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I","this-villain-is-too-self-destructive-chapter-32",32,"\u003Cp>The Third Squad, bearing their bedraggled state and vital intelligence, returned to the temporary camp at top speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Captain Zhao Lie, ignoring his own injuries, immediately headed to the main military tent to see the supreme commander of this suppression operation—an Imperial General with an aura as steady as a mountain and an intimidating presence, whose cultivation base was shockingly at the Nascent Soul realm!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Zhao Lie reported that they had discovered the Netherworld Blood-Refining Array and a Netherworld Blood Core within the Netherworld Ravine, encountered a late-stage Golden Core Elder of the Netherworld Sect, and deduced their intent to pollute the earth veins and channel the power of a sacred object, the atmosphere in the entire main tent turned heavy to the extreme!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Netherworld Sect! Such unmitigated gall!\" The Nascent Soul General slammed his palm onto the table, and the sturdy ironwood desk instantly turned to dust! The terrifying spiritual pressure made every general in the tent feel a chill in their hearts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Pass the order!\" The General’s voice was icy, carrying the aura of iron-blooded slaughter. \"The First, Second, and Fifth Legions are to assemble immediately, target: Netherworld Ravine! Seal all entrances and exits, and set up the 'Nine Heavens Demon-Sweeping Array'! We must not let the Netherworld Sect's conspiracy succeed!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Additionally, send an urgent report of this matter to the Imperial Capital! Request that the Array Master Guild and the Alchemist Guild dispatch experts to provide support and deal with potential earth vein pollution and toxic miasma!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Notify all conscripted squads currently on missions outside to move toward the camp immediately, stay vigilant, and guard against the Netherworld Sect jumping over the wall in desperation!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Order after order was quickly relayed, and the entire camp began to operate efficiently and rapidly like a massive war machine. An aura of grim slaughter rose into the sky, and the oppressive feeling of an impending great battle enveloped everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the key provider of this intelligence and the \"hero\" who \"severely wounded\" a late-stage Golden Core Elder of the Netherworld Sect (with some artistic embellishment during the report), the name Lin Xuan (Mu Xuan) entered the vision of the Imperial military high command for the first time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was temporarily arranged to rest in a separate tent, and a military medical officer came to check his injuries (mainly spiritual power exhaustion and slight concussions).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, Zhao Lie, dragging his bandaged wounds, arrived at Lin Xuan's tent with a scribe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fellow Daoist Mu Xuan, this is Scribe Liu of the army. He needs to make a detailed record of your operation for the purpose of awarding merit and filing,\" Zhao Lie explained, his gaze toward Lin Xuan filled with gratitude and admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan nodded, indicating his cooperation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Scribe Liu’s attitude was very polite as he asked in detail about the entire process of discovering the cave, investigating the array, encountering the powerful enemy, and using the sword talisman and thunder-fire beads to cover their retreat. Lin Xuan had already prepared a draft, describing the process as extremely perilous and highlighting the evil of the Netherworld Sect and the heroism of his own side; as for his specific methods, he glossed over them with the phrase \"a life-saving item accidentally bestowed by an elder.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once the recording was finished, Scribe Liu respectfully took his leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhao Lie, however, did not leave immediately. He looked at Lin Xuan, pondered for a moment, and said in a low voice, \"Fellow Daoist Mu, you have performed a great service this time. According to military regulations, the rewards will certainly not be small. But... you must also be prepared.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh? Why does Captain Zhao say that?\" Lin Xuan raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Netherworld Sect's conspiracy has been exposed and they have suffered heavy losses; they will certainly not let this go. You ruined their good deed and... wounded their Elder, so they will likely list you as a primary target for retaliation,\" Zhao Lie said with a serious expression. \"Moreover, the sword talisman you used has astonishing power, and its origin likely has aroused the curiosity of certain people. Within the Imperial Capital, the factions are intricate and complex...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan understood what Zhao Lie meant. On one hand, there was the threat of the Netherworld Sect, and on the other, the \"value\" and \"secrets\" he had displayed might also be targeted by other factions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Many thanks for the reminder, Captain Zhao. I have it in mind.\" Lin Xuan cupped his hands. He had long anticipated this, which was why he had always used an alias and disguise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As long as you understand.\" Zhao Lie nodded. \"As the army moves out next, we conscripted cultivators will likely be assigned to auxiliary units. The danger remains significant, so Fellow Daoist Mu must be extra careful.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After seeing Zhao Lie off, Lin Xuan sat alone in the tent, digesting the information he had just received.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Imperial military was reacting quickly, mobilizing troops and generals; it seemed they were playing for real. This was good for thwarting the Netherworld Sect's conspiracy, but once large-scale conflict broke out, the situation would become even more chaotic and dangerous.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Netherworld Sect's retaliation... the prying of other factions...