Chapter 1003: Promise (1/3)
The beauty of this Empress of Da Qin reached the level of the Moon Shadow Saintess and Bing Xinzhu, only surpassed by the unparalleled beauties Hongyue and Huo Tian. She seemed to be born to enchant men, every smile and frown brimming with allure, a captivating charm that far exceeded the likes of the Moon Shadow Saintess and Ying Mengfan.
At first glance, Zhou Heng understood it was no surprise the Comet Emperor fell for her. Any man who saw her would desire to make her a private consort. However, the Great Demon Dragon Emperor was invincible, and no one could challenge him!
In fact, Zhao Luoyan might not have liked the Great Demon Dragon Emperor, but marrying him was undoubtedly her best choice.
A Disaster Level beauty, if wed to someone without great strength, would meet a tragic fate, as many men would wage war for her.
In the eyes of other women, this might seem glorious, having so many men willing to bleed and die for her, but for her, it only meant being a plaything from one man to another.
What's there to be happy about when you're just a plaything?
But these thoughts flashed briefly in Zhou Heng's mind because Zhao Luoyan's fate was not so grim. She was brought into the deep palace early by the Great Demon Dragon Emperor, her disastrous beauty hidden away, shielded from more admirers.
Zhou Heng moved past the seductive allure of the Empress and focused on Zhao Luoyan's strength.
Comet Sovereign!
He was astonished because although Zhao Luoyan's beauty was undeniable, her talent was not exceptional. It was a stretch for her to reach the Stellar Realm, let alone become a Comet Sovereign.
What to do if you're lacking in talent?
Use a massive amount of resources to fill the gap!
But how many resources would it take to elevate a mediocre person from the limits of the Stellar Realm to a Comet Sovereign? Those resources could foster a hundred, or even more, Comet Sovereigns if invested in geniuses!
In the Hundred Dragons Star, there are only about five Black Cave Kings, and a Comet Sovereign is undoubtedly considered an expert, forming the backbone of the Empire!
This shows how much the Great Demon Dragon Emperor favored the Empress, so much that he bestowed such partiality and affection! Nevertheless, the Great Demon Dragon Emperor was just a Black Cave King, and the Comet Sovereign was the Empress's limit. To advance further would require a Black Cave Level Heavenly Mysterious Spirit Crystal to possibly enhance her cultivation level.
But a Black Cave Level Heavenly Mysterious Spirit Crystal—how many years would it take to form one? And even if it appeared, could the Great Demon Dragon Emperor, with his bottom-tier cultivation, obtain it?
Zhou Heng shuddered, wondering why he was lost in such thoughts. What did her beauty or cultivation level have to do with him? Why expend effort pondering it?
This was her intrinsic charm, unknowingly occupying others' thoughts, making everyone revolve around her!
Zhou Heng quickly thought of the peerless faces of Huo Tian and Hongyue, suppressing the allure of Zhao Luoyan's every charm, which exemplified the Empress's appeal—it took the incomparable beauty of Huo Tian and Hongyue to reign her allure in.
"I am Zhou Heng, greetings to Your Majesty the Empress!" He offered a subtle smile and bowed with clasped fists to Zhao Luoyan.
"Young Master Zhou, please have a seat!" The Empress straightened up, gesturing for Zhou Heng to sit. Even as the wife of the Great Demon Dragon Emperor, she dared not show pretension before another Black Cave King's partner, for their positions were equal.
Now that the Great Demon Dragon Emperor had died in battle, with a formidable "Black Cave Level" figure behind Zhou Heng, Zhao Luoyan dared not act arrogantly toward him. Instead, she positioned herself a level lower.
Even after being the Empress for over a hundred thousand years, she did not become confused, thinking a word from her could sway all of Da Qin Country.
Zhou Heng sat as instructed, saying, "Your Majesty, what do you request of me today?"
Zhao Luoyan appeared sorrowful, her pitiful, bewildered guise almost compelling Zhou Heng to go and comfort her in his arms. She dabbed a handkerchief at her eyes lightly, her movements graceful, exuding elegance, making Zhou Heng's heart sway with the urge to ravish her.
All men harbor a dark side, desiring ruin, yet it can be well suppressed by reason. But this woman magnified that darkness a hundredfold; the more pity she showed, the more that darkness was provoked to tear her apart, making it more tragic.
Zhou Heng inhaled deeply, quelling his emotions, unaware that his gripping of the chair caused his veins to bulge.
"I came to seek help from Young Master Zhou!" Zhao Luoyan gazed at Zhou Heng with hopeful eyes.
"What can I do to assist Your Majesty?"
"Lin Wuyue, Lin Wubing's brother, came to the palace the day before to discuss Yuner's marriage with me. He wants to make me his concubine on the day Yuner gets married!" Zhao Luoyan said sorrowfully.
Another from the Lin family!
Zhou Heng tapped gently on the table, contemplating. If Zhao Luoyan's allure was difficult for him to resist, it would be even harder for others. Lin Wuyue's ambition was unsurprising, but openly intending to make the Empress a concubine was indeed bold!
In terms of beauty and charm, Hongyue surely surpassed Zhao Luoyan, yet Hongyue was a Chaos Level expert. Even suppressing her aura, she exuded a presence that intimidated all to admire her from afar.
