Chapter 688
Will there be a chapter 688?
The sun was nearing its zenith, and the warm sunlight streamed through the crystal roof, pouring down onto the disheveled bed and making the tiny glass beads on the canopy shimmer and sparkle.
The air was still filled with the lingering, ambiguous scent of sandalwood and flowers from last night.
Qian Renxue slowly woke up, feeling as if her body had been taken apart and then put back together.
She shifted slightly, gasped, and then realized that she was still firmly held in Dai Chengfeng's arms.
The man's strong arm was wrapped around her waist, the force neither too light nor too heavy, yet carrying an undeniable sense of possession.
She turned her head and saw Dai Chengfeng's sleeping face so close to hers.
The morning light outlined his strong features, and his usual sharpness and arrogance were much less pronounced in his sleep, revealing a rare sense of peace in his eyes.
However, the faint smile playing at the corners of her lips, in Qian Renxue's eyes, clearly carried a hint of satisfaction and mockery after "getting her way."
Thinking of this person's insatiable "revenge" and demands last night and until the first light of dawn this morning, Qian Renxue's cheeks flushed again, her heart filled with a mixture of shame, anger, and sweetness.
As if possessed, she opened her mouth and gently bit his well-defined shoulder, leaving a clear, faint red tooth mark.
"hiss……"
Dai Chengfeng winced in pain, his thick eyelashes trembled, and he slowly opened his eyes.
Those deep eyes held no trace of the drowsiness of someone just waking up; on the contrary, they were quite clear, indicating that he had already been awake for a while and was merely pretending to sleep.
He looked down at the embarrassed and annoyed expression on the person in his arms, and chuckled softly, his voice carrying the unique husky magnetism of early morning:
"What, Your Highness, is it that you feel last night's 'revenge' wasn't enough, and you want to get your revenge again?"
Qian Renxue blushed even more after he exposed her thoughts, so she buried her face in his chest and whispered:
"Who told you...who told you to go so far..."
Dai Chengfeng laughed loudly.
Instead of being annoyed, he tightened his grip on her arm, nuzzled his chin against her soft blonde hair, and spoke with a tone full of teasing and doting:
"Is this too much? It seems... I haven't taken enough revenge. I need to work harder."
"you……"
Qian Renxue was furious and was about to glare at him when she suddenly remembered something. She paused, her voice lowered, carrying a hint of hesitation and worry.
"Dai Chengfeng...we...like this...could we...get pregnant?"
She asked vaguely, but Dai Chengfeng understood her meaning instantly.
His smile deepened, and he leaned down to kiss her forehead, his tone light and even slightly expectant:
"You've got it? Isn't that even better?"
"What's so good about it!"
Qian Renxue suddenly looked up, glared at him, her beautiful eyes filled with anxiety and reproach, "You forgot?"
"I need to return to the Heaven Dou Empire to continue my undercover work as Xue Qinghe... If... if I really get pregnant, how... how will I maintain this identity?"
When the topic of infiltration missions came up, her expression became serious and complicated.
She had poured countless efforts and endured so many years for this plan, and she absolutely could not let it all fall apart at this crucial moment.
Looking at the stubbornness in her eyes, Dai Chengfeng put away his joking expression and his gaze became deep and serious.
He reached out and gently stroked her slightly furrowed brow with his fingertips, saying in a deep voice:
"Xue'er, do you really still think there's any point in continuing to infiltrate Tiandou?"
Qian Renxue was taken aback, and subconsciously retorted:
"How can it be meaningless? This is a grand plan of the Spirit Hall, and it's also Grandpa's wish..."
“That was before.” Dai Chengfeng interrupted her, his tone resolute. “Things are different now.”
With your talent, coupled with the legacy of the Angel God, the path to godhood is far more meaningful and faster than the intrigue and deceit of the Heavenly Court.
He sat up, his gaze fixed intently on her, his words carrying a sharp, insightful understanding of the situation:
"Have you ever thought about it? Even if you successfully seize the throne of the Heavenly Dou Empire, it will still only be the power of a mortal empire."
Once you become a god, all the rules and power on this continent will be as insignificant as ants and dust in your eyes.
At that time, whether the Heavenly Dou Empire survives or perishes will be entirely up to you.
Trading the time it would take to become a god for a mortal throne—it's a losing proposition no matter how you look at it.
Qian Renxue was deeply shaken by his words and had to admit that Dai Chengfeng's analysis was incisive and hit the nail on the head.
She had thought about this issue before, but her long-held obsession and the huge sunk costs she had invested made it difficult for her to give it up.
She pursed her lips and whispered, "But...it's been so many years..."
"Precisely because so many years have passed, it is even more important to cut losses in time and turn to more valuable goals."
Dai Chengfeng grasped her hand firmly, "Xue'er, your stage is the vast and boundless realm of gods, not the small court of the Heavenly Dou Empire."
Instead of wasting energy playing a fake identity that will be abandoned sooner or later, it's better to devote all your energy to cultivation and inherit the angelic position as soon as possible.
Once they become gods, who on this continent would dare to say no to the Spirit Hall?
Your infiltration mission is a joke in the face of absolute power; it's completely unnecessary.
He paused, his tone softening, with a hint of seduction and encouragement: "Believe me, giving up your infiltration and focusing on becoming a god is the most beneficial choice for you and for the Spirit Hall."
As for the Heavenly Dou Empire...
When you return as a god, if it behaves itself, why not spare its life?
If it becomes restless, it can be reduced to ashes in the blink of an eye.
Qian Renxue fell silent, her beautiful eyes flashing, clearly indicating an intense internal struggle.
Dai Chengfeng's words were like a key, unlocking the door in her heart that had always been tightly closed, a door to another possibility.
She had to admit that he was absolutely right.
Their infiltration of the Heavenly Dou realm was a means to seize control of the empire at minimal cost and pave the way for the future of the Spirit Hall.
But if she possessed god-level power, such roundabout methods would indeed seem superfluous and laughable.
Power is ultimately the most fundamental law of this world.
"I...I need to think about it."
After a long silence, she finally spoke, her voice somewhat hoarse, but her eyes were no longer as determined and persistent as before in her infiltration.
After all, Dai Chengfeng offered a more direct and brighter path to success.
Seeing that her attitude had softened, Dai Chengfeng knew that his goal had been achieved, so he stopped pressing her and nodded with a smile.
"Okay, take your time to think about it."
Whatever decision you ultimately make, I will support you.
He lowered his head and lightly pecked her lips, then rolled out of bed and deftly put on an outer robe.
"I'll ask the shopkeeper to prepare some food. You've been busy all night and half a day, so you must be hungry too."
Watching his tall figure disappear through the doorway, Qian Renxue stood there lost in thought, her heart filled with mixed emotions. (End of Chapter)