Abyssal Chronicles

Chapter 237: "Genuine" News

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"These conclusions have been drawn from my meticulous investigation in the Wind City and the Sadik Empire! Your Majesty, I implore you to believe in my words; they are absolutely reliable! While the demon king class Bloody Butterfly remains dormant, we must swiftly eliminate her!"

Mo Xiao urgently conveyed.

However, upon hearing Mo Xiao’s report, Xue Tianao leaned back in his office chair, harboring deep skepticism toward Mo Xiao’s words. After all, based on his encounter with Miss Yu last night, she radiated a gentle and indescribable warmth in her every movement. It was a stark contrast to his perception of a brutal and bloodthirsty abyssal demon creatures. Despite Mo Xiao’s claim that Bloody Butterfly’s refined behavior stemmed from her training in the Black Rose family, Xue Tianao found it difficult to believe that even with retained humanity, the inherent nature of an abyssal demon, including its instinctive hatred for humans and other creatures, could be easily restrained.

Yet, Miss Yu did not exhibit any of these behaviors last night, leaving Xue Tianao considerably perplexed. However, upon witnessing the abundant evidence provided by Mo Xiao, Xue Tianao had no choice but to accept the incredible truth. The eldest daughter of the Black Rose family was indeed the new Demon King Class abyssal demon, Bloody Butterfly!

However, upon realizing this fact, Xue Tianao did not feel uneasy about the emergence of a new Demon King being in the imperial city. Having broken free from the shackles of his dual identity, he had already defeated the powerful "Inferno." If he could overcome a seasoned and formidable Demon King abyssal demon, what reason did he have to fear this newly emerged one? Even if she possessed true power, as long as he freed himself from the third shackle, he would be capable of dealing with her.

The primary concern for Xue Tianao was to avoid becoming enemies with Miss Yu. The advantages of acquiring this extraordinary young lady, with her exceptional value and beauty, would far outweigh the points gained from eliminating a Demon King entity in one fell swoop! In essence, Xue Tianao’s plan was to conquer Miss Yu. Unlike other terrifying and bizarre Demon King abyssal demons, this demon King girl was a genuine beauty. Xue Tianao was highly motivated and filled with enthusiasm.

Perhaps this scenario resembled the plots often seen in novels and anime, where the protagonist conquers the villainous boss and transforms them into an ally?

’Hehe~ ’

"I’m truly looking forward to it~"

With that thought, Xue Tianao, engrossed in contemplation while seated in his chair, gradually revealed a smile brimming with anticipation...

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Returning to the present time, after making his decision, Xue Tianao arrived at Noya’s Magic Bookstore to acquire rare materials. Initially, Xue Tianao had intended to conquer the Abyssal demon King girl through conventional means.

However, Xue Tianao regretfully realized that this idea seemed unrealistic. His "Eye of Heaven’s Mandate" allowed him to perceive others’ feelings and subtly enhance their favorability toward him. However, this power had no effect on Abyssal Demons and could even backfire. Last night, after meeting Miss Yu, he confirmed this fact.

Because of this, Miss Yu probably didn’t hold much favorability toward him anymore. Every time he thought about it, Xue Tianao couldn’t help but sigh deeply, filled with remorse. If only he had been more cautious, verified her identity before using the "Eye of Heaven’s Mandate" recklessly, and tarnishing the impression of himself in her heart...

However,

There was no pill for regret in the world.

The deed had been done,

and he had to accept it.

Nevertheless, the irresistible allure of Miss Black Rose, possessing peerless beauty and "Immeasurable" value, still captivated Xue Tianao. He wouldn’t choose to let go. No matter what, he would try his best to conquer the black-haired girl. After all, weren’t many female villains initially repulsed by the protagonist but ultimately conquered by them?

’Even if things didn’t work out,’

’In the end, I can eliminate her for points...’

Unfortunately,

Now that Miss Yu’s favorability toward him had declined, coupled with the inherent disdain Abyssal Demons harbored for the divine power within him, it seemed unrealistic to conquer her through conventional means. In that case, he had no choice but to employ unconventional methods...

That is, to utilize the synthesized book obtained through system points and create that thing~

As he looked at the rare materials being presented to him by Noya one by one, Xue Tianao ’s smile on his face grew brighter. Along with its brilliance, it also emanated a chilling sensation.

Miss Foxy Noya, the store manager, couldn’t help but furrow her brows upon noticing the intense desire in Xue Tianao ’s eyes.

