I am The Fated Villain

Chapter 1515: At this time, the overall situation must be taken into account, and multiple forces plan to participate.

Many ministers and Star Kings of Xian Chu were already gathered in the hall, their expressions heavy, and the anger in many eyes was difficult to conceal. They had learned that Chu Xiao, the beloved son of Lord Chu Gucheng, had been killed by Di Kun, the Seventh Prince of the Demon Court, in the Southern Wilderness Ancient Domain.

At first, they found it hard to believe, deeming it impossible. However, as the news continued to spread, they had no choice but to accept this shocking reality. Chu Xiao was indeed dead, confirmed by Lord Chu Gucheng himself. The soul lamp was extinguished, the life card shattered, and even the dharma body that Chu Gucheng had left behind had collapsed.

The Seventh Prince of the Demon Court did not conceal his aura at all; a simple deduction revealed who was responsible for Chu Xiao’s death. They never imagined that Di Kun would be so arrogant and powerful as to descend into the Southern Wilderness Ancient Domain and kill Chu Xiao in front of numerous witnesses. This was clearly an act of revenge for the Golden Crow Clan’s Ninth Prince, Di Wen, regardless of the consequences it might provoke.

Did Di Kun not fear that this would lead to an all-out war between Xian Chu and the Demon Realm?

In the magnificent palace, the atmosphere was suffocating. All the ministers, star kings, and generals remained silent. Chu Gucheng stood with his back to them, as if he had not yet recovered from his overwhelming grief. It was difficult for him to accept that his most beloved son was lost to him forever. The thought that Chu Xiao had left Xian Chu to seek treasures for him only deepened his sorrow, as if he were being cut by a knife.

He wished he could leave Xian Chu himself, track down Di Kun, and avenge Chu Xiao. However, as the lord of Xian Chu, he was not merely a father; he could not afford to be willful and selfish. He had to consider the larger situation.

Chu Gucheng was filled with a mix of hatred and helplessness in his heart. If he were younger, he would have exacted a terrible price from the Demon Court, no matter the cost. However, he was no longer the hot-blooded young man he once was.

Despite his understanding, Chu Gucheng could not shake his feelings of resentment. If he hadn’t listened to his wife and insisted on having Chu Xiao brought back, would things have turned out differently? But in this world, there were no “what ifs.” No matter how powerful he was, he could not save Chu Xiao’s life now that his true spirit was gone and his bones turned to ash.

Unless he could rewrite the past, altering the entire history of the Xi Yuan civilization. Yet, such a method would inevitably disrupt the very fabric of the Xi Yuan civilization. Even a being in the supreme realm could not afford the catastrophic consequences that would ensue.

“Xiao’er is dead, but something feels amiss. I suspect that someone is secretly plotting against Xian Chu, intent on provoking war between the Demon Realm and us,” Chu Gucheng finally spoke, his voice slightly hoarse. “Until we have investigated this matter thoroughly, we must avoid any conflict with the Demon Court, lest we fall into someone else’s scheme.”

After a long moment of silence, he had managed to regain some composure. He knew that the news of his heir’s death at the hands of Di Kun, the Seventh Prince of the Demon Court, would soon spread throughout Xian Chu, inevitably stirring up uproar and indignation.

Chu Gucheng worried that some individuals might choose to defy his orders and seek vengeance against the Demon Court. Although Chu Xiao had been somewhat headstrong and domineering in his past, he was still his heir, and his death would not be met with applause.

“My lord…” the ministers and Star Lords in the hall exchanged worried glances upon hearing this. However, they also breathed a sigh of relief. Faced with such a dire situation, they had feared that Chu Gucheng might succumb to anger and disrupt their carefully laid plans, potentially jeopardizing the overall situation. Fortunately, it seemed that he remained clear-headed.

In the eyes of many, while Chu Xiao was the heir of Chu Gucheng, he was vastly inferior to his siblings. He was seen as someone who floated in the sky while they remained grounded. In his everyday life, he bullied both men and women, displaying an arrogant and domineering attitude. He relied heavily on his status to wreak havoc in Xian Chu, even going so far as to proclaim himself the number one dude in the region.

His actions had caused significant trouble, such as when he arranged for the wives and daughters of several ministers to be ranked on a list of outstanding talents, an event that brought shame to many families. Now that Chu Xiao was embroiled in conflict with the Seventh Prince of the Demon Court and had exposed his identity, his downfall could be seen as a form of karmic retribution. Many felt it was just punishment for his misdeeds.

Starting an all-out war with the Demon Court over such a reckless heir would be unwise and could jeopardize the overall situation. This stance was at odds with the rational, calm, and diligent king that the ministers had come to respect.

As for the possibility of someone plotting behind the scenes, that was a different matter altogether. In the current climate, engaging in a war with the Demon Court would play directly into the hands of other forces, benefiting them instead of Xian Chu.

Not wanting to prolong the meeting, Chu Gucheng did not issue further orders. He waved his hand dismissively, signaling for the ministers to leave, as fatigue washed over him. He was well aware of their thoughts, and that worried him even more.

“Master…”

Once the ministers and Star Kings had departed, the hall felt increasingly empty. After a long silence, Chu Gucheng finally spoke up. “You said that Xiao’er was killed by Di Kun. Is it a coincidence, or is there someone orchestrating this behind the scenes? I can’t shake the feeling that I’m being watched.”

From behind him, a figure in a loose white robe materialized. It was his master, the Dharma Sage.

Hearing Chu Gucheng’s concerns, the Dharma Sage responded with a serious expression. “From the beginning, the ancient immortal jade I placed beside Xiao’er showed no signs of disturbance or any abnormal activity. It does not seem that anyone is plotting behind this. His fate is also intertwined with yours; unless an existence far superior in strength were involved, it would be impossible for anyone to detect his fate and thus ascertain his identity.”

“But if no one is plotting behind the scenes, then why did Di Kun of the Demon Court coincidentally appear in the Southern Wilderness Ancient Domain right after Xiao’er’s identity was exposed? Could it be that other forces are secretly collaborating with him, informing him of the news as soon as it broke, and it just so happened that Di Kun was nearby?”

Chu Gucheng nodded, fully aware of the complexities surrounding this situation. His worries and confusion only deepened. If it was merely a coincidence, there were far too many coincidences for it to be believable. Yet, if it wasn’t a coincidence, what kind of entity would dare to scheme against Chu Xiao in such a calculated manner?

Furthermore, why hadn’t he and the Dharma Sage detected anything amiss? The existence of such a being was terrifying, capable of orchestrating an elaborate plan without leaving a trace.

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“If you want to uncover the truth behind this, the only option is to use the Mirror of Reincarnation to replay Xiao’er’s past fate,” the Dharma Sage advised, his expression grave. “Perhaps we can discern any anomalies within it. I suspect that it’s not just a single force behind this; rather, multiple forces are conspiring together to target Xian Chu.”

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