I Am the Fated Villain Chapter 1384

Chapter 1384: The Whole Zhuo Clan is sensational, Wants to Welcome the n.o.ble Guests

“Don’t you dare hide from my grandfather. Everything I said is true. If my grandfather doesn’t believe me, I can contact that lord right now.”

“When the time comes, grandfather will know whether it’s true or not.”

Zhuoyou knelt on the ground with her head bowed, appearing respectful and fearful, yet her words conveyed a lack of seriousness towards Zhuo Fengxie. Zhou Fengxie was one of the most powerful figures in the Zhou clan. Although Zhuoyou was also a heavenly elder, she was still insignificant in comparison and could be easily eliminated by Zhuo Fengxie.

By speaking these words, she was risking obliteration at his hands. However, Zhuoyou intentionally mentioned that lord to indicate to Zhuo Fengxie that there was someone backing her, hoping to instill fear in him so he would refrain from acting rashly. The reason she felt bold enough to return to the Zhuo Clan so openly and confront Zhuo Fengxie was actually due to Gu Changge’s instruction.

“Hmph, you’re quite bold, helping outsiders plot against our ancestors,” Zhuo Fengxie’s face remained grim, his fury evident.

He truly hadn’t expected Zhuoyou to be this audacious—unafraid of being obliterated by him—and to openly recount in detail the events leading up to her return to the clan. In the past, Zhuoyou would never have dared to speak to him like this. Clearly, she now had newfound confidence, believing the power behind her was strong enough to support her.

In Zhuoyou’s account, she explained that during her journey back to the Zhuo clan, she encountered a mysterious young man of unknown origin, who took her in. She served him and referred to him as her lord. That same mysterious young man had followed her to the immortal civilization, although he was nowhere to be found at the moment.

“I hope my grandfather will forgive me. I had no choice but to die halfway and couldn’t return to the family safely,” Zhuoyou continued to kneel, her tone steady and without much fluctuation.

Zhuo Fengxie stared at her with cold eyes and said, “If I had known you would bring such disaster upon our clan, it would’ve been better for you to die outside.”

In truth, he had already suspected that the mysterious lord Zhuoyou mentioned was likely the one responsible for the actions in the Dao Chang Realm. Zhuoyou, however, seemed unaware of the other party’s methods. She had probably been marked without realizing it, and they had tracked her all the way to the immortal civilization.

It was important to note that outside the immortal civilization, there existed a natural barrier of darkness, concealing its exact location. If someone hadn’t intentionally been tracking it, how could it have been discovered?

Zhuoyou felt a chill in her heart. Although she had antic.i.p.ated her grandfather’s reaction, she hadn’t expected him to be so utterly heartless. The faint sense of guilt she initially harbored for her actions vanished in an instant, and her expression turned calm.

“Grandfather, while you are indeed powerful, you are no match for that lord. You should know that even an old servant of his is not weaker than you—a lunatic feared across the boundless world,” she said, her voice steady.

“For the sake of the Zhuo clan, I advise you to think carefully and not be swept away by temporary anger.”

Her tone now carried a hint of mockery.

“Are you threatening me?” Zhuo Fengxie erupted with fury once more, and a terrifying spiritual storm surged through the s.p.a.ce, filled with an overwhelming aura of destruction.

With a wave of his hand, immense power burst forth, like stars cras.h.i.+ng down, directly striking Zhuoyou, sending her flying as she coughed up blood.

“I don’t dare to threaten you, grandfather, but I’m merely stating a fact,” Zhuoyou replied, coughing up several more mouthfuls of blood before steadying herself in the void and standing up.

She suppressed any hint of anger, fully aware that Zhuo Fengxie’s outburst was nothing more than impotent rage. If he had truly intended to kill her, she would already be dead. The difference in power between them was so vast that it was like the gap between immortals and mortals.

Zhuo Fengxie shot her a cold glance but quickly composed himself, realizing that no matter how furious he became, it would change nothing. His anger was directed at a mere junior who dared to plot against him.

“If you can contact this lord of yours, then introduce him to me,” he said calmly after regaining his composure. He now intended to meet Gu Changge in person to uncover his true purpose.

If Gu Changge’s anger stemmed from Zhuoyou’s involvement in the capture of the Dao Chang Realm, offering sufficient compensation might be enough to quell his rage. However, if Gu Changge had other motives, Zhuo Fengxie would need to tread carefully and consider his next steps.

