Chapter 1050, One Hundred Thousand Years to Freedom; Noticed You a Long Time Ago

Translator: Fate

Translation Checker: Silavin

 

“Young Master Gu will not make things difficult for the Zhuo Clan, so there is no need for you to be so vigilant. Besides, from a certain perspective, the future might even turn out to be a rare opportunity for the Zhuo Clan.”

 

Zhuo Fengxie stood respectfully beside Gu Changge, giving off the appearance that he was subservient to Gu Changge. At the same time, he earnestly persuaded the Elders of the Zhuo Clan gathered in front of him.

 

Upon hearing those words, bitter expressions appeared on the faces of the Zhuo Clan Elders. Most of their complexions also turned pale and ashen. It was not until this moment that they finally understood how terrifying the gap between themselves, and Gu Changge was.

 

If not for Zhuo Fengxie, who secretly betrayed the Zhuo Clan and brought Gu Changge here to capture them all at once, the Zhuo Clan could have had a great chance of resisting. Unfortunately, there was no such chance now.

 

Gu Changge could easily eradicate every single one of them. It had to be said that even Zhuo Shixuan’s True Body was seized and captured from across a distant Spacetime. His abilities were not only shocking but also horrifying and despairing.

 

Even somebody as strong as Zhuo Fengxie, who could rival the Zhuo Clan’s Founding Ancestor in strength, was now respectfully obeying Gu Changge’s instructions. If they attempted to resist, they would probably perish in the attempt.

 

“We are willing to obey your instructions, Young Master Gu. On account of our friendship over the past few days, please show mercy on the Zhuo Clan.”

 

With a bitter taste in their mouths, the Zhuo Clan Elders, who visited Gu Changge recently, exchanged a glance with each other and chose to surrender.

 

In the days of old, they were an extremely proud and arrogant Clan. Travelling through countless Spacetime and universes believing themselves to be unrivalled. However, it turned out that their very life and death could be decided on a whim in the hands of a truly powerful opponent.

 

This realisation caused waves of powerlessness, bitterness, and helplessness to wash over them.

 

Among those in the Immortal Spirit Civilisation, they were considered the peak existences. Yet, what was the difference between their current position and the meat sitting on the chopping board?

 

Having reached this point, they had a bright future ahead of them. They did not wish to perish here, what more when even Zhuo Fengxie had chosen to surrender?

 

“Of course. I never planned to take action against the Zhuo Clan in the first place. If you are smart, then we can save the trouble of having unnecessary casualties.” Gu Changge smiled faintly and continued, “It is not easy for you to cultivate and progress to this point. A wise man submits to the circumstances. Why would you sow the seeds of disaster for yourself and your Clan for the sake of the Primary Hope Civilisation?”

 

The Zhuo Clan’s heritage was profound. They had no less than twenty existences that were comparable to Dao Realm experts. Such a lineup was considered a terrifying Force that the Spirit Ruin Civilisation could never hope to match.

 

Considering that every Dao Realm expert was a rare resource, Gu Changge was reluctant to waste such a precious commodity for no reason.

 

At this moment, Zhuo Fengxie resumed his persuasion. “The Young Master is right. The Zhuo Clan will either submit to the Primary Hope Civilisation or the Young Master. In any case, we will have to submit to one of them. There are no differences between the two. Why should you sacrifice your lives for the sake of the Primary Hope Civilisation? The Young Master is benevolent. He will not harm the Zhuo Clan. In this aspect, you can rest assured.”

 

His words caused the rest of the Zhuo Clan Elders to look conflicted.

 

Zhuo Shixuan himself was somebody who had lived for countless years. Naturally, he understood how to make a decisive choice at such a time. He did not hesitate for long before he decided to surrender and submit, just like the Zhuo Clan Elders from earlier.

 

Seeing that, even the Elders who represented the Zhuo Clan’s hard-line faction fell silent.

