Ancient Godly Monarch Chapter 2053 - Additional Tales: Legend of the Devilish Female (END)

Translator: Lordbluefire Editor: Lordbluefire

Located within the Falling Devil Region sat the Blackstone Devil Palace.

Inside the princess's private manor, a striking figure stood sheltered within a pavilion. The maiden possessed a lithe and graceful silhouette. Her lengthy cloak brushed against the polished green jade floor. She was barefoot, and the reflection from the jade tiles only served to highlight the charm of her fair, slender legs.

Her loveliness was beyond dispute. Known as the "devilish female," Yan Yuruo was the princess of the Blackstone Devil Sect, a woman who had haunted the dreams of many.

In truth, an endless stream of powerful figures from the Falling Devil Region and various other devil islands had arrived to seek her hand in marriage. However, this devilish female possessed a fiercely independent temperament. For years, she had looked down upon everyone. Even the direct descendants of evil emperors or young devil kings gifted with supreme talent failed to catch her eye.

Consequently, throughout the Myriad Devil Islands, Princess Yan Yuruo was renowned for her cold arrogance and an aloof nature that disregarded the heroes of the world. Over time, she had inevitably slighted several influential people.

“Waiting within the pavilion, listening to the rhythm of wind and rain. Who could possibly understand the depth of my longing?” A subtle, enchanting smile touched the eyes of the devilish female. Outside, a light drizzle was falling. As she stood there watching the rain, the damp atmosphere only intensified the yearning in her heart.

“Princess.” Soft footsteps sounded from behind her. A beautiful woman with a stoic expression approached. “Princess, the Devil King has requested your departure.”

“Leave?” Yan Yuruo murmured, shaking her head gently while her gaze remained fixed on the rain. This place still held the lingering traces of his past presence.

“Juyu, you have been by my side for many years. Only I truly know the reason, and I believe you are the one who understands me best,” Yan Yuruo said softly. Juyu had once been a devil general on Blackstone Devil Island, but her destiny shifted because of a certain man. After his departure, Juyu remained with the Blackstone Devil Sect as a follower. There was only one motivation: they both cherished the memory of the same man.

“Only my father and you know why I cannot give my heart to another. Not even for this genius, the most gifted youth the Falling Devil Domain has seen in ten thousand years—the youngest devil emperor in history.” Yan Yuruo smiled as she looked toward the horizon. “Each time I try to suppress these memories, his name echoes in my mind and his image flashes before me. From the Devil Mountain to the Azure Mystic Heaven Empyrean, and now the Ancient Godly Monarch. That rogue must be doing this on purpose so I can never move on.”

Juyu could only offer a bitter smile. Was she not in the same position? Everyone encounters many people in life, but most are merely passing travelers. Even if they leave behind fond memories, they never become the center of one's world. Yet, that man was an exception. Just as you were on the verge of forgetting him, his name would resound throughout the world, forcing its way back into your life. He grew increasingly radiant, like the sun at its zenith. Even if one wished to forget, it was impossible.

“The sad part is that the entire thirty-three immortal realms celebrated that bastard’s grand wedding. He is surrounded by countless beauties, and his wives are like goddesses. Why would he remember me? I am nothing more than a brief acquaintance in his journey. He forced his way into our lives only to leave so heartlessly. He basks in the smiles of his new consorts, never seeing the tears of those he left behind,” the devilish female lamented. Juyu remained silent. She knew Yan Yuruo shared a history with Qin Wentian, though it likely never went beyond friendship. The princess was simply speaking through the lens of her dramatic personality.

Suddenly, the rainfall ceased. A localized, terrifying devil cloud blanketed the sky. Many members of the Blackstone Devil Sect rushed toward the pavilion, their faces filled with apprehension as they monitored the ominous cloud above.

Fearsome red lightning crackled within the dark clouds. Amidst the dancing electricity, a young man appeared. He was quite thin with demonic eyes that radiated extreme arrogance. Red lightning seemed to flicker within his pupils, creating a truly terrifying sight.

