The Unwavering Gaze of the High and Mighty

“Ah… I haven’t disturbed everyone, have I…?”

Despite not feeling an ounce of guilt, he still uttered apologies about disturbing them. Truly, he was that lofty individual who never knew the meaning of remorse. Everything in the world was, to him, simply his due; there was nothing he desired that he couldn’t obtain, and no need for him to apologize to anyone. His words had been nothing more than a casual remark.

Bai Chen, naturally, knew Mo Xiao well. After all… he was the man Bai Chen had served for decades. That perpetually high and mighty figure, the one he had always served with unwavering loyalty. ‘If only you hadn’t forced me to be your servant beast, if only you hadn’t threatened me with Bai Qiao, if you wanted power, I would have always done my utmost to help you… They could have fought perfectly side-by-side, protecting the righteous path together. Why, then, in the end, did he pursue absolute power…? Was it truly that he didn’t trust him?’

At this thought, Bai Chen’s eyes involuntarily dimmed. However, his excellent psychological fortitude ensured his face betrayed nothing. He merely stood up calmly. It had to be said, Mo Xiao was adept at winning over hearts, quickly enlivening the atmosphere. Bai Chen silently watched Mo Xiao, who stood amidst the crowd, appearing approachable and charismatic. No matter where he was… he was always the center of attention.

“White King, it’s so boring just standing here…”

That familiar voice, now a voice that instilled fear within him, suddenly rang out. Bai Chen’s body trembled, yet he still managed to force a smile and replied:

“My apologies, His Majesty, I’m not accustomed to such occasions…”

“Is that so?” Mo Xiao placed a hand on Bai Chen’s shoulder, causing a shiver of cold sweat to run down Bai Chen’s back. “If you’re not accustomed, then why did you host it?”

“This… this is a tradition that must be observed every century…”

“Ah… I recall you used to be quite fond of such gatherings, didn’t you? And now you don’t even invite me?!”

His grip tightened, and Bai Chen let out a pained groan, immediately losing his footing. Mo Xiao, appearing effortless, pulled Bai Chen away towards another area. With only thirty percent of his internal energy, Bai Chen was incapable of resisting, and could only allow Mo Xiao to drag him outside.

Some noticed this scene, but paid it no mind. After all, the White King and His Majesty had an excellent relationship, and discussing state affairs privately was beyond suspicion.

Dragged forcibly outside by Mo Xiao, the scene was a stark contrast to the opulent interior; the outside was exceptionally desolate. Bai Chen steadied himself slightly, his eyes fixed intently on Mo Xiao.

“What? Do you intend to make a move here? Heh, I advise against it. There are many dignitaries present; if you don’t wish to cause a commotion…”

“Did I say anything?” He cut Bai Chen off directly. “I’m merely kindly informing you, that girl’s body… you’d do well to pay more attention to it…”

Upon hearing these words, Bai Chen’s expression instantly changed. He lunged forward, grabbing Mo Xiao’s collar, his face almost crimson as he demanded:

“What do you mean…? What… what did you do to her?!”

“Oh, nothing much. After all, that’s your female counterpart, so you wouldn’t be careless with her, would you? Not to mention her internal energy has recovered; even if it hadn’t, having her around serves as an excellent restraint for you, doesn’t it…?”

“Bastard…”

He gritted his teeth, forcing the words out through the narrow gap.

“Heh, it’s nothing, just Blood Fiend…”

“What?!”

Bai Chen couldn’t help but tremble all over. ‘Blood Fiend… that was one of the most potent poisons on the continent. Those afflicted by it typically suffered from extreme weakness and irritability, eventually dying from exhaustion. It was said to have no antidote, except for… that person…’

Bai Chen returned with a grim expression, arranging to meet Huayu. The woman, evidently jealous, seemed quite displeased.

“You want my clan’s antidote, do you…? But our clan’s antidote is not passed on to outsiders…”

“Please… I beg you…”

“Of course, A-Chen can be an exception. You can marry me, then you wouldn’t be an outsider…” Huayu seductively draped herself onto Bai Chen’s body.

“…………”

“A-Chen, the Blood Fiend’s onset is very swift… The first attack will be in three days…”

“…………”

“The intensity of a Blood Fiend attack is something no one person can endure. That feeling of pain, from the outer skin straight to the bone… Tsk, tsk, tsk, they say some people just die from the agony…”

“…………”

“Fine… I… I agree…”

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