 

Gu Changge did not make things difficult for those Elders. After all, he planned to make use of the Zhuo Clan in the future. While there was no need to win over everybody, he could not humiliate them at will either.

 

Those who managed to reach this far in their cultivation were bound to have experienced numerous disasters and hardships. How could they allow themselves to be humiliated by others? Those with a slightly more conceited and resolute personality might even choose to destroy their Dao Fruit in an instant, rather than suffer the humiliation.

 

When Zhuo Fengxie saw that the Elders were not doing anything stupid, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief. From the bottom of his heart, he truly did not wish for any casualties to occur within the Zhuo Clan. It would be for the best if they could surrender peacefully.

 

“Everyone, please rest assured. I have promised that I will not make things difficult for the Zhuo Clan. Naturally, I will not renege on my words. I will not make things difficult for you either.

 

“You will only need to serve me for one hundred thousand years. After one hundred thousand years, you are free to stay or leave as you wish. I will not force anybody. If you do not believe me, I can swear an oath on my Dao Heart.” Gu Changge smiled.

 

Contrary to expectations, the next words that came out of his mouth caused the Elders in front of him, who were looking rather dejected, to stiffen in surprise. Many of them even glanced over in disbelief.

 

One hundred thousand years might sound like a long time, but in the eyes of existences like themselves, one hundred thousand years was no more than a blink of an eye. They would often enter seclusion for several hundred thousand years, so one hundred thousand years was truly nothing.

 

Even Zhuo Fengxie was taken aback. He was surprised that Gu Changge only wanted the Zhuo Clan to serve him for one hundred thousand years.

 

The eyes of many Zhuo Clan Elders immediately brightened with hope. It seemed that they would only need to endure for one hundred thousand years, and then they would obtain their freedom once more.

 

“I hope… that you are speaking the truth, Young Master Gu, and that those words are not just to deceive us.” Although Zhuo Shixuan was amazed and frightened by Gu Changge’s immense strength, that did not mean he was willing to compromise and resign himself to servitude. He had only chosen to surrender so that he could ensure his safety for the time being and then slowly figure out a plan to escape later.

 

Nevertheless, Gu Changge’s statement caused his determination to waver slightly. One hundred thousand years was just a blink of an eye to him. After all, he would often spend millions or tens of millions of years cultivating and comprehending the Great Dao in seclusion.

 

“Of course.” Gu Changge continued to smile.

 

For him, one hundred thousand years was enough. As for what would happen after the one hundred thousand years, the outcome was no longer within his consideration. Besides, even if one hundred thousand years passed, what would happen afterwards was just a matter of thought to him.

 

As for the oath on the Dao Heart? He had never cared much for such a thing. In any case, there was no oath on his Dao Heart that could restrain him in any way.

 

A limit of one hundred thousand years was tantamount to giving the entire Zhuo Clan a glimmer of hope. In this way, Gu Changge could save himself some trouble. At the very least, they would not only be less likely to cause trouble but also be much more honest during the one hundred thousand years.

 

…

 

The Elders of the Zhuo Clan were in turmoil. However, the incident was only known within a small circle of the Zhuo Clan. For the ordinary members of the Zhuo Clan, nothing was out of the ordinary. Their daily lives had not undergone any changes whatsoever.

 

There were several other Ancestors in the Zhuo Clan who remained deep in seclusion. Even the Elders of the Zhuo Clan did not know their current whereabouts. Among these Ancestors was the Founding Ancestor who founded the Zhuo Clan.

 

Those Ancestors remained ignorant of the fact that the Zhuo Clan had chosen to surrender to Gu Changge. Many of the Elders in the Zhuo Clan were worried that turmoil and war would break out once those Ancestors learned about the situation.

 

However, Zhuo Fengxie told them not to worry because he understood those Ancestors.

