The Counterattack Plan of A Villain With Ten Thousand Fans - Chapter 331 (Patreon)

Chapter 331

Ling Chunann pressed the remote control, and the TV immediately switched to the surveillance footage at the front door. The video showed a delivery person arriving. Dressed in a blue uniform and wearing a cap with the brim pulled low, his face was obscured. He rang the doorbell again, set down a package, and then turned to leave.

"Did you order something recently, baby?" Si Yu placed a bowl on the table.

"No." Ling Chunann glanced sideways at Si Yu, "You would know if I had bought something, wouldn’t you?"

Ling Chunann didn’t usually shop online; Si Yu typically handled the purchases. Wiping his hands, he removed his apron, "You eat first, baby. I'll go check it out."

It wasn’t even two minutes before Si Yu returned empty-handed, his expression somewhat unpleasant. Ling Chunann had not yet started eating and looked up to ask, "What is it?"

Hearing Ling Chunann’s question, Si Yu’s demeanor softened, "It’s nothing, baby. Please eat."

Ling Chunann nodded. Over the past six months, he hadn’t delved deeply into Si Yu’s background, but he knew his memory had mostly recovered, and he had even returned to the Demon Realm several times. This incident was probably someone causing trouble for Si Yu, but since Si Yu didn’t say more, it meant he could handle it himself. Ling Chunann didn’t press further.

Afterward, Si Yu started disappearing sporadically but still made sure to prepare three meals a day for Ling Chunann and was punctually there every night to explore new postures.

One morning, as Ling Chunann woke up, he touched the cold spot beside him, "098, how long has he been gone?"

"Master, the lord has been gone for two hours. He cooked porridge for you, and lunch and dinner are in the fridge," 098 responded, "Master, the lord left in a hurry this time, it seems something significant has happened."

"Can you track his current location?"

"No, the lord must have returned to the Demon Realm, and… he took all the demons from this world with him."

Having been in this world for so long, 098, although still unable to directly see the traces of demons bound by contract, could now detect their aura. Worlds with demons felt different from those without.

"By the way, Master, the lord left you a letter in the study."

Ling Chunann found the short letter on the desk. "Baby, I have to go away for a while. I’ve prepared food for three days in the fridge. Remember to eat on time. I’ll be back as soon as I can. Don’t worry. I love you." At the end, there was a cartoon drawing of a demon, which somewhat resembled Si Yu. Ling Chunann poked the two little horns on the demon’s head, chuckled, then threw the letter aside, walked a few steps away, but turned back to pick it up again.

098: "......" No one could match the master in being so contrarily affectionate.

After breakfast, Ling Chunann turned on the TV. A female host holding a microphone passionately reported the latest news. "According to Qingyang City’s Public Security Bureau’s investigation into the recent serial killings, the suspect Xiao Momo was arrested on Songhua Street half a month ago and another suspect Du Momo in a maximum-security prison. They have confessed to their crimes without coercion. Today, they will be publicly tried in Qingyang City Court. Officer Xue, as the main hero in capturing the criminals, do you have anything to say?"

The screen then showed Officer Xue Zhengyang's face. Taking the microphone, he looked tired but spoke with righteous and forceful eloquence, "The specific details will be confirmed after the trial. Please rest assured, citizens, as servants of the people, we will ensure a peaceful environment in Qingyang City."

Ling Chunann didn’t continue watching. He turned off the TV, leaned back on the sofa, and began to meticulously analyze the abnormalities of this world.

From the start, this world felt off. His powers were greatly suppressed, and... Ling Chunann narrowed his eyes and suddenly sat upright, "098, since arriving in this world, have you sensed any Tasker’s presence?"

"No, Master." 098 replied, "Is there a problem?"

"You need maintenance," Ling Chunann said expressionlessly, startling 098.

In this world, Ling Chunann knew of at least two other Taskers, or rather, rule-breakers, yet 098 sensed nothing, indicating that 098 must also be blocked.

According to Ling Chunann’s analysis, one of the rule-breakers was the demon William, who had initially tried to kill him but had failed. The male lead had then bound him by contract. William may have recognized Ling Chunann’s Tasker identity but was wary of Si Yu’s power and never

 made a move.

And the other… Ling Chunann lightly tapped the coffee table, listening to the crisp sound it made, and his lips curled slightly, "098, what’s the counterattack value now?"

"Master, 35%. There are eight months left until the plot’s predicted time of your death."

The male lead’s task was nearly complete. As long as Ling Chunann survived the plot's predicted time of death, he could easily earn that 50% counterattack value, but indeed, this was the most challenging part.

Given the weirdness of this world, Ling Chunann had no doubt this Task was a trap targeted at himself, or more precisely, at Si Yu.

