I Became the Devil Queen's Heart Demon

Chapter 1233 - 467: Empress: I’m a Professional at Regicide! Treating the Princess’s Wounds! (Part 2)

However, the Empress was not overcome by anger. Her emotions quickly calmed, and she pondered, "Since you’ve decided on regicide, killing Wu Lie is only the beginning. You must also consider all possible changes that might arise..."

"First of all, I must make it clear to you that even if Wu Lie dies, the Great Yuan Empire must never fall into your hands."

Yu Youhan is a strong individual, but certainly not a wise ruler.

If she were truly to ascend to the throne, the fate of the Great Yuan would likely be sealed.

The Empress also doesn’t wish for personal convictions to plunge the common people of the world into dire circumstances.

"Don’t worry, compared to the empire, I already have a better option," Yu Youhan said, "Besides, you should realize that the throne holds no meaning for me after committing regicide myself."

Seemingly out of some mutual understanding, neither referred to themselves as "this palace," as if they had completely discarded their identities.

The Empress nodded and continued, "Next is considering how to specifically implement the plan. It’s certainly not feasible to storm into Qianji Palace in an ostentatious manner like last time. Not to mention the difficulty of managing the aftermath, it might also involve Chen Mo, so planning thoroughly before acting is necessary..."

"In addition, once this matter is initiated, there’s no turning back. The Chen Family, Lin Family, and the followers who support you must be prepared in advance to avoid being involved..."

"Moreover, the Heavenly Shadow Guards are also a force not to be underestimated..."

"By the way, it’s best not to let Chen Mo know about this in advance, to prevent any flaws from being exposed..."

"..."

Listening to the Empress’s detailed analysis, Yu Youhan’s mouth slightly twitched.

Why did she feel that this person was even more professional than herself?

As if she had done this before...

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Qianji Palace.

With the Ministry of Construction and Internal Affairs Office working overtime to expedite repairs, the entire palace was restored to its former glory, with no traces of damage visible.

Windows and doors remained sealed with wooden planks, rendering the inner chamber dimly lit, with only the flicker of candlelight illuminating the silhouette of a frail figure sitting against the headboard, breathing slowly and deeply.

The elderly eunuch stood bowed before the dragon bed, motionless like a statue.

Wu Lie’s raspy voice sounded, "Are you saying that Chen Mo is unharmed and is on his way back to the capital?"

"Correct." The elderly eunuch nodded, "Reportedly, Chen Mo exhibited extraordinary prowess in the Secret Realm, not only slaying the resurrected Buddha but also breaking through the major formation, and led the people of Tianshu Pavilion and Martial Saint Mountain to escape... Also, it seems the Princess was involved as well..."

The air was silent, a pin drop could be heard.

Although Wu Lie remained silent, one could tell from the rapid pacing that he was already exceedingly furious.

"Chen Mo possesses Dragon Qi, his fortune is unmatched, and he’s protected by the Ultimate Venerable, making direct confrontation unlikely to succeed."

"Moreover, in that secluded realm, with no Dragon Vein present, his advantage was utterly nullified. Coupled with the dual safety assurance of the No Desire Buddha and the Rebirth Formation, logically, there was absolutely no chance for failure..."

"Yet, not only was the body not forged, several strands of Origin Power were lost instead."

"It seems aside from Dragon Qi and Dragon Blood, he has secrets even I am unaware of..."

"What could it be?"

Wu Lie couldn’t comprehend despite endless contemplation.

This was the first time he felt events were slipping out of his control.

After a long pause, Wu Lie asked, "Where is Wei Xuan? Why hasn’t he come to see me?"

The elderly eunuch presented a folded memorandum, replying, "Mr. Wei left a memorandum at the front hall and departed, allegedly due to pressing government duties. He couldn’t personally report to the emperor, entrusting the task to me instead..."

Wu Lie did not receive it, snorting coldly, "Oh, usually indifferent to governmental affairs, suddenly busy now? Does he truly think I am a fool?"

The elderly eunuch cautioned, "Should I make a trip to Qilin Pavilion?"

"No need." Wu Lie shook his head, "Wei Xuan always follows the principle of loyalty to the Tao rather than the ruler. My unexpected blunder made him aware of impending changes, and he would likely choose to remain neutral, presumably unreachable now."

Now that Qi Lianshan is dead, the Empress harbors second thoughts, Lv Huaiyu’s stance remains ambiguous, and Chu Yanli wishes to personally end him...

