The Villain: Claiming The Protagonist's Master

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Everything happened so fast that Su Yong found himself at a complete loss.

After all, Su Chen had always kept his distance, never daring to talk back, let alone lay a hand on him. Yet today, he actually struck him.

This was utterly outrageous!

Su Chen, however, was indifferent, his tone cold as he said, "I hit you because you deserved it."

The entire Su family was stunned by this scene, their expressions ranging from shock to a hint of schadenfreude. Many knew that Su Chen and Su Yong had been at odds for a long time and were eager to see how this would end.

Upon witnessing Su Chen's boldness, Qin Xinran's lips curved in a small, satisfied smile. 'My son... he's finally grown up.'

In the past, whenever Su Yong bullied him, Su Chen would either endure it quietly or find a way to avoid it. But this time, he stood his ground, even slapping Su Yong in front of everyone. This change filled her with pride.

No matter what, Su Chen was the only heir of the Su family, the young master, with a prestigious status and significant authority within the family. Being bullied by Su Yong without retaliating was simply unacceptable.

Thinking of her son's newfound courage, Qin Xinran's gaze naturally drifted toward Chu Yanran.

Last night, after spending one night with this woman, her precious son had suddenly gained clarity. It seemed this woman was a true blessing.

The more she looked at Chu Yanran, the more satisfied she felt.

Meanwhile...

As Su Yong finally snapped out of his daze, he roared in fury, "You—you're courting death!"

With that, he raised his right hand, intent on striking Su Chen. He had to restore his reputation; otherwise, those secretly supporting him would start to distance themselves.

Yet as his hand swung down, he noticed something strange—Su Chen's face showed no fear.

Just as his hand was about to make contact, a sharp pain shot through his chest.

"Ah!"

An intense force slammed into him, sending his body flying several meters back, leaving him sprawled on the ground like a broken doll.

Dazed, Su Yong stared in disbelief at the beautiful woman standing beside Su Chen. "You... you dare strike me!"

Yes, it was indeed Chu Yanran—Su Chen's newly wedded concubine from the day before—who had intervened.

"Hmph!" Chu Yanran scoffed dismissively, her gaze cold. "If you want to harm my husband, you'll have to go through me first!"

"You—"

Seeing her hostility, Su Yong was so furious he shook all over.

Just yesterday, he'd heard that Chu Yanran had been forcibly married by Su Chen, so he assumed she'd resent him. After all, how could someone who had ascended in cultivation willingly submit to a "waste" who couldn't cultivate?

Yet, to his shock, after just one night, Su Chen had seemingly tamed this alluring woman.

This world truly was crazy—where even a mouse could become a chicken's bridesmaid.

A woman dragged into marriage had turned into a shield for the very man who took her, after just a single night together.

Realizing this, Su Yong directed his anger back at Su Chen. "Su Chen, even if you are the Su family's young master, you can't go around hitting people! Besides, I'm your elder brother."

"Your behavior shows a complete disregard for seniority!"

"You're unworthy of being the Su family's young master!"

Su Yong's face contorted with fury, each word dripping with resentment.

Upon hearing his words, several members of the Su family's side branches began to chime in.

"That's right. The young master can't just hit people without reason."

"Not even the family head would act like this."

"We deserve an explanation."

These people were all those who secretly supported Su Yong. They couldn't just stand by and let him be humiliated like this. After all, if Su Chen—a so-called "useless" individual who couldn't cultivate—were to become the next Su family head, it would spell disaster for the entire family.

A leader who couldn't cultivate would be a disaster in a world where the strongest survived.

As voices of dissent grew louder, a chilling aura erupted from Su Chen, his gaze cold and penetrating as he looked over each person standing against him.

Under Su Chen's frosty gaze, those who had been shouting objections fell silent, a shiver running through them.

It was as though he had become an entirely different person, exuding a commanding aura that made even the cultivation experts tremble instinctively.

"Heh..." Su Chen sneered, casting a dismissive glance at Su Yong and gesturing toward his supporters. "So, this is your so-called backing?"

Seeing this, Su Yong felt a glimmer of hope, foolishly thinking that his supporters had managed to intimidate Su Chen.

Strengthening his resolve, he straightened his neck and said, "I don't rely on anyone. I just can't stand your outrageous behavior."

Su Yong wasn't foolish enough to admit his influence in the family. He knew all too well that if he did, Su Hao and Qin Xinran would seize on it.

No one could tolerate a threat at their own bedside—this, he knew well.

Seeing that Su Yong was evading, Su Chen's lips curled in disdain. "Su Yong, don't think I don't know about all the things you've done. Your actions alone are enough to get you expelled from the Su family."

Boom!

Su Chen's words hit the crowd like a bomb, stirring everyone into a frenzy.

The onlookers turned to stare at Su Yong in shock, even those who had been supporting him in secret.

Judging from Su Chen's tone, it seemed he was well aware that Su Yong had committed actions detrimental to the family.

While they might back Su Yong over Su Chen, a "waste" who couldn't cultivate, they had no tolerance for anyone who harmed the family's interests.

That was their bottom line.

"Y-You... you're slandering me!"

Su Yong's face was pale as panic crept into his eyes. Did he really find out? That's impossible. I made sure there was no trace.

Of course, Su Yong knew perfectly well what he'd done. But as far as he knew, no one in the Su family should be aware.

However, he also knew now was not the time to dwell on this.

"Hmph, slandering you? Really?" Su Chen's voice was sharp, and then he turned and cupped his fists toward Su Hao. "Father, I request that you send someone to search Su Yong's residence. Let's see what we find there."

Su Yong held a position as an elder in a small sect allied with the Su family. To accelerate his cultivation, he had been embezzling a significant amount of spirit stones.

Right now, undeniable evidence of his greed lay hidden in his residence.

"Su Heng, take some guards and conduct a thorough search of Su Yong's quarters."

Seeing Su Chen's confidence, Su Hao nodded and ordered an investigation.

"Yes, Family Head!"

Su Heng acknowledged the order and departed with a team of guards.

Watching Su Heng's departing figure, Su Yong's face turned ashen, his body trembling as beads of cold sweat began rolling down his forehead.

He stared at Su Chen in disbelief. How could he have known? I covered my tracks so meticulously...

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