Villain System: Stealing the Protagonist's Harem and Luck

Chapter 78: Blame Everything on the Devil Heart

With the position of the Future Patriarch decided, the crowd on the Main Peak dispersed.

Edicts flew from the peak like snow, carrying the news to every corner of the Gu Family’s territory. The leaders who had witnessed Gu Changge’s dominance returned to their islands, spreading the word: The Young Master is undisputed.

This was a major event, comparable to an Immortal Sect naming its Holy Son. It would shake the Upper Realm.

“Congratulations, Young Lord!”

“Under the Young Lord’s leadership, the Gu Family will reach new heights of glory!”

Countless clansmen rushed to offer their flatteries.

Gu Changge accepted them with a slight nod.

The attitude of the Elders had touched him slightly. Despite the internal friction, the Gu Family was united when it mattered. They prioritized the clan’s prosperity over petty grudges. Even after he humiliated their descendants, they swallowed their pride because he was clearly the best choice for the family.

This wasn’t like the dysfunctional clans in the novels of his previous life, where everyone schemed to destroy each other over a single pill.

If the family was that stupid, it would have collapsed eons ago, Gu Changge thought.

Since the future of the clan was now in his hands, he would ensure it prospered. After all, the stronger the Gu Family, the stronger his backing.

“Changge, come with me.”

After the crowd left, Gu Lintian spoke gently. He waved his hand, and a golden rainbow bridge extended from his feet to his private cultivation palace.

“Yes, Father.”

Gu Changge followed. He knew his father would have questions, but he had already prepared the answers.

Inside the grand hall, father and son stood face to face.

“Changge,” Gu Lintian asked warmly, “was your decision today… impulsive?”

He knew his son’s character. Gu Changge only moved when there was profit. Suddenly demanding the Patriarch position suggested he was facing a problem he couldn’t solve alone.

“It was carefully considered,” Gu Changge replied. “The position of Young Master needed to be secured. I couldn’t let it drag on.”

“As for Thirteenth Granduncle’s exiled lineage…” Gu Changge met his father’s eyes. “You probably guessed my intent.”

“The incident back then was my fault. It left a thorn in the hearts of many clansmen. By bringing them back, I give the Elders face and ease the tension within the clan. It solidifies my legitimacy.”

“Furthermore… Father, you have always felt guilty toward Thirteenth Granduncle’s lineage, haven’t you? I want to make amends for you.”

Gu Changge spoke calmly, his expression sincere.

He naturally omitted the part about using the exiled family as hostages to threaten Gu Xianer.

He had selfish motives, but his actions undeniably benefited the clan.

Gu Lintian was stunned. Then, a relieved smile spread across his face.

“It is good that you can think this way. I am indeed sorry to Brother Linxuan…”

“But do not shoulder this hatred alone,” Gu Lintian insisted. “Thirteenth Uncle won’t let it go easily. I was the one who acted back then. When they return, I will handle them. Even if I lose some face, I won’t let them touch you.”

Gu Changge felt a genuine warmth in his chest. His father truly loved him unconditionally.

He shook his head. “Father, no. It started with me. I will bear the consequences alone. Besides… back then, I was the one who persuaded you to do it. You did it for me.”

Gu Lintian fell silent. Seeing his usually cold and ruthless son speak with such filial piety… his emotions were a mess.

If only he hadn’t been born with that Devil Heart…

“Changge,” Gu Lintian’s expression turned serious. “Why are you saying this? Is this truly what you think?”

His eyes grew profound, filled with scenes of collapsing universes. The pressure of a Supreme being filled the hall.

“Father is confused why I have changed,” Gu Changge nodded, his gaze candid.

“Do you know about… Demonic Nature?”

Buzz!

As he spoke, Gu Changge’s eyes turned pitch black. They became deep, icy voids devoid of all emotion—the eyes of a true demon who viewed all life as dust.

“Such heavy demonic nature…” Gu Lintian gasped. He immediately sealed the space around the island to prevent the aura from leaking.

“As my cultivation grows, I can now control it slightly,” Gu Changge lied smoothly.

In reality, he could control it perfectly. But he needed a scapegoat for his past actions.

The Devil Heart was the perfect excuse.

“So before… the demonic nature was in control?” Gu Lintian asked, his voice trembling with heartache.

It made sense. The cruelty, the coldness… it wasn’t his son. It was the Devil Heart twisting his mind. Now that Gu Changge was regaining control, the guilt must be eating him alive.

“Father, rest assured,” Gu Changge said, looking like a martyr. “The current me is no longer influenced. In fact, fighting the nature has tempered my will…”

“It has been hard on you,” Gu Lintian sighed, relieved that the knot in his heart was finally untied.

Gu Changge left the palace, looking pensive.

His lie had triggered a thought. Had he actually transmigrated 21 years ago, but his consciousness was suppressed by the Devil Heart until the System awakened?

“System,” he asked internally. “Did you come with me when I crossed over?”

[System: Yes, Host.]

“How long have I been here?”

[System: Twenty-one years.]

“I see.”

So he wasn’t a body snatcher. He was Gu Changge. The cruel child who dug out the bones… that was him, under the influence of the Devil Heart.

“Why didn’t you activate earlier?”

[System: Energy was exhausted during the crossing. It took 21 years to recharge.]

[System: The System’s function is determined by the Host’s status at activation. Since you were already a Villain, I became the Villain System. The hidden danger of the Devil Heart was resolved upon activation.]

“Thoughtful,” Gu Changge praised.

Knowing he was the original soul made him feel better. The memories of his cruelty felt like watching a movie—detached, cold. But the responsibility was his. He couldn’t escape the blame.

Back in his palace, he checked his stats.

Host: Gu Changge

Halo: Destiny Villain

Identity: True Disciple of Daootian Immortal Palace, Young Master of Immortal Gu Family

Physique: Devil Heart, Dao Bone

Cultivation: Conferred King Realm (Early Stage)

Abilities: Daootian Immortal Scripture (8th Layer), Myriad Transformations Demon Body, Innate Godly Spirit, Void Power, Immortal Devouring Demonic Art, Endless Immortal Art…

Destiny Points: 1,000

Luck Points: 1,000 (Black)

Everything looked good.

He took out the Divine Grade Soul Nourishing Jade.

“Yan Ji.”

Red smoke swirled out of the jade, coalescing into the beautiful form of the Great Sage.

“Young Master…” She looked around, confused by the unfamiliar, opulent surroundings. She didn’t even know he had returned to the Upper Realm.

Gu Changge smiled at her.

“There is something I need you to do for me.”