Great Villain: Starting by Humiliating the Son of the Heavenly Fate - Chapter 189

Chapter 189: A Visit to Test the Waters Chapter 189: A Visit to Test the Waters As the moments slipped by, the dark veil of night began to lift, giving way to the first light of dawn.

Jiang Chen rose from his nighttime cultivation, pushing the door open and making his way down the staircase.

When he reached the dining room, he found Ji Ruxue and Xie Xiaojing already seated at the table, deep in conversation.

It was obvious they had been waiting for him.

“Good morning, ladies.” Jiang Chen greeted them with a casual grin as he took his seat at the table, diving into his breakfast with enthusiasm.

This scene had become a familiar one.

After living together for more than a month, these informal meals and shared conversations had grown into a comforting routine in their daily lives.

Just as they were finishing their meal, Jiang Chen suddenly spoke up.

“By the way, I plan to visit Junior Brother Fang Yuan.” “His spiritual root was damaged during the fight, and I’m not sure how bad it is,” he added, a look of genuine concern in his eyes.

But deep inside, a cold smile formed.

Although he had succeeded in winning Ji Ruxue’s favor, he had yet to present her with a nuptial ring.

Since Fang Yuan was still unaware of this, bringing Ji Ruxue along might further unsettle Fang Yuan’s mind.

Even if that didn’t happen, there were still other matters he needed to discuss with Fang Yuan.

“Why bother visiting him?” Xie Xiaojing grumbled, her lips puckering in annoyance.

“All he does is brag and babble nonsense.

He’s conveniently forgotten that you were the one who stood by him when everyone else ignored him.” “He ruined his own cultivation foundation; it’s the result of his own choices, and he got what he deserved,” she added, feeling no sympathy for Fang Yuan.

“Those are just minor matters,” Jiang Chen replied with a casual smile as he got to his feet.

“Come on, let’s go together.” “Very well!” Ji Ruxue agreed, also rising from her seat.

Although Xie Xiaojing felt some reluctance, she wouldn’t go against Jiang Chen’s decision.

So, the trio quickly set off, heading toward the cluster of healing halls within the Purple Heaven Holy Land.

Given the esteemed reputation of Jiang Chen and Ji Ruxue, their way was clear, with no one daring to block their path.

Moreover, those they passed along the way showed a mix of respect and awe.

Before long, Jiang Chen escorted Ji Ruxue and Xie Xiaojing to the main healing hall, where they found Fang Yuan.

“How are you feeling, Junior Brother Fang Yuan?” Jiang Chen asked, his gaze fixed on Fang Yuan, who sat cross-legged on the bed.

His voice held a note of concern.

At a glance, Jiang Chen could see that Fang Yuan’s condition had improved significantly from his earlier defeated state.

There were no signs of despair or discouragement.

But this did not surprise Jiang Chen.

After all, Fang Yuan was the protagonist, guided by two formidable masters who had already reached the Void Tribulation realm!

“Jiang Chen, what brings you here?” Fang Yuan asked, a flicker of unease crossing his face at the sight of Jiang Chen.

When he noticed Ji Ruxue standing beside Jiang Chen, a surge of anger rushed through him.

Ji Ruxue was a woman he had once desired.

But now, she was with Jiang Chen!

Still, after receiving guidance from Shangguan Ning and Nangong Wan, Fang Yuan had let go of many things, and his anger had somewhat faded.

“Hmm, is that any way to speak?” Xie Xiaojing’s brows furrowed.

“Holy Son Jiang Chen has come to see you, and you’re still not satisfied?” “No matter.

Junior Brother Fang Yuan is just like this; he’s actually quite agreeable,” Jiang Chen said with a reassuring smile, waving his hand dismissively as he settled down beside Fang Yuan.

Yet, a hint of regret stirred within him.

Even with Ji Ruxue by his side, he noticed that Fang Yuan’s mood didn’t waver much.

Jiang Chen guessed that Fang Yuan had already come to terms with losing his chance to win Ji Ruxue’s heart, resigning himself reluctantly after enduring his first setback.

On the other hand, Fang Yuan felt a new wave of unease as Jiang Chen took a seat nearby.

“It seems your injuries have healed,” Jiang Chen remarked, glancing at Fang Yuan with a cheerful smile.

“Mm-hmm,” Fang Yuan replied somewhat curtly.

“Senior Wenren Kang tended to my wounds.” “That’s good to hear, truly,” Jiang Chen nodded approvingly, then smoothly shifted the conversation to other topics.

As Fang Yuan continued speaking with Jiang Chen, his internal discomfort grew stronger.

The rival stood right before him, yet he couldn’t retaliate; instead, he had to swallow his resentment and engage in polite conversation.

Fang Yuan’s frustration was almost tangible!

Unable to bear it any longer, Fang Yuan bluntly asked, “Holy Son Jiang Chen, did you come here just for idle talk?” His tone carried a note of indifference.

Upon hearing this, Xie Xiaojing and Ji Ruxue both furrowed their brows.

They felt that Fang Yuan was being overly standoffish, almost as if he were taking their goodwill for granted.

However, Jiang Chen’s expression remained unchanged, his smile friendly and calm.

He didn’t seem bothered by Fang Yuan’s attitude.

Turning to the two young women, he said, “Ruxue, Xiaojing, I need to speak with Junior Brother Fang Yuan in private.” Since Ji Ruxue’s presence hadn’t unsettled Fang Yuan, Jiang Chen decided to move on to the next phase of his plan.

“Alright.” Although Ji Ruxue and Xie Xiaojing were curious about what Jiang Chen wished to discuss with Fang Yuan, they wisely left the room, closing the door softly behind them.

