[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-rise-of-the-villain-in-a-world-ruled-by-anomalie":3,"chapter-rise-of-the-villain-in-a-world-ruled-by-anomalie-rise-of-the-villain-in-a-world-ruled-by-anomalie-chapter-73":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Rise Of The Villain : In a World Ruled By Anomalies",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},691468,926,"Chapter 73 : Condition","rise-of-the-villain-in-a-world-ruled-by-anomalie-chapter-73",73,"\u003Cp>Arthur suddenly leaned back and laughed lightly. \"Don’t worry... I’ll personally go to the auction today and capture those bastards for you. You don’t have to worry.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuichi slowly turned his head toward Arthur.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur met his gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a brief moment—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two stared at each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air between them felt heavy, like an unspoken challenge had just been issued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuichi smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Kid... I don’t doubt your skills,\" he said calmly, \"but my daughter’s life is at stake here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His tone shifted slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And that’s why I want Yuna involved in this matter.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked toward Yuna.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’ll help me, right... sis?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuna smiled warmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s not even a question I need to answer, Yuichi,\" she said. \"Of course, I will help you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuichi and James both relaxed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A small smile appeared on their faces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before they could say anything—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuna’s voice cut in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sharp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room froze again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you doubt my disciples...\" she continued, her eyes narrowing slightly, \"then you’re doubting my skills and my teaching.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And that seriously pisses me off.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The temperature in the room seemed to drop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint pressure filled the space, subtle—but suffocating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So I’ll help you...\" she added, \"on one condition.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze sharpened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You let Arthur and Julia handle it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James’s eyes widened. \"What? But—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur raised his hand slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My master has spoken,\" he said calmly. \"So that’s the end of the discussion... unless you want us to leave.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuichi and James looked at each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just a brief exchange of looks—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then both nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We accept the condition,\" Yuichi said. \"But in return... make sure Sakura and Himari come back safely.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur looked at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then smiled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I swear on my name... if I fail... I’ll work as a butler in this villa for the rest of my life.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the servants nearby stopped moving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’...What did he just say?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuna leaned slightly toward him and whispered, \"Are you getting cocky... brat?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julia stared at him. \"Have you gone insane?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur’s mouth twitched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You guys don’t have even a little trust in me... do you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuna and Julia replied instantly—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In unison.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No. We don’t.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A vein popped on Arthur’s forehead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What an unlucky guy I am...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His expression changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sharp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The playfulness disappeared as if it had never existed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked toward Yuichi and James.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But...\" he continued, \"if I succeed... I want something in return.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their expressions tightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur leaned forward slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You will provide me whatever I need... whenever I need it. No questions asked.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even if I decide to go to war with someone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The weight of his words settled heavily over everyone present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur smiled faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So... what do you say? Do we have a deal?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuichi and James were stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James immediately spoke, \"Father, we need to think this through—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before he could finish—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuichi stood up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And grabbed Arthur’s hand firmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I accept.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room froze again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will forever be grateful... if you bring my family back safely.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur looked at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then nodded once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just believe in me,\" he said calmly. \"I’m the most honest guy you’ll ever find in this world.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yuna and Julia both opened their mouths—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then stopped themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’...That’s the biggest lie I’ve ever heard.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James exhaled slowly, clearly overwhelmed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he stood up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll show you your rooms,\" he said. \"Come with me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tension lingered in the air—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As things had just escalated far beyond a simple rescue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James led them through the vast corridors of the mansion, his footsteps echoing softly against the polished marble floors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The deeper they went—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The more luxurious everything became.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Paintings lined the walls, each looking like it belonged in a museum. Golden frames, rare artifacts, soft carpets beneath their feet—everything was excessive, yet perfectly arranged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint fragrance lingered in the air, something subtle yet refined, as if even the atmosphere here had been carefully curated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soft lights embedded along the walls cast a warm glow, giving the entire corridor an almost unreal elegance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur glanced around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Yeah... this place screams money.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But beneath that thought, his eyes lingered just a bit longer on certain details—the positioning of guards, the blind spots between corridors, the distance between exits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’...And security.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They stopped in front of a large door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James opened it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This will be your room,\" he said calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur stepped inside—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And paused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’...Alright, this is ridiculous.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room was massive. A king-sized bed sat at the center, covered in smooth white sheets. Floor-to-ceiling windows revealed a beautiful view of the estate outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A chandelier hung above, while a sitting area, study desk, and even a private bath could be seen further inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everything looked untouched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perfect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Expensive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur walked a few steps in, running his fingers lightly over the surface of a nearby table. Smooth. Polished to perfection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not a speck of dust.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not a flaw.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julia and Yuna were shown their own rooms earlier—each just as lavish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James turned slightly. \"If you need anything, just let the staff know.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was about to leave—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. James.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James stopped and looked back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur leaned casually against the wall. \"Can you tell me one more thing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James gave a small, polite smile. \"Of course.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur’s eyes narrowed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is Miss Sakura... from this country?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James paused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just for a second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then his expression shifted slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why do you ask?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur smiled faintly. \"Just curious.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James studied him carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then answered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No... she is not from this country.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A brief pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you want to know the reason?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur shook his head lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need. I got what I needed.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned toward the bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I just want to rest for a bit. We have an auction to attend this evening.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>James nodded slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stepped out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The door closed behind him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence filled the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur stood still for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then exhaled slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What a messed up family...\" he muttered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint smirk appeared on his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Almost reminds me of my own.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>------\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A\u002FN:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So how was the Chapter? Tell me in the comments!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thanks for the golden tickets:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>@Mark_Smith_8254, @Divo_the_Gamer, @EmVibes, @Brunehzio, @Neon_SsX, @costas3, @Gerson_Tiofack\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I really appreciate the support guy it means a lot. 🤗\u003C\u002Fp>",1067,"2026-06-02T09:14:49.255Z",1,"novelbin.me","0fde0cbb2f4ede043bd34bc7450499b07d07e7f9a1fb660d8713bde9ac84a3ac","rise-of-the-villain-in-a-world-ruled-by-anomalie-chapter-74","rise-of-the-villain-in-a-world-ruled-by-anomalie-chapter-72",140,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Frise-of-the-villain-in-a-world-ruled-by-anomalie-cover.jpg"]