Long ago, during a previous mission, Ling Chunann had sensed a force targeting the man, a power so vast it could steer the world’s course.

And he always encountered bugs during his missions, likely caused by that hidden enemy.

Speaking of which, he was really innocent, Ling Chunann sighed, but the smile in his eyes deepened even more.

Standing in court, Du Zi'an was still somewhat dazed; he never expected to fall into this trap. He had specifically avoided the trap set for him on Songhua Street, yet he was caught in the prison. At that moment, he was holding his usual murder weapon, having just slit two throats. Although there was no blood on him, inevitably, some splatters reached his face.

Meanwhile, the entire Qingyang City’s billboards displayed images of his killings.

Even with William, a high-level demon, it was impossible to brainwash so many humans simultaneously.

The evidence was irrefutable, beyond dispute.

He was finished...

Listening to the judge’s indifferent sentencing, Du Zi'an's eyes turned blood red, and he lunged at the woman standing next to him, Xiao Jingyi, "It’s all your fault, bitch. If it wasn’t for you, how would I have taken up the knife to kill? How could I have been caught? Go to hell!"

Xiao Jingyi's expression was blank, like a soulless shell. Her once beautiful long hair was messy and draped over her face, her eyes unfocused.

At the moment Du Zi'an was sentenced to death, Ling Chunann's counterattack value rose to 50%.

He hadn't initially planned to be so brutal, after all, it was unfair to Officer Xue Zhengyang, whom he had cultivated, especially since Xue Zhengyang had almost gathered all the evidence. But an accident occurred with Xue Zhengyang, and Ling Chunann had to have 098 broadcast the prison surveillance footage. He felt somewhat regretful about this outcome.

He actually quite liked that upright police officer; unfortunately, their last conversation had been during a call when they last left the hospital. It seemed they hadn’t even had the chance for a proper goodbye.

Three days later, Si Yu hadn’t returned, but Ling Chunann did welcome a familiar visitor.

"Zixuan, long time no see." Xue Zhengyang's face bore Ling Chunann's familiar smile.

"Officer Xue." Ling Chunann stood by the door, "Hello, would you like to come in and sit?"

Although he said this, Ling Chunann made no move to step aside to invite Xue Zhengyang in.

Today, Ling Chunann wasn’t sitting in a wheelchair; his legs stood straight, and Xue Zhengyang's eyes showed a hint of surprise, "Zixuan, your legs have recovered?"

"Much better, I can stand now," Ling Chunann replied with a smile, "Is there something you needed today, Officer Xue?"

"Nothing much, just came to see you. Not sure if you’ve seen the news, but the case that lasted over half a year is finally closed. The criminals were Du Zi'an and Xiao Jingyi." Xue Zhengyang explained, "There’s another matter, about the disappearance of your mother and elder brother, we’ve also cleared that up. Here are the documents, I think you have the right to know the truth. Also, when you have time, go see a lawyer for the property transfer; the Du family's assets should now be yours."

Ling Chunann took the folder, thanking Xue Zhengyang, "Thank you, Officer Xue."

Xue Zhengyang paused, his gaze lingering on Ling Chunann's face, "No need, it’s my duty. I’ll be going then."

"Alright, goodbye."

"Oh, and one more thing." Xue Zhengyang walked a few steps then stopped, his expression becoming troubled, "Recently, don’t go out, and be careful… of safety."

After saying this, Xue Zhengyang quickly left. It might have been an illusion, but his complexion seemed much worse after giving that warning.

098: "Master, I just sensed a Tasker’s presence on him."

"Mm." Ling Chunann wasn’t surprised, but he found his sudden warning odd, as if he wanted to say

 a specific name but ended up using two vague, non-specific words, as if restrained.

Ling Chunann closed the door, looking at the folder in his hand. There was no issue with the document, detailing the crimes Du Zi'an had committed these days, along with a detailed description of the Du family's assets.

Ling Chunann had no intention of heeding Xue Zhengyang’s advice; he went wherever he needed over the next half month, going out twice, and nothing happened—quite peaceful, as 098 described, like the calm before a storm.

Si Yu still hadn’t returned, but perhaps to prevent accidents, he had stored a lot of food in the fridge, so Ling Chunann hadn’t run out of food yet.

That day, as usual, Ling Chunann was drawing and writing on the ground. Since the day Si Yu had left, he had started drawing a teleportation circle connected to the Demon Realm. If not for the severe energy restrictions of this world, this circle would have been completed much sooner, but even so, he was close to finishing, just one final step remaining.

"Master, a very powerful force is heading this way, expected to arrive here in thirty seconds!"

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