Published at 27th of December 2025 7:19 am

Chapter 3994: Dark Corners

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When Lu Yin saw Yu Xiang'ers serious expression, he knew that this was no joke. He simply asked in confusion, Why me?

Because your name is Fugui.

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Among cultivators, there are both geniuses and ordinary people, but even the most ordinary of people would rarely ever adopt such a name. Your name alone proves your uniqueness and that you have a heart unsullied by the mortal world.

Speak like a human.

Your name is so homely that others feel ashamed to bully you.

Lu Yin was left speechless. That was much too blunt. Was that even accurate? Then again, who would bully a fool with the name of Fugui?

He regretted his choice. He should not have chosen the name Fugui. Yu Xiang'er was correct; what cultivator would ever accept such a name? Within a group of prodigies, something ordinary would stand out quite sharply, which was exactly his name. Even the weakest independent cultivator would never choose such an unpleasant name. Even ordinary mortals would rarely ever do so.

Lu Yin felt that he had gone too far with his alias.

He had not given it much thought before, and he had simply wanted to blend in with the independent cultivators. Maybe Ive been led astray by the Origin Progenitor, though at least Fugui sounds better than Pillar.

He had stood at the top for too long, and he had lost understanding of certain matters.

Could this have been how the Origin Progenitor and his Heavens Sect were plotted against by Yong Heng?

Yong Heng hid in the shadows, laying out his schemes step by step, while the Origin Progenitor shone too brightly. Eventually, the disparity brought about the destruction of the Heavens Sect.

Lu Yin had thought that he would never ignore the dark shadows, but in truth, he had already started doing so.

He had always paid close attention to Yong Heng, seeing him as the threat in the shadows, but Yong Heng was not the only threat. True God had not posed a great threat to the Origin Progenitor all those years ago, which was precisely why he had been overlooked.

There were definitely already those hiding in the shadows, unseen, yet hating Lu Yin and scheming against him. It was likely that he would dismiss such people, but who was to say that none of them would become the next Yong Heng?

Lu Yin took a deep breath, his expression growing heavy.

He had tried to be extremely cautious in investigating whatever was hiding beneath the Blackmarsh, but he had still subconsciously carried a certain amount of lighthearted indifference. He had never considered the impact that even a name could have, and that was a grave mistake.

Had he truly been cautious, Yu Xiang'er would have never even noticed him at all. He would still be standing on the city walls, watching the commotion and unnoticed by all.

Fortunately, it was Yu Xiang'er who had given him the wake-up call.

Dark corners were dark precisely because they could not be seen through, and it was impossible for Lu Yin to see into all the shadows.

Seeing Lu Yins solemn expression, Yu Xiang'er carefully asked, Im sorry. Did I go too far?

Lu Yin looked at her and smiled. No, you said it very well. Thank you.

Yu Xiang'er was puzzled. Thank you?

Lu Yin smiled and nodded. Thank you.

Fugui, whats going on with you today? the maid asked in confusion.

Lu Yin shrugged. Its nothing. So, young lady, you called me here just to chat with you by the candlelight and ruin your reputation?

Yes, I hope that youll agree to help, Yu Xiang'er replied. She then took out several cultivated spirit seeds from her cosmic ring. These are just a portion of your compensation. Once this is over, Ill recommend you somewhere: the Four Commands Sword Sect, the Jue family, the Nine Odysseys, you can choose wherever you want to go. I have connections everywhere.

Lu Yin unhesitatingly accepted the spirit seeds. Very well, lets work together.

Yu Xiang'er heaved a sigh of relief. She had not expected this man to agree so easily.

Lu Yin was actually feeling quite grateful. Yu Xiang'er had sounded a timely alarm for him.

One war after another, one crisis after the next had resulted in Lu Yin climbing ever higher. His Karmic Dao had even merged with the Heavenly Karmic Macrocosm, which had given him a feeling of omnipotence. However, nothing in the cosmos was truly omnipotent or omniscient. If such a thing were possible, how could the Netherfiends and Silent Death have remained hidden for so long? Greater Sancte Green Lotus should have become invincible long ago.

