The Villains All Fell in Love with Me After Rebirth : Chapter 70 - Mission End
Chapter 70: Mission End
The system watched as its host stood there silently, holding the knife, yet after a long time, he still hadn’t made a move. It couldn’t help but feel puzzled. It had thought that upon receiving this result, the host would be overjoyed and immediately end his life to leave…
Could it be that the host… chickened out?!
The usual cowardly host, who would cry over the slightest scratch, didn’t have the courage to commit suicide?
The more the system thought about it, the more it seemed likely. It cautiously asked: [Are you afraid of pain?]
Ji Ling remained silent for a long time, then expressionlessly put down the knife and said coldly, [Did you have to say it out loud? Do I not need to save face?]
The system thought, Just as I expected: […]
Ji Ling: [Impulse is the devil! Let me see if I can find a safe and painless way to die.]
System: [...]
Although the host’s actions weren’t exactly manly, the system understood this child who had suffered so much and considerately helped him search the internet for safe and painless ways to die.
Logging into the star network, the system quickly browsed through results while offering suggestions: [Here’s an online shop selling Fire Mark Fish from Leica Star. Its eyes are highly poisonous—once ingested, you’ll be paralyzed and dead within ten seconds!]
Ji Ling glanced at it: [Fish is my favorite food. If I eat fish to die, won’t that traumatize me forever? Next.]
System: [Then how about this? This medication treats mental disorders in evolved beings, but an overdose will cause the patient to die in a hallucination—completely painless and unconscious.]
Ji Ling: [That sounds like I overdosed on drugs. I’m a law-abiding, positive citizen of a harmonious society—I refuse such an unwholesome death.]
System: [...Then this? A super poison sold on the dark web! Even an S-Level evolutionary being would die instantly—completely painless!]
Ji Ling: [This death makes you bleed from all seven orifices. Too horrifying. It doesn’t fit my perfect image at all…]
System: [???] Since when did you care about maintaining a perfect image?
The system diligently searched for ways for its host to die, but Ji Ling rejected every method for various reasons. Finally, the system asked in confusion: [Do you really want to die?]
Ji Ling’s expression turned serious, and he said firmly: [Of course! Do you doubt my determination to go home?]
System: [That’s not it…]
Ji Ling: [Since this is my grand farewell to this world, I must prepare properly to leave without regrets! I’m tired today. Let’s continue searching tomorrow.]
System: [...]
………………
The system continued helping Ji Ling search for a few more days, scouring almost the entire internet, but still, none of the methods seemed perfect enough for Ji Ling.
The system felt utterly lost. It did not doubt Ji Ling’s desire to go home—after all, he had done so much to return and had even ruthlessly rejected everyone. But now, Ji Ling’s actions… felt like he was stalling for time.
Finally, one day, the system asked: [You’re not having second thoughts, are you?]
Ji Ling let out a dry laugh: [How could that be…?]
System: [...]
Just then, Madam Marina called from outside, “Xiao Ling, come out and eat.”
Ji Ling immediately shut down his search and obediently walked out.
At the dining table, Duke Ji Ting and Madam Marina watched him with concern, placing food onto his plate while saying, “Eat more, look at how thin you’ve gotten.”
Ji Ling thought he wasn’t thin at all, but as parents, they always seemed to think their child needed to eat more.
It had been the same back on Earth.
Ji Ling put down his chopsticks, raised his eyes, and said, “I’m full. Dad, Mom, I want to go out for a walk today. I’ll be back late, so don’t wait for me.”
Madam Marina smiled and nodded. “Alright.”
Duke Ji Ting said, “Be careful.”
Ji Ling averted his gaze and softly said, “I’m heading out then.”
The system, seeing its host rarely go out, asked in confusion: [What are you going out for?]
Ji Ling: [Can’t I just take a walk?]
System: [...]
Ji Ling took the floating sightseeing car of the Emperor Star, sitting in the farthest corner with his hat covering half his face, staring blankly outside. Just as the system thought he was about to doze off, Ji Ling suddenly spoke. [That day was the second day after my college entrance exams. I had planned to go to a water park with my friends.]
The system paused slightly, realizing that Ji Ling was talking about his time on Earth.
Ji Ling continued, [Before I left, I told my mom I’d be home for dinner. She said she’d make my favorite sweet and sour fish.]
The system remained silent.
Ji Ling: [I broke my promise, but she definitely won’t blame me. She must still be waiting for me…]
Ji Ling: [So I think, even if I’m late, I will go home no matter what…]
System: [You will go home.]
