[{"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-76":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},691471,926,"Chapter 76 : Trust issues","rise-of-the-villain-in-a-world-ruled-by-anomalie-chapter-76",76,"\u003Cp>[ A few moments ago ]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside a massive room, dimly lit yet filled with an imposing presence, a giant table stood at the center.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the head of the table—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A woman sat silently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had deep ocean-blue hair that flowed smoothly behind her, and sharp brown eyes that carried an unnatural calmness. Her expression was composed, yet there was something cold hidden beneath it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Around the table—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Four more individuals were seated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each one of them radiated strength, their auras tightly controlled, barely leaking any presence despite the pressure they naturally carried.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two of them were women.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One appeared to be a teenage girl with a grim expression, her eyes sharp and observant. The other was a woman in her thirties, her posture relaxed but her gaze calculating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The remaining two were men.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One was in his forties, his build solid and his expression serious. The other was a teenage boy, sitting quietly, yet his presence hinted at something dangerous beneath the surface.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man in his forties stood up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lady... are you sure that in the future you have seen... this guy really destroys the world?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before anyone else could react—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A cold voice cut through the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you doubting my powers right now, David?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blue-haired woman didn’t even look at him directly as she spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My system, as you all know, allows me to see the future... and even gives me the ability to change it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>David immediately shook his head. \"No, that’s not what I meant... it just seems unreal. That a boy—even if he possesses a system like us—could be capable of something like this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade’s eyes shifted toward him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If that is what you truly think... then you are underestimating the power of a system.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And you don’t even deserve to have one.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>David’s eye twitched slightly, but he controlled himself. \"I was just speaking based on my own experience... as you know, my system’s abilities are... unusual.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He let out a small breath. \"It rewards me based on good karma and bad karma.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the tension could rise further—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The teenage girl spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Forget him, my lady... but if that guy you’re talking about is that dangerous... do you think we can make him join us?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade leaned back slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her expression remained unreadable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well... if that doesn’t work out... then you already know what we have to do.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice turned colder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can go all out... and finish it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She paused briefly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thankfully, Yuna Akatsuki isn’t with them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes darkened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Otherwise... we would have to call every member from all our bases across different countries.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence filled the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All four of them nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade’s phone buzzed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She picked it up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A voice came through. \"Both of them have left the house.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade stood up slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright... everyone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze sharpened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s time to work.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other four stood up as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their voices echoed together—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For a better world.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade smiled faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For a better world.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>--------\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[ Present ]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur stood calmly in front of Tsunade, a faint smile resting on his face, as if nothing around him carried any real weight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sharp metallic sound echoed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sword blade rested against his neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liana’s voice followed, filled with anger. \"How dare you raise your hand against us when we didn’t even intend to fight... we only asked for a simple apology for your rudeness.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her grip on the sword tightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And now you’ve gone ahead and hit... and insulted someone from the Imperius household. Do you even understand what will happen to you and your family when they find out?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice turned colder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Get on your knees and ask for forgiveness... this is your last chance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur didn’t move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My family, huh...? I wish someone would actually try to do what you’re saying.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liana’s eyes widened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur tilted his head. \"Also... you’re forgetting something.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His smile deepened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m not alone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment those words left his mouth—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A blur of movement flashed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A kick landed directly on Liana’s hand—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Knocking the sword away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>BAM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A punch followed instantly, aimed straight at her jaw.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just before the impact—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liana reacted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She raised her palm, blocking the attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her body slid backward across the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes filled with shock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her hand trembled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’What the hell... what kind of strength does this bitch have...?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julia stood there, calm and composed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Back off... before I twist that neck of yours.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She paused slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And just so you know... I held back deliberately.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liana’s face turned red—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From anger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From humiliation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t step back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She pulled out another sword from her spatial storage ring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her aura flared violently, pressure spreading across the area.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll show both of you—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur sighed lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You really don’t seem worth my time anymore... but I’m sure I’ll enjoy playing with you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He raised his hand slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come on.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liana moved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her speed blurred.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She dashed forward—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sword aimed straight at Arthur.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just as she was about to strike—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A figure appeared between them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without warning—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her attack was stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s all it took.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her sword was caught effortlessly between them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liana’s eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade stood there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"On whose authority are you fighting here... and disturbing everyone present?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pressure in the room shifted instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liana froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lady Tsunade... we didn’t mean to cause a disturbance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She quickly pointed toward Arthur and Julia. \"They are the ones who started this—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s enough, Ms. Clington.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade cut her off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ve seen everything that happened.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze shifted toward Jafar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And I also know who escalated this situation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jafar’s breath hitched. \"I... no... I was just—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade glanced at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He immediately fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade spoke again. \"Since you are here on behalf of the Imperius family... I will let this go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But you cannot stay here any longer.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice turned firm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please leave immediately.