After the Fairy Maidens Fell to Darkness, They Captured Me to Ruthlessly 'Repay' Their Gratitude-Chapter 181 - Moon Bridal Attire, Puppet Strings

He Ange had a fair impression of Gu Li.

According to Jue Wu Qing’s past life memories, Gu Li was also a “Destined One,” following the classic underdog-to-overlord storyline.

In the original plot, Gu Li was supposed to engage in a fierce battle with Dragon Dynasty’s celestial generals at the Zongshan Plains. However, in the previous life, An Luo Yi didn’t possess the Abyssal Pearl nor had she dual cultivated with He Ange, so her cultivation wasn’t as advanced as it is now. Thus, she didn’t participate in Li Daoyuan’s treasure-stealing mission, leaving Gu Li as the sole “Destined One” present.

As a “Destined One,” Gu Li was naturally favored by fate.

With no other “Destined Ones” to share the luck, Gu Li was practically invincible.

According to the original plot, Gu Li couldn’t initially match the celestial generals but managed to activate his ancient dragon bloodline in a desperate moment, seizing part of the ancient treasures and escaping back to Wanmo Sect with his reputation solidified.

However...

The exposure of his ancient dragon bloodline attracted the attention of the True Dragon Empress. Before Gu Li could return to his clan and propose marriage, he was hunted down by celestial generals.

From then on,

Gu Li was forced into hiding, adopting a guise of weakness while secretly growing stronger.

Eventually, he broke through and defeated many demonic prodigies of his generation, officially becoming the heir to Wanmo Sect’s leadership.

This time,

With Wanmo Sect’s backing, even the True Dragon Empress couldn’t touch him. He enjoyed a period of glory.

But unfortunately, Gu Li’s brilliant destiny ended there.

In the later stages of the cultivation world’s storyline, An Luo Yi—rescued by the Empress—pledged her loyalty and received the True Dragon legacy. Her growth was nothing short of miraculous. Within three years, she had perfected her Divine Transformation stage, leaving many ancient elders in awe and fear!

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Subsequently,

Under An Luo Yi’s command as a first-rank Dragon General, Dragon Dynasty began a massive campaign to subdue surrounding forces.

Wanmo Sect, where Gu Li resided, ultimately fell to An Luo Yi’s might.

Gu Li himself couldn’t withstand more than three moves against the Destined Heroine’s unparalleled swordsmanship!

In his final moments,

Gu Li unleashed his ancient dragon legacy. The remnant soul of an ancient dragon lord descended, attempting to suppress An Luo Yi. However, An Luo Yi also bore the True Dragon legacy. The True Dragon Empress manifested a projection, her dragon might overwhelming. The ancient dragon lord’s remnant soul didn’t last three seconds before vanishing into nothingness.

With even an ancient dragon lord’s remnant soul destroyed,

Gu Li’s fate as an ancient dragon inheritor was sealed.

Though powerful,

The ancient dragon lord was merely a fragment of history—a remnant soul.

Meanwhile,

The True Dragon Empress was a living dragon!

The disparity between them was incomparable.

Reflecting on this,

He Ange looked at the young man in sacred robes before him and sighed softly. His delicate features showed a hint of regret and pity.

This subtle change in expression didn’t escape Gu Li’s keen observation.

He assumed He Ange was underestimating him, causing his brow to furrow with displeasure:

“Your name is He Ange, right?”

“I recognize you. They say you’re the Dao companion of the Destined Heroine An Luo Yi?”

“But do you naively think that out here in the wilderness, that Destined Heroine can still protect you?”

“Moreover, you’re trying to steal ancient treasures and flee to the northern ice plains. I’d wager you’re an insider sent by the Moon Sect Witch. If An Luo Yi knew your true identity...”

“Heh!”

“She’d surely kill you for being a treacherous sect traitor!”

Gu Li spoke with relish, licking his lips as if he had seen through He Ange completely.

What Gu Li didn’t expect was that despite standing before him, He Ange wasn’t listening at all. Instead, he turned his gaze away, staring into the distance over Gu Li’s left shoulder—seemingly seeing or expecting something.

“Finally here...”

“I thought Master had abandoned this filial disciple.”

He Ange murmured softly to himself, a slight smile forming on his lips.

He spoke to himself without acknowledging Gu Li at all.

No!

He outright ignored him!

Seeing this,

Gu Li was initially confused and wary.

He worried that reinforcements from the Moon Sect Witch might be approaching from behind him. But when he turned around, all he saw were snow-covered mountains—no one else in sight!

Gu Li couldn’t fathom what He Ange was looking at!

Could that snowy landscape be more captivating than him—a “Destined One”?

What a joke!

“Scoundrel! Even ancient dragons respect me! Yet you treat my words like air?!”

Gu Li growled angrily, his peak Nascent Soul cultivation flaring as he prepared to strike He Ange.

