His martial uncle had been coaxed into becoming an "embryo" by a few words of praise from Empress Helian.
Then there was his son, holding the Barbarian Emperor Token and the Barbarian God's essence blood.
Without even asking his opinion, the boy had already started calling her "Godmother."
Gu Lingxiao felt thoroughly exasperated and was just about to say something.
Helian Na turned around and gazed at him with eyes full of wistful reproach and affection.
"Ling Xiao, I've only just regained control of the Holy Clan, and there are still many affairs awaiting my attention, so I won't stay any longer.
"Keep these healing pills. Once you've recovered, remember to come see me."
Taking the opportunity as she handed Gu Lingxiao the pills, Helian Na gently scratched his palm again.
She cast him a flirtatious glance before reluctantly bidding farewell and leaving.
"My dear niece, we won't see you out!" Mo Nancang waved.
"Godmother... take care." Gu Chenfeng struggled to move his lips.
Once Helian Na had left the valley.
"Have you two had enough?" Gu Lingxiao finally erupted.
Mo Nancang chuckled.
"When did you get involved with this Barbarian Tribe empress, brat?
"Tsk, tsk... it seems I still underestimated your methods.
"You don't merely want an alliance with the Barbarian Tribe. You want to become the Barbarian Emperor outright! Admirable, truly admirable."
"Martial Uncle, stop making fun of me," Gu Lingxiao said irritably.
"Back then, to persuade Helian Na to join forces with me and kill Huyan Nushan, I spent a little more time with her. Who knew she would... latch onto me?
"There's nothing improper between us, absolutely none of what you're imagining."
At this, Mo Nancang's face filled with disdain.
"Oh... I understand. To achieve your goal, you used your good looks to seduce her and