Online Game: Evil Dragon Against The Heaven - 215
The highest leader of Wings That Obstruct the Heavens,, Tian Zhi Zi, was known to admire Liu Qi Yue. His overt and covert rivalry with Shen Zhi Zi from the Divine Domain Alliance over her was no secret. Everyone believed that defeating his competitor would allow him to win her favor. However, following the Seven Moons Chamber’s announcement, the Wings That Obstruct the Heavens immediately released news of their own chamber in what appeared to be a direct challenge. This left people astonished by the speed of their progress while also raising questions—if the Son of Heaven admired Liu Qi Yue, shouldn’t he be supporting her efforts, either overtly or covertly? In past virtual games, the Shen Zhi Zi and the Tian Zhi Zi had always taken such approaches. Why was this time different?
As people speculated and discussed, attention shifted to the Sky Obstruction No. 1 Chamber of Wings That Obstruct the Heavens. The auction of silver-grade equipment—considered the pinnacle of gear at this stage, where even a single bronze-grade item was a luxury—instantly drew excitement. Silver-grade equipment was incredibly rare and valuable, akin to a national treasure. Even with immense wealth, it was nearly impossible to acquire. Most of the existing silver-grade equipment resided in the hands of guild leaders, serving as a symbol of power and prestige.
The auction of two silver-grade items would undoubtedly attract players from across Huaxia. Wings That Obstruct the Heavens, as a massive guild, had the resources to possess such items. Although guild systems were not yet fully operational, giving their organization a more scattered appearance, their large member base made it unsurprising for them to own a few silver-grade items. This auction would firmly establish their chamber’s reputation.
In contrast, the Seven Moons Chamber seemed to pale in comparison after its initial announcement. What players anticipated most, however, was catching a glimpse of the legendary beauty, Liu Qi Yue.
Meanwhile, the Divine Domain Alliance remained silent. Unlike Wings That Obstruct the Heavens, they chose to steadily develop their land, which required more time but promised greater long-term returns. They avoided renting property, as Wings That Obstruct the Heavens had done.
Tian Zhi Zi reclined lazily in his chair, one hand resting on the armrest and the other swirling a glass of fragrant tea shrouded in mist. He appeared utterly at ease. For him, enjoying tea as a substitute for wine in a world where alcohol was unavailable was a supreme pleasure. Though he regretted the absence of wine, he found solace in the delicate fragrance of tea.
This was his newly purchased residence in Tianchen City, acquired at great expense. It was his first day living there, and the comfort of the place left him enchanted. Compared to this, the polluted air of the real world seemed utterly unappealing.
The door creaked open, and a girl dressed in a sky-blue robe stepped silently into the room. Her eyes were as bright as the stars, her lips a deep red like vermillion, and her skin was a flawless snowy white. Her beauty was almost otherworldly, rivaling even the famed Liu Qi Yue, known as the most enchanting woman in Huaxia. However, where Liu Qi Yue’s allure was bold and dazzling, this girl’s charm was ethereal and dreamlike—partly due to her eyes. Deep and unfathomable, they were like a bottomless ocean or an infinite starry sky, drawing anyone who gazed into them into an irresistible desire to lose themselves.
Liu Qi Yue was famous for her seductive beauty and cunning, but this girl was shrouded in mystery. Few had ever seen her in person.
“Did you instruct someone to spread the news about the chamber?” the girl asked as she gracefully sat across from him. Though the room was softly lit, her eyes seemed to radiate their own brilliance, eclipsing everything around her. Even the Son of Heaven felt an instinctive urge to avert his gaze.
“Of course,” he replied with a relaxed smile, setting his glass on the table. “Would my sister like some tea? This tea, named 『Star Dew』, is the finest luxury available in Tianchen City. A small cup like this, sprinkled with just a few leaves, costs over 200 gold coins. Expensive, yes, but worth every coin. Its enchanting aroma is the most delightful I’ve ever experienced.”
The girl remained calm, her gaze steady. “If you’re pursuing Liu Qi Yue, why are you deliberately opposing her? I can’t think of a reasonable explanation.”
“Very simple” the Tian Zhi Zi replied with a smile. “Sister… in your opinion, with Liu Qi Yue’s personality and way of doing things, would she be more likely to submit to a man who chases her obsessively and madly, or to one who utterly defeats and dominates her?”
The girl said nothing, silently watching him, waiting for him to continue. But Tian Zhi Zi offered no further explanation.
“That’s your reasoning?” she asked.
“Exactly. Sister, what do you think?”
The girl’s delicate eyebrows furrowed slightly. She sighed quietly and shook her head. “If this were about developing your guild and you were treating Liu Qi Yue as a mere commercial competitor, reacting swiftly to suppress her chamber of commerce, I would be reassured. But what you’re doing now… disappoints me.”
