From Cold Palace Princess to Heavenly Empress

A brown pill lay quietly in the brocade box, emitting a faint halo from its surface. Just taking a whiff made one feel as if their cultivation had increased.

Of course, this was merely an illusion. A mere Profound-tier pill didn't possess such miraculous efficacy.

Lin Wanqiu naturally recognized it. This was the item the Chen family had produced last night, attempting to extort her into marriage with it: the Essence Replenishing Pill.

At this moment, Lin Wanqiu's expression was complex, her pupils holding emotions that words could not describe.

Did Your Highness destroy the Chen family and seek the pill all for me...?

Of course, she couldn't voice this thought, but were there any other possibilities?

Seeing Lin Wanqiu staring blankly at the pill, Xiao Minghuang gently reminded her:

"Wanqiu, please accept this pill!"

"This... isn't it inappropriate?"

Lin Wanqiu felt a little embarrassed. Xiao Minghuang had only known her for a few days, yet she was willing to give her such a precious pill.

Just how much does Your Highness like me?

Xiao Minghuang smiled:

"What's inappropriate between us? Hurry and accept it. This pill should have some effect on your blocked meridians. Don't you want to increase your strength?"

"Increase my strength..."

Hearing this, Lin Wanqiu's expression faltered, and she quickly understood.

Her meridians were congenitally blocked, preventing her from breaking through to the Qi Refining Realm. Xiao Minghuang, on the other hand, possessed extraordinary talent and world-shattering acumen, showing potential for the Spirit Seed Realm.

With Xiao Minghuang's talent, it wouldn't be long before she far surpassed her.

By then, even if Xiao Minghuang still harbored feelings for her.

What right would she, a mere weakling in the Body Tempering Realm, have to openly...

Thinking of this, Lin Wanqiu's nose stung, and tears welled up in her eyes, almost falling.

Seeing her hesitate to accept the pill and instead tear up, Xiao Minghuang was confused. She couldn't stand to see pretty girls sad and upset. She quickly put an arm around Lin Wanqiu's shoulders and said softly:

"Wanqiu, what's troubling you? I'm here by your side, and I can definitely help you. Don't be afraid! Whatever difficulties you face, we'll face them together!"

Hearing these words, Lin Wanqiu was even more moved. She burst into tears, burying her head in Xiao Minghuang's embrace, and cried her heart out.

She had lost her mother at a young age and was raised by her father. She had never experienced the care of an older woman.

Xiao Minghuang's gentleness now felt like that of her mother.

"Wuwuwu..."

Xiao Minghuang's eyes were filled with confusion, completely unaware of why Lin Wanqiu was suddenly so heartbroken.

She gently stroked Lin Wanqiu's back, saying nothing.

After a while, Lin Wanqiu finally pulled away from Xiao Minghuang's embrace, took out a handkerchief from her sleeve, and gently wiped her tear-filled eyes.

Seeing that she had calmed down, Xiao Minghuang teased:

"Mmm..."

"Wanqiu, have you cried enough?"

Lin Wanqiu lowered her head slightly, her voice choked with emotion, and nodded. She didn't dare to meet Xiao Minghuang's eyes, but she inadvertently noticed a wet patch on the other's chest.

Her cheeks flushed, and a look of embarrassment appeared in her eyes.

"Your Highness, shall I help you take off your clothes?"

"???"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Minghuang's eyes widened in surprise.

"What are you doing? Why should I take off my clothes?"

Seeing Xiao Minghuang's expression, Lin Wanqiu knew she had misunderstood and quickly explained:

"Your Highness's clothes are dirty. I want to take them off, wash them clean, and then return them to you."

Xiao Minghuang looked down as if in agreement and indeed saw a wet patch on her chest, likely from Lin Wanqiu's tears.

"Alright then."

Xiao Minghuang nodded and followed Lin Wanqiu into the room.

Next, Lin Wanqiu helped her remove her outer robe, revealing a snow-white, thin inner garment. In the brightly lit room, one could faintly glimpse the tender skin hidden beneath.

Lin Wanqiu placed the pill on the table, took Xiao Minghuang's outer robe, and went into the inner room. A moment later, she emerged holding a brand-new dress.

She spread the garment open with her arms. It was a fiery red dress, embroidered with gold thread along the edges, with a soaring phoenix in the center. The sleeves and hem were adorned with moon-white cloud patterns, and various other patterns were embroidered elsewhere, making it look exquisite.

"Your Highness, what do you think of this one?"

Xiao Minghuang wasn't very knowledgeable about fashion or had particular preferences. She always wore whatever Ye Ruoshui chose for her.

Now, Lin Wanqiu had presented a dress of a completely different style, offering a novel experience.

"Okay."

With Xiao Minghuang's agreement, Lin Wanqiu cheerfully helped her change.

In a short while, Xiao Minghuang had finished changing.

Lin Wanqiu brought over a full-length mirror.

Xiao Minghuang stood before the mirror and saw a young girl in red clothes and white robes reflected in it. Her black hair cascaded like a waterfall, her skin was like snow, and she was radiant and charming, full of youthful prettiness and allure.

Regarding her own appearance, Xiao Minghuang had initially been amazed, often sighing at her own beauty.

