[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-am-i-the-villain-or-not":3,"chapter-am-i-the-villain-or-not-am-i-the-villain-or-not-chapter-340":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Am I the Villain or Not?",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},571742,820,"Chapter 340 - 343: There Will Always Be Creatures on the Ground Who Dare to Face the Radiance of the Gods!","am-i-the-villain-or-not-chapter-340",340,"\u003Cp>Duke Barlow led Aurelian, continuing to walk through the Domain of the Dead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They passed through one wooden door after another, moving through one space after another.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian finally understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wooden doors here were just a way to divide the surrounding Domain of the Dead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every time they passed through a door, they arrived at another region.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Duke Barlow, bringing her along, had gone through who knew how many regions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All the places they had passed were her grandfather's territory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Terrifying.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After pushing open another wooden door, she arrived at a brand new domain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed as if there were no wandering souls here at all. The sky looked quiet and peaceful, even that sharp whistling had hidden itself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Across the entire land, the only sound was footsteps stepping on rock, monotonous and still.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Aurelian was observing the surroundings, Duke Barlow's voice suddenly sounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We're here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This place might be more suitable for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stood in place, looking at the desolate soil around him, and said calmly, \"If you cannot accept the souls of humans, then for you, the undead army has no meaning.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, I will teach you other methods.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He lightly tapped the ground with his staff. A strand of ghostly green magic drilled into the rock beneath their feet, twisting and winding as it flowed forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immediately after, following that ghostly green curve, the soil beneath their feet slowly split open into a crack, expanding outward to both sides.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A ghostly green flame surged up from deep underground, bursting out of the fissure and swaying its radiant body in midair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The flame seemed to have awareness, slowly spreading over Duke Barlow's body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the next second, his body was surrounded by ghostly green fire, flickering constantly within the depths of his robe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His limbs also ignited with ghostly green flames, as if his flesh had been completely burned away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The duke's lead-colored robe was still heavy, but in the places it did not cover, there was nothing but white bones burning with ghostly green flames.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even his pupils had been burned away, leaving only deep eye sockets, from which ghostly green flames still burst forth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing such a huge change in the duke, Aurelian's eyes widened, her lips slightly parted, shock overflowing from her expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is the true appearance of a necromancer.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Duke Barlow's voice slowly rang out, like a long echo coming from the abyss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Somewhat hollow, yet carrying a trace of mysterious authority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Only by embracing death can one understand death.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, from the crack in the ground where flames kept emerging, a horse walked over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This horse looked completely out of place here. It had dark brown mane, a bright red body, and strong hooves covered in white leg wraps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its body was strong and powerful, its veins clearly visible. Obviously, it was full of vitality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But where was this place?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the Domain of the Dead. Why would a living creature appear here?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh right, she herself was also alive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking about it that way, the appearance of a horse here didn't seem so strange after all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The duke raised his staff and gently pointed at the horse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Like this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the next second, the ghostly green flames burning on the duke's body rose into the air, turning into twisting pythons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They rushed out from beneath his robe and attached themselves to the horse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The flames burned fiercely. The horse let out pained neighs as if scorched, yet its body remained bound within the flames, unable to move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only its shrill cries and desperate struggle spoke of the piercing burning pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a while, the horse stopped crying out and became quiet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its flesh, like Duke Barlow's, seemed to have been completely burned away by the green flames.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its entire body burned with ghostly green fire, white bones exposed before Aurelian's eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ghostly green flames became its mane, and all four hooves also burned with fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the place of its heart, a cluster of ghostly green flame seemed to pulse and flicker, fine flames spreading through its body along what used to be its veins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its eyes flickered with firelight, making it look imposing and awe-inspiring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian couldn't help but stare at it, curiosity and fear showing in her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she also felt that this skeletal horse had a certain charm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What she feared were those wandering souls.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Something like a skeletal horse, which looked more like a magical creature, made her feel much less afraid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the skeletal horse lowered its head toward the duke, bent its front legs, and knelt before him, submitting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian stared blankly at it and asked Duke Barlow, \"I-it… is it dead?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It is still a living creature. It has only had its underworld state revealed by the flame of the soul.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The duke reached out his hand, looking at the skeletal horse, and explained casually, \"The strength of a necromancer does not lie in themselves, but in their control over the undead.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Either, like now, possessing an undead army of your own.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Afterward, he gently waved his hand. The soul flames on his body quickly split apart into fireballs and shot into the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like fireworks exploding in the height of summer, they scattered and fell toward the surrounding rocks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment the flames touched the ground, waves of heat surged, rising several meters high.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those ghostly green flames gradually burst open, and from the soil, all kinds of undead creatures crawled out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fierce tigers and leopards leapt onto the rocks, their bodies surrounded by ghostly green flames. Their fur was like blades, their skeletons exposed, white bones ghastly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their pupils were deep and hollow, yet the ghostly green flames dancing within them were chilling to the bone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The skeleton of an eagle circled in the sky, flames on its wings like burning brocade sails, its sharp talons scattering sparks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This flock of beasts and birds was like waves of fire, rolling with the wind, gathering behind the duke, forming a mighty and awe-inspiring undead army.