Chapter 52: The Righteous Villain’s First Battle

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Feng Tianyi's Challenge

Feng Tianyi gripped his spear, heavenly lightning crackling along its edge.

"I've heard of you, Lucian Valcrest," he said. "A noble young master, a beacon of righteousness."

Lucian's golden aura shone, the very image of virtue. But deep within, his Villain System whispered—this was another pawn to be played.

[System Notification]

Mission: Humiliate the Chosen Hero Without Killing Him

Reward: Celestial Phoenix Bloodline

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The Battle Begins

Tianyi lunged, his spear splitting the sky. The crowd gasped—his attacks contained the Heavenly War Saint's Blessing!

Lucian dodged effortlessly, his movements precise. He countered with a single palm, sending a shockwave through the arena.

Boom!

Tianyi stumbled. "How…?"

Lucian smiled. "Too slow."

His attack was flawless, yet not lethal—he couldn't kill a Chosen One unless their Heavenly Fate Points reached zero.

The fight had only just begun.

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