Great Villain: Starting by Humiliating the Son of the Heavenly Fate - Chapter 264

Chapter 264: The Next Destination Chapter 264: The Next Destination Taking all of this into account, Jiang Chen contemplated silently: By using my influence, I can definitely prevent any conflict among Blackwood Island’s cultivators.

Gu Ran will likely leave Blackwood Island to search for opportunities elsewhere.

Given his current cultivation level, he’ll probably steer clear of the Ageless Spirit Heavenly Sect and instead head toward the more remote regions.

The fact that Feng Liu is still a supporting character is probably tied to future events in the plot.

Exploring these outer areas should be my next step.

After carefully weighing his options, he reached a decision.

Jiang Chen then began a detailed investigation of the islands surrounding Blackwood Island.

Through this meticulous search, he discovered a host of newly emerging supporting characters.

Among them were members of the You Clan.

The You Clan, known for their close ties to the Feng Clan, is naturally part of the supporting characters’ group.

In the original storyline, they were supposed to become Gu Ran’s enemies after Feng Hongbo was killed by Gu Ran.

The blame for You Dan’s death would have also fallen on him.

But now, with the plot disrupted on Blackwood Island, Feng Liu is still alive.

Because of him, the You Clan will inevitably turn into Gu Ran’s enemies, setting the stage for the next part of the story.

Similarly, the Cai and Gan Clans also have supporting characters within their ranks.

These three clans should all play roles in the same subplot.

However, it’s unlikely that the Cai and Gan Clans will directly become enemies with Gu Ran.

So what role will they play in the storyline?

As Jiang Chen reflected, he maintained his focus and didn’t halt the search with his divine sense.

Suddenly, a powerful presence entered the range of his divine sense-it was Wu Qian.

Wu Qian’s cultivation base was at the Late-stage Dao Palace realm.

However, unlike Gu Ran, he didn’t have a protagonist’s halo, nor did he possess anything extraordinary like the Endless Dark Blood Moon Bloodline.

He was just an ordinary cultivator.

With the Void Tribulation Soulring enhancing him, Jiang Chen’s soul had already reached the Transcendence realm.

On top of that, he had mastered numerous cultivation techniques related to soul power.

Because of this, even with Wu Qian’s caution, he remained completely unaware that he was being watched.

Wu Qian…

Previously, his Fate Value was over six thousand, but now it has unexpectedly surged to seven thousand.

Could it be that the upcoming plot involving Gu Ran is connected to him?

Jiang Chen pondered carefully, his thoughts gradually forming a hypothesis.

If Wu Qian, a Dao Palace realm cultivator, didn’t have a compelling reason, why would he isolate himself in such a remote part of the sea?

There had to be a secret.

And that secret, according to the original storyline, might be an important blessing that Heavenly Fate had intended for Gu Ran.

The You Clan, the Cai Clan, the Gan Clan, and now Wu Qian, a powerhouse at the Dao Palace realm.

Next, Gu Ran will likely encounter the You Clan first!

As these thoughts took shape, Jiang Chen began to watch the situation more closely, observing every detail with sharp focus.

Time passed slowly, with the events gradually unfolding…

…

Secluded in a modest dwelling on Blackwood Island, Gu Ran sat cross-legged on his bed, immersed in cultivation.

After a while, he let out a deep breath of turbid qi, signaling the end of his session.

Feeling relieved, Gu Ran thought to himself: The harmful effects of the Ageless Spirit Extinguishing Origin have been resolved.

The teleportation array on Blackwood Island is finally repaired and almost ready to activate.

The time had come for him to leave Blackwood Island and venture elsewhere, hunting demonic beasts to grow stronger.

Standing up, Gu Ran concealed his presence and headed toward Blackwood Island’s Teleportation Hall.

When he arrived, he saw the teleportation array up ahead, nearly ready for use.

A few array masters were still working on the final touches.

Around the area, a crowd of cultivators had gathered, eager to seize the chance to leave the island.

Among them was Feng Liu.

