I Am the Fated Villain

Chapter 1613. The Nightmare Demon Domain, he will eventually return.

Although the Dai Tian Organization was destroyed, the remnants of the organization were not fully eradicated. In the long years that followed, many of the ancient sages and allies faced corresponding retribution—some were completely destroyed, some lost their families, some saw their doctrines collapse, and some witnessed the fall of their entire clans…

In order to rescue those ancient sages who had been captured and imprisoned by the remnants of the Dai Tian Organization, Nan Zun did not hesitate to take risks, pretending to submit and serve them, while secretly attempting to locate their stronghold and rescue the trapped allied sages.

The handwritten note before them contained records of Nan Zun’s many encounters, experiences, and observations during that period. After escaping from the organization, she wrote it herself to allow future generations to read and possibly find a way to resolve the issue.

“The Lord of Dai Tian is truly indestructible. Although he was sealed away, he will eventually return. This is the shared fervent belief of the remnants of the Dai Tian Organization. For this reason, they have done everything they can to obtain the six treasures of the first civilization and destroy them…”

Qing Xianzi continued speaking calmly, recounting the contents of the note.

“Her mother believed that if the six treasures of the first civilization could be gathered, it would be possible to seal away the returning Lord of Dai Tian once again. That’s why the remnants of the Dai Tian Organization have gone mad, trying to gather and destroy these treasures. If they succeed, there will be nothing left in the world that can threaten the Lord of Dai Tian. Fortunately, the six treasures of the first civilization were extremely mysterious. Except for the people of the era, few had seen them in their entirety. Because of this, many later civilizations that forged their own treasures were destroyed, and the treasures along with them were wiped out…”

Ling Yuling remained silent. Although Qing Xianzi’s words seemed simple, she could easily imagine how many civilizations had perished in the long river of time due to this cause.

“If you truly want to prevent this disaster, perhaps the only way is to find those six treasures of the first civilization. As far as I know, only one of them, the Coffin of the Dead World, is currently in the hands of that organization. You mentioned to me earlier that the other treasure, the Door of Eternal Life, has reappeared in the world. It seems the organization must have the means to sense the existence of the Door of Eternal Life. Soon, they will likely come for it.” Qing Xianzi’s tone remained calm, as if she were discussing something unrelated to herself.

“The Door of Eternal Life is not in my hands.” Ling Yuling shook her head and said, “But if what you say is true, the catastrophe that the Xiyuan Civilization will face is even more terrifying than I imagined.”

Upon hearing this, Qing Xianzi said nothing more. She turned around, took the nearby duster, and began to sweep the almost nonexistent dust in the cave.”Since Nan Zun has been to that organization before, she should know where their stronghold is, right?” After a long silence, Ling Yuling suddenly came back to her senses, her expression gradually regaining calm.

Qing Xianzi turned around and looked at her with a slightly surprised expression. She said, “What use is it even if she knows? Do you think you can destroy that place with just your own strength? The reason I told you these things is to make you realize the difficulty and give up, but it seems you’re still so stubborn and unwilling to back down. This reminds me quite a bit of my mother. Were all the people of her generation really so great and righteous, like her?”

At the end of her sentence, a faint curve appeared at the corner of her mouth, which seemed more like a mockery, though it could also be seen as a smile.

Ling Yuling ignored the subtle mockery in her words and asked seriously, “Then you must know where their stronghold is?”

“In the vastness, in the billions of times and spaces, in the immeasurable universes, there are always chaotic time-spaces hidden in dark corners. Among them, there is one such chaotic time-space, lawless and boundless, outside the past, present, and future. It’s called the Nightmare Demon Domain. If you want to search for it, go ahead, but don’t say I didn’t warn you.” Qing Xianzi spoke calmly.

Nightmare Demon Domain?

When Ling Yuling left the Floating Sky Continent, the name still echoed in her mind. She had never heard of such a place before. If she were to search for it, how could she even begin? Furthermore, with her current strength, even if she knew its location, what could she possibly do?

What kind of dangers and anomalies lay hidden in the Nightmare Demon Domain?

Ling Yuling sighed softly, glancing back at the slowly fading and blurring Floating Sky Continent. Her figure turned into a streak of light and she flew directly into the Sea of Time and Space, intending to return to the Yu Xian Palace.

As for what to do next, it could only be a long-term plan.

She always felt that Qing Xianzi was a bit strange, seeming to know a lot, but as though avoiding something, not directly telling her everything.

From what she said, it seemed there were many other ancient sage remnants hidden in the depths of the Sea of Time and Space, like the Floating Sky Continent, avoiding the pursuit of the Dai Tian Organization’s remnants.

Perhaps she could find a way to locate these remnants first.

“I wonder if the sage from the Xiyuan Holy Hall is still around. Once I regain some strength, perhaps I can visit her.”

