"Daenerys, I am now a Universe Master, my soul is repaired, and I have now obtained several innate talents bestowed by the Faerûnian primal will. Even if those memories could be useful to me, I have already put in place plans for how to fully utilize those treasures, especially with my new creation ability."
Fang Yuan is carefully weighing the options and seeing no immediate value in obtaining those memories. He knew that with those memories, he would possess a profound advantage in knowing key events that would happen in the future, but losing the blue Mangekyō Sharingan and the thirty alien DNA vials was simply too high a price to pay.
"Come on, you owe me," Daenerys says as Fang Yuan looks at her with absolute indifference. "My servant Zayra healed you and even indirectly facilitated your breakthrough to Universe Master. Don't you think it's only right you reciprocate the kindness I have shown you?"
"I owe you nothing, Daenerys," Fang Yuan says, looking directly at her.
"Everything you have achieved was solely because of the foundation I gave you. The fact that you were even captured by Irenicus despite the vast treasures I bestowed upon you still shocks me," Fang Yuan continues, his voice completely devoid of warmth.
"The reason why I got captured was that when I was captured in Calimshan, the Yanfo crystal sealed most of my abilities, such that I could not even access the Allspark God Kingdom or my god's internal world, where I had most of my items stored," Daenerys answers, her voice tightening as she defends herself.
"Well, that was dumb, to store all your eggs in one basket," Fang Yuan says bluntly.
"Yes, I know! You don't have to remind me. Plus, it's not like I could use most of them without drawing unnecessary attention to myself. Seriously, what do you think would happen if I rode around in a Bentley Continental while the common folk of Toril are riding horses? The only place I could use them freely was in Sigil; there were so many alien races there that most of my treasures seemed perfectly normal," Daenerys says, rolling her eyes.
"Where did you even find all your treasures anyway? Some are completely mystical, and others seem technologically more advanced than anything in Toril," Daenerys asks, her curiosity piqued.
"Most of the treasures I possessed were acquired during my explorations of the millions of prime material planes located within the Great Wheel source world, while others were salvaged directly from the original source world," Fang Yuan explains.
"Daenerys, when you became my direct disciple, I gave you two Alloy Armors, one Ancient Civilization Gravity Room, six Automaton Puppets, and one Bio-Ship. I gave you one young Black Tendril plant, five Blood River Crystals, one Bloodline Evolution Agent, 50 Billion Universe Coins, 200 Million Ganwu Coins, 500 Million Black Dragon Coins, 100 Billion Silver Blue coins, 1,000 genetic technique manuals, 2,000 spiritual technique manuals, and one Black Silverium Guard.
I gave you six colossal spaceships—including the Dark Nebula, the Stellar Sovereign, the Celestial Titan, the Nebula Vanguard, the Eclipse Seraph, and the Galactic Leviathan—each of them an F9-grade vessel. I gave you 323 high-grade alchemy manuals, 20 high-grade pill manuals, 14 Hashira breathing style technique manuals, and an approximate number of 2,394 books on various civilizations detailing their technology, science, history, economics, architecture, and politics. I gave you a hard, cube-shaped, indestructible alloy artifact called an Allspark, five Matrices of Leadership, 500 bars of an F-grade metal called Astronite, three Arc Blades, one Black Dragon Mountain X81 Laser Cannon, three C2-grade Laser Guns, five D5-grade Railguns, four expandable pyramid-styled storage fortresses, two Level 9 supercomputers, one Hydrogen Bomb, 545 Rogue Stones, one Ragna-mail called EM-CBX001 Hysterica, one Level 5-grade black and red melee sword called Kurayami, and lastly, 900 bars of a G-grade metal called Vibranium.
I provided five data banks containing blueprints for creating military-grade equipment, including vehicles, ships, aircraft, trains, submarines, armor, firearms, ammunition, and explosives. I gave you 20 million US Dollars, 60 million Galactic Credits, and several tons of metals and alloys comprising iron, steel, aluminum, and titanium. I gave you several tons of composites—including polymers like fiberglass, carbon fiber, Kevlar, and aramid fibers—ceramics, rubber, and elastomers for seals, gaskets, and tires, gunpowder, and specialized coatings and paints designed for camouflage, corrosion resistance, and heat management. I gave you two lightsabers, eight Sith holocrons, three Jedi holocrons, five ancient tomes covering various topics on Netherese magic, Agatha's Mask, the Gloves of the Master Artificer, three Bags of Holding, and, lastly, various alchemist's supplies, including items such as herbs, powders, one Heavenly-grade Golden Cauldron, and three high-grade Heavenly Flames.
