Chapter 39: The Hunter Always Appears in the Form of Prey (Part 1)

After Xue Yao's words, everyone finally had to accept the Void Main God status of Lin Fan.

Even if they harbored doubts, they could not deny it.

Since Lin Fan's identity had been acknowledged, how then should they resolve the matter of forcibly taking Lin Chen away from his side…?

Everyone looked at each other, their gazes gradually becoming complex.

Wasn't this just asking for trouble? To snatch away the beloved of the new Divine Master, and even brazenly declare it as "inviting the Divine Master's wife to return to her position." What have I done!?

For a moment, Poetry Immortal Yu Xuanji's expression was rich, as if she had eaten a bitter gourd.

Su Xiaoxiao, however, was secretly pleased with herself. She quietly sent a voice transmission to Lin Chen, "Lin Chen, don't do anything. Just stay at the Dao Alliance and relax, let them worry themselves sick."

Lin Chen was slightly taken aback, then immediately understood, unable to help but want to laugh.

Su Xiaoxiao was intentionally tormenting the Dao Alliance!

Thinking of how those people were spinning in circles with anxiety yet dared not do anything to her, a sense of mischievous pleasure unexpectedly arose in Lin Chen's heart.

Lin Chen pretended to be nonchalant as she adjusted her sitting posture, her tone soft and gentle but carrying an ambiguous smile: "Now, I have also agreed to be your Divine Master's wife. I am tired, so let us dismiss the court."

Everyone was uneasy.

The hearts of those in the great hall sank slightly.

Dismiss the court?

They were the ones who had forcibly snatched the Divine Master's wife from the side of the Void Main God!

Would Lin Fan just let it go like this?

War God Lu Bu lowered his head and remained silent, secretly lamenting in his heart. He was one of the people who had personally taken action!

Military Sage Sun Wu frowned in thought, his gaze quietly sizing up Lin Chen, wanting to discern some clue.

As for Commander Zhou Yu, he gritted his teeth in secret, feeling that Lin Chen was definitely brewing a big move!

The entire hall was filled with a subtle and oppressive atmosphere.

Yet Lin Chen remained calm and composed, as if she had truly put the matter aside and would no longer pursue it.

But the more it was like this, the more uneasy everyone became!

Especially the few big figures of the Dao Alliance; they knew very well in their hearts—Lin Fan's personality would absolutely not let it rest so easily!

He would definitely come to retrieve Lin Chen!

And yet, right now, Lin Chen was leisurely and carefree, doing nothing at all.

This silence was instead a form of silent pressure, making them increasingly nervous…

"Dismiss the court!"

A vast sound of the Dao resonated through Shenyao Hall, driving everyone to retreat.

Although they were filled with trepidation, they dared not disobey and respectfully withdrew one after another.

Just as everyone was preparing to leave, Lin Chen spoke softly: "Taoist Ancestor Kongming, please stay for a moment. I have something to say."

Everyone was secretly delighted, though they pretended to be calm on the surface.

As expected!

How could a beautiful and kind-hearted young girl like Lin Chen truly hold a grudge?

She must want to ask Taoist Ancestor Kongming to discuss a countermeasure to alleviate the Void Main God's anger!

Thus, they each put on an expression of "this palace hears nothing, this palace sees nothing," saying "respectfully withdrawing" with their mouths, while slowing their footsteps to a crawl, fearing they might miss Lin Chen's arrangements.

However, Lin Chen's first sentence directly made everyone doubt their lives.

"Taoist Ancestor Kongming, do I have to attend the morning court every day?"

—Boom!

At this moment, everyone felt as if they had taken ten thousand points of critical damage, nearly stumbling and falling at the entrance of the great hall.

What?

Everyone was anxiously worrying about when the Void Main God would come charging up, and she, on the other hand, was most concerned about the morning court!

Taoist Ancestor Kongming's mouth twitched fiercely. He took a deep breath to calm his emotions, trying his best to speak in a steady tone: "Naturally, it is every day."

"Ah~ but I…" Lin Chen elongated her tone, her voice soft and coquettish, clearly wanting to slack off.

She blinked her watery eyes, attempting to get Taoist Ancestor Kongming to do it for her.

Unfortunately, Taoist Ancestor Kongming was experienced and knowledgeable; how could he be deceived by such a small trick?

He sternly refused: "It is against etiquette; we subjects have no right to substitute!"

Thus, a protracted bargaining session began in the great hall.

Lin Chen tried to act coquettish, feign pity, and make excuses.

