NOVEL NEXT Chapter 1:
Chapter 1: I Don’t Want to Be a Supporting Role, I Want to Be the Villain:
A Bentley rolled into a modest residential neighborhood, attracting curious glances from the residents. In a community where most people led simple lives, the sudden arrival of such a luxurious car was unexpected. Still, the security guard at the gate didn’t dare stop it. After all, whether the car’s owner lived here or not, letting it pass seemed the safest choice.
“Boss, we’re here… we’re here,” the middle-aged driver said cautiously as he parked the car.
In the back seat, a man slowly opened his eyes, his expression dark and brooding. His name was Wang Zhenxing, and he wasn’t an ordinary person—he was a transmigrator. In his current life, he was the owner of a company valued at a billion yuan, and at 36 years old, he cut a striking figure.
With well-maintained looks and a fit physique, he exuded the charm of a “handsome uncle” from a TV drama. Coupled with his immense wealth, Wang Zhenxing embodied the dream of countless women in Qingling City.
By all appearances, his new life seemed perfect, something anyone would envy.
Initially, Wang Zhenxing was satisfied with his circumstances, but soon, he uncovered a troubling truth: he wasn’t the protagonist of this world. Worse, his role was that of a supporting character meant to highlight the protagonist’s greatness.
His system had made it clear.
Wang Zhenxing’s existence was designed to serve the protagonist, setting up opportunities for him to shine and slap others in the face. According to the plot, his life would end tragically after a series of humiliating events. When the protagonist offended a powerful villain, the villain, unable to reach the protagonist, would vent their anger on Wang Zhenxing and kill him instead.
Knowing this, Wang Zhenxing’s initial excitement faded. Though the plot hadn’t officially started yet, and the protagonist was still in the mountains learning his skills, Wang Zhenxing couldn’t shake his unease.
His current role was to take care of the protagonist’s young mother and protect her from harassment by other villains. That was why he had come to this community today—to visit her.
In the novel’s plot, Wang Zhenxing had been caring for the protagonist’s mother for a year. She was a widow, vulnerable and lonely, which naturally drew her to Wang Zhenxing. With his exceptional qualities and attentive care, it wasn’t surprising that she developed feelings for him.
But Wang Zhenxing knew how the plot was supposed to unfold. Despite her feelings, he was never meant to become the protagonist’s stepfather. After all, the author had cruelly given him a glaring flaw: he was impotent.
“Boss, aren’t you going up? Do you want me to carry the things for you?” the driver asked hesitantly after a moment of silence.
Wang Zhenxing grumbled inwardly. “What’s the point of taking care of the protagonist’s mother if I get no benefits from it and end up dying because of the protagonist’s antics?”
At that moment, a system notification popped up in his mind.
[The plot of the novel has not officially begun yet. The host can make a choice.]
[Option 1: Follow the original plot, take good care of the protagonist’s mother, and fully embrace the role of a supporting character. Reward: “A grand funeral,” with the protagonist carving “Good Old Man” on the host’s tombstone.]
[Option 2: Defy the plot. Refuse to be the protagonist’s tool. Choose to become a villain and kill the protagonist! Reward: “Restore your abilities” and gain the “Villain Aura.”]
[Note: The “Villain Aura” will naturally oppose the “Protagonist Aura,” making it easy to attract the protagonist’s hatred. Option 2 carries risks. Please choose carefully, as the decision cannot be changed once made!]
Wang Zhenxing froze for a moment, then felt an overwhelming sense of relief. “So, this dog system does have some redeeming features!”
For days, the system had been silent after revealing his bleak ending, leaving him restless and anxious. But now, he had a choice.
“I choose the second option!” he declared eagerly.
Risks or not, it didn’t matter. The chance to regain his manhood was worth it. As a wealthy and attractive man surrounded by beautiful women, being unable to act on his desires was worse than death.
[The host has made a choice. Your abilities have been restored, and you have gained the “Villain Aura.”]
After receiving the notification, Wang Zhenxing tested his newfound vitality by watching a few dance videos of beautiful girls on Weibo. Sure enough, he felt a noticeable improvement.
Satisfied, he began strategizing. The “Villain Aura” would indeed make him a target for the protagonist’s hatred, but there was no immediate threat. After all, the protagonist hadn’t returned from the mountains yet, and his mother, Xu Yourou, was still a protective shield.
Carrying some gifts, Wang Zhenxing entered the residential building.
When he reached a specific door, he rang the doorbell and waited.
Soon, the door opened, revealing a gentle, elegant woman in casual homewear. She was Xu Yourou, the protagonist’s mother. At thirty-seven, she was only a year older than Wang Zhenxing but radiated youth and charm. Her fair, flawless skin made her look like she was in her twenties, while her mature aura added a unique allure.
“Zhenxing, you’re here. Come in and sit,” she greeted him warmly, her voice soft and inviting. Her eyes sparkled with a tenderness that seemed to reach into one’s soul.
Wang Zhenxing felt his heart skip a beat. Xu Yourou was just as attractive as any younger woman, if not more so.
After settling on the sofa, he couldn’t take his eyes off her. Noticing his gaze, Xu Yourou felt a flicker of happiness. She had deliberately put on light makeup today, knowing he would visit. Though subtle, it hadn’t escaped his notice.
“Is there something on my face?” she asked playfully, her smile tinged with curiosity.
“No,” Wang Zhenxing replied calmly. “You just look different today.”
“Different how?”
“You’re even more beautiful than usual,” he said sincerely.
Xu Yourou chuckled softly, brushing off the compliment with a hint of self-deprecation. “At my age, how can I still be considered beautiful?”
Despite her words, a faint trace of guilt flickered in her eyes. She had gone out of her way to look nice for him today, and his attention made her secretly delighted.
Still, Xu Yourou maintained her composure, her maturity keeping her emotions in check. Unlike a young girl who might blush under his gaze, she simply smiled with practiced grace.