Chosen One, how did I end up as the villain?

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The resounding words echoed in everyone's ears like a warning bell.

"What a fine line: 'If no one else will kill, I will.' The sage teaches the way of benevolence to guide people to do good, but never to condone evil. Young Master Ba's act of sacrificing himself for righteousness has truly taught us a lesson."

Zheng Chun bowed deeply, completely convinced of his superiority.

With this one person, the literary world flourished.

"Such righteousness truly earns our respect," someone echoed.

"Love the world with a benevolent heart, and kill those who are ruthless and disrupt the world. What does it matter if you slaughter ten thousand people?"

"The benevolence of the tyrant is the benevolence of saving the people."

Upon hearing these words, those who had just questioned him felt ashamed.

"I have presumptuously considered myself a scholar for decades, yet I do not even understand such a simple thing. I am truly ashamed."

"Young Master Ba, I apologize for my foolish actions just now. You truly deserve to be called the number one literary figure of the Jian'an era."

As he spoke, someone bowed in greeting.

"No regrets"

"No regrets"

.........

With each powerful shout, figures bent down, deeply moving everyone present.

Chu Langtian smiled, looking at Qin Huaiyu with increasing satisfaction.

Good lad, you have the style I had in my youth!

Chu Yanxi and Yun Suyan's eyes burned with passion. People are always attracted to dazzling things, objects and people even more so.

Zhai Tianlin's face darkened completely. How could this be? How could this kid have such talent!

Those words almost moved him, even made his blood boil.

Now, his attempt to steal a chicken has backfired; not only has his scheme failed, but it has also made the other party more trusted by the literati.

Damn it, damn it!

"Lord Zhai, how is it now?" Chu Langtian asked, his gaze shifting.

Zhai Tianlin's mind raced, and fueled by his anger, he gritted his teeth and said:

"Good, good, Black Cloud Stronghold has a lot of nerve, actually killing people and bleeding them, disregarding the law. They deserve to die. Slaughtering the stronghold is too lenient for them. They should be exterminated."

As he spoke, he forced a smile that looked more like a grimace.

"I really have to thank Lord Chu this time. If you hadn't sent people to investigate the case, I might have made a huge mistake. Of course, as the person in charge, I will take the initiative to submit a memorial to the court requesting punishment."

...Yong, when a person gets ruthless, they'll even curse their whole family. They're truly family!

Qin Huaiyu felt a mixture of sarcasm and helplessness. This guy was as slippery as an eel, managing to absolve himself of all responsibility with a few words, yet Qin Huaiyu had absolutely no evidence against him.

Ancient technology was too rudimentary; with modern forensic techniques, he could be easily identified and dealt with in no time.

Fine, let him be smug for a while longer.

"Lord Zhai, you are truly of noble character, just like that old turtle that has shed its shell, you are truly innocent."

Upon hearing this, everyone was stunned, but only for a moment did their faces turn red with embarrassment.

"The arrogant young master is swearing, but I have no proof."

"That's such a refreshing and elegant compliment."

"No problem, the old turtle is clean after shedding its skin, but it still smells awful."

"Elegant! Very elegant!"

"Don't laugh, don't laugh, I have manners!"

"Pfft, pfft..."

Zhai Tianlin had never suffered such an insult before. His eyes widened in fury as he roared:

"Boy, how dare you insult an official appointed by the imperial court!"

"Was there any insult?" Qin Huaiyu asked, looking at the people present.

"no."

"You've misunderstood, sir."

"That's a compliment; we literary people use rather elegant language."

"Yes, that's right!"

Chu Yanxi covered her mouth and chuckled. How wicked! They were singing in unison. Are all writers like this?

Yun Suyan looked at her younger brother, who hadn't changed at all. He wouldn't tolerate any grievances and his scolding was still the same.

Seeing that the time was right, Qin Huaiyu, with an attitude of wanting to infuriate people to death, said:

"Sir, look, the eyes of the masses are discerning; don't wrong an innocent person."

"You, you"

Zhai Tianlin was furious, but faced with everyone's favoritism, he could only swallow his anger.

"Very well, I accept this praise."

He looked at Chu Langtian as he spoke.

"Lord Chu, now that this matter is settled, please take the person away. My Commandant's Office still has official business to attend to!"

"Then, Lord Zhai, I take my leave. Xiong Ba, let's go!"

Having achieved his goal, Chu Langtian led his men and headed outside.

Upon seeing this, Li Chengye and a group of scholars immediately followed.

Zhai Tianlin watched the departing figure, his face contorted in pain.

"The man who insulted and killed me is still so arrogant. If I don't avenge this, I will be unworthy of being a captain."

"Gao Po, send someone to follow him. Since we can't do it openly, I'll do it myself in secret!"

"Yes, sir!"

Gao Po's face fell.

.........

Si Ya Wai

As soon as Qin Huaiyu stepped out the door, he thanked everyone.

"I am grateful for your help today. I will remember this kindness forever."

"You're too kind. Brother Ba is a friend in need, this is nothing to mention," Li Chengye said with a smile.

"This kid has changed a bit in just a few days," Qin Huaiyu said with a smile.

On the other side, Zheng Chun was very excited. After all, it was his first time getting so close to his idol. He forced a smile and said:

"Young Master Ba, you are a role model for the literary world of Jian'an. It is our honor to serve you."

"That's right, besides, you saved us."

"Young Master, please don't stand on ceremony!"

"..."

Each word warmed Qin Huaiyu's heart. Who says the world is devoid of human compassion? This is it.

Even though the power of nightmares can affect people, there is still true love in the world.

He looked at the leading scholar and asked, "Brother, do we know each other?"

"No... I know you!"

Zheng Chun was somewhat incoherent, and then continued: