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Chapter 1: I Became the Villain of the Apocalypse
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[Ding!]
[Congratulations, Host! The Super System has been activated.]
[Since the host has transmigrated into the villain of an apocalyptic novel world, the "Apocalyptic Villain System" has been successfully bound!]
[Current Status: The story is in its initial phase. The protagonist, "Neighborhood War God" Lin Fan, has been reborn.]
[Mission: Kill Lin Fan as soon as possible. The faster he is eliminated, the greater the rewards.]
[Initial Gift Pack Unlocked!]
[Villain's Eye (Upgradeable)]: Allows the host to analyze character data, including identity, allegiance, favorability, and core abilities.
[Villain's Space (Upgradeable)]: A static storage dimension measuring 20m x 20m x 20m, an essential feature for survival in the apocalypse.
[Suit Thug Template]: Wearing a suit grants the host a unique combination of elegance and combat prowess, with enhanced physical abilities and mastery of hand-to-hand combat.
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A New Reality
"What the hell… I transmigrated?"
Gu Ziming sat in the backseat of a luxurious Rolls-Royce, his mind spinning. A moment ago, he had been watching the Olympics, celebrating another gold medal for the national team.
Then—nothing.
Now, he had somehow found himself in a different world, inside a wealthy second-generation heir's body. But according to the plot, he was nothing more than a stepping stone for the protagonist, destined to be humiliated and crushed.
Looking at the glass of red wine beside him and the finely crafted leather seats, Gu Ziming exhaled.
"Well, if I can't change the situation, I might as well enjoy it."
With that, he closed his eyes and began sorting through his newly inherited memories.
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The Fate of a Cannon Fodder
Gu Ziming now understood the storyline clearly.
Before his rebirth, Lin Fan, the protagonist, had suffered in the apocalypse, betrayed by those closest to him—including his girlfriend, Qin Feifei. In her moment of desperation, she had chosen to follow a wealthy second-generation heir for survival.
That "rich heir" was none other than Gu Ziming himself.
In the original plot, after his rebirth, Lin Fan would prepare for the apocalypse, gathering supplies in advance. Once the world fell into chaos, he would take his revenge, laughing at Gu Ziming's downfall before crushing him like an insect.
A typical tragic fate for a villainous cannon fodder.
But now that Gu Ziming had taken over this body… things were going to be different.
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An Unexpected Meeting
Knock, knock, knock—
A light tapping on the car window pulled Gu Ziming out of his thoughts.
Lowering the window, he was met with a delicate, beautiful face. A pair of large, grape-like purple eyes blinked at him in cautious curiosity.
It was Qin Feifei, the protagonist's girlfriend.
In the original story, this was the moment when Gu Ziming would arrive at the university to pick up Qin Feifei. Lin Fan, newly reborn, would witness this scene, leading to their first confrontation.
But the situation seemed slightly different now.
"Who are you?" Gu Ziming asked, feigning ignorance.
The girl outside the window hesitated before responding softly, "I'm Qin Feifei, a student of Professor Liu. Are you Mr. Gu?"
"My professor was suddenly transferred, but before leaving, he asked me to meet you regarding a patent matter."
Patent?
Gu Ziming's expression shifted as the original body's memories resurfaced.
The Gu family's biochemical company had been negotiating to acquire a newly developed graphene patent from Qin Feifei's professor. To demonstrate sincerity, Gu Ziming had arranged to personally meet with the professor over dinner.
The appointment had been set for five o'clock, yet it was only 4:30 now. Apparently, Qin Feifei's arrival was a coincidence in the original timeline.
Gu Ziming chuckled to himself.
The novel's author really twisted the narrative to make things dramatic.
This isn't just a fictional story. It's a real world.
"It's nothing," Gu Ziming replied, rubbing his temples. "Yes, I'm Gu Ziming. Get in—I'll take you to dinner, and we can talk there."
Though Qin Feifei looked slightly hesitant, she eventually nodded. "Alright, Mr. Gu."
Just as she reached for the car door, a furious shout cut through the air—
"QIN! FEI! FEI!"
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The Protagonist Appears
Gu Ziming's lips curled into a smirk.
The show was finally starting.
A young man stood in the distance, his fists clenched so tightly that his nails dug into his palms. His face twisted in barely contained rage.
It was Lin Fan—the reborn protagonist.
Memories of his past life burned vividly in his mind. He had struggled for six months in the apocalypse, only to be stabbed in the back by his so-called comrades over a piece of rotten meat.
A piece of meat given to him by Qin Feifei.
In his final moments, he had watched her sobbing in Gu Ziming's arms, yet not a single real tear had fallen.
And Gu Ziming… that bastard had sneered and walked away with her, uttering the words:
"Don't worry, I'll take care of your girlfriend."
Now, Lin Fan had returned. He would make sure that Gu Ziming and Qin Feifei experienced the same agony he had suffered.
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A Villain's Advantage
Gu Ziming stepped out of the car, his gaze locking onto Lin Fan.
The protagonist had sharp features, a thin frame, and a pale complexion, but his eyes blazed with determination.
A quick scan with Villain's Eye confirmed it—
[Name: Lin Fan]
Identity: Righteous Protagonist
Favorability: -99
Abilities: Infinite Space, Knowledge of the Future
Gu Ziming whistled in amusement.
Negative 99 favorability right from the start?
Is this a "you killed my father" level of hatred, or a "you stole my wife" level?
Qin Feifei, now aware of Lin Fan's presence, seemed startled. "Lin Fan, what are you doing here?"
Lin Fan's glare sharpened. "If I hadn't shown up, were you really planning to get into his car?"
His voice was cold, his aura suffocating. Despite his initial outburst, his anger had now settled into a terrifying calm.
Gu Ziming recognized it instantly—
Lin Fan had already decided that he and Qin Feifei were his enemies.
There's no way to de-escalate this.
Trying to explain or plead for mercy would be pointless.
The protagonist's conviction was absolute, just as a villain's role was predetermined.
It was a simple equation—
Kill the protagonist, or be killed by the protagonist.
And since he was a villain now…
Why not strike first?
After all, in this world—
Villains have the advantage over protagonists.
Author: I have already written 100 chapter for this novel. I will publish it all based on the readers response. So lemme know if you want more free chapters.
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End of Chapter 1