19: Where's the promised reward?

Uh... Gu Yuan, standing to the side, looked at Nether Moon, then at his own Revered Master.

This... both of them are Fated Heroines, what is he supposed to do?

Gu Yuan felt a moment of hesitation.

However, upon second thought, his Revered Master didn't seem to deny their relationship, did she?

His Revered Master is the aloof Empress Qiongyue; if she truly had no feelings for him,

she would have directly refuted what Nether Moon said.

But his Revered Master said nothing just now... This proves one thing: in his Revered Master's heart, she genuinely does like him.

Although he had always been certain of this point.

Having truly confirmed his Revered Master's feelings today still filled Gu Yuan with immense joy.

"Ahem, Demon Lord, my Revered Master and I are upright and honorable; there's no talk of any illicit affair. Furthermore, are you sure you want to continue staying here?"

Gu Yuan gave a light cough, stood beside Dongfang Yingxue, and even took her small hand as he spoke.

Dongfang Yingxue pursed her lips, glanced at Gu Yuan, but ultimately said nothing.

Upon hearing this, Nether Moon gave a light snort.

This man certainly has a clear conscience, but he's also right; the commotion she caused in the Immortal Burial Cave was indeed a bit too big.

If she delayed any longer, people from the Taiyi Dao Sect might come.

Then it would be difficult for her to find him in secret later.

Moreover, this person... Nether Moon suppressed the confusion in her heart, merely letting out a soft chuckle, winked at Gu Yuan, and said:

"Thank you for the reminder, little brother~ If your Revered Master ever doesn't want you anymore in the future, you're welcome to come to my Boundless Demonic Domain. This older sister is quite fond of you too~"

After tossing out these words, Nether Moon directly vanished on the spot.

"Hehe, Revered Master, see how capable I am? With just one sentence I... Ow... ouch ouch ouch, Revered Master~"

Gu Yuan had just turned around, ready to claim credit from his Revered Master, when Dongfang Yingxue grabbed his ear.

"Rebellious Disciple, you bullied your Revered Master quite happily just now, didn't you? Daring to take advantage of the situation! This Venerable One must teach you a proper lesson today!"

Dongfang Yingxue bit her lip. Where was the slightest trace of calm from earlier on her beautiful face? It was now completely flushed with embarrassment.

Uh... Hearing his Revered Master say this, Gu Yuan shrugged, adopting an 'it's already done' attitude.

"Well, we've already kissed and touched. Revered Master, if you have the heart to do it, then go ahead and punish me~"

I... Dongfang Yingxue looked at Gu Yuan, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

This Rebellious Disciple, how can his skin be so thick!

"Hmph, come, follow me back to the sect. Also, regarding the upcoming Qiong Yue Grand Assembly, if you fail to achieve what you promised, just you wait!"

"Hey, Revered Master, what about the reward we agreed on back then? Ow... ouch ouch ouch~"

"You still dare mention that? Didn't you just... pah! What reward? Keep dreaming!"

With a look of utter despair on his face, Gu Yuan was dragged by the ear by Dongfang Yingxue towards the exit of the Immortal Burial Cave.

However, a smug smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

This time, his relationship with his Revered Master had taken a huge leap forward.

Hey, Mingyue, how should I thank you? Hehe.

Nether Moon had already returned to the Colossal Bronze Palace.

Gazing at the statues of the four ancient Vicious Beasts within the bronze hall, Nether Moon let out a soft sigh.

The ancient Demon Race... Nether Moon shook her head; it was all in the past now.

Forget it. For now, I should think about how to keep Dongfang Yingxue in crisis.

Hmph, although I didn't get to see him this time, I did witness some interesting things.

Thinking of Dongfang Yingxue's bashful appearance earlier, Nether Moon couldn't help but sneer coldly.

The aloof Empress Qiongyue? Pah! She's already gotten involved with her own Disciple!

Nether Moon curled her lip, but then her expression suddenly froze.

Wait... why did that man named Gu Yuan call me 'Demon Lord'...?

Nether Moon's brows furrowed slightly.

As Dongfang Yingxue's Disciple, he should harbor extreme hatred for my Demon Race.

But why would he use such a respectful title for me in front of Dongfang Yingxue?

Unless it was subconscious... 'Demon Lord'... A trace of nostalgia flickered across Nether Moon's face.

In the past, he always used to call me that.

Heh... I will definitely find you, definitely... As for Gu Yuan calling her 'Demon Lord,' Nether Moon didn't dwell on it; perhaps he just said it casually.

"Hey, Gu Yuan! Uh... and Empress Qiongyue... Ahem, Gu Yuan, are you alright?"

Dongfang Yingxue was dragging Gu Yuan out of the Immortal Burial Cave, about to say something, when a surprised voice came from beside them.

The two looked back and saw Yun Qingci looking at them.

"Gu Yuan, I'm glad you're okay. And, Empress Qiongyue, thank you for saving me."

Yun Qingci approached the two and bowed respectfully to Dongfang Yingxue.

Dongfang Yingxue shook her head. She glanced at Gu Yuan beside her and said softly:

"It's nothing. Your Revered Master and I are old acquaintances; it was merely a small effort."

Gu Yuan also took this opportunity to escape his Revered Master's "clutches," saying with a chuckle:

"Exactly, and this time you got involved because of us, so no need to thank us."

Yun Qingci nodded. Gu Yuan glanced at his Revered Master, then coughed lightly and said:

"Miss Yun, I wonder what your plans are from here...?"

"Our Jade Moon Sect will be holding the Qiong Yue Grand Assembly soon. Why don't you just stay at the Jade Moon Sect? Your Sword Sect will surely send representatives then anyway."

Gu Yuan said this with a completely serious expression, as if he were genuinely considering Yun Qingci's situation.

But in truth, he was just worried that the Sword Immortal might come personally.

If that happened, he might be seen through, and that would truly be the end.

So, he might as well have Yun Qingci stay here directly.

This girl seems quite rigid anyway; she probably won't cause any other problems.

When the time comes for the Qiong Yue Grand Assembly, she can just act as the representative.

Hmm... he was truly a Genius!

Upon hearing this, Yun Qingci was momentarily stunned, then nodded blankly.

"I... don't really have any plans. I originally came just for this trip to the Immortal Burial Cave."

As she spoke, Yun Qingci looked at the two before her and said softly:

"Then I'll ask my Revered Master for instructions. What you say makes sense, Gu Yuan; it saves me a trip back."

Dongfang Yingxue, however, frowned. For some reason, she felt Gu Yuan's words had another meaning.

But seeing the serious look on this Rebellious Disciple's face, she couldn't very well say anything.

"In that case, Miss Yun, please come be a guest at our Jade Moon Sect. Gu Yuan, you will be responsible for properly hosting her during this time."

With an outsider present, Dongfang Yingxue couldn't continue scolding Gu Yuan, so she could only glare at him.

Hearing this, Gu Yuan gave a sly smile. It seemed he had managed to muddle through this time.