Chapter 1290: The Star Lord Turns Out To Be Me

After a few exchanged glances, the two had already settled on a plan.

They didn’t give any direct response. Qing Huanxiang continued to probe, “Star Lord, you mentioned earlier that you wanted to eliminate the foreign heretic. That cultivator hasn’t been killed yet. If you leave with us, how will this matter be resolved?”

“If this person ends up affecting the overall situation of Lan Star in the future, you’ll have to bear the responsibility.”

Nan Gong Yifang had already voiced his thoughts, and hearing this, he felt it even more deeply.

For tens of thousands of years, he had appeared to be in a position of glory, ruling over Lan Star as the Star Lord. But in reality, he was just a pawn, guarding this dilapidated star with no hope in sight.

At his level of cultivation, ordinary stars no longer had the resources to help him advance. Being a Star Lord was utterly useless, only burdening him with endless trivial matters.

Today, he had to resolve sect disputes; tomorrow, he had to study the territorial divisions of various races…

The never-ending tasks piled up like a mountain before him.

In such a situation, how could he have any energy left to pursue the Great Dao?

What’s more, everything in the world followed a predetermined order. As soon as he, the Star Lord, made a decision, even the smallest ripple would grow infinitely, eventually sweeping across the entire Lan Star.

If he wasn’t careful, some decisions could entangle him in karmic consequences that would drain his energy, forcing him to expend even more effort to resolve them. Otherwise, it would affect his future state of mind.

Star Lord?

It was nothing more than a thankless job.

Thinking this, Nan Gong let out a long sigh.

“Sigh…”

“Actually, I didn’t really want to kill that person. It’s just that he was too arrogant, and I’m about to break through to the next realm. I had to sever all karmic ties and eliminate distractions, so I had no choice but to resort to this.”

“As long as you two fellow Daoists are willing to take me with you to seek opportunities, none of this matters! At most, I’ll settle this karmic debt in the future.”

The more he spoke, the more open-minded he seemed, as if he had seen through everything. He no longer carried the air of a Star Lord but instead revealed a firm determination to pursue the Dao.

It seemed that for the sake of opportunity, he was willing to abandon everything.

Gui Shoutian listened with a look of astonishment.

“Hiss…”

“This is too carefree!”

“You’re the Star Lord, a position appointed by the higher stars. This isn’t something you can just decide on your own. Can you really just walk away?”

“If the situation on Lan Star changes in the future, you’ll have to bear all the responsibility.”

This question left the Star Lord momentarily stunned, as if he didn’t know how to respond.

Qing Huanxiang glanced at him, then slowly stood up and spoke.

“There’s nothing wrong with seeking opportunities, but you should first handle your own affairs. Once you’ve confirmed that your Dao heart is firm and free of distractions, we can discuss this further.”

The two old men opened a rift in the void and left.

No matter how tragic the other’s situation was, or how urgent his feelings, they couldn’t make the decision to bring an untrustworthy person to Shadow Island.

The pavilion suddenly fell silent, leaving Nan Gong Yifang sitting stiffly alone.

After a long period of contemplation, his face showed a mix of frustration and regret. Gazing at the radiant sky, his eyes revealed a deep longing and helplessness that had been buried for years.

Everyone said being the Star Lord was great, the supreme ruler of Lan Star. But this enviable position had become a shackle for him, casting a shadow over the Great Dao that was within reach.

What could he do to remove this cursed shackle and resolve the karmic ties brought about by that foreign cultivator?

After staring at the sea of clouds for a long time, Nan Gong Yifang’s eyes suddenly lit up, as if he had come up with a brilliant plan.

He slammed the table and stood up, his spirits lifted as he opened a rift in the void and left!

…

Half a day later.

Guided by the sea tribe, Nan Gong Yifang finally arrived at the depths of the North Sea.

After searching through layers of palaces for a long time, he finally saw Yi Feng sitting idly on a jade step!

When enemies meet, they should be filled with hatred.

But instead, Nan Gong Yifang looked excited and strode forward, bowing respectfully!

“Sir, it’s been a long time!”

Seeing the handsome, well-dressed middle-aged man approach with a fist salute, Yi Feng was completely baffled. The voice sounded familiar, but the face was unfamiliar.

“You are…?”

Nan Gong Yifang was momentarily stunned, then burst into laughter.

“Ah… hahaha.”

“Sir, I am the Star Lord, Nan Gong Yifang. We met once before at the Fallen God Temple!”

As soon as he finished speaking, a glimmer of recognition flashed in Yi Feng’s eyes.

He slapped his thigh, immediately drew his greatsword, and stood up!

“It’s you!?”

“You’re not dead? That’s great! This is the strength a true powerhouse should have. As expected of the Star Lord! Since you’ve come for revenge, let’s fight it out for five hundred rounds!”

Yi Feng’s eyes were filled with fighting spirit, and he was overjoyed.

Gripping his greatsword tightly, he felt his blood boiling with excitement. The disappointment from earlier was completely gone, as if the hope of life was right before him.

However.

The other party showed no intention of fighting. Instead, he took out a token and presented it with both hands.

“Sir, there’s been a misunderstanding.”

“I’ve come not to fight, but to offer you the position of Star Lord!”

???

Yi Feng’s eyes widened in confusion!

“What the hell…?”

What’s going on with this guy?

During our last battle, he was all high and mighty, and I even destroyed his lair. Now he shows up, not for revenge, which is already bizarre enough, but to offer me his position?

What kind of nonsense is this!

Yi Feng was still trying to make sense of the situation.

But Nan Gong Yifang stroked his beard and smiled, growing more and more pleased as he spoke.

“Sir, you becoming the Star Lord is what everyone hopes for!”

“With your strength, you are absolutely qualified to rule Lan Star. This is well-deserved, and no one would dare object! Moreover, the Fallen God Temple was destroyed because of you. Now, with the Fallen God Lands leaderless, you can’t just walk away. You must personally resolve this matter. This is karma.”

Before Yi Feng could react.

Nan Gong Yifang had already shoved the token into his hands and added, “By all logic, the position of Star Lord belongs to you!”

“This is the Star Lord’s token. Just a drop of blood will bind it to you. With you leading Lan Star, it will surely flourish like never before!”

“Our meeting has resolved the karma between us!”

“From now on, you will rise to great heights and enjoy boundless glory, while I will wander the world as a free spirit. Each of us will find our own happiness. Isn’t that wonderful?”

“Hahaha…”

As Nan Gong Yifang flew away over the sea, his carefree laughter echoed across the North Sea.

Looking down at the azure ocean, he had never felt so relaxed and at ease. The shackles of tens of thousands of years had finally been lifted, and his heart was free of all burdens.

From now on, the sky was the limit, and the sea was vast for him to roam!

Thinking of the great opportunity ahead, Nan Gong Yifang excitedly sent a message to his two old friends.

As he sped away, his eyes were filled with excitement.

“Hahaha…”

“Finally, I’ve rid myself of this Star Lord mess and resolved the karma. This plan of killing two birds with one stone is truly the work of a genius!”

His laughter echoed across the vast expanse, his excitement palpable!

In the deep-sea palace.

Yi Feng, however, was completely dumbfounded, holding the token in a state of utter confusion.

What the hell…

I’ve been busy trying to get myself killed, and now this disaster falls from the sky!

After causing such a huge commotion, killing so many people from the Fallen God Palace, and even destroying the Fallen God Temple, shouldn’t I have died a thousand times over by now?

How did I end up becoming the Star Lord out of nowhere?

Damn it!

I’ve been looking for the Star Lord for months, and it turns out to be me?!