I Am the Fated Villain

Chapter 877: He probably can’t even remember me, Xiao Zu of the Age of Innate Mythology

The term “Boundless Sea” was unfamiliar to ordinary cultivators; they had never encountered it. However, with their prolonged survival, ancient aristocratic families possessed specific records about the place. Knowledge of the boundless sea induced fear in those aware of its existence.

It’s a place where even immortal kings fear to tread.

In this tense atmosphere, the entire Immortal Realm grew more disturbed. Many ethnic groups contemplated relocating their entire clans. Yet, surprisingly, the Southern Immortal Realm remained peaceful compared to other realms.

The Moon King, governing various clans, issued a calming order from Moon King City. In three days, all tribes were to gather for worship.

Assuring the tribes not to worry, the Moon King declared he was not the true master of the Southern Immortal Realm.

The new master, he claimed, was benevolent and accepting. As long as the tribes submitted willingly, there would be no trouble.

With the Moon King’s guarantee, the tribes in the Southern Immortal Realm felt considerably more at ease. The impending downfall of the Buddha Kingdom heightened anxiety as the Southern Immortal realm faced an unknown crisis.

The following day, the Moon King emerged beneath the radiant sun and surging immortal spirit. He ordered her maids to prepare a banquet for numerous immortal kings across the domain. Within the Moon King’s Mansion, a vast hall served as the venue for the Moon King’s teachings.

However, he had now repurposed it as a venue to host the immortal kings from all races of the immortal domains. The surroundings were enveloped in fairy mist, surrounded by majestic mountains and forests of immortal islands.

Near the Dao platform, a large piece of immortal bamboo remained, and pavilion futons were already arranged, anticipating the arrival of immortal kings from various races across the immortal realm.

The Moon King, adorned in cage-colored gauze, stood on the bluestone. His figure appeared blurred, with Dao rhymes flowing around his, resembling a flawless moon god.

“Take your seats and await the arrival of the immortal kings from around the world for worship.”

He stood with her hands behind her back, sweeping his eyes across the Dao platform. He exuded an air of peerless beauty as if carved from immortal jade.

The Moon King’s mood could have been more relaxed. Despite being an immortal king, he never anticipated a day when he would be worshiped by immortal kings worldwide. Without Gu Changge’s prestige, the other immortal kings might not heed her orders.

Today’s events shook the entire Southern Immortal Realm. Many ordinary creatures only knew that the Moon King was hosting Immortal Kings from various domains, unaware of the underlying reason.

Compared to other immortal realms, the overall strength of the Southern Immortal Realm was relatively low, with only one or two immortal kings in charge. With the fall of the Buddha King and the disappearance of Dao-building experts, the Moon King became the sole ruler.

For thousands of years, Immortal Kings from other domains had never visited the Southern Immortal Realm. It was considered barren compared to the others. Today’s lively scene was a rare occurrence in countless epochs.

Divine lights rushed in one after another, with figures visible almost every moment. Heaven and earth rumbled as ancient chariots descended, bringing high-level figures from various old ethnic groups under the jurisdiction of the Moon King.

The Tuoba Ancient Clan is here for worship!

The Yin Xian lineage is here for worship!

Boundless Immortal Mountain is here for worship!

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The servants regularly encountered prominent figures from various clans outside the Moon King’s Mansion. Even the weakest ones who managed to come were Dao-building experts by experience.

Additionally, ancient true immortals, standing at the pinnacle of immortal Dao, served as the true powerhouses behind various ethnic groups. Not every faction had an Immortal King in command, as seen in the vast Southern Immortal Realm, where only one or two Immortal Kings presided.

However, a considerable number of true immortals existed. Any ethnic group with a more extended heritage had the time and resources to accumulate true immortals.

Outside the Moon King’s Mansion, the entities represented significant ethnic groups in the Southern Immortal Realm. Some immortal ancestors arrived with their descendants, displaying utmost respect and refraining from probing too much. They followed the servants into the mansion and, guided by Moon King Mansion’s attendants, entered the Immortal Bamboo Forest.

“Can we truly witness the legendary taboo today? I heard he’s the new master of the Southern Immortal Realm, and even the esteemed Moon King must obey his orders,” ventured some courageous young individuals, curiously peering into the depths of the platform.

Yet, a vast, chaotic air obscured the scene, resembling a thick fog, making it impossible to see. The Moon King was not visible; only the busy servants and a group of maids were present.

Upon hearing the youth’s chatter, the elders’ complexions changed slightly. They sternly instructed the youngsters to remain silent. Despite the Moon King’s assurance that the new owner would not harm them, offending him could bring unwarranted misfortune to their family.

The guests speculated as they awaited developments. Suddenly, a sea of terrifying coercion swept from the distant sky. It abruptly restrained itself as it approached, and a middle-aged man, seemingly in good spirits, descended from on high.

Clad in a black robe with dragon horns on his head, his eyes held a depth that even real immortals wouldn’t dare to meet. Around him, a sense of space-time distortion and broken laws created a terrifying and shocking aura.

“The Immortal King Ao Di of the Eastern Immortal Territory has arrived!” announced the servants at the Moon King’s Mansion gate, revealing the person’s background. Guests were taken aback, seeing the true face of this immortal king for the first time.

