Translator: Fate Translation Checker: Silavin The identity of the Chosen One of Mountains and Oceans True World was prestigious. He nearly towered over all others. It could be said to have set a precedent. Even the peerless beings from the various Forces dared not show Ni Chen any disrespect. No one dared to refuse Ni Chen’s requests. Still, he acted with discretion and did not do anything that would provoke the Clan. He only asked for things that were related to his cultivation. The various experts kept an eye on Ni Chen’s actions. Many had high expectations of him. They hoped that he could grow swiftly. All their hopes rested on him. Right now, the Heavenslayers Alliance combined all the Forces of the Mountains and Oceans True World. This included the Heavenly Court and Divine Empire that Gu Changge founded, as well as the small Sects peppered across the entire True World. One could say that the Heavenslayers Alliance was truly the number one Force in Mountains and Oceans True World since the Forbidden Epoch. It even had several Dao Realm cultivators. This made it even more powerful than the Immortal Palace at its peak. Even though the Heavenslayers Alliance had only just been established, a new aura was radiating across the entire Mountains and Oceans True World. After a discussion between Gu Changge and experts from the various Forces, it was decided that apart from the Chosen One, they would also select cultivators for other positions such as the Reserve Chosen One. They would be potential seedling, and more. Those with remarkable talent would also receive support and resources from the Heavenslayers Alliance. That way, the younger generation had a fighting chance. Even so, Ni Chen’s status as the Chosen One remained unshakable. After stabilising his Quasi-Immortal King Dao Fruit, he forged ahead once more. After entering seclusion for several days, he had another breakthrough and reached the Mid Stage Quasi-Immortal King Realm. Some of the veteran Immortal Kings even lost in fights against him. All at once, Ni Chen, under the name of ‘Wang Wushang’, became famous across the entire Mountains and Oceans True World. All the universes were rocked by the news. Many of the older experts became even more certain that he could change the fate of Mountains and Oceans True World. They were even considering becoming his followers. Quite a number even thought of him as a younger version of Gu Changge. Back in his youth, Gu Changge had outshined others just as much. It was not just his peers, either. Even the older generation had been so suppressed that they could not lift their heads up in front of him. Ni Chen, the Variable, was also rising at startling speeds. He had left his peers from the Immortal Domain far, far behind. Therefore, before Ni Chen had truly risen to his peak, many of those from earlier generations who thought favourably of him were starting to invest their resources into him. They were also toying with the idea of becoming his followers. Though the Gu Family’s Founding Ancestor, Ming, and other Dao Realm experts did not share the same sentiments, they did not oppose such actions. It was also their first time witnessing the growth of a Variable, so there were a lot of things they did not wish to interfere with. Even Gu Changge had told them to allow Ni Chen to grow at his own pace while providing him with whatever he needed. No one could be certain about the future, and neither did they know whether Ni Chen could truly resolve the upcoming crisis as the Mountains and Oceans True World’s True Spirit Successor, the Chosen One of the Heavenslayers Alliance! “I hope we have not made a mistake. Otherwise, all our efforts would have been for naught…” The Gu Family’s Founding Ancestor shook his head. Lately, there were ancient beings who thought about taking Ni Chen as their disciple, but they stopped that from happening. After all, due to the karmic consequences involved, not everyone could take Mountains and Oceans True World’s True Spirit Successor as their disciple. As Ni Chen was the Chosen One of the Heavenslayers Alliance, those related to him should naturally be proud of the connection they had. … However, right now, in an ancient palace inside the Wang Family Residence in the Upper Realm, the two Immortal King Ancestors of the Wang Family were sighing lamentably with worried expressions. The other Ancestors of the Wang Family were gathered inside the Wang Family Residence too. They were very respectful towards the two Immortal King Ancestors. Even though they were considered the Family’s Ancestors as well, they were only True Daoists. They were all Juniors compared to the two Immortal King Ancestors. “Please be careful with your words, Ancestor. Such things cannot be said lightly…” Right now, one of the Ancestors who seemed shocked yet doubtful could not resist speaking up. An Array had been set up in the area. Ordinarily, they did not need to worry about the other Family members sharing details from these private discussions. However, the Mountains and Oceans True World was filled with unknown experts now. More and more powerful beings were emerging every day. They could not be certain that no one would