The Villain: Claiming The Protagonist's Master

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With a swift leap, he lunged toward them like a ravenous beast.

"Qingxue, run! Go find Su Chen! If you don't, we'll both die here!"

Xiao Ruoyu urgently pushed Xia Qingxue behind her, her voice sharp with desperation.

Xia Qingxue hesitated, her eyes betraying a flicker of reluctance. But after a moment, she bit her lip, nodded, and said resolutely, "Sister Ruoyu, wait for me! I'll come back with help!" With that, she turned and dashed away.

She knew that staying behind would only drag Ruoyu down. Instead, she resolved to rush to the Su residence and beg Su Chen for aid.

"Hmph!"

Chu Yang smirked mockingly. With a swift motion, he sent a powerful palm strike directly toward Xiao Ruoyu's chest.

"Not good!"

Ruoyu's pupils contracted as she attempted to evade, but her movements were no match for his overwhelming speed.

Boom!

Her body was sent flying, crashing to the ground hundreds of meters away. She landed heavily, her lithe frame trembling as she coughed up a mouthful of blood.

The fierce clash caught the attention of nearby onlookers, drawing a crowd of curious bystanders.

"Isn't that the eldest daughter of the Xiao family? I heard she's betrothed to the young master of the Su family!"

"Yes, that's her! And that scoundrel—daring to strike the Xiao family's young mistress? Does he have a death wish?"

"Messing with a woman chosen by the Su family's young master... This is pure suicide!"

The murmuring crowd grew louder, their disdainful gazes fixated on Chu Yang. To them, a man attacking a defenseless woman was nothing short of disgraceful.

However, when they sensed the oppressive aura emanating from Chu Yang, none dared to act rashly.

"Get lost!"

Chu Yang's cold shout boomed like thunder, his piercing gaze sweeping across the gathered crowd. A surge of murderous intent radiated from him, silencing the onlookers instantly.

As if struck by lightning, the crowd dispersed in fear, scrambling to distance themselves from the scene.

"Pathetic cowards!"

Chu Yang sneered disdainfully at their retreating backs before turning his attention back to Xiao Ruoyu.

Lying on the ground, Ruoyu looked up at him, her face pale and her expression filled with despair.

"So, this is it... Is this how I die? At the hands of this monster?"

She refused to accept it.

Chu Yang approached her step by step, his face twisted into a cruel grin. "Since you're so eager to die, allow me to grant your wish."

Her breath hitched as the distance between them closed. Tears welled in her eyes as she prepared for the inevitable.

But suddenly, Chu Yang froze. His instincts screamed danger, and a cold shiver ran down his spine.

"What's this?"

Without hesitation, he leapt backward just as a fiery golden phoenix streaked toward him.

Sizzle!

The golden flame brushed past his chest, leaving a scorched line on his robes. Smoke curled upward as he stared at the burn mark on his chest, the pain radiating through his body.

"Damn it!"

He clutched his chest, his expression darkening. His robes had been incinerated, and the skin beneath was charred black. If he had reacted even a second slower, the phoenix might have pierced straight through him.

"You wretch!" Chu Yang snarled, his tone laced with venom. He stormed toward Xiao Ruoyu and seized her by the collar, lifting her effortlessly.

"To think you possess the legendary Phoenix Martial Soul," he muttered, a twisted smile forming on his lips. "Impressive. But even that won't save you now."

"What... What are you going to do?" Ruoyu's voice trembled as she stared into his bloodthirsty eyes, a chill coursing through her veins.

"What do you think?" Chu Yang's sinister grin widened.

Mustering her courage, Ruoyu tried to threaten him. "My fiancé is Su Chen, the young master of the Su family. If you harm me, you'll face consequences you can't bear!"

Her words only elicited a burst of raucous laughter from Chu Yang.

"Su Chen? A mere ant from a mundane family dares to threaten me? Don't make me laugh!" He sneered. "Your so-called fiancé couldn't even entertain me, let alone intimidate me."

Chu Yang's eyes gleamed with malice as he leaned closer. "Consider it your fortune that I've taken a liking to you. Surrender willingly, and I might spare your life. Otherwise... Heh, I'll make you regret ever being born."

"You... monster!" Ruoyu spat, her voice hoarse, tears streaking her cheeks.

"You flatter me," Chu Yang said smugly. He reached out, his fingers grazing her delicate cheek. "Such exquisite beauty. Don't worry, I'll make sure you enjoy every moment before I turn you into my puppet."

"Let her go!"

A furious shout rang out as Xia Qingxue returned, charging straight at Chu Yang with a raised palm.

"Hmph, foolish girl," Chu Yang scoffed. With a casual flick of his wrist, he sent Qingxue flying backward. Her frail body crashed into the ground, leaving her groaning in pain.

"Qingxue, why did you come back?!" Ruoyu's voice cracked with despair as she watched her friend's futile attempt.

"I couldn't just leave you!" Qingxue said, crawling toward her sister-figure despite her injuries. Her face was pale, but her eyes shone with determination.

Chu Yang clapped slowly, mocking them both. "Such touching sisterhood. Don't worry—I'll make sure you both serve me well. Together."

The two women's faces turned deathly pale as Chu Yang advanced on them, his laughter echoing like a devil's promise.

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