[{"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-344":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},571746,820,"Chapter 344 - 347: Enemy Forces Captured in One Net!","am-i-the-villain-or-not-chapter-344",344,"\u003Cp>Viktor's words reached the ears of every noble lord present, sounding unbearably harsh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet at this moment, everyone fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor's aura surged like a rising tide, making even the surrounding air heavy, carrying a cold and dangerous presence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This subtle atmosphere churned inside the auction hall, lifting the wide red curtains as if foreshadowing the arrival of a storm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind seemed to swirl within the hall, raising the large red drapes along with it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sharp, blade-like pressure hanging above their heads made all the noble lords feel immense strain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They swallowed mouthfuls of nervous saliva, their hearts pounding loudly, as if about to leap into their throats.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The vast auction hall instantly became dead silent. The earlier noise and shouting had completely died down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cold sweat seeped from the foreheads of the noble lords. Feeling the chill spreading through the air, they all quietly shut their mouths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was as if in the next moment, the invisible blade hanging above would mercilessly slice open their throats.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under this suffocating atmosphere that made it almost impossible to breathe, some lords even unconsciously placed their hands on the longswords hanging at their waists.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only by doing so could they find a sense of security and maintain a trace of calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere at this moment was truly terrifying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian, sitting behind Viktor, could even feel an overwhelming pressure coming from the front, almost impossible to resist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked up and saw Viktor's black coat whipping wildly in the air, his whole figure seeming to be carried by the wind, a shocking sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That icy presence sent a chill down her spine, the cold spreading from her chest to her back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'What exactly is Teacher trying to do?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>August, sitting not far away, also sensed this unusual atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stood up, slightly tense and confused, and spoke, \"Councilor Clavenna, you…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before he could finish, Viktor had already stepped forward into the hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Strangely, his foot did not step into empty air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead, it was as if Viktor stepped onto a whirlwind, his body lifted by the wind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind currents continued to sweep across the auction hall, while Viktor appeared to walk down an invisible spiral of wind, slowly descending toward the first floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With each step echoing in the air, his coat flapped wildly in the wind, making sharp snapping sounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Step by step, Viktor approached the iron cage behind the auctioneer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Until finally, both his feet touched the ground, landing on the golden platform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Facing the beautiful auctioneer before him, he spoke indifferently, \"It seems they have no other objections.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And what about you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the noble lords and wealthy individuals present finally snapped back to their senses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although they were indeed afraid of Viktor, he had gone too far.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wasn't this act essentially a warning to everyone?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was outright bullying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the Kingdom of Cant!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most people felt a surge of dissatisfaction, wanting to demand an explanation from Viktor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some even turned their gaze toward August.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But when they saw that August did nothing, their resolve faltered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, a noble stepped forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly displeased, he looked at Viktor below and angrily spoke, \"I never said I ag...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Biu!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Almost the instant he opened his mouth, a dark purple bolt of lightning descended from the sky, transforming into a winding serpent that shot toward the noble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just before it made contact, the lightning suddenly twisted its body and struck the ground in the distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The golden wall and floor were blasted open into a huge crater. Dust rose into the air, and arcs of electricity flickered within the pit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive crater appeared, the golden walls shattered, sand and dust flying as electric arcs continued to flash within it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It all happened in an instant, leaving everyone unable to react.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They only felt that in the blink of an eye, a terrifying bolt of lightning had fallen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, everyone stared at the deep pit created by the purple lightning in silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their eyes widened, mouths slightly open, even their breathing unconsciously halted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the noble who had spoken, he could still feel the scorching heat of the lightning that had passed by him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes glanced slightly backward, seeing the arcs still flickering along its path, a tingling sensation washing over him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, he wisely shut his mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without even turning his head, Viktor's cold voice slowly echoed through the air, \"I didn't say you could speak either.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A threat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A clear and unyielding threat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Countless noble lords clenched their fists unconsciously, but soon, a trace of weakness leaked through their fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who were they facing?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor Clavenna.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like a suspended bomb, even the king had to treat him with utmost respect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And precisely because of this, even more nobles showed deep dissatisfaction at this moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All because August, this young king, had shown Viktor far too much respect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some noble lords turned to look at August, resentment flashing in their eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the old king were still alive, he would never have tolerated such arrogance from someone of the Empire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>August… was still lacking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the beautiful auctioneer from the Cassidra Chamber of Commerce sat down on the platform in panic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She clearly felt the pressure emanating from Viktor, her body trembling uncontrollably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I… I… sir, I need… to notify the chamber first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The price you offered, the chamber might… not be able to accept…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then make them accept it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As his words fell, several clusters of differently colored elemental magic suddenly appeared behind Viktor, materializing and flowing along an invisible formation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flames wrapped around Viktor's arms, while streams of water coiled around his legs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His coat behind him fluttered rapidly with the wind, and shimmering green elemental leaves entwined around his shoulders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Above his head, a dark purple lightning halo floated in midair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The surging elemental aura rushed toward the auctioneer, that overwhelming pressure locking directly onto her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Viktor was like the embodiment of the elements themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone present was utterly shaken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Remember, I'm doing this for your own good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Otherwise, there's no need for this auction to continue.