Great Villain: Starting by Humiliating the Son of the Heavenly Fate

Chapter 292: No Freedom, Only Obedience

"Good, you understand!" Liu Xiong’s voice was cold and sharp, sending shivers down their spines. "Hurry up and bring out your offerings! If our Lord changes his mind, you’re doomed!"

"Yes, yes! Right away!" Lu An and He Tian nodded repeatedly, rushing to present their most valuable treasures.

They quickly laid out spiritual plants of both the Dao Palace and Dao Comprehension ranks, along with other rare items and a hefty amount of spirit stones.

"Hmph! Go away!" Wu Qian said with a dismissive sneer, waving his hand as if brushing away dirt.

"Yes, we’re leaving immediately! Thank you, senior, for sparing us!" Lu An and He Tian bowed deeply in every direction, their voices trembling with gratitude. They didn’t dare linger a second longer.

Moments later, they flew away cautiously, their bodies trembling from lingering fear. Once they felt it was safe, they sped up drastically, using all their strength to flee as fast as they could.

Jiang Chen watched them go, his brow furrowing slightly. Why haven’t they turned into passersby yet? he wondered, using his Villain Eye to inspect their information panels.

Given their current situation, Lu An and He Tian shouldn’t have the courage to bother Gu Ran anymore. By now, they should have been reduced to mere background characters.

But something wasn’t right. The events weren’t unfolding the way Jiang Chen had expected.@@@@

What could it be? Jiang Chen thought, stroking his chin. Suddenly, his eyes lit up with realization. Could it be the golden patterns?

The underground cave had indeed been destroyed by the aftershocks of their battle. However, before its collapse, He Tian and his team had caught a glimpse of the golden patterns hidden within.

These golden patterns contained records of a nearly complete history, including the Doomsday Cave Heaven’s final, desperate assault. The knowledge within them was incredibly valuable and had the potential to greatly influence the story’s progression.

Could it be that Lu An and He Tian, either intentionally or accidentally, or perhaps under coercion, revealed this information?

In the original plot, the protagonist Gu Ran was meant to use the secrets of the Doomsday Cave Heaven to launch a surprise attack on the demon race’s rear defenses. But if this information had been leaked, Gu Ran’s plan would fall apart, likely sparking a deep hatred for Lu An and He Tian.

That seems like the most likely explanation, Jiang Chen concluded.

I initially intended to let them live. After all, during the demon race’s invasion of the Immortal Martial Continent, they might have been useful pawns.

But if they betray the Immortal Martial Continent—whether willingly or by force—this leak could make them supporting characters, giving Gu Ran easy kills and experience points.

If that’s the case, I can’t let them wander free. If necessary, I’ll deal with them myself.

With this decision made, Jiang Chen’s figure moved like a streak of light, quickly heading toward Lu An and He Tian’s fleeing location.

As the main villain, Jiang Chen had no hesitation when it came to killing if the situation called for it.

With a single thought, Jiang Chen connected his soul to the Wordless Heavenly Jade, channeling its energy to master the Ten Thousand Soulseed Art.

Suddenly, a surge of enlightening energy flowed from the Wordless Heavenly Jade. Most of it merged with his soul, while a smaller amount strengthened his physical body.

In mere moments, Jiang Chen had perfected the Ten Thousand Soulseed Art, achieving mastery at the highest level.

I’ll need to replenish more qi and blood energy later, Jiang Chen noted to himself before turning his attention back to Lu An and He Tian. Without delay, he began to use the Ten Thousand Soulseed Art to take control of their minds.

Two small orbs of crimson light emerged from the foreheads of Lu An and He Tian, flying into Jiang Chen’s hand. The lights condensed into two magatamas, radiating faint energy.

"I will know all your thoughts," Jiang Chen said calmly, his icy gaze locking onto the pair. "These soul seeds give me complete control over your lives. If you betray me, I can kill you instantly. However, as long as you follow my orders, you will remain alive."

"Yes, Master!" Lu An and He Tian responded immediately, bowing deeply. Their expressions showed that they had reluctantly accepted their new roles.

At that moment, system notifications echoed within Jiang Chen’s mind.

[Ding! You have successfully altered the plot. The Heavenly Fate Value of protagonist Gu Ran has decreased by 500 points!]

[Ding! You have earned 1000 Villain Value points!]

Hearing the alerts, Jiang Chen nodded in satisfaction, though a slight frown appeared on his face.

Only 500 points? That’s not much. It suggests that in the original plot, the leak by Lu An and He Tian was likely resolved quickly, he mused.

Before he could think further, his divine sense detected movement.

Hmm? More people are approaching!

A large group entered the range of his divine sense. To his surprise, they were demonic cultivators from the Burning Blaze Ancient Sect. Among them were their true masters—nether soul demons.

Villain Eye!

Jiang Chen’s eyes gleamed as he activated his ability, focusing on one of the Dao Palace realm figures, a nether soul demon.

[Name: Ji Junhao

Realm: Late-stage Dao Palace (Peak-stage Dao Palace)

Status: Supporting character

Fate Value: 343]