Chapter 273: Chapter 152: The Princess’s Lingering Thoughts

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“You have improved a lot in strength. I remember four years ago when you were still a novice practicing a low-level soul skill on the deck…” Princess Jinrou looked at Chu Mu with a calm expression on her face.

“Yeah.” Chu Mu nodded indifferently. Four years ago, he could only look up to the Princess, and now, he finally stood on the same battlefield with her. Although he was only at the Second Stage, it already indicated that it wouldn’t be long before he could surpass her…

“I will continue to keep the matter of MO Ye a secret for you. Xia Guanghan has disappeared, and he won’t show up for at least two years. Even if he does, I can guarantee that you won’t be persecuted by him…” Princess Jinrou said.

“And then what?” Chu Mu believed that Princess Jinrou had a pure heart, as could be seen from her affection for both the Little Ice Fox and MO Ye. However, he was certain that her identity would force her to pursue fame and profits. If she was willing to keep his secret, there must be conditions attached.

“Continue to be my close bodyguard and assist me in the World Decision. If successful, your position in the Nightmare Demon Palace will be higher than Xia Guanghan. I can also forget about that night’s incident…” Princess Jinrou said.

Chu Mu was stunned. He didn’t expect Princess Jinrou to say such words.

It was a dream of every young expert to be invited by such a beautiful princess. After all, who wouldn’t be interested in a woman who possessed both beauty and strength? Who wouldn’t want to become her close bodyguard, accompanying her on her adventures throughout the world?

Almost everyone knew that the young men who served as the Princess’s guards were being groomed as powerful generals under her command. They were potential candidates for the World Decision, and if they gained the Princess’s approval, they would undoubtedly become famous in the future. The glory they would obtain was beyond anything that could be achieved in the small West Region.

Only two young experts had ever been personally invited by the Princess, both of whom were already famous, and their stories were legendary in the soul pet field.

Now, Chu Mu was honored to be the third person to be invited by Princess Jinrou, a recognition that placed him at the pinnacle of achievement. After all, those who could join hands with the Little Princess of the Nightmare Demon Palace were undoubtedly exceptional among their peers!

Chu Mu stood there quietly, his gaze slightly surprised as he looked at the Princess. From her eyes, he could see sincerity and appreciation, as well as other complicated emotions…

However, Chu Mu felt more than just honored by the Princess’s appreciation. He also felt a strange emotion. As a holy and noble princess, had she really overlooked his past transgressions and invited the man who had both kidnapped and insulted her to join her? Was this kindness and tolerance, or worldly wisdom and shrewdness?

Chu Mu’s fondness for Princess Jinrou began four years ago when she was beautiful, melancholy, elegant, and kind. Perhaps that was just the tip of the iceberg in terms of her character, or perhaps she had matured over the years.

Chu Mu also knew that there was no way he could truly catch the Princess’s attention or win her affection due to the vast difference in their social status.

The only reason she overlooked their past issues was likely because of the strength and potential he had demonstrated now, and also possibly because of Liu Binglan’s appearance, which had added a layer of protection to Chu Mu…

“If there’s anything you want, you can tell me, and I’ll try my best to satisfy you.” Seeing Chu Mu hesitating, Princess Jinrou floated a faint smile on her face, and said to him.

“There’s only one thing that interests me about the Nightmare Demon Palace…” Chu Mu sorted out his emotions and slowly said to the Princess, facing her directly.

“As long as you are willing to join my team, I will try my best to give it to you.” Princess Jinrou didn’t even ask what Chu Mu was interested in. Perhaps with her status and position, there was nothing in the Nightmare Demon Palace that was beyond her reach.

“You.” Chu Mu said.

“Me?” Princess Jinrou was slightly stunned.

“Yeah,” Chu Mu nodded.

Princess Jinrou certainly didn’t expect Chu Mu to be so direct, her eyes already drifting away.

“I can only say that if you go along with me, step by step reaching the pinnacle of power and strength, the possibility may be greater,” Princess Jinrou said discretely.

“Thank you for your kindness, Princess Jinrou. I appreciate it.” Chu Mu said lightly.

“You don’t want to?” Princess Jinrou’s eyes furrowed slightly, and her gaze no longer avoided Chu Mu, but looked at him directly.

“No, I have a casual personality and prefer my freedom,” Chu Mu replied.

“Then what’s the point of your question earlier?” Princess Jinrou’s tone grew colder.

“Nothing, just expressing my admiration. ” Chu Mu said.

It was the first time that Princess Jinrou had seen anyone express admiration so casually, as if they were just saying it in passing. However, knowing Chu Mu’s personality, she was aware that he wouldn’t dare tease her in such a

manner.

