Villain System: Stealing the Protagonist's Harem and Luck

Chapter 60: A Bit Heartwarming; Thanks for Clearing the Path

The Tianyuan Ancient Secret Realm was vast, incredibly expansive.

Even after being open for half a month, no cultivator had discovered any signs of a mansion or inheritance site.

Instead, there were many ruins scattered everywhere, collapsed in various places, along with numerous decaying corpses.

The patterns on their rotted clothing were extremely ancient.

The manner of death for these corpses was bizarre; some seemed to have committed suicide, while others appeared to have been killed by companions.

Within some ruins, many murals and patterns were preserved, even including numerous writings, recording events that had occurred in this secret realm.

After studying these patterns for several days, some older cultivators with knowledge of ancient culture finally reached a shocking conclusion, causing all cultivators to tremble with fear.

“This is a sealed land, containing great fated chances, but also great terror!”

“The master of this secret realm was a being who could be called a ‘Sovereign,’ with origins so ancient they can be traced back tens of millions of years…”

A Sovereign!?

What did that mean? They had only seen fragments in ancient records—such beings could traverse the starry sky, pluck stars and grasp moons with ease.

Deities were mere ants before them.

This discovery instantly shook the entire Tianyuan Ancient Secret Realm!

All cultivators were extremely excited.

If they could find the inheritance mansion of that Sovereign existence and obtain his legacy, wouldn’t they soar to the heavens?

Even ascending to the Upper Realm would be effortless!

But then, those studying ancient culture couldn’t help but turn pale, utterly terrified.

Their voices trembling, they explained everything.

“This is a place of great terror, where all living beings were once annihilated; even the Sovereign’s clan perished here!”

“That Sovereign existence used his life to seal an unparalleled demonic fiend, preventing it from emerging…”

“An unparalleled demonic fiend—a terrifying entity that brings calamity to all living beings. Once it emerges, it will surely destroy the world; all races and creatures will die…”

They learned this information from the stone carvings by studying ancient texts, feeling chilled to the bone.

This secret realm wasn’t a fated chance for everyone but a place sealing a great evil.

This news was clearly more shocking than the first, causing a greater uproar.

Many cultivators were immediately frightened out of their wits.

What was an unparalleled demonic fiend?

The stone carvings in the ruins didn’t mention it.

But if even the master of this secret realm had to use his life to seal it, its terror was self-evident—likely at a world-destroying level.

Many cultivators retreated, feeling cold all over and experiencing a sense of dread. Perhaps the ground beneath their feet was filled with bones!

What was once a promising land of fated chances instantly seemed like a hellish purgatory.

This news spread rapidly, not only within the Tianyuan Ancient Secret Realm but also to the outside world, shocking everyone.

“That young lord from the Upper Realm is said to have entered the secret realm; it seems this is his purpose for descending.”

“What is hidden in the secret realm? Why would someone from the Upper Realm come down?”

Cultivators everywhere were astonished and deeply puzzled.

Soon, cultivators noticed mist drifting from the depths of the secret realm.

The mist was initially white but later turned gray and black.

It even exuded a startling demonic aura!

Many ferocious beasts, having lost their spiritual nature, surged from various mountain ranges, sweeping toward the cultivators who had entered the secret realm.

Weaker cultivators contaminated by this mist lost their minds and attacked those around them.

This shocking change made the Tianyuan Ancient Secret Realm no longer peaceful.

Many backed out—no matter how important a fated chance was, life was more precious.

Of course, more cultivators rushed toward the depths of the secret realm, as crisis and opportunity have always coexisted since ancient times.

As the saying goes, fortune and misfortune are intertwined!

But soon, people discovered that the mist in the depths was even thicker.

That area was fraught with danger; without knowing the way, one could easily get lost.

Most importantly, there were layers of formation patterns and traps; a single misstep meant certain death.

Many cultivators had already perished there.

This wasn’t a place of opportunity but a burial ground.

For a time, chaos reigned in the Tianyuan Secret Realm.

…

“This level of demonic energy can only affect ordinary cultivators; for those who have cultivated a bit longer, it’s completely ineffective.”

At the edge of the mist, Gu Changge said casually.

With a bit more cultivation time, one could resist the invasion of this demonic energy.

For him, demonic energy was instead the purest nourishment.

However, this level of demonic energy was still too thin to be of much use.

He guessed it was due to the Eight Desolate Demon Halberd—truly a peerless sinister weapon. Just showing signs of awakening caused such fluctuations.

Gu Changge was very satisfied.

And not far ahead was the core area of this secret realm.

He could already sense it.

Ye Chen and the others were inside.

The demonic heart was also stirring restlessly, sensing many auras it could devour.

“Young Master, this area is a bit strange. Without knowing the way, one might get lost. In my opinion, we should proceed cautiously,” Elder Ming said.

In this secret realm, he felt a terrifying suppression; if he revealed aura beyond the Great Power Realm, he would be instantly expelled.

Gu Changge nodded, his expression calm and composed.

“It’s fine. Someone has left a path for me; just follow me.”

He said, closing his eyes slightly. Immediately, the mark left on the Spirit Gathering Pill glowed, transmitting a faint connection.

It was a trail left along the way.

Hum!

