Li Qingyue almost choked on her words by Su Chen's remark; all the prepared remarks she had made were completely disrupted.
"Offer yourself in return!?"
She glanced at Su Chen, thinking it wasn't impossible. Her original goal was to curry favor with Su Chen. According to her aunt, Su Chen could produce over 10 billion top-grade Immortal Crystal at once, so he must be someone of considerable importance. If she could get his help, the Imperial Throne would definitely be his.
Because the current emperor of the Nine Stars Empire is a woman, there are no restrictions on whether the emperor is an Imperial Prince or a nobleman. As long as one is capable, he or she can become the next emperor.
Rumor has it that the Empress is about to break through to the Immortal Venerable Realm, after which she will go into seclusion, and is therefore choosing a suitable successor.
Among the many Imperial Prince and Princess, her foundation was very weak, and she could only rely on Li Ruoxin. Those who were slightly stronger all had several Immortal King powerhouse behind them.
Therefore, she had no choice but to find another way.
At first, she was somewhat averse to selling her body, but after seeing Su Chen, she realized that it wasn't entirely unacceptable.
Because Su Chen gave her a very good feeling.
However, Su Chen's directness still left her somewhat at a loss for words.
"Young master, this..."
Su Chen's lips curled into a slight smile. He took two steps forward, almost touching Li Qingyue, and said, "What, you don't want to? I saved your life."
Feeling the masculine scent emanating from her, Li Qingyue's face immediately flushed.
At this moment, Su Chen suddenly spoke up with a smile, "Just kidding, but as payment, you'd better treat me to a meal."
Li Qingyue breathed a sigh of relief and quickly nodded, "Okay."
Her voice was clear and crisp, without the affected sweetness of a typical young woman, but also without being overly forceful; it was rather balanced. It was precisely this balance that made Li Qingyue's voice so pleasant to listen to.
The two arrived at a Restaurant in the Imperial City. Li Qingyue found a private room and ordered a large table of dishes to entertain Su Chen.
Seeing her like that, Su Chen couldn't help but shake his head.
He acted like that before, but what he's doing now is completely out of character. Isn't he just giving himself away way too obviously?
However, Li Qingyue seemed completely unaware.
She took off her straw hat, tossed her hair, and was about to speak when she noticed Su Chen staring intently at her. Li Qingyue blushed.
"Young master, is there something on my face?"
"No."
Su Chen smiled and shook his head.
The two remained mostly silent after that. Li Qingyue occasionally spoke, but Su Chen always responded calmly.
The food was served, and the two ate quietly.
This made Li Qingyue a little anxious. Was she just too unattractive? Why hadn't she reacted at all?
Or am I just too conservative?
Thinking of this, Li Qingyue looked up at Su Chen, a hint of curiosity in her eyes. Was he really as powerful as her aunt had described? He only seemed to be at the Profound Immortal Stage realm.
After some hesitation, Li Qingyue decided to trust her aunt.
Li Ruoxin treats her very well and would never lie to her. Since she said that, there must be no problem.
Thinking of this, Li Qingyue took a deep breath, bit her red lips, and asked with some curiosity:
"Young master, what kind of girl do you like?"
Ah?
Su Chen raised his head slightly, his eyes filled with surprise. This girl was so direct?
Although their contact was brief, he could sense that Li Qingyue seemed rather naive and lacked cunning.
Li Ruoxin is a member of the Imperial Family, and this person is likely also Imperial Family. Could it be that Li Ruoxin wants him to come to her side for self-protection?
Su Chen was aware of the intense infighting within the Imperial Family.
Su Chen didn't bother with beating around the bush; he simply stood up and sat down next to Li Qingyue: "What if I said I liked you just the way you are?"
Since everyone knows that Li Qingyue's goal is to get closer to him, then he should just grant her wish.
Ah!
Li Qingyue was stunned. She hadn't expected Su Chen to be so bold. From childhood to adulthood, all the men she had met had been extremely polite and courteous to her. How could someone approach her like this right off the bat?
However, while she was in a daze, Su Chen reached out and put his arm around her waist, then said with a smile:
What does Miss Qingyue think?
Li Qingyue felt her whole body tense up, an indescribable feeling welling up inside her—excitement? thrill? or shame?
She tried to break free, but found it difficult.
Li Qingyue didn't react, but Su Chen's hands became increasingly bold. He smiled and asked, "Did Li Ruoxin send you?"
Li Qingyue's expression changed instantly, and she looked at Su Chen beside her in disbelief.
How did you know?
As soon as she finished speaking, she realized she had said the wrong thing, and then looked at Su Chen with a worried expression.
Su Chen was almost amused by this silly, dazed woman.
"What did she send you here for?"
Li Qingyue stammered. She was naturally embarrassed to say that her aunt had sent her here to seduce Su Chen, but what excuse could she use?
After thinking for a moment, her eyes suddenly lit up, and she said:
"My aunt thinks you're a genius and wants me to get to know you."
Aunt?
She really is Royal Family.
At this moment, Li Qingyue was completely unaware that a hand was constantly stroking her waist. Perhaps she noticed it, but because her mind was elsewhere, she was too preoccupied to pay attention.
Is that really the case?
Su Chen asked with some curiosity.
Li Qingyue said with a serious expression, "Really... ah!"
She gasped in surprise as something large and soft covered her chest. Looking down, she saw that Su Chen's hand had somehow slipped inside her clothes.
Li Qingyue's body went limp immediately. Her face turned extremely red. She tried to break free, but she couldn't muster any strength at all.
"Think it over carefully. Are you sure there aren't any other options?"
Su Chen's voice sounded somewhat serious. Li Qingyue was so anxious she was about to cry. She quickly said, "My aunt said you are exceptionally strong, and following you will definitely bring me countless benefits. Maybe you can even help me seize the Imperial Throne. It's that simple. Please take your hand out..."
She was truly helpless. Not only was she unable to exert any strength, but she also discovered that Su Chen was not just at the Immortal Stage realm. When facing Su Chen, Li Qingyue was completely unable to resist and could not escape from Su Chen's grasp.
If Su Chen is truly willing to be with her and help her, then it wouldn't matter if she took advantage of him.
The key issue is that I haven't gained any benefits, and I've even lost my virginity. This is a huge loss.
From childhood to adulthood, no man had ever touched her body, not even with his hand, yet today Su Chen had touched that part of her body.