Chapter 1261, For the Sake of a Beautiful Woman’s Smile; Are You Asking for Death?

Translator: Fate

Translation Checker: Silavin

 

Chu Xiao’s death had always been extremely painful for Chu Gucheng. It was very difficult for him to produce additional offspring at his age and cultivation, and that was why he often heavily doted on Chu Xiao even though he knew about the other party’s arrogance.

 

How could he not understand what Chu Xinyue was trying to say? But, what difference did it make even if he knew the truth now? How could he avenge Chu Xiao based on mere speculations? Besides, they were currently celebrating his birthday. As the host of the birthday banquet, how could he disregard his dignity and confront Gu Changge in front of so many distinguished guests?

 

Not to mention, Gu Changge was accompanied by the people of the Imperial Celestial Palace. The Imperial Celestial Palace would not stay quiet if he were to take action against Gu Changge, and the commotion would inevitably cause his birthday banquet to fall into chaos.

 

“Xinyue, I know you wish to avenge your Younger Brother. But you should know that the Land of Celestial Suffering is currently facing great danger. I’m afraid you can’t just do whatever you want.” Chu Gucheng said grimly.

 

“Husband, are we just going to watch as the culprit who killed Xiao’er walk free?” Chu Gucheng’s official Wife and Chu Xiao’s Biological Mother, Wang Xuexin, continuously wept as she wiped the tears from her face.

 

“Once the birthday banquet is over, I will definitely make him pay the price. He knows how sad we are over Chu Xiao’s death, yet he dares to appear in the Land of Celestial Suffering. The fact that he brazenly participates in my birthday banquet clearly shows that he has no respect for me.” Chu Gucheng’s expression was frigid.

 

Now that Gu Changge’s identity had been revealed, most of the distinguished guests who came to attend the birthday banquet were aware of his involvement in Chu Xiao’s death. Hence, they were eager to watch how the situation would unfold. Chu Gucheng could not allow those people to have their way, at least not until his birthday banquet was over.

 

“Don’t worry, Father. I understand what you are saying.” Knowing the concerns brewing in Chu Gucheng’s heart, Chu Xinyue’s expression became equally cold.

 

As the King of the Land of Celestial Suffering, Chu Gucheng must always prioritise the overall situation before everything else. However, it was different for his children.

 

Chu Gucheng frowned slightly at those words. As her Father, he understood his Daughter almost too well. Therefore, he immediately gave her a stern warning. “Xinyue, you better not act rashly. Now is not yet the time for revenge.”

 

“Don’t worry, Father. I am a sensible person. I will take good care of myself, and I won’t do anything rash.” A small smile appeared on Chu Xinyue’s face. “I’ve recently gotten closer to the Young Palace Master of the Unfettered Heavenly Palace from the Rising Dawn Civilisation. He has been trying to win my favour, so I will only need to drop a few hints here and there. I’m sure he will know what to do.”

 

Those words stunned Chu Gucheng. Then, he seemed to realise something. He smiled broadly and nodded in satisfaction. “It seems you already have a means to deal with this matter. The Unfettered Heavenly Palace might not be the strongest Force in the Rising Dawn Civilisation, but their heritage is not to be underestimated either. The Young Palace Master is also very talented to have reached the Dao Realm at his age.”

 

He had always intended to marry his descendants to the heirs of Forces from other Civilisations.

 

As a prodigy of the Land of Celestial Suffering, Chu Xinyue was constantly enveloped in a dazzling halo of success. There were many suitors seeking her hand in marriage, but she had always focused on her cultivation instead. In fact, she even travelled to various Spacetimes for training after she achieved the Dao Realm and rarely returned home.

 

He could not help feeling very proud of her.

 

“Don’t worry, Father.” Chu Xinyue nodded in understanding. Then, she transformed into a stream of Divine Light and left the palace.

 

“The rest of you should leave too. As for the matter regarding Xiao’er, you shouldn’t interfere anymore.” Chu Gucheng waved his hand, dismissing his Wife and children from the palace. Afterwards, he alone remained in the grand hall. Clasping his hands behind his back, he paced back and forth with a thoughtful look on his face. After some time, he glanced outside and seemed to ask softly, “Master, should I take action in advance?”

 

Ripples appeared in the void while Chu Gucheng was speaking, and the Dharma Sage’s figure soon emerged from the void.

 

“You must think carefully. I cannot guarantee that you will be successful.” The Dharma Sage was dressed in long white robes that made him seem ethereal. His looks were average. However, his gaze was deep and profound. His eyes looked as though they contained a piece of the sky in a universe. At this moment, his expression was incredibly worried. It was clear he knew what Chu Gucheng was planning.