A faint black thread unfolded before Gu Changge’s eyes.

From this area in front of him, it extended deep into the mist.

This was the path Ye Chen had cleared for him.

Without Ye Chen, breaking through this mist would have been much more difficult.

And after entering, without a map, he would have had to wander in circles to find the exact location.

Of course, it was quite possible he wouldn’t find it at all.

But from the start, Gu Changge hadn’t planned to collect maps or the like—that would have been too troublesome.

Waiting for Ye Chen to painstakingly grow the fruit to ripen, then picking it directly—wasn’t that better?

Hearing this, Elder Ming and the others naturally had no fear.

If the Young Master said so, it must be fine.

“Let’s go.”

Gu Changge took the lead, entering first. The many Great Power Realm attendants around him vigilantly watched their surroundings, guarding against attacks from beasts or other threats.

Along the way, Gu Changge naturally encountered several ambushes.

But they were all beasts corrupted by demonic energy; he didn’t need to lift a finger, as Elder Ming and the others handled them.

As for cultivators?

No cultivator dared to attack him yet.

“Judging by Ye Chen’s route, perhaps the final inheritance palace is underground. It seems the Eight Desolate Demon Halberd should be there too…”

Gu Changge walked ahead, paying attention to the trail left behind.

His expression grew intrigued.

He noticed that following Ye Chen’s path, they encountered far fewer beasts.

Even those powerful formation patterns and traps had been mostly dismantled by Ye Chen.

A bit heartwarming.

“This is practically a path cleared specifically for me. Ye Chen, you’re such a good person…”

Gu Changge couldn’t help but smile.

If Ye Chen knew what he was thinking, he would definitely vomit blood in rage and go mad with hatred.

…

At the same time.

Deep in the mist, Ye Chen and his group finally dealt with a demonic beast in front of them. The path ahead was now wide open.

Ancient trees stood tall and dark, vines hung like clouds.

A pale gray, dismal aura enveloped the world.

“According to the map, this is the entrance…”

Ye Chen was excited. Following the map’s route, he quickly found a portal leading underground.

“Brother Ye Chen, your strength has improved rapidly over the years.”

Ye Liuli couldn’t help but express surprise.

Especially after witnessing Ye Chen defeat a stronger opponent, killing a mid-Great Power Realm beast, she was even more amazed.

These beasts were corrupted by demonic energy.

Not only were they unafraid of death and pain, but they only knew killing, making them far stronger than ordinary cultivators of the same realm.

Remember, Ye Chen was only at the peak of the Transcendent Realm.

“Liuli, you flatter me.”

Seeing Ye Liuli’s astonished expression, Ye Chen couldn’t help but feel a bit smug and proud.

But soon, he remembered the important matter.

“The inheritance of the Tianyuan Secret Realm’s master might be below. Let’s hurry down. Although no one will catch up for a while…”

“We should avoid complications.”

Ye Chen said.

He was still worried Gu Changge might appear.

Undoubtedly, Gu Changge would come to this secret realm.

But so far, he hadn’t seen Gu Changge’s figure.

This made him somewhat uneasy.

Ye Chen had to admit that Gu Changge’s pressure on him was quite significant.

“Without a map, even if he comes, he’ll be trapped outside.”

Thinking this, Ye Chen felt reassured. Besides, he had a secret key that could control many traps.

“He’s just a lucky kid who got many good things. How can he compare to Young Master Gu in any other way?” Aunt Xue thought disdainfully.

Soon, they descended through the underground portal.

“This seems like a tomb?”

Ye Chen was shocked. Following the corridor down, they avoided many traps along the way.

The scene before them not only shocked him but also the others.

It was called a tomb.

But it looked like an ancient ruin, with various structures: dilapidated Buddhist halls, ancient wooden pavilions, and flying-eave mansions.

This was a corner of an ancient city hidden underground!

“The demonic energy here is getting thicker.”

“According to the map, deep in this ancient city, there is a palace where the inheritance lies…”

Ye Chen felt excited and thrilled. After all, once he went over, he could enter and receive the inheritance.

Roar!

Roar!

Roar!

At that moment, startling beast roars came from all around. Pairs of blood-red eyes lit up in the darkness.

It was a group of beasts, mixed with many mutated corpses, causing Ye Chen’s expression to change.

“They’re all Great Power Realm beasts…”

If they delayed further, he didn’t know what would happen; an uneasy feeling crept over him.

Also, why was his Master so calm today?

“Brother Ye Chen, go quickly. I’ll hold off the beasts here. Time is tight; don’t delay…”

Ye Liuli acted decisively, speaking calmly.

She had brought many divine servants who could buy Ye Chen some time, allowing him to seize the chance to receive the inheritance.

“Alright, Liuli, hold on. I’ll come help you all after I receive the inheritance.”

Hearing this, Ye Chen was deeply moved. Without looking back, he quickly headed toward the depths of the underground ancient city.

A wave of beasts surged forward, quickly surrounding Ye Liuli and the others.

As Ye Chen rushed deeper, outside the underground ancient city.

Gu Changge finally arrived at this place.

Looking at the scene inside, he couldn’t help but show a strange smile.

After all, he didn’t need to clear beasts or numerous traps, nor step on dangerous formation patterns.

The journey had been very easy.