But after seeing it often, she grew accustomed to it and felt her looks were ordinary, losing interest.

However, changing into this outfit today truly made her seem like a different person, giving off a completely new vibe.

"It seems I should change my clothes more often from now on."

A slight smile curved Xiao Minghuang's lips, a hint of amusement flickering in her eyes as she nodded.

When she turned back to look at Lin Wanqiu.

She saw the other girl gazing at her with an adoring expression, as if she were about to leap up and into her heart at any moment.

"Ahem!"

A sudden cough startled Lin Wanqiu, who had been lost in the contemplation of Xiao Minghuang's peerless beauty, causing her small face to flush.

Of course, Lin Wanqiu couldn't be entirely blamed. Before this, Xiao Minghuang had given off an aura of elegant grace and noble detachment, like an empress reigning above mortals.

But after changing her clothes, she gave off a completely different impression, as if she had transformed from a lofty empress into a charming young girl just coming into her own.

How could anyone not be astonished by such a change?

Regardless of what others might think, Lin Wanqiu was certainly amazed.

This is a male-protagonist novel! This is a male-protagonist novel! This is a male-protagonist novel! Important things are said three times!

Myriad Spirit Masters: I Contracted Keqing

A pure wish-fulfillment novel, where the protagonist slaughters everything. The author says they will soon focus on the Teyvat storyline. Families who like Genshin Impact and wish-fulfillment novels can check it out.

Bai Yang transmigrated to a world where anyone could contract spirits. Spirit Masters were the most respected profession in this world.

But why did everyone else's spirits turn out to be divine turtles, phoenixes, or great dogs, while his spirit was Keqing?!

What? A Genshin Impact character development system? Drawing EXP books and materials can raise the spirit's level and combat power?

Never mind then.

"A-Qing, the two of us are definitely going to slaughter everything."

Electro Slime Spirit: ?

Lin Wanqiu's face was full of adoration, which Xiao Minghuang noticed, making her feel quite helpless.

"We're both girls, and I'm just a little bit prettier, it's not like I'm that astonishing, is it?"

She thought to herself, walked up to Lin Wanqiu, gently patted her shoulder, and sighed softly:

"Wanqiu, I came to see you this time not only to give you pills but also to ask for your thoughts on something."

Her gentle, clear voice carried a faint scent of orchids. Lin Wanqiu subconsciously sniffed the air, intoxicated by the fragrance, unable to extricate herself.

"Your Highness, please ask. I will tell you everything I know!"

Lin Wanqiu looked up and said with utmost seriousness.

"That's good. This matter concerns the lifelong commitment between you and me. You must consider it carefully and cautiously. You can think it over thoroughly before giving me your reply."

Upon hearing this, Lin Wanqiu's expression froze, and then her fair little face quickly turned rosy. The corners of her mouth curved upwards uncontrollably, and her eyes shone with irrepressible joy.

"I am willing!"

Xiao Minghuang raised her delicate eyebrows, finding it strange:

"I haven't even asked, and you're already willing?"

Lin Wanqiu smiled, playing coy. Her eyes held a hint of shyness and seven parts allure. She lowered her head slightly and whispered:

"Your Highness, why are you asking what you already know? I get shy too!"

Xiao Minghuang was confused, feeling that Lin Wanqiu might have misunderstood something.

"Wanqiu, I wanted to ask if you are willing to return to the capital with me to cultivate?"

Hearing this, Lin Wanqiu's fluttering heart suddenly stilled, and the joyful expression froze on her face.

Disbelief flickered in her eyes as she asked:

"Your Highness just wanted to ask this?"

Xiao Minghuang retorted:

"What else would it be?"

Lin Wanqiu sighed helplessly. She had just thought Xiao Minghuang wanted to discuss when they would get married, and she had been incredibly excited. To her disappointment, it was all for naught.

However, being able to accompany her to the capital was also a great thing.

"I've thought it over carefully. I'm willing to follow Your Highness to the capital."

Xiao Minghuang nodded slightly. Lin Wanqiu's reaction was within her expectations, but she still solemnly asked again:

"Since you've agreed, it's for life. You can't go back on your word!"

Hearing this, Lin Wanqiu's heart trembled. She immediately raised her right hand, fingers pointing to the sky, and said earnestly:

"I, Lin Wanqiu, swear that in this life, I will never leave Xiao Minghuang. If I break this oath, may lightning strike me..."

Lin Wanqiu had only spoken half of her oath when a warm, jade-like hand covered her red lips, stopping her from continuing.

Xiao Minghuang smiled, stroking Lin Wanqiu's head, and said gently:

"Wanqiu, you don't need to do this. I believe you."

If she didn't believe Lin Wanqiu, she wouldn't have asked that question just now.

With Xiao Minghuang's warm hand on her head, Lin Wanqiu's heart pounded. Her cheeks flushed red as she realized she seemed to have said something significant just now.

But then she thought, what she had said was nowhere near as significant as the sweet words Xiao Minghuang had spoken.

At this very moment.

Xiao Minghuang suddenly took out a storage bag from her embrace. Without further explanation, she directly stuffed it into Lin Wanqiu's hand.

Lin Wanqiu held the storage bag, looking confused and at a loss.

Xiao Minghuang smiled: