I've Become the King of Villains in the Game

After sending off the "Homeward," Chen Lun floated on the sea surface, the waves surging beneath his feet and lightning flashing above his head. He surveyed the terrifying scenery around him, dim and as dark as night, with an expressionless face.

Beneath the black top hat, his pitch-black eyes reflected a pale, infinite symbol.

As far as the eye could see, the entire sea region from Origin Port to Mist Island teemed with dense destiny lines. These "lines" seemed woven by an invisible hand, forming a massive circle.

'This is the "cycle" arranged by The Ring Consortium!'

Chen Lun couldn't help but marvel at the power of this divine phenomenon.

Once, with his strength, he couldn't see these. But now, he could easily see through them at a glance, absorbing the knowledge and power they contained bit by bit.

Not long after.

[After examination, you have mastered the prerequisite skill "Twisting Destiny LVMAX"...]

[Through observation, you have comprehended the skill "Destiny Restart"!]

[Destiny Restart LV1]

Skill Description: Through prolonged observation and contemplation, you have comprehended this powerful ability containing the immense power of destiny from the traces of a great existence.

Skill Effect: You can loop the destiny line of a target back upon itself, forming a closed infinite circle. This cycle will free the target from the constraints of time and space, repeating the course of destiny.

(Note: This skill consumes a significant amount of Sanity and Physical Strength and is influenced by divine authority and Mysterious Resistance.)

'Destiny Restart, a profound skill developed by The Ring Consortium, is now mine to command...'

Chen Lun took a deep breath, a smile appearing on his face.

"Destiny Restart" is max level at five, requiring 10 Skill Points per level. Thankfully, Chen Lun had ample reserves, immediately spending 40 Skill Points to upgrade it to max level on the spot.

[Destiny Restart LVMAX]!

Chen Lun twirled his cane, spinning it in a flourish, and took a step forward while adjusting his hat brim.

Whoosh!

The next second, he appeared above the Explorer Islands.

A terrible storm also covered this area.

The waves surged around, and torrential rain poured down.

According to the original destiny line, Captain Angler would lead his men to the eastern coast for pillage and plunder, but now there was no trace of them.

Most likely, this group had their ships capsized by the storm halfway through.

Chen Lun paid no mind to these minor characters, his gaze fixed on a girl by the shore. On the beach lay pieces of shattered small fishing boats, and a girl with long dark green hair stood dazed in the rain.

"Lucy."

A familiar voice suddenly interrupted Lucy's thoughts.

Her heart skipped a beat, and she quickly turned her head.

In the heavy rain, a tall gentleman in a black hat was leaning on an ivory white, ornate cane, walking towards her.

Lucy was taken aback, then her face lit up with uncontrolled joy as she blurted out:

"Mr. Jack!"

Her cheeks flushed with excitement. She took two steps forward, wanting to throw herself into his arms, but her inner restraint held her back.

Chen Lun looked at her and sighed quietly.

Lucy still didn't know she had been trapped in this cycle for nearly a decade, nor did she know that not long ago, Ilina had arrived to kill her, becoming the winner of the "Honor Carnival" and giving birth to an Eternal Sleeper.

In fact, Chen Lun, when he ascended to Sequence One and completed the grand design of "Destiny Overlap," had already overseen everything in the current world, including Lucy's destiny…

He hadn't intervened immediately to pull her out of the cycle because not intervening was actually the best way to save her.

Now it seemed that becoming the so-called winner of the "Honor Carnival" was not a good thing... Lucy's death in the cycle had just facilitated Ilina, liberating her from the influence of the "Honor Carnival."

At this moment, it was truly the right time for Chen Lun to make his appearance.

Chen Lun extended his hand, ruffling Lucy's head, like a senior showing care and affection to a younger one.

"Let's go home."

He spoke softly.

Lucy felt the warmth of the large hand on her head, and at this moment, she forgot about being in the pouring rain. The cold sea wind and rain seemed to disappear, leaving only the strong sense of security brought by the man before her.

In her heart, she no longer cared about any "Honor Carnival" or gifts, only wanting to leave with him.

"Yes! Mr. Jack, Lucy is going home with you!"

Lucy's eyes curved with a smile as she spoke brightly.

Chen Lun quietly looked at Lucy for a moment, then raised his cane, drawing a circle in the air.

Buzz—

Within the circle, the scenery of a sunny, bird-chirping, flower-fragrance Immortal Realm appeared, stunning Lucy.

"Go, Asoka and the others are waiting for you."

Chen Lun didn't explain to Lucy, only speaking warmly.

Lucy nodded firmly at him, then stepped into the circle, entering the Immortal Realm.

At this moment, Chen Lun discreetly slashed with the tip of his cane, silently severing the destiny cycle of this area, allowing Lucy's destiny line to break free from the loop and return to normal.

For some reason, an inexplicable sadness surged in Lucy's heart, as if after a very, very long time, what she had always hoped for had finally appeared before her eyes.

What followed was a flood of memories!

Memories of more than three thousand days and nights trapped in the cycle, along with the truth!

Lucy suddenly felt a shock and found hot tears silently streaming down her face.

"So, it has been this long already..."