CHAPTER 221: CHAPTER 119 FIRE BURNING RED CLIFF 2.0! THE EMPRESS’S SPLENDID MOMENT! (6K)

Youthful Elixir?

The Empress knows of this item; it is a rare superior alchemy pill with the miraculous effect of rejuvenation and everlasting beauty.

Regardless if it’s sect female cultivators or noble women from esteemed families, they all covet this spirit pill. However, due to the scarcity of materials, it is extremely hard to obtain, and even she has only heard of it, never seen it with her own eyes.

Unexpectedly, Chen Mo actually managed to refine one...

"I haven’t decided how to punish you yet, and you’re already eager to bribe me?"

Looking at Chen Mo’s pitiful expression, the Empress found it both infuriating and amusing. She rolled her phoenix eyes at him and said, "You’re young, yet you’re becoming more sly."

Chen Mo cupped his hands and said, "This humble servant is wholeheartedly devoted, and hopes Your Highness can discern this."

Wholeheartedly devoted?

Clearly full of deceit!

The Empress secretly criticized him, recalling his previous words, she frowned and said, "Are you hurt? Should I summon the Imperial Physician to check on you?"

"Thank you for your concern, Your Highness, this humble servant deeply appreciates it."

Chen Mo shook his head and said, "I have sinned, how dare I trouble the Imperial Physician? It’s nothing more than some wind and frost, I’m already accustomed to it, I can adjust by myself."

Seeing this, the Empress did not insist and said helplessly, "The Youthful Elixir is only useful for appearance, not beneficial for cultivation, why do you go to such extremes..."

"Of course, it’s for Your Highness!"

Before the words fell, Chen Mo raised his voice.

?

The Empress was taken aback by his words, only to see Chen Mo lift his head, his gaze burning brightly like two flares.

"Your Highness is tirelessly working for the nation’s affairs, wearing out your mind and body, this humble servant sees it and feels it in the heart!"

"In the Secret Realm, I was fortunate to find an opportunity, discovered this Spring Beauty Jade Dew to refine the Spirit Pill, with the hope that it could slightly relieve Your Highness’s fatigue, and preserve Your Highness’s youthful elegance forever."

"With this, even if it costs me my life, I am willing!"

His words were resolute and echoed in the grand hall, lingering for a long time.

The Empress’s expression was slightly stunned.

Although such words may appear flattering, she knew very well how fierce the competition was in the Secret Realm.

Even Zi Lianji, ranked second on the Cloud Top Ranking, was seriously injured; with Chen Mo’s strength, even if he is strong, to get out unscathed, he would likely have to pay some price.

"This little thief..."

Looking at that handsome young face, the Empress’s eyes were somewhat complex.

From defeating the Tenth Sky Demon, to uncovering the Demon Clan’s major case, to competing in the Secret Realm this time... when was he not walking on the edge?

Chen Mo’s repeatedly outstanding performance almost made her forget that he was just a young man of about twenty years.

At a time when blood is not cold yet and full of vigor, his actions are inevitably impulsive. Compared to those worldly-wise old foxes in the court, this kind of sincerity and enthusiasm is especially valuable...

"I’ll accept this spirit pill, have a seat and we’ll talk." The Empress said indifferently.

"Thank you, Your Highness."

A slight smile flickered in Chen Mo’s eyes.

This tactic of retreating in order to advance, defending while counterattacking, coupled with the strong allure of the Youthful Elixir, indeed had the Busty Empress firmly in his grasp!

Flattering the phoenix butt, I’m quite the expert!

"I still need to consider how specifically to punish you, that will be discussed at a later date."

"Aside from that, there’s something else I need to ask you about."

The Empress’s phoenix eyes gazed at him deeply, "Do you remember what you once promised me?"

Chen Mo was startled by her words, "What does Your Highness mean?"

The Empress frowned slightly and said, "Don’t feign ignorance. Last time at the Lin Residence, you promised me that you won’t tell anyone about that matter..."

Chen Mo suddenly understood and said, "Of course I remember, Your Highness, rest assured, I will certainly keep my mouth shut and absolutely will not leak a single word."

"Haha, easy for you to say."

The Empress sneered, her oval face colored with annoyance, "If that’s true, why did Yu Youhan come to accuse me, and keep saying I went behind your back, when you were clearly the one who got physical with me..."

As she spoke, her chest rose and fell dramatically, almost straining the buttons of her dress.

Taking advantage of her was one thing, but turning around to accuse her made it utterly shameless!

?!

Chen Mo’s expression turned blank.

For heaven’s sake, how could he dare to mention such a thing to the Empress?

Recalling the night’s events, Chen Mo realized something.

"This should be a misunderstanding..."

Upon hearing his mention of being attacked after leaving the Lin Residence, the Empress’s expression gradually shifted from anger to seriousness, her eyebrows tightly knitted.

"So that’s the case?"

"Someone actually dared to strike within Tiandu City against him..."

"Because I also went to the Lin Residence, does Yu Youhan suspect it was my doing?"

Chen Mo continued to explain, "On the way back to the Capital City, I was ambushed as well, presumably by the same attackers from before, they were quite formidable, and I barely escaped."

The Empress asked in a deep voice, "Do you have any clue about their identity?"

Chen Mo shook his head with a bitter smile, "I have too many enemies, it’s hard to pinpoint in such a short time."

"..."

Thoughts surged in the Empress’s mind.

Recently, she had not concealed her "preference" towards Chen Mo; these days, the imperial favor was overwhelming, it’s unlikely the Six Ministers had the guts.

It’s probable that this incident was orchestrated by the Demon Clan.

Yet, if it was indeed the Demon Clan, given such strong power, how could it possibly evade the Eightfold Exorcism Array?

"This matter, I will investigate to the end, you better be cautious and don’t stir up trouble again." The Empress urged.

"I will remember, Your Highness." Chen Mo bowed his head in response.

Knock, knock, knock—

At that moment, the door was tapped, and Sun Senior Palace Lady entered quietly, bowed, and said, "Your Highness, Miss Lin has arrived. She is currently waiting outside the hall."

The Empress nodded and said, "Let her in."

She had arranged for the Clothing Bureau to custom tailor some dresses based on Lin Jingzhu’s figure, and today was the day she was supposed to come and try them on, only Chen Mo’s sudden audience was unexpected.

Chen Mo stood up at the right moment and said, "It’s inappropriate for me to disturb; may I take my leave now."