"Who? The Titan Snow Demon King?"
Surprise colored Chen Jue's voice, and his gaze involuntarily deepened.
At his words, the Ice Empress parted her crimson lips and nodded slightly, her movements exuding an indescribable nobility and composure.
"I thought he would come tomorrow. He's injured too, after all. I didn't expect him to be this impatient!"
With that, her delicate brows knitted slightly, and a trace of worry flashed through her eyes.
Although her strength had recovered, once war broke out, her clansmen would inevitably suffer considerable harm.
That was something she did not want to see.
Chen Jue keenly caught the subtle shift in her mood and chuckled, teasing her.
"That just shows how charming you are. Hahaha!"
The Ice Empress could not help curling her lips into a smile before turning serious again.
"You're still joking at a time like this!"
Chen Jue gently waved a hand, an unquestionable resolve shining in his eyes.
"I know what you're worried about. Relax. With me here, your clansmen won't die!"
The Ice Empress parted her crimson lips but said nothing, merely pressing those enticing lips together.
An unreadable mix of emotions flashed through her eyes-gratitude, perhaps, or trust, mingled with a barely perceptible hint of shyness.
[Ding! Ice Empress: 30+2+2+2+2+2]
That subtle change vanished in an instant. She swiftly composed herself, donned that icy armor once more, and regained her usual cold demeanor.
"Let's go!"
With that, the Ice Empress stepped out first, her movements light and graceful.
Chen Jue remained where he stood, a gentle smile curving his lips.
The Ice Empress was pretty cute when she got shy.
She looked nice when she smiled, too!
Outside.
Atop a towering peak blanketed in pristine snow, the Titan Snow Demon King stood proudly.
His figure resembled an