> "Victory goes to the one who prepares while no one is watching."
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The Azure Heaven Sect was still full of celebration after the success in the secret realm, but Lin Xian didn't care.
He stayed away from the noisy crowds, living quietly in a remote courtyard meant for outer sect disciples.
Tonight, Lin Xian sat under an old spirit tree, cross-legged and silent. The wind moved gently around him, and a small black jade slip floated in front of him, glowing softly.
It was the treasure he had stolen from Shen Tian —
the Martial Emperor's Secret Manual.
Inside it was a powerful technique: Body Creation Technique.
It wasn't a flashy sword move or a big magic spell.
It was a way to make his body stronger — bones, muscles, blood, and soul — all rebuilt like a warrior emperor.
It wasn't pretty.
It wasn't easy.
But it was important.
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Lin Xian breathed slowly, guiding his weak spiritual qi through special pathways in his body.
Pain quickly filled his muscles and bones. Small cracks formed inside his bones, then healed, becoming tougher and stronger.
Sweat soaked his clothes, but Lin Xian's face stayed calm.
He didn't make a sound.
He didn't move.
Hours passed.
The stars changed positions in the sky, but Lin Xian remained steady — silently building a body that would one day crush geniuses underfoot.
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Finally, when the first light of dawn touched the sky, Lin Xian opened his eyes.
A faint glow filled his pupils.
[Body Creation Technique: First Layer Completed.]
[Physical Strength Slightly Increased.]
[Villain Points +200 (Pain Tolerance Bonus)]
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He stood up and wiped the sweat from his forehead.
Then he checked his system notifications.
A new message had appeared.
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> [New Information Found!]
Shen Yue and Li Yueru will go to the Mortal World in six months.
Reason: To experience the mortal world and search for hidden opportunities.
Hidden Goal: Strengthen Fate Ties.
[Suggestion: Prepare yourself to meet and influence them during the trip.]
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A small smile appeared on Lin Xian's face.
Six months.
Six months to prepare before he made his first real move.
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That morning, hidden behind a formation, Lin Xian secretly watched Shen Yue and Li Yueru training near the sect's spirit lake.
Shen Yue was small and cute, like a lively fox.
Her white hair reached her back, her red eyes shining brightly.
She looked young, even fragile — but her figure was surprisingly... noticeable.
A "legal loli," as certain mortal novels joked.
She laughed as she practiced her sword skills, spinning and jumping lightly.
Yet her smile hid loneliness.
She longed for a brother who truly cared for her — something Shen Tian never offered.
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Li Yueru, in contrast, looked cold and distant.
Her long blue hair was braided neatly, and her tall, graceful figure moved slowly as she practiced spear techniques.
She looked cold outside.
But according to the system, she was kind inside — and had doubts about "fate" and "destiny."
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Lin Xian memorized everything he saw.
He wasn't going to rush.
He would carefully build relationships — make them choose him willingly.
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Afterward, Lin Xian returned to his lonely courtyard and kept training.
He practiced stealth, movement skills, and even read books about trickery and ancient plots.
He knew clearly now:
Little tricks wouldn't defeat a real Son of Destiny.
He needed to become something much scarier —
a shadow no one could see coming until it was too late.
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Six months.
Six months to prepare for the festival in the Mortal World.
Lin Xian sat cross-legged once more, the black jade slip warm in his palm.
> "I won't just survive..."
> "I'll rise above everyone — even destiny itself."
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[Villain Points: 3100]
[Countdown to Mortal Festival: 182 Days]