Chapter 740 Dig the corner of the protagonist's wall - I Became the Rich Second-Generation Villain

Hearing the voice, Wang Haoran halted, with a swift flick, his folding fan opened, and he turned his head slowly to look back. He had gone to great lengths to orchestrate his first meeting with Jiang Qingkui. Intentionally utilizing spiritual energy to grow his hair, he now donned long locks, dressed in pure white, and held a folding fan in hand. His appearance, temperament, and attire were so impeccable that even describing him as 'a peerless young master' seemed insufficient. As Wang Haoran turned his head, he connected with the system. Simultaneously, a notification arrived. [Ding, the host successfully used the charm aura on the female lead, Jiang Qingkui, causing her to develop feelings for you. Jiang Qingkui's favorability towards the host increased to 80 (deep affection).] [Ding, the host influenced the plot's direction, earning 18,000 villain points. Su Xuan's protagonist aura -900, the host's villain aura +900!] The subordinate who had questioned Wang Haoran was briefly stunned by his appearance. However, being a man with normal inclinations, he naturally was not bewitched. Regaining his composure quickly, he wanted to resume demanding Wang Haoran to move aside. "You there, hurry up and..." "Do not be rude," Jiang Qingkui interrupted her subordinate before he could finish speaking. The subordinate was baffled. Wasn't the young master urgently heading to Qingzhou Prefecture, ready to crush anyone in her way? What's going on now? Could it be that the young master knows this person? Not only was he puzzled, but Jiang Qingkui's other subordinates also found this strange. Everyone looked towards Jiang Qingkui. Jiang Qingkui glanced at Wang Haoran, wanting to get to know him, but being not skilled in social interactions, she didn't know what to say to strike up a conversation. She merely said to the subordinate who had just questioned Wang Haoran: "This road doesn't belong to you alone; others can use it too, can't they? Just go around him." "Yes, young master," the subordinate replied, nodding strangely. Jiang Qingkui lingered for a moment, glanced at Wang Haoran, and reluctantly moved on. From Jiang Qingkui's reaction, Wang Haoran could surmise that she was a shy and introverted girl. Since Jiang Qingkui wasn't the one to initiate a conversation, he decided he must approach her instead. "Miss, may I ask where you are headed?" Wang Haoran inquired. "We are going to Tianhuo City in Qingzhou Prefecture," Jiang Qingkui replied frankly. Wang Haoran had anticipated her answer. Since the Spirit Tower was located in Tianhuo City, Jiang Qingkui would naturally head there to assist Su Xuan. "What a coincidence, we're on the same path. I'm also heading to Tianhuo City," Wang Haoran said with a smile. Upon hearing this, a subtle smile appeared on Jiang Qingkui's lips; she wanted to suggest traveling together, but her shyness held her back from speaking up. Wang Haoran could only add, "Meeting by chance is a form of destiny. If you don't mind, would you like to travel together?" "You boy, do you know who our young master is, daring to..." the subordinate tried to shout Wang Haoran down. "Do not be rude," Jiang Qingkui interrupted once again. "Yes, young master," the subordinate grudgingly replied. "Young master, we need to reach Tianhuo City quickly; it might not be convenient to bring you along," Jiang Qingkui said regretfully. "Though my cultivation is not very high, I shouldn't fall too far behind," Wang Haoran chuckled, purposely releasing a hint of spiritual energy. Jiang Qingkui and her subordinates immediately sensed it. "Saint Realm, level 20!" the subordinate who previously questioned Wang Haoran exclaimed in shock. Saint Realm level 20 corresponded to the grand completion of the Foundation Establishment stage. A small realm above Jiang Qingkui. Everyone in the Jiang clan assumed Jiang Qingkui was the top amongst the young generation of the nine clans. Discovering Wang Haoran's cultivation level naturally stunned them. After sensing Wang Haoran's cultivation, Jiang Qingkui didn't feel an ounce of jealousy; instead, her gaze towards Wang Haoran became gentler. "May I ask which of the nine clans the gentleman comes from?" Jiang Qingkui inquired. "Oh, I am not from the nine clans," Wang Haoran replied. Upon hearing this, Jiang Qingkui and her subordinates were even more surprised. Those from the nine clans had the best cultivation resources and environments. That someone not from the nine clans could reach such a high cultivation level was astonishing. If he were part of the nine clans, how much greater could he become? "May I ask where the gentleman hails from..." Jiang Qingkui curiously asked. "Young master, time is of the essence; we still need to head to Tianhuo City to save Su Xuan," a subordinate reminded her. Jiang Qingkui was suddenly brought back to reality but found herself not as worried about Su Xuan as before. Of course, Jiang Qingkui still intended to help Su Xuan. Yet, her motivation to assist him had shifted from love to friendship. Prompted by her subordinate, the group set off immediately. Wang Haoran traveled with Jiang Qingkui and her entourage. While flying, Wang Haoran pretended to ask innocently, "What is your relationship with Su Xuan?" Faced with this question, Jiang Qingkui was momentarily speechless, not knowing how to respond. "Su Xuan is our young master's..." a subordinate began to speak, trying to reveal the truth. Jiang Qingkui, suddenly anxious, impulsively interjected, "A friend! Su Xuan is... just a friend." This statement shocked her subordinates so much that they nearly lost control of their spiritual energy, almost plummeting from the sky. In the clan, Jiang Qingkui had openly defied the elders to help Su Xuan, showing resolute determination. Her attitude seemed as though she was ready to fight anyone hindering her from aiding Su Xuan. Everyone could see how much Jiang Qingkui cared for Su Xuan. Now, what was happening? Jiang Qingkui's subordinates suspiciously eyed Wang Haoran and slowly realized the truth. It seemed the young master had developed new feelings for someone else, and at a terrifying speed. Indeed, women are changeable, even young women. However, Jiang Qingkui's subordinates found this to be a good development. Su Xuan's lowly background and mediocre cultivation didn't match with Jiang Qingkui at all; it was like a toad trying to eat swan meat. Wang Haoran, on the other hand, was not only young but also possessed a higher cultivation than Jiang Qingkui. As for Wang Haoran's background, it remained unknown, but from his noble demeanor, he surely had an extraordinary origin. If Jiang Qingkui and Wang Haoran ended up together, not only would the clan elders not oppose it, they would likely support it wholeheartedly. After all, who among the young generation of the nine clans had a cultivation level of Saint Realm level 20? Having such a companion would be a great boon for the Jiang clan. Truly a cause for joy all around. As Wang Haoran and Jiang Qingkui journeyed to Tianhuo City, they chatted effortlessly, sharing mutual pleasant conversations. Meanwhile, Su Xuan in Tianhuo City found himself ensnared in dire straits. The three other factions of Qingzhou Prefecture had allied against him, unanimously revoking his qualification, thus barring Su Xuan from entering the Spirit Tower for body refinement. Unresigned, Su Xuan argued with them, and the confrontation escalated to physical altercations. The outcome was predictable. Su Xuan coughed blood but gritted his teeth, stubbornly refusing to collapse. "Master is nowhere to be seen, and Qingkui hasn't come either; what on earth is happening?!" Su Xuan roared internally. "Su Xuan, still unwilling to yield?" One of the leaders of Qingzhou Prefecture's factions sneered coldly at Su Xuan from the clearing in front of the Spirit Tower. (End of this chapter)