World-Ending Demon Emperor
Chapter 1075 - 488: Cold-blooded Queen! Gui Xingfu Destiny!_3

Chapter 1075: 488: Cold-blooded Queen! Gui Xingfu Destiny!_3

A few years ago, when the Shaman died, Goru took his place.

After rising to power, he simultaneously groveled at Constantine’s feet while ruthlessly suppressing the Foreign Tribe Army and relentlessly opposing Suo Mo.

There was no real reason, merely because the Chieftain demanded it and because the entire tribe harbored animosity toward the Foreign Tribe Army.

Goru strove to sever all ties with the Foreign Tribe Army and completely assimilate into Chimera Tribe’s upper echelon.

Upon entering the chamber, Goru used exaggerated gestures and tone, prostrating himself on the ground as he exclaimed in a chant-like voice: "Your unworthy servant Goru pays homage to the radiant Chieftain, whose glory shines as brightly as the sun and moon, and who shares eternity with heaven and earth, the supreme sovereign."

Seeing Goru, Lanling was inexplicably reminded of Gui Xingfu.

He once styled himself as Sauron’s loyal dog at the cabinet. Now, with Sauron killed and his forces thoroughly purged...

Gui Xingfu’s days must be tough, but Lanling wondered how he might be faring.

Constantine said, "Lanling was spared by the protection of the Holy Volcano. Therefore, return his daughter to him."

From this point, everyone conversed in the Barbarian tribal language, with Suo Mo leading the negotiations.

"Understood," Goru replied respectfully. "However, since I am returning the girl to him, she can no longer be considered my adopted daughter. Please reimburse me for last night’s living expenses."

"Living expenses?" Constantine sneered. "How petty can you be, to haggle over just one night of living expenses?"

Goru said, "I adored this child deeply and even fed her my treasured Demon Luo Elixir."

"Demon Luo Elixir?" Constantine exclaimed. "That concoction your master spent ten years refining?"

This was blatant extortion!

The despicable little shaman had kidnapped the girl for the purpose of raising her to harvest her flesh and blood to sustain his practices.

And now, with false declarations of affection, he claimed to have given away his family heirloom Demon Luo Elixir. There was no evidence to counter his lies.

"If she took it, so be it," Constantine said. "Her father isn’t going to return a single Demon Luo Elixir to you."

Goru continued, "I am not asking for it back. Let this debt translate to a contribution to the tribe. I heard recently that our Griffin Beast army lost one of its creatures. If he can capture a Griffin Beast to offer to the tribe, this debt is cleared, and I will return his daughter."

Chieftain Constantine said, "You’re being unreasonable."

Goru’s small eyes flashed with a venomous, sly smirk as he feigned toughness mixed with grievance, saying, "My supreme sovereign, this is my final condition. If you reject it, I am willing to prove my dignity through death—I will jump off this cliff!"

Constantine hesitated and turned to Suo Mo for guidance. "What do you think, my friend?"

Suo Mo bowed slightly and said, "We are willing to offer a Griffin Beast to settle Goru’s debt."

"Godfather," Dina objected angrily.

It was obvious this was extortion—a staged act between Chieftain Constantine and the shaman.

Goru said, "You must set a deadline. Am I supposed to wait for ten years or even eight years?"

Suo Mo replied, "Please grant me a month’s time."

"Impossible," Goru countered. "The tribe will commence warfare in half a month. At that point, Griffin Beasts will be critical. I’ll give you ten days to capture a Griffin Beast. If not, don’t even think about reclaiming this girl."

Constantine snarled, "Goru, is that how you speak to Suo Mo?"

Goru instantly switched to a soft tone, saying sweetly, "I’ll give you ten days to capture a Griffin Beast. Otherwise, don’t expect me to return the girl—she will belong to me."

Despite his gentle voice, Goru’s gaze remained sly and venomous, like that of a snake.

"Fine. Ten days. It’s a deal," Suo Mo said.

Then Suo Mo added, "But during these ten days, we will take the girl away."

"Impossible," Goru screamed. "What if you fail to capture the Griffin Beast and then break your promise?"

Suo Mo suddenly glared fiercely at Goru, roaring, "Do you question the honor of Suo Mo? Would I ever break my word?"

That roar, fueled by fiery rage, thundered through the hall like a violent storm, shaking everyone present.

It reminded them that Suo Mo was not only the leader of the Foreign Tribe Army but also the second-strongest figure in the entire Chimera Tribe.

Fear initially filled Goru’s eyes, followed by shrieking cries and wails: "My lord, you see this, don’t you? Look, this outsider seeks to murder me! He wishes to kill your humble servant—right before your eyes!"

