[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-my-mother-is-the-villain":3,"chapter-my-mother-is-the-villain-my-mother-is-the-villain-chapter-54":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","My Mother is the Villain",{"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},1163304,1508,"Chapter 54: Fight","my-mother-is-the-villain-chapter-54",54,"\u003Cp>\"Y-You?\" Lily’s face flushed red upon hearing Victor’s words directed at her young lady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What was this supposed to mean?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet she noticed her mistress remained silent, her head lowered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It looked like an admission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If that was the case... did her young lady truly like this man?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Did they really spend the night together? And the night before that as well? Had her young lady truly given herself to him?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lily had to admit Victor’s charm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he tried to seduce her, she might not be able to refuse either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She never expected her young lady to be the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps their tastes in men weren’t so different after all—only their appearances and personalities set them apart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her young lady was stunning and graceful, while she herself was ordinary and a bit talkative.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lily felt unwilling to accept it, yet she couldn’t say anything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The city had a massive stone platform, even larger than a football field.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn’t just a platform—it was protected by a dome-shaped formation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Friendly duels, even life-and-death battles, could be held there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Victor saw a huge crowd surrounding the platform, all watching a young man with white hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His face was handsome, almost otherworldly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tall and elegant, dressed in a spotless white robe that radiated authority, he held a silver spear that seemed alive with energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In truth, he was nearly as handsome as Victor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The difference was—Victor had a slightly wicked aura, while this man gave off the presence of a radiant hero.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stood waiting for his next opponent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Five people were already lying defeated on the platform, including Martin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All of them had reached the Sovereign Realm. Martin had likely just broken through.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Victor was clearly behind—being two to four years younger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he had only come to watch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He noticed a restaurant nearby, its outdoor seating occupied by nobles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Victor immediately drew attention upon arrival.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naturally, the main reason was the unparalleled beauty beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though she kept her head lowered, it was obvious she followed him obediently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Victor chose an empty table and simply signaled a waiter to bring snacks and drinks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He pretended not to notice the gaze directed at him from the platform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in truth, everyone’s attention had shifted to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They almost forgot why they were there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Evan,\" Victor called.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His loyal follower appeared like a shadow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Make an announcement. Anyone who defeats that man—I’ll help them fulfill a desire involving another person. Whether it’s revenge... or winning over a girl they can’t have.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evan was stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even he was tempted by such a reward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But when he looked at the man on the platform, his confidence wavered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He doubted any student could defeat him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Charles Habsburg might—but he was from an older generation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not a current student.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, Evan stepped forward and shouted:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everyone! Young Master Russell declares—whoever defeats William will have their wish fulfilled! Whether it’s revenge or obtaining the woman you desire!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd erupted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was something many of them deeply wanted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And they knew Victor had the power to make it happen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The opponent was too strong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After witnessing several miserable defeats, no one dared step forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>William, standing atop the platform, frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why don’t you come yourself? Or do you not know how to fight?\" he said, pointing his spear at Victor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To others, this was a clash between young masters—naturally exciting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Victor only smiled, offering no response.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His cultivation was lower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But that didn’t mean he would lose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Five Will Powers were no joke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If his opponent had only one, Victor could win easily—even if they were a level higher and possessed a Heaven-Class Talent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This wasn’t the time to reveal his strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wanted to observe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh! Look!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone suddenly stepped onto the platform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pale, handsome young man with an extremely concealed aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first glance, he seemed like an ordinary person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But once recognized, the students grew excited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alex finally stepped up!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The owner of the Heaven Dragon Soul!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He came weak, but his strength skyrocketed!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He defeated famous students one after another—he’s undefeated now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Headmaster personally teaches him!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Maybe he can win!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah—there’s hope!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>William showed interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You—the one whose skeleton was stolen?\" he said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A taboo topic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saying that could easily provoke Alex.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even mentioning the thief was dangerous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one even dared glance at Victor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That was likely fate—meant to support someone else,\" Alex replied calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can still take it back. Follow me—I’ll help you reclaim it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can’t. Stop talking. Let’s fight.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex clearly disliked conversation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He charged forward—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His aura exploded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive red dragon manifested around him, its cracked blood-red eyes radiating fury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>ROAR!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound shook the air violently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He has no equal in the academy,\" someone muttered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even William, who had never looked serious, became focused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two clusters of white light burst from his body—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dominant, radiant—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His power instantly doubled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn... two Will Powers!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alex will lose unless he has them too!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two red lights emerged from Alex, forming small roaring dragons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each Will Power was unique—shaped by its owner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With two each, they were already beyond ordinary Great Sovereigns.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they clashed—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire platform trembled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without the formation, the destruction would have spread far beyond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their battle alone could destroy a small city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Alexandra watched seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who would win?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was the question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Victor simply drank his tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had already seen enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that he understood their strength—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fight no longer interested him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Evan,\" he called again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, Young Master!\" Evan responded instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Alexandra shifted her attention to Victor as he spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, here’s the situation—I’ve fully mastered the technique from Lady Jade Sovereign.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So fast.\" Victor hadn’t even finished speaking when Evan accidentally cut him off in shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uh... yeah...\" He became awkward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This didn’t match his understanding of Victor’s talent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It shouldn’t have been this fast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alexandra, meanwhile, fell into thought, wondering what allowed Victor to master the technique in just two weeks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young Master, do you need blood containing anger now?\" Evan asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s exactly what I want.\" Victor nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finding blood was easy—but finding the kind he needed was another matter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Victor, there’s no need to go through the trouble. I can help you,\" Alexandra suddenly said, surprising him.\u003C\u002Fp>",1052,"2026-06-03T12:49:08.526Z","2026-06-03T12:49:16.299Z",1,"novelbin.me","3d678ea319e6fa5ba70fe43c36678ded7c295a6914111699b5d69c8d1b8a48a4","my-mother-is-the-villain-chapter-55","my-mother-is-the-villain-chapter-53",74,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fmy-mother-is-the-villain-cover.jpg"]