Above all spirits

Chapter 120 Take care of yourself

“If it weren’t for his good relationship with the Crimson God Guardian General, the General and I would have had a good relationship as well.”

"Furthermore, my own strength is quite outstanding, so I'm not afraid of being laughed at by Gu Moshi. If it weren't for marriage, and with Xiaoqian by my side, I'm confident that I would already be at the ninth level of the Holy Body!"

"If anyone disagrees, I'll beat them one by one until they submit!"

Gu Yun raised an eyebrow slightly; they really were mother and daughter.

Judging from Su Xiaoqian's age, the empress in front of her should be in her early fifties.

A Saint Body Ninth Rank cultivator in his early fifties is indeed a top genius.

Furthermore, this woman does not have any outstanding background.

Their fortune is certainly beyond the reach of ordinary people.

"Sigh, it's only because I'm currently at the eighth level of the Holy Body that I'm neither high nor low enough, which is why there are no big problems but so many small ones. However, I am indeed a more suitable candidate at the moment, which is why I haven't been completely overturned."

"But I feel that might not be the case anytime soon."

"So Xiaoqian must understand."

"unless..."

The Empress gave Gu Yun a meaningful look.

Gu Yun gave an awkward laugh.

He spoke calmly, as if stating a fact.

"The Empress has said so much, probably for the purpose of what I'm about to say. Tell me your thoughts first, but don't count on me too much, I have enough accomplices at my feet."

"Su Xiaoqian and I are destined to be together, but the Crimson Flame Empire may not be."

"I am a demon."

A glint of light flashed in the Empress's eyes, and she said casually.

"But you are a demon with a soul, capable of appearing on the other side. How can you be confused with other demons?"

Gu Yun's blood-red eyes instantly filled with coldness as he looked coldly at the Empress.

"Is the Empress threatening me?"

"I advise you not to be so clever."

"you."

“Not qualified.”

Golden arcs of electricity danced merrily in his blood-red eyes, as if anticipating the arrival of a battle.

A terrifying sense of oppression enveloped Su Qingyu's entire body.

This was Gu Yun's warning.

Su Qingyu was, after all, an emperor. Although the pressure that Gu Yun deliberately released surprised her a little, because she knew very well that this pressure exceeded the limits of the Holy Body, she did not lose her composure.

chuckled.

"You flatter me, Master Gu. I am already the target of everyone's criticism. I wouldn't be surprised if the throne were to be handed over to someone else tomorrow."

"How could I dare to provoke an immortal innate expert again? Not to mention me, even the Crimson Flame Empire can't afford to offend him."

"Rest assured, Master Gu, if such rumors spread outside, you can blame me."

Gu Yun narrowed his eyes.

This woman is indeed fit to be an emperor.

He never referred to himself as "the Emperor" in his speech, and he maintained his composure even in the face of danger.

Magnanimity, courage, wisdom, and humility.

If someone were to take over, that would be a real misfortune for Chi Yan.

Su Qingyu continued.

"As for troubling Envoy Gu, if the Crimson Flame War breaks out one day, I hope you can take care of Xiaoqian. Her identity is too sensitive. But if it's aimed at me, everyone will think of her."

"At that time, I was afraid I was unable to guarantee her safety."

Gu Yun thought for a moment and replied.

"This is no easy task."

"It could even be described as somewhat troublesome."

"I can only say that if I were in the human realm, I could help you protect her for a few days, but if I am not in the human realm or even in the lower realm, I'm afraid I can't help you."

Su Qingyu sighed.

"grateful."

"That's good."

"If that's the case, then it's Xiaoqian's own fate."

"By the way, for this Star Realm Assembly, would it be alright if you and your friends stayed at the royal residence together? You can attend the assembly with us, and we will make sure everything is taken care of."

"Let me be a good host."

"If there is anything else that Envoy Gu needs, please feel free to ask, and we will do our best to meet it within our authority."

Gu Yun smiled.

"Aren't you worried about losing everything if you're in such a rush to invest?"

"After all, I am a demon. You give me the benefits first, and then ask me to fulfill a promise. Isn't that a bit too much to ask?"

Su Qingyu smiled in return.

"Gu Moshi is joking."

"I believe in those whom Xiaoqian believes in."

"At worst, I'll lose everything along with the Ji family. It's not bad to have someone to confide in."

Gu Yun chuckled, not replying to Su Qingyu's words. Although the coldness in his eyes had faded, it still retained a hint of indifference. He stood up, showing his desire to end the conversation through his actions.

Empress Crimson Flame also realized Gu Yun's refusal, but she also stood up to express her apology.

Gu Yun said she really didn't like dealing with this kind of person; they were too cunning.

A single sentence can convey multiple meanings.

Talking is too tiring.

Compared to Su Qingyu, he preferred the personalities of Su Xiaoqian and Ji Ning.

Although their naiveté can sometimes cause trouble.

It caused them some trouble.

But such people don't say one thing to your face and another behind your back.

This is why they are willing to provide some assistance.

Ji Xiao was the same; his sword intent had already conveyed it to Gu Yun.

As for Su Qingyu in front of us?

Clearly, she is not that kind of person.

Or rather, such a person could not become an emperor, and an emperor would not allow such a personality.

Having said that!

but.

Imperial status?

Stunning beauty?

Or perhaps other resources and interests?

It is a pity.

None of these things will bind Gu Yun in the slightest.

He will only do what he pleases.

If things don't go well, then don't contact them.

I had been thinking about whether we could cooperate with the Crimson Flame Empire, but it seems I was overthinking it.

If things are like this even with Su Xiaoqian around, then what about others?

now.

All empires have been blacklisted in Gu Yun's mind.

The shadow crept up from his heels and instantly enveloped Gu Yun's entire body.

In the blink of an eye, they vanished without a trace within the library.

Only a few words remain, echoing here.

"Su Qingyu".

"You are quite good, but while you are suited to be an emperor, you are not suited to be a friend."

"Farewell."

"I address you as Empress only out of respect for Su Xiaoqian."

"Whatever your schemes are, they are none of my business, and I will not interfere, but don't involve the people around me."

"Otherwise, you will bear the consequences."

"Good luck."

"Do it."

...

Su Qingyu breathed a long sigh of relief; the weight on her heart finally lifted the moment Gu Yun left.

He slowly walked back to his office seat, muttering to himself.

"Just promise to protect Xiaoqian."

"Just this one thing will suffice."

"Nothing else matters..."

Just as I sat down, a gentle breeze swept by.

A red light swirled around him, and a woman dressed in black and red appeared quietly, kneeling on one knee.

"Empress, please don't put yourself in danger again next time."

“That demon envoy was different from the others I’ve encountered. If his aura wasn’t just a bluff, his strength was rather exaggerated. If he wanted to kill you, I couldn’t stop him.”

Su Qingyu said without surprise.

"Jing, what if you wanted to kill the people around him?"

The woman in black and red, called Jing, nodded and then shook her head.

Finally, let me be frank.

"If one lacks skill but possesses high cultivation level, then there is a chance, but..."

"What if the heavens intervene?"

Seeing the silent Jing Su, she gently fanned herself with her hand, already having the answer in her heart, and whispered.

"Okay, I understand. You can leave first."

"Is it beyond our control...?"

"Then forget it. Even if the Heavenly General makes a move, the outcome is still uncertain."

"Then we can only let him go with the flow."

"More variables are better than no hope at all."