VenerableZephyr

Betrayed at the peak of his power, Martial Emperor Ling Tian fell before ascending to godhood. His closest allies, his beloved, and even fate itself turned against him. For 10,000 years, his soul wandered in torment, reliving his death endlessly—until he was reborn in the body of a crippled young master in a lower realm.

Armed with memories of his past life, forbidden techniques, and a will unshaken by fate, Ling Tian embarks on a path of vengeance, power, and love. But as he rises again, he discovers an ancient curse binds him—one that dooms every woman he loves and every world he conquers.

To break free, he must defy destiny itself. Will he rule the heavens, or will fate claim him once more?

Fated to Rule, Destined to Love: The Martial Emperor’s Curse

The heavens trembled. The appearance of the Vanquished Throne Sigil behind Ling Tian sent ripples through the void, causing even the stars to flicker as if paying homage to his power.

The Heavenly Enforcer took a step back. "The Vanquished Throne manifests through you… But how? That power should have been lost to time!" His once-composed voice now carried a hint of disbelief.

Ling Tian's golden and azure aura surged like an unrestrained storm, his gaze locked onto the Enforcer. "I don't know why this power chose me, but if fate thinks it can bind me, then I'll break fate itself!"

Without hesitation, he vanished, reappearing in front of the Enforcer in an instant. His blade, infused with Heavenly Tribulation Lightning, came crashing down. The force behind his strike distorted reality itself, causing cracks to appear in space.

The Enforcer barely managed to summon a defensive barrier, but—

Ling Tian's sword shattered the barrier in an instant, sending the Enforcer flying.

The Enforcer gritted his teeth, wiping a streak of blood from the corner of his lips. His divine form flickered, showing signs of instability. "So be it…"

Raising both hands, he summoned an Ancient Judgment Seal, a technique reserved for those who defied the heavens themselves. A golden decree appeared in the sky, its words written in celestial light:

"By the Will of the Myriad Heavens, Ling Tian shall be condemned!"

The decree descended with the weight of a thousand worlds, its divine suppression seeking to erase Ling Tian from existence.

But he only smirked, his sword pointing toward the heavens. "Condemn me? Then let me show you… that I am above condemnation!"

His Vanquished Throne Sigil flared, and in a single instant—

The Enforcer coughed up blood, his body flickering like a dying star. "You… are beyond mortal reasoning… This battle… is over."

He turned and vanished into the void, leaving behind only one final whisper.

"The Myriad Heavens will not ignore this… Prepare yourself."

As silence fell, Ling Tian exhaled, lowering his blade.

Xu Qing'er ran to his side, her eyes filled with both relief and concern. "You… really don't fear anything, do you?"

He chuckled, looking at the vast sky above. "Fear? No. But this is only the beginning."

Far beyond the stars, unseen forces stirred. The true storm was yet to come.

70. Sovereign's Decree