Perfect Villain Life: Universal Job Change

"Tianlu, are you alright?"

Everyone rushed toward Yun Tianlu, their expressions filled with admiration and concern. Though exhausted to the point of barely standing, he still carried a determined look.

Facing a Level 45 Void Lord-tier expert head-on with just his Level 32 strength had been an impossible challenge, one that pushed him beyond his limits.

Had it not been for his latent potential erupting at a critical moment, displaying transcendent combat power beyond his level, Kang City would have been reduced to ruins. His face was pale, but he shook his head with a faint smile.

"I'm fine." His gaze was unwavering, filled with conviction. To him, the gap between levels was not absolute, and true strength was not just about raw power.

True strength came from within, from an unbreakable will. Human potential was limitless, and as long as one's resolve was strong enough, miracles could be created.

Looking at his teacher, Shi Wenwen, Yun Tianlu asked, "Teacher, how are you?"

Shi Wenwen slowly nodded and replied with a hint of relief, "Still breathing."

His gaze then shifted to the devastated city ruins around them, his face showing a trace of gratitude. "Fortunately, you returned in time. The casualties weren't too severe—otherwise, the consequences would have been unimaginable."

Yun Tianlu shook his head. "Senior Brother Yan has likely let go of his hatred. This grudge is finally over."

Hearing this, the crowd couldn't help but feel emotional.

A feud that had lasted over twenty years had finally come to an end. Thinking back to the past, their hearts were filled with complex emotions. But as they looked at Yun Tianlu, admiration filled their eyes.

Although he was the youngest among them in the City Lord's Mansion, he was the one who commanded the most respect. There was something about him—a leader's charisma—that made people naturally gravitate toward him.

His words carried a power that could persuade even the most stubborn of hearts.

At this moment, a young man from the City Lord's Mansion spoke with a sigh, "Yan Zong and I once walked the same path, both having lost our way… but fortunately, we both woke up before it was too late."

The speaker was a young man with a cold and distant aura, his presence giving off an unapproachable chill. His name was Lu You, a Level 29 S-Rank warrior.

Lu You was also from Kang City and was once its most famous genius, standing shoulder to shoulder with Yun Tianlu as the city's twin prodigies. However, from their high school days, the two had been bitter rivals.

Seeing Yun Tianlu as his greatest obstacle, Lu You had fought both openly and in secret for the position of Kang City's successor. In his desperation to win, he even secretly allied with external forces, plotting a coup to overthrow Kang City.

But in the end, his scheme was thwarted by Yun Tianlu's relentless efforts. And in their final battle, Yun Tianlu not only defeated him but also convinced him to change his ways. Since then, Lu You had become one of Yun Tianlu's most steadfast allies and supporters.

Looking at Yun Tianlu now, everyone believed without a doubt—he was destined to become a supreme powerhouse, a leader worthy of their unwavering loyalty!

"By the way, I just received news—the Divine Demon Trial Grounds are about to open," Yun Tianlu said in a serious tone.

Divine Demon Trial Grounds!

The atmosphere grew tense. As natives of Longxi Province, they naturally understood the significance of this event.

It was no exaggeration to say that every time the Divine Demon Trial Grounds opened, it triggered earth-shaking changes across Longxi Province. Regardless of anything else, at the very least, the province's entire power structure would be reshuffled!

Those who achieved high rankings in the trial would receive rewards so great that they could elevate their faction's overall strength overnight. For Kang City, this trial was of utmost importance.

Many forces had already set their sights on Kang City, and if their geniuses performed well in the Divine Demon Trial, earning the blessings of the Divine Revelation Monolith.

They would obtain legendary-grade or even mythical-grade equipment. With these divine rewards in hand, they could easily swallow up Kang City.

For the people of Kang City, this was not good news.

"It opened much earlier than expected. This isn't what we calculated at all."

Shi Wenwen's expression grew solemn as he turned his gaze to Yun Tianlu's injuries. "The City Lord's Mansion has healing artifacts—make sure to recover properly."

Yun Tianlu nodded but his expression remained determined. "Everyone, don't worry. This time, I will secure a high ranking in the Divine Demon Trial."

"Don't take this lightly," Lu You suddenly warned in a serious tone. "This time, Yin Yingxin from Xijun City will definitely participate."

The moment her name was mentioned, the atmosphere became heavier.

Xijun City was the largest city in Longxi Province, even surpassing the provincial capital, Longxi City, in size and prosperity. The Yin Family of Xijun was the province's most dominant aristocratic clan, holding influence for generations.

In the history of Longxi Province, three past Governors had come from the Yin Family. Though their era of absolute dominance had waned, even a declining beast was still stronger than most wolves.

They remained Longxi's number one noble family, second only to the Chu Family, an empire-spanning juggernaut near the Abyss Frontline.

For years, the Yin Family had been eyeing Kang City, waiting for the perfect opportunity to claim it for themselves.

In the past, when Lu You had conspired with outside forces, the faction he had allied with was none other than the Yin Family of Xijun.

The only reason they hadn't yet acted was because of an Imperial Military Order requiring Longxi Province to remain stable and supply troops for the Abyss Frontline. Bound by this decree, the Yin Family had been forced to bide their time.

However, rumors suggested that the current head of the Yin Family had somehow forged ties with the Qin Family, one of the most powerful families in the Empire.

Through unknown means, he had gained the favor of a high-ranking member of the Qin Family.

Even in the remote Kang City, they knew what that meant—The Qin Family was a force that could shake the entire empire!

Now that the Yin Family had secured their backing, they were once again ready to move.

And Yin Yingxin—eldest daughter of the Yin Family and Longxi Province's number one prodigy—was the key to their ambitions.

She was an SS-Rank Occult-Type Grand Puppet Master, a ruthless and merciless individual.

To craft her puppets, she had personally killed countless people, selecting only the best bodies to refine into her creations.

If she placed highly in the Divine Demon Trial and obtained a mythical-grade reward, combined with her newfound connection to the Qin Family, she would have enough leverage to bypass the Imperial decree altogether.

At that point, Kang City would have no way of resisting the Yin Family's invasion.

Yun Tianlu's expression turned grim, his voice unwavering. "Rest assured, everyone. I will protect Kang City. This time, in the Divine Demon Trial—I must win!"

If anyone else had spoken such words, they might have been seen as empty bravado. But from Yun Tianlu's mouth, they carried a weight that inspired trust.

Everyone felt reassured—except Lu You, who frowned, clearly worried. After all, he and Yun Tianlu both knew—winning wouldn't be easy.

Yin Yingxin alone was already terrifying.

But the Divine Demon Trial would draw geniuses from across the world, including those from the Imperial Capital itself.

Even Yin Yingxin might struggle against the true titans among them.