Chapter 1325

When they left the research institute of the Ministry of Works, Wu Li had already regained her usual calmness.

Being disfigured and turned into a hideous monster was a huge blow to any woman. It was enough to drive them crazy.

However, perhaps because she was already used to the cruelty of Xing County, her acceptance of reality was so quick that Gu Chen admired it.

"This time, you will follow me on a mission. If we have time on the way, I will think of a way to help you recover."

Along the way, Gu Chen spoke coldly.

The reason why Wu Li was forced to endure such a heinous torture was largely related to his secret scheme. She could be considered an innocent victim in this entire matter.

However, this victim did not know the truth of the matter. After she returned, she still loyally protected him.

Gu Chen had never liked owing anyone anything, so he decided to help her.

When Wu Li heard Gu Chen's words, her gaze wavered slightly.

Ever since she had followed this lord, he had always been extremely cold towards her. Even though his tone was not much different from before, the fact that he had taken the initiative to help her meant that their relationship had taken a huge step forward.

Wu Li's heart was somewhat comforted, but a bitter smile appeared on her lips. "Thank you for your kindness, Lord Gu. However, I can feel that this body is already inseparable from my original body. I'm afraid that I will not be able to recover."

"As for my face, Lord Kong said that it is because my body has fused with the blood of another race, causing it to reject me. Even if it is cured, it will rot again."

"If that's the case, then let's just ignore it. Even though I am not used to my current appearance, my strength has indeed increased by quite a bit. I believe that I will not be a burden to Lord Gu in the future."

Gu Chen was very sensitive to emotions. He could clearly sense that Wu Li was speaking from the bottom of her heart.

"The first time I led an army into battle, I suffered a crushing defeat. Privately, the people of the military think of me as a joke. Some even call me a stray dog. Do you have any complaints about following me like this?"

"If you want a better future, I can recommend you to someone else. Think about it."

Gu Chen looked at Wu Li and said calmly.

He could tell that Wu Li was a very motivated person. She had helped him a lot over the past few days. He did not want to trick her anymore.

He had never been loyal to the Xing County. Whoever followed him would be doomed in the future.

"Does Lord Gu wish to chase me away?" Wu Li's smile became even more bitter when she heard this.

She knew that she hadn't been of much help after following this lord. She might have been able to act as a vase with her outstanding looks, but now that her face was disfigured, she was useless.

"No, it's for your own good." Gu Chen shook his head.

However, Wu Li did not believe his words. In her anxiety, she bowed deeply towards Gu Chen.

"No matter what the people in the military say about Lord Gu, I am willing to follow you!"

"Lord Gu's peerless performance in the Ninth Realm is still fresh in my mind. I firmly believe that Lord Gu is not an ordinary person!"

Seeing that Wu Li's attitude was firm, Gu Chen no longer tried to persuade her. He turned around and continued walking forward.

"Since that's the case, then follow me and work hard. However, you must remember that no matter what, you must always be loyal to me."

Gu Chen's calm words were like music to Wu Li. She hurriedly chased after him. "I understand. I am Lord Gu's man when I live, and I will be Lord Gu's ghost when I die!"

Gu Chen said no more and returned to his residence.

That night, Gu Chen met with Feng Yaya in secret. They talked about what he had seen and heard in the Ministry of Works during the day and asked about Kong Sheng's cultivation.

"Although I have been by Kong Sheng's side for seven years, I have never seen him fight with anyone. He does not lack fighters by his side, so I can't be sure about his cultivation."

After Feng Yaya heard about the Flower of Chaos in Kong Sheng's body, she frowned and shook her head.

"That Kong Sheng is strange. If we plan to attack him in the future, it's best to find out more about him."

Gu Chen muttered. The Flower of Chaos in Kong Sheng's body gave him an indescribable sense of unease.

"I will find a way to understand the situation. Uncle, you are about to leave for Lei County. Have a good rest."

Feng Yaya said a few words and soon left.

The conversation between the two had always been concise and comprehensive. They rarely talked about trivial matters. This way, they could reduce the risk of being discovered.

"By the way, can you help me investigate something?" Gu Chen thought of something and said.

"What is it?"

"It's about the Tyrant Dragon King on Prison Star. I want to know how it was captured and imprisoned on Prison Star, and whether other members of the Tyrant Clan were imprisoned there." Gu Chen requested seriously.

Ever since he saw the Limitless Tyrant Dragon King, he became more and more concerned about how Dao Lord Xing chased after the Tyrant Clan. After all, Dao Lord Xing had never mentioned his identity as the successor of the Tyrant Clan. This was very unusual.

Until now, Gu Chen only guessed that Dao Lord Xing had some kind of intention for him, but he did not know what it was. Under such circumstances, he was very passive. If one day, he was no longer of any use to Dao Lord Xing, he might die!

His intuition told him that if he wanted to know what Dao Lord Xing was plotting, he had to start with the Tyrant Clan. That was why he wanted to investigate Prison Star.

Chi Tianluo once told him that a long time ago, a race with golden blood was imprisoned on Prison Star. Although it might not be the Tyrant Clan, it was still a breakthrough.

Gu Chen originally wanted to investigate this matter after he was released from prison, but now that he had a mission, he could only trouble Feng Yaya.

"So it's about this matter. Don't worry. Actually, I've been investigating this matter ever since I saw the Limitless Tyrant Dragon King."

Feng Yaya smiled. "It's just that it's been a million years, and the Tyrant Clan seems to be a secret within Xing County. So far, I haven't found anything."

"But I will continue to investigate. Don't worry, when you come back, there might be good news."

"I trust you." Gu Chen nodded.

"By the way, I have a presumptuous request. I wonder if you can agree to it?" Feng Yaya giggled.

"Tell me about it."

"I want a drop of your Tyrant Blood." Feng Yaya stuck out her tongue.

"Why?" Gu Chen was surprised.

"When I was healing you previously, I felt that your clan is very unique, so I want to study it."

Feng Yaya sounded a little guilty. After all, she was digging up the secrets of Gu Chen's body, which was a taboo for cultivators.

"You've healed me countless times previously. If you want to secretly take the Tyrant Blood from me, it shouldn't be difficult, right?" Gu Chen asked after thinking for a while.

"That's different. If I do that, I will lose your trust. We're allies and brothers, so I have to get your permission," Feng Yaya said matter-of-factly.