The Great Yuan was already beset by internal and external troubles, with the resurgence of the Demon Clan and the ongoing deterioration of sect issues. Now, with such a vile event occurring under the Emperor’s feet, I’m afraid the situation will only worsen.
"What does Qi Chengze say?" the Empress inquired.
Sun Senior Palace Lady replied, "That monk had a string of Buddha Beads in his hand, which contained pure Buddha Power, allowing him to temporarily elevate his cultivation to the First Grade. Qi Jianzheng pursued him for nearly ten thousand miles but ultimately, he escaped..."
The Empress was not surprised by this.
Since he dared to take action at such a critical juncture, he must have been fully prepared.
Moreover, Qi Chengze, as the Director of the Astronomical Observatory, focused his cultivation on astrology and divination, and his actual combat power was not that strong.
Sun Senior Palace Lady continued, "According to Qi Jianzheng, that monk ca for the Dragon Qi. The people from the Demon Suppression Departnt went to East Cen Square to investigate and indeed found an Array Hub beneath a crevice. The seal has loosened, and it’s likely that so Dragon Qi has been stolen."
When it rains, it pours.
Amidst already turbulent tis, the loss of the Dragon Qi, a symbol of the nation’s fortune, once again makes the situation seem increasingly dire.
The Empress felt a headache coming on and frowned, saying, "What about Li’er? Has she returned?"
Sun Senior Palace Lady shook her head, "The Princess is still outside the city searching for Chen Mo’s whereabouts. She hasn’t rested for a day and a night."
"Sigh..."
A long sigh echoed within the great hall.
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...
Frozen Sky Palace.
Haitang Pond, shrouded in mist.
Yu Youhan soaked in the pool, lifting her hands to wipe the water off her collarbone.
Her delicate skin was like white jade, with water droplets rolling down and disappearing into the crevices.
Xu Qingyi knelt behind her, holding a wooden comb to smooth her teal hair, her expression conflicted, looking like she had sothing to say but hesitated.
"Alright, say what you have to say. I’m afraid you’ll suffocate if you hold it in," Yu Youhan said indifferently without turning her head.
Xu Qingyi swallowed and softly spoke, "With such chaos in the city, involving the Demon Clan, and even a court official losing his life, I’m worried about Mr. Chen..."
Yu Youhan glanced at her and sneered, "After all that, you just want to know about Chen Mo, right?"
"Forgive , Your Majesty!"
Xu Qingyi hurriedly knelt, her tone flustered, "Since Your Majesty ordered, I’ve had no contact with Mr. Chen. But given the special circumstances this ti, with no news from Mr. Chen, I dared to inquire."
"Get up. I’m not blaming you."
Yu Youhan leaned against the edge of the pool, speaking softly, "Don’t worry, I arranged for an Ultimate Venerable to protect him. Nothing will go wrong, and he should be back in a day or two."
"Really?"
Hearing this, Xu Qingyi’s eyes brightened.
"Why would I lie to you?"
Yu Youhan had reached a collaboration with the Daoist Venerable, arranging for him to protect Chen Mo’s safety.
When battling the Demon Lord in the Desolate Domain, emotions were stripped away, plunging her into nothingness, eventually being awakened by Chen Mo’s Divine Sense.
If not for Ji Hongxiu’s help, Chen Mo wouldn’t have been able to enter the Dao Domain, which indirectly indicates that they were together, at least ensuring safety.
As for why they haven’t returned yet...
Most likely they are helping the Daoist Venerable suppress the "price", perhaps even sleeping in each other’s arms.
"Considering Ji Hongxiu’s reliability this ti, let them sleep one more night. I won’t hold it against her."
Recalling the experience in the Dao Domain, Yu Youhan’s heart raced, and a blush rose on her jade-like cheeks, with ripples shimring in her eyes.
Anyway, there’s a long life ahead.
He did say he wanted to be with for a lifeti...
Seeing Xu Qingyi’s joyful appearance, Yu Youhan hesitated slightly and suddenly asked, "Qingyi, if one day, I am no longer an Imperial Consort, would you be willing to leave with ?"
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Xu Qingyi was caught off guard and froze for a mont.
Realizing what was said, she promptly replied, "Everything I have was granted by Your Majesty. In life, I’m Your Majesty’s person; in death, I’m Your Majesty’s ghost! As long as Your Majesty doesn’t mind my dullness, I’m willing to follow Your Majesty to the ends of the earth, serving with utmost loyalty!"
"Good, I understand," Yu Youhan nodded.
Xu Qingyi blinked and cautiously asked, "But why would Your Majesty suddenly say such things?"
Yu Youhan’s rosy lips lifted into a bright smile, a beauty that left Xu Qingyi sowhat entranced.
"Previously, my heart only had cultivation, and reaching the pinnacle of the immortal path was my sole pursuit."
"But now, things have changed... Beyond cultivation, there’s a greater aning to my life."
"A greater aning?"
Xu Qingyi looked puzzled.
For so reason, she felt that Her Majesty seed to have changed, becoming more vibrant. Compared to the previously cold and distant deanor, she now seed to have gained so ’human warmth’?
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Changning Pavilion.
In the inner hall, the air rippled, and two figures erged out of thin air.
"Still need more practice; the speed is too slow," Chu Yanli said calmly, standing with her hands behind her back.
Chen Mo smirked, "Only slower by three breaths, and your realm is higher than mine, isn’t it?"
"You lost fair and square, don’t make excuses. Later, you’ll be punished to drink with ," Chu Yanli glanced at her own armor and said, "Make yourself comfortable; I’m going to change clothes first."
With that, she headed into the bedroom.
Chen Mo, being a frequent visitor, comfortably lounged in a chair.
Bored, he opened the system panel to review the gains from this event.
[All targets have been eliminated.]
[Event Concluded.]
[Evaluation: Excellent.]
[True Spirit 2000.]
[Divine Skill Acquired: Six-Ard Demon Form.]
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