However,

Soon, Noya concealed her strange expression and once again revealed her signature service smile:

"It’s all set~ Your Majesty Xue Tianao, all the materials you wanted are here. Take a look. Are you satisfied?"

"Mmm! Quite good!"

Carefully examining each piece of rare material in front of him, Xue Tianao ’s face was filled with satisfaction.

"Well then, let’s make the deal."

"Mmm."

"Thank you for your patronage, Your Majesty Xue Tianao ~"

With a slight smile, Noya raised her hand and, accompanied by a wave of platinum-colored magic, the mountain-like pile of raw gemstones vanished under the embrace of golden light, compressing and storing them all within Noya’s ring. Subsequently, Noya also revealed a pleased smile.

However, as Xue Tianao saw that expression of delight, a hint of gloom unconsciously appeared on his face, and dangerous glimmers emerged in his eyes.

"This woman..."

Although it’s true that she has provided me with considerable help, every bit of that assistance was obtained through monetary transactions. It seems like this merchant helps whoever has money. Reluctant to align with a single faction, it appears that she aims to benefit from multiple forces...

If in the future, my enemies come to her with enough money, wouldn’t this fox assist them against me as well?

If I am unable to make this woman truly mine in the end, it seems I’ll have to consider how to eliminate her...

At the thought of this, a chilling sensation flashed deep within Xue Tianao ’s azure eyes.

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Meanwhile, outside the Magic Bookstore, a few young men were waiting. They were Xue Tianao ’s trusted men disguised as ordinary individuals, along with Mo Xiao, who had returned after a great deal of hardship to report the incident from the Sadiq Empire. After waiting for a long time, a robust young man with chestnut hair, Toma, grew impatient and anxious, crossing his arms in front of him.

"his Majesty, why did it took him so long? Nothing has happened to him, right?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Garfield, who had been waiting and jotting down notes beside him, sarcastically retorted,

"Come on, Your Majesty Xue Tianao is incredibly powerful now. There’s no way he would face any trouble without putting up a fight. Besides, we’ve been here before, and it always takes a while. Just be patient."

After being mocked by Garfield, Toma fell silent and leaned against the wall.

Meanwhile, Garfield shifted his gaze to the black-haired man who had been pacing back and forth for a while and furrowed his brows.

"Hey, you’re Mo Xiao, right? What are you doing pacing around? Stop moving, it’s making me dizzy."

"Uh, sorry... I, I’m feeling a bit urgent..."

"Huh? Urgent?" Upon hearing this, Garfield impatiently rolled his eyes. "If you’re feeling urgent, go to the restroom! Why are you wandering around here? There’s a restroom just around the corner!"

"Y-yes... I understand. I... I’ll go right away!"

After anxiously replying, Mo Xiao hurriedly ran towards the restroom at the street corner, under the watchful gaze of Garfield and the others. In the blink of an eye, he disappeared from their sight. Seeing this, Garfield sighed heavily.

"Ah, seriously, why does his majesty value such a timid and cowardly person..."

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On the other side, after rushing into the restroom, Mo Xiao, covered in cold sweat, hastily took out a blue magic stone from his spatial ring, which was a communication stone. After taking a few deep breaths, Mo Xiao nervously activated the stone.

Accompanied by a wave of blue light, a magnetic male voice slowly entered Mo Xiao’s ears.

"I knew you were a clever person, Mr. Mo Xiao."

Although the voice sounded gentle and pleasant, the moment it reached Mo Xiao’s ears, he felt a suffocating pressure, as if he were tightly held in the clutches of an abyssal demon, unable to breathe.

Suppressing his inner anxiety and fear, Mo Xiao gathered courage and spoke up:

"Your grace... I have done as you requested... Please... spare my family..."

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A few days ago, after receiving Xue Tianao’s orders, Mo Xiao embarked on a series of investigations concerning the relationship between the young lady of the Black Rose Duchy and the Abyssal Demon Bloody Butterfly, a newly born Demon King.

Although his instincts as an information broker warned him not to get involved in this mess, Mo Xiao decided to take the risk in order to repay Xue Tianao’s life-saving favor.

After all, instincts are just instincts, and they aren’t always accurate, right?

However, when Mo Xiao found himself bound and thrown into the Blue Rose Garden of the Black Rose family, he realized that his instincts were indeed quite accurate.

This mission was truly not one he should have accepted...