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liana’s expression twisted. \"You’re telling us to leave... because of these beggars?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Using the Imperius family’s name everywhere... just because your Clington family are beggars clinging to power.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes locked onto hers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And you’re calling us beggars... what a joke.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liana’s face turned bright red—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As laughter erupted across the hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People whispered, some openly mocking, others barely holding back their amusement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jafar’s expression twisted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both of them stood there—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grinding their teeth in anger and humiliation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur looked at them calmly. \"I suggest you pick up that Oliver guy and leave... before the Imperius family finds out you’ve made a mockery of their name and decide to execute you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liana and Jafar froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His words hit them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slowly—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They came back to their senses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jafar’s face paled slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He immediately turned and shouted, \"You useless mutts! What are you standing around for? Go and pick up Mr. Oliver right now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servants rushed forward in panic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They carefully lifted the unconscious Oliver from the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without wasting another second—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They began to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Jafar passed by Arthur—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes filled with rage. \"Boy... don’t think this is over. You’ve insulted the wrong people today... and you will pay for it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur didn’t respond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Jafar took a step forward—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur casually extended his leg.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jafar tripped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thud—!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He fell face-first onto the ground again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hall exploded with laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jafar scrambled up instantly, his face burning with humiliation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t dare look back this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He ran after Liana. \"Liana! Wait for me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And just like that—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were gone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade stepped forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice rang clearly across the hall. \"Everyone... apologies for the interruption.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room quieted instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The auction will begin shortly... please remain seated.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Almost immediately—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Voices rose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chanting her name.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Respect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Authority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur glanced around casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his eyes sharpened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He noticed something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were too many waiters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Too many maids.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moving around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Serving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’...That’s not normal.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’I wonder why she needs this many people.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A voice echoed inside his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Host... the maids and servants here, aside from the guards brought by the guests... are all hypnotized.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur’s eyes widened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’...So that’s how it is.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He exhaled slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Looks like we’ll have to be careful.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A voice reached him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can I talk to you... in private?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur looked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julia immediately stepped forward. \"I will also come with—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade cut her off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I just want a little of his time... in private.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julia frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was about to argue—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur spoke first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It would be my pleasure.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned toward Julia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you trust me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julia looked straight into his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Absolutely not.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur nodded. \"Good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He smiled slightly. \"Then let me go with her... and save me if I’m in danger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julia’s mouth twitched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur stepped closer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And hugged her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julia froze in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur leaned close to her ear and whispered in a low voice—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Leave this place in two minutes. The guests she has called... she intends to kill them all today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A brief pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And don’t trust James... that guy is really suspicious.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julia froze for a brief moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shock ran through her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A thousand questions surged at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’What did he just say...? Kill everyone...? What is going on...?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t show it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She forced herself to stay calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her expression remained steady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Controlled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if nothing had happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur pulled back slightly—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And kissed her cheek.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Playing along.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know you can’t live a second without me... but just hold yourself back, okay?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A vein popped on Julia’s forehead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She clenched her fist slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’This idiot...!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a split second—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She really wanted to punch him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she held herself back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She forced a smile instead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course... babe. Come back fast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur almost laughed—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But managed to hold it in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned toward Tsunade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s go, Lady Tsunade.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade smiled faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Follow me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them walked away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They moved through a long, silent hallway, away from the crowd and noise of the main hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only the sound of their footsteps echoed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur broke the silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So... Miss Sakura.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes sharpened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur continued calmly, looking straight at her. \"You know... your dad is really worried about you. He sent me here to take you back.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint smile appeared on his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So what do you say... will you come with me quietly?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A brief pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Or will I have to drag you... and maybe even dance with you a little?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade stared at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then suddenly—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She laughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A clear, amused laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You really are becoming more and more interesting... the more I get to know you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze locked onto his.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How did you find out...? Even the people I work with don’t know my real name.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur shrugged slightly. \"Sorry... but I don’t share my contacts.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arthur’s expression changed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Multiple presences.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hidden.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Waiting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’...So they’re here already.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He spoke inside his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’System... show me the conditions.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Notifications began appearing in front of him.\u003C\u002Fp>",1898,"2026-06-02T09:14:49.255Z",1,"novelbin.me","b060082aaa8d2d59949b949f9a868a17a30d537d7d89e9062767b31a7c6c058b","rise-of-the-villain-in-a-world-ruled-by-anomalie-chapter-77","rise-of-the-villain-in-a-world-ruled-by-anomalie-chapter-75",140,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Frise-of-the-villain-in-a-world-ruled-by-anomalie-cover.jpg"]