Villain – Peeking at the Diary, the Female Leads’ Personas Collapse

At this moment, back in his dorm, Ye Aotian yawned. The campus arc was basically wrapping up.
This part of the story was meant to introduce some powerful figures to the protagonist and to allow Tao Xiaoyao to interact with him. It was meant to elevate the protagonist’s strength. However, Tao Xiaoyao didn’t interact with him much, though the protagonist still grew stronger.
Either way, the plot went as planned. The protagonist leveled up, acquired a formula, showed off, and received some support from powerful figures. So, the plot objective was achieved, and the story arc could end here.
Only, it was a bit tragic. Chen Fan, was now worried, afraid the protagonist might die outright.
The door opened, and Zhu Yeqing entered the dorm and lay down on her bed. Chen Fan immediately noticed that Zhu Yeqing’s power had increased.

“Sorry, Young Master, these past few days I’ve been training with Tao Xiaoyao, so I wasn’t able to look after you. Please, punish me.”
Looking at the clearly exhausted Zhu Yeqing, Chen Fan said helplessly, “It’s fine. If you’re stronger, it’s for my protection. No need to worry.”
“No, I feel it would be right for you to punish me, Young Master.”
But seeing Zhu Yeqing’s pleading look, Chen Fan gave her a symbolic slap or two.
Satisfied, Zhu Yeqing nodded, feeling that if the Young Master didn’t punish her, she wouldn’t be fulfilling her role as an undercover agent properly.
Zhu Yeqing held onto Chen Fan’s hand.
“Young Master, can you watch over me while I sleep? I’m afraid you’ll disappear suddenly tonight.”
Chen Fan understood. Zhu Yeqing likely knew about Chen Changsheng’s situation.
The appearance of Tao Xiaoyao probably signaled something. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have shown up.
Zhu Yeqing, who had been training with Tao Xiaoyao, was probably worried too. Only someone of Tao Xiaoyao’s level could stand against Chen Changsheng.
Zhu Yeqing wasn’t quite there yet; she could probably last a few moves. Mu Jinli couldn’t even hold out one move before collapsing.
Chen Fan nodded, reached out to stroke Zhu Yeqing’s hair, and said, “Sleep peacefully. Don’t worry, nothing will happen to me.”
“Mhm, Young Master, you’re my only family. You mustn’t have anything happen to you.”
“I won’t. After all, I’m a villain. When have you seen villains die early? Villains live a thousand years.”
Zhu Yeqing continued with the theatrics. Although Chen Fan hadn’t experienced it, the added drama didn’t affect their relationship.
Zhu Yeqing would fall for him but would silently internalize her love, keeping it hidden within her heart. But ultimately, she would still love him. In the end, she’d be the one to bury him. Chen Fan wasn’t stupid; he valued her companionship.
If this weren’t a novel plot, perhaps they’d end up together. A woman like this—who wouldn’t love her?
Only a fool wouldn’t.
Soon, Zhu Yeqing fell asleep.
Chen Fan let go, covered her with a blanket, lit a cigarette, and stood by the window, looking out over the campus.
The next storyline would likely start soon.
The campus plot was short, but once its purpose was fulfilled, it would transition to the next plotline.
Ye Aotian returned to his company with his longevity soup and promoted it, soon causing Chen Fan’s company stock to fall. It continued to lose value.
Chen Fan, meanwhile, needed to join the Chinese Medicine Association. After all, the medical school’s certification was still essential.
Looking over the list his father had given him, it seemed highly likely that Gao Zifeng would leave with Ye Aotian. And the principal?
In his memory, the principal didn’t appear much, likely because a righteous principal was a unique figure.
At that moment, in the principal’s office, the principal reviewed the incident report, looking at Ling Yuyan.
“So, you wrote this?”
“Uh, yes, I did.”
“Good. As long as nothing major happened, it’s fine. But it’s a pity about Chen Changsheng. I thought he’d moved past his grudges, but he remembered them all along, unable to control his emotions.”
“He was indeed strong.”
The principal smiled without comment, saying, “By the way, prepare the exam papers for tomorrow. Do you think both of them will pass?”
“Uh, isn’t Chen Fan’s certification just a graduation-type certification? Ye Aotian’s is a medical practitioner’s license, if I remember correctly.”
“Yes, guess whether both will pass.”
“Ye Aotian should have no problem. He’s quite skilled in Chinese medicine, just lacking in integration. For him, adjusting his thought process isn’t difficult.”
That was indeed true. And with Gao Zifeng’s help, failure was unlikely.
But Chen Fan? Could he pass?
“I think Ye Aotian will pass, but Chen Fan has a slim chance.”
The principal took a paper from his drawer, saying, “Give this to Chen Fan. Have him memorize it tonight; it’ll be useful.”
“Um … Principal … What are you doing?”
“Oh, nothing, just giving Chen Fan a backdoor. Can’t I?”
“But … Principal … you’re not …”
“Rumored to be incorruptible?”
Ling Yuyan couldn’t comprehend it.
Ye Aotian was already amazing enough.
Ling Yuyan’s mind raced, unable to process it. This situation exceeded her understanding.
Only after reading the journal did she understand—the entire world would help Ye Aotian. No one would help Chen Fan.
“It’s nothing, really. I just think both are talented and worth cultivating. Whether on the path of kings or ghosts, reaching the end is what matters. Take this to him.”
Ling Yuyan nodded, carrying the document out.
The principal sighed, picked up his phone, and made a call.
“It’s done. Are you satisfied?”
“Hehe, thank you, Grandpa. You’re the best.”
“Oh, you. Did you know Chen Fan before? Why the sudden interest in helping him?”
“No, I just heard about him and thought it was interesting. I just don’t like Ye Aotian, so I figured Chen Fan should get some reward too.”
It was inexplicable.
“Alright, suit yourself. How’s the performance going? When will you return?”
“Not sure yet. I’ll let you know later. I’ll hang up now, Grandpa. When I come back, I’ll bring the best tea.”
The principal nodded and reluctantly hung up the phone.
Pulling up his computer, he opened a video.
It showed Chen Fan crushing Chen Changsheng to death.
Hard to understand, but finding two such interesting young people meant he’d surely offer them a bit of convenience.