I Became the Devil Queen's Heart Demon

Chapter 734 - 276: Empress: My Little Thief Is the Best! Excited Princess!_2

"The Nine Nether Ten Earth Array just now was quite mysterious. If one can figure it out, their accomplishments in the Formation Path would surely reach new heights."

"A genius like that should stay in the Formation Path Department. Hanging around with those fools in the Alchemy Department making clay pills is such a waste!"

"..."

As their figures disappeared from sight, Yuan Junfeng’s expression turned serious, and he said in a low voice, "Elder Sun, Chen Mo just used a Magic Artifact to imprint the great array. Is it going to be a problem?"

"No need to worry."

Elder Sun stroked his beard, shaking his head, and said, "Since Ling Yishan allowed Chen Mo to come here, it shows that he is trustworthy. Besides, he only recorded the ’form.’ Without the Array and Array Map, he poses no threat to the great array."

"That’s true," Yuan Junfeng clicked his tongue and said, "He’s already a standout among his peers in cultivation, and I didn’t expect him to be so skilled in the Formation Path. Such talent is truly extraordinary."

"Perhaps, it’s more than just talent..."

Elder Sun’s eyes narrowed slightly.

To identify the Dragon Vein by intuition?

If it were anyone else, he’d think they were talking nonsense, but with Chen Mo, it seemed very reasonable.

"Three Talents Foundation, Five Elements Transformation, Eight Trigrams Lock Dragon, Nine Palace Hidden Kill..."

"Indeed, it is him! Ling Yishan made a brilliant move; this might be the only way out in a seemingly inescapable situation!"

Elder Sun’s thoughts were in turmoil, but his expression remained unchanged as he said, "This should be reported to Her Majesty the Empress, as progress has been stagnant for too long, and Her Majesty has already been very displeased with us."

"What Elder Sun says is right," Yuan Junfeng nodded.

"Also,"

Elder Sun glanced at him, hinting, "Chen Mo has made significant contributions multiple times, and now that he’s found the Dragon Vein, the position of Second-Class Contributor may not be suitable for him anymore?"

Yuan Junfeng was taken aback and asked, "What do you have in mind, Elder Sun?"

Elder Sun cleared his throat and said, "From my perspective, appointing him as Vice Director in the Formation Path Department would be perfect."

"..."

Yuan Junfeng’s lips twitched.

Your abacus beads are almost hitting me in the face...

"He’s already been promoted from Third-Class to Second-Class. Further immediate promotion might not be appropriate," Yuan Junfeng pondered. "Once Elder Ling is out of seclusion, I’ll report this and try to speak on Elder Sun’s behalf."

"Good, I’ll wait for your news."

Elder Sun drifted away with his hands behind his back.

Yuan Junfeng pursed his lips; Elder Sun, like Ling Yishan, seemed approachable but was actually quite proud. Most so-called geniuses couldn’t catch their attention.

It seems they’ve truly taken a liking to this talent now.

"Back then, I was the Qingyun Leaderboard champion, yet Elder Ling only said ’average,’ while Elder Sun taught me Formation for two days before angrily flipping a table and calling me ’dull and unteachable...’

"But with Chen Mo, everyone’s so enthusiastic, it’s almost like they’re giving away free things."

Yuan Junfeng sighed deeply and muttered, "The difference between people is greater than between man and dog."

...

...

Ling Ningzhi accompanied Chen Mo out of the Demon Suppression Department.

"Let’s stop here. As for your grandfather’s matter, don’t worry too much, I’ll find the remaining Immortal Materials," Chen Mo stopped and said.

"Mm."

Ling Ningzhi nodded and softly said, "This poor Daoist trusts you."

"Okay, then I’ll be off."

"Mm."

"I’m really going."

"Mm."

The two stared at each other, and Chen Mo helplessly said, "So, shouldn’t you let me go first?"

Ling Ningzhi, with her two jade-like fingers, held onto his coat tightly, blinked her eyes, and remained silent, yet still refused to let go.

"..."

Chen Mo chuckled, stepped forward, cupped her delicate face, and tilted his head down to kiss her.

"Mmh..."

Ling Ningzhi whimpered slightly, instinctively closing her eyes, entirely yielding to Chen Mo’s affections.

After a long moment, they parted lips.

Ling Ningzhi’s soft chest heaved, her breath a bit ragged, and her eyes were misty.

It seemed her whole body was drained of strength, as she leaned weakly against Chen Mo’s chest.

"Mr. Chen, this poor Daoist really... really likes you," she murmured softly, her cheeks flushed red.

Chen Mo was a bit surprised. The Daoist was usually thin-skinned, and even though they were familiar with each other’s nature, she rarely expressed such candid feelings.

"I really like my beloved Zhi’er," he said earnestly.

Upon hearing such a cheesy nickname, Ling Ningzhi lowered her head, her ears burning, snuggling deeper into his arms as if trying to hide within him.

"But you always call me Mr. Chen. Doesn’t that sound a bit distant?" Chen Mo mused, scratching his chin.

Ling Ningzhi’s lashes fluttered, and she asked, "Then what should I call you?"

Chen Mo thought for a moment and said, "Why don’t you try calling me brother?"

?

Ling Ningzhi paused, biting her lip, "Isn’t that a bit inappropriate..."

On the one hand, the term was too intimate. Besides, she was a few years older than Chen Mo, so she ought to call him younger brother.

On the other hand, this was Shen Zhixia’s "exclusive term." She’d already taken the other’s fiancé; now, should she grasp even the term of endearment?

This inevitably filled her with guilt and a sense of wrongdoing.

But faced with Chen Mo’s persistent gaze, Ling Ningzhi was left with little choice, "Just this once then..."

Her face turned crimson, and she stuttered, "Chen... Chen Mo, brother~"

After saying it, she dared not lift her head, turning instead to flee.

Chen Mo watched her swaying figure with a light smile at the corner of his mouth.

"The Daoist is still as adorable as ever!"

Just then, a line of small words glimmered before his eyes:

["Ling Ningzhi’s" Favorability Rating has increased.]