NOVEL NEXT Chapter 1: I Refuse to Marry!
Chapter 1: I Refuse to Marry!
“Gurgle, gurgle~”
The simple setup of the seven to eight square meter rented room was filled with white steam emanating from the electric kettle, which soon dissipated into the air.
A young man in his early twenties sat by the bedside, his face full of exhaustion as his fingers swiftly tapped on the screen of his phone.
In the comment section of “I Just Want to Be a Minotaur”:
[Send a girl? Life is already hard enough, do we have to suffer even when reading a novel?]
In the comment section of “I Drive a Big Car in Tokyo”:
[Give up! Give up! The speed of the car is not fast at all! Rubbish!]
In the comment section of “My Full of Love Quadrangle: I Became the Royal Chef”:
[Diminished intelligence? Why go back to that era when you can do something more promising than continuing as a chef??]
In the comment section of “Starting with Eight Sister-in-laws”:
[The author’s writing is really great, subscribed in advance, and also sent a small reward, hoping to see it through to the end…]
After posting five or six comments in one go, Wei Tian got up from the bed to get some water, but his eyes remained fixed on the screen.
As a veteran bookworm of nearly ten years, his reading taste had evolved from being a newbie to an experienced reader and then back to being a newbie again. So whenever he faced a reading drought, he would always go back to the old-fashioned novels on his bookshelf.
Though the plot was old, it still felt genuinely enjoyable.
“Ding~”
Casually clicking on an ancient martial arts novel from several years ago, the page automatically jumped to the last chapter he had read.
…
[Chapter 91: Defending to the Death]
The Wei Family Mansion in the capital.
“Wei Changtian! I would rather die than marry you!”
Lan Jingyao’s beautiful face was filled with determination, a long sword stretched across her fair neck, and drops of bright red blood trickled down its edge.
The man standing opposite her immediately changed his expression upon hearing these words, and the people present were also shocked for a moment.
“Yao’er! What nonsense are you talking about!”
Lan Jingnan suddenly stood up and waved his fingers forward.
“Clang!”
The long sword flew out instantly, spinning several times in the air before crashing to the ground.
“Dad!”
Lan Jingyao turned her head back, tears welling up in her eyes.
“Don’t force me! There is no way I would marry a demon who kills people without blinking an eye!”
“Xiao, Xiao Feng said he would definitely take me away…”
“Shut up! Are you trying to anger me to death?!”
Lan Jingnan’s face flushed red, and he interrupted with an angry shout, “You are already Changtian’s woman, don’t mention that Xiao Feng again!”
“Tomorrow is your wedding day. If you dare to utter another word of disobedience, don’t blame me for being impolite!”
“Dad! Forgive your unfilial daughter, I would rather die than betray Xiao Feng!”
“You!”
“…”
Tsk tsk tsk.
Look at that! The emotional buildup is so well done, old books are indeed more enjoyable!
Although Wei Tian had already read “The Peak of Martial Arts” five or six times, he could even remember most of the plot from beginning to end, but he still felt sentimental every time he reread it.
Sliding the screen, the title of the new chapter appeared at the top of the page.
[Chapter 92: Wedding Robbery]
If he remembered correctly, it was in this chapter that the protagonist, Xiao Feng, destroyed the cultivation of the major antagonist, Wei Changtian, and then left with Lan Jingyao.
Thinking back to when Wei Tian first read this section, his blood was boiling with excitement.
As his left hand continued to swiftly flip through the pages, his right hand reached for the kettle.
However, in the next second, a strong tingling sensation suddenly spread from his fingertips, rapidly spreading throughout his body.
“Damn it!”
Wei Tian blurted out an unidentifiable curse, realizing that he must have been electrocuted.
Although his consciousness was clear, everything in front of him instantly turned pitch black.
Shit! I’m not going to die just like this, am I?
This damn extension cord should have been replaced long ago!
Damn it! My life had just begun!
As he complained inwardly, the numbness began to fade.
Just when Wei Tian thought he might not be able to see the light again, a ray of light suddenly pierced through the darkness surrounding him.
After a moment, the distorted scene in front of him gradually solidified, and the world once again regained its color.
Phew… not dead!
But… where the hell am I???
Where did this group of old men dressed like extras from a period drama come from?
And why did the beautiful woman in front of him look at him with such resentment?
The sword she’s holding looks pretty realistic… Is she about to commit suicide?
Wait a minute!
Why does this scene seem familiar?
I feel like I’ve seen it somewhere…
Wei Tian’s mouth slightly agape, staring dumbfounded at everything in front of him.
But before he could come to his senses, a resolute cry suddenly rang out by his ear.
“Wei Changtian! I would rather die than marry you!”
Wei Tian: “???”
…
“Clang!”
“Yao’er! What nonsense are you talking about!”
“Dad! Don’t force me! There is no way I can marry a demon who kills people without blinking an eye!”
“Xiao, Xiao Feng promised to take me away…”
“Shut up! Are you trying to anger me to death?!”
…
Listening to the quarrel between the two, Wei Tian had a constipated expression on his face.
Obviously, he had transmigrated.
Transmigrated into the world of “The Peak of Martial Arts.”
And then… became the major antagonist, Wei Changtian???
Damn it!
Isn’t this cheating???
Leaving aside everything else, just the name alone can’t compete with the protagonist!!
One is Wei Changtian.
One is Xiao Feng.
Even the most discerning eye can see that the latter is the son of destiny who can trigger earth-shattering opportunities just by peeing!
And himself…
Having a powerful family background but only knowing how to eat, drink, and be merry.
Having a handsome appearance but only engaging in villainous deeds.
Having abundant cultivation resources but only waiting for death…
The major antagonist!