I included various futuristic, modern, and medieval outfits comprising male, female, and unisex clothing types. I gave you food and ingredient supplies stored in various cryo-storage units capable of sustaining hundreds, if not thousands of people, comprised of fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, dairy products, meats, poultry, fish and seafood, eggs, legumes like beans and lentils, tubers such as potatoes and sweet potatoes, fungi like mushrooms, herbs and spices, processed foods like bread, pasta, and cereals, snacks like chips and cookies, beverages including water, juice, tea, coffee, and soft drinks, and desserts such as cakes, ice cream, and pastries.
I provided luxury vehicles comprised of five Rolls-Royce Phantoms, four Bentley Continental GTs, six Mercedes-Benz S-Class cars, two Lamborghini Uruses, seven Cadillac Escalades, and three Aston Martin DB11s; several off-road vehicles comprised of one Land Rover Defender, two Jeep Wrangler Rubicons, two Toyota Land Cruisers, five Ford Broncos, and one Mercedes G-Class; several superbikes which included one Ducati Panigale V4, two Kawasaki Ninja H2s, five Yamaha YZF-R1s, two BMW S1000RRs, and one Suzuki GSX-R1000; and lastly, sports cars including one Ferrari 488 GTB, two Lamborghini Huracáns, six Porsche 911 Turbos, three McLaren 720Ss, and one Audi R8. Each of these was heavily modified to use a rare type of stone called a Rogue Stone as a power source, meaning they do not need oil to function. Thanks to this, they can function for 200 years before needing a replacement, though due to the rarity of these stones, they are highly expensive.
I gave you five Elven Chain Mails and various metal bars from Toril—including 723 Adamant, 956 Adamantine, 845 Arambarium, 789 Arandur, 503 Arjale, 890 Barium, 644 Brass, 658 Bronze, 823 Celestial Steel, 567 Chromium, 804 Cobalt, 690 Cold Iron, 935 Copper, 558 Dajavva, 881 Darksteel, 768 Dlarun, 934 Electrum, 652 Elven Steel, 707 Favored Mineral, 681 Gold, 943 Hizagkuur, 589 Illithium, 834 Infernal Iron, 649 Iron, 917 Ironfell, 501 Lead, 954 Lithium, 689 Magnesium, 574 Manganese, 912 Mercury, 607 Mithral, 940 Molybdenum, 520 Nickel, 773 Orcslayer, 891 Palladium, 596 Pewter, 887 Platinum, 535 Pyrohydram, 802 Silver, 944 Slag, 571 Star Metal, 644 Steel, 729 Tantulhor, 849 Telstang, 778 Tin, 658 Titanium, 801 Titansteel, 592 Whitesteel, 894 Wootz Steel, 667 Zardazil, 523 Zinc, and 781 Zirconium.
Do you honestly think there is any kinder teacher in existence than me? And yet, your greed remains completely unsatisfied, begging me to give you even more. Don't you find your actions incredibly disrespectful?" Fang Yuan says, crossing his arms over his chest.
"No, but I just..." Daenerys stammers, her voice trailing off as Fang Yuan interjects, his words cutting through her defense like a scalpel.
"Let me tell you something people often misunderstand," Fang Yuan says calmly. "They say, 'Never be kind to the wrong person, or you'll regret it.' But regret only exists when your actions depend entirely on outcomes. True strength lies in doing something not because it benefits you, but simply because it aligns with your own will. I am kind when I choose to be. Not because you deserve it, but because it is my choice."
He takes a slow, deliberate step closer, his eyes remaining as deep and unreadable as the cosmic void. "Betray me, lie to me, take advantage of me, that is your nature. But my kindness? That is mine. And I do not change who I am just because the universe fails to meet my expectations. In a universe of schemers and betrayers, to remain untouched, to be kind by pure will and not by foolish hope... that is not weakness. That is control. That is ultimate strength."