 

“I’ve already made up my mind. This is what I must do to obtain the Mirror of Reincarnation. Afterwards, I will have a discussion with Elder Jin regarding this matter. The Primary Hope Saintess did not bring the Mirror of Reincarnation with her when she came to the Land of Celestial Suffering, and I have the confidence to make sure she never leaves the Land of Celestial Suffering again.” Chu Gucheng stated quietly with a look of great ambition and determination on his face.

 

The Dharma Sage looked at Chu Gucheng, who seemed to have made up his mind, and said nothing more. After so many epochs, Chu Gucheng was no longer the weak and downtrodden young boy whom he initially encountered in the past but a King who now dominated the world from above.

 

“The Primary Hope Saintess is strong. Even I might not be a match for her. Nevertheless, I will help you if you have decided to go down this path.” The Dharma Sage said. Then, his figure transformed into smoke and dissipated without a trace.

 

…

 

In the following days, numerous guests came from all over the world. The capital of the Land of Celestial Suffering became extremely lively. There were people everywhere, creating a cacophony of voices.

 

“Don’t worry, Xinyue. Since it is related to you, then it is related to me too. Even I have heard about how your Little Brother, Chu Xiao, was killed by the Seventh Crown Prince of the Beast Court, although I was not in Primary Hope Civilisation at the time. The culprit’s bold appearance in the Land of Celestial Suffering clearly shows that he has no respect for you. Rest assured; I will definitely get revenge for you.”

 

Inside a private room filled with mist and dazzling light, Chu Xinyue was drinking wine with a handsome and elegant young man. The young man had a pair of faint silver Dragon Horns protruding from his forehead. His arms were covered in light-coloured Dragon Scales, and his eyes were bright silver. Moreover, Chaotic Lights emerged whenever he opened his mouth. His appearance was majestic indeed.

 

He was none other than the Young Palace Master of the Unfettered Heavenly Palace from the Rising Dawn Civilisation. His name was Ouyang Ji. His Mother was an Elder of the True Dragon Clan, who not only lived for countless years but also possessed profound cultivation. As a result, he carried half the Bloodline of the True Dragon Clan in his body. His strength could only be described as overwhelming.

 

“The culprit who caused my Little Brother’s tragic death is currently staying with the people from the Imperial Celestial Palace. Young Master Ouyang, will you be placed in a difficult position if you help me? After all, the Imperial Celestial Palace will be a very troublesome opponent when offended.” A hesitant and embarrassed expression appeared on Chu Xinyue’s pretty face.

 

Ouyang Ji smiled faintly and reached out as though to hold Chu Xinyue’s hand, but she nimbly avoided his grasp without the slightest change in her expression.

 

“Don’t worry, Xinyue. That is a small matter. I am the Young Palace Master of the Unfettered Heavenly Palace. There’s no need for me to fear the Imperial Celestial Palace,” he confidently declared, seemingly not bothered by her actions.

 

She immediately looked touched by his words. Picking up her wine glass, she offered him a toast. “Thank you so much, Young Master Ouyang. You have been so kind to me. I don’t know how to repay your kindness.”

 

He took the wine glass from her and downed the contents in a gulp. Laughing gaily, he said, “This is nothing for the sake of a beautiful woman’s smile.”

 

She looked touched and grateful once more. Then, she hurriedly refilled his wine glass for him.

 

Afterwards, they continued to drink and chat for some time before Ouyang Ji departed in satisfaction.

 

As soon as Ouyang Ji left, the smile on Chu Xinyue’s face instantly disappeared. She murmured softly to herself, “I hope he is reliable and won’t let me down. Rest assured, Brother Xiao. I will definitely avenge your Soul in Heaven.”

 

She did not expect Ouyang Ji to actually kill Gu Changge. She simply hoped that Gu Changge would not be able to live in peace for the next few days.

 

Regardless of whether Gu Changge had acted intentionally, she believed that he should be held responsible for Chu Xiao’s death in the incident at the Southbarren Ancient Territory. If Gu Changge had not been competing with Chu Xiao, then Chu Xiao’s identity would not have been exposed in the first place.

 

She had been searching for his whereabouts so that she could make him accompany her Brother in the afterlife. It was a pity that he had disappeared without a trace. Nobody knew where he had gone.

 

In any case, it was only a matter of time until she personally executed Gu Changge and avenged Chu Xiao’s Soul in Heaven. The Seventh Crown Prince of the Beast Court would be no exception either.

