Great Villain: Starting by Humiliating the Son of the Heavenly Fate - Chapter 128

Chapter 128: Fang Yuan: The Unfazed Protagonist Chapter 128: Fang Yuan: The Unfazed Protagonist Of course, Jiang Chen was not foolish and quickly grasped Ji Mingxiu’s subtle suggestion.

Yet, he found himself caught off guard by this unexpected development, thinking to himself, ‘Is my Black Heavenly Fate truly that extraordinary?

This Holy Lord not only wishes to take me as his disciple but also proposes that I marry his daughter?’ If these events had occurred to someone else, they might think they’d won the ultimate prize and start seeing themselves as the protagonist.

However, Jiang Chen was different; he was fully aware of his own identity.

‘Even though everything seems perfectly aligned right now, there is undoubtedly a major disaster lurking around the corner.

Fortunes can change in the blink of an eye.

Isn’t it common for villains to meet their downfall at the peak of their success, much to the audience’s delight?

I must stay alert.’ These thoughts of caution and vigilance ran through Jiang Chen’s mind.

Despite this inner turmoil, he managed to keep a perplexed smile on his face, looking a bit uncomfortable, and somehow nodded in agreement.

Ji Ruxue, directly implicated by Ji Mingxiu’s proposal, had a distinctly different reaction.

With a frosty demeanor, she declared, “Father, I insist on the right to choose my own partner.

I will not agree to marry any Holy Son.” When Ji Ruxue voiced her firm refusal, Jiang Chen wasn’t taken aback.

He had anticipated such a stance from the heroine.

Still, he couldn’t help but ponder if her rejection was linked to the protagonist, which could pose a significant challenge.

Yet, Ji Mingxiu’s following statement, the words from Ji Ruxue’s father, quickly dispelled Jiang Chen’s worries.

“You have excelled in numerous areas,” Ji Mingxiu stated, shaking his head in disappointment.

“However, when it comes to this particular issue, your defiance is unyielding.” “Fang Yuan once showed great potential, but you turned him away.

Now, with his cultivation base inexplicably diminished, we can leave his name out of this conversation,” he commented.

With a serious expression, Ji Mingxiu continued, “But this time, you must listen to my advice.

In a powerful sect, having-or lacking-vision for the future is crucial.

Your union with the Holy Son would indeed be a cause for celebration…” Before he could complete his thought, Ji Ruxue cut in sharply, “I will not!” With just these three decisive words, she propelled herself into the air, ascending swiftly into the sky, leaving behind a deep silence.

Watching his daughter’s retreating figure, Ji Mingxiu let out a deep sigh, “Alas, this child, when will she finally understand?” However, as someone who had weathered countless hardships, he wasn’t shaken by this setback.

Turning his calm gaze back to Jiang Chen, he advised, “In the upcoming selection competition for the Holy Son, don’t underestimate any of the competitors.

Remember, many of them have been cultivating for five years more than you have.” “Yes, Master!” Jiang Chen responded quickly, his voice full of resolve.

“Excellent!” Ji Mingxiu exclaimed, his smile wide and his eyes gleaming with approval.

He then handed over four jade slips and a storage ring to Jiang Chen, explaining, “This contains the Purple Heaven Dark Star Heavenly Scripture, our sect’s fundamental cultivation technique for the nine major realms within the First and Second Steps of the Cultivation Path.

These three hold our Purple Heaven Holy Land’s signature martial skills and secret arts – the Purple Feather Misty Steps Skill, the Dark Star Sky Splitting Sword Art, and the Purple Heaven Heavenly Thunder True Canon.” Continuing, he said, “As for what’s inside this ring, it’s a welcome gift from me – a collection of cultivation resources to support your training journey.” “Dedicate yourself to your cultivation.

If you face any challenges, come to me for advice.

Avoid acting rashly.” As Ji Mingxiu offered these words of wisdom, a surge of regret filled him, thoughts of Fang Yuan lingering in his mind.

Joy lit up Jiang Chen’s face as he accepted the jade slips and the ring.

With a mix of gratitude and determination, he declared, “I will follow Master’s guidance closely!” He then bowed respectfully and took his leave.

…

Arriving at the edge of the pathway to the Holy Lord’s residence, Jiang Chen noticed Rong Liangcai and his four companions waiting from afar.

As they spotted Jiang Chen, they swiftly approached him.

“Daoist friend Jiang Chen!” Rong Liangcai greeted, offering a respectful bow.

“Following orders from our superiors, I’ve arranged temporary accommodation for you!” Although Rong Liangcai was not privy to the details of the conversation between Ji Mingxiu and Jiang Chen, he did not dare to pry.

Yet, he held a firm conviction that Jiang Chen was destined to rise as a key figure within the Everflowing Truth Central Domain, becoming an indispensable pillar of the Purple Heaven Holy Land.

This belief made his acts of friendliness towards Jiang Chen increasingly enthusiastic.

His four companions, sharing his view, mirrored his sentiments.

“Very well, lead the way.” With a friendly nod, Jiang Chen signaled his agreement.

In the days to come, Rong Liangcai and his companions would likely act as his eyes and ears.

As they made their way, Jiang Chen reflected on Fang Yuan, the individual Holy Lord Ji Mingxiu had mentioned.

Initially, Fang Yuan had demonstrated exceptional cultivation aptitude, only for his abilities to mysteriously wane later.

Even Ji Mingxiu felt regret over this unfortunate turn of events.

Upon consideration, Jiang Chen couldn’t help but feel that this scenario was the perfect backdrop for an unfazed protagonist!

Fortunately, according to what Ji Mingxiu shared, he had attempted to arrange a match between Fang Yuan and Ji Ruxue, but Ji Ruxue had remained indifferent to the idea up to this point.

However, in the original storyline, where Fang Yuan and Ji Ruxue were destined to come together, there surely was a gripping series of events that shifted Ji Ruxue’s feelings for Fang Yuan from indifference, to acknowledgment, and ultimately to affection.

Among the many story tropes Jiang Chen knew well, there was one where the heroine initially loathes the protagonist, only to undergo a change of heart later, adding an enjoyable twist to the tale.

This narrative pattern often involved protagonists who carried a hint of roguishness, displaying a lighter, more carefree attitude.

Currently, Ji Ruxue showed no admiration for Fang Yuan, let alone any affection.

This was the scenario Jiang Chen found most advantageous.

‘However, relying solely on speculation would be unwise.

It’s smarter to confirm by asking around.’ Motivated by this thought, Jiang Chen turned to Rong Liangcai and his group, asking, “Do any of you know Fang Yuan?” “Of course!

Fang Yuan was once remarkable, but now…” Seizing the chance to gain favor, Rong Liangcai and his four companions each took turns to share their insights, offering their distinct perspectives.

Before long, Jiang Chen had gained a fundamental understanding of Fang Yuan’s character.

Fang Yuan, a scion of the prestigious Fang Clan, renowned throughout the Everflowing Truth Central Domain, was once hailed as a prodigy.

His fame echoed across the entire domain, attracting the attention of many leading sects.

Eventually, the three supreme powers-the Purple Heaven Holy Land, the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace, and the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple-also took notice, each eager to have him join their ranks.

Due to a twist of fate, Fang Yuan had already established a connection with Ji Ruxue but was completely unknown to both the Imperial Extreme Heavenly Palace and the Jade Lake Heavenly Temple.

As a result, he ultimately chose to become a part of the Purple Heaven Holy Land.

Back then, Fang Yuan was like a rising star, captivating everyone’s attention.

Some foresaw his swift ascent to the Third Step of the Cultivation Path.

His brilliance was so pronounced that even the esteemed Purple Heaven Holy Lord, Ji Mingxiu, took a notable interest in him, even inquiring with Ji Ruxue about any possible attraction to Fang Yuan.

However, Ji Ruxue maintained a distant demeanor, treating the unfamiliar Fang Yuan with nonchalance.

Rumors about Ji Mingxiu’s interest quickly spread, leading many to believe he planned to match Ji Ruxue with Fang Yuan.

To the broader public, Fang Yuan and Ji Ruxue seemed the perfect match, epitomizing the ideal golden boy and jade girl pairing.

This view was reinforced as Fang Yuan’s cultivation base soared, culminating in his breakthrough to the Heavenly Origin realm on his eighteenth birthday.

Amidst these events, Ji Ruxue started to feel a growing sense of irritation.

But following Fang Yuan’s advancement to the Heavenly Origin realm, an unforeseen event took place.

Just one day after his significant breakthrough, his cultivation base suffered a drastic decline, dropping to the Late-stage of the Mysterious Platform realm!

This unexpected disaster was a severe setback for Fang Yuan, causing widespread shock throughout the entire Purple Heaven Holy Land!

Despite everything, Fang Yuan had no clue why his cultivation base had regressed so sharply.

Even Ji Mingxiu was baffled by the cause of this unusual setback.

The general agreement was that Fang Yuan’s rapid advancement had been too reckless, leading to what many suspected was Qi Deviation.

As a result, Ji Mingiu advised Fang Yuan to adopt a more patient approach, emphasizing the importance of steady cultivation and a solid foundation for future growth.

However, just when everyone began to hope that Fang Yuan would rise from the ashes and break through to the Heavenly Origin realm once more, an unexpected turn of events occurred.

To everyone’s astonishment, Fang Yuan’s cultivation base declined even further, dropping to the Middle-stage of the Mysterious Platform realm!

What’s more, there seemed to be no end to the regression of his cultivation base.

Despite Fang Yuan’s desperate efforts to recover his cultivation abilities, including consuming a vast amount of pills, the decline in his cultivation base continued unabated.

This situation left the members of the Purple Heaven Holy Land in utter disbelief and horror.

No matter what actions were taken, nothing could halt the steady decrease of Fang Yuan’s cultivation base.

After facing numerous setbacks, almost everyone in the Purple Heaven Holy Land began to view Fang Yuan as someone who had fallen into obscurity, becoming just another face in the crowd.

Indeed, his situation was considered even worse than that of the average cultivator.

While others were at least advancing in their cultivation, Fang Yuan was undergoing a relentless decline in his cultivation base!

As time passed, the bright halo of genius that once surrounded Fang Yuan began to fade, turning the once-praised label of ‘genius’ into a subject of public scorn.

Those who had once envied him started to mock him, their taunts becoming a bitter mix of cold scorn and scorching derision.

This negative sentiment spread rapidly, like a biting wind, growing stronger and infesting the Purple Heaven Holy Land with many who were keen to ridicule Fang Yuan.

Whenever they saw Fang Yuan, they would step up, grabbing the chance to mock him.

The more audacious among them even dared to approach the entrance of Fang Yuan’s cave mansion, seeking to berate and demean him directly.

Fang Yuan had no choice but to endure this onslaught of humiliation, steadfastly continuing his cultivation efforts.

However, his situation worsened as his cultivation base fell even more, descending to the Late-stage of the Spiritual Awakening realm.

This dramatic fall meant he no longer qualified for the esteemed status of a true disciple, sparking resentment among many disciples who longed for such a distinguished rank, further compounding Fang Yuan’s difficulties.

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