Behind the immortal civilization lay the Xi Yuan civilization, and after each era, they were required to pay a significant amount of rare resources. Some factions within the Zhuo clan had connections with the Xi Yuan civilization, and despite the presence of an unknowable, mysterious ent.i.ty, Zhuo Fengxie was not entirely without confidence in dealing with it.

Seeing that Zhuo Fengxie had compromised, Zhuoyou breathed a sigh of relief and then quietly left the s.p.a.ce.

In the ancient world—the core of the Zhuo Clan—many clansmen watched as Zhuoyou emerged from Elder Zhuo Fengxie’s secluded chamber, and they all respectfully bowed in her direction. Zhuoyou responded with only a slight nod before her figure transformed into a stream of light, disappearing from the ancient world.

“Since Elder Zhuoyou returned this time, there seems to be something different about her,” one of the clan members remarked.

“I wonder what happened outside. I remember Elder Zhuoyou being proud and arrogant in the past, but now she seems to have toned down her sharpness.”

“It seems whatever she experienced outside dealt a heavy blow to her.”

Many members of the Zhuo clan spoke in hushed tones, noting that upon her return, Zhuoyou appeared less imposing, her once fierce demeanor softened. Some of the clan still found it difficult to accept this change in her.

“In the past, Zhuoyou relied on her talent and background, never considering me worthy of her attention. She believed she could undergo the fourth spiritual transformation and reach a level comparable to the True Dao Realm of the Immortal Dao Civilization.”

“But this time, not only did her power suffer a major setback, but her Dao heart was also shaken,” Zhuo Wu remarked, his deep eyes fixed in the direction where Zhuoyou had just departed, a sneer playing on his lips.

Zhuo Wu and Zhuoyou were from different bloodlines, and they had clashed frequently in the past. Seeing Zhuoyou so clearly defeated and weakened filled him with satisfaction.

“Ancestor, there’s news regarding the person you’ve been seeking. Someone spotted him in the Guilan Galaxy,” a kneeling Zhuo clansman reported respectfully. “Many of our people have rushed to the area, and we’ve also loosened the restrictions on the Ten Directions Universe Barrier in that sector. I believe we will apprehend him soon.”

“Very good.” Zhuo Wu’s sneer deepened upon hearing this report.

At the same time, Zhuo Wu waved her hand, and a simple, dusty bag fell straight down from the sky. The bag, made of an unknown material, was filled with a terrifying gray mist. The surrounding void was crushed to the point of collapse, and deep Dao runes flickered around it, giving it a weight exceeding billions of kilograms.

“This is the rare treasure I obtained from killing a Void Dao Realm existence in the Immortal Civilization who survived two catastrophes. It’s called the Qiantian Bag. Although it is broken, it is still priceless—an original substance of Immortal Dao,” she announced. “Whoever can catch the murderer who killed Tianyin, I will give this rare treasure to them.”

Hatred was etched on Zhuo Wu’s face; Zhuo Tianyin was her most important junior, one she had painstakingly trained for a long time. Her death was tied to Zhuo Wu’s own opportunities for promotion and transformation, and she could not bear to let it happen without retribution.

Moreover, in offering this rare treasure, she aimed to test the waters and discover whether the person behind Tianyin’s murder had any formidable supporters.

There were countless powerhouses within the Zhuo clan, but the extraordinary value of this rare treasure left everyone breathless, their eyes alight with desire. Many were tempted and began plotting to capture the murderer for themselves.

Soon, the news of this incident spread rapidly, causing not only a major upheaval within the Zhuo clan but also significant ripples among other power groups.

In the core area of the Zhuo clan, within an ancient city filled with magnificent colors, Gu Changge quietly sipped a type of spiritual tea unique to the Immortal Civilization while waiting for Zhuoyou’s arrival. She could contact him through special means, which was the primary reason Gu Changge had instructed her to return to the Zhuo clan first.

From Zhuoyou’s side, he had gained insight into her grandfather’s att.i.tude. All of this fell within Gu Changge’s expectations—unless Zhuoyou’s grandfather possessed the courage and confidence to confront him directly. However, it was clear that Zhuo Fengxie was neither foolish nor brave enough for such a course of action.

Lord!