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scene before Aurelian shocked her, and then Duke Barlow's voice sounded again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But you may not be able to adapt.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As his words fell, the many undead beasts gradually turned into countless fireflies, flickering bright and dim.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, like shattered glass, they scattered in all directions, turning into countless ghostly green points of light, slowly falling back into the silent canyon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even on the skeletal horse, the mane-like flames gradually shrank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The flames on its hooves subsided, and everything returned to stillness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flesh regrew like flowing water, covering its bones, the flames gradually extinguishing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire Domain of the Dead returned once more to its quiet state, and the crack slowly closed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only deep within the canyon, thick smoke continued to rise, along with that wind-like whistling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The restored horse gently rubbed its head against the duke, appearing very close to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The duke smiled and stroked it, speaking earnestly, \"So, you can use this flame to turn your army into undead like this skeletal horse.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Only those who have embraced death will not fear death.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian nodded slightly, a bit hesitant, her gaze full of respect for her grandfather.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, from far away in the Domain of the Dead, there came a loud \"boom.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A powerful gust of wind shot through space like a sharp arrow, carrying an extremely fierce and piercing aura as it rushed toward the two of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The withered weeds on the rocks swayed wildly, their roots almost unable to hold onto their frenzied bodies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian couldn't help but raise an arm in front of her face. The chaotic wind tugged at her clothes, making them flap noisily in midair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wind?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Would such a dense wind element appear in the Domain of the Dead?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the duke's lead-colored robe began to sway, and the soul flames on his body were being pulled, as if they might be extinguished at any moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Feeling the intense fluctuations of the wind, he slowly turned around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The flames on his body gradually dissipated, and his appearance returned to normal. Even the weathered wrinkles and marks left by time reappeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, his deep gaze looked toward the direction from which the wind was coming, while he said calmly, \"Aurelian, you should go rest now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Next time, your grandfather will teach you these things again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before Aurelian could say anything, Duke Barlow lightly tapped his staff against the rock beneath his feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The green smoke around them began to gather, and the entire space instantly became hazy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Domain of the Dead seemed to be wrapped in a magical curtain, rapidly shrinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ghostly green flames burned along the edges of space, as if gradually burning away everything around them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Until everything was completely burned away, the surrounding scenery gradually shifted from deep darkness to pale white.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment she opened her eyes again, everything around her had changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room was of moderate size, cleaned very neatly, giving off an extremely warm feeling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the corner of the room, there was a large bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bed was covered with a pink mattress and a thick pink quilt. At the head of the bed were many fluffy cat and dog dolls, very cute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For some reason, it all felt completely out of place with the style of the manor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian couldn't help but look around. This not-too-big, not-too-small room actually made her feel very comfortable and warm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It felt as if it had been carefully arranged by someone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had just wanted to ask about it when she caught a faint green flicker out of the corner of her eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoosh!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian turned her head and saw a small ghostly green flame ignite in one corner of the room, only to quickly disappear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, Duke Barlow was gone as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew her grandfather had already left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So Aurelian stopped thinking about it and instead sat down on the bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the dolls placed at the head of the bed, she leaned closer and casually picked one up to examine and play with.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian took a deep breath, as if she could smell an old scent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It felt as though this doll had been waiting in this room for many years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she thought about it, holding the doll, she lay down on the bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Feeling the softness, her consciousness slowly became hazy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had experienced too much today. She really was a bit sleepy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Phew… Teacher.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did I… do pretty well…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she spoke, her voice grew softer and softer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, she ultimately couldn't resist the drowsiness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the next second, she closed her eyes and fell into a deep sleep,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>———\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A ghostly green flame slowly descended from the sky, landing on a patch of turned soil.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the flame gradually dissipated, Duke Barlow stood within the soil, revealing his figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Walking along the path, he looked around, but could not sense any souls of the dead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Have they dissipated.\", The duke muttered to himself, his tone carrying a hint of regret.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he walked, he suddenly saw a touch of gold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, the duke stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a stalk of wheat, rooted in the loose soil.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golden wheat stood out in the clear space, absorbing nutrients from the soil and growing vigorously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The duke leaned on his staff and looked down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A gentle breeze rose, brushing against the golden wheat, like a strip of silk softly gliding over its small body, making it sway slightly in the soil.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Duke Barlow bent down, carefully observing this steadily growing stalk of wheat, remaining silent for a long time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Straightening up, he looked at the boundless sky, a trace of clarity rising in his murky eyes, \"After you, is there another mage who wants to blaspheme the gods?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He sighed, and within that sigh there was also a trace of nostalgia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Truly insane.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1998,"2026-05-30T15:48:18.711Z","2026-06-01T04:31:37.164Z",1,"novelbin.me","3e70350347be2484fa1f12fcaa9bac0292ecb3757ae6896c39ea3030a44dcff2","am-i-the-villain-or-not-chapter-341","am-i-the-villain-or-not-chapter-339",393,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fam-i-the-villain-or-not-cover.jpg"]