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Chapter 10: Preparing for a Date with Empress

Meng Yangqiu was shocked beyond measure as he stared at Nie Chen, a chill running down his spine.

He knew the terror of Empress Qingyue and had only dared to send Nie Chen to deliver the War Letter because he was certain that Empress Qingyue would not bother with a small sect like Youming Sect.

Nie Chen’s return had already exceeded his expectations, but he had never thought that Nie Chen would actually be able to curry favor with Empress Qingyue herself.

That was Empress Qingyue, after all!

A peak Ascension Realm cultivator and an emperor-level strongman.

Meng Yangqiu didn’t even have the qualifications to be her pawn.

Nie Chen smiled and said, “Old man, weren’t you being very bold just now? I’ll talk to Empress Qingyue right in front of you. With her temper, if she hears just one sentence, I’m afraid your life will be forfeit.”

As he spoke, Nie Chen infused the Token Stone with spiritual energy, establishing a connection between the two sides.

Meng Yangqiu’s pupils constricted, and his body trembled with fear.

He knew how powerful Empress Qingyue was, and if she really wanted to, she could instantly appear before him and kill him, even if they were separated by a great distance.

If he accidentally heard anything, his death would be certain!

Meng Yangqiu suddenly stuck two fingers into his ears, and blood flowed out as he destroyed his own eardrums with a burst of spiritual energy.

Meng Yangqiu had actually disabled his own hearing!

“Empress, please forgive me for my transgression. I have already disabled my hearing. Please spare my life, Empress!”

Meng Yangqiu knelt down, facing the Token Stone in Nie Chen’s hand, and repeatedly kowtowed, his body trembling with fear.

Nie Chen hadn’t expected Meng Yangqiu’s desire for survival to be so strong.

“Hmph, you’re just an insignificant ant, after all.”

From the Token Stone, Chu Qingyue’s gaze swept over Meng Yangqiu with an icy coldness, not even considering him worthy of notice.

However, her heart was currently in disarray, and she had no time to pay attention to others.

“Why did you suddenly think of contacting me after so many days? I’m very busy, and if there’s nothing important, don’t blame me for cutting off the connection.”

Chu Qingyue’s demeanor was as cold as ever, but upon closer inspection, it was easy to see that her face was slightly flushed.

Nie Chen seemed to be somewhat sorrowful and said, “I’ve been waiting for you to contact me all this time. Although I’ve been cultivating, my heart has been burning with anxiety, and I’ve been constantly guarding the Token Stone. If I continue to wait like this, I’m afraid I’ll eventually succumb to my inner demons and won’t be able to wait for the Token Stone to flash.”

For a moment, Chu Qingyue felt a pang in her heart.

She had never been involved in any romantic matters and didn’t know how men and women usually interacted, so she had never taken the initiative to communicate through the Token Stone.

Was it really her fault?

But…

“As a woman, how can I take the initiative to contact you? Even if I wanted to…”

As Chu Qingyue spoke, her gaze dodged and weaved, trying to hide the flush on her face.

However, it was already too late to conceal it.

Finally, Chu Qingyue let out a light hum and said, “Fine, I won’t pursue the matter of you not contacting me for ten days. Now, you can tell me what you wanted to say.”

Nie Chen held the Token Stone in front of him, and his Ancient Sacred Body emitted a unique aura.

“I happened to hear that the third princess will be hosting an event in Changhan City tomorrow. The city will likely be very lively. So, I was thinking…”

Nie Chen coughed lightly and said, “Why don’t we have a date in Changhan City tomorrow?”

“A date?!”

On the other side of the Token Stone, Chu Qingyue’s beautiful and cold face suddenly flushed.

She hadn’t expected things to progress so quickly.

Just ten days ago, she had been moved by Nie Chen’s sincere Love Letter and his willingness to risk his life.

Now, they were already going to have a date.

But a date was the first step towards becoming a couple, and if they didn’t take this step, there would be no progress.

Chu Qingyue couldn’t help but lightly purse her lips, looking extremely conflicted.

Even though she knew she had to take this step, she still tried to find excuses.

“But the Demonic Sect in the Western Sea has been causing a lot of trouble lately, and I need to take care of it.”

Nie Chen said, “With the Twelve Star Palaces, there’s no need for Empress to personally intervene.”

“But my personal guards are always stationed at the Heavenly Cloud Palace, and if I leave…”

“With Empress’s strength, it’s completely possible to leave without anyone noticing.”

Chu Qingyue found that she really didn’t have any reason to refuse.

Her clear and calm eyes sparkled with a different emotion, and her jade-like fingers lightly touched her palm.

Finally, as if she had made a great decision, Chu Qingyue’s voice trembled slightly as she said, “In that case, let’s meet in Changhan City tomorrow. Remember, if you deceive me in any way, I won’t forgive you! Hmph!”

“Don’t worry, I’ll take our date seriously. If I break my promise, I’ll willingly accept punishment.”

Nie Chen smiled and ended the connection with the Token Stone.

He had to admit that even he hadn’t expected the seemingly icy and aloof Chu Qingyue to reveal such a cute side.

He put away the Token Stone and turned around.

Meng Yangqiu was still kneeling on the ground, his ears bleeding profusely.

Even with his head lowered, his pale face couldn’t hide his terrified expression.

Meng Yangqiu’s desire for survival far exceeded that of ordinary people, and he had completely disabled his own hearing.

Nie Chen couldn’t help but squat down and pat Meng Yangqiu’s shoulder with a hint of regret.

“Alas, it seems that being the leader of the Demonic Sect isn’t easy. Not everyone has an Empress as their wife.”

Meng Yangqiu didn’t know what Nie Chen was saying, and although he was filled with anger and hatred, he didn’t dare move.

He knew that even if Nie Chen was nothing but a pawn in Empress Qingyue’s eyes, he was still not someone Meng Yangqiu could touch.

Meng Yangqiu secretly gritted his teeth, determined to one day avenge himself and tear Nie Chen to shreds.

Nie Chen didn’t bother with Meng Yangqiu and took out the Rainbow Nirvana Flower he had drawn.

A faint, seven-colored glow emanated from it, and Nie Chen gazed into the distance.

Tomorrow, he would be meeting Empress Qingyue in Changhan City!

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