Although Wei Changtian has a lot of scenes in the novel, each appearance is accompanied by getting beaten up and humiliated by Xiao Feng.
And of course, the ending is not just death, but also dragging the entire family down to complete ruin.
Wei Tian’s face alternated between green and white, not knowing whether he was lucky or unfortunate.
But he didn’t have time to think about it now.
Because damn it, he’s going to be crippled by Xiao Feng tomorrow!
…
“Wei Changtian, my wise nephew…”
While Wei Changtian was pondering how to escape this predicament, the argument by his ear also temporarily subsided.
Lu Jingyao had already had her acupuncture points pressed and was now slumped in the chair, her eyes filled with sadness.
Meanwhile, her father, Lan Jingnan, looked at Wei Changtian with a nervous expression and spoke cautiously, “Wei Changtian, my wise nephew, Yao’er spoke nonsense for a moment. Please don’t take it to heart!”
“You can rest assured that I will persuade her properly later. Your wedding tomorrow will not be affected in any way!”
“…”
I believe you like I believe in ghosts!
Wei Changtian complained in his heart, but then he realized something.
Xiao Feng’s main goal tomorrow is to snatch the bride away. He only got crippled because he intervened.
So… why not just not intervene!
Or better yet, why not cancel the wedding altogether!
As for Lan Jingyao, if Xiao Feng wants to take her away, then let him!
Yes! That’s the plan!
Genius!
Wei Changtian felt like patting himself on the back for his cleverness.
Although in the context of a novel, such actions would undoubtedly be a major plot twist, he couldn’t care less.
So what if Lan Jingyao is pretty?
With his conditions, as long as he’s a bit persistent, how many women wouldn’t want him?
“Cough!”
With his decision made, he cleared his throat and slowly said, “Uncle Lan, forced melons aren’t sweet.”
“Since Yao’er doesn’t want to marry me, let’s just call off the engagement.”
“I’ll go talk to my father later, and our engagement will be dissolved!”
???
The expected scene of gratitude and appreciation didn’t happen.
In fact, it had the opposite effect.
After a brief silence, all the members of the Lan family present fell to their knees with a “plop,” their foreheads beading with cold sweat.
Especially Lan Jingnan, who was so scared that he couldn’t even speak properly.
“N-nephew, please don’t say such things… please…”
“I understand that you must be harboring grievances, but the Lan family has no intention of calling off the wedding. Yao’er was just momentarily misled by that Xiao Feng…”
Damn it!
You understand?
You understand jack shit!
Wei Changtian rolled his eyes internally, and was about to explain that he wasn’t actually threatening anyone, but at that moment, a voice suddenly sounded in his mind.
[Ding~]
[System loading…]
[Loading complete]
[Detected changes in the storyline]
[System points awarded: 5]
[System shop is now open]
…
Great!
The indispensable cheat system for transmigration has finally arrived!
Wei Changtian was momentarily stunned, then overjoyed.
He didn’t care about the Lan family anymore at this point, leaving the trembling crowd aside to explore the system’s functions.
It’s actually quite simple.
Change the plot development of the original novel through your own actions to earn system points.
Then use these points to buy all sorts of awesome items in the shop.
Simple and easy to understand, with high freedom.
Not bad at all!
So as long as he tries to deviate the events from their original trajectory!
Well, in that case… this wedding definitely shouldn’t happen!
Xiao Feng was supposed to come to claim the bride, but if he doesn’t marry, how can he claim?
That’s a significant change in the plot!
With system points to earn, Wei Changtian became even more determined to call off the wedding.
He stepped forward to where Lan Jingnan was still kneeling, and with the gentlest tone he could muster, he persuaded, “Uncle Lan, please get up.”
“I have no intention of threatening the Lan family.”
“You can now confidently take your daughter away, and no one will stop you…”
“The Lan family dares not!”
Lan Jingnan’s reaction was much more intense than Wei Changtian had imagined. Before Wei Changtian could utter another word, Lan Jingnan interrupted.
After finishing his words, Lan Jingnan immediately knocked his head on the ground with a resounding “thud.”
He trembled all over, his forehead pressed firmly against the ground, and he begged tremblingly, “Nephew, no, Lord Wei… please spare the Lan family!”
“We can’t afford such jokes!”
“No, Uncle Lan, you really misunderstood me!”
Wei Changtian thought it was too difficult to communicate. He hurriedly tried to help Lan Jingnan up. But who would have thought that the dignified sixth-rank martial artist would be like a turtle, firmly stuck to the ground and unable to get up.
Not only did he not get up, but his pitiful wails became louder and louder.
“Lord Wei, I beg you to take back the words of calling off the wedding!”
“Otherwise, I’d rather kneel to death here!”
Lan Jingnan’s voice was incredibly desolate, almost heart-wrenching.
At this moment, the other members of the Lan family who were kneeling on the ground seemed to have also realized something. Various pleading and sobbing sounds filled the entire room.
“Sob… We are willing to kneel with the master here!”
“We only ask Lord Wei to take back the words of calling off the wedding!”
“Yao’er, please stop making trouble! The lives of 183 people in the Lan family are all tied to you!”
“Lord Wei, please don’t compare yourself to a woman like her!”
“You…”
Listening to the cries and wails filling the room, Wei Changtian was utterly dumbfounded, barely avoiding passing out from shock.
And at that moment, Lan Jingyao, who had been immobilized by acupressure, struggled to squeeze out a sentence from her throat.
“Wei… Wei Changtian… as long as… as long as you spare the people of the Lan family…”
“I… I’m willing to marry you!”
Wei Changtian: “…”
Damn it!
You guys are really teaming up to force me, aren’t you?!!