So it turns out I'm the demon!

The only way to achieve immortality is to ascend to heaven.

To ascend to immortality, one must attain the Purple Star Emperor status.

Throughout history, countless exceptionally talented cultivators have turned to dust for this one and only chance at immortality.

Countless sects have engaged in open and covert struggles, and countless masters and disciples have turned against each other, even killing one another.

The Great Way is impartial, yet all things under the frosty sky compete freely.

The winner takes all, the loser eats dust.

……

Liuli Island.

A nine-story altar, entirely constructed of black jade, stands majestically.

The jar is engraved with star patterns.

At the top of the altar, the true form of Beitang Batian sat cross-legged, his white hair flowing like snow, his face withered like an ancient tree.

Only his eyes shone brightly.

The name "Batian" was given to him by his father.

The hope is that he will have a heart that dares to fight against fate and defy destiny.

However, as his cultivation deepened and his understanding of the laws of heaven and earth became more profound, Beitang Batian increasingly and clearly perceived the power of the Heavenly Dao.

He gradually developed a sense of estrangement and dislike towards the word "Batian".

He considered it a form of blasphemy.

All things are subject to the Way of Heaven.

Those who follow the trend prosper, while those who oppose it... are like Jiang Chaoxi.

He wanted to change it to "Beitang Jingtian" or "Beitang Xundao", but failed to do so for various reasons.

He often taught his disciples to revere the Way of Heaven and to follow the laws.

He hoped that God would see his attitude and show him some mercy at the last moment.

Even just a tiny bit would be fine.

Beneath the altar.

The current island owner, Beitang Kun, looked up at his elderly father, who was witnessing the star's ascent, with burning eyes.

His wife, Wang, dressed in plain clothes, had gentle features, but could not hide her worry.

"Is it really okay for my father-in-law?"

"It definitely can!"

Beitang Kun clenched his fists, his tone firm.

"My father has dominated his entire life. Even the infamous villain Jiang Chaoxi, who wreaked havoc on the world back then, was never a threat to him. If Jiang Chaoxi could attain the Purple Star Emperor status, why can't my father?"

The six-year-old son standing next to him clapped his hands and said in a clear voice:

"Grandpa can do it!"

Beitang Kun laughed heartily and affectionately rubbed his son's head.

Due to the unique nature of the martial arts techniques passed down through generations on Liuli Island, having offspring is extremely difficult.

Beitang Batian cultivated diligently until he was over sixty years old, and only then did he obtain Beitang Kun, his only son, through a secret method.

Beitang Kun himself was nearly fifty years old when he had this son.

In particular, the child's eyebrows, eyes, nose, and lips bear a striking resemblance to his grandfather, earning him the title of "Lucky Star" from the island's elders.

The young wife, Wang, looked up at her father-in-law, then down at her son in her arms, a complex and dark look flashing in her eyes.

Unaware of his wife's unusual behavior, Beitang Kun continued:

"Back then, my father couldn't stand that great demon's behavior, which dared to disrespect the way of heaven, so he criticized him. Unexpectedly, that demon was narrow-minded and went to Liuli Island to provoke trouble."

Fortunately, my father was magnanimous and unwilling to stoop to the level of such a person. He voluntarily entered the forbidden area for seclusion, ignoring Jiang Chaoxi's provocations and insults from outside the island.

At this point, Beitang Kun snorted coldly.

"At the time, everyone said that my father was afraid of Jiang Chaoxi and had become a coward. Humph, how ridiculous!"

Later, when his father learned that the great demon was about to be annihilated by the Heavenly Dao, he bravely emerged from seclusion, ready to challenge him. Unfortunately, he was too late; the demon died first, becoming his lifelong regret.

Beitang Kun gazed at the strange phenomenon gathering in the sky and said proudly:

"I suppose that great demon would have to avoid a confrontation if he saw my father's imposing presence now."

As soon as he finished speaking, the world went dark.

A streak of light shot into the sky from the altar.

Like a meteorite moving in reverse, trailing a long comet tail, it carved a brilliant trail of light across the hazy sky.

Wherever it passed, the void twisted and distorted.

hum-

The Purple Star, high in the heavens, seemed to have truly "come alive" for the first time.

A purple-gold halo slowly spread out around it.

It spread out in concentric circles of purple ripples imbued with supreme Taoist principles.

Wherever the ripples passed, countless stars flickered and shone, as if all the ministers were paying homage, bowing their heads in trembling fear.