Upon seeing him, the members of the Blackstone Devil Sect felt a mix of terror and begrudging respect. This was the youngest devil emperor in the ten-thousand-year history of the Falling Devil Region: the Blood Devil Emperor. Many within the sect couldn't comprehend why a figure of his stature would spend so many days patiently pursuing their princess. Furthermore, the princess showed him no interest, which had finally pushed the devil emperor to his breaking point.

The Blood Devil Emperor glared at Yan Yuruo, his crimson eyes burning with pride and fury. He reached out his hands, and instantly, violent red lightning struck down from the heavens. Countless bolts raked through the sect grounds, reducing numerous buildings to ash in an instant. The area was transformed into a realm of red electricity.

“You claimed I am unworthy of being compared to the one in your heart. Allow me to demonstrate whether I have the qualifications or not.” The Blood Devil Emperor’s gaze locked onto the pavilion. A moment later, red lightning tore through the earth, creating massive fissures that raced toward the structure. Boundless arcs of lightning surrounded the pavilion, weaving through the air around Yan Yuruo as a direct threat.

In the blink of an eye, the entire pavilion was lifted into the air, encased in red lightning. It was a horrifying spectacle.

“Blood Devil Emperor, why must you force a romantic connection? Please, show mercy to Yuruo,” the Blackstone Devil King called out from the air.

The Blood Devil Emperor merely glanced at him. With that single look, a bolt of red lightning pierced the Blackstone Devil King’s chest, the force of the impact sending him tumbling through the sky.

“I promised Yan Yuruo that I wouldn't slaughter the Blackstone Devil Sect. However, I will show no mercy to anyone who stands in my way,” the Blood Devil Emperor declared coldly. He turned his attention back to Yan Yuruo. “I am asking you one last time. Will you come with me?”

Yan Yuruo offered a calm, mesmerizing smile. She looked at the Blood Devil Emperor and asked, “Do you find me beautiful?”

The Blood Devil Emperor paused before nodding. “Of course.”

“He also once said I was pretty. But what did it matter? He broke my heart regardless. He held me and touched me, yet he refused to take responsibility. He is truly the most shameless scoundrel in all the thirty-three immortal realms,” Yan Yuruo cursed with a hint of bitterness. Despite her words, her smile was brilliant as she recalled the past. She looked at the Blood Devil Emperor and said, “I am ready. Do as you wish.”

“You would choose death over me?” The Blood Devil Emperor’s rage flared. “Who exactly is this man?”

“It is better if you don't know. If you did, I doubt you would ever sleep peacefully again,” Yan Yuruo laughed.

“Absurd! Given my status, why would I need to fear anyone? Even if you refuse me, there is no need to invent a fictional person as an excuse. Not in the Falling Devil Region, not in the Myriad Devil Islands, nor in the entire Azure Mystic Immortal Realms is there anyone with the power to make me, the Blood Devil Emperor, feel fear.”

“There are most certainly people who can make you tremble,” the injured Blackstone Devil King said as he approached. He looked at the Blood Devil Emperor. “I know how exceptional you are, yet I never tried to convince Yuruo to accept you because I knew it was futile. You cannot be compared to him. In fact, you likely aren't even worthy of his notice.”

“How dare you!” The Blood Devil Emperor snapped his gaze back to the Blackstone Devil King. Instantly, the King was trapped in a cage of red lightning. With a single thought, the Blood Devil Emperor could have obliterated him.

“Father, this is my decision. Do not interfere,” Yan Yuruo told him.

“You foolish girl. He belongs to a different world. Even in the Supreme Ancient Immortal Realms, who is lucky enough to cross paths with him? Why hold on like this?” The Blackstone Devil King sighed heavily. He then looked at the Blood Devil Emperor. “The man she loves is the king of all gods—the Ancient Godly Monarch.”

After speaking, the Blackstone Devil King looked up at the firmament. Perhaps only by gazing at the vast sky could one feel a connection to Qin Wentian.

