Having transmigrated to a parallel world, Han Yun found a job earning money by watching videos, unaware that the videos he watched had already been projected into countless worlds.
First video: The three-year promise is fulfilled as we embark on our journey to the Yunlan Sect.
At this moment, the Xiao family of Wutan City, Xiao Yan: Nalan Yanran, don't underestimate a young man's potential!
Nalan Yanran: I'm just taking advantage of your youth and poverty!
The next second, the projection appeared, and Xiao Yan stepped onto the Yunlan Sect, raising his hand to defeat Nalan Yanran.
Upon seeing the video, Nalan Yanran was confused: What does this mean? Karma?
Second video: Tang San becomes the King of Shanghai, wielding a weapon weighing 108,000 jin.
Slime Academy, Tang San: Hahaha, I knew I would be invincible in the future!
But before the smile could freeze, a third video followed. In the video, a boy from Perfect World, who had just drunk beast milk, lifted a 100,000-jin "cauldron" with one hand and excitedly said: "God Liu said that if I lift this cauldron with one hand, I will have reached the half-step Blood-Moving Realm!"
Immediately, the protagonists of all the heavens and myriad worlds were stunned, and Tang San was even more incoherent.
[The description is insufficient; please move on to the next section where you can find everything you want to see!] Chapter 1
"Han Yun, if you drag your feet on this month's rent again, you can pack up your inflatable doll and get the hell out of my house right now!"
*Bang*
The not-so-sturdy wooden door was slammed shut with great force, causing the old house to tremble precariously.
Han Yun wore a smile, rubbing the back of his head as he watched the landlord leave, not daring to show a hint of displeasure on his face.
Only after the landlord was gone did he allow a bitter smile to surface. "Damn, I must be the lamest transmigrator ever."
"Hahaha~"
The bitterness was his alone to understand. Transmigrating to this parallel world, ideas like beating 'Hangzhou Ma' to the punch, beating 'Jack' Ma to the punch, or beating 'Pinduoduo' to the punch were all impossible.
Because he arrived too late!
The timeline he transmigrated into was the same as the one in which he died suddenly. He basically had no 'prophetic' abilities!
Even the 'Tesla' trademark had been registered long ago. The path he had 'fantasized' about before transmigrating was completely blocked.
He had tried his hand at food delivery, and with his forward-looking vision, had made some strategic investments.
But in the end, he lost everything, down to his last penny. He finally realized that achieving 'basic sustenance' already took every ounce of his effort.
Currently, he still owed his landlady 4,500 in rent and had no idea where to get the money.
If he couldn't scrape it together, he'd most likely be thrown out onto the streets and end up freezing to death under a bridge.
"Sigh"
"What should I do?"
Sitting upright on the worn-out sofa, Han Yun propped his chin with his right hand, gazing blankly at the mottled wall, patches of black and white.
A moment later, he took out his phone, his eyes carefully examining the 'text' on the screen.
[Exclusive Foot Spa Male Technician: Monthly income 5000~8000, flexible working hours, holidays off.]
[.]
[Phoenix Song and Dance City Server: Monthly income 5000~30,000, holidays off, many benefits.]
[Requirements: Over 18 years old, hardworking, thick-skinned.]
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[Yellow Rabbit Delivery Rider: Income 6000~10,000, five social insurances and one housing fund, flexible working hours, night shifts available.]
[Requirements: Over 18 years old, hardworking, good health, follows instructions.]
[.]
Looking at the jobs he could currently do, bitterness showed between Han Yun's brows. Besides foot washing, being a male escort, or putting on a fake smile, basically the only option left was food delivery.
In a city like the Demon Capital, without a specialized skill, surviving was indeed tough.
Thinking of this, Han Yun pursed his lips, revealing his dimples, and clicked on 'Yellow Rabbit Delivery,' planning to contact them and take the job for now, looking for a better opportunity later.
Secure basic sustenance first!
Just as Han Yun was about to click, a 'pop-up' suddenly appeared on his phone!
[Super Video Reviewer: Job involves watching Videos, no other tasks required. Work location is flexible, flexible hours.]
[Requirements: Watch Videos for ten hours daily, no location restrictions.]
[Compensation: 100 yuan per hour of Video watched.]
[Bonuses: Additional substantial earnings possible from viewer likes, favorites, and shares.]
Looking at the black 'pop-up' that appeared, Han Yun was stunned. This job looked great!
Watching Videos for 100 yuan an hour, plus extra rewards for viewer likes and favorites... doing the math, this was better than all the current jobs!
Watch ten hours a day, and the income would be over 1,000 yuan!
This deal was completely doable!
"Damn, how could such a good thing fall into my lap? Could it be telecom fraud or something?"
Staring at the phone screen, Han Yun couldn't shake off his doubts for a long time!
