Then, Let Them Offer Their Loyalty! Chapter 1679

The young Divine King, perched upon his throne, regarded the beautiful woman kneeling before him with an expression that was difficult to decipher.

Resting his chin in his hand, he looked indifferently at Man Huang and inquired, "So, you're saying Qiu Tu sent you with a letter for me?"

Man Huang, still on one knee, lowered her head at the Northern God King's question and clarified, "Your Majesty, it was... an order, or perhaps coercion."

The Northern God King's eyes narrowed slightly at her response. He allowed his gaze to wander over Man Huang a few times before speaking no further.

He then straightened his posture and made a simple gesture. In the next instant, a letter detached itself from Man Huang's outstretched hand and flew into his own.

As the Northern God King grasped the letter, he gave it a gentle shake. The parchment unfurled on its own, revealing rows of potent script that seemed to leap from the page.

His eyes fixed on the letter, the Northern God King read with a completely impassive face.

Initially, his reading was swift, absorbing ten lines at a time. However, as he continued, his pace slowed, and a discernible relaxation spread across his features.

By the time he had finished reading the entire letter, his face was illuminated by a broad, beaming smile. He let out a hearty laugh, exclaiming, "Wonderful, truly wonderful!"

Perhaps owing to his eternally youthful appearance, his smile possessed a dazzling radiance.

After his laughter subsided, the Northern God King turned his attention back to Man Huang, his gaze softening considerably. "Man Huang," he said, "you have performed admirably."

"Should this endeavor succeed, your contribution will be a significant merit."

A sense of unease had begun to creep into Man Huang ever since the Northern God King started reading the letter. Now, hearing his words, a large question mark materialized in her mind. She had no concept of what she had actually accomplished.

Involuntarily, her thoughts drifted back to the previous night, to the moment Qiu Tu had sought her out...

Ever since Qiu Tu had departed for the "Crimson Territory" some time ago, Man Huang had not received a visit from him for a considerable duration.

During this period, Man Huang remained confined within a specially constructed villa, subjected to constant surveillance and the distressing sight of Shu Xia undergoing gradual brainwashing.

While Man Huang's heart had initially seethed with hatred, a creeping numbness had begun to set in over time.

This was especially true as Qiu Tu's power grew and his combat record became increasingly fearsome—she had resigned herself to a lifetime of such suffering.

However, just last night, Qiu Tu had suddenly appeared before her, proposing her freedom.

To be entirely truthful, at that very moment, Man Huang had nearly convinced herself she had misheard.

In her perception, Qiu Tu was the very embodiment of a lecherous fiend. After capturing her, he had nearly drained her essence, indulging in her torment to the fullest. How could he possibly consent to her release?

Furthermore, it was evident that this degenerate sought not merely her body; his aim was to systematically conquer and break her spirit.

Thus, Man Huang placed absolutely no faith in Qiu Tu's promise.

Yet, who could have foreseen that the very next day, after handing her a letter, Qiu Tu would simply let her depart?

Qiu Tu's stipulation was clear: Man Huang would be granted her freedom upon successfully delivering the letter to the Northern God King.

With considerable skepticism, Man Huang accepted the letter and exited the villa, her mind still clouded with doubt—suspecting this was merely another one of Qiu Tu's elaborate games.

Was it a messenger ploy? A form of abduction game? Or perhaps an inspection disguised as an interception?

She remained uncertain. Any of these scenarios seemed plausible.

Consequently, her only recourse was to proceed cautiously and observe the unfolding of Qiu Tu's true intentions.

What she had not anticipated was the extraordinary safety and uneventfulness of her journey to the "Northern Realm."

There were no kidnappings, no roadside robberies, no unforeseen incidents or accidents; and as she moved farther away from Qiu Tu, her suppressed strength began to slowly resurface.

Upon encountering the Northern God King and delivering the letter just moments ago, she realized her powers had been fully restored.

After all, she was a Great Evil God of the Eighth Rank. Previously, Qiu Tu had only been able to exert control over her by suppressing her abilities. Now, with her strength returned, provided she did not pursue retribution, she possessed a hundred methods to vanish without a trace. Even Qiu Tu could no longer hold her captive.

At that precise moment, she had started to genuinely believe that Qiu Tu might honor his word.

She had even begun contemplating her future destination and endeavors once her task was completed.

But now... the Northern God King was uttering such peculiar words. That she had performed commendably?

In what specific aspect had she excelled?

Was it her role as Qiu Tu's unwilling source of sustenance, enduring his perversions? Or was she merely adept at delivering messages?

For the time being, Man Huang genuinely struggled to formulate a response to the Northern God King. Thus, after a brief pause, she simply replied, "Thank you for your commendation, God King."

Completely unaware of Man Huang's inner turmoil, the Northern God King, seated majestically on his throne, offered a slight nod. His handsome countenance softened as he seemed lost in thought.

After a moment, his voice resonated, "Man Huang, do you desire to assume the role of the new Pavilion Master for the Si Yuan Pavilion?"

The words initially startled Man Huang, but her heart surged with emotion. She quickly lifted her gaze to meet the Northern God King's eyes.

At the heart of the Si Yuan Pavilion resided the "Tree Demon" clan. Having been subjugated by the Northern God King a century prior, these "Tree Demons" had demonstrated unwavering loyalty throughout the intervening years.

It was this devotion that had prompted the Northern God King to consistently bolster and cultivate the "Tree Ancestor," utilizing him as a means to contain the "Crimson Territory."

This delicate equilibrium granted the Northern God King considerable sway over the Si Yuan Pavilion. While this influence had not always eclipsed that of the "Tree Ancestor," his demise left the Northern God King's decree as absolute authority.

Now, with the "Si Yuan Pavilion" leaderless, the position of Pavilion Master remained unfilled. As the "Tree Ancestor's" daughter-in-law and an Eighth Rank Great Evil God, Man Huang stood as a principal contender, with a significant probability of securing the post.