“So, can I understand it as: liking and possessing are two different things, and you only like, but don’t want to possess…” Princess Jinrou’s words were very sharp, as she calmly and composedly exposed Chu Mu’s inner thoughts.

Chu Mu nodded his head. Princess Jinrou stood too high, and even without consciously rejecting others from afar, her actions inadvertently excluded others, always maintaining her noble princess attitude…

“I understand.” Princess Jinrou also nodded her head, and her eyes gradually changed. “Jinrou is just a woman without the so-called scheming and tolerance of others, and she harbors grudges. In that case, we should settle the matter of the previous kidnapping!”

As soon as her voice fell, the demon flame on the White Demon Princess suddenly burned, transforming into a chilling cold aura that rushed towards Chu Mu!

As if her soul had ascended, the White Demon Princess’s aura grew wildly. She directly broke through the seventh-rank threshold and jumped into the eighth-rank realm. The surging demon flames were like a terrifying demon swaying a frightening magic shadow, looking down on Chu Mu and his soul pet!

Arrogant and wild, the White Demon Princess’s strength instantly jumped to the eighth rank, causing everyone to shudder again!!

Eighth rank Lord, the unparalleled true king!

As expected, Princess Jinrou’s tolerance hadn’t reached the level of a monster. Chu Mu’s previous kidnapping clearly angered her, yet she had been restraining her anger all along.

Chu Mu was not afraid of the Princess’s eighth-rank Lord, or rather, from the beginning, Chu Mu knew that Princess Jinrou’s White Nightmare Demon had been hiding its strength. After all, four years ago, Princess Jinrou’s White Nightmare Demon had already reached the fifth rank. So, how could it be only a seventh rank now?

“Chirp-———” The White Devil let out a very reluctant sound, but under Chu Mu’s command, the White Devil had no choice but to merge into Chu Mu’s body.

Half-Demon!

Only the half-demon Chu Mu could compete against the eighth-rank White Demon Princess!

As the White Demon Princess’s aura increased instantly, overshadowing everything, it greatly surprised Princess Jinrou that Chu Mu’s body similarly surged with an extremely wild and evil strength. This force was even no less inferior to her eighth-rank Lord White Nightmare Demon!

Liu Binglan had already warned Princess Jinrou, and Princess Jinrou also knew that Chu Mu’s identity was not simple. So, Princess Jinrou didn’t really want to fight with Chu Mu any longer. By letting the White Demon Princess show her true strength, she intended to deter Chu Mu and resolve her grudge from the last kidnapping.

However, what Princess Jinrou found hard to believe was that within Chu Mu’s body and soul, there was an even stronger and more terrifying force surging. She was certain that as soon as the eighth-rank White Demon Princess launched an attack, Chu Mu’s hidden, unknown aura would fully erupt!

Feeling the chilling force within Chu Mu’s body, Princess Jinrou suddenly realized it might be the true power that Chu Mu used to defeat Xia Guanghan. She then stepped back, commanding the White Demon Princess to retract her aura, and dissolve her aggressive posture!

The white charm demon flame gradually faded from her body, withdrawn into her body, and the White Devil’s soul was also retracted by Chu Mu back into the Soul Pet Space. The previous aura disappeared almost instantly…

Chu Mu’s eyes gradually returned to their original black color, revealing a hint of wickedness as he gazed at Princess Jinrou, whose beautiful eyes flickered with a hint of panic.

Princess Jinrou was still in a state of shock until Chu Mu’s gaze fell on her, gradually regaining her composure.

“What is this…?” Princess Jinrou never expected Chu Mu’s wild and evil strength.

Chu Mu didn’t answer, but just brought up a charming smile, saying, “The kidnapping was also a last resort, Princess, just let it go…”

“Hmph, wayward prodigal.” Princess Jinrou snorted coldly, her eyes flashing with a hint of embarrassment and anger.

Originally, Princess Jinrou wanted to teach Chu Mu a lesson, but she didn’t expect to be close to making a mistake again with Chu Mu. She flicked her hair with an annoyed expression and turned to leave.

Princess Jinrou had no choice but to deal with Chu Mu at this moment.

Considering Liu Binglan’s prestige, even if she wanted to take action against

Chu Mu, she’d have to think twice. In the battle with Chu Mu, it was clear that Chu Mu still had a stronger power. Failing to make Chu Mu suffer a humiliating defeat, the invitation was rejected, and Princess Jinrou felt frustrated in the end.

As Princess Jinrou said, she was just a woman. When Chu Mu kidnapped her, there was direct embracing and touching of certain parts of her body. This was hard to tolerate for a pure and clean princess. Coupled with today’s events, how could she not hold a grudge?

(Today’s second chapter———) (To be continued. If you like this work, please come to Qidian (qidian.com) and cast recommendation votes and monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation..)