Ji Ling responded with a soft ‘hmm.’ He knew he would return. Now that he truly had the answer, he suddenly felt at ease, no longer in a rush—because he knew with certainty that he would make it back.
But what about the people in this world…?
Perhaps this was what they called the impossibility of having it all.
System: [The original host has long been dead. This isn’t your fault.]
Ji Ling murmured: [Yeah…]
Leaning against the glass window, he gazed at the beautiful scenery below as the hovercar gradually left the central district and arrived at the forest park in the middle district.
He got off and strolled through the forest.
Ji Ling asked: [When I go back, will I still be able to talk to you?]
System: [Once you return, you will no longer be my host. I will go to other worlds to assist new hosts in their missions. However… if you really want to contact me, you can send me an email. If I have time, I’ll check in on you.]
Ji Ling was surprised: [You can receive emails?]
System: [It’s a virtual email account. As long as you send a message, it will be automatically transmitted to me.]
Ji Ling: [That’s… surprisingly humane.]
System: [Mm.] What the system didn’t mention was that, while it could indeed receive emails, it had never given any previous host its contact information before—because it never saw the need.
Ji Ling said: [Thank you. I’ll miss you.]
System: [You're welcome. It’s been a pleasure working with you too.]
Ji Ling smiled.
He took a deep breath and turned back.
He knew he couldn’t hesitate any longer. Sometimes, dragging things out only made it worse. Being indecisive wouldn’t change the outcome.
Ji Ling pulled out his communicator and was about to book a ride back when he suddenly sensed something. He lifted his head to look at the sky.
The satellite that had always hung silently above, never moving, slowly rotated—then, all at once, it fired a massive light beam, hundreds of meters wide. The colossal beam shot straight toward Emperor Star, its intense heat scorching the air and protective layers, making the entire planet tremble!
Ji Ling stood there, stunned, watching as the unstoppable beam tore through space…
So magnificent. Yet so terrifying, making his heart clench in fear.
Why would the defense satellite, meant to protect against enemies, turn its guns inward and suddenly attack Emperor Star? It was supposed to be the planet’s strongest line of defense, yet now, it was bringing destruction instead.
How was this possible?
All around, tourists were frozen in shock, completely overwhelmed by the scene. Then, as the ground began to crack, deep chasms splitting the forest apart, the horrified screams of animals filled the air, their panicked cries echoing as they fell into the bottomless abyss. People finally snapped out of it and began to flee in all directions.
Trees snapped and collapsed. Birds took flight in alarm.
The once safest, most carefree place—Emperor Star, which everyone believed to be impenetrable—was now caught in the flames of war.
When real war began, no one was spared.
Ji Ling did not move. Or perhaps, he simply had no intention of running. He just stood there, watching the sky.
Beside him, a massive tree was uprooted by the shifting earth, tilting toward him as it came crashing down! The system was about to warn him when, suddenly, a sharp silhouette appeared. A long arm stretched out, wrapping tightly around Ji Ling’s waist, yanking him away just in time. The figure leaped into the air, swiftly carrying Ji Ling away from danger!
Ji Ling slowly lifted his head. His gaze fell upon the man’s sharp jawline, his deep, steady black eyes. He was momentarily taken aback.
Ning Yu’s expression was cold and severe. Holding Ji Ling close, he moved swiftly through the collapsing terrain, dodging cracks in the ground, falling trees, and panicked crowds. Finally, they left the crumbling area behind. He gently set Ji Ling down. His dark eyes flickered with sorrow, attachment, and reluctance before those emotions were buried in an abyss of unreadable depths.
Ji Ling looked at him and suddenly asked, “When did you arrive on Emperor Star?”
Ning Yu replied, “Five days ago.”
Ji Ling said, “So you’ve been following me all this time?”
Ning Yu: “…”
Ji Ling asked, “Do you know what’s going on?”
Ning Yu’s black eyes darkened, his voice heavy. “Some of Emperor Star’s stationed troops have defected. To give Carlos a chance to attack, they took control of the satellites and turned them against Emperor Star. The outer defenses have already been breached. Carlos’ army will be here soon. Emperor Star… will no longer be safe."
Ji Ling fell silent. He truly hadn’t expected this—Carlos had actually come back.
After a long pause, Ji Ling sighed and looked at Ning Yu. “You shouldn’t have come here.”
Ning Yu’s gaze was warm yet tinged with sorrow. He lifted the corners of his lips in a faint smile and said softly, “I know.”
He had wanted to take the boy away. He had wanted to tell him… that he, too, was willing to let go of everything for him.
