I Became the Devil Queen's Heart Demon

Chapter 1242 - 472: Saintess Gu: Mentor, I’m a Professional!

Lady Jin Yun did not think much of it after hearing those words. She glanced around to ensure no one was near, then spoke in a low voice, "I just heard Lady Chen say that the Empress spoke with her specifically and seemed to not agree with the marriage alliance between the Chen and Shen families. Moreover, His Majesty personally spoke of having Chen Mo participate in selecting a suitor, so it seems there might be changes to this matter..."

"If Chen Mo truly becomes the Prince Consort, given the Princess’s strong personality, she is unlikely to agree to him taking a concubine. At that time, obtaining a status would be even more difficult."

With that said, Lady Jin Yun sighed helplessly.

Being a widow herself, she deeply understood how hard it was to live alone.

Lin Jingzhu was immersed in solving cases all day long and showed no interest in romance. She had originally planned to give up, but now she finally met a man she liked, and such an outstanding one at that, she would take hold of this opportunity no matter what!

"If necessary, I will risk this old face of mine, stir the matter up, and let the people of the world judge it!"

"Your father sacrificed himself for the country, for the honor of the Lin Family and the Imperial Family. I’ve been a widow for so many years without ever voicing a complaint, so why should my daughter’s happiness be deprived as well?"

The more Lady Jin Yun thought about it, the angrier she became. She was about to storm into the palace to reason with the Empress.

Lin Jingzhu hurriedly pulled her back, persuading, "Mother, calm down. The matter of selecting a suitor was decided by the Emperor; even Aunt can’t take charge of it. Besides, if you head out blindly, aren’t you putting the Chen Family in a difficult position?"

After hearing those words, Lady Jin Yun also calmed down and frowned, "Then what do you suggest? Should we just sit and wait for demise?"

Lin Jingzhu shook her head and said, "It’s just participating in the suitor selection, not a foregone conclusion. The result is still uncertain, and I believe in Mr. Chen; he will surely handle this matter properly."

"Hmm?"

Lady Jin Yun paused for a moment, looking somewhat skeptical.

This girl was usually more impatient than her. In the past, she would have already rebelled in such situations; why did she seem so calm today, as if she had taken a calming pill?

"Did Chen Mo say something to you?" She stretched her head to peek into the room.

"We are mutually in love, spiritually connected, no need for much to be said." Lin Jingzhu shut the door with the back of her hand, wrapped her arm around Lady Jin Yun’s, and walked toward the front courtyard. "Come on, let’s head back quickly. Staying absent for too long might cause others to worry."

"Alright..."

"By the way, it’s strange how Qin Shu seems quite taken with Chen Mo, subtly probing for news, but I remember her family has a son... Something feels off..."

The two walked farther, and the air quieted down.

A moment later, the air blurred, and three figures gradually emerged.

Chen Mo carried a cat in his left hand and Ji Lianxing in his right, both still fluttering incessantly.

Given the current situation, staying at the Chen Mansion was impossible for the time being; if Mrs. Yan turned up again, it’d be beyond clearing up, even if one jumped into the Yellow River to wash.

"It’s better to first seek refuge at the Imperial Music Bureau and sort this out."

"What exactly is Ji Lianxing scheming?"

With a flicker, Chen Mo’s figure vanished.

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Imperial Music Bureau, The Cloudwater Hall.

The surroundings were serene and silent.

Since Assistant Minister of Rites Feng Jinyu had spoken personally, The Cloudwater Hall had stopped receiving guests, and Yu’er, the foremost Oiran, no longer appeared publicly. This single structure had become the most mysterious place within the Imperial Music Bureau.

The more so it was, the more it aroused curiosity, with various rumors flying around.

The most widely spread and believable version was: "Yu’er was favored by Chen Qianhu of the Sky Scale Guard and taken as a kept woman. However, since the Xu Family committed treason, unless His Majesty intervenes, no one else could release her from her lowly status, so they simply demarcated a section within the Imperial Music Bureau, forming a secluded area, strictly forbidding others from contact."

Such methods are indeed unbelievably domineering!

After all, those who frequented the Imperial Music Bureau included some officials and dignitaries, and there had been some who expressed discontent over this situation.

But as soon as they heard the name "Chen Qianhu," they immediately backed down, not daring to say another word.

In this way, the Chen Family’s influence in the Capital City was at its peak, especially after Chu Heng’s downfall; no one dared provoke their bad luck anymore.

For those who had contended with Chen Mo, none met a good end, regardless of their background or status. No one could surpass the Royal and Noble Relatives, right? The saying was that "It’s better to provoke King Yan than Mr. Chen."

As for Gu Manzhi and the people of the Xu Family, under this protective reputation, they often remained undisturbed.

"When jade is in the mountain, the vegetation flourishes; when pearls are born in the abyss, the cliff does not wither."

"Take your body as a rough jade and your heart as a carving; cleanse away the impurities to reveal the true self."

"Qi flows seamlessly, shadowing the mountains and rivers, twelve jade towers, arranging heavenly light..."

The original tavern had been converted into a quiet room, the tables and chairs replaced with meditation cushions.

Gu Manzhi chanted spells aloud, her ethereal voice echoing through the air, as Yu’er and others sat cross-legged, hearts pointing to the sky, their bodies enveloped by flickering Qi Flow, following the guidance to operate their Cultivation Techniques.

Watching them enter a meditative state, Gu Manzhi nodded in approval.

The descendants of the Xu Family certainly lived up to the fame of their lineage, displaying exceptional talent in cultivation. Especially Liu Miaozhi, Yu’er, and Xu Ling’er, who, though not possessing any special physiques, had harmonious Root Bone and exceptional comprehension, qualifying them as geniuses one in a million.

Furthermore, with abundant cultivation resources provided by Chen Mo and their sufficient diligence, their cultivation progress was progressing by leaps and bounds.

Yu’er had nearly touched the threshold of Transcend Mortality, while the others were approaching the Fifth Grade Realm.