Yu Jinshuo shook his head helplessly. He had done everything perfectly, but whether the Demon God was satisfied was uncertain.
Everyone knows the temperament of the Demon God; it's something no one can fathom.
"Sister Lanyan, this is the Lord." Liu Xinrong quickly composed herself, lowered her voice, and whispered in Liu Lanyan's ear.
The demon god was indeed exceptionally handsome, but such a man was definitely not someone she could possess. Therefore, she should try her best to hold onto the prince.
"Lord?" Liu Lanyan murmured, repeating the question.
"Yes, if you want Qin Xiu to be happy, don't forget that," Liu Xinrong reminded her in a low voice.
"Okay." Liu Lanyan nodded, took a deep breath, and then walked out.
While the Demon Lord was still trying to figure out the Demon God's intentions, a voice suddenly rang out from below: "Lord."
That soft snort startled the Demon Lord so much that he almost jumped off his chair. Who was it?
Who is shouting nonsense here?
"How dare you! Step back!" Yu Jinshuo naturally recognized Liu Lanyan; their encounter at the Prince's mansion last time had left a deep impression on him.
I never expected this silly girl to appear at the banquet in the Prince's mansion, and to speak so inappropriately at this time. It's really going to cause trouble.
Unexpectedly, the man on the soft chair slowly spoke: "Who are you?"
These four short characters, like pearls rolling onto a jade plate, are truly beautiful to hear.
Such a beautiful voice made Liu Lanyan tremble, her heart ached, and the suffocating pain almost shattered the protective facade on her face.
Fortunately, it was only for a moment, and before Liu Lanyan could think about it, the excruciating pain had passed.
The guard who had originally intended to step forward and capture Liu Lanyan was now at a loss for what to do, staring blankly at Yu Jinshuo.
Yu Jinshuo waved his hand, and the guards stepped aside.
The demon god has already spoken, how can they interfere?
"Are you the Lord?" Liu Lanyan ignored the Demon God's question and continued to ask her own.
Such a straightforward question made the Demon God's lips curl up slightly, and he replied affirmatively, "Yes."
Upon receiving an affirmative answer, Liu Lanyan breathed a sigh of relief, then stretched out her small hand: "Give it to me?"
What is it?
"Your inner core."
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Chapter Seventeen: Better for You
Liu Lanyan's words were more terrifying than a shooting star falling from the sky.
Suddenly, it was as if a thunderbolt had exploded in everyone's minds, making them dizzy, seeing stars, and their vision blurred.
They seemed to have just heard a word that shouldn't have been there—inner alchemy.
The group looked at each other, wondering if they had misheard.
Even if everyone misheard, it can't be that everyone misheard at the same time.
All eyes were focused on Liu Lanyan, not because of her luxurious clothes or her stunning beauty, but simply because she was so extraordinary.
To dare to ask the demon god, the hidden ruler of the demon realm, for his inner core is not just a matter of courage; it's tantamount to courting death.
The inner core is the condensation of a lifetime of demonic power; to seize it is tantamount to taking their lives.
The theft of inner cores does occur, but it only happens to demons with low demonic power.
I've never heard of anyone being so crazy and reckless as to dare to covet the inner core of a demon god.
The Demon Lord's face turned deathly pale in an instant as he secretly observed the Demon God's reaction.
No one knew that the Demon Lord's heart was pounding wildly, like a drumbeat.
On this cool summer night, a gentle breeze chilled the Demon Lord's back, and he realized that in just a moment, his clothes were soaked with cold sweat.
"Who are you? How dare you act so presumptuously here! Guards, seize him!" The Demon Lord was unsure how to respond.
I could only say it in a light and indifferent way, not daring to provoke the demon god too much.
The guards nearby immediately rushed forward, ready to attack Liu Lanyan.
A soft laugh rang out, almost inaudible unless you listened very closely.
Laughter can vary depending on who is making it. Upon hearing the gentle laughter from the person beside him, the Demon Lord was startled and immediately reprimanded the rushing guards. He turned his head and respectfully inquired, "Your Majesty..."
"My inner core is not so easily obtained." The demon god raised the corners of his lips, like peach blossoms blooming in March, captivating hearts and intoxicating the breeze.
If Liu Lanyan's actions earlier frightened everyone, then the Demon God's words now went far beyond that.
fear.
The fear that comes from the deepest part of my heart.
No one knew what he meant by asking that question, let alone what crazy and terrifying things he would do after such calm words.
"I know," Liu Lanyan said to herself, seemingly oblivious to the tense and oppressive atmosphere around her.
“If you don’t give it to me, I can just snatch it,” Liu Lanyan said with a smile. “Sister Xinrong said that your inner core is the best, and it’s the most suitable for me to cultivate demonic power.”
Liu Lanyan's seemingly innocent words nearly scared Liu Xinrong out of her wits. She hurriedly stumbled out of her seat, knelt down with a thud, and stammered in fear, "Your... Your Majesty... No, it wasn't me. My sister has some mental issues and has offended you with her nonsense. Please forgive her."