From his past life to this one, he had always done what was expected of him—protecting those who needed protection, even if it meant staining his hands with blood. But at this moment, he suddenly, fiercely wished he could abandon it all… Just once, he wanted to be selfish. Just once, he wanted to live for himself. Just once, he wanted to protect only one person.
Why… couldn’t he allow himself to be reckless for once?
But in the end, it was nothing more than a passing thought…
Because he knew—the boy would never accept it.
So, he didn’t say it.
Ning Yu raised his hand, gently brushing over the young man’s face with deep affection, and said softly, “I came here just to tell you… I'm sorry for lying to you… and also, I love you.”
He lowered his head and lightly kissed the young man's lips. As he met the boy’s startled gaze, a warm smile slowly surfaced in his dark eyes.
It doesn’t matter whether you’re willing to reveal your secret, where you truly come from, or what it is that you desire… None of it really matters. I only wanted to know because I wanted to understand you.
Simply because—I love you.
That’s all.
Ji Ling’s lips trembled slightly before he suddenly turned his head away.
You really shouldn’t have come.
Ning Yu looked at the boy’s shyly averted face, letting out a helpless chuckle. Then, in a teasing tone, he said, “Next time, if you’re not interested in someone, don’t be so good to them. And definitely don’t save them…”
He paused for a moment before murmuring to himself, “Never mind, you probably wouldn’t be able to do that anyway.”
Ji Ling took a deep breath and, forcing as much indifference into his voice as possible, said, “Leave. Never come back.”
Although he had convinced Jing Sui to temporarily call off the hunt for Ning Yu, as the leader of the Rebel, Ning Yu coming to the Emperor Star was nothing short of a death wish. Jing Sui would never let him go now that he had walked right into his hands.
Ning Yu lowered his gaze, looking at Ji Ling, and sighed. “You didn’t listen to a single word I just told you.”
Ji Ling had no patience for romantic entanglements. He was going to die—he was leaving. Why should he drag someone else down with him?
He shoved Ning Yu hard and said viciously, “Go!”
But it was already too late.
Jing Sui had rushed over the moment the Emperor Star was attacked, abandoning everything out of concern. But when he arrived, he unexpectedly saw Ning Yu there. In an instant, old grudges and new hatreds surged in his heart. His golden eyes flashed coldly as he raised his hand and struck at Ning Yu, his voice commanding and sharp. “Stay away from him!”
Ning Yu dodged Jing Sui’s attack, but the force of the punch still tore through his sleeve. His eyes narrowed sharply as he kicked off the ground and, without hesitation, engaged in battle with Jing Sui.
Ji Ling stood frozen, his expression a mix of complexity and speechlessness.
Ji Ling: [If I tell them to stop fighting right now, do you think they’ll listen?]
System: […You could try?]
Ji Ling: […]
Why is it that, as a straight man, he kept finding himself in situations where other men fought over him? And worse, he had to be the one to break them up? Just thinking about it made him feel unbearably embarrassed… But what else could he do besides try to stop them?
Just as he took a step forward, another figure suddenly dropped from the sky, landing right in front of him and blocking his path!
Carlos’ brown hair was slightly disheveled, and his deep eyes were locked onto Ji Ling. The traces of battle left his usually refined and meticulous appearance looking a bit unkempt, but his expression was as steady and fierce as ever, filled with emotions Ji Ling couldn’t quite decipher.
Ji Ling stopped in his tracks, staring blankly at Carlos.
He thought Carlos would say something, but instead, before a single word could be spoken, Brandon arrived hot on his heels. Carlos' sharp gaze swept past Ji Ling before he immediately turned and resumed fighting Brandon.
Ji Ling: […?]
What kind of all-out brawl is this?!
The system, considering its host’s mere C-Level physique, kindly suggested: [I recommend you leave immediately. Otherwise, there’s a high probability you’ll get killed.]
Ji Ling said calmly: [Didn’t you say that if I died, I could leave this world? Why would I be afraid of death?]
The system had wanted to remind him that he was afraid of pain—but then it suddenly fell silent. It felt like it had overlooked something. Until now, it had never considered this possibility. It had never thought… that maybe Ji Ling’s fear wasn’t of pain, but something else entirely.
This boy… was actually softer-hearted than anyone else.
Even if he always acted cold and indifferent.
Ji Ling narrowed his eyes slightly as the fierce winds whipped against his face. Dust and debris flew around him, yet he remained unscathed. Because despite the chaos, these men—fighting with all their might—were still careful not to let any harm come to him. As expected of SSS-Level evolutionaries. Even in a life-or-death battle, they still managed to ensure they didn’t step on the tiny ant at their feet… Quite the remarkable effort.
