Abyssal Chronicles

Chapter 233: Animosity

Yumo’s illustration is posted in chapter 00 character. or you can see it in this link==> 1

Three days later, the grand coronation ceremony of Xue Tianao was to take place In, accordance with the laws of the Snow Night Empire, once the ceremony concluded, Xue Tianao would receive the imperial crown bestowed upon him by the ancestral spirits of the First Emperor.

This would mark his ascension as the true Emperor of the Snow Night Empire and grant him the privilege to access the fabled Imperial Tomb Treasury. As for the secrets hidden within its depths, that no one knows…

Yumo didn’t pay much heed to such matters. At this moment, her mind was consumed by curiosity and confusion.

"Xue Tianao, on the eve of His coronation ceremony, during such a busy time, He invites me to the palace? For a shared dinner? What could be the meaning of this?"

As she spoke, the vivid memory of their encounter in the banquet hall the previous day resurfaced in Yumo’s mind, gradually giving birth to a sense of displeasure reflected in her dark eyes.

Presently, Yumo held nothing but disdain for Xue Tianao’s invitation.

On the other hand, perceiving the disdain and contempt in the dark-haired girl’s eyes, Toma gradually suppressed his anger, overriding the initial unease and fear within him. As Xue Tianao’s loyal protector, Toma held an unparalleled respect for him. After all, were it not for Xue Tianao’s noble intervention when he was but an orphan, Toma would have perished in the unforgiving winter.

With Xue Tianao’s assistance, not only did Toma’s family escape the clutches of poverty, but he himself grew into a Powerful Tier 7 Cultivator—a man of unwavering integrity.

Xue Tianao was Toma’s benefactor, a deity enshrined within his heart. Toma would brook no insults directed towards his revered patron and naturally held no inclination to show any semblance of kindness to such individuals.

Clearly, the dark-haired girl before him harbored no respect for Xue Tianao. Her tone dripped with disdain. Is it not an immense honor to receive an invitation from Her Majesty Xue Tianao? And yet, you remain so ignorant?!

Consumed by anger, Toma was on the verge of rising to rebuke the dark-haired girl. However, before he could even make a move, two Powerful forces descended abruptly from above, pressing down upon Toma’s shoulders with an iron grip. His countenance swiftly changed, a thin sheen of cold sweat trickling down his forehead, and his just-risen body was forcefully compelled back onto the sofa.

?!!

"These... these two women? When did they...?"

At this moment, Qiu Mingtong and Xizhi, who had been standing quietly behind their miss Yumo, suddenly appeared behind Toma without him noticing. Before he could make a move, they swiftly raised their hands, suppressing Toma’s body and his inner aura. The Captain of the Imperial Guards was forced to ’obediently’ sit back down, despite his resistance. The two women’s suppression remained unyielding.

On Toma’s rough and wild countenance, a profound mix of astonishment and unwillingness surfaced, his face turning red with anger. Witnessing this, Yumo couldn’t help but sigh in resignation.

’The son of Destiny may be annoying, but he is after all someone entrusted with the fate of the world, one of the saviors prophesied to come. His future achievements are limitless. If the Black Rose Family were to provoke Xue Tianao, they would likely become cannon fodder for villainous families like in various novels. In order to ensure the longevity of the Black Rose Family after she leaves this world, it would be best not to make the relationship between them and Xue Tianao too awkward.’

With these thoughts in mind, Miss Yumo displayed a slightly apologetic ’smile’.

"I apologize, sir Toma. I didn’t mean to disrespect His Majesty Xue Tianao. I was just a little surprised. I never expected him to value us so much and invite me to the palace..."

As she spoke, Yumo subtly gestured with her eyes toward Qiu Mingtong and Xizhi. Understanding her signal, although reluctantly, the two of them released their suppression on Toma. However, upon regaining his freedom, Toma showed some tact and didn’t continue to struggle recklessly.

Taking a deep breath, Toma forced himself to regain his earlier calm expression.

"No need to be surprised, Miss Yu. The Sadik Empire is the largest southern country. As an envoy of the Sadik Empire, it is only natural for His Majesty to value you. His Majesty wishes to end the grievances between the Sadik Empire and our Snow Night Empire in his generation so that we can unite in the future and eradicate those abhorrent and hideous Abyssal Demons within the Great Winter Forest."

