[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-turns-out-i-m-in-a-villain-clan":3,"chapter-turns-out-i-m-in-a-villain-clan-turns-out-i-m-in-a-villain-clan-chapter-20":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Turns Out, I’m In A Villain Clan!",{"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},60328,84,"Chapter 20 20: Chu Ziyan Arrives At Bai Clan!","turns-out-i-m-in-a-villain-clan-chapter-20",20,"\u003Cp>A sleek, luxurious flying ship glided through the skies, descending toward the Bai Clan's grand estate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The vessel bore the insignia of the Chu Clan, one of the most powerful noble families in the Desolate Heaven Empire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Standing at the bow, Chu Ziyan gazed at the sprawling Bai Clan estate below, her red eyes calm yet slightly amused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind tugged at her robes, and her long, jet-black hair fluttered behind her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(It's been years since I was last here… and now, I'm returning as Bai Zihan's fiancée. Who would have thought?)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She smirked to herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of all the possibilities, this was one she hadn't expected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her fingers traced the hilt of the sword at her waist as she recalled her first encounter with Bai Zihan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A bratty nine-year-old with too much arrogance, too little self-awareness, and an annoying tendency to think he was invincible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(Well, he was a good toy!)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A chuckle escaped her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had only taken a few hits to put him in his place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She remembered how he had gone from an overconfident young master to a miserable little lackey, forced to serve her tea and follow her every order.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For two weeks, he had been her personal errand boy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even back then, she had been stronger than him—far stronger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And now?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(I wonder… has he changed at all?)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Somehow, she doubted it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had seen many people like Bai Zihan in the Heaven Sword Sect—drunk on power that wasn't truly theirs—though he was the weakest of them all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ship landed smoothly in the Bai Clan's courtyard. Several Bai Clan elders and attendants were already waiting to receive her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With graceful movements, Chu Ziyan stepped off the ship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her presence was commanding yet effortless—an undeniable aura of confidence and strength surrounded her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The elders bowed respectfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lady Chu, we welcome you to the Bai Clan!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She nodded in acknowledgment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I appreciate the hospitality.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A servant stepped forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lady Chu, we have prepared a residence for you during your stay. Would you like to rest first, or would you prefer to meet with the young master?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She waved a hand dismissively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'll rest later. For now, take me to Bai Xueqing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servant hesitated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lady Xueqing is currently training. Would you still want to meet her?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The servant nodded and led the way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Others weren't allowed to disturb Bai Xueqing during her training, but it was a different story if the person in question was Chu Ziyan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan arrived at the Bai Clan's sword training grounds, where Bai Xueqing, the Heaven Sword Sect's rising genius, was practicing her swordsmanship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each of Bai Xueqing's movements was sharp, precise, and deadly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her sword carved through the air with a sound akin to ripping silk, leaving faint traces of sword intent lingering in its wake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan watched for a moment before stepping forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Still as sharp as ever, I see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing stopped mid-strike, her gaze shifting toward the familiar voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When she saw Chu Ziyan, a rare smile crossed her usually cold face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ziyan!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sheathed her sword and walked over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I heard you were coming, but I wasn't expecting you to arrive so soon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan shrugged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, the elders in my clan want me to take care of my business with the Bai Clan as soon as possible.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Bai Clan had a strong reason to align themselves with the Chu Clan, but the same was true for the Chu Clan—perhaps even more so.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their competitors were receiving support from two of the other top three strongest clans, and their market share was shrinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, they hoped that Chu Ziyan could finalize her engagement with Bai Zihan as soon as possible before the situation worsened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing's sharp eyes narrowed slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What business do you have?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing asked, confused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn't think Chu Ziyan was mature enough to meddle in the affairs between the Chu and Bai Clans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even she wasn't qualified to do so.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What? You don't believe me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing crossed her arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Knowing you… you're probably isn't here for any important business.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well… maybe?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stepped forward and placed a hand on Bai Xueqing's shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have good news for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What news?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan's smile widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm going to be your big sister now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silence!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing blinked, not quite understanding at first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her expression darkened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"…You can't mean—?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's right! Your clan and mine have arranged for me to marry your dear little brother.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She leaned in slightly, amusement dancing in her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So from now on, you should call me 'Big Sister Ziyan'!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing's lips twitched violently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, she was utterly speechless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of all the things she had expected Chu Ziyan to say—this was the last.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing, or anyone else outside of that meeting, had no idea about Bai Zihan's soon-to-be engagement with Chu Ziyan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And until the engagement was officially announced, the matter was to be kept secret.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing had only been informed that Chu Ziyan would soon be visiting the Bai Clan—nothing more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hadn't known the reason until now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"…You're joking.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Nope!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"…You're serious?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing exhaled deeply and rubbed her temples.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She would have been happy if Chu Ziyan was marrying her brother—if only Bai Zihan wasn't her brother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was low.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're really going to marry that annoying brat?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan grinned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing stared at her friend for a long moment, searching for any sign of hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was none.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan tilted her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why not?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing's face twitched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Because he's Bai Zihan?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That reason alone should have been enough for most people to avoid marriage with him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan let out a light laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"True, true. He's an idiot.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then why?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I think it'll be fun and I get to be your big sister.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing closed her eyes, exhaling through her nose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A part of her wanted to say, \"I'll call off this engagement myself!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she knew it wasn't that simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The marriage wasn't just about Bai Zihan and Chu Ziyan—it was an alliance between their two clans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, this could also stabilize Bai Zihan's position as heir.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although she didn't like him very much, he was still her brother, and she knew this marriage alliance could benefit him greatly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But was Ziyan truly okay with it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing shook her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She felt a headache coming on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"…Whatever. If you really want to do this, I won't stop you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good. Then go ahead and say it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Say what?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You know what.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"…I don't.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan's eyes gleamed mischievously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Call me Big Sister!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing's expression darkened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Ziyan chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, don't worry. There's plenty of time for you to say it later. After all—we're family now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Xueqing stared at Chu Ziyan, who seemed determined to go through with marrying Bai Zihan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'll go and meet my soon-to-be fiancé now, little sister!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1180,"2026-05-28T18:17:14.212Z","2026-06-01T04:28:34.960Z",1,"novelbin.me","6221a22290c59c6ad2c828c13cf458215f88c68a8f5503110debf81bae7530c7","turns-out-i-m-in-a-villain-clan-chapter-21","turns-out-i-m-in-a-villain-clan-chapter-19",580,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fturns-out-i-m-in-a-villain-clan-cover.jpg"]