The Blood Devil Emperor froze for a moment before erupting into mocking laughter. The earth shook as his lightning intensified alongside his laughter, terrifying the sect members.

“How laughable! Are you claiming the one she loves is the Myriad Devil Sovereign, the Heaven Empyrean of Azure Mystic, the Overlord of the Thirty-three Immortal Realms, the Ancient Godly Monarch?” His voice boomed, causing the surviving buildings to vibrate.

“That is correct,” Yan Yuruo answered seriously. Her tone caused the Blood Devil Emperor to stop and look at her. He saw only a gentle, radiant smile. She tilted her head back toward the sky, her gaze seemingly trying to pierce the heavens. A solitary tear fell as she spoke. “You are the Ancient Godly Monarch now, an omnipotent being. Can you see what is happening here? Do you still recall that devilish girl from the Blackstone Devil Sect who tried to seduce you and failed? It’s such a pathetic story. If you found out I died, would you even care? No, I’m being silly. You are far too busy. You will likely never even know that I perished here today.”

The devilish female closed her eyes, her face etched with regret. Suddenly, she snapped them open and shouted, “Qin Wentian, you absolute bastard! Your existence has ruined my life. Even as I face death, I can't stop thinking about you!”

Her voice rang out through the crackling red lightning before fading. Yan Yuruo’s eyes were filled with a sense of loss, but she finally closed them again. The red lightning surged forward, ready to consume her.

In that instant, a sigh echoed from the heavens. Time itself seemed to freeze as a relaxed voice drifted through the air.

“Who is the one cursing me?”

The voice wasn't loud, yet it cut through the red lightning and reached everyone present.

Yan Yuruo, who had been waiting for the end, began to tremble. Upon hearing the voice, her body shook violently and her eyes flew open. A figure seemed to step out of the void, manifesting from thin air. In a heartbeat, Yan Yuruo’s face was drenched in tears.

Qin Wentian stood in the sky, smiling down at her. A heavy silence fell over the area. Countless people began to shake with emotion.

“Ancient Godly Monarch…” someone whispered.

“It’s the Ancient Godly Monarch!” The whispers quickly grew into a thunderous roar of recognition.

“Heavens, I am actually seeing the Ancient Godly Monarch in person!” someone shouted in excitement. Previously, they had only seen his likeness in sky projections, but now the legend himself stood before them.

The Blood Devil Emperor’s face turned pale as ash. Shaking with terror, he realized that the man Yan Yuruo loved was indeed the ruler of the thirty-three immortal realms. He dropped to his knees in fear and bowed. “The Blood Devil Emperor offers his respects to the Ancient Godly Monarch.”

Qin Wentian didn't even look at him. He simply flicked his wrist, and the Blood Devil Emperor vanished instantly. No one knew if he had been moved or erased from existence.

Tears continued to stream down Yan Yuruo’s face as she stared at the figure in the sky. Qin Wentian smiled and said, “Today is a day for celebration. Why are you crying so much?”

“A day for celebration?” Yan Yuruo asked, confused.

“Mhm.” Qin Wentian nodded. He looked out over the crowd and continued, “The mobile game for this series (Ancient Godly Monarch – Astral Soul Awakening) has officially launched online. You can all download it to join me in uniting the thirty-three immortal realms, proving your own Daos, and rising as the most powerful godkings!”

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Author’s Note:

Were you surprised by this creative advertisement? Today truly is a happy day. The official mobile game (Ancient Godly Monarch: Astral Soul Awakening) is now live. While you follow the novel, you can also lead your own armies to conquer the thirty-three immortal realms and become a godking just like Qin Wentian!

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Translator’s Note:

Unfortunately, I don’t believe there is a translated version of the mobile game yet. I’m unsure if it’s available for those outside of China. For readers in China, the game title is ‘太古神王:星魂觉醒’.

Thank you for following this journey! It has been a wonderful three years, and I’m still full of energy. I look forward to working on more projects by Jing Wuhen in the future!