Library of Heaven’s Path 2: Eternal Destiny

Vol 2 Chapter 126 I Still Feel Pity

"That’s Kong Shi we’re talking about! If he manages to attain supreme power, he’ll be far more reliable than anyone else. At least then, I wouldn’t have to roam around so pitifully searching for Heaven’s Fate Energy."

“That’s right, it’s the Zhi Lan Valley!”

Unaware of Zhang Xuan’s thoughts, Fu Yingying nodded in confirmation.

“This place being activated... what does it have to do with your family’s early selection process?” After his initial excitement, Zhang Xuan couldn’t help but ask curiously.

“The Heaven’s Fate Divine Domain is divided into the outer area, the inner area, and the core! The activation of the core means that someone has already broken through the outer and inner areas. Once the core is breached, the domain can be refined, granting its inheritor unparalleled power!”

Fu Yingying explained, “The Zhi Lan Valley ranks 21st among all the Divine Domains, which is a testament to its prestige and strength. If one can refine it, the benefits are beyond imagination. So when the Divine Domain’s Radiance appeared, it disrupted the plans of all major families in the Zouyi Dynasty. After all, according to their calculations, that Chaotic Fate Practitioner was supposed to perish inside it. There’s no way they expected this kind of outcome.”

Zhang Xuan nodded.

When Kong Shi was chased into the Zhi Lan Valley, he had just entered the Source World and was, like Zhang Xuan, in the early stages of cultivation. At such a level, being thrust into such a perilous location seemed like a certain death sentence. It wasn’t surprising that no one held out hope for him.

Not only did he break through the outer and inner areas, but he even activated the core.

Fu Yingying continued, “An activated core in the Heaven’s Fate Divine Domain is like a chestnut with its shell removed—its spiky defenses gone, leaving the treasure exposed. My Fu family doesn’t want to miss this opportunity, so we’re also vying for entry. But determining who gets to enter and whom to listen to becomes a critical issue. This is why the selection process has been moved up. On one hand, it’s to find a suitable successor, and on the other, it’s to recruit more talents and secure greater benefits.”n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

Realization dawned on Zhang Xuan, though he also felt a twinge of unease. “How long does it take from core activation to actual inheritance?”

“The Heaven’s Fate Divine Domain is formed from the remains of a superpower, and the core holds immense energy. Once activated, a powerful will manifests, creating an aurora in the skies! During this period, it’s impossible to approach, and this phenomenon lasts about three days. So, the earliest anyone can attempt to reach the core and claim its benefits is after three days. Rushing in before that would be dangerous. And to fully refine the domain, it would take no less than half a month to a month,” Fu Yingying elaborated.

Zhang Xuan heaved a sigh of relief but couldn’t hide the concern in his eyes.

He had worried that Kong Shi might have already refined the Heaven’s Fate Divine Domain, but it seemed he hadn’t succeeded yet.

The influx of powerful figures and factions would only make things more complicated.

“Zhang Xuan, can you help me? If I succeed and receive my family’s inheritance, you’ll benefit greatly too. The Fu family will become your backer, helping you enter the Divine Domain and seize opportunities!”

Fu Yingying looked at him expectantly.

“Well...” Zhang Xuan hesitated.

He desperately needed Heaven’s Fate Energy. If the Fu family could support him, breaking through to the Star River Realm would become much easier. Once inside the Divine Domain, with their backing, he could also assist Kong Shi—killing two birds with one stone.

“Are you sure I can help you?” After a brief pause, Zhang Xuan asked again.

Fu Yingying’s expression turned conflicted. “To be honest, I’m not entirely sure. I only realized after returning to my family that they’ve invited so many geniuses—the top three from the Star River Potential List are all here. Each of them is exceptionally gifted and extraordinary.”

“The top three on the Star River Potential List?”

Zhang Xuan blinked.

“Exactly!” Fu Yingying’s gaze turned serious. “Especially the one ranked first—Yan San-shisan. His potential is limitless, and he has already broken through to the Star River Realm. His talent is unparalleled. If you think it’s too difficult, we can drop our previous agreement, and I’ll stop troubling you. But if you think you can manage, my earlier promises still stand.”

“I’ll do it!” Zhang Xuan nodded.

During their discussion back in Hanyuan City, she had offered 5,000 Destiny Disks as payment. That was equivalent to 50 million strands of Heaven’s Fate Energy!

Who would turn down such a lucrative offer?

“Really? You’re willing to take the risk for me?”

Seeing him agree so readily, Fu Yingying’s eyes sparkled with both disbelief and gratitude. For a moment, Zhang Xuan felt enveloped by a strange, alluring energy.

Fox Charm Destiny, the allure of Heaven’s Fate!

This woman still seemed intent on turning him into her loyal follower.

“So, there’s danger involved... I’ll pass then!” Zhang Xuan shook his head.

“...” Fu Yingying’s eyes twitched.

She thought reverting to her usual charms might truly win his allegiance rather than just strike a deal. Yet she failed again.

“Do I hold no place in your heart at all?”

Pouting, Fu Yingying’s face filled with grievance. Her gaze, filled with sorrow and longing, carried a technique from the Fox Charm Destiny known as “Irresistible Pity.”

A single glance could evoke sympathy in any man’s heart.

“Of course, you do...” Zhang Xuan nodded.

Fu Yingying brightened, but before she could respond, she heard his next words:

“...5,000 Destiny Disks!”

Her vision darkened as anger flared.

Although her charm wasn’t the strongest among her seven sisters, it was still potent enough to sway both men and women. Yet here he was, more interested in Destiny Disks than her.

“You said the selection starts this afternoon, right? If we don’t leave now, we’ll be late,” Zhang Xuan remarked, cutting short the conversation with a dismissive wave.

Frustrated but resigned, Fu Yingying nodded.

While Zhang Xuan’s talent was impressive, her decision to choose him was mainly because he was immune to her charm. If she couldn’t sway him, it was unlikely others could either. At least she wouldn’t have to worry about him being stolen away by her sisters—something that had happened before.

To avoid attracting attention, Fu Yingying had come in a carriage. Without Dao Li, Zhang Xuan followed her and climbed in.

The carriage was cozy and faintly scented. Seated inside, Zhang Xuan seemed entirely unbothered by sharing it with a beautiful woman. Instead, he furrowed his brows and turned his attention to the Library of Heaven’s Path.

Among the countless books, a network of emotional threads had somehow trapped a flowing river, wrapping it like a cocoon.

“Is this... Fox Charm Destiny?”

Zhang Xuan was stunned.

Wasn’t this a destiny exclusive to women? Why would he comprehend it?

Did this mean he’d have to sway and seduce others too?

The thought made Zhang Xuan’s eyelid twitch, filling him with unease.

It wasn’t that he had an overly masculine ego, but Fox Charm was inherently feminine. What if his time disguised as Ling Buyang had altered him... made him more effeminate?

He imagined himself wearing a red robe, sitting cross-legged, embroidering... and couldn’t help but grimace, on the verge of tears.

Meanwhile, Fu Yingying had just entered the carriage. After calming her earlier embarrassment, she smiled faintly and began loosening her robe. “It’s so hot...”

The garment slipped slightly, revealing her fair shoulders and the soft curves of her chest.

Surely, if words couldn’t charm him, actions would do the trick, right?

Feeling smug, she glanced over at the young man across from her—only to see his expression transform from disbelief to anguish, as though he were about to cry.

“???”

Fu Yingying was baffled.

What just happened? Did seeing me undress make him nauseous?

Could it be... he doesn’t like women?

Author's Note