I Am the Fated Villain

Chapter 1557: The location of the Jing Family, changes around

This reunion, which had taken place after many years, was not as joyful as Jing Xiang had anticipated. On the contrary, Gu Changge’s arrival made him feel even more uncomfortable. After so many years apart, he noticed that his sister seemed to care little for him and was instead focused on Senior Brother Gu, who was accompanying her. Even Ling Yuxian had some disputes with Jing Xiao over this matter.

In Jing Xiang’s mind, Ling Yuxian was a detached and refined figure, pure and glamorous, having withdrawn from the world to lead an independent life; she shouldn’t be involved in this troubled realm. How could she argue with someone over another man, especially when that man was his own sister’s companion? Moreover, this man possessed a pure and elegant appearance, resembling the figure in the painting, and he seemed very well-suited for Ling Yuxian.

Jing Xiang’s good self-cultivation prevented him from displaying any visible displeasure, but his words and actions betrayed his feelings. Jing Xiao noticed some of her brother’s thoughts and felt a pang of guilt. After all, her thoughts had been solely on Gu Changge since her return, inevitably leading her to neglect her brother. To make amends, she initiated a conversation about her cultivation experiences and the interesting events at Yu Xian Palace over the years.

This made Jing Xiang feel somewhat better, and he then inquired about the purpose of their visit to Jing Guo.

Jing Xiao didn’t conceal her intentions from him; she explained that she wanted to find their parents upon her return. However, she had just learned that their parents were away on a long trip to visit friends and were not at home. Consequently, she sought his help to find out where they had gone.

It was difficult for Jing Xiang to answer, as he didn’t know either. Before their parents left, they had mentioned visiting friends and would be away for a while, but they hadn’t specified which friends.

“Father and Mother should have returned to the clan land…” At that moment, Jing Xiang recalled what the voice had said, hesitating before continuing. The Jing family had a long-standing history, with another clan land hidden from the world. Typically, no one knew of its existence; Jing Xiao might not even be aware of it.

Surprised, Jing Xiao asked, “Clan land? Brother, do you know something?”

Jing Xiang glanced at her, contemplated for a moment, and replied, “I’ve been researching ancient texts in the palace, and I did come across something that leads me to believe our parents have returned to that clan land. Perhaps something significant has occurred.”

“The Jing family’s clan land is likely not in this world but hidden in another space, making it impossible for outsiders to locate…” All of this information had been revealed by that voice. However, at this moment, Jing Xiang could only say that he had discovered it in the Scripture Pavilion at the palace.

“Will there be records of these matters in the palace? I’ve read many ancient books there before, but I’ve never come across them,” Jing Xiao expressed her doubts.

Jing Xiang nodded calmly and replied, “Perhaps you didn’t notice them at the time. Since you’ve been away for so many years, there might be some ancient records in the palace that you haven’t seen.”

Jing Xiao didn’t suspect anything amiss. On the contrary, Ling Yuxian suddenly regarded Jing Xiang with a meaningful look. Since this was a secret of the Jing family, and even Jing Xiao had been unaware of it until now, how could such information be included in the classics? How did Jing Xiang know about it? Or was it merely a guess?

“The significant event that occurred in Yu Xian Palace this time is closely related to the ancestors of my Jing family. Senior Brother Gu, when we came to Jing Guo, we actually intended to ask our parents about the location of their clan and didn’t want to waste time in Xiyan Prefecture,” Jing Xiao explained, detailing the entire situation to Jing Xiang.

Upon hearing this, Jing Xiang was taken aback; he hadn’t expected that Jing Xiao and the others had come seeking the clan land. Moreover, it was hard to fathom that the ancestors of the Jing family had such a connection with Yu Xian Palace. However, if Jing Xiao and the others were heading to the clan land, could they possibly take him along?

Jing Xiang, who had long yearned to break the curse and become a normal person, felt even more moved at this moment.

“As for the location of the clan land, I can look up ancient books; maybe they will be helpful…” he said after a brief hesitation. He planned to wait until noon the following day to consult the distant ancestors, who should know the whereabouts of the clan. When the time came, he would devise another reason to persuade Jing Xiao and the others to take him along. As long as he was in the clan land, he would have the opportunity to locate where the ancestors were sealed and seek their help in resolving his curse.

“It would be wonderful if Brother Jing Xiang could assist us,” Jing Xiao said, surprised that her elder brother was aware of the family land. She had never imagined that he would also suggest checking the location of the clan, and she was about to ask him something when Gu Changge, who had been quietly sipping tea and had not spoken a word, suddenly smiled slightly and directly supported Jing Xiang’s comments.

Ling Yuxian glanced at him, a hint of deeper meaning flashing in her beautiful eyes, as if she were curious about Gu Changge’s intentions. Meanwhile, Jing Xiang felt a growing dislike for Gu Changge.

However, Jing Xiang spoke so resolutely that his attitude softened a bit, and he was not as hostile as before. “In that case, I will go to the palace tomorrow to check again. It’s rare for you and Yuxian to come back, sister. I’ve told Ling’er and the others to prepare dinner.” A smile appeared on his face as he said this, and then he turned to leave.

Jing Xiao nodded, glanced at Ling Yuxian, and then personally took Gu Changge to find a courtyard for him to stay in temporarily. Ling Yuxian had lived here in the early years and didn’t need Jing Xiao to accompany her; she returned to the courtyard where she had originally resided.

During dinner, Ling Yuxian and Jing Xiao had no intention of conversing. Although Jing Xiang wanted to strike up a conversation with Ling Yuxian, she merely drank and ate quietly, her expression unchanged. He felt a pang of bitterness but realized there was nothing he could do. Gu Changge did not attend the dinner, citing a desire for seclusion.

In the courtyard, a thick fog enveloped the surroundings, shrouding all mysteries in a veil of uncertainty. A crystal-clear ancient mirror appeared before him, reflecting the changes occurring in the current Xi Yuan civilization. Zhuo Fengxie, Hun Yuanjun, and others were hastily making their way to Xi Yuan civilization as per his instructions.

In the demon court, Di Kun had gained power and obeyed the orders of the demon ancestor, summoning a horde of demons to march across the border of the vast land of Xian Chu. The endless army of the demon court stretched across the universe, ready to wreak havoc and kill indiscriminately as they aimed to capture Chu Gucheng on his birthday; the war was imminent.

Meanwhile, in the expansive land of Immortal Chu, the dark chess piece he had left behind was also beginning to play its role. On the famed mountain of Yu Xian Palace, Ye Suyi, who was out training, encountered a woman in a purple skirt. All the accumulated hatred and anger erupted like a volcano at that moment. She, who had seemed powerless at first, unleashed unparalleled strength and easily suppressed the cousin who had sold her to Lin Shuixuan.

Gu Changge observed the myriad scenes reflected in the ancient mirror, his expression remaining calm and unperturbed.