Volume 3, Chapter 61 – “Full of Confidence”

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Inside the Xuanyuan Palace of the Sky Dome Imperial Palace,

All the attendants, servants, confidants including Toma, as well as Xue Tian’ao’s favored concubines, left the Xuanyuan Palace in bewilderment after receiving instructions from Xue Tian’ao and headed to the outer walls, and the massive Xuanyuan Palace was enveloped by the pale golden magic power released by Xue Tian’ao, almost completely isolated from the outside world.

In an instant, the once heavily guarded Xuanyuan Palace, filled with countless attendants, became so quiet that one could hear a pin drop, leaving only Xue Tian’ao alone inside. However, this was exactly what Xue Tian’ao needed. He could not be disturbed by anyone right now, for he needed to concentrate fully on using the synthesis scroll provided by the System to refine medicine!

When the plain magic synthesis scroll instantly disintegrated and transformed into a massive magic furnace, Xue Tian’ao’s pupils suddenly constricted, and a pale golden light filled with the power of ‘holiness’ immediately burst forth, and a terrifying pressure and powerful magic power abruptly swept through the entire hall! Even the indestructible palace walls began to crack under the baptism of Xue Tian’ao’s aura.

Strictly speaking, it was a wise move for Xue Tian’ao to have Toma and the others leave the Xuanyuan Palace. After all, those people were simply unable to resist the powerful aura released by his own body, and staying here would only get in the way.

‘Heh, it’s time to start.’

Xue Tian’ao’s gaze suddenly became determined.

The blond man then abruptly raised his hand. Pale golden power began to condense around the furnace. The Ice Dragon Horn, the Tears of Nature, the Black Coral Root, the Bewildering Flower Bud, the Heartbreak Ghostflower Leaf, the Summer Vermilion Dew, and a series of other materials purchased from Noya at a high price all surged into the furnace under the guidance of Xue Tian’ao’s power. Under the influence of the high temperature within, they disintegrated, melted, and gradually condensed into droplets of Essence Source…

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The high-level scroll exchanged using System points had a synthesis success rate of nearly one hundred percent. Even though a few complications arose during the synthesis process, Xue Tian’ao remained composed throughout.

As time passed, the golden light grew increasingly dazzling, and the magic-molded furnace suddenly burst apart! The condensed essence slowly floated before Xue Tian’ao and landed in the exquisite crystal bottle he had prepared long ago.

“Heh, finally finished,”

Staring at the crystal-clear red liquid inside the bottle, Xue Tian’ao couldn’t help but reveal a satisfied smile. Although his smile was as charming as ever, it carried a faint, bone-chilling sensation.

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Those possessing ‘Transcendent’ value were undoubtedly the ones Xue Tian’ao yearned for. In his view, with his current strength and influence, if he could gain the support of someone with ‘Transcendent’ value like Mengxi or Miss Yu to complete the Trial Mission, saving this world would be a certainty.

When that time came, he would be able to surpass the rank of magic god tier and reach that legendary realm that no one had ever achieved.

As the female lead, Mengxi was an existence Xue Tian’ao believed he could certainly win over, for he was the Chosen Son who carried the mandate of heaven and was the true ‘protagonist’ of this world, and wasn’t it natural for the ‘male lead’ to be paired with the ‘female lead’? Xue Tian’ao was full of confidence regarding this.

However, regarding the Blood Butterfly, Xue Tian’ao was a bit uncertain whether such a villainous beautiful girl could be won over was indeed hard to say. Coupled with his previous impolite behavior, the difficulty of winning her over was even greater. Although he believed that with his charm and wisdom, winning her over would be no problem as long as he spent enough time.

The trouble was that he didn’t seem to have that much time right now. After the Coronation Ceremony, the Blackrose Family would likely return to the Sadik Empire, and by then, the difficulty of trying to win over the Blood Butterfly would be unimaginably high.

Winning over the Blood Butterfly within these few days was also a challenge that could not be underestimated. With no other choice, Xue Tian’ao had to rely on the power of the System to exchange points for a rare ancient scroll in the mall to create an elixir. If he couldn’t win her over, he would make the Blood Butterfly consume this elixir during dinner! Even if she was unwilling, that demon girl would have no choice but to submit to him!

“Heh, I’m really looking forward to it~”

Recalling Miss Yumo’s exquisite face and the blend of wickedness and innocence in her aura from the day of the welcoming banquet, Xue Tian’ao felt a sense of uncontrollable desire in his heart. A strange laughter slowly began to drift from the palace, making Toma, who was guarding outside, frown unconsciously and look toward the tightly closed gates of the Xuanyuan Palace with an odd expression.

And so, harboring the thought of conquering the ‘Blood Butterfly’, time flew by…

Two days later, the appointed time for the evening banquet arrived as scheduled…

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In the meantime, although he learned of Marquis Coveport’s death and the explosion of the Soul Crystal, Xue Tian’ao did not have much time to care about what happened to the Marquis due to the lack of results from the investigation, the countless busy matters, and his meticulous preparations for the banquet.

After handing the task of the detailed investigation to his subordinate Toma, Xue Tian’ao began preparing for the Coronation Ceremony and the clothes he would wear when meeting Miss Yumo.