This job in front of him was like a pie falling from the sky. Working from home, earning 30,000 a month—this was the dream job for countless corporate slaves!
Such a good job would usually be 'internally' taken care of. How could it leak to the outside?
"But..."
"What do I have left? What am I even?"
"Besides this indestructible kidney of mine, what else is there for them to scam?"
Shaking his head, Han Yun licked his dry lips, his gaze finally settling on the pop-up!
He had nothing, no choice but to work!
Thinking this, Han Yun immediately 'clicked.'
The phone screen returned to the desktop. A black 'music note' app successfully downloaded.
Han Yun clicked to register.
[Name: Han Yun.]
[Location: Dragon Country, Demon Capital.]
[ID Number: 420XXX214.]
[Bank Card Number: 6217XXX1254]
[Current Job Earnings: 0.]
After filling in the basic information, Han Yun carefully checked it. Confirming there were no issues, he completed the submission.
Afterwards, the app went silent.
One minute, ten minutes, fifteen minutes, thirty minutes.
Time passed bit by bit. Han Yun felt increasingly helpless because the interface was still stuck!
"Let's check out this app first."
Helpless, Han Yun clicked 'Back,' entering the main interface.
As soon as he returned to the main interface, his phone's speaker played aloud: "The three-year deadline has arrived. Nalan Yanran, Xiao Yan has come today to challenge you!"
"Xiao Yan, it's you! I, Nalan Yanran, have waited a long time for this moment. Enough talk, let's begin!"
"..."
On the screen, a handsome young man carrying a 'Profound Heavy Ruler' on his back was looking at a girl as beautiful as a Celestial Immortal.
The girl wore a light gauze dress, a Phoenix crown adorned with a pale blue gem. Holding a long sword horizontally, she looked seriously at the young man!
"Holy crap."
"Xiao Yan? Nalan Yanran?"
Looking at the familiar content, Han Yun was stunned. This scene was one of his favorite moments!
Xiao Yan's three-year promise, ascending the Misty Cloud Sect to break off the engagement!
"Ah, this..."
He remembered this world didn't have these novels. He had wanted to read them before but couldn't find them.
Yet, here in this Video, a 'live-action' version had appeared, and it looked so realistic.
The male actor was practically the spitting image of Xiao Yan in his mind!
Han Yun stared mesmerized at the scene on his phone screen. Unconsciously, hours passed one after another.
The phone kept issuing notifications.
[Watched Video for one hour. Compensation earned: 100 yuan.]
[You received one like. Cash value: 1 yuan.]
[Watched Video for one hour. Compensation earned: 100 yuan.]
[You received eighteen likes. Cash value: 18 yuan.]
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Dou Qi Continent, Jia Ma Empire, Wutan City.
Xiao Family residence.
"Hmph, although I know this is asking too much, Yanran is now the Young Sect Master of our Misty Cloud Sect!"
"Breaking off the engagement is only natural!"
Ge Ye's expression was cold. As an Elder of the Misty Cloud Sect, he was an honored guest wherever he went. For a small Xiao Family to dare give him attitude when he personally visited!
Breaking off the engagement was giving the Xiao Family face. Since they didn't want it, then it wouldn't be given!
*Crack.*
Xiao Zhan ground his teeth, crushing the teacup in his hand. His eyes, fixed on Ge Ye, were bloodshot. Although his Xiao Family wasn't a renowned noble clan, they still had status and reputation in Wutan City.
The other party came to break off the engagement, and with such fanfare, clearly showing no respect for their face. And...
"You!" Xiao Zhan began angrily.
"Father, let this matter rest."
Just as Xiao Zhan's words reached halfway, a handsome young man in the corner slowly stood up. He looked indifferently at the Misty Cloud Sect group, his gaze finally settling on Nalan Yanran.
"Nalan Yanran, remember this. Today, it's not you breaking off the engagement, but I, Xiao Yan, divorcing you!"
"Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river. Never look down on youth in poverty!"
With that, Xiao Yan picked up paper and brush, throwing a letter of divorce straight at Nalan Yanran.
"You... what did you say?"
Xiao Yan's words made Nalan Yanran's eyes widen not far away, a flash of anger gleaming in her exquisitely beautiful eyes.
As the proud Genius of the Misty Cloud Sect, when had she ever suffered such humiliation?
"Impudent!"
Ge Ye roared. He was Nalan Yanran's Protector. If she was humiliated here by Xiao Yan, wouldn't the reputation of their Misty Cloud Sect's Young Sect Master be completely ruined?
"Since you don't want to annul the engagement, then I will give you a chance."
"Xiao Yan, didn't you consider yourself a Genius? I'll give you three years. Three years from now, come to the Misty Cloud Sect. If you defeat me, I will become your servant. If you lose..."
"Then we will annul the engagement in public!"
