Villain: Manipulating the Heroines into hating the Protagonist

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Villain: Manipulating the Heroines into hating the Protagonist• Chapter 185

Wang Jian was well aware that the narrative he was weaving for Stella contained several inconsistencies, and it was only a matter of time before she uncovered the truth. This newfound trust would serve as a foundation upon which he could manipulate the situation to align with his claimed words, thereby perpetuating the illusion of truth in Stella's eyes. Leveraging her exceptional illusionary prowess, Bixi Shuyan skillfully deceived the Demon Kings, manipulating their perceptions to provoke powe...

Wang Jian was well aware that the narrative he was weaving for Stella contained several inconsistencies, and it was only a matter of time before she uncovered the truth.

Nevertheless, he believed that this calculated approach was preferable to inaction.

Furthermore, by presenting his fabricated account, he had effectively bought himself some valuable time and managed to establish a sense of trust with Stella.

This newfound trust would serve as a foundation upon which he could manipulate the situation to align with his claimed words, thereby perpetuating the illusion of truth in Stella's eyes.

Wang Jian's tone was grave as he conveyed his suggestion, "I understand your desire to rescue your comrades currently with Ye Chen, but it will prove exceedingly challenging.

Our focus should be on escaping this camp before the remaining demon forces converge upon us.

"He continued, "I will personally confront and defeat the two formidable demons currently engaged in battle with my faction.

Meanwhile, you should gather your subordinates and lead them out of this forest.

Lady Zhuoran will accompany you, providing assistance along the way.

"Stella reluctantly acknowledged the soundness of his words and nodded, her expression somber.

It pained her to temporarily forsake her beast comrades who were with Ye Chen, but she recognized the perilous outcome that could arise from hasty rescue attempts.

As the Butterfly Spirit Queen, the responsibility for ensuring the survival of everyone weighed heavily upon her shoulders.

With a determined resolve, she stated, "I will guide my comrades towards the seal, where we shall rendezvous.

"Deep down, Stella couldn't shake off the unease that enveloped her.

The thought of temporarily leaving behind her loyal beast comrades unsettled her, but she knew that preserving their lives necessitated caution and strategic planning.

Observing the distress on Stella's face, Wang Jian's voice softened as he spoke, "If we act swiftly, we can reach there in time.

"With a final nod of determination, Stella moved from her position and took charge, issuing commands to her comrades, ensuring they were prepared to depart from the area promptly.

Meanwhile, Wang Jian approached Lady Zhuoran and engaged in a hushed conversation, his eyes filled with a soft intensity.

"Do you understand the reasons why I entrusted you with her?

" he asked in a low tone.

"To keep a watchful eye on Stella," Lady Zhuoran responded calmly, her gaze steady.

Wang Jian rolled his eyes in mock exasperation.

"That's merely one aspect," he replied.

"Your other task is to maintain an amicable rapport with her, speaking positively about me.

"Lady Zhuoran maintained her composure as she inquired, "And what do I gain from fulfilling this task?

"Wang Jian raised an eyebrow, a sly smile playing at his lips.

"So, you wish to negotiate with me?

" he quipped.

With unwavering calmness, Lady Zhuoran replied, "Yes, I believe I deserve some form of incentive for aiding you.

"A devious chuckle escaped Wang Jian's lips as he contemplated her words.

"Ah, I see," he remarked.

"Your pride stems from your daughter's significant role in the discovery of the Ebon Void Essence Ores.

You believe that, given her usefulness to me, I wouldn't dare harm her.

Hence, you dare to negotiate with me.

"Despite Wang Jian's words striking a chord, Lady Zhuoran's expression remained proud.

Taking a sinister turn, Wang Jian's voice grew darker as he spoke with a tinge of depravity, "Indeed, she deserves to be rewarded for her contributions.

However, I assure you, I will ensure she is punished severely.

"Lady Zhuoran's proud façade shattered, replaced by a mixture of fear and disbelief.

She never anticipated this turn of events.

"It is all due to your errors, my dear Lady Zhuoran," Wang Jian added, his tone icy.

"Did you truly believe I wouldn't notice that you and your daughter aided Stella and her comrades in their escape by concealing the illusion from me?

"Lady Zhuoran's face paled instantly, her realization hitting her like a blow.

She never fathomed that Wang Jian had been aware of their actions.

"Perhaps I could have forgiven that transgression, but your haughty demeanor serves as the second reason for her punishment," Wang Jian continued, his voice devoid of mercy.

Lady Zhuoran stood dumbfounded, shocked by the revelation of the second reason.

With a sinister smile dancing on his lips, Wang Jian continued, his voice dripping with malice, "My dear Lady Zhuoran, if you wish to keep your daughter safe from my clutches, you will adhere to my commands without question.

Failure to fulfill this task to my satisfaction...

well, let's just say I might not be able to resist the temptation of ravishing your daughter and robbing her of her innocence.

