I Became the Rich Second-Generation Villain - Chapter 339: Stolen Pendant — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Chapter 339: Stolen Pendant — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Ji Shuiyao stiffened for a moment at Lu Chen’s sudden question. A guilty conscience flickered in her eyes, but her composure as a woman of science quickly reasserted itself. She recovered smoothly and said calmli, “We were just talking.” — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Her tone was light, evasive—an attempt to steer the conversation away. “What about you? Are you feeling any better?” — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
The traffic authorities had taken a while to sort everything out, and during that time, Lu Chen had already gone through a fair bit—his bloodstained clothes had been changed, and now, at a glance, he looked no different from anyone else. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
“I had myself checked out. Nothing serious for now,” Lu Chen replied with a mild shake of his head, then paused as a thought struck him. If things wrapped up this cleanly, he might not get another chance to interact with Ji Shuiyao. That wouldn’t do. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Quickly adjusting his tone, he added, “But the doctor said I should come back for a follow-up later. They can’t give a full diagnosis yet.” — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Ji Shuiyao nodded, accepting the half-truth. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Meanwhile, Wang Haoran, now certain this was the man she’d hit, quietly accessed the system for a scan. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
【Protagonist: Lu Chen】 — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
【Combat Power: 96】 — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
【Charm Value: 67】 — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
【Protagonist Halo: 3026 (Increasing)】 — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
【Skill (Golden Finger): Yin-Yang Jade Pendant– Contains the inheritance of the Ancient Immortal Doctor. Automatically generates Qi of Life and Qi of Death. The legacy includes advanced medical arts, martial techniques, profound methods, and cultivation techniques. Current integration: 10% (Ancient Medicine). Qi of Life heals any disease or injury; QI of Death induces grave illness.】 — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
The moment Wang Haoran saw the data, his breath got caught. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
He thought this Lu Chen was just another medical genius protagonist. He hadn’t expected the pendant to contain a full-blown immortal legacy—one that even included cultivation techniques! — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Thank the heavens he checked early, though he probably shouldn’t, as he is the villain. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
So far, Lu Chen had only integrated a fraction of the medical inheritance. His Protagonist Halo, while over three thousand, was still significantly below Yan Yuntian’s. But that note “increasing” was a red flag. If Lu Chen completed the inheritance, his halo would almost certainly eclipse even that lunatic’s. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
No way he could let that happen. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
It had been a while since he used Soaring Dragon Cloud-Snatching Hand—the last time was to snatch War God Su Lang’s bank card. Looked like it was time for another performance. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Just then, Lu Chen turned to Ji Shuiyao again, voice tinged with curiosity. “Professor Ji, what were you two really doing in there? Why hide away to talk? It all seemed very… secretive.” — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Ji Shuiyao hesitated, her gaze flitting away, unsure how to respond. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Wang Haoran stepped in smoothly. “What we were doing has nothing to do with you. Why are you even asking?” — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
But Lu Chen’s gaze had already caught the flicker of shame in Ji Shuiyao’s eyes, and that alone was enough to send his mind racing. He looked at Wang Haoran, all rich-boy arrogance and smug demeanor, and a horrible suspicion began to form. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
“Professor Ji… did he—did he take advantage of you?” — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
The word “take advantage” made Ji Shuiyao’s cheeks flush. She avoided his gaze entirely, lips slightly parted but voicing no denial. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
That was all Lu Chen needed. His face turned pale, voice trembling with fury. “You’re not saying anything… it’s true, isn’t it? Did he threaten you? You don’t have to be afraid, Professor. You have to fight back against people like him! Silence only emboldens scum like this!” — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Wang Haoran stood off to the side, expressionless. This really is protagonist logic at work… He barely knows the situation, has zero evidence, and already slaps the villain label on me. I mean, fair enough, I am the villain, but at least get the facts straight first. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Ji Shuiyao sighed inwardly. Lu Chen’s fervor was getting out of hand. Still, mindful of her identity as a professor, she kept her response measured. “You’re reading too much into things. Nothing happened.” — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
But Lu Chen didn’t buy it. To him, her silence was as good as a confession. He assumed she was being manipulated, blackmailed into compliance. For now, though, he reined in his questions. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
“Your grandfather—how’s he doing?” Ji Shuiyao asked, returning to a safer topic. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
“He’s fine now,” Lu Chen replied. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Originally, the old man needed surgery, but after Lu Chen discovered the powers of the Yin-Yang Jade Pendant, he used a stream of Qi of Life to heal him completely. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
“Which room? Take me to see him.” — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
“Sure, follow me.” Lu Chen led the way down the corridor. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
“I’ll stop by the restroom real quick,” Wang Haoran said, gesturing to Ji Shuiyao before veering off. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Inside the restroom, he pulled out the jade pendant he had just snatched using a skill. The ancient Yin-Yang Jade Pendant sat in his palm, glowing faintly with an aura both serene and unfathomable. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
This thing held a treasure trove of secrets—martial techniques, medicine, profound arts, even cultivation. If he could crack it, it’d be like holding an entire legacy in his hands. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Excited, he began examining it, but after several minutes of fiddling, he still couldn’t make sense of anything. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
“It’s bound to a host already,” he muttered. “No wonder it won’t respond.” — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
He’d seen this kind of setup before. Items with soul-binding properties refused any other master. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
With a sigh, he glanced at the pendant. No point keeping it. If Lu Chen got it back, the kid’s golden path would continue unhindered. Might as well destroy it now. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Lifting the toilet tank lid, he prepared to flush it down the pipes. But the moment he tried, the pendant pulsed violently in his palm. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
A searing pain erupted in his skull. He tried to let go, but his hand was frozen, fused to the pendant like metal welded together. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
【Ding! Residual Will within the jade is launching a mental assault. If not interrupted within 30 seconds, the host will suffer irreversible brain damage.】 — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
【Ding! System detects sufficient Villain Points. Would you like to spend 30,000 points to purchase Mid-Grade Soul Attack Immunity Halo?】 — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Bless his own caution—he still had a reserve of over 90,000 points. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
He didn’t hesitate. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
“Buy it!” — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Instantly, the pain receded. The jade stilled, once again inert in his palm. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
But Wang Haoran wasn’t done. He was still fuming. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Thirty thousand Villain Points gone—poof! Just like that! And what did he get in return? Nothing usable. Just pain and frustration. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
With a dark scowl, he channeled all his internal energy into his fist and smashed the pendant over and over until it cracked into shards. Picking up the fragments, he dumped them into the toilet bowl and flushed. The sound of porcelain pieces vanishing down the pipes brought a grim satisfaction. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
【Ding! Host has destroyed Lu Chen’s Yin-Yang Jade Pendant. Reward: 6,000 Villain Points. Lu Chen’s Protagonist Halo -300. Host’s Villain Halo +300!】 — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
The reward alert rang out, but it wasn’t enough to calm him. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Lu Chen had only integrated 10% of the legacy so far—just the ancient medicine. Without the pendant, there’d be no completing the rest. His Protagonist Halo would stagnate and eventually fall behind. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
Wang Haoran could easily finish him off now and eliminate a threat before it bloomed. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
But that would be letting Lu Chen off too easily. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
He spent thirty thousand points and got back six? The math didn’t balance. Not yet. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
He would make Lu Chen pay every last point of it. — Read on CrimsonScrolls.net (https://crimsonscrolls.net)
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