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On the next day after Gu Changge was ‘injured’ by Gu Xinaer, he was appointed as the successor by all the elders and the Skyward Schloss Head. Even the Great Elder acknowledged it with his own mouth.
It caused an enormous commotion in Skyward Schloss. All the disciples were shocked. They knew that the Great Elder and Gu Changge did not get along with each other. It was evident when the two recently had a dispute between them. That incident had really angered the Great Elder, which almost made numerous stars fall down, shaking the region. Therefore, it was difficult for many disciples to believe that Gu Changge would be appointed as the successor at such a time.
Still, they did not dare to ask anyone about the decision. Even though they found it hard to accept that the successor was decided so soon, they did not have the guts to fight over the position with Gu Changge. They did not even dare to have such a thought in the first place. The direct disciples also chose to keep out of Gu Changge’s way, to go outside to gain experience, or to cultivate in seclusion. So, what could the remaining inner sect and outer sect disciples even do? Besides, Gu Changge already dominated Skyward Schloss with an iron first. Basically, nothing would change even if he was not chosen as the successor. It was nothing but a mere title to him. There was no disciple who raised an objection to the decision.
Furthermore, Gu Changge seemed to have been injured earlier by his so-called ‘little sister’, Gu Xianer, and he had not shown himself for a whole day. She had caused quite a sensation in Skyward Schloss once again, as she was the only disciple who had dared to challenge and attack Gu Changge.
Many people had heard that Gu Changge did not put up any resistance against her and he was heavily injured as a result. It made a lot of them speculate about the past grudge that Gu Xinaer and Gu Changge had. The disciples were really having fun enthusiastically gossiping about them as they heard various rumours floating about. Gu Xianer’s powerful might had also drawn the attention of a large number of disciples. She was the personal disciple of the Great Elder after all, and the talent she had shown on the Skyward Path was no weaker than Gu Changge’s. Many of them believed that her future prospects were immeasurable and she would certainly become a powerful figure of the Beyond!
At this time, the elder who made the announcement about the successor appointment, also let everyone know that the grand conferring ceremony for the successor of Skyward Schloss was going to be held seven days later. Around the same time, Skyward Schloss also informed many factions and forces of the Beyond. That they want to open the path to the Skyward Ancient City that lay in the depths of Skyward Schloss, where they could look together for the heavenly treasure that appeared earlier. As soon as this information spread around, it alarmed every faction and force in the Inner Domain of the Beyond. Many of them were Cults of Immortality, Ancient Immortal Races, Royal Races, and even Families of Immortals. Moreover, some successors of ancient and taboo forces, who had no connection with the outside world for a long period, had also begun to leave for the Skyward Ancient City.
This underground area was not only a historical remains but a secret realm as well. In the past, it was an ancient land lived on by immortals. It was transported under Skyward Schloss by a terrifying existence who created Skyward Schloss. At that place, countless opportunities were left by the immortals, but there were countless dangers waiting for them as well. Even the elders of Skyward Schloss would not dare to set foot in the areas shrouded by fog.
Many indigenous people and living creatures also existed inside the Skyward Ancient City. They were isolated from the rest of the world and the elders of the Skyward Schloss made sure that no one escaped outside. Once the path to the Skyward Ancient City opens, a large group of the younger generation would definitely make their way into that place. Whether they survive or die over there would be beyond anyone’s control. As such, Skyward Schloss had required every force to send no more than ten of their younglings and to also have a person in charge of their group. This information caused a commotion among the people. Of course, Skyward Schloss was very fair to the free cultivators that did not belong to any faction or force. They could enter the place without having to fulfill the stated conditions.
Skyward Schloss could not help but do things this way as disciples from too many forces were stationed at Skyward Ancient City. There needed to be a semblance of order to handle the things properly. All these forces needed to follow the rules of Skyward Schloss on its grounds. Thus, the cultivators instantly understood Gu Changge’s appointment as the successor at such a time was in order to deal with this situation.
“Skyward Schloss is wise! Who else has power and influence as strong as the Young Master Gu among the young generation? When all those youthful prodifies from the young generation gather at Skyward Schloss, it’s unavoidable for fights to happen between them in order to prove themselves better. But with the Young Master Gu representing Skyward Schloss as its successor, many of them would try to restrain themselves. What a tactful move!”
