[{"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-216":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},560622,810,"Chapter 216: The Hunter and the Cornered Beast","villain-of-fate-the-tyrant-system-chapter-216",216,"\u003Cp>The Hunter and the Cornered Beast\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a wicked smile, he looked at Evan and said, \"Senior Brother, as the Obsidian King, how can you think of running away?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire martial arts hall fell silent for a brief moment after Lucas revealed his true appearance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Broken wooden tiles littered the arena floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood stained the shattered stage dark red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The smell of sweat, medicine, and fresh blood mixed heavily in the air, making the atmosphere suffocating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone instinctively stepped farther back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this level of battle, ordinary Silver Realm experts no longer dared to interfere recklessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evan slowly wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His chest rose and fell violently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The black medicinal pill had forcibly pushed his strength into the Gold Realm, but the backlash was already beginning to show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blood vessels beneath his skin bulged unnaturally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His right hand still suffered from the poison Yana Tyson had planted earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Numbness spread through his nervous system little by little like venom crawling beneath flesh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet compared to the pain in his body—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The humiliation burning inside him hurt even more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You cunning beast, was this all your setup?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evan asked with a face full of resentment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was cold and hoarse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hatred in his eyes seemed capable of tearing Lucas apart alive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas merely smiled slightly without speaking, though he was quite puzzled himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Honestly, even he found today’s situation strange.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally, he had only come to observe quietly from the shadows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wanted to see exactly what Evan was planning at the Ancient Martial Arts Conference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, Evan’s personality was arrogant and impatient. If he suddenly came to Valemont personally, there was definitely some hidden purpose behind it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unexpectedly...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before Lucas even needed to act—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evan had somehow already become the public enemy of the entire Valemont Old Martial Arts world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even now, Lucas still did not fully understand how things had developed into this chaotic situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What was going on today?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn’t quite understand it either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After being injured last time, he had a stroke of luck when a certain acupoint was partially opened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Coupled with the special Old Martial Arts technique he practiced, not only did his body recover in a few days, but his strength also increased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, Lucas had almost stepped into the Gold Realm already.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only a thin barrier remained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was why he dared appear here today.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon learning that Evan was coming to the Ancient Martial Arts Conference, he initially wanted to see what this waste was up to.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unexpectedly, Evan had offended so many people, prompting him to take action and beat the drowning dog.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The corner of Lucas’s lips curled upward slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He liked this situation very much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Evan died here today...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then the position of Obsidian King would naturally fall into his hands completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No more threats.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No more competition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No more senior brother suppressing him from above.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then you can go to hell.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evan suddenly roared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes turned bloodshot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He knew Lucas was deliberately stalling for time, waiting for the effects of the pill to wear off before dealing with him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once the effects wore off, he might not even be able to exert Silver Realm strength for a short time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that point, escaping would become impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So he wouldn’t be foolish enough to sit and wait for death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kill him, then leave this damned place!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wooden floor exploded beneath Evan’s feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His figure shot forward like a black thunderbolt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A terrifying killing intent erupted from his body instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several nearby spectators subconsciously retreated in fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a loud shout, Evan and his senior brother started fighting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang! Bang! Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment they clashed, violent shockwaves spread across the arena continuously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their fists collided directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The impact shattered several cracked floor tiles nearby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the two of them—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One relied on the pill to forcibly possess Gold Realm strength, but was already injured in many places.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other was only a paper-thin distance from the Gold Realm, and their combat power was evenly matched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once the fierce battle began, Evan primarily focused on offense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every strike he launched carried ruthless killing intent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Punches.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Knees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elbows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Palm strikes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He attacked like a cornered beast trying desperately to kill its hunter before dying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas, however, remained much calmer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He defended steadily while constantly retreating and redirecting force.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wasn’t in a hurry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas wasn’t in a hurry to risk his life; he just needed to drag this guy to death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That medicinal pill would not last forever.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And once its effects disappeared—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evan would become meat on the chopping board.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evan’s fist narrowly brushed past Lucas’s face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The powerful wind pressure alone sliced several strands of blond hair loose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas immediately countered with a low sweeping kick.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evan blocked it with his arm but was still pushed backward several meters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cracks spread beneath his feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The audience watched in stunned silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This level of combat had already exceeded what most people present could fully comprehend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The speed was too fast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The force too terrifying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several people even began sweating nervously despite standing far away from the battlefield.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some tried to help him deal with Evan, seeking revenge for Evan’s curses on them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A middle-aged Silver Realm expert suddenly rushed forward from the side with a roar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You bastard! Return my freedom!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another followed behind him immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the gap in strength was too great, and they were quickly dispatched after joining the fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Evan kicked the first man directly in the chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound of bones collapsing echoed sharply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the second person could react—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucas casually struck the back of his neck with a palm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man rolled unconscious across the arena floor instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, the crowd retreated from the ring, letting them fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one dared interfere recklessly anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This battle had already become a fight between monsters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yana Tyson’s face was pale, blood trickling from the corner of her mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Earlier, Evan’s kick had injured her internal organs badly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her breathing still felt painful even now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet her orange eyes remained locked onto the battlefield without blinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hatred burned fiercely inside them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wanted Evan dead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she wanted Lucas dead too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside her, Amara Ravenswood knelt carefully while helping stabilize her condition using acupuncture needles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several silver needles pierced key points near Yana’s shoulder and abdomen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint medicinal fragrance spread softly around them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss Tyson, just sit here and rest without moving, or your internal injuries will worsen.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Yana Tyson’s murderous look, Amara Ravenswood quickly reminded her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The petite girl frowned slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even she could feel the terrifying killing intent radiating from Yana now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Okay.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yana Tyson reluctantly nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But her eyes never left Lucas for even a second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her fingers slowly clenched tightly against her knees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The memory of her father’s suffering flashed repeatedly through her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Tyson Family’s humiliation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The betrayal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everything traced back to Lucas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yana Tyson looked at Lucas with unwillingness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Killing Evan was Julian D’Aurelius’s request.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Lucas was her mortal enemy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since he showed up here today, she had to make sure he stayed and she killed him!\u003C\u002Fp>",1207,"2026-05-30T15:14:55.253Z","2026-06-01T04:31:33.482Z",1,"novelbin.me","ab997f9dfed93653c1a353a66dde6f9015bb6834ccdca4c008cbe2dc50157d18","villain-of-fate-the-tyrant-system-chapter-217","villain-of-fate-the-tyrant-system-chapter-215",232,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fvillain-of-fate-the-tyrant-system-cover.jpg"]