“After all, she is the owner of one of the first civilization treasures. All these years, the Xiyuan Holy Hall has remained standing and has not been retaliated against. It must be because of the Mirror of Reincarnation protecting it.”

Ling Yuling sighed softly. The road ahead was uncertain, and the burden remained heavy and long.

The image of the solemn scene where the sages of all ages pledged blood oaths, sacrificing their lives to open the path for future generations, flashed through her mind. Now, though she was alone, she did not feel any fear.

At the same time, in the Xiyuan Civilization.

In the Xiyuan Holy Hall, which resembled a calm lake surface, white mist enveloped the area, and the green waves seemed as though they had been washed clean. The entire heaven and earth seemed to connect as one.

The Xiyuan Holy Maiden, barefoot and dressed in snow-white robes, stepped lightly on the surface of the lake. Her steps were not hurried, and she moved gracefully, as though floating. In an instant, she had already arrived thousands of miles away.The birthday of Chu Gucheng, the ruler of the Xianchu Haotu, was approaching, and with Elder Jin’s invitation, she had no reason to decline. Previously, Chu Gucheng had come three times to borrow the Reincarnation Mirror, but each time, she had politely refused with various excuses. If she did not attend this banquet, it would likely be seen as a direct insult, especially since Xianchu Haotu was still standing and had not perished. The Xiyuan Holy Maiden did not want to make their relationship awkward.

Chu Gucheng was not an easy character to deal with, and the Xiyuan Holy Maiden did not want him to find any flaws to exploit.

“Your Highness, do you require our accompaniment to the banquet?” Several of the Holy Maiden’s attendants appeared behind her, respectfully asking.

As the oldest and most powerful faction in the Xiyuan civilization, the Xiyuan Holy Hall held a transcendent position. Although the number of disciples and elders was small, each of them was extremely powerful.

“No need, I will be back soon, I won’t stay for long.” The Xiyuan Holy Maiden waved her hand without turning around.

The Xiyuan Holy Hall was located in the central region of the Xiyuan civilization, while the Xianchu Haotu was in a more remote area, separated by vast distances. However, with her strength, it would not take long for her to get there.

Soon, a vague time-space passage was casually opened by the Xiyuan Holy Maiden. She stepped inside and disappeared in an instant.

…

The Xianchu Haotu was bustling with activity, and the strong presence of the Demon Court did not affect the atmosphere in the least. The day after the Heavenly General was unexpectedly trapped, Lord Chu Gucheng dispatched two other Heavenly Generals, along with several Star Lords, to lead the army in an attempt to rescue the Heavenly General.

In his view, the Demon Court posed no real threat. He would only be concerned if the Demon Ancestor personally appeared.

The deep-rooted foundation and strong style of Xianchu Haotu made all the guests present feel a sense of awe.

Aside from Lord Chu Gucheng, there were many other hidden experts within Xianchu Haotu. Even his children and descendants had performed exceptionally well during this period, some of them even making marriage agreements with the heirs of various sects and divine lineages.

“My Xianchu Haotu’s national fortune is flourishing, its luck endless, like a true dragon soaring. A small calamity, what can it do to me?” Chu Gucheng thought with a proud heart as he stood on the city wall of the capital, gazing out over the vast domain.

During this time, the frustration and the pain of losing his son had completely vanished.

Many of the guests who accompanied him felt mixed emotions as they watched this scene, their thoughts were complex and full of admiration.

In time, Xianchu Haotu might become the most powerful force in the Xiyuan civilization. While it might not unify the entire civilization, there were few forces left that could challenge it.

Once rulers of the Endless Demon Domain, the Demon Court still could not do anything to Xianchu Haotu, not even touching its surface.

At this moment, in the eastern part of Xianchu Haotu, dazzling Buddhist light suddenly erupted. Illusory figures of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas appeared in the sky, and faintly, the sounds of ten thousand Buddhas chanting ancient scriptures could be heard. Some Buddhas were smiling as they plucked flowers, while Bodhisattvas were seated in meditation, with auspicious clouds coming in waves.

“It seems that the true Buddhas of the Tathagata Buddha Kingdom are arriving…”

Seeing this, Chu Gucheng smiled and prepared to rise to greet them.

At the same time, in another direction, a strange phenomenon appeared. Black-and-white mist spread across the sky, surging and billowing, blocking out the sun. It seemed as though light and darkness were constantly merging.

Within the light and mist, human figures moved, seemingly navigating a lone boat with the sky as the river and the heavens as the oar, heading towards the capital.

“The people from the Guangming Temple have also arrived. For this birthday, the Lord has almost invited all the most powerful forces of the Xiyuan civilization.”

Seeing this scene, the guests present couldn’t help but feel both awe and shock.

Chu Gucheng’s face showed an even deeper smile.