\" Lin Xuan rubbed his brow. \"It seems I must find a way to improve my strength, or... find a thicker thigh to cling to?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought of the Four Seas Trading Company. Qian Duoduo and that Ninth Elder seemed to have \"invested\" heavily in him; perhaps he could use this opportunity to deepen the connection?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he was pondering, a report came from outside the tent: \"Fellow Daoist Mu Xuan, someone is here to see you from outside the camp, claiming to be Qian Duoduo of the Four Seas Trading Company.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Speak of the devil!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan’s spirits lifted: \"Invite him in quickly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tent flap was lifted, and Qian Duoduo walked in, still waving his folding fan with that cynical air, but his eyes were much sharper than usual.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tsk tsk, Elder Mu, it’s only been a few days, and you’ve caused such a stir?\" Qian Duoduo plopped down opposite Lin Xuan and looked him up and down. \"Breaking into a Netherworld Sect stronghold alone, wounding a late-stage Golden Core with a sword, leading a squad to retreat unscathed... your battle record is almost catching up to the protagonist in a storybook!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan gave a wry smile: \"Young Master Qian, please don't mock me. It was just a lucky escape; I almost didn't make it back.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Luck alone can't wound that old ghost You Wang.\" Qian Duoduo closed his folding fan, his expression becoming a bit more serious. \"The main branch has already received the news. The Ninth Elder asked me to bring you a message—well done! The trading company will not treat those who have performed meritorious service unfairly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused, lowering his voice: \"Additionally, the Ninth Elder asked me to inquire if, in that cave, besides the Blood-Refining Array, you discovered anything else special? For example... traces related to space or some kind of ancient ritual?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan’s heart stirred, and he recalled the \"signs of spatial distortion\" scanned by the system and the \"channeling the power of a sacred object\" mentioned by Elder You Wang. The Four Seas Trading Company's intelligence network was indeed formidable, and they seemed particularly concerned about matters related to \"sacred objects.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He pondered for a moment and decided to reveal some information; after all, the two sides were now in a cooperative relationship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There were indeed some anomalies.\" Lin Xuan nodded. \"The space deep in that cave seemed unstable. The people from the Netherworld Sect mentioned 'channeling the power of a sacred object.' I suspect they didn't just want to pollute the earth veins; they might have wanted to establish a permanent stronghold there, or... summon something.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A flash of light appeared in Qian Duoduo’s eyes: \"Channeling a sacred object... spatial anomalies... so that's it!\" His gaze toward Lin Xuan became even more eager. \"Elder Mu, you have performed a great service this time! This piece of news is worth more than destroying ten Blood-Refining Arrays!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stood up, paced back and forth twice, and said quickly: \"You should follow the military’s movements for now, but be sure to be careful. The Netherworld Sect is vengeful and will never let you go. I have already arranged for people to keep an eye out in secret; if there is any unusual movement, they will support you at the first opportunity. Once this matter is over and you return to the Imperial Capital, the Ninth Elder wants to see you personally. There will definitely be a great reward!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan nodded: \"I trouble Young Master Qian and the Ninth Elder.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qian Duoduo patted Lin Xuan on the shoulder: \"Rest assured, you are now a 'potential stock' of our Four Seas Trading Company; we won't let you be easily broken. Alright, I cannot stay long, take care of yourself!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After saying this, he left the tent as silently as he had arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Qian Duoduo left, Lin Xuan’s mood settled slightly. With the Four Seas Trading Company supporting him from behind, at least he was not fighting alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He sat cross-legged and began to circulate his energy to regulate his breathing, recovering his consumed spiritual power while sorting out the current situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Imperial military, the Netherworld Sect, the Four Seas Trading Company, and the yet-to-appear Ye Chen and other factions... the waters of the Ten Thousand Beasts Mountain Range were getting deeper and deeper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Strength, my strength is still not enough...\" Lin Xuan felt his first-layer Golden Core cultivation base. Although he could maneuver with the help of the system and his trump cards, he was still like an ant when facing Nascent Soul or even higher-level existences.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I must obtain the Golden Core Jade Liquid as soon as possible and advance to the mid-stage or even late-stage Golden Core!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He cast his gaze outside the tent, where the Imperial army was assembling, and an aura of grim slaughter permeated the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The storm was about to arrive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And he, it seemed, had unknowingly already stood at the eye of this storm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of Chapter 32)\u003C\u002Fp>",1704,"2026-06-20T01:44:26.720Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","261de59c4ee1be5594f87a6ab06b72a3d5be618c602d3276dc18749cc86841cc","this-villain-is-too-self-destructive-chapter-33","this-villain-is-too-self-destructive-chapter-31",182,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthis-villain-is-too-self-destructive-cover.jpg"]