The powers of karma, time, and even extreme physical strength were all just forms of living creatures abilities.

There were far too many strange abilities that existed in the omniverse.

Just Luo Chans ability of instant teleportation was difficult to deal with, and that creature was merely a Verdant Sage. That meant that it must have spawned in a megaverse inhabited by creatures that were also capable of teleporting. In that case, where was that megaverse? Where were its inhabitants? Were all of those creatures dead? Lu Yin did not believe so. With an ability like teleportation, it should be impossible for such creatures to be completely exterminated.

Humanity was small. Lu Yin had not even reached the Immortal realm, and he was not qualified to play games on the greater cosmoss scale.

All wins were a result of knowledge, while all losses arose from ignorance.

Even Immortals could die, so how much more fragile was Lu Yins existence?

Young lady, do you really want to do this? the maid asked worriedly.

Of course. You know me well, Yu Xiang'er replied.

The maid sighed. By doing this, Yu Xiang'er would make it incredibly difficult for her to ever marry. Still, the maid had no intention of trying to persuade the woman otherwise. This really was just how Yu Xiang'er was.

The only ones who were qualified to give her advice were the other Seven Fairies, but it seemed that Yu Xiang'ers current plan had come from those same women.

It was Fugui, the absolute fool, who would reap the profits in the end. By playing a part in this single play, he could soar into the heavens. With the young ladys favor, he would do well wherever he went. He would no longer be an independent cultivator, but instead someone backed by the Seven Fairies.

Of course, there was also danger to what he was agreeing to do. Should others become jealous of him, it was not impossible for assassins to be sent in secret to kill him.

That night, Lu Yin remained in Yu Xiang'ers courtyard. The maid left, standing guard outside the door. Inside, candlelit illuminated a conversation.

When Yu Sheng learned what was happening, he hurried over, determined to drag Fugui out, only to be stopped by Yu Xiang'ers maid.

Second Master, the young lady has given orders that no one is to disturb her. Should that happen, no one will be shown any face.

Yu Sheng stared at the door to the courtyard, anxiously shifting his feet. Does that girl even understand what shes doing?

The maid did not reply.

Yu Sheng stared at the door for a long time, but being helpless, he eventually left.

News of what was happening gradually spread out from the city lord's manor, across Blackmarsh City, and then quickly across the rest of the megaverse.

<>Yu Xiang'er, one of the Seven Fairies, had spent the night in conversation with a man, accompanied by nothing but candlelight. Even her maid had remained outside, standing guard. This news might have very well been a thunderclap, and it even overshadowed the efforts to eradicate the remaining insects.

Countless people inquired into the male companions identity.

All that anyone learned was that his name was Fugui.

Fugui? What kind of name is that?

Are you sure its Fugui? You didnt mishear?

Yes, Master, its Fugui

Countless people discussed the matter.

Yu Mi, city lord of Dayi City, nearly passed out from the overwhelming rage.

On the walls of Blackmarsh City, Ling Guang stared in the direction of the city lord's manor. Fugui, Fugui.

Ling Shu sounded sympathetic to him. Brother.

Ling Guangs voice was bitter. I hope that Fugui can stay safe. This is not going to be good for him.

The siblings understood that Fugui did not have any real relationship with Yu Xiang'er. No one was foolish, and everyone quickly guessed that the man was being taken advantage of. For some independent nobody to be caught up in such an affair, it would only lead to trouble.

The following day, Yu Xiang'er and Lu Yin emerged from her courtyard. Her previously indifferent attitude had been completely replaced with a cheerful demeanor. She proceeded to deliberately seek out Little Lotus King and invite him on a tour of Blackmarsh City, and she even extended the invitation to Xue Zhan and Jian Heng.

She acted perfectly within the capacity of the Hundred Cities Assemblys little princess.

Yu Sheng felt quite bitter as he listened to Yu Mis furious curses, yet he was completely helpless. Big Brother, you understand how Xianger is. She doesnt care about anything. If this really does cause trouble, it will be hard to smooth over. I wont be able to handle this.

