I Became the Devil Queen's Heart Demon

Chapter 1271 - 486: Chen Mo: My Life Has Been Like Walking on Thin Ice... (Part 2)

Chen Mo frowned and said, "But why is Master Lv telling me about this?"

Lv Huaiyu was silent for a moment, then said, "Because I never expected you to come out alive from the Qingzhou Secret Realm."

Chen Mo’s pupils suddenly contracted!

"Cough, cough." At this moment, Wei Xuan coughed and said impatiently, "You old fellow, rambling on, making me drowsy. Let me explain instead."

Wei Xuan slightly raised his eyelids, his deep eyes fixed on Chen Mo, and stated bluntly, "Originally, we thought you were just a substitute for the Crown Prince. If you died, it would be worth it to save the heir, but now it seems you might have the potential to sit at the table."

"The reason for calling you over today is simple. Chaos is imminent in the Capital City, and the time that will truly decide Great Yuan’s fate is approaching."

"I don’t know whose hand is stronger, but as long as no one flips the table, I won’t intervene. Ultimately, whether you win it all or lose everything depends on your ability."

Chen Mo furrowed his brows even more, "Is this game one I have to play?"

"You have no choice," Wei Xuan said indifferently. "The arrow has left the bow, there’s no turning back. It’s no longer up to you."

Lv Huaiyu tapped his finger on the table and said, "Mr. Chen, no matter what cards you hold, it’s best to play with your utmost effort. Your opponents are much stronger than you think... If you truly laugh until the end, I hope you can promise me one thing."

Chen Mo asked, "What is it?"

Lv Huaiyu said solemnly, "No matter what, ensure the Crown Prince’s safety. This is what I owe the Xu Family. In return, I can give you something."

Saying this, he took out a jade scroll from his sleeve and placed it in front of Chen Mo.

"This is..."

"Mr. Chen will know after taking a look."

Chen Mo reached out to pick it up, immersing his mind into it, and was immediately stunned.

The jade scroll depicted the distribution map of Tiandu City’s earth veins!

Besides the main vein, there were tens of thousands of branches, densely intertwined, even the Dragon Qi pathways were clearly depicted!

It’s important to know that the Eightfold Exorcism Array covering the Capital City, besides identifying demon energy, more importantly anchors the Dragon Vein and consolidates the nation’s fortune. With this earth vein distribution map, cracking the array would surely advance to a higher level!

Since there was already collusion between No Desire Buddha and Wu Lie, there must be something fishy about this grand array!

Could it be that Lv Huaiyu knows something?

"Master Lv..."

Chen Mo had too many doubts in his heart and wanted to inquire further, but Wei Xuan interrupted, "Alright, we’ve talked enough. Mr. Chen, go ahead with your business... Qing Lin, see the guest out."

A silent girl in black appeared behind Chen Mo, "Mr. Chen, please."

Seeing this, Chen Mo had no choice but to put away the jade scroll, bow his head, and say, "I’ll take my leave now."

Then he got up to follow the girl towards the door.

Watching that figure walk out the door, Wei Xuan coughed and said, "Betting now, isn’t it a bit too hasty?"

Lv Huaiyu’s brows furrowed tightly, shaking his head, "I trust my intuition. This situation is very special; not only did Chen Mo not fall, but he also broke through to the Second Grade. His Majesty definitely won’t allow him more time to grow, and we should soon see the outcome."

Wei Xuan shrugged, "Let me make it clear, I won’t step in to help you. If the bet is lost, there’s a high chance you’ll end up like the Xu Family, and I might even be the one leading the raid on your home."

"..."

Lv Huaiyu’s eyelids twitched, "I don’t need your help, just don’t interfere."

Wei Xuan wrapped his fur cloak tighter, turned to look at the Imperial City out the window, and said softly, "You know I don’t care who wins or loses, as long as the table doesn’t get flipped."

"But I also advise you, best not to get too deeply involved..."

"You think you understand the Emperor, but it’s just viewing a leopard through a tube; you can’t see the whole picture until the final moment."

Lv Huaiyu took a deep breath, the silver needles of his beard trembled slightly, and he said, "His Majesty once told me personally, the ministers of the court are divided into three categories. The first is the knife, always stained with blood to keep it sharp; the second is the shield, dignified and steady, used for protection and defense; the third is the firewood, insignificant, burned without regret."