Thinking carefully, there are few available allies, a very dangerous signal, with widespread betrayal hinting at the downfall of the empire, indicating that heavenly fate is flowing away from him.

The "fortune" in the world is conserved, continuously gathering around those of greater fortune.

In the process of this exchange, he will ultimately be entirely drained.

"Sacrificing to the heavens, seizing fortune, transforming into a dragon—this is the only way to escape destiny."

"Among them, ’seizing fortune’ is the most crucial. I’ve plotted for years, considering all possible situations, yet still ended in failure... Chen Mo, why couldn’t you just die peacefully?"

Wu Lie murmured, a trace of ferocity flashing in his eyes, "I didn’t originally intend to reach this point, yet fate conspired against me. You brought this upon me..."

Tap, tap, tap—

At this moment, light footsteps sounded.

The little eunuch approached the dragon bed holding a medicine box, softly saying, "Your Majesty, it’s time to take your medicine."

"Mm."

A bony hand reached out from the curtain but instead of taking the medicine pill, it seized the little eunuch’s wrist, suddenly pulling him inside.

"Your, Your Majesty?!"

"Ahhhh!!"

Piercing wails reverberated within the hall, accompanied by beast-like devouring sounds, sending chills down one’s spine.

The elderly eunuch lowered his head, indifferent.

These little eunuchs were meant as consumables. When one died, another would soon replace them.

Yet, to maintain royal dignity, they would usually be refined into alchemy pills; such raw consumption was rare, reflecting Wu Lie’s rage and anxiety at this time, which he could only vent through such actions.

Only after a full incense stick’s burning, the cries gradually ceased.

Shortly after, the curtain was opened, releasing a thick scent of blood.

A bright yellow dragon robe stepped out of bed, slowly approaching the elderly eunuch.

Through the gap in the silk curtain, one could see the bedding soaked in blood, the little eunuch lying in a pool of blood, completely split open, his chest and abdominal cavity empty, lifeless.

He watched himself being devoured, perishing only when his heart was removed.

"Prepare the sedan." Wu Lie said indifferently.

The elderly eunuch inquired puzzledly, "Your Majesty, where are you going?"

Wu Lie’s gaze was deep as he replied, "My intentions have been exposed, Yu Youhan, that madwoman, may come at any time, Qianji Palace can’t be stayed in for now, I must relocate..."

"Clean this place thoroughly, do not let outsiders know. I will need to make careful preparations for the upcoming matters, affording no margin for error."

"Yes."

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Whish——

The flying boat sailed steadily through the clouds.

Qing Province is not far from Central State, at full speed, it would take perhaps less than two days to reach Tiandu City.

Ling Ningzhi, Yu Hongyin, and Qiao Tong were each meditating in their rooms.

This Secret Realm journey exhausted them greatly, especially Ling Ningzhi and Yu Hongyin, due to excessive use of Primordial Qi and consuming Blood Burning Pills, their meridians were severely overtaxed. Although Chen Mo used Vitality Essence to eliminate their hidden injuries, they still needed to recuperate for a while.

Meanwhile, Chen Mo busied himself with treating Chu Yanli.

As soon as she boarded, Chu Yanli fainted, completely unconscious.

Chen Mo feared something would happen to her, and could only stay by her side overnight, suppressing her transformation using Purple Extreme Qian Yuan.

Chu Yanli’s condition was far worse than he imagined, Dragon Qi had already permeated her organs. Completely purging it wouldn’t be a short process, but for now ensuring her survival was no problem.

In the bedroom.

Chu Yanli lay on the bed, unclothed.

Chen Mo sat beside her, with a purple glow swirling in his palm, slowly wandering over her skin.

Under the purple light, golden scales receded, revealing fair skin, the area of transformation continuously shrinking, now remaining only on the heart meridian and between the thighs.

"This..."

Chen Mo hesitated slightly, a bit embarrassed by the location.

With things already reached this point, there was no backing off halfway. Resolutely using both hands and working swiftly to resolve the issue before she awoke.

"Ugh~"

At that moment, a muffled groan reached his ears.

Chen Mo paused, looking up to see Chu Yanli’s eyelashes flutter as she slowly opened her eyes.

Their eyes met, Chu Yanli faced him with confusion.

"Chen Mo?"

"What are you doing?"