Chapter 457: Reward and the Naga

"Not bad."

Luo De smiled and patted her head.

Tally giggled, emboldened by her success.

She pulled his hand down, slipped her index finger into her mouth, gently biting it while cautiously lifting her eyes to glance at her master.

Luo De raised an eyebrow and hooked his finger around her pure white teeth.

The girl let out a soft, delicate whimper, as if her teeth themselves were sensitive.

And she was weightless—just a light tug, and she obediently lifted her head.

Her smooth, poreless white neck was exposed, its lines fluid and flawless, yet paired with Tally's dazed, alluring expression, it became even more intoxicating.

She breathed lightly, her fragrance drifting into Luo De's nose, sending a faint numbness through him.

"Master."

"What? It's broad daylight."

"Watching you fight… I can't take it anymore."

"Later. Tonight we'll try out the 【Sensitive Regulation】 skill."

This skill had been unlocked for a while, but Luo De had forcibly sealed and banned its use.

"Really!? Yay!"

Tally became wildly excited, leaping into his arms and wriggling against him.

Then she insisted on slipping inside his clothes to press directly against his skin.

Luo De didn't stop her, letting her be, as he turned his gaze to Wen Na Puwei, standing quietly to the side.

The last daughter of the Puwei family stood motionless, serene and elegant, her gaze complex as she watched him.

"Mr. Luo De… the terms of the contract…"

"An unexpected bonus, I suppose."

Luo De tossed her the gold ring that recorded the audio; Wen Na caught it hastily.

"Whether you want to stay here and inherit your father's title, or go to Deepwater City to work as a newspaper reporter, it's all fine—either way, it's on my way, and I've already gotten what I wanted. Oh, and the Lilith bloodline too."

Upon hearing this, Wen Na realized he intended to leave.

She bit her lip, hesitated a moment, then spoke:

"Mr. Luo De, could you… could you stay a few more days here? I'm afraid some of them still want to kill me. Don't worry—I'll continue paying you enough compensation."

"Don't worry. Judging by the attitude of your militia captain, they've long been suppressed by the private soldiers. Now that you've restored order, they'll be glad to support you."

"But… but I'm just a girl who knows nothing. My father never had time to teach me about merchants, the militia, or policies in Axe Beach. If… if…"

Wen Na clenched her hands tightly, her cheeks flushed, her eyes flickering with dependence and fear.

"If… if Mr. Luo De could stay here, Wen Na is willing… willing to co-rule Axe Beach with Mr. Luo De."

"Aren't you afraid I'll frame you with some false charge, like Shantalin did, and kick you out?" Luo De smiled.

"I'm not afraid. Mr. Luo De isn't that kind of person."

Wen Na's small face was tense and serious, her eyes filled with hope as she gazed at Luo De.

Luo De wasn't foolish.

He clearly understood what she meant.

She's after my body? Well, I'm used to it.

They're everywhere—just look, there's a succubus in my arms already flicking her tongue around.

But unfortunately…

Luo De still had little interest in human girls, even if Wen Na was among the most beautiful and adorable in her kind.

"What? You want to rely on me again, like when your father was alive, and live carefree here?"

"Huh?"

"Wen Na, this won't work. I'm ultimately an outsider—I can't protect you unconditionally like your father did."

Hearing this,

Wen Na's face turned instantly pale, and tears welled up in her eyes.

"No, I didn't mean—"

Luo De pushed the increasingly bold succubus away, walked over, and patted Wen Na's head like he would comfort a mare named Bond.

Her blue hair was soft and thick, emitting a faint, sweet girl's fragrance.

"There are many girls on the continent who are like vines—they can't survive unless they cling to someone, can't feel complete without a patron, and have never considered relying on themselves."

"I—I—"

"But I can tell you clearly, Wen Na—you're not one of them. Though we've spent little time together, your choice to remain hidden in Axe Beach under these circumstances, and your swift return to reason during our deal, proves you're strong and independent enough."

Wen Na froze.

She looked up at the man with a gentle smile, confused and uncertain.

"R-really?"

"Of course. The Puwei family has ruled Axe Beach for over a hundred years—every generation has produced remarkable figures. You're certainly one of them."

"Mr. Luo De—"

Wen Na lowered her head again.

After a long while, she stepped back, deliberately pulling away from his hand.

Her gaze grew firm, less fragile.

"I'll go back. I won't let my father's legacy fade away."

Luo De said nothing more.

"…But before that, could Mr. Luo De fulfill one small request of mine?"

"That depends on what compensation you offer," he said, spreading his hands.

Wen Na's cheeks flushed slightly as she stole a glance at the succubus watching coldly from the side.

"The request and the compensation are the same."

Saying this, she stepped forward lightly, her fragrance brushing against him as she pressed tightly into his chest.

In moments, Wen Na pulled away immediately, without even saying goodbye, turning and walking toward Axe Beach town.

All that remained was a graceful back view—and ears flushed red above her hair.

Luo De smiled: "Why make it so ambiguous? Later, when Kalist returns, I'm still going to extract your Lilith bloodline."

Half an hour earlier, the Naga camp.

Naga priestess Lilian maintained her elegance and solemnity as she watched the Nagas pack up camp, preparing to depart for the Mirror Desert.

Today she wore a slightly fitted wool robe, over which was a silk jacket embroidered with Naga patterns.

From behind, the jacket concealed her slender, delicate waist, but both above and below, her figure swelled with startling fullness.

Though her expression was stern, her mood was excellent.

This time, she made a fortune!

She barely lifted a finger, used almost no spell materials, yet received full payment!

Much of this success was thanks to her eldest daughter, Eve—had Eve not possessed the ability to unleash eighth-rank power, the negotiations would never have gone so smoothly.

Since helping her quell the rebellion, Eve had grown increasingly mature, firmly securing her position as second-in-command within the Bular clan.

During their visit to the White Dragon Tomb, she seemed to have found some powerful method, advancing rapidly in rank—within five days, she reached the peak of sixth rank.

And it didn't seem to be the end—even after returning to camp, she remained intensely focused, with a faint trace of dragon aura still lingering!

Lilian couldn't help but feel proud.

"Once she reaches seventh rank, it'll be time to gradually hand over leadership to her."

Then I'll have more free time—more time to spend with little Luo De.

Thinking of this,

Lilian glanced toward her magnificent tent, her heart pounding with longing and sweetness.

(End of Chapter)