 

In their eyes, the survival of the Zhuo Clan was far less important than their respective cultivation. That was why they had not appeared in person for several hundred epochs. If the Zhuo Clan encountered a disaster that was within their power to resolve, then they might reveal themselves and solve the problem. If the problem was beyond their ability, their priority would be to protect themselves.

 

They were so immersed in the lengthy process of their cultivation that even their direct descendants were practically invisible to them, what more their descendants with weak Bloodline ties to them? In fact, Bloodline meant little to them.

 

Besides, Gu Changge’s terrifying strength was not something the Ancestors of the Zhuo Clan could ever hope to compete with. If things ever came to that point, they would most likely choose to submit too.

 

On the other side, a similar situation as the Zhuo Clan was taking place within the Hun Clan.

 

Hun Yuanjun had stepped forward to integrate the power of the Hun Clan. His Seniority was very high, and he was considered one of the Ancestors of the Hun Clan. Therefore, the Elders of the Hun Clan did not dare to go against his orders at all.

 

Things at the Hun Clan went much more smoothly compared to the Zhuo Clan, but Gu Changge came forward at the end anyway.

 

As before, he asked the Hun Clan to serve him for one hundred thousand years and promised to set them free after the one hundred thousand years. The entire Hun Clan resisted at the beginning. It was not until Gu Changge revealed his horrifying strength that they were forced to accept the reality.

 

The Zhuo Clan and Hun Clan were struck by great turmoil over the past few days. Similarly, the situation in the outside world was equally as tumultuous.

 

The Azure Sky Realm that had vanished for countless epochs had suddenly reappeared in the world.

 

A bright beam of light burst forth, as though blasting open the ancient Heavenly Gates. Magnificent light illuminated the Great Universe, and the sacred rain of light caused many different Spacetimes to be filled with dazzling light.

 

The Azure Sky Realm was an extremely mysterious Secret Domain. It was also said to be a treasure vault located outside this world.

 

There were countless resources hidden within, including Divine Techniques, Pills, precious treasures, divine mines, and ancient gems… The treasures were supposedly too numerous to count.

 

It was a splendid place indeed, almost like a magnificent yet ancient world was shining brightly. Faintly visible were the outlines of sacred mountains and towering ancient trees. Moreover, an astoundingly dense Vitality Source Matter leaked out into the surroundings.

 

Many Great Universes in the Immortal Spirit Civilisation were shaken by the phenomenon. At the same time, numerous Forces quickly dispatched their experts to the Azure Sky Realm to fight for the opportunities within.

 

It was just that there existed terrible protective Arrays inside the Azure Sky Realm. If one’s cultivation was too strong, then they would have trouble entering the Azure Sky Realm. Moreover, they would be highly suppressed by a terrifying force.

 

If a Dao Realm expert stepped into the Azure Sky Realm, they might even cause the space within the Azure Sky Realm to become disordered and bring about uncontrollable disasters…

 

Consequently, many of the Elders from various Forces could not enter the Azure Sky Realm. Their only option was to wait outside. On the other hand, it was an extremely wonderful opportunity for the younger and middle-aged generations.

 

Many of the cultivators and the living creatures were desperately looking for methods to approach the Azure Sky Realm so that they could sneak inside. Hence, innumerable Immortal Kings appeared in the vicinity of the Azure Sky Realm during this period.

 

Outrageous battles soon raged outside the territory. Many of the Star Territories were destroyed. Some of the cultivators even witnessed several neighbouring universes collapsing from the aftermath of those battles.

 

It was later said that the Immortal Kings engaged in battle accidentally agonised a nearby Star Beast for some reason.

 

The terrifying Star Beast consequently opened its mouth and swallowed the entire universe in anger.

 

At this point, many of the cultivators noticed that the vicinity of the Azure Sky Realm happened to be an infamous chaotic and uninhabited land in the Immortal Spirit Civilisation. Numerous terrifying Star Beasts that existed since ancient times lived in that place.

 

As such, even Immortal Kings did not dare to act rashly there.