Tian Zhi Zi fell silent under her gaze, her expression tinged with disappointment. Although he could defy his parents, he dared not show even a shred of disrespect toward his sister.
“This must have been a hasty decision you made after hearing Liu Qi Yue’s announcement, wasn’t it? You’re still too immature, not understanding what it means to think things through completely. Yes, with Liu Qi Yue’s personality, perhaps a strong, domineering approach might work better. But have you considered the possibility that the Shen Zhi Zi from the Dugu Clan could use this as an opportunity to aid her? Wouldn’t that be handing your greatest rival a golden opportunity on a silver platter?”
“He won’t. I know him too well” the Tian Zhi Zi said calmly.
“If you truly understand someone, you should be able to grasp every weakness in their character and exploit it to defeat them. Can you honestly say you know him that well?”
“…” He had no response.
“Judging by Liu Qi Yue’s actions over the years, even though I’ve never interacted with her, I can tell she is an extraordinarily cunning woman. Right now, you are far from being her equal. This move of yours will not bring about the result you want. Instead, it’s likely to turn Liu Qi Yue into yet another enemy of yours. Is that something you’re willing to see?” Her gaze softened as she sighed.
“Sister, you’re exaggerating,” the Tian Zhi Zi said dismissively. He picked up the teacup from the table, took a light sip, and continued. “Sister, you’ve never been in love, nor have you liked any man, right? I’ve had far more experience in this area than you. When it comes to understanding the changes in a woman’s heart and what they want, I trust my own judgment more. Even if things go badly and Liu Qi Yue does become my enemy, Wings That Obstruct the Heavens is immense and you know that as well as I do. Liu Qi Yue’s resources in the Destiny World amount to no more than a few dozen people. Our chamber’s product supply comes from the hundred thousand members of Wings That Obstruct the Heavens. And Liu Qi Yue… Sister, does her chamber even compare to ours? Historically, the Seven Moons Chamber has been more like a business game Liu Qi Yue plays to pass the time rather than a serious commercial endeavor.”
“If that’s the case, targeting an 『insignificant』Liu Qi Yue with the massive Wings That Obstruct the Heavens alliance—is it to invite ridicule from others?”
The girl’s words caused the Tian Zhi Zi’s expression to freeze, rendering him momentarily speechless.
“How much do you even know about Liu Qiyue’s current chamber? The Seven Moons Chamber is currently located in the very center of Tianchen City, giving it a massive advantage over the Sky Obstruction No. 1 Chamber. Its scale will likely exceed your imagination. Even leaving aside its size, that central location alone is something that no amount of money could easily buy. A woman who could establish such a chamber in such a short time and complete all preparations within the next three days… do you truly believe Liu Qi Yue is as 『insignificant』 as you claim?”
The Tian Zhi Zi was silent once more.
“An angel’s face, a devil’s figure and demonic means… countless people are infatuated with her appearance. But at this level, how many have died at her hands? You cannot afford to ignore this.”
The girl rose gracefully, her movements light as a lotus bloom. Her voice carried softly as she left the room, “I hope I’m just worrying unnecessarily. Your impulsiveness has already planted one potential disaster after another. You have a slim chance of succeeding, but a far greater chance…of facing the combined pressure of Liu Qi Yue and Tian Mo Xie. As your sister, I hope you succeed… but I’d rather see you fail miserably, because that would teach you far more.”
The door closed, leaving behind an oppressive silence.
Tian Zhi Zi let out a bitter laugh, closing his eyes and sipping the remaining half-cup of tea. Yet his mood had entirely shifted. Being lectured or even scolded by his sister was nothing new—it had happened countless times before. Each time, he found himself unable to refute her. Time and again, reality had proven her right.
Years ago, the split and betrayal within their family had pushed the Yun Clan to the brink of collapse. That decade-long scheme, however, was overturned by a single individual—a blind, paraplegic girl only thirteen years old, dismissed and overlooked by everyone. She saved the entire Yun Clan and ensured that no traitor escaped unscathed. They never knew that every move they made had already been under her control. The moment they acted, they sealed their fate.
On that day, this girl, abandoned by heaven, revealed such brilliance that even her biological parents were left trembling in fear. It was only then that they realized how little they understood the daughter who had grown up so quiet and indifferent.
The Destiny World did not carry over players’ physical disabilities from the real world. Here, she could walk, she could see the world. The first time Tian Zhi Zi saw her eyes, he was stunned for a very long time.
They were eyes that seemed to pierce directly into a person’s soul.
Yet now, things had already been set in motion and could not be undone. If he were to cancel the opening of the Sky Obstruction No. 1 Chamber three days later, it would deal a significant blow to the reputation of Wings That Obstruct the Heavens. After all, credibility was essential—not just for individuals but especially for a massive guild alliance.