Ao Di, Immortal King, allegedly connected to the actual dragon lineage, ruled the boundless sea area of the Eastern Immortal Domain and commanded numerous aquatic beings. He stood as a pivotal force in the Eastern Immortal Domain. Behind him, several real immortals, including several young-looking men and women, accompanied him.

That’s Princess Ao Ling, an outstanding genius in the Eastern Immortal Domain, rumored to possess the talent of an Immortal King. I didn’t expect Immortal King Ao Di to bring this descendant here.

Many guests murmured as they observed a charming girl with sparkling dragon horns trailing behind Immortal King Ao Di.

She wore a gentle smile, donning a light blue flowing immortal dress that created a stark contrast with the solemn figures surrounding her. However, her few clansmen shielded her, never straying more than three steps from Immortal King Ao Di, emphasizing her significance and the protection afforded by the Ao clan.

“Where is the Moon King now?” inquired Ao Di Immortal King, middle-aged yet exuding an aura of calm majesty. His eyes, when opened and closed, seemed to encapsulate the evolution of stars in the universe. He posed the question to several Moon Palace servants, his expression somewhat sullen.

Despite his status as an immortal king, the Moon King hadn’t personally greeted him. Instead, a few servants waited at the door without acknowledging a genuine immortal.

Bai Chuan, a quasi-immortal king, approached at this point, wearing silver battle armor and displaying a handsome, young face. He gestured to Ao Di to step aside, indicating a familiarity that suggested a significant relationship.

Bai Chuan…

Immortal King Ao Di nodded slightly at Bai Chuan’s appearance, the sullen expression on his face dissipating. He followed Bai Chuan to the side, paying little attention to the trembling Moon Palace servants.

Witnessing this scene, many guests felt a sense of confusion, anticipating that something significant would unfold. Immortal King Bai Chuan had been absent for several days, reappearing only today. Before that, many assumed he had left the Southern Immortal Domain.

“It appears your words were true—Moon King is now under control,” Immortal King Ao Di remarked as he and Bai Chuan conversed nearby.

The space around them blurred, preventing outsiders from observing clearly. They spoke discreetly, unconcerned about being overheard by the other entities present.

“I returned to Moon King’s Mansion for a few days, but I only encountered Moon King once. No one can approach the cave where he usually cultivates, not even me,” Bai Chuan shared, shaking his head with a hint of doubt clouding his originally stern expression.

His bond with Immortal King Ao Di ran deep; they had become acquainted in the Eastern Immortal Domain, cultivating a connection beyond friendship.

“I don’t think you need to overly worry about Moon King’s safety. Considering the current situation in the Immortal Domain, it seems likely that the one in control has other motives and may not easily destroy the Immortal Realm,” reassured Immortal King Ao Di, understanding Bai Chuan’s concern for Moon King and expressing relief.

“Despite that, I’m still concerned about the methods used to control Moon King…” Bai Chuan admitted, his worry evident in his words. “That’s why I asked you to help me, brother, to use the Nine Profound Divine Mirror to spy on reality at this banquet.”

Bai Chuan sighed, unable to conceal his anxiety. The Nine Profound Divine Mirror, a supreme treasure from the Eastern Immortal Domain, was shrouded in endless mysteries.

Originating from Outland, it was once wielded by an immortal king and later came into the possession of the Sea Clan. Now, it rested in the hands of Immortal King Ao Di.

Bai Chuan sought Ao Di’s assistance to use the mirror to uncover the truth about Gu Changge during the banquet and understand his current state. Immortal King Ao Di, after a moment of silence, nodded.

“Don’t worry, I will find a way to help you. Now is not the time to discuss this further. If there’s anything, we can talk later,” he said, mindful of the multitude of beings in the Moon Palace. He was concerned that other immortal kings might notice any abnormal behavior on his part.

Bai Chuan nodded, and the two parted ways without further conversation. While Bai Chuan hesitated to take direct action against Gu Changge, he planned to approach the situation strategically, aiming to rescue Moon King from imminent danger.

“It’s best not to meddle in such matters. Remember, our purpose here is simply to observe the spectacle,” advised Immortal King Ao Di. After parting ways with Bai Chuan, he deviated from the other guests, heading directly into the depths of the immortal forest.

There, he discovered Ao Ling, the girl in the flowing blue fairy skirt, leisurely wandering near a deep pool. Her lively demeanor and the smile on her face suggested a positive mood. Immortal King Ao Di approached her respectfully, displaying an attitude of deference toward the younger generation.

“But little ancestor, if our Ao people merely watch the spectacle without taking action, could it potentially displease the one in control?” respectfully inquire Ao Di Immortal King.

“No, if it’s truly that one, he’s not as formidable as the rumors claim. I truly don’t understand the forbidden era that your future generations speak of…” Ao Ling expressed casually, throwing a stone into the cold pool.

Her tone seemed carefree, yet the information conveyed left Immortal King Ao Di’s heart quivering.

He knew that the little ancestor before him held a terrifying seniority, reaching back to an era older than the Forbidden Era, known as the Age of Innate Mythology. However, he hadn’t anticipated that she had encountered “that one” long ago.