Chapter 1684. The surviving cultivators and creatures

When the disaster finally struck, the one who had used the emperor to control the world could only face the consequences of their own actions. It was through the mysterious powers of the Scavenger’s Book that Gu Changge managed to foresee the materials required for the creation of the Alliance Golden Book and capture its aura from the river of time. He had extracted a fragment of the Scavenger’s Book‘s spirit and infused it with the essence of the Alliance Golden Book, causing that fragment to attach itself to the materials used to forge the book.

By using this method, which was a complete deception, Gu Changge successfully made the Scavenger’s Book’s spirit control the finished Alliance Golden Book. This led to the scene of the Alliance’s signing. No one, except for the Scavenger’s Book spirit and Elder Xianyun, knew of Gu Changge’s actions.

Now, the situation in the Xiyuan civilization was unfolding exactly as Gu Changge had planned. In the upcoming period, the Fatian Alliance would completely eradicate the Xiyuan Sacred Hall and other Daoist factions, taking control of the Xiyuan civilization, and it would be done in a legitimate manner.

In the depths of the sky, golden light surged, and clouds rolled as ancient warships and war chariots rumbled past, as if thousands of soldiers were marching through the sky. A grand presence from the ancestral Dao realms opened a golden path in the universe, and the Fatian Alliance’s forces, having left the ruins of the Zhongmiao Mountain, did not oppress the nearby universe or star systems. The remaining forces and factions, which had been trembling under the immense pressure, finally breathed a sigh of relief when the overwhelming force dissipated.

The surviving cultivators and creatures, still shaken, quickly left the area without lingering. In the following days, many factions sent spies to Zhongmiao Mountain to investigate what had happened. Upon arriving, they were struck dumb by the lingering remnants of the battle and the terrifying spectacle, especially those immortal Daoist forces involved in the incident, who were left in fear and trembling.

The leaders, sect masters, and elders of these forces had disappeared without a trace as if they had vanished into thin air. Many Daoist forces and factions still had no idea what had transpired on the day of the signing of the Xiyuan Alliance, and they lived in constant fear, uncertain of what had truly happened.

It was only after several days, through the efforts of various forces, that the full details of the Xiyuan Alliance’s signing were uncovered. The news sent shockwaves across the entire Xiyuan civilization, with everyone left stunned and unable to believe it. The so-called Xiyuan Alliance was never intended to bring peace to the various factions, but rather a conspiracy to kill the leader of the Fatian Alliance, Gu Changge, orchestrated by Elder Ling Yuling from the Yuxian Palace, in collaboration with other Daoist factions.

Elder Ling Yuling had tampered with the materials of the Alliance Golden Book in an attempt to kill Gu Changge when he signed the agreement. However, this plot failed because Gu Changge’s power was far greater and more terrifying than anyone had anticipated. The Alliance Golden Book did not harm him, and instead, he easily tore it apart, turning it to ashes.

Following this, the strongest beings from various Daoist factions jointly attacked Gu Changge, but they were all severely wounded and defeated, including Elder Ling Yuling, who was captured. All the factions involved in the plot were suppressed by Gu Changge, with their leaders either killed or imprisoned. The Fatian Alliance now had control over these forces.

This news spread like a meteor crashing into the sea, creating massive waves throughout the universe. Countless cultivators and beings were left in a daze, unable to believe what had just happened. The leaders of the smaller factions that failed to attend the signing of the Xiyuan Alliance felt their hearts racing with fear and anxiety.

In the days that followed, the events at Zhongmiao Mountain spread across the entire Xiyuan civilization and even to other civilizations, causing a huge stir. All those who had been following the situation were left in shock, unable to believe the overwhelming changes that had taken place.Many civilizations in the True World believed that the signing of the Xiyuan Alliance in the Xiyuan Civilization was an opportunity worth learning from. However, they never expected that the Yuxian Palace’s patriarch, Elder Ling Yuling, would possess such skills and courage. Unfortunately, despite her meticulous planning, she had not foreseen the unimaginable strength of Gu Changge, the leader of the Fatian Alliance, whose power had already reached incredible levels.

One misstep in her grand scheme turned the entire game upside down, and as the one orchestrating it, she ultimately faced the consequences of her actions and became a prisoner. After this event, the strongest figures and ancient beings from various civilizations began to deeply doubt that Gu Changge’s power had far surpassed the limit of nine Heavenly Decline Tribulations. He was seen as a peerless being, a “road-end level” existence of the current era.

