Chapter 50: Sorry, Imperial Consort Yu, I Want It All! (Seeking Follow-up Reads)

The candlelight flickered, the light dim and yellow.

Yu'er climbed in through the window, her hair dripping wet, her thin gauze dress clinging to her body, her charms faintly visible.

Just as she wanted to act spoiled, she realized the atmosphere was somewhat off and silently crouched in the corner, not daring to make a sound.

Gu Manzhi stared at Chen Mo, her dark brows slightly furrowed.

The Azure Underworld Seal is the founding sacred treasure of the Moon Radiance Sect, possessing the ability to deduce all laws; the "Azure Jade True Scripture" was evolved from it, and it is the foundation upon which the Moon Radiance Sect sits firmly among the Eight Great Sects.

That day, the sect was destroyed, the mountain gates collapsed, and the Azure Underworld Seal also vanished without a trace—

With Yu Youhan as the mastermind, it is nine times out of ten in her hands!

"You can retrieve the Azure Underworld Seal? That is a priceless treasure; Imperial Consort Yu would never easily show it to others," Gu Manzhi said.

Chen Mo said indifferently, "That thing is a supreme treasure to you, but in the eyes of the Consort, it is worthless. The Dao the Consort cultivates—how could a mere magic treasure deduce it?"

Hearing this, Gu Manzhi was somewhat dissatisfied, yet she had to admit the fact.

Yu Youhan's realm has already reached another level; otherwise, the Master would not "turn pale at the mention of Yu" and has not stepped half a step into the Heavenly Capital to this day.

"Even if she cannot use it herself, she could use it to expand her subordinates' influence. Why would she give it to you?"

Clang—

Chen Mo took a purple token from his bosom and threw it on the table.

Seeing the purple phoenix spreading its wings, Gu Manzhi's pupils shrank slightly.

She was all too familiar with this emblem!

"You don't know my weight in the Consort's eyes. The Purple Phoenix Token, the Essence of Vitality, the Soul-Absorbing Divine Ability... all of these were bestowed upon me by the Consort."

"As long as you are willing to cooperate, getting the Azure Underworld Seal is not a difficult task."

Chen Mo began to paint a big picture.

Gu Manzhi was silent for a moment, biting her lip, "You wouldn't have become a male favorite for Imperial Consort Yu, would you?"

This person is so handsome; it is normal for that enchantress to take a fancy to him. No wonder he is so favored...

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Chen Mo shook his head and said, "A male favorite is not quite the word; I should belong to... a technician."

The Consort's exclusive foot massage technician!

Come to think of it, with the Consort's cultivation realm, her physical constitution is extremely exaggerated; even blades and swords can hardly harm her in the slightest. I wonder if she would turn into tempered steel...

Chen Mo's thoughts wandered.

Gu Manzhi looked suspicious, but she did not continue to press him.

If the Azure Underworld Seal could be retrieved, it would definitely be a great merit, and there might even be hope to rebuild the sect!

Even if there is a glimmer of a chance, it cannot be easily let go!

"I can just use this to draw closer to Chen Mo and pave the way for turning him later..."

"Sorry, Imperial Consort Yu, I want both the Azure Underworld Seal and Chen Mo!"

After the time it takes for an incense stick to burn.

Yu'er lay on the ground, watching the little paper dolls running around everywhere, her dark, round eyes full of curiosity.

Gu Manzhi's face was slightly pale as she said, "These ten paper dolls can share senses. You keep one on your person and place the others around the target of surveillance; any movement within a radius of ten miles can be sensed immediately."

"Don't resist."

Chen Mo flicked his finger, and a wisp of emerald light sank into the center of Gu Manzhi's brow.

She only felt the exhaustion being swept away, her spirit and energy fully restored, and the hidden injuries left in her body were all healed.

"This counts as the interest paid to you in advance. I will find a way regarding the Azure Underworld Seal," Chen Mo said.

Gu Manzhi nodded, "I hope you keep your word."

"I want it too~"

Yu'er crawled in front of Chen Mo, sticking out her fragrant tongue like a little puppy.

Chen Mo squeezed out a drop of essence and dripped it into her mouth. She savored it carefully, as if it were some supreme delicacy, rolling her eyes in pleasure.