Constantine’s expression iced over. "Suo Mo, your temper is outrageous."

Suo Mo bowed in apology: "Forgive me, Chieftain. However, I insist—taking the girl away now is non-negotiable. Within ten days, I will capture a Griffin Beast. Should I fail, I will sever one of my own arms."

Constantine’s face twitched.

What he loathed most about Suo Mo was his obstinacy and pride—unyielding to the bitter end.

At that moment, a languid, seductive voice rang out: "Lord Suo Mo, why not leave the girl under my care for these ten days—what do you think?"

A mesmerizing fragrance spread throughout the room as a breathtaking beauty emerged gracefully from behind.

She was, of course, Constantine’s forbidden delicacy—the alluring second concubine, who had once shared a night of passion with Lanling.

...

Time rewinds to one year ago.

Princess Zhi Yan followed Ji Xiuning for a visit to the Sky Holy Palace, engaging in several hours of discussions.

Upon returning to Zhi Du, Princess Zhi Yan publicly declared her reinstatement to the Dragon Temple. While maintaining her status as Queen of Rage Wave Kingdom, she also took on the role of Saintess Priestess of the Dragon Temple.

Following this, the entire land of Rage Wave Kingdom experienced an era of mass criticism against Sauron.

All books, all poems, all proclamations, all songs, all theater plays—everything focused on exposing Sauron’s evil and darkness.

The Dragon Temple and the kingdom’s civil officials fabricated endless crimes, pinning them on Sauron.

They depicted him as the most wicked and darkest demon in thousands of years—the devil king ruling the infernal depths.

They further revealed his plan to seize Rage Wave Kingdom and destroy the world.

Princess Zhi Yan was portrayed as the savior who, for the sake of Rage Wave Kingdom and the Human Kingdom, dared to become bait for the tiger, ultimately thwarting Sauron’s sinister plot and bringing about his doom.

Immediately after, Rage Wave Kingdom held the grandest coronation in its history.

The three Sky Priests of the Sky Holy Palace attended Zhi Yan’s coronation ceremony, while Yao Xing, the sovereign of Demon Star Pavilion, personally crowned her.

Before witnesses, the Sky Holy Palace issued a decree, naming Princess Zhi Yan as the Dragon Temple’s lifelong Saintess Priestess.

Upon ascending the throne, the Dragon Temple and Rage Wave Kingdom launched a sweeping purge.

Anyone daring to praise Sauron in public was arrested immediately and charged with heresy against Dragon Temple faith—burned alive.

Suddenly, the entire kingdom was plunged into terrifying darkness. Reports were rampant, arrests were constant, and many were burned alive, creating widespread panic.

Sauron’s loyalist forces within Rage Wave Kingdom were utterly wiped out.

Warrant notices for Zhi Ning and her son, Ashi Liren, Yan Nai’er, and Zhuang Zhixuan were posted across every corner of the Human Kingdom.

Troops from the Dragon Temple and Rage Wave Kingdom were dispatched en masse to hunt down Sauron’s fleeing relatives.

...

At this time, Gui Xingfu—who had always claimed to be Sauron’s loyal dog—also faced complete disaster.

Stripped of all positions, he awaited capture and a death by burning.

Yet despite this doom, he remained relatively calm. He possessed one crucial trump card—a killer weapon!

Retrieving a box from a secret location, Gui Xingfu ventured to the palace to seek an audience with Queen Zhiyan.

Upon seeing the majestic Queen Zhiyan, Gui Xingfu immediately knelt down and cried, "This old servant pays homage to Your Majesty the Queen."

Zhi Yan coldly retorted, "Pointless. You’re as good as dead."

Gui Xingfu sobbed, "This humble servant knows death is inevitable, but before I die, I must reveal a secret to Your Majesty. Otherwise, I will never rest in peace."

Queen Zhiyan said, "What secret? I warn you—I care little for secrets."

Gui Xingfu said, "Fate works in mysterious ways, and the royal bloodline has grown thin. In your generation, the direct lineage of the royal family consists only of Crown Prince ZhI You, who has gone mad."

Zhi Yan’s eyes narrowed; indeed, this was the great tragedy of the Zhi Family. The direct royal line had dwindled to just her in this world.

Gui Xingfu said, "Your Majesty, you are not alone. You have a younger brother—your biological brother—a legitimate heir of the late king’s bloodline."

Zhi Yan demanded, "Who?"

Gui Xingfu said, "My adopted son—Ling Ao!"

...

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