overhear what they said. Wang Zijin was also seated inside the palace, but she had her arms crossed, and her expression was neutral. She did not seem interested in what the two Immortal King Ancestors were saying. Back when she was still with the Wang Family in the Immortal Domain, one of them wanted to form an alliance with King Luo’s Family by marrying her off. She would have ended up married by now if she had not threatened to harm herself if they forced her to agree to the marriage. In fact, if her Family’s Immortal King Ancestor had not protested as well, she would have been forced into marriage by now. Therefore, Wang Zijin’s indifference made sense. “Naturally, we are not stating these things recklessly. Why else would we leave the Immortal Domain and come over to the Upper Realm to avoid the issue? Initially, we wanted to get to the bottom of the situation before dealing with the problem.” “But now, he has become the Chosen One of the Heavenslayers Alliance. He has so many ancient beings backing him. How can we possibly dare to share these things now? Furthermore, even that ‘being’ has said he would do everything to help him grow. With that ‘being’ supporting him, who in all of the Mountains and Oceans True World would dare go against him…” One of the Immortal King Ancestors from the Wang Family could not resist expressing his bitterness. Who would have thought that the high and mighty Immortal King who once presided over a part of the universe would have to flee to the Upper Realm to avoid a disaster? He was talking about Ni Chen, of course, who appeared as Wang Wushang, the Wang Family’s Successor, to everyone else. Now, Ni Chen was also known all over Mountains and Oceans True World as the Chosen One of the Heavenslayers Alliance. Technically, for Wang Wushang Ancestors, they should be honoured and thrilled that he had such a high status and received such high regard. Yet, they did not feel this way. On the contrary, they felt terrified and were too afraid to remain with the Wang Family in the Immortal Domain. “We detected something amiss some years ago, but we could not be sure at the time. It was only after a series of tests and observations that we determined Wang Wushang is no longer the same person. Something unknown had taken over his body.” “Something had also happened to the other Family members around him. They lost their True Souls and became nothing more than puppets. During our seclusion, he had ended up devouring the entire Wang Family…” “Worse of all, there was a Force no weaker than us backing him. Therefore, if we had not fled the Immortal Domain, we would have ended up like the rest of our Family members. He would have devoured us too.” The female Immortal King had a pained look on her face as she explained the situation. Back then, she thought highly of Wang Wushang and believed he could become an Immortal King. As long as he did not die, he would surely join the ranks of Immortal Kings someday. Who would have thought that this would happen instead? After hearing what the two Immortal Kings said, the other Ancestors of the Wang Family got the gist of the situation. They exchanged glances with each other and saw the disbelief in everyone’s eyes. “In that case, just who is he? Don’t the ancient beings now think he’s the hope for the future of Mountains and Oceans True World? Had they been fooled too?” The possibility of this made them tremble in fear. Wang Wushang was no longer Wang Wushang. His body had been possessed by something else. Taken aback, Wang Zijin raised her eyebrows. She did not expect Wang Wushang to have long since been possessed by another. [In that case, did it happen when he came to look for me at the Mortal Palace?] What Gu Changge said at the time felt a little strange to her, but she did not think much of it then. [Could it be that he already sensed that something was wrong?] Upon thinking about this, Wang Zijin realised that something was amiss. Gu Changge had personally selected ‘Wang Wushang’ to be the Chosen One of Mountains and Oceans True World. “We have no other options now. We can only share these things within the Family. We dare not tell anyone else. However, Zijin and that being have a good relationship. If she can inform him about this, maybe something can be done…” The Immortal King Ancestor spoke up hesitantly as he glanced at Wang Zijin. ‘Wang Wushang’ had grown far more powerful now. The Wang Family’s Immortal King Ancestor might not even be powerful enough to go against him. Furthermore, the other experts in Mountains and Oceans True World would not allow him to attack ‘Wang Wushang’. Wang Zijin’s expression was cold as she glanced at the Wang Family’s Founding Ancestor. Truth be told, she wanted to scoff at him. [You plan on using me as a messenger?] Still, when it came to such things, she figured it was necessary to inform Gu Changge. However, she had a feeling that Gu Changge had some other ulterior motive. … “Soon, I’ll reach the Immortal King Realm. The Power of Will from the living beings is such a wondrous thing.” “Not only has it allowed my talent to grow, but it has even made my Soul a lot stronger. I’m able to make progress in my plan to possess