[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-this-villain-is-too-self-destructive":3,"chapter-this-villain-is-too-self-destructive-this-villain-is-too-self-destructive-chapter-35":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","This Villain Is Too Self-Destructive",{"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},2282402,4465,"Chapter 35: Post-Battle Tally? I Made a Killing!","this-villain-is-too-self-destructive-chapter-35",35,"\u003Cp>The Nether Ghost Domain dissipated, and the Ghost Soul Ravine was reduced to ruins; only the lingering wisps of death energy and the chaotic mess across the ground bore witness to the heart-stopping battle that had just occurred.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Imperial army quickly secured the scene, clearing the ruins, searching for remnants of the Nether Sect, and tending to the wounded. The entire scene remained busy, but the murderous aura of the great battle had gradually subsided.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan stood at the edge of the ruins, brushing non-existent dust off his green robes with an expression of \"surviving a disaster\" relief. His gaze swept across his surroundings, catching the complex looks cast by many soldiers and conscripted cultivators—some curious, some admiring, and some... carrying a hint of indescribable oddity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, his earlier move of shouting \"I shall assist you\" before diving headlong into the Ghost Domain was truly too impressive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, a messenger trotted over and bowed respectfully to Lin Xuan: \"Senior Mu Xuan, the General requests your presence at the command platform for a talk.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What was meant to come would eventually come. Lin Xuan adjusted his expression and followed the messenger back up to the highest command platform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the command platform, the atmosphere was even more solemn than before. The Nascent Soul General sat in the main seat, his face calm, revealing neither joy nor anger. Liao Chen and Saintess Yun Yao were still at his side, though their gazes toward Lin Xuan carried a hint of scrutiny. Several vice-generals and advisors were also present, their eyes fixed squarely on Lin Xuan as he walked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Junior Mu Xuan pays respects to the General and all seniors.\" Lin Xuan bowed neither servilely nor overbearingly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Nascent Soul General’s gaze was like lightning as it landed on Lin Xuan. He spoke slowly, his voice carrying unquestionable majesty: \"Mu Xuan, why did you... break into the Nether Ghost Domain just now? And why did you shout to assist that Ye Chen?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone’s ears pricked up. This was the question they cared about most. A first-level Golden Core cultivator breaking into a Ghost Domain that even late-stage Golden Core cultivators dared not easily tread, all while shouting to assist a Ye Chen who was clearly there to snatch credit (or rather, snatch loot)? No matter how one looked at it, it reeked of suspicion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan had long since prepared his script. He wore an expression of perfectly timed \"lingering fear\" and \"excitement,\" took a deep breath, and spoke in the hot-blooded tone typical of a \"reckless youth\":\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Reporting to the General! This junior... this junior saw that Ye Chen disregard his own safety, recklessly charging into the Ghost Domain to strike at the heart of the enemy. His courage and ferocity were truly admirable! Although this junior’s cultivation is low, I know the principle that 'the rise and fall of the world is the responsibility of every man'! The Nether Sect is a common enemy of the world; since Daoist Ye Chen dared to face the danger alone... er, the three of them, how could this junior sit idly by? Thus, in a surge of hot-bloodedness, I only wished to lend him a hand and break the enemy together!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused, a look of \"shame\" appearing on his face: \"It is just that... my cultivation was insufficient. After breaking into the Ghost Domain, I was trapped by the death energy and chaotic power, struggling to move. Not only did I fail to help Daoist Ye Chen, I could barely protect myself. I am truly... ashamed before Daoist Ye Chen and ashamed of the General’s trust!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These words were spoken with genuine emotion, containing both admiration for Ye Chen’s \"courage\" (Ye Chen couldn't hear it anyway) and shame for his own \"lack of ability,\" perfectly crafting the image of a young cultivator who was \"passionate and responsible, but limited in strength.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The people on the command platform reacted with varying expressions upon hearing this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liao Chen pressed his palms together, lowering his eyes, his thoughts unreadable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The corners of Saintess Yun Yao’s mouth beneath her veil seemed to twitch slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The vice-generals and advisors looked at one another; some thought the kid was foolishly cute, some thought he was lucky to have escaped with his life, and others thought he might truly just be a simple, hot-blooded youth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Nascent Soul General stared at Lin Xuan for a long time, seemingly trying to find a flaw in his face, but Lin Xuan’s acting skills had been tempered through thousands of trials, and with the aid of his luck disguise, how could it be easily seen through?