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Eek!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The host's mind completely shut down the moment she felt that terrifying magic. She could only nod repeatedly, \"I… I'll notify the chamber right away.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hurriedly got up, passed through the lifted red curtains, picked up a cool communication crystal, and quickly spoke into it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor remained standing in place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Countless people sat in the auction hall, silent, staring at Viktor with cold eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one knew what Viktor's purpose was in doing this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Aurelian couldn't quite understand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew her teacher liked to be high-profile, but he always had reasons for his actions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet today, in front of countless nobles of the kingdom, he looked as if he was about to blow up the entire auction hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian couldn't understand it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Could it be… he is just standing up for those demi-humans?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'That shouldn't be… that absolutely doesn't match Teacher's usual style.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'Then what's the reason?'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, she turned her head and looked at August.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This young king now seemed to have completely lost his ability to handle the situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though he was the ruler of the Kingdom of Cant, he stood there more silent than anyone else.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'He showed none of the bearing of a king.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'If compared to Father… well.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This young king couldn't compare at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If today's incident really allowed Teacher Viktor to walk out of this auction hall as he pleased, then this King of Cant would become a laughingstock in the history of the kingdom, even among many nations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could this be Teacher Viktor's goal?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was he trying to deliberately provoke a war between the Empire and the Kingdom?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just then, the auctioneer returned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Cassidra Chamber of Commerce had given their response.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The auctioneer came back, her voice trembling slightly, and carefully spoke to Viktor, \"M-Mr. Viktor, the chamber said they agree to your price.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But on the condition that… they hope to meet you…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor slowly closed his eyes, as if deep in thought, \"Is that so.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone waited for his next words, but after a long time, Viktor remained silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as the noble lords grew puzzled, unable to understand his silence, Viktor suddenly opened his eyes and said calmly, \"It's already too late.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as everyone was completely confused...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, a thunderous roar suddenly erupted throughout the entire royal city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like a violent storm, deafening to the ears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This terrifying, heavy roar surged like ocean waves, as if it could pierce the sky and shatter everything fragile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within the golden, candlelit hall, that deep roar sounded incomparably horrifying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the walls were affected, dust beginning to fall from the ceiling, making the entire structure seem on the verge of collapse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fine dust drifted down from above, and the entire hall trembled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone stared at the scene like statues, panic filling their hearts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the noble lords did not choose to sit and wait for death. One after another, they stood up, drawing the longswords at their waists, becoming alert.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is that sound? A beast?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What's happening? Could it be magical beasts attacking the city?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But that was almost impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, this was the royal capital of the Kingdom of Cant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The surrounding forests had long been thoroughly cleared by regularly patrolling guards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, Gwen placed her hand on the hilt of her sword, standing beside Aurelian, also on guard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian sensed the sudden tension in the hall, listening to the continuous deep roars, stood up and began searching around for possible danger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, one of Vanilla's eyes suddenly flashed with a green glow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her vision, the originally golden, radiant hall gradually sank into darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within that darkness, faint humanoid glows of life appeared one after another.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They passed through the surrounding walls, through the ceiling, clearly visible in her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were countless beings similar to humans, yet different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They gathered outside the auction hall. There were even numerous winged bird-like people landing on the dome above.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Vanilla suddenly cried out, \"D-Demi-humans… they've surrounded this place!?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurelian abruptly turned her head, looking at Vanilla in disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, a soldier with broken armor and mangled flesh staggered in, dragging his mutilated leg, crashing through the doors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a bang, he finally collapsed onto the red carpet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His appearance immediately drew everyone's attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Y-Your Majesty! And all the lords!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The soldier gasped heavily, his voice extremely weak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if hanging onto his last breath, on the brink of death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even August sharply turned his gaze toward him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A large group of demi-humans has invaded the royal city!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They broke into the nobles' homes and released all the demi-human slaves…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Every single one of them!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1812,"2026-05-30T15:48:18.711Z","2026-06-01T04:31:37.164Z",1,"novelbin.me","460fc2d6d8d1c939b77c8b5f44f3dc8a126b1e31ec152c0767872a4876c3c732","am-i-the-villain-or-not-chapter-345","am-i-the-villain-or-not-chapter-343",393,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fam-i-the-villain-or-not-cover.jpg"]