As for the Xiyuan Civilization, its situation became increasingly turbulent. The immortal Daoist factions and ancient clans, after the Xiyuan Alliance affair, were gravely weakened. Many powerful figures had been lost, and even clan leaders and sect masters were captured by the Fatian Alliance. Even those who shut their gates to recuperate would not recover to their peak within hundreds of epochs.

Numerous faction leaders were also concerned, fearing that Gu Changge might seek retribution and hold them accountable, causing a ripple effect through their forces. Initially, they didn’t know that Elder Ling Yuling from Yuxian Palace had conspired with their sect masters and clan leaders to set up the plot against Gu Changge. However, the matter had now involved their entire backing forces.

At that time, how could they simply ignore the situation? How could their forces remain unaffected?

Naturally, some factions were secretly scheming, hoping to rescue their captives before the Fatian Alliance made its move, planning to use all their resources in this rescue mission. Yet, such actions were rare. Most factions were too afraid to act recklessly, as they feared provoking the Fatian Alliance and worsening the suffering of their captured leaders and elders, even leading to their deaths.

This situation was not only unique to the Xiyuan Civilization, but almost unimaginable in any other civilization. Almost all of the top leaders from the greatest factions were captured by the same force in one strike, resulting in the severing of the top-tier power in the Xiyuan Civilization. It was as if the emperor’s name was used to control the world, which was nothing but an illusion.

Of course, as a result of this event, the Fatian Alliance’s influence grew exponentially, even approaching the pinnacle power of the Xiyuan Sacred Hall at its peak. In the matter of the Xiyuan Alliance, Gu Changge not only displayed unmatched terrifying power but also showed a broad and benevolent heart.

In order to prevent the situation from escalating and affecting the innocent beings in the surrounding cosmic realms, he spared the lives of many cultivators and creatures, and did not harass the smaller factions, truly considering the well-being of all the worlds. In contrast, the immortal Daoist factions, which boasted of protecting all beings, appeared hypocritical. In their attempt to counter the Fatian Alliance leader, they resorted to despicable tactics, making them utterly contemptible.Following the Xiyuan Alliance agreement, Gu Changge’s view on the greater good for all beings spread across many realms and universes, gaining widespread respect and admiration from countless cultivators and creatures. As a result, numerous Fatian Shrines sprang up across different regions of the universe, like bamboo shoots after a spring rain, with strong incense offerings and an ever-growing faith. Many clans and forces voluntarily joined the Fatian Alliance, becoming members of its expanding network.

The Fatian Alliance grew at a speed hundreds of times faster than before, swiftly expanding into the deeper, more distant territories of the Xiyuan civilization. At the same time, many powerful figures within the Fatian Alliance were dispatched to maintain order and ensure peace for the factions that had joined, effectively ensuring the safety and tranquility of those allied with the Alliance.

The power and prestige of the Fatian Alliance reached unprecedented heights. From Daoist-level beings to ordinary cultivators and even mortals, no one was unaware of the existence of the Fatian Alliance. Meanwhile, those factions involved in the Xiyuan Alliance were uneasy, having yet to face the Alliance’s purge but too fearful to leave their territories. They closed their gates and waited, observing the situation from afar.

During this period, some factions secretly summoned their strongest cultivators and plotted to gather intelligence about the Fatian Alliance’s headquarters located in the former territory of Xianchu Haotu. They hoped to uncover the location of the imprisoned Daoist-level beings, elders, and disciples from various factions and devise a rescue plan. Unfortunately, their plans were detected early by the Fatian Alliance’s spies.

Subsequently, the Fatian Alliance’s powerful figures, leading vast armies, marched toward those Daoist factions, ostensibly to maintain order but in reality, to wipe out those involved. The Xiyuan civilization was soon engulfed in bloodshed and fierce battles, with many ancient factions disappearing into the annals of time.

The sheer might and iron-fisted authority of the Fatian Alliance struck fear into many other factions. Of course, these factions understood that if they adhered to the rules and order set by the Fatian Alliance, they would have nothing to fear from these purges.

After the Xiyuan Alliance incident, the immortal Daoist factions tacitly stopped discussing the matter, and no one dared to send powerful cultivators to the Fatian Alliance’s headquarters to demand the release of their leaders. Without the leadership of Elder Ling Yuling, the Yuxian Palace patriarch, to guide them, the immortal Daoist factions were fragmented, and forces like Ling Shen Cave, Guangming Temple, and the Buddha Kingdom could only remain silent.

Even now, the Lord of Light from Guangming Temple was still imprisoned within the Fatian Alliance, with no sign of any action from the temple’s members. The ancient faction forces, having lost their boldness, simply sought to avoid the wrath of the Fatian Alliance, even considering abandoning their sect leaders and elders.

