Chapter 164

Chapter 164

Heaven and earth are indifferent to benevolence or malevolence; all living beings are like straw dolls in its eyes, without distinction.

Chu Ge represents the Heavenly Dao in the book, and he would not allow anything to occur in that world that deviates from his control, causing the plot to become chaotic and potentially backfiring on himself.

Chu Ge is a mortal in this world, and he would not permit the beings he created to have any unpredictable impact on his homeland. He would also not allow them to reveal his secrets, which could lead to trouble, nor would he permit the dissemination of the skills from the book, causing them to lose their unique characteristics.

Whether you are the bloodthirsty and ruthless Yan Qianli, the righteous gentleman Xie Jiuxiao, or the perpetually chivalrous Chu Tiange. It’s all the same, no matter who you are.

So, “because you are the villain” is just an excuse.

It has nothing to do with good or evil, nor does it concern gender. It is not so much about morality as it is about the fear of losing control. Anything that is unpredictable and uncontrollable is strictly forbidden.

Why is Qiu Wuji an exception?

It’s not just because of love.

It’s also because Qiu Wuji has always understood him from the beginning and has never done anything that scares him.

“When Qiu Wuji and I hadn’t reached this stage in our relationship, she was still fine.” Chu Ge said wearily, “Do you know why?”

Yan Qianli chuckled, “Because she’s beautiful, and you hope she can be in this kind of relationship with you.”

Chu Ge remained expressionless, “Do you think you’re being funny? If heaven and earth are indifferent, then beauty is just the same as straw dolls... Maybe she’s just a puppet.”

Yan Qianli was taken aback and fell silent. That statement is not wrong. If it were someone else, being able to control the fate of a stunning woman would likely result in something other than a romantic relationship.

“Actually, in the beginning, I was coerced by her. She held a sword to my neck,” Chu Ge held Qiu Wuji’s hand and smiled. “At that time, I was very unwilling, so I turned the tables on her and added a character detail that still angers her to this day... At that time, we can say that we were mutually hostile.”

Qiu Wuji gave him a blank look. For some reason, listening to these words brought a sense of nostalgia. Their past encounters... Whether it was holding a sword to his neck or his stubborn addition of the line ‘If you want a man, find the Creator God.’

That was the beginning of their relationship, and comparing it to their current dependence on each other felt like a world away.

“During that time, something else happened, and I felt very lonely. When Qiu Wuji reappeared, I had less resistance and more surprise. So I was willing to talk to her and strive for mutual understanding,” Chu Ge said in a low voice. “Qiu Wuji is tough on the outside but soft-hearted. She knows the difficulties I face and won’t cause any unintended consequences in this world. When she tested the limits of the book, she was cautious and tried not to make significant changes to avoid any unforeseen circumstances. I may not say it out loud, but I see it all, and I’m grateful for Qiu Wuji’s understanding... and I love her even more.”

He paused for a moment and continued, “Can anyone else do these things? Can you, Yan Qianli?”

Little Flame began struggling, “Damn heavens... I mean, respected Heavenly Dao, Creator God, you must forget what I’ve done. I’ll go back and obediently follow your arrangements. Let me chop whoever needs to be chopped, and I won’t come out again...”

Qiu Wuji was dumbfounded, “Are you still Yan Qianli?”

“You ignorant woman, what do you know? If a practitioner of demonic path does not change direction whenever they want, can it still be called the demonic path? Is it too shameful to bown to the Creator?” Little Flame stomped his foot. “I’m going to die. Even though I could have lived fine in the subsequent storyline, I had to come out and endure a night of rain. There won’t even be a memorable finale that people will remember. Do you know what it feels like...”

Chu Ge and Qiu Wuji looked at each other.

Hearing it was heart-wrenching, seeing it was tear-inducing.

Little Flame continued to struggle, “Creator God, it would be troublesome to change the subsequent storyline, right? I, Yan Qianli, am also a top-level demonic cultivator who has roamed the Nine Provinces for thousands of years. The subsequent plotlines must be important, right? If you want to make changes, it will be a huge undertaking. Creator God, you should save yourself the trouble and not erase it...”

Chu Ge: “...”

“Qiu Wuji, say something. You are the leader of the righteous path, kind-hearted, right...”

“You called me an ignorant woman just now.”

“I’m sorry, Master Qiu...” Little Flame hurriedly said, “The Cloud Horizon Sect should also have a method to erase memories, right? They can completely erase the memories of what I’ve seen and heard, and put me back in the book... You see, it’s so simple, it’s for the sake of Creator God...”

Qiu Wuji helplessly said, “Let me think...”

Little Flame was overjoyed, “Thank you, Master Qiu. I won’t oppose you anymore...”

Qiu Wuji rubbed her forehead, “Why do I feel like Yan Qianli is already dead? The Yan Qianli who dared to challenge the heavens, where did his shameful will to survive come from?”

On the other hand, Chu Ge understood Yan Qianli better, “Yan Qianli would never accept such a meaningless and insignificant death. It’s normal for him to be submissive now, but he’ll change his attitude once he returns.”

Yan Qianli didn’t argue either. No one knew him better than the Creator God himself. All this acting was meaningless.

Chu Ge looked at the anxious Little Flame squirming inside the bead and hesitated for a moment, “Can you erase his memories?”

Qiu Wuji said, “He is a nascent soul, not an ordinary human... My current cultivation level is not enough. I can do it for ordinary people, but I’m not sure about him...”

Little Flame erupted in anger, “Ignorant woman! Just as I expected, the true face of the righteous path, the most untrustworthy!”

Qiu Wuji picked up the bead expressionlessly and placed it under the alchemy furnace, saying, “I need to refine pills and improve my cultivation. I happen to need your Vermillion Sun Soul Fire. Once the pills are satisfactory, then we can discuss /FanTranslations