"..."

Chen Mo frowned and said, "How did you train her to be like this?"

Gu Manzhi said crossly, "She is self-taught; what does that have to do with me?"

By now, the third watch had passed, and the night outside the window was as thick as ink.

Master Chen, who had been busy all day, was too lazy to go home and got up to walk toward the bathhouse.

Gu Manzhi asked suspiciously, "What are you doing?"

"Taking a bath, going to sleep... hmm, just right, the water is still hot."

"...Wait, that's the one I used!"

The next morning.

The sun rose in the east, green feathers chirped, and sunlight filtered through the window lattice, casting light and shadow intertwined.

Chen Mo woke up leisurely, feeling a warm, snowy-soft sensation in his palm. Opening his eyes, he saw Yu'er curled up obediently in his arms, wearing only a thin bodice, her fair skin somewhat dazzling.

Gu Manzhi sat upright, already transformed into the appearance of a little maid.

"Why is she sleeping next to me?"

"How would I know..."

Gu Manzhi felt somewhat guilty.

Last night she had slept on the other side and only secretly climbed up when it was dawn...

Strange to say, lying beside Chen Mo, there was an inexplicable sense of peace; she had no dreams all night and slept particularly soundly.

Chen Mo pulled his hand out from the bodice.

Yu'er woke up accordingly, rubbed her eyes, her snowy, tender face flushed red.

"Master, are you awake? This servant will serve you in dressing~"

After helping Chen Mo change his clothes, she brought hot water to serve him in washing...

Watching Yu'er's attentive manner, Gu Manzhi snorted sourly:

"Sycophant!"

"This servant is just the Master's sycophant; no matter how much I fawn, I never tire of it~" Yu'er's voice was soft and sweet, gazing infatuatedly at Chen Mo.

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Gu Manzhi gritted her teeth, "Xu Yuqiong, I really must control you!"

After the two left, she took a deep breath to calm her mood, sat cross-legged, and an ancient azure jade book appeared at the center of her brow.

Chen Mo's strength is increasing too fast; to prove her own value, she must break through to the Fifth Grade as soon as possible...

Whoosh—

At this moment, a breeze blew by, and the shadows in the corner twisted.

Gu Manzhi closed her eyes slightly, "What are you here for again?"

"Of course, to visit my good Senior Sister... Did Chen Mo come by last night?"

The gray-robed person walked to the bed and sat down, reaching out to touch the bedding—this time it was dry.

"Elder Yu sent word asking about the progress of the mission. What exactly are you planning?" the gray-robed person asked.

Gu Manzhi opened her eyes, a brilliant light flashing in them, "The plan has changed; I am preparing to revive the sect!"

Gray-robed person: "?"

At the Qingya Studio, the overnight guests walked out of the courtyard one after another.

"Brother Li, how was that dancing girl last night?"

"One word: moist!"

"The Qingya Studio truly lives up to its reputation. Although there is no top courtesan, the quality of the dancing girls and musicians is top-notch."

"It's a pity that Miss Yu'er only plays the zither now and no longer accompanies guests for drinks."

"Be content; being able to hear her play a tune is already a stroke of luck."

The crowd chatted in twos and threes.

Even for a refined courtesan, as long as they have been 'combed' (initiated), they would receive guests, but Yu'er was an exception; even if someone threw thousands of gold pieces, she remained unmoved.

At first, some people cursed her for pretending to be noble and holding out for a better price, but as long as they heard her play a tune, all doubts would vanish like smoke.

Such extraordinary zither skills indeed give her the capital to be noble.

At this moment, the gate was pushed open, and a man with a tall, straight figure walked out.

His black robe was embroidered with golden patterns, he wore black boots, a jade pendant hung at his waist, and his handsome appearance was full of nobility.

Yu'er followed barefoot behind, wrapped in a cloak, and stood on tiptoe to peck the man on the cheek.

"Master, remember to come see this servant often~"

The man said with an impatient expression, "Enough, stop with this act. I really don't know what is in your head..."

"This servant's head is filled entirely with Master~"

"Shut up."

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The crowd stared blankly at this scene.

The atmosphere was deathly silent; not a sound could be heard.