The demon god remained casually reclined in the soft chair, glancing indifferently at Liu Xinrong before asking in a low voice, "Forgive me?"
"Yes, it's my fault for not disciplining Liu Lanyan properly, which is why she offended the Lord. Your Majesty, she's just a fool, her mind isn't clear, and she's always making mistakes. Please, please don't be angry." Liu Xinrong pleaded in fear, seemingly terrified by the situation, but upon closer listening, every word she uttered had a deeper meaning.
"Idiot?" A questioning voice rang out. Liu Xinrong was overjoyed and quickly continued to explain, "Yes, Liu Lanyan suffered some kind of shock, so her mind has been muddled all day."
"I only told her that Your Excellency is the strongest, and I don't know how she interpreted it as your inner core being the best for her." Liu Xinrong "anxiously" pleaded for Liu Lanyan, "Your Excellency, even though Lanyan usually gets into a lot of trouble, please spare her life, considering that she is not thinking clearly. Even if she is expelled from the family and driven away from the royal city, I just beg you to spare her life."
As Liu Lanyan's older sister, she risked the serious consequences of angering the demon god to plead for him, which can be considered as doing everything she could to be kind and righteous.
If the Demon God were to go along with the trend and expel Liu Lanyan from the family, her father would be the rightful Grand Elder, and even the marriage agreement with the Prince would fall on her shoulders, thus resolving all the problems.
As long as Liu Lanyan disappears, she will gain both a good reputation and all the benefits. This is a risky move that she has carefully planned.
If the demon god were to blame her, she had already planned her escape route, though it was too risky. But for the sake of her long-term plans, she had no choice but to take it.
Su Hanhao watched anxiously from the side, never expecting Liu Lanyan to do something so reckless. Just as he was about to step forward, his father grabbed him and scolded in a low voice, "Do you want to make your whole family pay with your life?"
One sentence successfully made Su Hanhao stop in his tracks, frowning in distress, his fists clenched so tightly they cracked.
“Such a person…” the demon god spoke softly, calmly and casually. No one could know exactly what he wanted to say, but as he spoke, everyone’s hearts were in their throats, fearing that he might destroy the palace in a fit of anger.
Yu Xinyi watched the unfolding chaos with equal tension, his heart pounding in his chest. He believed Liu Lanyan would never do something so uncertain, but the current situation was truly dire.
That man is unpredictable; who knows what he'll do next?
"My Lord, Lanyan is the only bloodline left by my elder brother. I beg you to show mercy and spare her life. Any other punishment is acceptable, you may do as you please." Liu Jinli rushed out and knelt on the ground. He and his daughter were truly of one mind.
They managed to get rid of Liu Lanyan, a troublesome person, and also gain a good reputation. They really made a clever plan.
The Demon Lord didn't care about any of that. Upon hearing the Demon God's words, he immediately ordered, "Guards, execute her on the spot!"
"Yes, kill her!"
"Torn to pieces."
Those who wanted to curry favor with the Demon God immediately started shouting, each one wishing they could kill Liu Lanyan as soon as possible so that the Demon God could vent his anger.
As long as the demon god is satisfied, they won't care about Liu Lanyan's life or death.
Why should they bear the consequences of the trouble caused by a fool? He should die immediately, as long as the demon god is satisfied.
"You want my inner core?" The demon god smiled calmly, his gentleness like spring.
Upon seeing his expression, Liu Xinrong was overjoyed. It was a success!
Everyone knows that the Demon God always kills without batting an eye, and the gentler his smile, the more ruthless his methods. This time, Liu Lanyan has absolutely no chance of escaping alive.
“That’s right.” Liu Lanyan seemed completely oblivious to the terror of the Demon God, speaking to herself without a second thought.
Her words caused a variety of reactions from the group. Su Hanhao almost fainted after hearing them. Even Yu Xinyi, who had doubts about Liu Lanyan, felt his blood freeze. What was she trying to do?
Even if you're looking for death, there's no way to do it this way.
Enraging the demon god would be worse than death.
The demon god smiled gently, her demeanor as elegant as a chrysanthemum, and uttered words that surprised everyone in the garden: "How about another hundred years?"
"Why?" Liu Lanyan asked in confusion, which was exactly what everyone was wondering about.
"A hundred years from now, when your inner core is fully developed, it will be even better for you." He still smiled gently, but this surprised everyone present, who were stunned and instantly petrified.
What were the demons and demon gods saying just now?
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Chapter 18 The Culprit
Everyone in the garden had a blank, dazed look on their faces as they stared blankly at the Demon God and Liu Lanyan.
His brain momentarily shut down, and he was completely unable to process the meaning behind the demon god's words.
With a soft clatter, someone's wine cup rolled to the ground, breaking the seemingly frozen, oppressive atmosphere in the garden.
Liu Xinrong's body suddenly trembled, and her already wide eyes widened even more.