But just then,

The white-robed youth spoke up:

“Apologies. I was distracted earlier. Is it too late to answer your questions now?”

Simultaneously,

Gu Li paused mid-punch.

He Ange’s tone was calm—neither rushed nor slow—like someone discussing matters over tea with serene composure.

This attitude of indifference and disregard only fueled Gu Li’s irritation further.

Throughout his life,

Gu Li had been arrogant and conceited—believing it befitting for a “Destined One.”

But today,

Meeting He Ange showed him what true arrogance looked like!

This white-robed youth had only reached early Nascent Soul stage. His Divine Transformation guardian was occupied by Li Daoyuan. Alone now—what gave him such confidence to speak so casually with Gu Li?

Who gave him this courage? An Luo Yi?

“Young Master Gu, we’re late!”

From afar,

Several streaks of demonic light cut through the sky.

Soon,

More demonic cultivators descended behind Gu Li.

Instantly,

A host of demonic prodigies arrived—

Some broad-shouldered with wicked grins shrouded in dark energy.

Others with sharp features and rebellious expressions radiating fierce energy.

Still others with alluring appearances exuding seductive charm like succubus.

They descended from all directions—surrounding the lone white-robed youth at their center. At first glance, these figures were all young prodigies from Wanmo Sect—each at least Nascent Soul stage!

Such an all-star lineup would dominate any gathering of young cultivators across major sects without elder supervision.

For a moment,

The white-robed youth stood alone amidst enemies.

Though He Ange maintained an impassive demeanor,

His slender figure seemed outmatched among these demons—appearing vulnerable despite his cold composure.

Seeing his fellow demonic allies gathered,

Gu Li regained confidence—his earlier jealousy and anger dissipating entirely.

He refused to believe it—

With such overwhelming numbers from Wanmo Sect surrounding him,

Could He Ange still maintain his aloof facade?

Stepping forward,

Gu Li’s dragon eyes glinted with amusement as he smirked coldly:

“He Ange—you said you’d answer me earlier?”

Raising his arms theatrically like someone high on adrenaline,

“Of course!”

“There’s still time—plenty of time!”

“Go ahead—speak now! We’re all ears—waiting eagerly for your final words!”

As Gu Li finished speaking,

Many nearby demonic prodigies chuckled wickedly—eyeing their prey hungrily as they prepared to claim their share from this white-robed youth.

Under their collective gaze,

He Ange finally spoke with a serene smile:

“Firstly—I am indeed from Moon Sect. Young Master Gu of Black Dragon clan—you guessed correctly. Please remember Blood Moon Witch’s name.”

“Heh—you finally admit it... Wait! How do you know my name and identity—”

Realizing something amiss,

Gu Li interrupted in confusion—but He Ange ignored him again:

“And you asked if An Luo Yi would kill me upon learning I’m a traitor? My answer is yes—my senior sister would indeed kill me.”

“Bastard! What are you still pretending for?!”

“I don’t need her—I can kill you myself!”

Gu Li seethed with rage.

Channeling dragon might into his fist clad in black-gold scales brimming with killing intent—he aimed for He Ange’s face.

Yet despite this,

He Ange remained unfazed:

“You can’t kill me—only she might.”

“Enough talk! Die!”

Gu Li’s black-gold dragon fist closed in on He Ange’s nose—mere inches away now...

“Lastly—it isn’t you surrounding me; it’s I who’ve surrounded you.”

With those words,

He Ange revealed sharp fangs beneath his smile.

His long-suppressed evil phoenix bloodline erupted—countless forbidden runes spreading from his chest across every inch of skin!

Meanwhile,

Gu Li’s dragon eyes widened in shock—

Behind He Ange loomed an abyssal phoenix apparition—a colossal figure whose wings alone spanned thousands of feet blotting out sunlight! Even as mere shadowy form—it inspired terror throughout heaven and earth—the end times incarnate!

Boom!

In that instant—

Gu Li’s dragon fist halted before reaching He Ange—not because it struck him but because He Ange caught it effortlessly mid-air!

At that moment—

Facing those abyssal eyes—

Gu Li felt an inexplicable chill down his spine—as if some terrifying presence had locked onto him from behind...

Through reflected light—

Gu Li realized every joint in his body was bound by invisible silver threads like a puppet on strings!

No wonder he couldn’t land his punch—not due to He Ange’s strength but because some strange technique held him captive!

Looking back—

The demonic cultivators saw hovering above them a white-feathered maiden clad in moonlit bridal attire—with raven hair adorned by nine-phoenix pins manipulating countless silver threads like divine puppeteer goddess!

At once—

They discovered themselves similarly ensnared by invisible threads binding their souls!

Try as they might—they couldn’t move...

Instantly—

Soul-chilling terror descended upon them—

That puppet mistress was no less than a semi-divine being!

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“It’s been only two years—and Little Brother Ange has grown so much~”

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