Reborn as the Novel’s Villain: Cultivation Lost, Female Leads Take Control - Chapter 147
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Ji Xiyao was reborn three days ago.
In her previous life, as a direct descendant of the Ji family, she possessed good cultivation talent. However, during the catastrophic events that unfolded, her shallow cultivation proved to be of little use. In the end, both she and the entire Ji family were wiped out.
Although she couldn’t explain why she had been reborn, one thing was clear: she had been given a second chance, and she had to use it to save the Ji family!
That being said, saving the Ji family on her own would be no easy feat.
After all, she was merely a capable direct descendant, not Ji Zi—a genius who commanded the admiration of all. Her words carried no weight within the family.
Even if she tried to warn the Ji family elders about the future catastrophe she had witnessed, they would likely dismiss her as hysterical.
Thus, Ji Xiyao decided she needed a powerful ally. And that ally was Xu Yang!
Her memories of her past life made it clear: Xiao Ye was a complete disaster, a scourge who brought ruin to everyone and everything he touched. Any sect that had helped him ultimately faced destruction. But Xu Yang, of the Qingming Sect, had been the only one to recognize Xiao Ye for what he truly was.
Just as Ji Xiyao was agonizing over how to approach Xu Yang, gain his trust, and convince him that she was a reborn soul—a claim that sounded utterly absurd—explosive news rocked the Ji clan.
Word spread like wildfire: Xu Yang had single-handedly killed six demon lords in White Emperor City! The entire Ji clan was abuzz with the news. Even Ji Zi, who had been reclusive for some time, voiced her desire to accept Xu Yang as a follower. That bold declaration, however, led to her being deposed by the ancestor and confined for 500 years, with release contingent on breaking through to the Mahayana realm.
Of course, that was all secondary.
What truly shocked Ji Xiyao was this revelation: in her past life, it wasn’t Xu Yang who had eliminated those demons—it was Xiao Ye!
Could it be…
Xu Yang was also reborn?
Was he, like her, trying to change his fate?
If so, she was not alone. On this arduous path of defying destiny, she had found a companion—one who had already made his first bold move!
This realization filled Ji Xiyao with a surge of emotion.
It felt as though, amidst endless darkness, she had finally glimpsed a warm beam of light in the distance. Tears welled up in her eyes, spilling over uncontrollably like water breaching a dam.
Without hesitation, she resolved to pack her belongings and travel to Qingming Sect. She needed to meet this companion and strategize with him. Perhaps together, they could eliminate Xiao Ye directly and end the threat once and for all.
Just as Ji Xiyao was hastily packing her luggage, the clan elders summoned her to the ancestral hall.
Though she didn’t know the purpose of this summons, she obediently complied.
To her surprise, she was chosen by the elders—due to her exceptional qualities in every regard—and sent to the Qingming Sect to “marry” Xu Yang.
To be honest, Ji Xiyao was thrilled.
Being paired with a like-minded Daoist partner was a dream many yearned for but rarely attained.
And for her, Ji Xiyao, it was being handed to her on a silver platter!
But…
It all felt too smooth. So smooth, in fact, that she began to doubt her role in this story. Was she the girl of destiny after all?
Thankfully, Sister Hongluan’s words quickly dispelled that notion. There was no way she was the girl of destiny.
Ji Xiyao turned to Ji Hongluan, seated on the first chair, frowned slightly, and asked, “Sister Hongluan, this is not a joke. Are you really willing?”
She suspected that Sister Hongluan was merely being rebellious, going against the clan’s wishes and reluctantly agreeing.
“I have given it to you for free. How could I not be willing…” Ji Hongluan’s eyes flickered with embarrassment. She stared at Ji Xiyao and, with a slight blush on her lips, replied, “Just now, I thought the clan wanted Xu Yang to be Ji Zi’s follower, so I disagreed!”
“But I am willing to be a Daoist partner with Xu Yang. Not only am I willing, but Xu Yang is also willing!”
“To tell you the truth, Xu Yang and I have already secretly decided to spend our lives together. To put it bluntly, he is now my man!”
“My sister, I’m sorry to disappoint you. There are still many good men in the world. I’m sure the clan will arrange a suitable match for you!”
Ji Hongluan’s words were undoubtedly a declaration of sovereignty directed at Ji Xiyao, aiming to make her completely abandon any thoughts of coveting Xu Yang. That troublesome disciple belonged to her and her alone, so she did not hesitate to expose her relationship with Xu Yang.
“Really? Hongluan, you and Xu Yang have already secretly decided to spend your lives together?!”
One of the Ji family elders showed an expression of sheer ecstasy.
This was truly a case of finding something valuable without even trying!
Before arriving, he had assumed that the task assigned by the ancestor would be incredibly challenging.
After all, this wasn’t a matter that could be resolved unilaterally—it required mutual affection!
But to his surprise, Ji Hongluan had already claimed Xu Yang before their arrival!
“Good, good, good!”
The other elder echoed the sentiment, saying “good” three times in succession. He was so excited that he even clapped his hands in joy.
This was simply too wonderful. They had barely arrived and had already completed the task assigned by the ancestor. Upon their return, the ancestor would surely reward them handsomely.
While the two elders were overjoyed, Ji Xiyao couldn’t share in their happiness.
It was clear that Xu Yang now belonged to Sister Hongluan, which had already altered the course of fate. Xiao Ye might never come into contact with the Ji family again, and the disaster of the devil’s calamity might be entirely avoided.
Wasn’t this exactly what she had hoped for since her rebirth?
Now that her goal was essentially achieved, why did she feel so unsatisfied?
Perhaps it was because she had lost the chance to have a like-minded Daoist partner… Ji Xiyao reflected briefly and attributed her unhappiness to that thought.
“If my cousin, the elders, and my sister came to Qingming Sect solely for this matter, you can return now,” Ji Hongluan said with a bright smile, looking at the three of them.
She began to dismiss them. After all, based on her calculations, that troublesome disciple should be returning to the sect very soon.
She absolutely couldn’t allow this bothersome sister to meet that disciple!
Otherwise, with that scoundrel’s natural charm, this sister of hers would undoubtedly fall head over heels for him!
That disciple belonged only to her!
Xu Yang was hers alone. No other woman should even think about him!
“Very well, Hongluan. We’ll set off to return to the clan and report this matter to the ancestor,” one of the Ji family elders said eagerly, clearly anticipating the chance to claim credit.
The other elder remained silent but cast a glance at Ji Xiyao. Noticing her distracted demeanor, he sighed quietly.
Ji Xiyao was from his direct lineage, and he had sincerely hoped that she could form a union with Xu Yang, who was so highly regarded by the ancestor.
But they had arrived too late. Xu Yang had already been claimed by Ji Hongluan.
With Ji Hongluan’s overbearing personality, there was no chance she would tolerate even the slightest competition. Her eagerness to send them away made it clear that she didn’t want Ji Xiyao to have any chance to meet Xu Yang.
Yet Ji Xiyao didn’t want to leave. She desperately wanted to meet Xu Yang and ask if he, like her, was a reborn soul trying to change his fate.
However, she couldn’t think of a valid reason to stay.
Just as the atmosphere turned awkward, a slightly excited voice echoed from outside the hall.
“Master, Peak Master Xu has returned!”