As Fang Yuan speaks, Daenerys stands in silence, the weight of his words sinking in as she remembers the absolutely ridiculous, staggering amount of treasures she had received the moment she became his direct disciple.
"Daenerys, you are as greedy as a red dragon," Fang Yuan says, his expression perfectly placid. "You should learn to count your blessings; otherwise, you will grow up to be nothing more than a spoiled brat."
"I know it was deeply rude of me, I apologize, I won't pursue the matter on the blue mangyeko sharingun and 30 DNA viles any further, they are your treasures after all," Daenerys says as she holds her arm in embarrassment, realizing she might have overstepped.
"It's fine, little cub, I will take the 30 DNA viles and the blue mangyeko sharingun from Irenicus, but I will give you something precious." Fang Yuan says
"I will give you the lives of Irenicus, Amelyssan, and Verza to do with as you see fit once we return to the Faerûnian primal universe. Torture them, kill them, or use them as nothing more than dogs since they are no longer of any use to me. But for now, I leave you two to your vices. I am going to go meditate for a while; We will meet in the evening for the night's festivities, until we meet again," Fang Yuan says as he calmly turns and begins to walk back towards the majestic Zayra God Palace.
As Fang Yuan's figure moves further and further away down the path, Karsus's face twists in pure rage. "Verza!!! I say we just kill that bastard." Karsus says angrily, his voice shaking after hearing the hated name.
"Come on, it wasn't his fault. He was acting out of pure anger and wanted revenge for his people. Put yourself in his shoes, protecting the daughter of the man who murdered your family, your friends, and your people, leaving your entire civilization as nothing more than a distant memory. Of course, he hated me," Daenerys says defensively.
Karsus looks at her angrily, stepping forward with heavy, deliberate strides. He begins moving toward her, forcing her back until she eventually reaches a massive cherry tree. He steps directly into her space, placing a heavy hand on the trunk over her shoulder, trapping her against the bark.
"Daenerys, are you serious? Do you still have feelings for him?" Karsus asks, his voice low and intense.
"No, I don't! It's just that I get why he betrayed me," Daenerys replies, trying to deflect his piercing gaze.
"You can't be serious! In your previous life, when I used the alias of Dream, and you told me that you were getting married, I warned you that something did not add up when it came to him! I told you that I had actively been tracking Verza's movements in the city of Sigil. During my surveillance, I discovered that Verza had established an extensive network of shady contacts all across the city. I warned you that Verza was hiding his true identity and motives, urging you to take more time to truly know him. But when I told you, you simply claimed I was being jealous, by the gods, you can be stubborn at times." Karsus says, his eyes burning with the memory of her stubborn refusal to listen.
"Okay, I was jealous of you in my former life! You had multiple women; to you, finding and building relationships was easy. While in Sigil, you would leave me and go to brothels to have fun. I get it, it's not like we were a couple at first; we each did our own things. I became an adventurer while you joined the Galan Mage Guild. I formed a party with Verza and his crew, and feelings between us eventually developed over time. Is it really fair to judge me? I, too, wanted affection! It was easy for you—it came naturally thanks to your immense charm and charisma. So how do you think I felt when you told me to stop seeing the one guy who actually made me feel loved since my reincarnation in Toril?" Daenerys says
"Daenerys, I get that you were in love, but Verza is too much of a threat! He was personally trained by your dad, specializing in high-level espionage and infiltration techniques. He artificially made you fall in love with him and deliberately made me seem like the bad guy to ensure that we left on bad terms. He easily gained your absolute trust and slowly but surely brought up the prospect of marrying you, suggesting you go to Calimshan so you could get married, only to ruthlessly betray you by using the Yanfo Crystal and completely suppressing your abilities before handing you over to Irenicus!"
"Do you even know the terrible state I found you in back then, after searching for any trace of you across the planes for three agonizing years? You were completely drunk, and you smelled heavily of Bacchus blunts!"