However, not everyone was planning to leave.

Many had chosen to stay, hoping to capitalize on the new opportunities created by Zhang San’s rise as a significant power on the island.

For them, staying was a gamble worth taking.

Before long, excited shouts rang out-the teleportation array was successfully reactivated!

“Finally!” someone exclaimed joyfully.

“At last, we can leave this cursed island!” “The demonic beast tide is too close for comfort here.

I need to get to Ageless Spirit Heavenly Island as soon as possible!” “Me too!

Let’s go together to Ageless Spirit Heavenly Island!” A lively chatter broke out among the cultivators as they surged toward the newly operational teleportation array.

In no time, the area was teeming with people, all eager to leave.

“Spirit stones!” a voice shouted urgently.

“If you want to use the teleportation array, you must pay the fee in spirit stones!” “We spent a fortune repairing this array.

If you’re not willing to pay, step aside and let others through!” As the stern declarations echoed, a handful of cultivators paled and reluctantly stepped away from the teleportation array.

Moments later, the array was activated, and those who had paid the spirit stone fee were instantly teleported away.

Gu Ran stood quietly, deep in thought: Ageless Spirit Heavenly Island…

With my current strength, I wouldn’t stand a chance there.

I need to reach the Dao Palace realm first.

Otherwise, if a Dao Palace powerhouse from the Ageless Spirit Heavenly Sect notices me, I’d be wiped out with a flick of their finger.

Besides, I’m not sure if the demonic beast tide has completely subsided yet.

I should explore the surrounding islands first… After a brief pause to finalize his plan, Gu Ran discreetly stepped onto the teleportation array.

In a flash of light, he vanished.

Simultaneously, one of Jiang Chen’s death warriors, tasked with tracking Gu Ran, also activated the teleportation array and followed after him.

“Start the teleportation immediately!” Feng Liu demanded, handing over a significant number of spirit stones to the cultivator managing the array.

His voice carried a sense of urgency.

The cultivator gave him a knowing look but showed no particular concern.

Focused solely on his job, he took the payment and activated the teleportation array without delay, sending Feng Liu to the same destination as Gu Ran.

…

Three Mountains Island-a place far larger than Blackwood Island.

It was defined by three towering peaks, surrounded by countless smaller mountains, giving the impression of a miniature continent floating in the sea.

The island was ruled by three major clans: the You Clan, the Cai Clan, and the Gan Clan.

These were the same clans Jiang Chen had identified earlier, all tied to the supporting characters.

According to the original plot, they were likely fated to meet their end at Gu Ran’s hands.

Jiang Chen had considered using the power of the Ageless Spirit Heavenly Sect to either eliminate or relocate the three clans.

This would rob Gu Ran of the chance to show off and humiliate his potential enemies.

However, such actions would inevitably alter the plot.

More importantly, the storyline involving the You Clan might implicate Wu Qian.

The reason Wu Qian, a Late-stage Dao Palace realm cultivator, chose to stay in such an isolated location was likely tied to the existence of some extraordinary treasure.

If a treasure could keep a cultivator of his level anchored in a desolate place for years with no intention of leaving, it might very well be of the Transcendence rank.

For Jiang Chen, the priority wasn’t just denying Gu Ran his opportunities-it was to claim those opportunities for himself.

A treasure of the Transcendence rank would be incredibly valuable to Jiang Chen, especially since he currently lacked the means to obtain such treasures through the System Mall.

One step at a time, Jiang Chen thought to himself.

First, I need to see whether Gu Ran and the You Clan will clash directly or employ subtler tactics.

On Blackwood Island, the conflicts were more secretive, but here, open confrontation seemed far more likely.

A protagonist’s journey wasn’t meant to be monotonous, after all-it thrived on challenges and variety.

With this in mind, Jiang Chen quietly signaled his death warriors on Three Mountains Island to stay on standby, ready for action at a moment’s notice.

In fact, Jiang Chen had already deployed the rest of his death warriors to infiltrate the three clans on Three Mountains Island.

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