 

…

 

On the morning of the next day, the Young Palace Master of the Unfettered Heavenly Palace, Ouyang Ji, arrived at the residence where the people of the Imperial Celestial Palace were resting and demanded to meet with Ling Yuxian.

 

The Disciples of the Imperial Celestial Palace were shocked and curious about the incident. Nevertheless, they did not dare to be disrespectful towards the Young Palace Master of the Unfettered Heavenly Palace and quickly went to report the matter.

 

When Ling Yuxian received the report, she was equally surprised. [When did I become acquainted with the Young Palace Master of the Unfettered Heavenly Palace? Why is he demanding a meeting with me? Is it because of the rumours regarding myidentity that have been spreading throughout the Land of Celestial Suffering recently?]

 

“I am the Young Palace Master of the Unfettered Heavenly Palace, Ouyang Ji. It is nice to meet you, Lady Yuxian.” Smiling brightly, Ouyang Ji greeted Ling Yuxian naturally. He sounded like a handsome and well-versed young man.

 

Ling Yuxian scowled deeply, not knowing the reason for his visit.

 

“Don’t worry, Lady Yuxian. I have no ill intentions towards you. On the contrary, I simply came to share some advice. I want the Imperial Celestial Palace to hand over the culprit who caused Chu Xiao’s death. There is no need to get involved in unnecessary trouble,” he calmly explained with a smile, seeming to know what was going through her head at that moment.

 

Upon hearing those words, she sneered. “Everybody knows that King Chu Gucheng’s Son, Chu Xiao, was killed by the Seventh Crown Prince of the Beast Court, Di Kun. If you are seeking justice for Chu Xiao, then why didn’t you target Di Kun instead? Senior Brother Gu has never been involved in such matters.”

 

Ouyang Ji continued to speak with a smile. “It is unfortunate, but this matter is not up to you to decide, Lady Yuxian. If you know what’s good for you, it will be better to hand over the Senior Brother Gu you mentioned. Otherwise, don’t blame me for being discourteous.”

 

He had entered the Dao Realm many years ago. At this moment, the faint silver light in his eyes shone brightly and emitted a horrifying pressure. The pressure immediately flowed outwards like the waves of a tsunami, pressing down on Ling Yuxian to the point where she could not move.

 

At the same time, the other Imperial Celestial Palace Disciples were similarly subdued on the spot. Unable to move a single muscle, their expressions changed drastically in horror and indignation.

 

“How dare you!” Likewise, Ling Yuxian’s expression twisted in rage and shock. It never occurred to her that Ouyang Ji would dare to be so bold as to take direct action and force his way into the territory of the Imperial Celestial Palace.

 

On the other hand, Ouyang Ji seemed completely unbothered. The Dragon Scales along his arms emerged as his figure shot towards the cluster of palaces.

 

Several Imperial Celestial Palace Elders, who had perceived the commotion, immediately rushed over to stop him. However, they were stopped by the other Dao Realm experts accompanying him.

 

The situation abruptly became a stalemate in the air.

 

In the next moment, an overwhelming aura permeated the air. Chaos Qi surged into the sky, and large portions of the Fragments of Spacetime vanished from existence. It was as though the universes were colliding with each other.

 

“This guy is just asking for death!”

 

Ling Yuxian’s expression turned frigid, but she did not chase after Ouyang Ji. She was not worried that Gu Changge might be in danger. On the contrary, she was simply annoyed and resentful over the fact that the Young Palace Master of the Unfettered Heavenly Palace had suddenly barged into the Imperial Celestial Palace without any care for the Imperial Celestial Palace’s reputation.

 

Besides, it was obvious that somebody was instigating these events. Why else would the Unfettered Heavenly Palace cause trouble for the Imperial Celestial Palace when there were no grievances between them?

 

“Does the Land of Celestial Suffering actually consider themselves the boss of the Primary Hope Civilisation? To think they will act so recklessly and fearlessly during such an auspicious event… They don’t respect any of the other Forces whatsoever.”

 

With a cold expression on her face, she glanced at the Imperial Celestial Palace Elders who were confronting the other experts brought by Ouyang Ji. Then, her figure shifted in the direction that Ouyang Ji went earlier. She knew the commotion would soon attract the attention of other cultivators and Forces, but she was more curious about Ouyang Ji’s fate at the moment.

 

At this moment, Grand Runes flashed in the void somewhere deep inside the palaces. A phantom golden palm abruptly came into existence and slammed down from above. The expression of Ouyang Ji, who had yet to reach Gu Changge’s courtyard, changed drastically at the sight.

