My name is Cao Bin, and my nickname is Ah Ma.
I was originally an online writer. While scanning the rankings to study other people's novels, I cursed, "This author must have brain damage. How can such an idiot be the protagonist? If it weren't for his plot armor, he would've died 800 times already."
Then~
[Ding~]
"With honey on my lips, congratulations to the host for activating the 'You Go, You Go' system. You have been transported into the book and transformed into the most unfortunate, sycophantic villain.
You can now engage with key plot points and unite with characters in the book who can be swayed to oppose the protagonist. By doing so, you will earn luck rewards and increase your chances of survival.
The host's accumulated luck can be used in the system's Luck Mall lottery. Each draw costs three points of luck. However, since the host's current bad luck value exceeds 50, the Luck Mall remains temporarily inaccessible. Please continue your efforts to unlock it as soon as possible…
Notice! The characters in this book's world are all real, living beings. This is a brand-new world parallel to the original story.
Final survival reward: You may choose to remain in this world and live happily or return to the real world with all the wealth and beauty you've acquired.
Failure penalty: All wealth will be confiscated, and you will perish in the real world!"
I was trapped in a novel titled I Am the Son-in-Law of the World's Number One Dragon King.
My father, Cao Song, is the wealthiest man north of the Yangtze River. My mother, Ding Yuechun, is the legitimate daughter of the prestigious Ding family in Kyoto. My grandfather, Ding Yuanshan, is a retired general who has distinguished himself on the battlefield.
Even my older brother, Cao Ren, is a rising star in Jiangbei's political circles.
Spanning the realms of politics, business, and the military, the Cao family wields immense power.
Yet, in the original story, Cao Bin—the most pampered playboy of the Cao family—fell hopelessly in love with the heroine, Tang Yingxue. He was first humiliated and then brutally beaten by the Dragon King's son-in-law, Ye Fan.
Five years later, the Dragon King returned.
Driven by jealousy and a thirst for revenge, the protagonist decimated the Cao and Ding families, ensuring Cao Bin didn't survive past chapter fifty. By chapter two hundred, both families were utterly destroyed, their legacies reduced to nothing.
Two powerful, well-connected families, their wealth accumulated over three generations, were no match for a homeless man—the Dragon King's son-in-law—who had wandered for five years. In the end, the protagonist not only humiliated them but also married over a dozen beautiful women, reaching the pinnacle of life.
Seriously, what kind of plot is this?
[Ding~]
"The host's current bad luck value is ninety-nine. If it exceeds one hundred, you will be erased from this world.
Reading is risky; beware of your poisonous tongue. 'You Go, You Go' wishes you the best of luck in surviving to the end and claiming the grand prize!"
"Where's the newbie gift package?"
"Sorry, the 'You Go, You Go' system does not provide a newbie gift package for villains with a bad luck value exceeding 70. However, you could consider your current powerful status as your starting advantage. Defeat the protagonist to earn greater rewards in the future~"
"Oh, for heaven's sake!" Cao Bin cursed, slamming the book shut.
This was blatant revenge.
"Cao Bin, get out!" the professor shouted angrily.
This was an elite business management course taught by a renowned professor, with tuition fees costing hundreds of thousands per session. The class was filled with the wealthy heirs of Jiangzuo.
"Why is Cao Bin acting so crazy?"
"Who knows? Maybe Tang Yingxue rejected him again, and he's throwing a tantrum."
"Honestly, he's a complete loser. If it weren't for his family, Tang Yingxue—the most beautiful woman in Jiangzuo—wouldn't even glance at him, let alone agree to an engagement."
"Did you know? Cao Bin spent nearly 200 million in the past year trying to win her over. He even had a falling out with his family over it. And yet, Tang Yingxue still won't let him touch her. They've never even held hands!"
"Really? I heard she's been living in his house. How could they not have held hands?"
"Separate rooms! Cao Bin isn't allowed in at night. My nanny heard it from his servants—it's absolutely true!"
"What an idiot! How can someone be so clueless?"
"Tsk, tsk, tsk. Such a waste of a good family background. He's just a pathetic lapdog."
Indeed, Cao Bin also thought the original owner was a complete fool.
"I told you before, if you didn't want to come, you shouldn't have forced me to accompany you. But now that you're here, you're wasting everyone's time. What's the point?"
His words immediately drew everyone's attention.
Tang Yingxue, dressed in flowing white attire, had a pure and delicate beauty. While the title of "most beautiful woman in Jiangzuo" might be an exaggeration, her looks were undeniably captivating. Her clear eyes resembled a tranquil spring, and her flawless skin added to her ethereal charm.
"What do you mean?"
"Exactly what I said. A rich heir like you doesn't care about tuition fees. Naturally, you don't respect the teachers or your classmates. Cao Bin, please stop being so self-righteous. Can't you hear what everyone's saying about you? If you're not embarrassed, I'm embarrassed for you."
"Why should I care about your embarrassment?"
"You…"
Tang Yingxue's eyes widened in shock. Was he actually questioning her?
"What about me? Do you really think you're a goddess? When I liked you, you could say whatever you wanted. But now that I don't, who do you think you are? How dare you embarrass me? I don't even know where you get the nerve!"
"!!!!!!"
Tang Yingxue thought she was hallucinating. Although Cao Bin had always been annoying, he had been gentle and obedient, treating her every word as gospel. He had never spoken to her like this before. His tone and gaze were completely different—cold and intimidating.
Was he tired of her? Did he really not like her anymore?
A flood of complicated emotions overwhelmed her. Tang Yingxue felt as though her heart had been pricked by a needle.
Why was she panicking?
[Ding~]
"Reminder: The Dragon King is returning tonight. Please prepare for the classic plot to counter the protagonist."
"Oh~"
Of course! Only when you're about to lose everything do you think about licking the boots of others. What's the point? Licking boots will get you killed!
"When I don't exist?!"
The professor couldn't take it anymore. "You two, get out! If you want to argue about your relationship, do it somewhere else. Don't sully my classroom!"
"Professor Chen, don't be so hasty!"
A woman in the back row stood up. She wore a black suit with a white shirt and simple straight-leg pencil pants. Her short hair and confident stride exuded authority. The click of her high heels echoed through the room, capturing the attention of every man present.
If Tang Yingxue embodied purity, this woman was the epitome of glamour and strength.
"Who is she? She's just as stunning as Tang Yingxue, but her aura is even more commanding!"
"That's Shu Xin, the secretary Cao Bin's mother, Ding Yuechun, assigned to him."
"A secretary? For someone as idle as Cao Bin? More like a bed warmer, right?"
"Not likely. Ordinary bosses couldn't handle her presence. She seems more like a bodyguard. The Ding family doesn't employ simple people."
"I must remind you, Professor Chen, that the majority shareholder of the Imperial Business School, where you teach, is my young master's uncle."
"Uncle? You mean Chairman Ding is his… grandfather?"
Shu Xin nodded. "So I suggest you choose your words carefully, or else…"
Without hesitation, Professor Chen immediately stepped forward and grasped Cao Bin's hand. "Student Cao, I sincerely apologize. My tone earlier may have been too harsh. Please forgive me."
"Professor, I actually preferred your earlier disdain. Why don't you bring that back?"
Professor Chen flushed with embarrassment and fell silent.
Cao Bin shook his head in disappointment. "Sister Shu Xin, let's go."
"And you, come home with me!"
"Why should I? If you want to leave, go ahead. I'm staying to finish the class!"
After the way you treated me, you still think you can order me around? This guy has completely lost his mind today. Who does he think he is?
"Fine, suit yourself," Cao Bin said without looking back.
Tang Yingxue's heart skipped a beat. He… really left just like that? Was this still the same Cao Bin who had always been so obedient?
A flicker of surprise crossed Shu Xin's eyes as she observed her young master's confident departure. She walked over to Tang Yingxue.
"Miss Tang, if I were you, I'd seriously consider the consequences. Think carefully about whether you'll be able to return if you don't leave now. Will you regret your decision later?"
Tang Yingxue gritted her teeth and finally followed.
Half an hour later.
Jiangbei, Cao Family Estate.
The sprawling manor was a masterpiece of traditional architecture, surrounded by lush gardens, bamboo groves, and flowing streams. The estate, worth hundreds of millions, exuded understated luxury.
Cao Bin barged into Tang Yingxue's room.
"Who said you could come in? Get out!"
"You're sitting on my bed. Get up… ah~!"
Cao Bin pushed Tang Yingxue aside, looming over her.
"Take off your clothes. Now!"
"What did you say?!"
"Are you deaf? Take them off yourself!"
Since you've been holding out for so long, it's time you faced reality. Step into hell and learn what it truly means to be at someone's mercy!
Tang Yingxue…