I Became the Devil Queen's Heart Demon

The Creation Gold Contract is divided into three levels, corresponding to the Mortal Body, Transcend Mortality, and the Heavenly Human Three Realms.

Previously, he had only obtained the second-level gold contracts, effective only for cultivators below the third rank, while Ji Lianxing was a top Grandmaster, and only a first-level gold contract could restrain her.

But this mystical artifact is exceedingly rare; even the second level is extremely scarce, and the first level exists only in legends.

"Looks like I'll have to find some time to sneak into the palace and take advantage."

"If both the Empress and Empress don't have it, then it really might be impossible to obtain."

Chen Mo pondered silently for a moment, then suddenly remembered something and asked, "Right, where's that White Hair? Why haven't I seen her today?"

Gu Manzhi was also puzzled, "It's strange, ever since she left last night, she's disappeared without a trace, and hasn't replied to messages either... Maybe she's too embarrassed to show up?"

"Maybe, but it's good that she's not around..."

While Cheng Mo was speaking, his fingertips lightly brushed over the groove.

Gu Manzhi shivered, her skin flushed a rosy hue, and she trembled, saying, "Stop, let me rest for a while..."

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Outside Tiandu City, Linglan County.

The sky had already darkened, and Qin Yi and his people entered the city just before the gates closed.

Xu Man spoke up, "I've heard that previously Mr. Chen thwarted a Demon Clan plot, slew the Blood Dragon Shapeshifter, and saved tens of thousands of lives in the city... so he's held in high esteem here in Linglan County."

Li Hui shook his head with a sigh, "Though I usually detest the court's dogs, I must admit, Mr. Chen is an exception, he truly deserves the word 'hero'."

The others nodded in agreement.

Mu Yueyao's gaze was deep, and she remained silent.

Qin Yi said, "It's getting late, let's find an inn to stay at for now, and deal with everything else tomorrow."

"Alright."

They all agreed.

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The moon hung above the treetops, the night was as dark as ink.

Inside the inn, a figure silently slipped out of the window, flying toward Yunlong Village by moonlight.

The figure arrived at an abandoned house at the edge of the village, walked to the side room's door, and placed a hand on it. A faint blue light shimmered as the hidden array was deactivated.

Entering, they were met with a green glow suffusing the room; Ye Henshui was still securely protected by a cocoon of light, though the glow was noticeably dimmer than before.

"Judging by this, this jade pendant will only protect you for another two days. Are you sure you're not going to say anything?" The green light illuminated the face under the hood, revealing Mu Yueyao, who chuckled and said, "Don't blame me for not giving you a chance."

Ye Henshui's eyes were icy, and he remained silent, clearly unwilling to engage in any pointless talk with her.

"Alright then, it seems you're determined to follow this path to the end."

Mu Yueyao spoke no more, raising her hand to lightly wave it, shadowy figures spread out, tightly binding the cocoon of light.

In a flash, she vanished along with the cocoon.

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Imperial Palace.

The Yangxin Palace was brightly lit.

Sun Senior Palace Lady bowed and said, "Your Highness, it is getting late, you should rest."

"It's fine, I'm not tired yet, I want to read a bit more." The Empress sat in her chair, holding a copy of "Enlightened Political Essentials," and asked casually, "By the way, it's Chen Mo's turn on duty tonight, isn't it? Has he come to the palace?"

Sun Senior Palace Lady shook her head and said, "Mr. Chen hasn't returned since he left the palace."

The Empress lightly bit her lip, her apricot-like eyes showing a complex expression.

"Knowing that little thief's nature, since he said he would come tonight, he wouldn't break his promise... Could it be that he's really angry?"

"But you can't blame me, now can you, it's not appropriate to do that in front of everyone..."

"It's so annoying, making my heart feel all tangled up..."