“However, nothing can be said for certain. Recently, a good number of youful prodigies who have broken through to the Honoured King Realm have appeared. I’m afraid that there’s going to be a lot of fights between the giants when they assemble at one place. Furthermore, I heard that Ye Langtian of the Ancient Ye Family, the genius that is the reincarnation of an ancient emperor and someone who was thought to be at the same level as Young Master Gu, suffered a setback at the hands of a man called Ye Ling who belongs to the same race… Ye Ling had inferior cultivation compared to Ye Langtian at the time, but he still managed to fight Ye Langtian to a draw. It’s evident that he’s really powerful. Perhaps, Ye Ling will have a fight with Young Master Gu as well…”
“I heard that the genius Ye Ling is planning to challenge Young Master Gu and he has even made it known publicly. I wonder when they started to have a grudge against one another?”
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Skyward Ancient City. Inside a divine tower with its back facing the street, Ye Langtian looked a bit gloomy as he listened to the discussion of the cultivators outside.
“Brother Gu, I didn’t think that even you’d get involved in this matter…” he raised his cup apologetically towards Gu Changge who was sitting across from him.
Gu Changge had an indifferent and calm expression on his handsome and peerless face as he brought his wine cup to his mouth that was made of white jade. He also raised his cup before emptying it.
Hearing the words of the other party, he said with a faint smile, “It’s just a little grasshopper that could be easily killed with a smack. Brother Ye, there’s no need to be so concerned about him.”
Seeing him speaking so casually, the girl in violet beside Ye Langtian could not help but nod as she said in approval, “Exactly! It’s just as Gu Changge said. Brother, why’re you so concerned about him? Ye Ling is just from the branch family. He only knows how to scheme against others. You’re a bit too afraid of him.”
In her opinion, no matter how strong Ye Ling was, he was still relying on some tricky things and not on his own strength. If he truly fought Ye Langtian head-on without using any external means, he would have no chance of winning. The status of the two was also far from comparable. Even if many elders had favourable opinions of Ye Ling, it would still not change this fact. Ye Langtian was being unnecessarily nervous about this matter. She really agreed with how Gu Changge put it. Ye Ling was just a little grasshopper who could be smacked to death, no matter how much he jumped about. As she thought about these things, the girl in violet robe had an unconcerned look on her shining white and pretty face, and the corners of her eyes curved as if she was smiling.
She was none other than Ye Liuli. She had been staying in Skyward Ancient City together with her older brother during this period of time, waiting for Skyward Schloss to open the path. She had not expected to coincidentally meet Gu Changge on this day. To be exact, it was both Gu Changge and Yue Mingkong that she was meeting. A woman beside Gu Changge with a fairy-like and picturesque face and an aloft and dignified aura. Her beautiful eyes seem slightly droopy but they gave off a pressure that was difficult to describe. She was the crown princess of the Unrivalled Celestial Dynasty and its future emperor.
Ye Luili was a bit envious of the relationship between the two. They looked like a beautiful pair of celestial beings and appeared extremely well-matched as they sat next to each other. What caught her attention especially were the small movements of Gu Changge under the seat. Although Yue Mingkong was also drinking wine at the moment, her other hand was lightly in Gu Changge’s. Despite that, there did not seem to be any unusual change on Yue Mingkong’s face and it looked very natural. She still had an aloof and dignified air about her.
[If the relationship between the two is not that intimate, there’s no way someone like her would let another person touch her in such a manner.] Ye Liuli was feeling envious as she had always been harbouring unclear emotions for Gu Changge. She had been like this since she came back from the Nether. Judging from what she was seeing right now, Gu Changge and Yue Mingkong seemed to be very close, unlike how outsiders were thinking that they did not have an amicable relationship.
“Brother Gu has a point and I also used to think that there was no need to worry about Ye Ling. But it was precisely because of thinking like this that I suffered a big setback at his hands later on. I also have no idea why there’s rumours of Ye Ling wanting to challenge Brother Gu recently.” Ye Langtian shook his head when he heard Gu Changge’s words. His reply sounded sincere but he had his own objective for saying what he did. He was a member of the same family as Ye Ling and the young master too, so if he causally attacked Ye Ling, he would be impeached for his action by the elders and make them dissatisfied at him. Fortunately, that damned Ye Ling had been going around saying that he was going to challenge Gu Changge, so he thought of having the latter get rid of him.
Ye Langtian was able to be the successor of the Ye Family, which naturally meant that he was not some kind and native person. He did a lot of things only after careful consideration. Of course, he could not do anything about it if Gu Changge had no interest in getting involved with Ye Ling.
“Oh, that Ye Ling seems to have some ability if Brother Ye’s saying such things.” Gu Changge looked calm as before even after hearing his words. It made Ye Langtian feel helpless in his heart as he could not be sure whether his words had any influence on him.
“Ye Ling is just a branch family member of the Ye Family. There’s likely something special about him for him to be able to come so far. Does Brother Ye have any information on that?” Suddenly, Gu Changge changed his tune as he indifferently asked about Ye Ling’s background.