 

There were countless other dangers hidden throughout the vicinity. The emergence of the Azure Sky Realm was certainly an opportunity for many cultivators. At the same time, it was also a symbol of endless danger.

 

…

 

Inside Breeze Ancient City, Wang He waited for news of the Azure Sky Realm’s emergence with the people from the Scavenger Sect who had never left in the first place.

 

He was very cautious. The truth was that he did not completely trust the Scavenger Tome’s Artifact Spirit even though the Artifact Spirit had often advised him on many things. It was not until he actually witnessed the emergence of the Azure Sky Realm that he finally relinquished the last trace of his vigilance.

 

[What Mu Yan wants is inside the Azure Sky Realm… But, the Azure Sky Realm does not allow for any existence whose cultivation is beyond the Dao Realm to enter. As it so happens, I am only in the Quasi-Dao Realm. I’m considered in the Dao Realm but not there yet. One can say that this task is practically tailor-made for me.]

 

[It seems that the Scavenger Tome’s Artifact Spirit did not lie to me. If Young Master Gu really does care about Mu Yan, then he will not allow her to enter on her own. He will definitely go with her. Without the protection of that Black-Robed Elder, he shouldn’t be much of a threat to me. Besides, what I previously said to Mu Yan should have an effect on making her suspect his intentions.]

 

Many thoughts flashed through his mind. What he valued were not the Artifacts inside the Azure Sky Realm. He, who possessed the Scavenger Tome, had no shortage of rare treasures and Artifacts, after all.

 

According to the Scavenger Tome’s Artifact Spirit, Gu Changge had the Energy Matter she needed. If the Scavenger Tome could regain some of its original prowess, then its recovery would benefit him greatly.

 

With that thought in mind, Wang He did not remain idle for long. He quickly instructed the people of the Scavenger Sect to return to the Sect first. Then, he travelled alone and headed to the location of the Azure Sky Realm. His plan was to wait for Mu Yan and Gu Changge there.

 

However, he was abruptly struck by a bone-chilling fear when he arrived in the vicinity of the Azure Sky Realm.

 

A woman in a golden dress, whose face was shrouded in mist and whose beauty resembled the Sun Goddess herself, suddenly appeared before him and blocked his path. Although she was extremely beautiful, her true appearance could not be seen clearly. Moreover, the faint smile on her face seemed to imply that she was in control of everything in the world.

 

“The Eternal Saintess…”

 

The sight left Wang He feeling both shocked and slightly incredulous. He had seen this woman from afar during Zhuo Wu’s disciple initiation ceremony.

 

At the time, he had assumed her strength to be similar to the rest of the cultivators in the younger generation. Even in the worst case, she would have been on the same level as the Eternal Divine Son, nearly reaching the Immortal King Realm.

 

Therefore, he honestly did not expect her strength to be so horrifying. It was not an exaggeration to describe her strength as unfathomable. Even he, who was in the Quasi-Dao Realm, was completely powerless in front of her.

 

“You came as expected. I already noticed you during the ceremony the other day.”

 

Luo Xiangjun smiled faintly, her words indicating a sense of nonchalance and composure of having everything in the palm of her hands.

 

Wang He was surprised to learn that she had already taken notice of him, but he could only summon the courage and ask, “Why did you come to me today, Eternal Saintess?”

 

“I don’t know how you confirmed the information that the Azure Sky Realm will soon appear, but I don’t care. I came to you because I want you to help me with something. After everything is done, I will provide you with generous benefits. If you fail, then you…”

 

She smiled faintly. The corners of her lips curved into a smile, but she did not finish her sentence. Following a flick of her slender hand, a ray of light suddenly shot into his body.

 

“This is a Curse of Rebirth. Nobody can remove the Curse of Rebirth except me. Don’t even think about resisting. Even for those who are genuinely in the Dao Realm, it will only take a single thought from me to determine their life and death. What more a mere Quasi-Dao Realm being like you?”