Zhao Luoyan, however, was entirely opposite—like a blooming flower, enticing men to freely pluck her, and when showing vulnerability, she could drive men mad, wishing to tear her apart!
Zhou Heng now understood why the Great Demon Dragon Emperor elevated the talentless yet incredibly beautiful Empress to a Comet Sovereign—because being too weak was unbearable!
This woman is definitely a seductress who can drive men crazy in bed. What if someone loses control and ends up killing her?
But as this thought crossed Zhou Heng's mind, he couldn't help but shake his head in secret. Why did he always think in that direction?
"When did Lin Wuyue arrive?" Zhou Heng asked curiously, but as soon as he said it, he realized he was being foolish. Although Lin Wubing only brought his son and ten guards that day, let's not forget the Immortal Residence—how many people can it hold?
His attention seemed a little unfocused, making such a basic mistake!
"Lin Wuyue stayed in the Immortal Residence, and the entire Lin Family, hundreds of people, are inside!" Sure enough, Zhao Luoyan confirmed what Zhou Heng already knew.
Zhou Heng tapped the table lightly with his fingers and asked, "What does Your Majesty think?"
Zhao Luoyan stood up, took a couple of steps forward, and bowed gracefully in front of Zhou Heng, saying, "This concubine is naturally unwilling. Please, Young Master Zhou, help me!"
"Please rise, Your Majesty!" Zhou Heng didn't care if she was an Empress or a Dowager, but she was Liu Yuner's mother, and Zhou Heng always held a bit of respect for a friend's mother, unable to endure her kneeling.
"Please, Young Master Zhou, help me!" Zhao Luoyan remained kneeling, refusing to get up.
Zhou Heng had no choice but to say, "Just push the matter onto me. If you don't want to marry, then don't!" He had said the same thing to Liu Yuner.
In the Royal Family, there were two opinions: one was against Liu Yuner's marriage, not because they genuinely cared about her wishes, but because the Lin Family proposed that Liu Yuner should succeed, which essentially meant taking away the Liu Family's dynasty, naturally arousing the dissatisfaction of the Liu Family's imperial clan, as it infringed upon their fundamental interests!
The second opinion, of course, was in favor, with the argument that the Liu Family currently no longer had the Black Cave King to oversee. If they didn't comply with Lin Wubing, it would only lead to the Liu Family's downfall! The Liu Family should endure humiliation and heavy burdens until an expert arises within the family who can rival Lin Wubing, only then reclaim everything lost!
Both opinions had supporters, which was why Liu Yuner's wedding had been delayed, and the Lin Family's patience was clearly limited.
"The Lin Family has already decided unilaterally that in ten days they will enter the palace to marry Yuner... and me as well!" Zhao Luoyan raised her head, tears brimming in her eyes, making her look delicately beautiful like a pear blossom in the rain.
Zhou Heng's heart couldn't help but skip a beat. This woman was practically born a seductress; even Xiaohuoshui or Orchid Concubine, both known for their beauty, seemed like chaste maidens compared to her.
"You can move to Wuyang Academy with Yuner!" he said in a deep voice.
Hongyue's temperament was unpredictable. If Zhou Heng was willing to plead with her, she might be likely to help, but that would make Zhou Heng owe her a favor—he already owed her one request and didn't want to be further indebted.
But if Liu Yuner and Zhao Luoyan moved into Wuyang Academy, would Lin Wubing dare to make a move?
As long as Lin Wubing didn't make a move, Zhou Heng was confident of winning against anyone else!
"Thank you, Young Master Zhou!" Zhao Luoyan finally stood up, but it seemed like her legs were numb from kneeling for so long, and she stumbled forward, colliding into Zhou Heng.
Would the Comet Sovereign have numb legs from kneeling for a while?
What a joke!
Zhou Heng quickly stepped aside, but the Comet Sovereign's strength was revealed at this moment. How could he escape from her deliberate pounce with his own strength?
Bam!
The two collided together instantly, their bodies entangled, their every part closely pressed.
"What are you doing?" Zhou Heng shouted in anger, not just because Zhao Luoyan was being unreasonable, but because this woman was Liu Yuner's mother!
"Young Master Zhou, your body is much more honest than your mouth!" Zhao Luoyan's pretty face was just inches from Zhou Heng, her fiery red lips and enchanting apricot eyes, her sweet breath like an aphrodisiac, could instantly turn a man into a beast.
Zhou Heng's face turned dark because her right hand was gripping his crotch!
Having a reaction was also normal. Who wouldn't have some reaction if a stunning seductress threw herself into their arms? But having a reaction didn't mean losing control. However, what was the meaning of holding it like that?
Zhou Heng wanted to push away this Empress but tragically found that he couldn't resist!
Even if a Milky Way Emperor with Great Perfection could be a hundred times stronger, he still wouldn't be a match for the Comet Sovereign!
"What are you doing!"
"Hey, let's talk nicely, don't take off your clothes!"
"And don't take off mine!"
"Oh—" (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, you're welcome to vote for it on Qidian (qidian.com) with recommendation votes and monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)