Looking at the roaring Ge Ye, Nalan Yanran calmed down. She walked in front of the old man and stared unblinkingly at Xiao Yan with her beautiful eyes, waiting for his reply!
"Fine, it's a deal! Three years from now, Xiao Yan will definitely go to the Misty Cloud Sect to seek an explanation!"
Xiao Yan nodded slightly, his expression remaining cold.
...
...
Right after both parties finalized the agreement, a bizarre scene occurred: a Projection suddenly surfaced on the empty roof of the main hall.
Following that came a young man's cold voice: "The three-year period has arrived. Nalan Yanran, Xiao Yan is here today to challenge you!"
"Xiao Yan, it's you! I, Nalan Yanran, have waited for this moment for a long time. Enough nonsense, let's begin!"
On the screen, a handsome young man carrying a Profound Heavy Ruler on his back was looking at a girl as beautiful as a Celestial Immortal.
The girl wore a clear gauze gown with a light blue gem embedded in her phoenix crown. She held her long sword horizontally, looking at the man with a serious expression!
...
...
"Holy crap?"
"Ah, this?"
"Hmm? What is this?"
Inside the Xiao Family hall, everyone was dumbfounded. Looking at the two people on the screen, they were instantly rendered speechless!
They...
...didn't know what to say!
The two people in the Video looked extremely familiar. It was clearly Xiao Yan, who had shed his childishness, and Nalan Yanran, who had grown up and become even more charming.
The two were in a standoff...
For a moment, everyone remained silent, quietly watching the subsequent development.
In the Video, the two exchanged moves back and forth, but Xiao Yan clearly had the upper hand. After just a few rounds, Nalan Yanran was defeated.
"Holy crap?"
Ge Ye was dumbfounded, his eyes wide and his neck stretched long like an ostrich. He couldn't believe the scene in the Video.
But...
That background was too familiar. It was the Misty Cloud Sect, the place where he had stayed for decades. How could he possibly be mistaken?
Then, what on earth did the content of this Video mean?!
Was Nalan Yanran utterly crushed by Xiao Yan three years later? Beaten until she was bleeding profusely, without any power to fight back?
Just as dumbfounded as him was Nalan Yanran. She stared blankly as "she" lost and was subdued by Xiao Yan in just a few moves, her expression as uncomfortable as if she had swallowed something revolting.
Did the man she looked down upon return as a king three years later and trample her underfoot?
"Impossible, absolutely impossible!"
"I am Nalan Yanran, I am the prodigy of the Misty Cloud Sect, I cannot lose!"
"This'scene' must be fake! Xiao Yan, you must be playing tricks!"
Nalan Yanran muttered to herself, repeating these words incessantly like she was losing her mind.
Even though she said that, she knew everything in front of her was real. Xiao Yan could not have been to the Misty Cloud Sect, no one knew they came to annul the marriage today, and no one could have known about the Three-Year Agreement in advance!
Then, did she really lose three years later?
Meanwhile, Xiao Yan looked blankly at the Projection. This scene had left him completely baffled too!
The fight hadn't even started yet, and he already won? How did he win? Why wasn't there any sense of immersion at all?
Did he really win it himself?
"Yan'er, is this you?"
Not far away, Xiao Zhan looked at Xiao Yan in shock. He felt utterly astonished by the scene in the Projection.
Hadn't the Three-Year Agreement just been established? How was the fight in the Projection already finished?
His son had even crushed her with an absolute advantage, as if the two were not even on the same level!
"I... I don't know!"
Xiao Yan shook his head. How could he know!
But what was certain was that the person in the Video was definitely himself. He just didn't know who had used such powerful Divine Power to project future scenes into the present for them to see.
Moreover, this Mysterious Person seemed to have done it deliberately, waiting specifically for the Three-Year Agreement to be established before taking action!
"No matter which Senior it is, Xiao Yan will remember this favor in his heart."
Xiao Yan swore to himself that if he had the chance, he would definitely repay that Mysterious Person!
At this moment, silence reigned inside the Xiao Family hall. The visitors from the Misty Cloud Sect could no longer hold it together!
Having acted tyrannically in the Jia Ma Empire for so many years, it was the first time they felt so embarrassed—so cringe-worthy that their toes could dig out a three-bedroom apartment!
Right after making a wager, instant retribution inexplicably came...
...slapped in the face on the spot, without needing to wait another three years!
"Yanran..."
Ge Ye walked over to Nalan Yanran's side and whispered, looking at the marriage contract on the ground. He regretted making that Three-Year Agreement now!
If she really lost then, it would be the Misty Cloud Sect's reputation at stake!
"I..."
"I..."
"I..."
Nalan Yanran looked as if she had swallowed something revolting, stammering for a long time without being able to utter a single word.