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, the General nodded slowly, his tone softening: \"Considering your intentions were good, and you previously performed meritorious service in intelligence gathering, this unauthorized intrusion will not be pursued. However, in the future, you must act according to your ability and not be so reckless again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes! This junior will take the General’s teachings to heart!\" Lin Xuan hurriedly replied \"respectfully,\" feeling a weight lift from his heart—this hurdle was cleared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait to the side; once the battle results are tallied, we shall discuss rewards and merits together.\" The General waved his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan retreated to the side as instructed, continuing to play his role as \"background scenery.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The time that followed was spent by the Imperial military summarizing the battle and tallying the results.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this battle, the Imperial army successfully destroyed the Nether Sect’s stronghold in the Ghost Soul Ravine, ruined the Nether Blood-Refining Array, and killed dozens of Nether Sect disciples, including one Golden Core Elder (killed by Ye Chen’s companions), and severely wounded the late-stage Golden Core Elder You Wang (who, although he eventually escaped using a secret technique, had his vitality greatly damaged). It could be called a brilliant victory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, the greatest \"spoil\"—the Nether Blood Core with its power greatly diminished, which had been snatched away by Ye Chen—became the only regret of the operation, causing the Imperial military to lose some face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...In summary, this clearing operation basically achieved its strategic goals and dealt a heavy blow to the Nether Sect’s forces in the Ten Thousand Beasts Mountain Range...\" the advisor in charge of the report said in a booming voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, it was time to discuss merits and rewards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the one who first discovered and reported the Nether Sect’s conspiracy, \"severely wounded\" Elder You Wang during the investigation (officially recognized), and \"heroically\" broke into the Ghost Domain (though he achieved nothing, his spirit was commendable), Lin Xuan was naturally a key name in the book of merits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Conscripted cultivator Mu Xuan, for meritorious investigation and commendable courage, is hereby granted five thousand high-grade spirit stones, three bottles of third-tier 'Spirit-Nourishing Elixir' (for nourishing spiritual sense), and three thousand Imperial contribution points! And one Grade-B military merit!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The announcement of the generous rewards drew envious gazes from many cultivators nearby. High-grade spirit stones, precious elixirs for nourishing spiritual sense, Imperial contribution points (which could be exchanged for various resources in the Imperial treasury), and Grade-B military merit (which could be exchanged for higher-level treasures or even official positions once accumulated)—for a Golden Core cultivator, this reward was definitely generous!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan was also satisfied. The spirit stones and elixirs were tangible benefits, and the contribution points and military merit were important capital for exchanging for \"Spirit-Condensing Jade Liquid\" in the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stepped forward and respectfully accepted the storage bag and military merit token representing the rewards: \"Thank you, General, for the reward!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Nascent Soul General looked at him and revealed a rare smile: \"Mu Xuan, you are very good. Work hard; your future is promising.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This junior will certainly work hard!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once the rewards were distributed, the crowd gradually dispersed. Liao Chen and Saintess Yun Yao also left quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as Lin Xuan was preparing to return to his tent to properly tally his gains (both the public and private ones), Qian Duoduo popped out from nowhere and threw an arm around his shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not bad, Elder Mu! This move of yours is practically a textbook example of 'gaining both fame and fortune'!\" Qian Duoduo winked and transmitted his voice: \"You established public credit, took the rewards, and built up your presence in front of the higher-ups. Most importantly... hehe, those few pieces of 'Nether Profound Stone' you fished out are good stuff!