novelzi Chapter 31 Wen Ran's Choice
Chapter 31 Wen Ran's Choice
The system screen burned brightly in the dimly lit room, its glow casting shifting shadows on the walls. The weight of the decision pressed heavily on Wen Ran's shoulders, but deep in his heart, he already knew the answer. It was the only option that made sense, given his circumstances and how the system seemed to operate. He had pieced together the hints from previous quests, and the choice was clear.
"I choose the demonic path," he said, his tone flat and devoid of emotion. There was no hesitation, no regret.@@@@
[Is that truly what your heart desires?]
The sudden question made Wen Ran frown. What does it even know? he thought bitterly. After all, it was the one that forced me into a corner, presenting one good and one bad choice as if there was ever any real freedom in this decision.
"My heart only desires one thing," he said, his voice firm but edged with irritation. "And that's to slaughter the gods until none remain." His sharp eyes glinted as he continued, "No matter what path I must walk, I will fulfill that desire. Even if you demand I destroy the world or the universe itself, as long as you give me the power, I will do it without a second thought."
That single sentence seemed to make the world tremble. It was as if the heavens themselves had heard Wen Ran's declaration. The sky above the city began to shift unnaturally, black thunderclouds forming rapidly from what moments ago had been a clear day. Their dense, ominous presence blotted out the sun, casting the entire Fang Clan's territory into an eerie darkness.
"This is..." a man dressed in the robes of a prominent sect stammered, his voice trembling with fear. "This is Heaven's Punishment! Wh-who in the world triggered it?" His terror was palpable, and the wet stain spreading across his robes only added to his humiliation.
"Heaven's Punishment?" someone in the crowd echoed, panic spreading like wildfire. "Could there be an evil cultivator among us?"
[Congratulations!]
[From today, you are a demonic cultivator]
[Rewards:]
[Demon Sovereign's Scripture: This technique enhances cultivation through slaughter and sacrifices. It maintains stability in the cultivation base while stealing power from other living beings]
[Demon Body Transformation Sutra, Part One: Enables the practitioner to transform their physical body into a powerful demonic weapon. While the body's appearance remains unchanged, it receives boosts in power, agility, and longevity. The practitioner can evolve their meridians, bones, and spirit root using the power of beast blood. The stronger the beast, the more potent the effect]
Wen Ran's eyes widened as he read the system's message. A smirk crept onto his lips, growing into a wild grin as the realization sank in. This power... It's everything I need! While others might scorn these methods, what do I care for their judgments? This world is mine for the taking. Let them cower in fear. I'll carve my name into their nightmares if that's what it takes. His thoughts were consumed by an unshakable resolve.
He exhaled slowly, the weight of his decision settling over him. He thought back to his original world—a place where he once cared deeply for others. The memories of those bonds flickered briefly in his mind, a faint echo of a life long gone. But now, in this foreign realm, there was nothing left to tie him down. He had nothing to lose, and a man without anything to lose was the most dangerous creature in existence.
[To complete this step, you must face the Heavenly Punishment. You have the time it takes for an incense stick to burn to prepare]