The scene before her had indeed exceeded her imagination. She hadn't expected to truly lose to Xiao Yan in the future!
And to end it in such a miserable defeat!
"Hmph, these are all just tricks to mislead people! The three-year period still stands!"
"Xiao Yan, thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river! The outcome is not yet decided; both you and I are dark horses!"
"I won't necessarily lose, and you won't necessarily win!"
"Three years from today, I will await your arrival at the Misty Cloud Sect!"
After a moment of silence, Nalan Yanran spoke stubborn words!
The situation on the screen would mostly happen in the future, which meant everything still had a chance to be turned around!
As the Young Master of the Misty Cloud Sect and a future top Powerhouse of the Jia Ma Empire, she refused to let things end like this!
The future is in one's own hands.
"Hmph, three years later, I will definitely come!"
Xiao Yan snorted softly, accepting Nalan Yanran's stubbornness, but he was very curious in his heart.
Right now he was already a useless person. How could he catch up to Nalan Yanran's footsteps in just three short years and finally defeat her?
And just as Xiao Yan was pondering these questions, the simple and ancient ring on his hand suddenly flashed.
A strand of Mental Power entered his mind: "Interesting, interesting."
"I felt my own presence from the image. It seems everything leaves a trace!"
"Young friend, this old man is Yao Chen."
Nine Heavens and Ten Earths, Eight Regions Cage, Shi Kingdom Imperial Palace.
Inside the majestic imperial palace, Stone Emperor sat high upon his throne, his cold gaze sweeping over the crowd below.
"'Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river; never bully a poor youth!' What a line!"
"He actually managed to step onto Misty Cloud Sect!"
"So full of passion and blood! Truly a role model for our generation!"
"Marquis Huang Tian, Marquis Wushuang, what do you two think of this Xiao Yan?"
Watching the Video, Stone Emperor had witnessed Xiao Yan go from the "Three-Year Agreement" to stepping onto Misty Cloud Sect. Over the past few hours of the Video, he had seen Xiao Yan rise from the dust to blossom into glory, filling him with admiration.
As he spoke, he looked toward Shi Hao and Shi Yi below.
"Your Majesty, although I do not know what kind of divine being left this Projection, it is indeed magnificent. This person named Xiao Yan has a life ambition worthy of admiration."
Shi Yi did not hold back his praise. After carefully watching the battle between Xiao Yan and Nalan Yanran, his heavy double pupils flickered continuously.
"Indeed, going from a Genius to a ruined person, and then rising from ruin to become a Genius once more, finding his true self!"
"This scene is quite similar to my own experience."
"Would you not agree, Brother Shi Yi?"
Shi Hao nodded slightly, his cold eyes fixed on Shi Yi a short distance away.
As if recalling something, the corners of his mouth curved up to reveal his tiger teeth as he continued, "My Supreme Bone, are you using it comfortably?"
Shi Hao's words caught everyone present off guard; this sudden confrontation caught them completely unprepared.
Were they not talking about Xiao Yan? How did the conversation suddenly shift to Shi Yi?!
Although everyone knew the two brothers did not get along, no one expected such a deep grievance!
Supreme Bone—the elder brother dug out the younger brother's Supreme Bone for his own use!
Did you... not already possess heavy double pupils?
Countless questions filled everyone's minds, but none dared to speak up. After all, both were marquises of the current court—one Wushuang, the other Marquis Huang Tian!
Just their titles alone were not something ordinary people could afford to provoke!
Even Stone Emperor was extremely embarrassed at this moment. Helplessly shaking his head, he tried to smooth things over, saying, "Let's watch the Video, let's watch the Video!"
"It seems this Video can be liked. Let us give a like to support that mysterious existence."
Tiannan Continent, Yellow Maple Valley.
The Herb Garden.
"Showing off one's sharpness so openly... If he wanted to avenge such humiliation, he could have bided his time in secret and struck with a lethal blow when the opportunity arose."
"Acting like this may feel satisfying, but it creates far too many future troubles."
An ordinary-looking man was watering the herb garden while diluting a liquid with a small green bottle. He only stopped when droplets of crystal-clear green liquid were fully prepared.
At the same time, his eyes occasionally glanced up at the Projection that had suddenly appeared in the sky.
Han Li narrowed his eyes as he watched the man in the Video shout "never bully a poor youth!"
Although this action was passionate and hot-blooded, he disapproved. Even though the Video did not explicitly state the details,
he could feel that the so-called "Misty Cloud Sect" was far stronger than Xiao Yan's Clan!
When the enemy is stronger than oneself, one must either swallow the insult or bide one's time.
Doing things like this was not his Dao!
Douluo Continent, Shrek Academy Playground.
Many students were looking up at the Projection that had suddenly appeared in the sky, their faces filled with excitement.
