[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-villain-of-fate-the-tyrant-system":3,"chapter-villain-of-fate-the-tyrant-system-villain-of-fate-the-tyrant-system-chapter-110":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Villain of Fate: The Tyrant System",{"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},560698,810,"Chapter 110: Defense First","villain-of-fate-the-tyrant-system-chapter-110",110,"\u003Cp>Defense First\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, Uncle Zain,\" Julian said casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A quiet ease filled his voice, yet those gold-flecked eyes sparkled just slightly with something playful. The calm in his words didn’t match the hint of trouble glowing there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sleek car moved without a sound along the hushed roads of Valemont. Beyond the glass, glowing signs and tall structures drifted by, almost like ripples across a still lake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Isn’t our family planning to develop a tourism project in Antarctica?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fog pressed close behind the glass as Julian rested his arm along the edge of the window frame. Streetlights smudged into glowing trails while he stared without blinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A small grin slowly showed itself across his lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I want you to be in charge of this project.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uncle Zain blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, he didn’t even process what he had just heard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Antarctica?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That place where the wind howled like a thousand ghosts and temperatures could freeze steel?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he could say anything, Julian continued calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Going there and back won’t be easy, so to avoid affecting your family, you should all go together tonight.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian’s voice was gentle—almost considerate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his words carried an unmistakable finality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your salary and bonuses will be tripled, and I’ll trouble you for the next few years.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian spoke as if he were simply assigning an ordinary task.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside his mind, however—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All snitches would be exiled!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had initially considered sending Uncle Zain somewhere chaotic like Syria.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But after thinking about it carefully...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Syria was still too close.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Too easy to come back from.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Antarctica, on the other hand?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that was peaceful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Quiet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Far away from everything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian even imagined it for a second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A group of penguins waddling across the snow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uncle Zain standing there holding a briefcase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Very peaceful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If there were any more snitches next time, Julian was seriously considering sending them to the space station to explore outer space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Uncle Zain, however, had completely misunderstood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes suddenly became moist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Young Master Julian. I will serve the D’Aurelius family with all my heart until my dying breath.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was deeply moved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Young Master Julian was so considerate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only giving him such a massive project—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But even allowing him to bring his family along so they wouldn’t be separated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Truly a generous master.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The car soon arrived at the D’Aurelius residence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After getting out of the car, Uncle Zain stood under the bright lights of the courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His excitement was still bubbling inside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly pulled out his phone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking a picture of the ten-billion Euro check Julian had given him earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he opened the management group chat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Click.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upload.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Post.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, I accidentally did something for Young Master Julian today, and he rewarded me with ten billion.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young Master Julian also assigned me to a new project in Antarctica. When I come back, I’ll bring some Ice Berfs polar bears and a few penguins as souvenirs for you guys.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everyone should work hard. Young Master Julian never mistreats those who contribute.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After posting the picture of the check, Uncle Zain leaned back proudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he waited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It only took seconds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon the entire group chat exploded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Notifications flooded the screen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shera:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn, ten billion? I should’ve stayed with Young Master Julian to continue making contributions.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cillian:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Old Shera, you’re wrong. Even if we’re not with Young Master Julian, we can still make contributions, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another message immediately followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We need to work harder.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then someone asked eagerly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Does anyone know what Young Master Julian wants to do recently? Let me know, and I’ll give you a tenth of the reward.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another person responded instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whoever knows, tell me first, and I’ll give you a fifth.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll give a third.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone suddenly shouted in the group chat:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you trying to outdo everyone?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another message popped up seconds later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Get out, you competitive dog!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire chat group turned into chaos.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Far away in the garage of the D’Aurelius estate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian suddenly shivered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A strange chill ran down his spine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked around suspiciously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The underground garage was quiet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only the faint echo of engines cooling filled the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian rubbed his arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt a vague sense of malice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he couldn’t figure out where it came from.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He frowned slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Could it be that stupid idiot Evan cursing me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian gritted his teeth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he parked the car properly, stepped out, and walked toward the main building.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moments later he arrived at his bedroom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Closing the door behind him, Julian flopped onto the bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he spoke silently in his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shitty system, what’s the reward this time? Don’t tell me it’s another one-time reward.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, there was silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A mechanical voice echoed in his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Beep. The host has successfully survived the plot, rewarding a fully mastered ancient martial art.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian sat up instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can choose between the ’Undestroyable Barrier Skill’ and the ’Favour Return Strike,’ or randomly draw an ancient martial art.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn it...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Surviving the plot had nothing to do with being cautious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this Tyrant System was suddenly being generous?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn’t giving him some useless one-time reward?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian felt tears welling in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could it be...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being reckless gave better rewards?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This unfilial system was finally acting like a decent one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, Julian shouted in his mind:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Man, I choose the ’Undestroyable Barrier Skill.’\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His reasoning was simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because he was afraid of pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had already decided long ago—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All points into defense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This skill could even withstand a punch from the Obsidian King Evan earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not choosing it would be brain-dead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A powerful energy surged through his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Warm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Endless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It flowed through every part of him like a hidden river beneath his skin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Undestroyable Barrier Skill activated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The energy spread across his muscles, bones, and nervous system.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ready to defend him at any moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he raised his fist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s test it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He lightly punched his own arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then punched harder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian’s eyes widened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hey.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It didn’t hurt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He punched his stomach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian scratched his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, I need to find someone else to test it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt he was being too gentle with himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He needed someone who could hit harder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But within the D’Aurelius household—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only one person dared to hit him seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His father.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that thought, Julian immediately left his room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He walked upstairs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then pushed open the door to his father’s study.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the room, Gary D’Aurelius sat at his desk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The large computer screen in front of him displayed complicated stock charts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gary wasn’t particularly interested in running the family business.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead, playing the stock market with tens of billions of Euros had become his personal hobby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Julian enter the room, Gary slowly raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aren’t you supposed to be at work?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Julian grinned and walked over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I was worried you’d be bored, so I came to chat with you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He casually patted his father’s shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he glanced at the stock charts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How’s the stock market treating you lately? Made any money?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere froze instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gary’s face darkened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Very slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And stared at his son.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze looked like it could kill someone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was this kid tired of living?\u003C\u002Fp>",1235,"2026-05-30T15:14:55.252Z","2026-06-01T04:31:33.482Z",1,"novelbin.me","c3b9c6b294bc87b8ee104d849527ea863592ca6bce56b0093efc459ee11f45ba","villain-of-fate-the-tyrant-system-chapter-111","villain-of-fate-the-tyrant-system-chapter-109",232,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fvillain-of-fate-the-tyrant-system-cover.jpg"]