Gu Changge was not surprised about Ye Ling going around saying such things. Not only could he greatly undermine the reputation of the former in this way and make himself known among all the forces, he would also be able to express his attitude towards Gu Changge. After all, Ye Ling’s sworn brother, Bai Lie, the young master of the White Tiger Clan, had suffered extreme humiliation because of him. Moreover, Ye Ling was even ambushed by his fiancé Yue Mingkong in an attempt to kill him. So, it was very normal for Ye Ling to hate him for these things.
It was only natural for a Fortuitous One to come into conflict with him, and Ye Ling had also become extremely arrogant after obtaining the things left by the Ancient Reincarnation Supreme Being. He looked down on Ye Langtian who was considered to be at the same level as Gu Changge, and there was even less reason for him to have a better opinion about Gu Changge himself.
Gu Changge was aware of the petty thoughts he had. As far as he was concerned, Ye Ling’s fall was going to be the harder the higher he tried to jump right now. Furthermore, he had already made arrangements against Ye Ling’s means. When the time to act comes, not only he would have Ye Ling utterly discredited, he would also be able to safely reap the profits for himself. Thinking about all this, the smile on Gu Changge’s face deepened and he could not help but pinch Yue Mingkong’s hand under the seat. He was feeling unwilling to let go of her slender, smooth, flawless, and jade-like hand from his grasp.
Gu Changge’s action made Yue Mingkong glare at him as she snorted coldly. But she was not in the mood to react seriously to his actions in front of others, and she also knew that Gu Changge was doing it to tease her. The injury that Gu Changge had received from Gu Xianer that day had healed already. But thanks to him deliberately getting injured, Yue Mingkong’s attitude towards him softened considerably. She had stopped being cold and indifferent to him like before. Their relationship had improved to the point that she would not react strongly even if he did such things with her.
Gu Changge had left the sect and come to Skyward Ancient City to take care of some matter and Yue Mingkong had followed behind him in order to know what he was thinking of doing. He then sensed the location of Ye Liuli on his way and created a seemingly coincidental situation so as to meet her. Afterwards, the group of four had come to this divine tower to drink some wine and chat about the recent situation. This divine tower had already been cleared out by Gu Changge’s followers and there were no other cultivators present inside. Therefore, whatever he did in the tower was not going to cause any big commotion.
Ye Liuli could clearly see Gu Changge and Yue Mingkong ‘exchanging glances’ which made her sure that the two of them had a very close relationship. It made her green with envy.
When Ye Langtian heard Gu Changge’s question, he pondered for a bit before replying, “Actually, I’ve already considered what Brother Gu mentioned just now. It’s very likely that Ye Ling has the guidance of some expert, and it’s also possible that he has obtained some inheritance. When I fought with him, he used an extremely strange move that could undo many of my spells…” He had investigated Ye Ling but the results showed that Ye Ling wasn’t visiting any unusual place where an expert could be guiding him on his cultivation. As such, it was quite possible that he had obtained some ancient and powerful inheritance.
“Looks like Brother Ye and I have come to the same conclusion. Ye Ling is being so high-profile and arrogant because he most likely has something to rely on.” Gu Changge said with a faint smile upon hearing the other party’s words.
Ye Langtian nodded in agreement, “So Brother Gu also believes that he has obtained some inheritance?”
At this time, Yue Mingkong could not help but look at Gu Changge in surprise. [Could it be that Gu Changge is preparing to reveal the inheritance of the Ancient Reincarnation Supreme Being that Ye Ling has? Otherwise, there’s no reason for him to lead the conversation in this direction.]
Even with such thoughts, Yue Mingkong denied this possibility at once. With the kind of nature he had, Gu Changge would want no one but him to know about Ye Ling’s secret. If they did not have a special relationship, he might have even eliminated her in order to prevent this secret from leaking out. So, Gu Changge would definitely not take the initiative to reveal the secret before he had snatched the inheritance from Ye Ling. In that case, what was his purpose behind saying all this?
Yue Mingkong was just feeling confused when she heard Gu Changge mentioning casually, “Oh right, Brother Ye. I recently heard that outstanding disciples of many sects and factions have disappeared without a trace. Do you know something about it?”
Yue Mingkong was taken aback when she heard his words. Her pupils could not help but contract as a chill ran down her spine. She felt as if it had become terrifyingly cold inside the divine tower, despite the fact that it was still daytime. In an instant, she understood what Gu Changge was planning.
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Your translation is great!
Thanks for all the chapters.
Ty.
I would want more
Hehe very smart. Claim that the talents disappearing for his benefit are actually done by Ye Ling haha.
Many thanks, sad we’re going to 10, but grateful for your work!