Whats that boys story? Did Xianger deliberately pick some fool named Fugui? Is his name really Fugui? Investigate him, and dig up absolutely everything.

Understood. Ive already sent people to investigate him. However, the boys just a tool. Nothings even happened.

How ridiculous! My daughter could never fall for some Fugui! Still, investigate him anyway. Why did she specifically pick this Fugui? See if theres anything exceptional about him.

Understood.

Little Lotus King graciously accepted the invitation. However, when Yu Xiang'er led him on a tour of Blackmarsh City, she brought Fugui and her maid along as well.

Little Lotus King spent his time carefully observing Lu Yin, and he occasionally spoke a few words to him. Unlike the mockery that Jian Heng had shown, Little Lotus King was calm and even respectful.

In response, Lu Yin was even more courteous. He fully adopted the mindset of a common independent cultivator when facing Little Lotus King.

However, this led Yu Xiang'er and her maid to see yet another personality being put on display.

Why does this man change personalities every day? Could he be schizophrenic?

Yu Xiang'er led the group to wander about Blackmarsh City with Little Lotus King. They strolled along the streets, enjoyed tea, and even watched some of the battles against the insects outside the city. As time passed, Little Lotus King spoke more and more with Lu Yin, and he asked quite a few questions.

The tour lasted for an entire day before the group returned to the city lord's manor.

At the manors gates, they ran into someone.

Ning Xiao.

Lu Yin curiously looked through the gate at the elegant man standing there. His bearing was in no way inferior to Little Lotus Kings. Ning Xiao? Another one of the geniuses frozen in the Scion Spire.

Lu Yin had heard of this man.

Instantly, countless eyes drifted from Lu Yins group over to Ning Xiao.

At the moment, he was standing in front of the phantom of sword intent.

This sword intent had blocked numerous prodigies from stepping foot into the city lord's manor. All who had forced their way past it were extraordinary individuals.

When Lu Yins group saw Ning Xiao, he also noticed them. He greeted the group, and although his gaze lingered on Lu Yin for a moment, he offered a nod with a bit of warmth that felt like a spring breeze.

The eyes of Yu Xiang'ers maid lit up. Compared to Little Lotus King, Ning Xiao was the kind of man that women like her dreamed of having as a lover.

Little Lotus King had too high a status. He was one of Greater Sancte Green Lotuss disciples and the heir of the Sea of Karma. He was acknowledged by countless people as the person most likely to become an Immortal in the future. He was someone who far exceeded the imagination of ordinary people.

In contrast, Ning Xiao was an independent cultivator and an authentic one at that.

By all rights, anyone who slept in the Scion Spire had to have a major faction behind them.

Without that kind of support, how could any prodigy rise to true power, no matter how great their talent was? It was far too rare for such a genius to appear among independent cultivators.

Ning Xiao was an example of that kind of genius, and he carried the hopes and dreams of countless independent cultivators.

The mans future was truly limitless, but because he was an independent cultivator, he did not give people the impression of being unreachable. Additionally, he was known for his chivalrous spirit and elegance, which were enough to conquer countless hearts.

During his era, not even his lack of backing had been able to diminish his incredible brilliance.

The sword intent was defeated but not broken. Ning Xiao simply walked through it. No one understood how.

The various eyes watching him grew dumbstruck.

Lu Yin arched a brow. Interesting. None of these scions are simple.

Ning Xiao had approached the sword intent and used a peculiar battle technique. He had allowed the phantom of sword intent to attack him, during which his own technique had constantly adjusted to it and run simulations. He had both blocked and deceived the sword intent, which was how he had simply strolled past it.

He had exerted far less effort than Yu Xiang'er, who had lifted the sword intent with her Thousand-Petaled Lotus Hand.

Just then, a towering figure entered the city. With just a few steps, they arrived at the gates to the manor. Ning Xiao, dont run away!

Ning Xiao had already entered the city lord's manor, and he merely turned back and smiled. Ji, the one you should challenge is him.

He pointed his folded fan straight at Lu Yins group, indicating Little Lotus King.

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