I Became the Devil Queen's Heart Demon

But the Green Jade Scripture can perfectly solve this problem.

"After countless deductions of the Azure Darkness Seal, the Green Jade Scripture has approached perfection."

"The reason Ji Lianxing is so strong is because she has reached the realm of 'Circulation of Meridians...' "

"This Creation Jade Plate sure was used well, at least I have a general understanding of Ji Lianxing's techniques..."

Chen Mo activated his cultivation technique, and the Dao power within his body surged, pouring into the Azure Darkness Seal.

The square seal rose into the air, and intersecting beams of light shone, cutting the seal into countless small blocks, which dismantled like building blocks, eventually forming an ancient bronze scroll.

The living characters on it changed every moment.

"Yuan'er, place your hand here and think about the martial arts you practiced."

"Yes."

Li Yuan did as instructed.

She placed her palm on the ancient bronze scroll, immersing her mind into it.

The living characters on the scroll surged like waves, while at the same time, the Dao power within Chen Mo's body quickly drained away.

After an hour, all his Dao power was exhausted along with two pieces of Spiritual Marrow, and the deduction of the Azure Darkness Seal was finally completed.

The scroll gradually revealed the cultivation technique's formula and its practice essentials, even with a detailed diagram of the energy flow route, incredibly thorough...

"Asura Heaven-Sorrowing Saber, Dark-grade top product."

"Setting the deduction direction to extreme damage, it's a new cultivation technique evolved from the 'Chaotic Slash Blade,' with a whole level up in quality from before!"

Chen Mo scrutinized it and found that this sword technique was surprisingly exquisite, with its sheer destructive power comparable to some Earth-Level Martial Arts!

However, since it follows an extreme path, it entirely abandons defense, filled almost entirely with lethal moves.

"If the first deduction can achieve such an effect, doesn't it mean the cultivation technique could be nearly endless with enough resources?"

"And it can also be used to hone oneself, find flaws, and pursue self-improvement..."

"It seems what Saintess Gu said, that retrieving the Azure Darkness Seal could revive the Moon Brilliance Sect, was indeed not an exaggeration."

Next, Chen Mo attempted to continue deducing the 'Asura Heaven-Sorrowing Saber,' but the consumption of Spiritual Marrow increased by more than tenfold, slowing the process significantly, and it's unknown how long it will take.

He simply stored the Azure Darkness Seal in the Sumeru Bag, letting it continue working.

"By the way, Yuan'er, you can take this martial arts technique to practice."

Chen Mo handed a Jade Scroll to Li Yuan, which was the Heavenly Blade Technique 'Sleeve Green Dragon' previously given by the Empress.

Li Yuan took a look and was immediately startled, "Heavenly Rank Top Grade?! This, this is too precious, sir, you should take it back!"

What does Heavenly Rank Top Grade mean?

Besides the Sect's Secret Techniques of several major sects, only the Three Saints Sect could produce such a piece; if it were to circulate in the Jianghu, it would be enough to cause a frenzy among the major forces!

Chen Mo shook his head and said, "I had always intended to give it to you, but you practice with the Stray Blade, and this move is a horizontal blade martial arts technique, which might not suit you... But now that you have reached the fifth rank, with your Martial Spirit maneuvering as easily as your own arms, I doubt it will be a problem."

Li Yuan had been practicing just a Yellow-grade martial arts technique until now.

Chen Mo had always wanted to find a suitable sword technique for her, but unfortunately, the Stray Blade is too niche; besides the army soldiers, hardly anyone in the Jianghu uses it, so naturally, few sword techniques have been passed down.

"If you understand one principle, you understand it all."

"If you can comprehend the Daoist Charm within, your strength will surely make a qualitative leap."

Li Yuan held the Jade Scroll tightly, whispering, "Thank you, sir."

"Thank you for what, what's mine is yours." Chen Mo said with a smile, "I have mastered this sword technique and written annotations; you can come to me with any questions."

Li Yuan's eyes shimmered, "Sir, you are really good to your subordinate."

"..."

This sounded familiar. Chen Mo pinched her cheek gently, "Silly Yuan'er, if I'm not good to you, who would I be good to? You are my precious darling..."

(⺣◡⺣)♡

"Precious darling?"

This term was cheesy, but... I like it!

Li Yuan's cheeks were flushed red, like a ripe apple.

She hesitated slightly, then leaned down, pressing her vermilion lips to Chen Mo's ear and softly whispered, "Sir, were you serious about what you said at the Imperial College?"

Chen Mo slightly raised an eyebrow, "What's this, want to be investigated?"

Li Yuan, suppressing her shyness, nodded lightly, "Mm~"

Chen Mo let out a cold chuckle and said, "Fine, since you've spoken, I'll get to the bottom of it this time! Let's see how much water is in your Hundred Household Officer title!"

"..."

Little Black lay on the table, covering its eyes with its paws, displaying a look of disdain as if it couldn't bear to watch.

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7:45 PM.

Chen Mo walked out of the Sky Scale Guard's gates, looking up at the splendid sunset on the horizon, immediately feeling refreshed.

After two whole hours of grueling interrogation, Li Yuan ultimately couldn't withstand the in-depth investigation and confessed all the evaded taxes, tearfully promising never to do it again.

"Managing small matters cures circumstances, managing large matters cures people."

"Though the path is long and arduous, I, as the chief, will face the difficulties head-on, working diligently to govern the Fire Department seamlessly, ensuring there won't be unfounded rumors again!"

Mr. Chen, brimming with confidence, mounted his horse and left Huai Zhen Fang.

He planned to visit the Imperial Music Bureau to notify Gu Manzhi of obtaining the Azure Darkness Seal.

But before that, he needed to make a stop at the Jinxiu Workshop as it was time to collect payment, and the new underwear styles should have arrived.

Arriving at Jinxiu Workshop.

Chen Mo tethered his horse, donned a black robe, and walked into the shop.

Though it was getting late, the store was still bustling with customers.