However, despite all being SSS-Level evolutionaries, this classification was just a broad category for the strongest individuals—it didn’t mean they were all equally matched. Their fighting styles and skill levels varied. From the way they fought, it was clear that Jing Sui and Ning Yu were roughly on par, but Brandon was slightly weaker than Carlos and was gradually being forced onto the defensive. However, with Jing Sui still occupied by Ning Yu, he couldn’t spare the time to assist Brandon.
Carlos' expression was ice-cold, his usual scholarly and refined demeanor now laced with a chilling murderous intent. His cane was an exceptionally powerful weapon! Just as he was about to pierce through Brandon’s chest, a sudden wave of silver threads shot toward him from behind! The threads wrapped tightly around Carlos’ arm, briefly slowing his movement. Although it was only a two-second delay, it was enough for Brandon to launch another attack!
Ji Ling turned in shock and saw a silver-haired, black-eyed man emerging from the shadows, holding a silver spherical device—the source of the binding threads. His gaze was warm and respectful as he looked at Ji Ling.
Ji Ling was momentarily stunned, then let out a breath of relief. It seemed Wen Yan had managed to escape.
He hadn't expected Wen Yan to be lying in ambush here as well.
Although Wen Yan’s attack was well-timed, he was only a S-Level evolutionary. Carlos quickly recovered, dodging Brandon’s strike before yanking the threads with force, sending Wen Yan flying! Carlos then turned sharply, aiming to finish off Wen Yan first!
Ji Ling’s heart clenched once again!
At the critical moment, Ning Yu, who had been fighting Jing Sui, chose to take Jing Sui's punch head-on. He was sent flying but managed to grab Carlos's staff, forcefully slamming him away!
Jing Sui's eyes narrowed. He hesitated for less than a second before drawing the energy sword at his waist and slashing directly at Carlos's arm!
Caught off guard by Ning Yu’s strike, Carlos was then met with Jing Sui’s sword. His arm was severed at the elbow, blood splattering everywhere. His tightly gripped staff fell to the ground along with the severed limb. At the same time, Brandon moved forward again, grabbing Carlos's other hand and twisting it behind his back!
Just moments ago, it had been two-on-two. But in the blink of an eye, it had become four-against-one.
Though they hadn’t exchanged a single word—or even a glance—the moment Ning Yu withdrew, they had tacitly agreed to join forces and kill Carlos first!
Ning Yu’s decision was risky. He knew very well that once Carlos was dead, he would be next. His chances of escaping from Jing Sui and Brandon working together were slim to none.
But he still did it.
Because only this way could the war be ended as quickly as possible.
With Carlos dead, his forces would be leaderless. Jing Sui could then swiftly eliminate the remaining opposition, and no one would be left to hinder his reforms. Though this path, too, was drenched in blood and slaughter, at this moment, there was no better way.
No matter how cruel the road, as long as they could achieve their goal, they were willing to pay the price.
Ji Ling watched all of this unfold, his expression unprecedentedly calm. He suddenly spoke to the system: [Actually, there’s a better way. No one has to die.]
System: [?]
The system had thought Ning Yu’s decision was already incredibly wise and decisive—sacrificing himself to kill Carlos and quickly end the war. After Carlos’s death, Jing Sui would shape the world as he envisioned.
Could there really be a better way than this?
Jing Sui gazed coldly at Carlos.
Carlos’s face was covered in blood. His eyes swept over Ning Yu, Wen Yan, Brandon, and finally the young man he loved… He curved his lips into a smile. This time, he had truly lost fair and square.
Jing Sui raised his sword high, gripping it with both hands and striking downward—
Just as the tip of the blade was about to pierce Carlos’s chest, a slender figure rushed forward! The boy moved so fast that his golden hair trailed behind him in a blur. He pressed his hands against Jing Sui’s sword with all his might, but he was too weak. Even with all his strength, he only delayed the attack for the briefest moment before the blade easily pierced through his chest—
Jing Sui’s movements abruptly halted. He stared at the boy in disbelief. He had stopped his hand, but it was already too late.
The searing energy blade instantly evaporated the blood that spilled from the wound, its glow illuminating the boy’s delicate features. In those beautiful blue eyes shone clarity, determination, and unwavering resolve.
Ji Ling felt his life slipping away. Oh… it really does hurt a little. But he had to hold on to finish speaking. If he was going to die anyway, he might as well make it meaningful.
That way, it wouldn’t be a waste.
Carlos stared at the boy standing in front of him, his body impaled by the sword. That calm and composed expression—even in the face of death—was finally marred by pain. In a trembling voice, he asked: “Why…?”
Didn’t you hate me?
Why… would you save me?