Inside a misty and dark prison cell, Elder Xianyun sat, seemingly still in shock from the events that transpired at Zhongmiao Mountain. The prison wasn’t large, surrounded by faint black mist that radiated an icy, soul-piercing aura. As she sat, ripples spread before her, and the figure of Gu Changge stepped into view.

Her hollow, confused eyes finally focused upon his presence. Her expression, previously vacant, suddenly shifted to one of fury and coldness. Her pale white sleeves clenched tightly around her fists.

“Why have you come to find me?” she spat coldly. “You’re deceitful, despicable,” she said, her words sharp and deliberate.

At that moment, she seemed completely unafraid, as though she no longer feared anything. No matter how Gu Changge threatened her with the lives of everyone in the Yuxian Palace, she would never compromise or believe him again.

“Why do you say such things, Elder Xianyun? Have I not kept my word? Not a single one from the Yuxian Palace has died,” Gu Changge said casually.

“But what about the patriarch…” Elder Xianyun’s cold eyes faltered, as she suddenly remembered the scene where her patriarch, Ling Yuling, attempted to take her own life at Zhongmiao Mountain to prove her innocence. A wave of pain surged within her, along with overwhelming guilt and self-reproach.

If it hadn’t been for her actions, how could her patriarch, who was so pure and proud, have been subjected to such shame and misunderstanding?”

Ling Yuling has a great life, those minor wounds won’t kill her. At most, she’ll suffer a little, and learn a lesson,” Gu Changge said indifferently.

He certainly couldn’t kill Ling Yuling because she still held crucial information related to retrieving the Six Heavens Abyss.

“You promised me you wouldn’t harm anyone from the Yuxian Palace, but you still hurt the patriarch…” Elder Xianyun looked at Gu Changge’s nonchalant attitude, her heart still filled with anger and bitterness.

Why did Gu Changge have to involve her in this? Why did he bring such trouble into her life?

She never intended to expose Gu Changge’s identity or oppose him when they were at Xianyun Daoist Temple. She only wished to quietly cultivate and avoid getting entangled in any affairs. Yet, Gu Changge had repeatedly found her and brought endless trouble.

“It’s her own fault, don’t blame me,” Gu Changge shook his head, calmly looking at Elder Xianyun. Then he extended a hand, placing it on her forehead.

“What… What are you going to do? Kill me? Torture me? Do as you please, I will never help you again. I won’t care about the fate of the Yuxian Palace,” Elder Xianyun stepped back, her eyes locked onto Gu Changge’s, filled with defiance and unwavering resolve.

“Don’t worry, you no longer have any value to me. Whether you live or die, it has nothing to do with me,” Gu Changge said indifferently, his tone as calm as ever.

His hand glowed, and it seemed to pass directly through her forehead. A jet-black seed, emitting dark mist, was soon plucked from her. With a flick of his fingers, the seed exploded into ashes, dissipating into the air.

Elder Xianyun stood frozen, her mind clearing up as she felt a sudden lightness. The confusion in her consciousness immediately faded, and her mind became clear and sharp.

“That was the seal you placed on me…” She stared at him, her gaze filled with complexity. She hadn’t expected Gu Changge to remove the seal from her.

When they were at Xianyun Daoist Temple, Gu Changge had placed a restriction in her mind to control her life, preventing her from revealing his identity. The seal allowed him to know her movements and intentions, and if she ever harbored thoughts against him, he could instantly end her life.

“You may not be the smartest person, but you’ve been obedient and consistent in your cultivation. You’ve come this far, which is no easy feat,” Gu Changge continued, his voice carrying a slight hint of praise. “I believe you won’t do anything foolish.”

He lightly ran his fingers along her neck, and in an instant, the collar around her neck and the shackles around her feet shattered into dust.

Elder Xianyun, still processing his words about being obedient, froze when she saw the collar and shackles vanish. Her suppressed cultivation instantly surged back, filling her body with vitality.

She was stunned. Could it be that Gu Changge was truly letting her go?

Gu Changge didn’t care for her confusion. Once he had removed her restraints, he turned to leave. Whether Elder Xianyun’s presence would reveal his schemes regarding the Xiyuan Alliance didn’t matter anymore. Instead, his “generosity” in sparing the Yuxian Palace’s people would play a crucial role in his upcoming plans.

As the faint black mist dissipated with his departure, Elder Xianyun stood there, still lost in her thoughts about the unexpected freedom and Gu Changge’s words.

Suddenly, she saw several familiar figures approaching.

“Senior Brother Jiu Lin, Elder Li Yu, Elder Qiu Feng…”

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