Changge was naturally pleased to see this situation. The more the Xi Yuan Civilization underestimated the Heaven-Slaying Alliance, the more room he had for planning. He didn’t require the Heaven-Slaying Alliance himself; he was being watched by all civilizations, existing in the shadows where he could act without being seen. However, he estimated that this situation would not last long. Once the circumstances of the Xi Yuan civilization were entirely under his control, it would essentially mean that the situation of the boundless world would be fully opened. After that, many matters wouldn’t need to be planned as meticulously as they were now.

The Taiyuan Ancient Domain was located within the territory of Yu Xian Palace. During this period, it remained relatively calm and was not significantly affected by the conflict between Xian Chu Haotu and the Demon Court. Although Ye Suyi accompanied Gu Changge, she didn’t see him very often. Due to her outstanding appearance, she had gained considerable fame at Yu Xian Academy. Many disciples speculated that she might be the apprentice of the mysterious elder from Biluo Peak.

Gu Changge seemed to spend all his time at the cloud-shrouded Biluo Peak, invisible to outsiders, leaving them unaware of his activities. Occasionally, Ye Suyi would visit Biluo Peak under the pretense of needing help with her cultivation, but most of the time, she would find no one there. She was unaware of what Gu Changge was doing and noticed that he didn’t seem to require the same closed-door cultivation as the other elders. Instead, she had seen the dean of Yu Xian Academy appear at Biluo Peak respectfully, as if reporting something.

This scene only heightened Ye Suyi’s curiosity about the origin and identity of the mysterious Gu Changge. However, she never asked and simply focused on her own activities. She diligently practiced the Immortal Binding Demonic Art that Gu Changge had taught her. She had to admit that the exercises he provided were entirely different from those that Zi Susu had given her back then; the disparity in cultivation speed was incomparable. She could achieve the cultivation levels that typically took ordinary people ten or even a hundred years to reach in just a few days.

Such a terrifying speed of cultivation would captivate and drive people to madness. Ye Suyi didn’t have much ambition regarding her realm strength, but she still felt a sense of dreamy disbelief at her progress.

Several months passed in this manner. Contrary to what many forces in the Xi Yuan civilization anticipated, a full-scale war between Xian Chu and the Demon Realm did not occur. Instead, Xian Chu maintained a low profile during this period, summoning many experts back to its ranks. Chu Gucheng, the lord of Xian Chu, seemed to have sensed an undercurrent pushing against Xian Chu, leading it toward potential collapse.

Realizing the danger, he knew that if he made enemies everywhere before the situation was clear, it would only lead to further destruction. He had no choice; he did not wish to become the enemy of the entire world. Therefore, he had to exercise restraint, minimize conflicts, and avoid entanglements that could lead to karma.

The leaders of various forces were deeply moved, recognizing that they lacked the determination and perseverance of Chu Gucheng. They could not exhibit the same tolerance he did; one of their most beloved heirs had been killed, and they struggled to bear it. It was clear that his rise to power and the establishment of such a vast immortal domain were not without reason.

Meanwhile, the secret enemies of Chu Gucheng were quite disappointed; they did not witness the anticipated turmoil. They were also curious about which force might be plotting against Chu Gucheng from the shadows. After all, an enemy’s enemy is a friend, and for them to seek revenge on Chu Gucheng seemed unrealistic given their strength.

For Chu Gucheng to reach his current position, he must have offended many enemies, and numerous foes were lurking in the dark, even hidden from his awareness. This uncertainty weighed heavily on him; he could not afford to let anyone leave Xian Chu when their lives were at stake.

Although the death of Chu Xiao and Xian Chu’s retreat had somewhat eased tensions with the Demon Realm, everyone knew that this was merely a temporary reprieve.

Blood is thicker than water; it was impossible for Chu Gucheng to allow his heir to be killed by the Demon Court without consequences. Once the pressure eased, Xian Chu would undoubtedly launch a significant counterattack against the Demon Court. However, the Demon Court was not foolish; it had been actively seeking ways to establish contact with various forces in the Xi Yuan civilization. Many demon clan factions in the Endless Demon Realm had also received word and sensed that a decisive battle between the Demon Court and Xian Chu was imminent.

The current predicament of Xian Chu brought a mix of gloating and concern among many forces. While some delighted in the chaos, ancient beings worried that the downfall of the Xi Yuan civilization might originate from Xian Chu itself. During this time, powerful factions such as Yu Xian Palace, Lingshen Cave, and Zixiao Mountain sought ways to uncover Gu Changge’s whereabouts.

After a period of speculation, the events that transpired in Zigui City had spread throughout the many great universes of the Xi Yuan civilization. Countless cultivators and beings engaged in discussions, speculating about Gu Changge’s true identity. Some forces questioned the timing of his appearance, finding it difficult to feel secure given the uncertainty surrounding the Xi Yuan civilization.

Meanwhile, those who had conversed with Gu Changge that day—Zi Yunchuan, Zhao Tianfan, and others—were left in the dark about his whereabouts. The Wanzang Secret Realm in the Southern Wilderness Ancient Domain opened as scheduled, drawing many geniuses eager for opportunities. Zi Yunchuan and his companions hurried there, suspecting that Gu Changge might have already arrived. However, within the Wanzang Secret Realm, they found no trace of him, forcing them to give up in disappointment.

The forces backing them instructed that if they encountered Gu Changge, they must extend an invitation for him to return to their sect. As speculation and deduction ran rampant regarding the Zigui City incident, many began to ponder whether it was as simple as a coincidence. Could it be that the enigmatic Gu Changge was the true mastermind behind the scenes, orchestrating events to unfold as he intended?

However, the origin of that girl was later deduced and investigated, revealing a secret about Zixiao Mountain. This revelation shocked many forces that were closely monitoring the situation. If it were true that Gu Changge had intentionally orchestrated a conflict with Chu Xiao for the sake of that girl, it would seem unreasonable. After all, there appeared to be no connection between the two incidents, making their simultaneous occurrence seem purely coincidental.

Yet, if Gu Changge had prior knowledge of Chu Xiao’s identity, the question arose: why would he deliberately engage in conflict with him? In short, the myriad doubts and confusion left the speculations of all the forces muddled, ultimately leading them to attribute the situation to mere coincidence. Or perhaps they were overthinking it?

Another possibility lingered: what if Gu Changge had been in contact with the Seventh Prince of the Demon Court, Di Kun, for an extended period? Was he secretly plotting against the Demon Court? However, as soon as this possibility was raised, powerhouses from various factions shook their heads and laughed, dismissing it as fantasy and utterly unimaginable.

First and foremost, why would Gu Changge conspire against Xian Chu? How could he have known Chu Xiao’s identity in advance, and when had he established contact with the Demon Court? The premise of all these theories was impossible to explain.

As a result of this incident, a myriad of speculations emerged throughout the great universe of the Xi Yuan civilization. Many cultivators believed that the events were actually the result of various joint forces within the Xi Yuan civilization, using the Demon Court as a pawn in a conspiracy against Xian Chu. The timing of Gu Changge’s appearance was deemed too coincidental; thus, rumors and speculations were deliberately circulated to tarnish his reputation, casting him as the scapegoat for the events and raising suspicion about his involvement.

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