Ji Ling sighed as he looked at Carlos. Actually, I wanted to tell you before, Uncle Carlos, that villains like you have no future. You won’t live long! It’s a new era now—harmony and positivity are the themes. Even novels need to uphold proper morals. Do you really think villains like you can have a good ending? Have you ever wondered why everyone keeps ganging up on you? Even villains nowadays are turning over a new leaf, redeeming themselves, and seeking salvation. Why do you insist on being so stubborn?!
Lay down your arms and embrace peace! The sea of suffering is vast, but turning back leads to salvation!
You’re not young anymore. Why can’t you find some inner peace? Aren’t you tired of being so ambitious all the time?
But Ji Ling felt that saying all this was a waste of time, not to mention it lacked style and failed to drive the point home.
So he simply looked at Carlos and said three words: “Let it go.”
The best way to end a war wasn’t to exterminate the opposition—because that would only lead to more endless slaughter and turmoil. It was just another form of tyranny. The best way… was to reconcile. Both sides taking a step back would open up an entirely new future. Why waste time fighting all the time?
As long as Carlos was willing to withdraw his troops, the war would be over.
No slaughter. No sacrifice.
Carlos gazed at Ji Ling tenderly. This was the boy he loved. How could he bear to refuse his final request? He gently brushed aside the strands of hair on Ji Ling’s forehead, just as he had always done. With a look of affection and indulgence, he whispered: “Alright.”
Ji Ling smiled and turned to Jing Sui.
A trace of guilt flickered in his eyes. He knew that while this was the best solution, it was also cruel to Jing Sui…
To personally kill the one he loved, yet still be forced to spare the enemy he hated most.
Ji Ling had never asked Jing Sui for anything before. He never expected that his first request would be so unreasonable. His eyelashes trembled as he whispered, “I'm sorry…”
Jing Sui looked at him in agony.
Ji Ling slowly said, “Your Majesty, will you promise me… to not only be a wise ruler but also a merciful one?”
Jing Sui was silent for a long time. He closed his eyes and said in a hoarse voice, “I promise you.”
Ji Ling was truly grateful. “Thank you.”
I’ve been so cruel to you—rejecting your love, breaking your heart, and now doing this to you… And yet, you’re still willing to yield to me this one last time.
Then Ji Ling turned to Brandon.
The gray-eyed man looked at him with sorrow. His face, streaked with blood, was filled with guilt for failing to protect him.
Ji Ling said, “You never owed me anything. You don’t need to blame yourself.”
Brandon was a warrior worthy of respect, an upright and honorable man. But time was short—he wouldn’t waste it giving him a ‘good person’ card.
The system prompted: [Your body is rapidly deteriorating. You're about to leave this world. If you have something to say, say it quickly so I can send you back.]
Ji Ling: […]
He glanced at Wen Yan, who looked utterly grief-stricken and desperate.
Ji Ling thought to himself that this one really wasn’t in his right mind. He had always wanted to tell Wen Yan to be a person with self-respect and self-love, that every person in this world deserved respect, that every life was worth cherishing—not just him alone. If he stayed this obsessed… if Ji Ling were to die, he wouldn’t be able to handle it.
But reasoning with him probably wouldn’t work, and there was no time left anyway. Ji Ling simply looked into his eyes and said seriously, “Promise me, live well.”
I know… you never refuse any of my requests.
System: [Detachment countdown: ten, nine, eight, seven…]
Finally, Ji Ling looked at Ning Yu. He recalled all the things he had done in his past and present life—perhaps, in Ning Yu’s eyes, they were nothing but a ridiculous joke. Before, it had mortified him, but now, he wasn’t even sure how he felt anymore. Since he was leaving anyway, what did it matter if he made a fool of himself one last time? He chuckled.
Besides, they were already even.
Ji Ling blinked and softly said, “Don’t be sad. I’m just going home.”
This time, it was the truth. Not a single word was a lie.
This… is my answer to you.
System: [Six, five, four, three…]
Ji Ling’s breathing gradually slowed. He took one last look at this world—at the darkened sky, rolling with crimson-tinged clouds, and at the men whose faces were filled with sorrow and pain.
System: [Two, one.]
System: [Mission complete. Initiating transfer.]
Ji Ling closed his eyes. His lips moved slightly, but no sound came out.
I’m sorry.
Goodbye.
The author has something to say:
Jing Sui: Even if you never truly loved me… I have already fallen for you.
Carlos: My dear, so this is your true self.
Brandon: Let’s get acquainted again. My name is Brandon.
Wen Yan: Please… allow me to continue staying by your side.
Ning Yu: Hello, we meet again.
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