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A World of Many Realms
The world was vast, divided into several great realms, each with its own power struggles and mysteries.
The Lower Realms were where mortals and weak cultivators fought for survival.
The Middle Realms held empires, sects, and great clans.
The Southern Realms were chaotic lands filled with forbidden techniques and ancient evils.
The Hidden Realms were legendary places, lost to time, only accessible by those with destiny.
And above all—the Immortals' Land. The pinnacle of cultivation, home to divine beings.
Lucian knew this world too well—for his transmigrated soul carried memories beyond this mortal plane.
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Seraphina's Slow Corruption
Days passed since Seraphina Yue had taken the Cursed Dragon Pendant.
At first, she felt no different.
But slowly, shadows crept into her thoughts.
During her cultivation, she would see visions of blood-stained battlefields.
When she meditated, whispers in an ancient language filled her ears.
And most disturbingly—her emotions began to shift.
Her hatred for Lucian… felt less certain.
Her anger toward Annalise grew sharper.
She didn't realize it yet, but the pendant was already working.
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A Hidden Realm Awakens
Far beyond mortal lands, in the Hidden Realm of the Fallen Heavens, an ancient power stirred.
Lucian's villain system reacted instantly.
[System Notification: A Forgotten Realm Has Stirred]
A long-sealed inheritance has begun to surface.
Conditions: Requires either a Heaven-blessed Chosen Hero or a Villain with sufficient influence to claim it.
First Competitor: Seraphina Yue.
Lucian's smile deepened.
'How convenient.'
If Seraphina went after this inheritance, she would sink deeper into his grasp.
And better yet—he would ensure that she never realized who truly led her there.
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The Villain's Invitation
That night, a second letter arrived at Seraphina's quarters.
"Do you seek true strength? The Hidden Realm of the Fallen Heavens has awakened. If you wish to claim what is yours, meet me beneath the Celestial Banyan Tree at midnight."
No name.
No signature.
But Seraphina's hands tightened around the letter.
Her instincts screamed at her to stay away.
Yet, in her heart, the shadows whispered:
"You will never surpass Annalise if you hesitate now."
Seraphina's eyes turned cold.
She would see this through.
No matter the cost.
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