Mountains and Oceans True World.” Inside a cave filled with dazzling light, Ni Chen sat cross-legged on top of a cushion. Many sacred materials were placed all around him. They were priceless treasures that aided in his cultivation. Surging Fortuity could be seen above him. It shone like the light of a Great Sun. Any living being would be able to detect the shocking power. Spirit Veins in the world were gathered in this mountaintop. Jaws would drop at the abundance of Spiritual Energy found here. Even if he simply sat there and cultivated without doing anything else, he was able to grow at an incredible speed that surpassed all imagination. His attempt to pretend to be the True Spirit Successor had gone unusually well. Even Gu Changge, the one Ni Chen feared would have been his biggest obstacle, spoke in his defence and offered up many resources to help him with his cultivation. It was all a surprise. That being said, Ni Chen knew he had to take things slow. He was now the Chosen One of the Heavenslayers Alliance, which made him a being of great importance. There were even a lot of guardians on this mountaintop to keep him safe. Nevertheless, his priority now was to reach the Immortal King Realm and move on to the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm. He had to reach the Quasi-Immortal Emperor Realm before he could truly possess Mountains and Oceans True World and become the new True Spirit. Once that happened, he did not even have to fear the Dao Realm experts. “When the time comes, I will truly take over Mountains and Oceans True World. I will revive my Family, parents, and loved ones with my own hands!” Ni Chen’s eyes gleamed with madness and ambition. However, he soon hid such emotions as he was worried that the experts on the Chosen One Peak would sense something. In reality, he knew that not many believed he was Mountains and Oceans True World’s True Spirit Successor. What they cared about was mainly his so-called identity as a Variable. However, Ni Chen knew full well he was not a Variable. He simply used the talent of the Deep Control Clan to replace the original Wang Wushang. During this time, he used the strength of the various Star Territories he possessed to elevate his cultivation. Yet, by such coincidence, everyone, including Gu Changge, viewed him as the Variable and believed he could change the future of Mountains and Oceans True World. When establishing the Heavenslayers Alliance, Gu Changge even personally gathered an abundance of blessings and the Power of Will for him. Ni Chen had been both shocked and overjoyed. If even Gu Changge did something like that, why would any of the Forces in this True World not believe him? From that day onwards, an abundance of the Fortuity came rushing towards him like a coursing river. With the help of such overwhelming Fortuity, even a common livestock would become a Celestial Beast. Initially, he only pretended to possess the unimaginable talent of a Variable, but in the end, Gu Changge had forcibly turned him into a Variable. Ni Chen could barely hold back the urge to cackle at his great fortune. At first, he harboured quite a lot of resentment towards Gu Changge for the humiliation he suffered in the past, but now, such feelings had mostly dissipated. “Though you are heinous Demon, Gu Changge, in my eyes, you’re benevolence itself.” Ni Chen sneered before closing his eyes to focus on his cultivation. He wanted to reach the threshold of the Immortal King Realm as soon as possible. … [The Fortuity of the Mountains and Oceans True World is rising steadily. If this continues, perhaps an explosive growth will occur before the next Great Purge. This ferocious game of chess will only begin once Qingyi reawakens. However, news of the Heavenslayers Alliance must have spread to the other True Worlds. But to me, Mountains and Oceans True World is merely a stepping stone.] Gu Changge stood high in the sky and peered down on the entire Mountains and Oceans True World. He could see all the changes in the lives and Fortuities of the beings below. Nothing that happened in the universes escaped his view. If he wanted to, he could gather all the living beings and deduce the changes in their lives and fate. Wisps of Fortuity rose and turned into clouds of smoke that seemed to cover the sky. These represented those with flourishing Fortuity and those who were the main characters of their respective destinies… Gu Changge followed the trail of these Fortuities. … Outside Green Mountain Village, Wang Xiaoniu and Chen Xiaoya finally reunited. They shared their sorrows and described their experience. Wisps of Fortuity fluttered up into the sky… “In Wang Xiaoniu’s destiny, he is the main character…” This reminded Gu Changge of the Fortuitous Ones he had personally ‘led’ in the past. Even though that had simply been his method of harvesting Fortuity, such Fortuity was no longer of use to him. Compared to who he was then, his attitude had changed now. In the past, he plundered Dao and harvested the Fortuity of others. However, the true way of the Heavenly Dao was to give both life and nurture to all beings. Heaven nurtured all living beings without expecting anything in return.