At this moment, all those in the world who are associated with stars look up at the sky.

Some watched coldly, some harbored expectations, some cursed incessantly, and some secretly activated secret techniques, attempting to profit from the chaos...

All aspects of life can be seen in this single glance.

……

The Jiang family courtyard.

Bai Xiang looked up at the strange phenomenon in the sky.

A simple white dress swayed gently, its hem billowing like flowing clouds.

The woman was surrounded by a faint glow of pure white starlight, echoing the Purple Star in the night sky, yet also carrying a hint of detachment.

She was ready the moment Beitang Batian soared into the sky.

If that old scoundrel dares to touch the Imperial Star, she will stop him even if it means exposing her identity and incurring divine punishment.

How dare a mere illegitimate son usurp the throne and declare himself emperor?

……

on the roof.

Jiang Mu and Ling Ye held their breath, watching intently.

The spoon in his hand had somehow found its way into the watermelon again, and he mechanically began scooping.

In their tension, the two had long forgotten about boundaries.

You take half from me, and I'll take the other half from you.

They even swallowed the saliva that had gotten on their spoon, mixed with watermelon juice, without realizing it.

The strange phenomena in the sky became increasingly intense.

The streak of light broke through layers of fierce winds, and the clouds dispersed.

We're getting closer and closer to the Purple Star Emperor...

The world is silent, everyone craning their necks to look on.

close!

Closer!

Just as that streak of light was about to touch the edge of the Purple Star—

"Boom!!"

The flowing light shattered.

The enormous figure instantly disintegrated, transforming into billions of dazzling points of light that showered down upon the world.

The whole world fell into a deathly silence.

Everyone looked at each other, completely bewildered.

What's going on?

Why did it suddenly explode?

This scene was something no one had anticipated.

Logically speaking, even if the star position confirmation fails, the long position should fall back or be severely damaged and lose its original star position.

But it shouldn't be enough to cause an explosion on the spot.

Ling Ye was also dumbfounded, her mouth slightly open, her face full of astonishment.

Jiang Mu wasn't very familiar with this level of star-studded performance and thought it was a necessary part of the show, so she watched it with great interest.

Scooping up a large spoonful of watermelon and putting it in my mouth, I exclaimed with heartfelt praise:

Wow, what huge fireworks!

……

In the small courtyard.

Bai Xiang also stood there stunned, a rare look of blankness on her face.

She had only completed half of the hand seal, preparing to deliver a powerful blow to the old man, when he exploded first.

Bai Xiang felt a chill run down her spine.

Is Emperor Star really that short-tempered?

They won't even let me touch them?

How exactly did Jiang Chaoxi succeed in getting certified back then?

Could this Ziwei star have been specially made for him?

Bai Xiang broke out in a cold sweat when she realized that she had previously tried to approach Ziwei with the aura of a "harem star".

It seems that the other party was already considered to have a good temper by simply pushing her away.

Seeing that the Purple Star was still spreading its Daoist aura, it seemed that its anger had not subsided, and it had a faint feeling that it was watching it.

Bai Xiang was startled.

He quickly moved his star position aura further away.

The usually aloof woman clasped her hands together and whispered to the sky:

"I apologize for any offense."

She only breathed a sigh of relief when the light of the Purple Star completely disappeared.

Then, thinking of how that old fellow from Liuli Island had ended up like this, the unpleasantness in her heart instantly vanished, and a faint smile appeared on her lips.

"Hmm, I'll add a chicken leg tonight."

"Make that guy surnamed Jiang a good meal."

……

Liuli Island.

The area around the altar was deathly silent, with only the howling of the sea wind.

Beitang Kun's mouth remained agape for a long time, as if the blood in his body had frozen completely.

Where is Dad?

That's a big dad of his, he was just here a moment ago.

The youngest son, Beitang Xuan, excitedly tugged at his clothes, jumping and pointing to the sky:

"Daddy, look! Grandpa exploded! Grandpa turned into fireworks, it was so beautiful... Daddy, Grandpa exploded..."

"Shut up!!"

Beitang Kun's face turned as red as blood. He turned around and roared, his eyes almost popping out of their sockets.

The youngest son was so frightened that he trembled and burst into tears.

His wife, Wang, quickly hugged her son and gently comforted him.

As his gaze swept over the now-glowing and deathly silent altar, a long-suppressed emotion finally flickered deep within his eyes, a glimmer of something that had been released...

Enjoyable.