"Xiao Yan is way too cool! 'Never bully a poor youth'—and he really marched right up to Misty Cloud Sect?"
"Right? If my boyfriend were half as cool as him, I could die with no regrets!"
"Hee-hee, I actually envy him for having Xun'er. That girl is so sweet and obedient."
"..."
The students chimed in one after another, thoroughly satisfied with Xiao Yan's performance in the Video.
The boys, in particular, found Xiao Yan's experience deeply relatable. The moment he stepped onto Misty Cloud Sect and fulfilled his three-year deadline, they felt an absolute rush of euphoria.
"Third Brother, isn't this Xiao Yan way too cool?"
In a nearby corner where the Shrek Seven Devils gathered, Xiao Wu looked at the Projection and then at Tang San, speaking excitedly!
"Hmph, what's so cool about him?"
"That so-called One-Star Dou Grandmaster is nothing more than a local weakling in my eyes!"
"If he were truly so exceptional back then, why would Nalan Yanran come to his door to break off the engagement?"
"And suffer humiliation for nothing?"
"He should reflect more on his own shortcomings!"
Hearing Xiao Wu's words, Tang San snorted coldly. In his view, Xiao Yan's achievements were mediocre at best. If he had been in that situation, he would have done far better and far more brilliantly!
As the most talented disciple of the Tang Sect, he was supremely confident in himself.
Moreover, he had long regarded Xiao Wu as his exclusive possession, so he would not allow her to praise any other man.
Not even a man in a Projection!
"Got it~"
Facing Tang San's overbearing attitude, Xiao Wu playfully stuck out her tongue and said no more, turning her crimson eyes back to the Projection.
She felt immensely curious about what would happen next.
Big Dipper Starfield, Taixuan Sect, Zhuo Peak.
Amidst lush green grass and delicate flower fragrance, a man and a woman sat on the lawn, leisurely looking up at the Projection in the sky.
"Ye Fan, look at him! 'Never bully a poor youth!'"
"Look at you! yours truly gets beaten up following you around every day, and I'm the Little Moon of the Ji Family!"
"Are you even listening to me, Ye Fan!"
Ji Ziyue puffed out her cheeks, looking with disdain at the handsome man beside her. Seeing that he remained unmoved, she rolled her eyes at him.
Ye Fan remained silent, looking at the Projection in the sky with a contemplative expression.
Not long ago, he had been forced into the Desolate Ancient Forbidden Land to gather herbs by forces from three major factions, and then tricked into the Demon Race's territory by Duan De, an unscrupulous Taoist priest he had met while hunting for treasures in the Demon Emperor's Tomb.
After maneuvering through various hardships, he met Ji Ziyue and finally came here to settle down.
Shortly after, a fathomless Projection appeared in the sky, which gave him quite a start when he first saw it.
Holy crap, a projector?
High tech?
As a genuine person from Earth, he was different from these hillbillies; he was the type who had seen the world.
"Still, this Xiao Yan really has perseverance. Although he keeps encountering lucky opportunities, his character is beyond reproach!"
After a moment, Ye Fan also let out a sigh of admiration, fully approving of Xiao Yan's actions.
Understanding exists between men—a plate of fried rice, a nod, or an offhand display of loyalty and brotherhood.
in the snow, Northern Liang, Tingchao Pavilion.
Over the rippling turquoise waters, in an elegant pavilion at the center of the lake, Jiang Ni was pouring tea.
Nearby, Xu Fengnian leaned back against a wooden chair with his eyes half-closed, admiring the Projection in the sky with great interest.
"How invigorating! How invigorating!"
"A man's ambition roams the eight directions. Xiao Yan's conduct is truly an exemplar for our generation."
"The movement of heaven is full of power; thus, a gentleman constantly strives for self-improvement!"
As Xu Fengnian spoke, he took a small sip from his teacup, looking immensely relaxed and comfortable.
"Jiang Ni, give a reward."
Pointing at the "tipping button" below the Video, Xu Fengnian drained his teacup in one gulp.
"Yes."
[For watching the Video, you received a tip of ten pieces of gold from "Xu Fengnian", automatically converted to cash: 8,641 yuan.]
[For watching the Video, you received a tip of ten "Refined Coins" from "Shi Hao", automatically converted to cash: 10,000 yuan.]
[...]
[You received 8,147 likes, automatically converted to cash: 8,147 yuan.]
[For watching Videos for ten hours, you received: 1,000 yuan.]
[Current withdrawable amount: 48,141 yuan.]
"Holy crap?"
"Xu Fengnian? Shi Hao? Xiao Yan?"
"Did they drink too much Leibi? Why are they so chuunibyou?"
"Still, these 'tycoons' are genuinely generous..."
"Forty-eight thousand yuan... isn't this money coming way too easily? Could there be some kind of conspiracy?"
