Chapter 716 Best Friends Trio - I Became the Rich Second-Generation Villain

Previously, in Qiling, Wang Haoran and Jiang Yuner had defined their relationship, but then Jiang Yuner had to return to her country due to certain matters. During that time, they kept in touch for a long while. However, after Wang Haoran went to the Sacred Domain, a place isolated from the modern world, those modern communication devices became completely unusable. Upon returning to Qiling, he was busy dealing with the heroines there and temporarily neglected Jiang Yuner. Taking into account the last time they contacted each other, it's already been more than half a month since they last communicated. After Wang Haoran dialed the number, Jiang Yuner quickly picked up. “I thought you were abandoning me,” came Jiang Yuner's plaintive voice as the call connected. “How could that be? I just went to a remote place recently, where there was no signal. I couldn't contact you, but I thought about you every day,” Wang Haoran coaxed. “I missed you every day too—morning, noon, and night—and I even dreamed about you,” Jiang Yuner’s voice now carried a sweet tone, the previous melancholy gone. “By the way, where are you now?” Seeing Jiang Yuner was so easily appeased, Wang Haoran promptly moved on to the main topic. “I’ve just landed, actually. I’m in the Imperial Capital of your Yan Kingdom for an international chess exchange. When that's over, I’ll fly to Qiling to meet you,” Jiang Yuner replied. With her answer, Wang Haoran realized his suspicions might hold some truth. The heroic displays of the two protagonists might just overlap. “I miss you so much. How about I come to the Imperial Capital to see you?” Wang Haoran didn’t mention that he was already in the Imperial Capital; instead, he sweet-talked Jiang Yuner. Jiang Yuner was thrilled by this suggestion. “That would be wonderful! Unless it's too much trouble for you, that is. The chess exchange won’t start for another two days, and once all the formalities are through, it’ll be seven days before I can head to Qiling. If you come over, that would be just perfect.” Having not seen Wang Haoran for a long time, Jiang Yuner was eager to meet him. After ending the call with Jiang Yuner, Wang Haoran began to contemplate how to dismantle the protagonists' stage for their grand display. He envisioned two possible methods. The first was to infiltrate the foreign group, posing as a powerful outsider, and overshadow Ze Fan and the other protagonist. The second was to appear as a powerful figure from Yan Kingdom and defeat these foreign experts, leaving no room for Ze Fan and the other protagonist to shine. Between the two, Wang Haoran preferred the second method. Although he was a villain, he had some principles. It wouldn't do to assist outsiders, as that would be rather unethical. The second method not only blocked the protagonists' chance to show off but allowed him to do so. It was a win-win. However, the downside to the second method was that it merely hijacked the protagonists’ storyline without causing them substantial harm. After some thought, Wang Haoran decided to combine the two methods. In essence, he would first join the ranks of the strong outsiders, humiliate the protagonists, and then crush the outsiders himself. With this plan in mind, Wang Haoran moved on to the first step of his plan. The initial step, of course, required locating these outsiders. Wang Haoran was currently without any leads, so his first instinct was to utilize Mu Nanzhi and Bian Suwen's connections to gather intel on the whereabouts of the foreign entities. But just as this thought surfaced, Wang Haoran remembered someone. With her status in the Imperial Capital, if there were any news of these foreigners, she’d likely be among the first to know. With this in mind, Wang Haoran decided to leave the residence to find this person. However, as he moved a few steps, he suddenly sensed a familiar presence nearby. Using his clairvoyance, he observed a team approaching. With a glance, he noted that most of the team consisted of rugged, hardened men. Yet, the leader was a strikingly beautiful woman in a military uniform. Wang Haoran was briefly taken aback, but soon a smile crept onto his face. Just as he thought of her, she appeared. Notably, the area surrounding Mu Nanzhi’s residence housed many influential figures. If the outsiders planned to create trouble, this location would likely be targeted. Otherwise, with Ye Wuhen’s status, she wouldn’t be leading a patrol here. Ye Wuhen and her team passed by Mu Nanzhi's house. Upon seeing the door slightly ajar, Ye Wuhen paused, instructed her team to continue patrolling, and walked toward the entrance herself. Gently pushing open the door, Ye Wuhen stepped into the courtyard. Mu Nanzhi and Bian Suwen were chatting and laughing, but upon spotting Ye Wuhen, they were momentarily stunned. “Oh, it's the esteemed General Ye visiting. My apologies for not greeting you at the door,” Mu Nanzhi quickly composed herself and formally addressed. “Greetings, General Ye!” Bian Suwen said, matching the formality. “There are no outsiders here,” Ye Wuhen rolled her eyes at them, a hint of playful reproach in her tone. Mu Nanzhi's serious expression softened into a smile. “Sister Ye, how do you find the time to come by?” “While patrolling, I noticed your door was ajar and thought to check in,” Ye Wuhen responded without formality, sitting down as if she were at her own home. “Sister Ye, is there really something major going on in the Imperial Capital?” Bian Suwen asked, concern etched on her face. “It’s certainly a turbulent period. Best to stay indoors as much as possible and keep the doors closed,” Ye Wuhen advised. Mu Nanzhi and Bian Suwen exchanged troubled glances, frowning slightly. They had their suspicions already, and Ye Wuhen’s words confirmed them. Having lived in the Imperial Capital for long, they considered it home, and now with such issues arising, concern was natural. Not wanting to worry them further, Ye Wuhen shifted the topic, “I heard you both went to Qiling one after the other. What’s so alluring about Qiling that kept you there so long?” Mu Nanzhi and Bian Suwen shared a look. “I have relatives there, so I stayed longer.” “My master was in Qiling; I went to visit them.” They replied in turn. “I see,” Ye Wuhen nodded, standing up as she had tasks to attend to. “I’ll be off then. Once things calm down, let’s have a feast together.” “Sister Ye, we won’t be in the Imperial Capital for long. We’re planning to return to Qiling soon,” Mu Nanzhi stated. “We’re thinking of settling in Qiling for good,” Bian Suwen added. “Why leave? Won’t you miss me?” Ye Wuhen said, a tinge of sadness in her complaint. Mu Nanzhi and Bian Suwen were her dear friends. Hearing they planned to leave, she couldn’t help but feel sad. “Sister Ye, all gatherings must part someday. We don’t want to, but…” Bian Suwen trailed off. “As soon as we have free time, we’ll come to see you,” Mu Nanzhi assured. “You two... something's unusual,” Ye Wuhen suddenly perceived, scrutinizing them. “Did you find men in Qiling?!” After a moment’s hesitation, Mu Nanzhi and Bian Suwen nodded. “Who are these guys that dare take my girls?” Ye Wuhen slammed the table, half-joking, half-bitter. (End of Chapter)