As soon as the door shut, a faint light flickered across it-a barrier designed to block any divine sense from penetrating the room.

“What can’t be openly discussed?” Fang Yuan asked, his voice still carrying an air of indifference.

“It concerns your spiritual root,” Jiang Chen replied, his serene smile never fading.

“If I’m not mistaken, Senior Nangong Wan and Senior Shangguan Ning must have a way to restore your spiritual root, right?” Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning, both formidable figures who had reached the Void Tribulation realm, would undoubtedly possess a method to restore the spiritual root of a Heavenly Origin realm cultivator!

Fang Yuan furrowed his brows, reluctant to reply, especially since Jiang Chen had so accurately guessed his thoughts.

Jiang Chen’s expression remained calm, his smile unwavering.

“Do you need any assistance?” Fang Yuan was immediately inclined to refuse.

But just then, Nangong Wan’s voice rang out, “Fang Yuan, your spiritual root could be restored much faster with Jiang Chen’s help!” “To restore it,” she continued, trying to explain her reasoning, “you’ll need a substantial amount of rare materials.

If we gather them ourselves, we might risk revealing certain details and drawing unwanted attention.” “She has a point,” Shangguan Ning agreed.

“Jiang Chen has already managed to deceive Ji Mingxiu once.

If he helps you restore your spiritual root this time, it won’t arouse any suspicion.

It’s the quickest and safest way!” “If you have no objections, Fang Yuan, let’s move forward with this,” she concluded, giving Fang Yuan the final say in the matter.

“I…” Fang Yuan hesitated for a moment before finally nodding.

“I have no objections.” Internally, however, he was conflicted.

Jiang Chen was his rival, the one who had brought him deep humiliation.

Fang Yuan longed to make Jiang Chen suffer in return.

How could he possibly accept Jiang Chen’s ‘kindness’?

But Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning had already given their approval.

If he, Fang Yuan, opposed their decision now, he would undoubtedly be seen as stubborn and ungrateful.

“Great, I’m glad I can be of help,” Jiang Chen said cheerfully.

“Now, tell me the materials needed, and I’ll make sure to communicate your requirements.” “I’ll go directly to the Holy Lord and attribute the method’s discovery to the two Void Tribulation realm seniors,” he continued.

“By doing so, most of their scrutiny will be on me, greatly reducing the chances of anyone noticing the Soul Embodying Ring.” “We’re indebted to you, Jiang Chen,” Nangong Wan’s voice filled the room, her gratitude evident.

She continued, “To restore Fang Yuan’s spiritual root, several materials are needed, along with mastery of the nineteen methods within the Precious Pill Seeking Record.

The exact materials are…” Nangong Wan carefully listed each required element.

After that, she and Shangguan Ning combined their remaining soul power to materialize the Precious Pill Seeking Record!

The Precious Pill Seeking Record was a Dao Palace rank manual that combined the arts of alchemy and healing!

It contained a comprehensive catalog of various pills, including detailed descriptions, refinement formulas, and numerous diagnostic and treatment methodologies.

Shortly afterward, Jiang Chen, having memorized the entire list of materials and the contents of the Precious Pill Seeking Record, stood up and said, “I’ve committed everything to memory.

I’ll take action immediately.” But just before leaving, he added a word of caution: “Recently, there have been several unusual incidents involving demonic beasts near the Holy Land’s headquarters.

Junior Brother Fang Yuan, it would be best for you to stay here and focus on your recovery.

Try to avoid venturing out.” Despite his lingering resentment toward Jiang Chen, Fang Yuan managed to suppress his feelings and gave a somewhat respectful salute.

“I won’t escort you out.” ‘Sigh!

Why does Fang Yuan always harbor such deep prejudice against Jiang Chen?

It truly baffles me!’ These were the thoughts of Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning within the Soul Embodying Ring, their expressions troubled.

Of course, they had noticed Fang Yuan’s rude attitude toward Jiang Chen ever since he arrived.

This left them feeling helpless, but they chose to remain silent, aware of how fragile Fang Yuan’s mental state was at the moment.

In the end, they could only feel apologetic toward Jiang Chen.

With a subtle smile, Jiang Chen cupped his hands and gave a courteous bow.

“Until next time.” He then turned on his heel, opened the door, and made his way out.

The door closed softly behind him.

Left alone, Fang Yuan shut his eyes and slowly resumed his recovery.

Meanwhile, Nangong Wan and Shangguan Ning took this opportunity to rest and restore their spirits with a newfound sense of relief.

With Jiang Chen’s help, they no longer needed to leave the Purple Heaven Holy Land’s territory and hide on the outskirts, tirelessly searching for the materials to mend Fang Yuan’s spiritual root.

Once outside, Jiang Chen saw Xie Xiaojing and Ji Ruxue waiting for him.

With a genuine, gentle smile, he said, “Let’s go.

I’ll take you back first; I have things to do afterward.” Just as Jiang Chen finished speaking, a series of system alerts suddenly echoed within his sea of consciousness.

[Ding!

You have successfully altered the plot.

The Protagonist Fang Yuan’s Heavenly Fate Value has decreased by 500 points!] [Ding!

You have acquired 1000 Villain Value points!] ‘I’ve depleted another five hundred points of his Heavenly Fate Value!’ Jiang Chen thought, a cold anticipation brewing in his heart.

‘With just one or two more deductions, his Heavenly Fate Value will fall below the kill threshold!’ Once Fang Yuan’s Heavenly Fate Value dropped below that critical point, he would be like a helpless fish on Jiang Chen’s chopping block, ready for a lethal strike.

If Jiang Chen wished, he could end Fang Yuan’s life at any moment.

The only challenge was devising the perfect strategy to eliminate him for maximum advantage!

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