Han Yun was utterly dumbfounded. Just watching ten hours of Videos had netted him such a massive payout!
The tips from those few "chuunibyou" folks alone were already an astronomical amount, and adding everything else together, it actually came out to nearly fifty thousand yuan.
This was equivalent to half a year's income for an average well-off family.
Even after so much time had passed since his Transmigration, he hadn't even managed to save up fifty thousand yuan, and he still owed several thousand yuan on "Huabei".
It inevitably made him suspect that someone might be plotting against him, but after pondering it over and over, Han Yun still felt there was no danger.
He was already this dirt-poor; what could possibly be more terrifying than being poor?
Withdraw!
"Ding, WeChat received '48,141 yuan.'"
Heavenly.
Han Yun had never felt this great in his entire life—it was absolute bliss!
"Earning forty thousand in one day means over a million in a month. I'll stick it out for two months and buy an apartment first, so I won't have to deal with moving around all the time!"
After drifting from place to place over the years without a home to call his own, Han Yun had long wished to own a house and renovate it into exactly what he liked.
Now that he had a way to make money, he was definitely going to fulfill his dream!
Taking out his phone, Han Yun directly transferred "4,500 yuan" to his landlord.
[Landlord: What the hell? Where did you get so much money in just a few hours?]
[You didn't break the law, did you?]
[Han Yun: Just take your money. Why ask so many questions?]
Putting down his phone, Han Yun felt completely elated and vindicated!
Ignoring the landlord, he also grew vigilant. This moneymaking method absolutely could not be revealed to anyone.
Just like eating crab, only the first person to take a bite gets the finest taste!
He drifted off into a deep sleep.
Dou Qi Continent, Wutan City, Xiao Family backyard.
Xiao Yan sat cross-legged beside the dry well, focusing his mind in deep meditation. Only after a long while did he open his eyes, looking at the soul body beside him and saying, "Teacher, that Projection is so marvelous. It's truly disappointing that we haven't been able to continue observing it these past few days."
Several days had passed since he last watched a Video, leaving him feeling somewhat empty inside.
However, under Yao Chen's guidance, his strength had advanced by leaps and bounds during this time, having already reached the seventh-dan of Dou Zhi Qi—truly astonishing progress.
"Since Senior stepped in to help resolve your predicament, remember to cultivation diligently and repay that mysterious Senior in the future."
"As for the Projection, just wait and see how things develop."
Yao Chen stroked his pale beard and looked at Xiao Yan with affectionate eyes. From the Videos a few days ago, he could sense that this student's character was countless times more upright than "Han Feng's".
He was an exceptionally fine prospect; this time, he wouldn't misjudge someone again!
"Understood. Then I..." Xiao Yan nodded in reply. But right as he spoke, a rectangular Projection suddenly appeared across the cloudless azure sky, its contents crystal clear.
On the screen, a middle-aged man was being besieged, with the attackers mostly wielding plum blossom darts, daggers, and the like!
"Tang San, sneaking into the Inner Sect to secretly learn Inner Sect Martial Arts is an unforgivable crime! No matter what, today is the day of your death!"
"Elders, I, Tang San, swear to heaven that even though I secretly learned Inner Sect Martial Arts, I have never divulged them to anyone outside! I have been in the Tang Sect for so many years, do you still not trust me?"
"Glib-tongued deceit! Die!"
"—"
After this tense exchange, Tang San was driven off the cliff by several people.
The scene shifted, and Tang San arrived at a place called Holy Spirit Village, beginning his long journey.
Born with twin Martial Souls, apprenticing under Yu Xiaogang, meeting Xiao Wu, arriving at Shrek Academy, forming the Shrek Seven Devils...
"—"
"—"
After shining brilliantly in the Star Dou Great Forest, he took part in the Seagod Nine Trials.
Then, leading Soul Beasts, he launched a grand showdown against Spirit Hall.
"—"
Time flew by, and in just a few hours, the "first half" of Tang San's life was thoroughly summarized.
"—"
Watching the Video, Xiao Yan's expression turned somewhat peculiar: "Teacher, why do I feel like there's something off about this Tang San..."
"Yu Xiaogang treated him so well, yet he just completely disregarded him?"
"And that Dai Mubai—at first, he called him Boss Dai with the utmost deference, but once he grew stronger, his arrogant attitude made it feel like they weren't even the same person!"
Beside him, Yao Chen wore the same expression. Looking at the "graceful and handsome" Tang San in the Video, a hint of disdain surfaced deep in his eyes.
Only when he turned his gaze back to Xiao Yan did a warm smile reappear.
In his view, Xiao Yan and Tang San's characters were on completely different levels.
"Ahem, Xiao Yanzi, don't you go learning from that brat."
Thinking of this, Yao Chen smiled bitterly. What if Xiao Yan picked up bad habits from Tang San?
