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Chapter 67: Empress, I Really Didn’t Peep at Nie Chen Taking a Bath

Looking at Wang Changlao, who had fainted on the table, Nie Chen felt relieved.

He had gotten drunk and then received a blow from Nie Chen’s “Memory Erasure Technique”.

Even if he woke up and remembered something, he would probably just think it was a dream.

However, the most important thing right now was…

“The Empress’s birthday has passed, and I didn’t even notice!”

His wife’s birthday had come and gone, and he had gone out to have fun alone!

This was equivalent to sending a cold drink to his girlfriend during her period, booking a hotel room, and then studying advanced mathematics by himself – the problem was quite serious!

Looking at the wine shop’s exterior, where the setting sun’s warm light was fading, Nie Chen fell into deep thought, quickly thinking of a way to make up for it.

…

Heavenly Cloud Palace.

Two female disciples knelt at the foot of the stairs, shivering in the cold temperature and overcome with fear.

“Are you the ones who sold Nie Chen’s portrait and image for money?”

Chu Qingyue’s stern voice came, immediately scaring the two female disciples out of their wits.

After discovering that a group of Nie Chen’s fanatical fans had suddenly appeared at the foot of Heavenly Cloud Palace, Chu Qingyue immediately sent an elder to investigate.

Unexpectedly, they discovered that the ones selling Nie Chen’s portrait and image were actually from within the palace.

Especially Mu Zhiying, who was kneeling on the left, was a talented and promising disciple who might even become a Core Disciple in the future.

“Empress, spare my life! I didn’t mean to!”

Mu Zhiying prostrated herself on the ground, crying and wailing.

She knew the Empress’s temper and the invisible pressure in the air made her feel extremely fearful.

Mu Zhiying tried to reduce her own guilt:

“I dare to use my spiritual core and cultivation path as a guarantee. I didn’t initially plan to use Nie Chen’s portrait to make money. I was just peeping at Nie Chen, but I had another reason.”

Chu Qingyue raised an eyebrow: “What reason?”

“I didn’t have any ulterior motives. I just couldn’t help but be attracted to Nie Chen’s body!”

Mu Zhiying tried to downplay the fact that she had leaked the secret to make money, making it seem like she was just a simple admirer.

However, she didn’t know why, but after saying this, she felt the Empress’s pressure become even more terrifying.

The air seemed to be filled with an invisible killing intent.

Mu Zhiying was scared out of her wits and quickly explained:

“Please, Empress, calm down! Although I was attracted to Nie Chen’s body, I only occasionally looked at him when he passed by. I didn’t peep at him taking a bath, I swear!”

“Didn’t peep?”

“Yes, Nie Chen’s window was too small, and there were many Senior Sisters blocking the way. Even if I wanted to look, I wouldn’t have been able to!”

Mu Zhiying seemed to be filled with regret.

Chu Qingyue: “…”

Good fellow, although she hadn’t directly admitted to having a relationship with Nie Chen, this was still too much!

Not only were there people from other sects, but even the female disciples of Heavenly Cloud Palace were thinking about Nie Chen.

If she investigated carefully, how many hidden competitors would she find?

Chu Qingyue gritted her teeth, her killing intent almost impossible to conceal:

“One last question: have you noticed anything unusual about Nie Chen recently?”

“What do you mean…”

Mu Zhiying hesitated for a moment before answering truthfully:

“Nie Chen has been cultivating diligently recently and hasn’t done anything unusual. However, I did hear him mention Empress to other disciples and elders. It seems like he mentions Empress every day…”

Hearing this, Chu Qingyue felt a warmth in her heart.

It was as if the warm sunlight had dispelled the cold, and her heart was filled with a gentle warmth.

The setting sun’s warm light illuminated her beautiful face, making her feel a sense of warmth.

‘Perhaps I’m overthinking…

Hmph, it’s really… Every day, he’s always mentioning me in front of others, without even being afraid of revealing our secret!’

Chu Qingyue let out a light hum, still looking unhappy, but her mouth was curled up into a warm smile.

“I know everything now. You can leave. Remember, don’t do this again, or I won’t hesitate to take action.”

The cold and stern voice came, immediately making Mu Zhiying freeze.

‘Empress, you’re forgiving me!’

She had thought that being able to stay in Heavenly Cloud Palace was already a great mercy, but she hadn’t expected the Empress to let her off so easily.

“Thank you, Empress, for your mercy! I will work hard to cultivate and repay Empress’s kindness!”

Mu Zhiying was overjoyed and prostrated herself on the ground, knocking her head against the floor.

“It’s fine, but I have one more thing to ask of you.”

Chu Qingyue didn’t say it out loud, instead using her spiritual energy to transmit her voice.

After a moment, Mu Zhiying’s eyes widened:

“Empress, you want me to secretly investigate which Senior Sisters are attracted to Nie Chen’s body?”

“Yes.”

“Empress, don’t worry! I will complete the mission and keep my identity hidden!”

“Good, you can leave now.”

“Thank you, Empress!”

Not long after, the two female disciples respectfully left the hall.

At this moment, the banquet for the various factions had already been set up.

Heavenly Cloud Palace was decorated with lanterns and streamers, filled with a joyful atmosphere.

The lively atmosphere was far from the usual cold and quiet.

However, Chu Qingyue seemed to have no interest in this.

She just looked at the darkening sky outside, feeling a sense of emptiness.

It was her birthday, but the most important person was missing.

Even with all the festivities, she couldn’t feel any excitement.

Just then, a figure appeared in Heavenly Cloud Palace.

With the setting sun behind him, the golden light illuminated his back, making him seem like a divine being.

Chu Qingyue’s eyes narrowed:

“Nie Chen? How did you come back?”

“My wife’s birthday is more important than anything else. I had to rush back, no matter what!”

Nie Chen smiled and gently took Chu Qingyue’s hand.

“Hmph, you left early in the morning, and it didn’t seem like you were planning to celebrate my birthday. You were probably trying to escape, weren’t you?”

Chu Qingyue pouted and tried to pull her hand back.

However, Nie Chen held her delicate hand tightly:

“Come with me. I’ve prepared a birthday gift for you.”

“A birthday gift? Even if you had prepared something, the banquet is about to start, and I don’t have time to leave.”

Chu Qingyue’s lips curled up, and she refused.

“What’s the point of the banquet? Besides, Empress, if you don’t show up, who would dare say anything? Trust me, let’s go!”

Nie Chen pulled Chu Qingyue’s hand and used the Wind Ride technique to head down the mountain.

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