Toma said solemnly, but at the same time, he inexplicably felt a chill behind him.

After a slight tremor, Toma spoke again, "In order to resolve our grievances, His Majesty Xue Tianao has shown great sincerity. This includes granting mining rights in the northern territories, a new trade agreement, opening of the borders, cooperation on advanced weaponry, and more. These are important topics, and His Majesty hopes to have the opportunity to discuss them face-to-face with Miss Yu."

"Face-to-face?" Yumo questioned.

"Yes, after all, this matter is absolutely beneficial and harmless to both empires," Toma replied.

With that, Toma slowly stood up and handed the letter with the royal seal emblem to Yumo.

"Therefore, I kindly request Miss Yu of black rose Duchy to accept His Majesty’s invitation."

Yumo looked at the invitation letter presented before her, her azure eyes narrowing slightly as she fell into a brief moment of contemplation. After a while, she took the letter, sighing with relief.

"Alright, I understand. But I’m sorry, I can’t give you an immediate answer. I need to consider it."

"Naturally. However, Miss Yumo, His Majesty is truly looking forward to meeting you and having a dinner together. We hope you can provide a positive response."

"Okay."

"In that case, I won’t disturb you any longer. I’ll take my leave..."

After finishing his words, upon receiving a nod of approval from Yumo, Toma didn’t linger and picked up his sword, walking towards the mansion’s main gate. As Toma and the other royal knights departed, the hall fell into a silent state, with all members of the Black Rose Family casting slightly complex gazes at Yumo. Yumo looked at the letter in her hand, thoughtfully resting her chin on her palm.

"A dinner together, and they even sent me a set of formal attire and jewelry..."

’Hehe~...’

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However, the peculiar silence within the mansion was not exclusive to Yumo alone. A silver-haired girl hiding behind a pillar on the third floor, secretly observing, also fell into contemplation. As she gazed at the departing figure of the messenger from Xue Tianao, Mengxi couldn’t help but bite her index finger in frustration...

’Fuck!’

"Xue Tianao…"

Muttering the name under her breath, Mengxi’s lilac eyes revealed a deep and palpable displeasure. Initially, her spirits were soaring high after taking away Yumo’s lips and replenishing herself with a surge of Shadow Power, coursing through her body with a sense of contentment. If not for the constraints of her surroundings, Mengxi would have found herself humming a joyful tune.

However, her blissful day took an abrupt nosedive the moment she heard the name "Xue Tianao." Instantaneously, the delight on Mengxi’s face vanished, replaced by an overwhelming wave of annoyance. As Toma’s conversation with Yumo reached her ears, Mengxi’s internal discontent shot up like a rocket.

The silver-haired girl became gradually consumed by a shroud of dark aura, her delicate fingers even crushing the exquisitely carved stone pillar without a second thought.

’What?! Xue Tianao had the audacity to invite Sister Yumo to the palace for discussions on crucial collaborative projects between the two nations? Nonsense! Xue Tianao must have set his dirty eyes on my pure sister Yumo! There’s no doubt that this invitation bears ill intentions!’

’Damn it! I knew this guy wouldn’t give up after the banquet, but I never anticipated his swift retaliation...’

Raging with anger, Mengxi’s heart was flooded with an intense sense of crisis. Xue Tianao not only desired her, but he dared to lay a hand on Yumo. It was one thing for him to obsess over her day after day, but targeting sister Yumo was unforgivable!

’Why doesn’t that damn bastard just meet his end!’

’Wait...’

’End?’

’Ah, of course!’

’If Xue Tianao were no longer in the picture, he wouldn’t be able to obsess over sister Yumo any longer, And in the future, no one would repulse her. Moreover, sister Yumo’s purpose is to cultivate the Chosen Ones to combat the Abyssal Demons. If Xue Tianao were to meet his demise, sister Yumo would have no choice but to accompany me, wouldn’t she?’

With this realization, a spark of enlightenment flashed in Mengxi’s beautiful lilac eyes.

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"Sigh, finally gone..."

Yumo watched as Xue Tianao’s servant left the mansion. As soon as the gates closed, she dropped the invitation letter, written by Xue Tianao himself, filled with genuine sincerity, directly in front of the nearby butler, Sebastian.

With a disdainful expression on her face, she said,

"Little Sai, you can keep that for now."

"understood my lady"

’Sigh... Could this day possibly become any more complicated?’