Tang San's nature, in his eyes, was identical to Han Feng's, if not even worse.
When it came to double standards, Han Feng couldn't even match this Tang San!
"Please rest assured, Teacher. Xiao Yan certainly will not."
Xiao Yan nodded, then looked up at the Video in the sky, shaking his head helplessly.
He felt utter disdain toward Tang San's actions. A real man in this world ought to repay kindness and avenge grudges.
Rather than sacrificing others for himself and being thoroughly selfish, all while putting on a righteous facade in hopes of gaining everyone's adoration!
in the snow, Northern Liang, Tingchao Pavilion.
It happened to be the eighth day of the ninth month in autumn. Xu Fengnian, clad in white robes, strolled leisurely through the small pavilion, his gaze glancing toward the Projection in the sky from time to time.
A trace of disdain flitted past the corners of his eyes.
"Young Master, comparing people really infuriates you to death! That Xiao Yan we saw three days ago had so much manly spirit!"
"As for this Tang San, Xiao Wu made a Sacrifice of herself for him, yet he kept right on using skills that depleted Xiao Wu's Soul Power!"
"Invincible Golden Body after Invincible Golden Body—was he terrified that Xiao Wu wouldn't die fast enough?"
"My goodness..."
Beside Xu Fengnian, Jiang Ni puffed up her cheeks in indignation, swollen enough that an egg could fit inside!
She was truly at a loss for words!
As a girl, she understood Xiao Wu's thoughts all too well, and she was profoundly moved by how Xiao Wu dedicated herself for the one she loved.
Yet she was utterly incensed by Tang San's behavior!
"Ridiculous. As a member of the Human Race, he colluded with Soul Beasts to destroy Spirit Hall, the greatest faction of the Human Race."
"Claiming to liberate the world under high-minded pretenses, when it was all just for his own selfish desires?"
"Deceiving the ignorant masses—what an audacious sleight of hand!"
A moment later, Xu Fengnian spoke slowly. Having just finished watching Tang San's life, he was left unable to let it go Jiu Jiu.
He truly had not expected that someone could stoop to such a degree
Nine Heavens and Ten Earths, Eight Regions Cage.
Shi Kingdom Imperial Palace.
Golden candlelight radiated majesty. Beneath rows of jade pillars carved with coiled dragons stood rows of civil and military officials.
"Bang!"
"Ignorant fool! Absolute scum!"
The Stone Emperor flew into a rage as he stared at the Projection in the distance. He never, ever expected that someone could be so shamelessly despicable!
"Your Majesty, please calm your anger."
"Your Majesty, please calm your anger."
"...":
Below, the ministers bowed one after another.
Though they were offering words of comfort, anyone with eyes could see that their own expressions were quite grim.
"Hmph! This Tang San is ruthless, heartless, and narrow-minded. Dugu Bo was good to him time and time again, but what did he get in return?"
"He exploited his granddaughter, stole his medicinal garden, and in the end nearly cost him his life..."
"His crimes are unpardonable!"
The Stone Emperor spoke once more.
Watching Tang San's life story had brought him such visual and mental disgust that it made him feel utterly sick.
It was like swallowing a fly.
Halfway through, he was already waiting—waiting for someone godly, heroic, and righteous to come along and crush Tang San to death.
And yet...
In the end, this bastard actually achieved godhood!
Had he not been powerful enough to have ignited his divine flame, he might have spat out a mouthful of blood right then and there.
"Colluding with an Alien Race and slaughtering the Human Race's Spirit Hall—on this charge alone, endless Karma is something he can never escape."
"If I ever encounter this person, I will kill him without fail."
On the lower right, Shi Hao, with sharp eyebrows and star-like eyes, looked at Tang San pretending to be a gentle gentleman, feeling utter disgust.
A real man should be full of hot blood and passion, not engaging in intrigue and scheme!
Compared to Xiao Yan, whom he had seen a month ago, Tang San was practically the definition of trash in his eyes.
Colluding with an Alien Race to harm the Human Race is something Shi Hao would never do in his entire life—he would rather be ground to dust and pierced by ten thousand arrows!
"One hundred and eight thousand jin? What is there to be proud of?"
"When I was in the Blood-Moving Realm, I could lift a rock weighing one hundred and eight thousand jin with a single hand."
"Who would have thought that a mere ordinary sea god halberd would make Tang San so wild with joy?"
"It seems this man's vision is nothing more than this—like a frog in a well, a bird in a cage, destined never to achieve anything great."
On the left, Shi Yi's dual pupils gleamed brightly, agreeing with Shi Hao for a rare moment.
In his eyes, although he had once stolen Shi Hao's 'bone', he had never denied or tried to hide it.
Telling the whole world: Yes, I stole my younger brother's bone!