"Mr. Wei, which category do you think I belong to?"

Wei Xuan’s eyes squinted, "Of course the knife, a top-notch knife."

Lv Huaiyu sneered, his pale yellow pupils filled with chill, "Without opponents, even the knife becomes useless, eventually turning to kindling. Since that’s the case, I might as well fight before being thrown into the furnace."

Wei Xuan understood his thought process.

After what happened in Qingzhou, the conflict between Chu Yanli and Wu Lie has escalated with no room for retreat.

And with Lu Shuangge deeply associated as a Xuanhuang Army leader and tied to Chu Yanli, without prior preparation, the entire Lv Family might face annihilation!

Compared to abandoning his family for self-preservation, Lv Huaiyu has clearly chosen another, more perilous path.

"Most importantly, I’ve sensed a different aura from Chen Mo, something neither His Majesty nor the Princess ever had. Perhaps this time, everything really can change."

"Heh, let’s hope so..."

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...

After leaving Wei Xuan, Chen Mo didn’t linger, heading directly towards the Imperial Palace.

Having learned of the past from Chu Yanli last night, he hadn’t fully processed it, and today’s words from the two left him cold with sweat... Unknowingly, he’s been pushed to the forefront!

It seems from Lv Huaiyu’s words, he also wants to support him for the throne?!

That’s simply too outrageous!

"At first, I talked of rebellion and becoming Emperor, swapping roles between the Empress and the Imperial Consort just as a joke. How did it feel like it’s becoming a self-fulfilling prophecy?" Chen Mo shook his head, dispelling the stray thoughts.

One thing is for sure—

Wu Lie will never let it go. No matter who sits on the dragon throne, this problem must be thoroughly resolved!

"This is no small matter, I still need to report to the Empress first."

Chen Mo increased his speed by a few degrees.

Qilin Pavilion wasn’t far from the Imperial Palace; it only took a few seconds to reach the Imperial City Gate.

He raised his hand to show his waist token, and the guards at the gate stepped aside. Once inside the door, a familiar figure greeted him.

"Eunuch Jin?"

"Oh, Mr. Chen."

The Golden Crow, dressed in a blue silk blouse, smiled at him, "Long time no see, Mr. Chen, you’re looking more vigorous. Your aura seems to have improved much?"

Chen Mo didn’t hide it, nodded, "Sharp eyes, Eunuch. I just recently had the good fortune to break through to the Second Grade."

???

The corner of the Golden Crow’s mouth twitched.

It was just a casual greeting, who would’ve thought this person actually did make a breakthrough?!

If memory serves, it’s been only about a month since Chen Mo entered the Heavenly Human Realm?

At such a realm, making more progress is extremely difficult. Why does it seem as easy as drinking water for him...

"A monster is a monster, unimaginable by common sense."

With previous experiences, Eunuch Jin’s tolerance has increased considerably. He quickly accepted this fact and said, "You’re here to see Her Majesty the Empress, right? She is currently at the Frozen Sky Palace, discussing matters with the Imperial Consort."

Chen Mo was taken aback, "Her Majesty the Empress at the Frozen Sky Palace?"

The two have always been at odds, how did they suddenly come together?

Moreover, what could they possibly have to discuss... deciding who will be the Chen Family’s wife?

Eunuch Jin said, "If you’re not in a hurry, you can wait at the Qianqing Gate for a while. I’ll have someone announce your arrival, they should be wrapping up soon."

"No need, I’ll go directly," Chen Mo said. With the two of them together, he wouldn’t have to make an extra trip.

Eunuch Jin, knowing his relationship with the Empress, didn’t say much and followed him towards the Inner Court.

"By the way, I’ve heard the Crown Prince has been seriously ill recently. What’s the current situation?" Chen Mo asked seemingly nonchalantly.

Eunuch Jin’s expression turned slightly grave, shaking his head, "Currently, Linqing Palace is heavily guarded, only entrance allowed, no exits. I don’t know the specifics, but I’ve heard that since the day before, the Crown Prince fell into a coma and hasn’t woken up since..."