"Lady Zhuoran's voice trembled as she spoke, her voice filled with desperation, "I will do as you command, my lord.

Please...

I beg you, spare my daughter from your wrath.

"Wang Jian responded calmly, his eyes fixated on her, "That depends entirely on your performance, my dear.

"With that, he turned away, leaving Lady Zhuoran deep in thought and consumed by regret.

She now lamented her ill-fated attempt to outsmart Wang Jian and negotiate her way out of this predicament.

After Wang Jian departed, Lady Zhuoran swiftly aided Stella in their escape from the camp, ensuring they moved with agility and stealth to avoid detection.

Meanwhile, Wang Jian hurriedly made his way toward his faction, his senses finely attuned to the unfolding battle.

He could discern that the two formidable Demon Kings, Tristan and Brian, were gradually acclimating to the coordinated onslaught unleashed by Wang Jian's faction.

Although Tristan and Brian were unable to directly harm the humans, their resilience prevented them from sustaining any injuries.

If this continued unchecked, the demons would inevitably exploit a vulnerability, launching a brutal onslaught that could result in the wholesale slaughter of numerous members within Wang Jian's ranks.

While Hong Meilin commanded the church's forces with unwavering determination, Bixi Shuyan assumed leadership within Wang Jian's faction.

Leveraging her exceptional illusionary prowess, Bixi Shuyan skillfully deceived the Demon Kings, manipulating their perceptions to provoke powerful attacks aimed at phantom targets.

This revelation highlighted the vulnerability of the mighty demons to the illusionary techniques mastered by the Silver Tailed Fox Race.

The shrewd implementation of this stratagem had saved Wang Jian's faction on multiple occasions, narrowly averting disaster.

Regrettably, the demons were growing accustomed to these illusions, their instincts honed to swiftly discern the moment they fell prey to Bixi Shuyan's artifice.

They swiftly broke free from the illusions, dissipating them with a surge of their formidable qi, progressively diminishing the efficacy of the once-reliable tactic.

Fortunately, Wang Jian's faction had reached a turning point, no longer relying solely on illusionary tactics.

With a surge of potent qi, Wang Jian reappeared, having harnessed the full potential of Moonshadow Step to swiftly return to the battlefield.

His gaze locked onto the two demons soaring high above, their attention drawn to his presence.

Sensing their awareness, Wang Jian discerned that direct confrontation was the optimal course of action.

With unwavering determination etched upon his face, he understood that the time had come to engage the demons head-on.

"Listen closely, everyone!

Entrust the two demons to me and make your way out of this camp with all haste.

Head towards the seal!

" Wang Jian's authoritative voice resonated through the air, commanding his faction with resolute conviction.

Not a single member of his faction asked any question as if they had been awaiting such a command.

Meanwhile, Tristan and Brian found themselves transfixed, their attention captured by the sudden appearance of this seasoned expert.

They couldn't help but sense the overwhelming surge of qi emanating from their new adversary, a clear testament to his formidable strength.

"First, we encountered the inheritor of the Royal Warlord Bloodline, and now we face you.

It seems that the humans possess an abundance of exceptional talents," Tristan remarked gravely, his gaze locked onto Wang Jian.

Having undergone a fierce confrontation with Wang Hao, Tristan had shed any lingering disdain towards these humans.

He had come to realize that, peculiarly enough, these seemingly ordinary humans possessed innate abilities that rivaled those bestowed upon individuals with the pure devil bloodline of the illustrious devil clans.

In the blink of an eye, Wang Jian vanished from their line of sight, only to reappear by Brian's side with lightning speed.

A surge of anticipation filled the air as Wang Jian unleashed a devastating strike, his Origin Fist wreathed in the fiery embrace of the Laws of Flame.

Brian's eyes widened in astonishment as he witnessed the sheer velocity of the attack.

Reacting swiftly, he raised both arms, channeling an immense surge of his demonic qi to ward off the impending blow.

However, the overwhelming force behind Wang Jian's punch proved too much to bear, mercilessly shattering Brian's feeble defenses and obliterating his outstretched limbs.

With a deafening crash, Brian was sent hurtling into the unforgiving ground, his entire body quivering under the tremendous impact of Wang Jian's devastating blow.

Tristan, his keen eyes capturing a fleeting glimpse of Wang Jian's remarkable movement technique, couldn't help but mutter in sheer astonishment.

"Moonshadow Step?

Is it possible?

"He had never fathomed that a mere human would possess knowledge of this arcane and revered technique.

Within the annals of the demonic realm, Moonshadow Step reigned as a renowned art, harnessing the interplay of shadow and moon qi.

Its mastery was an exceedingly rare feat, reserved for the select few who possessed the elusive moon qi—an attribute seldom found among humans.

Tristan, his voice laced with disbelief, continued, "To think that a human would wield this mystical technique...

It defies all conventions.

"However, this didn't mean that Tristan was intimidated.

In fact, he had been utilizing all his qi to recover from his earlier injuries.

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