So what?
With his heart set on the Dao, his goal was to climb to the supreme peak; before that, everything else was expendable!
However, Shi Yi utterly detested Tang San's double standards—committing foul deeds while trying to cover them up. If not for the Projection exposing his crimes, the whole world would still be kept in the dark!
Furthermore, he sneered at Tang San's ultimate strength.
Making it sound so impressive—what 'one hundred and eight thousand jin'? He had far exceeded that strength when he was only seven years old.
"Half-step Blood-Moving Realm."
Shi Hao added, his eyes full of disdain. He had overlooked this point earlier, but once Shi Yi mentioned it, he finally noticed Tang San's 'Cultivation Realm'!
Seeming to recall something, he continued, "I really envy their Minor Thousand World—where a half-step Blood-Moving Realm is already the strongest."
The duo's commentary made the entire room burst out laughing. Even the previously furious Stone Emperor narrowed his eyes and doubled over with laughter.
mortal, Tiannan, Yellow Maple Valley.
White cranes singing in flight, young deer galloping swiftly; Han Li sat lazily on an old locust tree, watching the fast-advancing Projection in the sky.
"I, Han, have lived my life honorably and uprightly, unlike this hypocritical man who can't cover both ends..."
"Despicable, shameless, vulgar."
"This Tang San is so clumsy; why did that mysterious expert bother summarizing Tang San's life story?!"
"Wasting time and effort—what on earth is the purpose?"
Han Yun felt a bit dumbfounded. Although he had a calm and indifferent temperament, watching Xiao Yan's Video two months ago still made his blood boil.
But watching Tang San's Video today... he felt utterly disgusted.
It felt as if that mysterious expert had forcibly stuffed a pile of feces into his mouth, filling him with an inexplicable revulsion.
Swallowed Star, Xia Country, Yi'an District.
Cracks ran across the skyscrapers, and fallen stone fragments lay ignored on the ground.
Yet alongside the ruins were unusually high-tech elements.
Inside a manor.
"Luo Feng, you won't treat me like this in the future, will you?"
"Xiao Wu is way too pitiful, being used by someone like Tang San!"
"Talking about love and affection, yet turning around to make his lover Sacrifice herself and devour her Spirit Ring..."
"What's most disgusting is that he kept shouting 'Invincible Golden Body, Invincible Golden Body.' Good grief, Tang San won't die, while poor Xiao Wu was brainwashed all along!"
Xu Xin silently watched the Projection in the sky, her mood growing increasingly upset and unsettled.
Women inherently lack a sense of security.
Seeing Tang San mistreat Xiao Wu so terribly with her own eyes, an indescribable rage welled up in her heart.
She had never seen such a person before—betraying his master, his lover, and his friends all for his own selfish desires. In their world, someone like this would be guilty of unforgivable crimes!
Xu Xin felt a sudden fear that Luo Feng might become like this too.
"Huh?"
Luo Feng was bewildered, completely unsure how to answer Xu Xin's question.
After an awkward moment, he said calmly, "Of course not. Don't you know what kind of person I am?"
"Right."
Xu Xin smiled with eyes narrowed into crescents, her face turning slightly red as she said, "I'm sorry, I... I got too worked up!"
She realized she really had gotten overly agitated due to Tang San. Luo Feng was so wonderful—after making it big, he lavished care on his younger brother and his family, giving them everything he possibly could.
For her sake, he wouldn't hesitate to make an enemy of the whole world. He was undeniably the perfect husband.
"It's okay. It's normal for you to be upset; let alone you, even I feel like throwing up."
"He's even more disgusting than those Combat Beasts!"
"Just imagine, if someone colluded with Combat Beasts to destroy the 'Jidao Martial Arts Hall', what kind of evil would that be?"
"Where would the Human Race go from there?!"
"This man is a sinner."
After a few seconds of silence, Luo Feng began analyzing Tang San step by step. When he reached the point where Tang San colluded with an Alien Race to destroy Spirit Hall, he could no longer hold back!
Putting himself in those shoes, if someone colluded with Combat Beasts to destroy their Jidao Martial Arts Hall, the Human Race would truly be finished!
"What..."
Xu Xin's eyes widened in shock, her beautiful eyes showing a wave of astonishment. She understood right from wrong clear as day.
If the Jidao Martial Arts Hall was gone, the Human Race would be finished too!
Douluo Continent, Shrek Academy.
Playground.
A sea of people chattered incessantly, their noisy voices echoing throughout the area.
In a corner, a middle-aged man watched the scene before him in shock, grinding his silver teeth loudly.
"I... I, Yu Xiaogang, sacrificed so much, only to end up with this result..."
"Hahaha, hahahaha, hahahahaha!"
"Tang San, I was blind! I, Yu Xiaogang, was utterly blind!"