Taoist Ancestor Kongming remained unmoved, argued based on reason, and did not yield an inch.

This didn't look like a conversation between a master and subject at all; it was more like a soft girl trying to skip an 8 AM class, while the teacher firmly refused to grant leave!

On the other side, Su Xiaoxiao was walking behind Palace Master Shangguan Waner, her steps slow and sluggish, her mind having long flown to the great hall.

She pricked up her ears, desperately trying to hear the negotiation between Lin Chen and Taoist Ancestor Kongming clearly, but they were getting further away, and the voices were becoming increasingly blurred.

Seeing this, Palace Master Shangguan Waner couldn't help but helplessly urge: "Su Xiaoxiao, what are you doing! It's time to return to the palace!"

"Coming, Palace Master!" Su Xiaoxiao hurriedly took small steps to catch up, but her heart was still itching.

She really wanted to know the final result…

However, as the two walked further away, the sound of the argument in the great hall finally disappeared from her ears completely.

Moxiang Pavilion.

The night was deep, quiet, and peaceful.

Palace Master Shangguan Waner sat upright in front of the dressing table in her boudoir; the lamp light flickered, reflecting her slender figure.

Su Xiaoxiao served obediently by her side, undoing her coiled hair, removing her jewelry, and changing her into a loose white nightgown; every move she made revealed respect and attentiveness.

After finishing all this, Su Xiaoxiao bowed slightly and said softly: "Palace Master, it is getting late, please rest early. Su Xiaoxiao will take her leave!"

Palace Master Shangguan Waner gave a light hum, rubbing her brows with a hint of fatigue: "Good, today has indeed been a bit tiring."

She paused, her tone casual yet carrying a bit of intimacy: "Tomorrow morning, I will arrange for you to become an official personal attendant."

Su Xiaoxiao was slightly taken aback, her mind calculating rapidly.

Become a personal attendant? Being watched every day? Then how will I cause trouble in the future?

"Being able to serve as the Palace Master's maid is already Su Xiaoxiao's greatest blessing; as for anything else, Su Xiaoxiao dare not hope for it. I only wish to be able to serve the Palace Master always."

These words were both appropriate and obedient, making Palace Master Shangguan Waner's mood even more pleasant.

She nodded with satisfaction, the corners of her mouth rising slightly, carrying a trace of a smile: "Su Xiaoxiao, you are truly sensible, making me like you even more. Come, come here."

Su Xiaoxiao was a bit confused, but still walked to Palace Master Shangguan Waner's side as instructed.

Palace Master Shangguan Waner gently pulled her hand and looked at her tenderly: "In the future, we will have plenty of time to spend together; I hope we can be like sisters."

As she said this, she gently planted a kiss on Su Xiaoxiao's forehead.

Su Xiaoxiao's cheeks flushed slightly, feeling a bit shy in her heart, but she still smiled sweetly: "Palace Master, Su Xiaoxiao will serve you well."

"Go down now, rest well, and come find me at dawn tomorrow."

Su Xiaoxiao respectfully withdrew, and several maids led her through the long corridor to the side hall of Moxiang Pavilion.

She looked around, and in an instant, she understood something.

This was not the living quarters for ordinary maids, but rooms specially arranged for attendants!

Obviously, the matter of her becoming a personal attendant was already set in stone; she couldn't escape it at all.

Fine, since that's the case…

Su Xiaoxiao shrugged, not overly resistant; after all, Palace Master Shangguan Waner was also a super great beauty!

Moreover, she could feel the goodwill and intimacy Palace Master Shangguan Waner had towards her.

That night, Su Xiaoxiao lay on the bed, Palace Master Shangguan Waner's gentle smile and that soft kiss appearing in her mind, the corners of her mouth unconsciously rising as she drifted into dreamland with a trace of sweetness.

At dawn the next day, Su Xiaoxiao tidied up her attire, looking pretty and elegant, and carried a basin of hot water to the front of Palace Master Shangguan Waner's boudoir.

She said softly: "Palace Master, it is time to get up."

"Come in, the door is unlocked."

Palace Master Shangguan Waner's lazy voice came from inside the room.

Su Xiaoxiao pushed the door and entered, only to see Palace Master Shangguan Waner wearing a loose white nightgown, her sleeves slightly rolled up, already sitting at the desk practicing calligraphy.

Her long, jet-black hair was scattered casually, and the nightgown was loose, revealing her delicate collarbones, a picture of laziness and nonchalance.