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan’s heart stirred, but his expression remained unchanged: \"Young Master Qian is joking. It’s a miracle I escaped with my life; how could I have the capacity to fish for any stones?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come on, still pretending with me?\" Qian Duoduo chuckled. \"That stuff is deadly poison to others, but for certain special cultivation techniques or... certain existences, it’s a great tonic! Our firm has ways to handle it. If you’re interested in selling, I guarantee you’ll be satisfied with the price!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Xuan glanced at Qian Duoduo; this guy was truly well-informed. He pondered for a moment and transmitted back: \"Let’s discuss this later. I’m going back to regulate my breathing first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood, understood. Elder Mu, get some good rest! I’ll find you later!\" Qian Duoduo didn't pester him, patted him with a smile, and turned to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Returning to his tent and activating the isolation array, Lin Xuan finally relaxed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He first tallied the Imperial rewards: the five thousand high-grade spirit stones were rich in spiritual energy, the three bottles of Spirit-Nourishing Elixir were excellent for spiritual sense cultivation, and the three thousand contribution points were recorded on his identity token.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, he solemnly took out the few pieces of Nether Profound Stone he had fished from the ruins of the Ghost Domain. The stones were pitch black, ice-cold to the touch, and contained pure and violent Nether death energy within.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"System, identify these Nether Profound Stones and evaluate their value and uses.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Ding! Deep scanning... Nether Profound Stone, fourth-tier material, containing high-purity Nether death energy and residual soul resentment. Uses: 1. Can be used as cultivation resources for high-level Nether techniques; 2. Can be used to refine Nether-attribute magic treasures; 3. Can be absorbed by the system and converted into special energy (requires purification of death energy, conversion efficiency approx. 30%), estimated system energy gain 15%; 4. Can be used to cast certain special curses or secret arts.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It could be converted into system energy? Lin Xuan’s eyes lit up! Although the conversion efficiency wasn't high, this was a new way to obtain energy besides doing missions and absorbing \"sacred objects\"! Plus, it could be used for artifact refining or casting secret arts; it had many uses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Keep them for now; they might be useful later.\" Lin Xuan put the Nether Profound Stones back into his Dust Ring. He wasn't short on spirit stones right now, and these things might come in handy at a critical moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, he looked at the system panel. After this series of events, his Slacking Points had skyrocketed again!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Slacking Points: 15,000!]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was enough for him to exchange for many good things or use to improve his cultivation and divine abilities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This trip to the Ten Thousand Beasts Mountain Range, although full of twists and turns, the harvest... was truly a massive profit!\" A genuine smile appeared on Lin Xuan’s face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the surface, he had established great merit and gained generous rewards and the favor of the military.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Privately, he had obtained precious Nether Profound Stones, figured out the connection between the system and Nether power, and his luck and Slacking Points had also increased significantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More importantly, he had ruined the Nether Sect’s conspiracy and temporarily resolved this major threat (at least in the short term, the Nether Sect would be unable to cause him trouble).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It is time to consider returning to the Imperial Capital to make final preparations for the Tianbao Pavilion auction.\" Lin Xuan cast his gaze toward the direction of the Imperial Capital.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Spirit-Condensing Jade Liquid—he was determined to get it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And after this battle, the name \"Mu Xuan\" would surely spread back to the Imperial Capital along with the Imperial military’s battle reports, entering the view of more factions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>New storms were perhaps already waiting for him in the Imperial Capital.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of Chapter 35)\u003C\u002Fp>",2044,"2026-06-20T01:44:26.720Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","d6dbb6e8e4f661673693bbc5d795766f098471af95b259dcf620528611df54bf","this-villain-is-too-self-destructive-chapter-36","this-villain-is-too-self-destructive-chapter-34",182,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthis-villain-is-too-self-destructive-cover.jpg"]