 

Before he could even resist, he was struck down by the golden palm. He coughed and spat out blood, sprawled across the ground and unable to stand.

 

“Since you show no real malice, I will spare your life today.” Gu Changge walked out the door of his courtyard and leisurely came to stand in front of Ouyang Ji. His tone was very casual.

 

Ouyang Ji lifted his head with difficulty and glanced at the handsome young man in white. Then, he coughed up more blood and grimaced. “Thank you for your mercy, Young Master Gu.”

 

Although he was far from reaching the Ancestral Dao Realm, he had already survived his Third Decay Tribulation. The average Dao Realm expert was no match for him.

 

Be that as it may, he could tell that he was utterly powerless against Gu Changge just from the casual palm strike earlier. It was as though he had become an ordinary Mortal, and his life was completely in the hands of the other party. The horrifying gap in strength caused him to fall into fear and despair. At the same time, he became more confident that he had made the right choice.

 

“So, why did you come to me?” Gu Changge glanced at the unsteady Ouyang Ji, who seemed to be struggling just to stand. His expression did not change in the slightest. Everything that happened earlier had not escaped his eye.

 

The Young Palace Master of the Unfettered Heavenly Palace might have charged at him fiercely, but there was no real malice in the other party’s actions.

 

“Chu Gucheng’s Second Daughter, Chu Xinyue, asked me to cause a bit of trouble for you.” Ouyang Ji was very direct. Without any preamble, he revealed everything about how Chu Xinyue had approached him.

 

“I see.” Gu Changge nodded. He was too lazy to care about such trivial matters. Chu Gucheng would not have taken action for the sake of his reputation, but the same could not be said about his children.

 

“Of course. It is impossible to hide such matters from you, Young Master Gu.” Ouyang Ji continued respectfully, “I came to the Land of Celestial Suffering and attended Chu Gucheng’s birthday banquet under my Father’s orders. He wishes for the Unfettered Heavenly Palace and the Land of Celestial Suffering to unite through marriage, so he wants me to marry one of Chu Gucheng’s Daughters.

 

“However, I actually arrived in Primary Hope Civilisation several months ago. That is why I am very familiar with the events that occurred in the Primary Hope Civilisation recently. The capital of the Land of Celestial Suffering might seem prosperous and powerful, but it is only a matter of time before a problem occurs, and a huge calamity befalls upon it.”

 

Chu Xinyue had treated him as a fool and pushed him into attacking Gu Changge. However, he was not stupid. There was no denying that he might be slightly domineering and arrogant in the Unfettered Heavenly Palace, but his cocky attitude did not mean he was an ignorant fool like Chu Xiao.

 

Leaving aside the fact of whether or not Gu Changge himself was strong, his mysterious identity alone was enough to make the Forces in the Primary Hope Civilisation wary and suspicious.

 

“Are you trying to tell me something?” After hearing the long explanation, Gu Changge couldn’t help laughing nonchalantly. He was not bothered by Ouyang Ji’s actions.

 

Among the experts who had managed to reach the Dao Realm, there were few who were truly fools. Having experienced so many things, it was difficult for them to remain empty-headed fools who were easily bewitched by others. That was true even if they might not be the brightest of the bunch.

 

Ouyang Ji replied seriously, “I know such trivial matters will not bother you, Young Master Gu. However, your identity has been exposed to the public. Although the Land of Celestial Suffering will not take action against you for the time being because of the birthday celebration, King Chu Gucheng will definitely find a way to avenge his Son’s death as soon as the birthday banquet is over. Despite knowing this, you fearlessly appeared in the Land of Celestial Suffering. It’s clear that you don’t think much of the Land of Celestial Suffering.

 

“My Father wishes for me to form a marriage union with the Land of Celestial Suffering. His intentions are simply to use the influence of the Land of Celestial Suffering to deter and suppress the enemies of the Unfettered Heavenly Palace in the Rising Dawn Civilisation. In my opinion, it is better to get closer to you than to form a closer relationship with the Land of Celestial Suffering.”

 

Towards the end, he began to use honorifics in his speech. Moreover, his attitude was very serious and sincere.

 

Ling Yuxian, who was rushing over to check on the situation, happened to hear the last part of Ouyang Ji’s speech. Those words stunned her. She never expected that to be his real motive.

 

In addition, she was also surprised to see his messy appearance and the blood trickling from his mouth. She originally thought that there would be a battle when he forcefully barged into the palace, but it would seem that the extent of Gu Changge’s strength was far beyond her imagination.

 

After all, Ouyang Ji had gotten seriously injured without her knowing. Even his aura was much weaker than before.