"Daenerys, thanks to him, the experience that you had gone through nearly broke you!" Karsus says in pure anger, his voice rising as he steps toward her. "When I found you in the Crooked Crane after you finally escaped from Irenicus's dungeon, you were dressed like a harlot! Several men were hitting on you, seeing that you were completely drunk and intoxicated. You were even giving one of them a blowjob! In broad daylight, like seriously. But it all made sense when I confronted the two of them. Turns out you had made a desperate deal with them that if you had sex with them, they would give you three rolls of Bacchus," Karsus says, his words cutting deep as Daenerys vividly remembers the dark time she had become a hopeless drug addict.
I remember I beat those two dudes until they were completely toothless. You, on the other hand, were acting so fucking weird, you got pissed at me, saying that you had lost your rolls of Bacchus, and you literally told me to fuck off. Do you remember that?!" Karsus says aggressively, his eyes boring into hers.
Daenerys intentionally avoids his intense gaze, looking down at the ground as she remembers just how deeply, completely addicted she had truly become to that devastating drug.
Bacchus is a genetically modified plant that closely resembles a violet rose in appearance. This drug was created by the god Bacchus, who appears as a beautiful male youth, usually naked or half-naked. When he is clothed, it is usually in the skin of a leopard. He has long, curly hair that is often adorned with vines, leaves, and sometimes live snakes, described as being almost womanish in his looks. He rules over the portfolio of wine, madness, theater, and revelry, wanting his followers to be driven by desire and to embrace addiction and depravity. He seeks to corrupt artists, revelers, and the bold.
Legends claim he is the living repository of human decadence. Most civilized cities view him as a harmless degenerate, engaging only in drunken bacchanals and copious wine consumption. However, exposure to the pheromones emitted by the Bacchus rose rapidly damages the brain regions responsible for self-control and shame, leading to a compulsive pursuit of pleasure. Critical thinking abilities are significantly impaired, making individuals highly susceptible to external stimuli and brainwashing. It is mostly used as an aphrodisiac to increase libido, sexual desire, and sexual performance. While the speed of onset varies among individuals, addiction typically occurs within just a few days, making it one of the most potent and addictive drugs in existence. It took her seven months to fully detox from it, and even then, Karsus never left her side, just to ensure she did not try it again.
"I get it! You don't have to remind me over and over again!" Daenerys says, her voice breaking. "Irenicus and Bodhi broke me, trained me, and forced me to become a courtesan, spy, and assassin under their service. In those three years, I did things that make me sick to this day. But compared to the horrific torture they would subject me to, any sense of escape was an absolute mercy! I did terrible things during those three years, but what else could I do?!"
Daenerys says as she begins to cry uncontrollably. Seeing her break down, Karsus's anger instantly melts away; he pulls her into a warm hug, gently wiping her tears with a handkerchief as they both sit down together on a nearby bench in the quiet park.
"I was stupid... You warned me, but I was just too in love to notice any of it," she mutters against his shoulder. "I can't believe he manipulated me for twelve whole years without me even once suspecting him," Daenerys says, shivering slightly as she finally regains her composure and pulls back.
"In a way, I understand it," Karsus says, his voice softening into a serious, reflective tone. "Imagine spending nineteen years protecting the daughter of the man who brutally murdered your entire race. He must have wanted absolute revenge. Even when I personally captured and tortured him, seeking any information on your location, he did not reveal anything until the very end. It was only after I brutally tortured his subordinates that I was finally able to track you down. His hate was great. No, not just great it was immense."
Karsus looks out over the park, continuing, "He took his time to build your trust, intentionally made you fall deeply in love with him, and lowered your guard. He meticulously ensured that every single thing of value you owned was locked away in your subconscious dimensions before launching his plan into action, guaranteeing you were completely vulnerable when he struck with the Yanfo crystal. All before coldly selling you out to Irenicus and Bodhi as a helpless slave."
He turns back to her, placing a comforting hand on her shoulder. "But still... even if he wanted justice for his people, you are not responsible for your father's sins."
As his words echo in the quiet air, the vibrant colors of the park begin to blur and fade, and the scene smoothly shifts backward in time, dissolving into the past memories from the earlier years of Daenerys's life after her reincarnation.