As Zhuoyou arrived in the ancient city, her presence naturally drew the attention of everyone around. Even the city lord rushed over to greet her, which was incredibly shocking. The arrival of a Heavenly Elder from the Zhuo Clan was a rare event, occurring only once in a million years, creating an immense sensation.

It was important to note that, although this was a core area of the Zhuo Clan, the elders were typically elusive figures, rarely seen in everyday life. Most of the inhabitants of this ancient city were young members of various clans and forces, representing the rising generation of talents. The Heavenly Elder was regarded as equivalent to the background level of the clan’s ancestors, and even the most brilliant genius might not be deemed worthy of an audience with him.

“It doesn’t have to be this way,” Gu Changge said, waving his hand to indicate that Zhuoyou should not be overly respectful. “It’s best to be casual, as if you’re just visiting the Zhuo Clan.”

“Yes, my lord,” Zhuoyou replied, fully aware of the commotion her arrival would cause, yet she remained unfazed by it.

Outside the pavilion, prominent figures from various ethnic groups received the news and were left in shock, all eager to visit. No one understood why the Heavenly Elder of the Zhuo Clan had personally appeared at this location.

In the ancient city, home to hundreds of millions of souls, speculation and discussion ran rampant as they gazed at the castle within. However, after Zhuoyou arrived, there was no sign of anyone else, and a brilliant golden road suddenly emerged, stretching deep into the Zhuo clan and piercing through the entire universe.

On this golden path, alongside Elder Zhuoyou, were three other indistinct figures. Even the most powerful beings found it challenging to clearly see the true faces of these three, though it was evident that Zhuoyou treated them with considerable respect.

As this news spread, it triggered a ma.s.sive commotion across the realms, with shockwaves rippling through countless ethnic groups and creatures, leaving them in disbelief.

The Heavenly Elder of the Zhuo Clan was widely recognized as one of the most powerful beings, with only the ancestors of other ethnic groups able to be considered her equals. However, it appeared that the Heavenly Elder was currently welcoming distinguished guests, as evidenced by her behavior and demeanor.

This unexpected situation sparked a flurry of speculation and discussion among the various groups and creatures throughout the vast universe. The earlier heated debates regarding the deaths of Elder Zhuowu’s descendants on the Zhuo clan’s territory were momentarily overshadowed by this new development.

Upon hearing the news, other major ethnic groups within the Immortal Civilization were equally shocked and focused their attention on the matter.

“A Heavenly Elder personally appearing to greet someone—who are these three figures?”

“Could they be envoys from the Xi Yuan Civilization?”

“But we haven’t received any news about envoys arriving from the Xi Yuan Civilization. If they were, surely there would have been announcements; all our ethnic groups would have gone to greet them.”

“Or could these guests be those that Elder Zhuoyou encountered during her time outside?”

Members of the Hun, Wu, and Gou clans speculated that the Zhuo clan might have indeed met a notable guest this time. Yet, the overall atmosphere suggested that something more significant was at play.

Logically, if the Zhuo Clan were welcoming a distinguished guest, the entire clan would be prepared in advance, not just greeted by a Heavenly Elder. While the clans of the Immortal Civilization speculated and discussed this unexpected event, the Zhuo clan itself was equally shaken.

Many elders were completely unaware of the situation, taking a long time to process the shock after hearing the news. The rest of the clan was even more bewildered, wondering who had arrived to warrant the personal attention of a Heavenly Elder. Typically, they didn’t even see ordinary elders, let alone someone of such high status.

The Zhuo clan had strict rules, and many responsibilities were managed by various princ.i.p.als under the elders. These individuals oversaw numerous daily affairs and handled important matters among the different branches of the clan. The patriarch was largely a ceremonial position, often filled by a randomly selected elder.

In their daily lives, the elders focused primarily on cultivating their spirits and understanding their powers, rarely making public appearances. As a result, many members of the Zhuo clan were deeply astonished.

At this moment, Zhuo Fengxie, a significant figure from Zhuoyou’s lineage, also made his appearance. He ordered the clansmen to prepare a welcome banquet for the distinguished guests. Zhuo Fengxie’s status in the clan was exceptional; many elders speculated that his strength was now comparable to that of the ancestors. Several other prominent figures from the lineage felt a measure of fear in his presence.

It was noteworthy that the last time Zhuo Fengxie had shown up was during the arrival of the Xi Yuan Civilization, an event that had occurred nearly tens of millions of years ago.