Villain System: Stealing the Protagonist's Harem and Luck

Chapter 115: Taking Care of Sister-in-Law is Another Matter; Preparing to Watch a Good Show

Inside the pavilion, divine light flickered gently, illuminating a scene of warm camaraderie.

Bai Lie drained another cup of wine, his face flushed with excitement and pride.

“I’m having Yin Mei come directly to find me,” he announced to his friends. “I trust you all have no objections?”

“Brother Bai Lie, what are you saying?” The young prodigies hurriedly shook their heads, their faces full of ingratiating smiles. “How could we object?”

“We have long heard of the Nine-Life Heavenly Maiden. Her beauty is peerless, and her character is noble. Brother Bai Lie is truly fortunate!”

“Indeed! We heard she stood up to Gu Changge at the Myriad Dao Banquet to protect you. Such loyalty is rare in this world. She is a perfect match for you!”

The flattery washed over Bai Lie, soothing the sting of his earlier humiliation. Although Yin Mei had kept a respectful distance during their previous meetings, her actions at the banquet—and her initiative to contact him today—convinced him that their relationship was warming up.

Perhaps tonight, he could finally bridge that distance.

Thinking of this, Bai Lie’s smile deepened.

Sitting across from him was Ye Ling. Dressed in black, with ordinary features but an aura of unshakable confidence, he stood out even among the fawning crowd.

“Brother Bai Lie,” Ye Ling said, noticing the shadow in his friend’s eyes when Gu Changge was mentioned. “Why care so much about that Gu Changge? He is merely half a step ahead. When you break through to the Mid-Stage Conferred King Realm, what is there to fear?”

Bai Lie laughed heartily. “As expected, my worthy brother understands me! I think the same. My White Tiger Clan’s offensive power is unrivaled. Once I break through, I will make him regret his arrogance!”

He slammed his cup down, his confidence restored.

“By the way,” Bai Lie frowned, looking at Ye Ling. “Why do you have such a grudge against him? I heard you declared you would challenge him.”

“It’s not that I doubt you,” he added quickly. “I’ve seen you defeat Ye Langtian. But Gu Changge is… different.”

Ye Ling chuckled, his eyes flashing with a cold light.

“Brother Bai Lie, you may not know this. Gu Changge is your enemy, so he is naturally my enemy. Besides… you know about his fiancée, right?”

“Yue Mingkong?” Bai Lie’s eyes lit up. “The Fourth Princess of the Unrivaled Celestial Dynasty? A peerless beauty! Wait… don’t tell me you have designs on her?”

The other young men leaned in, eager for gossip.

Ye Ling touched the black pendant on his neck, remembering the ambush in Blackstone Ancient City.

“For some reason, that woman tried to kill me,” he said, his voice dropping to a dangerous whisper. “I barely escaped with my life. I won’t let that go. As for Gu Changge… he’s just part of the reckoning!”

He didn’t mention his desire to conquer her. But the implication was clear. He wanted revenge, and perhaps, something more.

Bai Lie laughed, shaking his head. “My brother, you truly have guts! To target the Unrivaled Princess… I admire you!”

The group erupted in laughter, toasting to Ye Ling’s audacity.

Ye Ling smiled, but his eyes were cold. Just wait. Once I master the Ancient Heavenly Venerate’s inheritance, I will trample all of you.

As for Yin Mei… well, if Brother Bai Lie wasn’t around, taking care of his sister-in-law would be his duty, wouldn’t it?

Outside the Ancient City.

A plain, unassuming carriage rolled through the gates. The driver was an old man in black, his aura completely restrained.

Inside, Gu Changge and Yue Mingkong sat facing each other.

The atmosphere was quiet, filled with the scent of sandalwood and old wine.

Yue Mingkong looked at Gu Changge. Stripped of his usual sneer, his face was tranquil under the moonlight, looking like a banished immortal.

If only this were his true face, she thought wistfully.

She knew what he was planning. Bai Lie was Ye Ling’s sworn brother. Gu Changge was going to use Bai Lie to frame Ye Ling for the Forbidden Demonic Art. It was a vicious, brilliant plan.

“Elder Ming,” Gu Changge said lazily, breaking the silence. “Find a quiet mansion. Tonight, I’m going to watch a good show.”

“Understood, Young Master.”

The carriage turned down a quiet street.

Gu Changge opened his system interface. He hadn’t checked it in a while.

Owner: Gu Changge

Halo: Destiny Villain

Cultivation: Mid-Stage Conferred King Realm

Destiny Points: 12,000

Luck Points: 2,500 (Black)

His Luck Points had grown significantly, fed by the steady harvest from his various plots.

“Time for an upgrade,” he mused.

Although the Swallowing Immortal Demon Art was faster, adding points was safer and instantly stabilized his foundation. He needed to maintain his public cultivation level to keep up appearances.

“System. Add points.”

Hum!

A cool sensation washed over him. His cells vibrated, evolving instantly. The Daootian Immortal Scripture surged to 90% of the Eighth Layer.

Late-Stage Conferred King Realm.

Across from him, Yue Mingkong’s eyes widened slightly.

He broke through? Just like that?

She had always wondered how he managed his cultivation so flawlessly. In her past life, she had never realized he was hiding his true strength until the very end. Even now, as a regressor with the Late-Stage Conferred King Realm herself, she felt a chill.

If he wanted to… could he break through to the God King Realm right now?

She fell silent, realizing once again the terrifying depth of the man sitting across from her.

Gu Changge opened his eyes, a faint smile playing on his lips.

The stage was set. The actors were in place.

It was time for the show to begin.