As it turned out, his preparations were quite effective. At this moment, inside the Red Moon Palace (the palace used for welcoming guests within the imperial palace), a handsome man with his beautiful golden hair tied into a long braid was being dressed in an exquisitely crafted, magnificent robe by several maids. The man’s facial features were as distinct as if they were carved, his cold and arrogant eyes seemed to lack focus, and the depths of his dark cerulean eyes were filled with calmness, his golden hair scattered around his ears, and his ear studs emitted flashes of noble golden light.

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Handsome, cold, and full of arrogance were written across the man’s face. And this man, who had all the surrounding women completely infatuated, was the current ruler of the Snownight Empire, Xue Tian’ao. At this moment, the imperial Emperor was looking in the mirror with great satisfaction, admiring the formal attire sewn by dozens of top tailors working together.

“Mhm, not bad, not bad~”

Xue Tian’ao was very satisfied with the effect of the formal wear. This way, he should be able to captivate Miss Yu at the very first moment, right?

Xue Tian’ao couldn’t help but estimate this in his heart. One must know that the design of this formal attire was not based purely on his own preferences, but was created according to Moxiao’s report. It had to be said that Moxiao truly deserved to be an A-grade intelligence dealer.

Regarding the fact that Moxiao couldn’t fully figure out the Blood Butterfly’s current intentions, Xue Tian’ao felt it was understandable, as most people would be unwilling to believe the fact that an Abyssal Demon would stand on the side of humanity. Aside from that, the information Moxiao obtained was incredibly precious, especially the intel regarding Miss Yu’s personal hobbies. This important information would provide a massive boost for him to win over Miss Yu!

For example, this set of clothes was specially made according to Miss Yu’s preferences! It would surely make the other party feel stunned the moment she saw him, thereby increasing her favorability. Although the elixir was already prepared, Xue Tian’ao still wanted to first try using his own charm to subdue the black-haired girl he was quite fond of. One must know that his current body was the most handsome and masculine existence he had ever possessed in his several lives!

While Xue Tian’ao was immersed in his own handsomeness in the mirror, a petite girl suddenly burst into the room and grabbed Xue Tian’ao’s arm without a word.

“Brother Tian’ao! Didn’t you promise to spend tonight with us? Why did you suddenly…”

The girl spoke in a coquettish voice, her tone carrying a hint of dissatisfaction amidst her acting spoiled.

This call snapped Xue Tian’ao back to reality.

His brow furrowed slightly.

The handsome blond man then deliberately put on a small ‘guilty’ expression and looked at the cute blue-haired girl before him, as well as the beautiful orange-haired woman in magnificent court attire who had just entered the room not far away.

“I’m sorry, Lilian, and Olivia, as for tonight, I have urgent matters to handle and cannot accompany you.”

Although the two women before him were also beautiful existences he had spent much effort to win over, compared to that exquisite black-haired girl, their attraction was undoubtedly overshadowed.

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‘Compared to spending time with them, winning over Miss Yu was the main point, okay!?’

Although he felt somewhat annoyed by the arrival of the two women, Xue Tian’ao still put on the gentle face he specifically used for deceiving girls.

“The person I am meeting is of extraordinary significance to the entire Snownight Empire, so I hope you can understand.”

“Understand, but… but, we already agreed, boohoo…” Lilian pouted her small mouth in displeasure.

Olivia’s brow furrowed slightly.

“Tian’ao, regarding that woman, you wouldn’t be…”

Hearing this, an imperceptible glint appeared in Xue Tian’ao’s eyes.

‘Are they afraid of me looking for someone else again?’

‘That’s true.’

‘After all, I fooled them before by saying I wouldn’t look for new girls.’

But…

With a slight smile, Xue Tian’ao hurried to wave his hand.

“Heh, don’t worry, I have no feelings for her, I am only having dinner with her for the sake of the country and the people.”

If he could win over Miss Yu, her value would absolutely exceed that of the two women before him, and it wouldn’t matter if he had a falling out with them. But for now, he should soothe them first.

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“Lilian, Olivia, rest assured, having you two is enough for me.”

As he spoke, a pale golden light slowly flashed through Xue Tian’ao’s eyes.

After meeting Xue Tian’ao’s gaze, the two women who wore displeased expressions felt their hearts calm down unconsciously and revealed expressions of “understanding.”

“We understand, Tian’ao, we believe you.”

“I see, Brother Tian’ao, you go ahead and get to work…”

“Thank you for your understanding.”

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However, just as Xue Tian’ao was soothing his two harem members with gentle words,

Toma, as one of his confidants, slowly pushed open the door and came to Xue Tian’ao’s side.

“Your Majesty, Miss Yu of the Blackrose Family has arrived.”

“Alright, I understand.”

Xue Tian’ao nodded in response, then once again looked toward his two wives with a gentle and considerate gaze.

“I should get to work, you two head back first, I’ll come find you later.”

After saying something that seemed very caring but was actually quite dismissive, under Toma’s escort, Xue Tian’ao adjusted his collar and excitedly accelerated toward the main entrance, his cerulean eyes filled with excitement and a bone-chilling, thick desire…