The carriage slowly drove into the backyard of Magic Feather Fantasy and came to a steady stop.
After getting off, Su Nian rubbed her aching temples, forcing herself to stay alert.
There was still important business to attend to.
Yesterday had been an absolute nightmare.
It was all her fault for wanting to ask Chu Tian to help hire someone to deal with that Horned Demon Bastard, only to have that guy detect their plan in advance and completely ruin everything.
If the Horned Demon hadn’t suddenly caused trouble, she wouldn’t have been so reckless—she wouldn’t have completely torn ties with him before advancing to the Saint level.
No, she had to get to the bottom of this with Chu Tian!
The angrier Su Nian became, the more reluctant she was to use the Magic Phone to contact Chu Tian.
Who knew if that pervert was eavesdropping on her through it?
So, she hurriedly instructed the Magic Feather Fantasy staff to contact Chu Tian and arrange a meeting at a café.
***
Cat Tail Cafe.
Chu Tian pushed the door open, his gaze quickly scanning the interior until he spotted Su Nian disguised and hiding in a corner.
He swiftly made his way over.
“Chu Tian, you’re here.”
Seeing Chu Tian, Su Nian felt a bit more at ease—at least that perverted Horned Demon Bastard hadn’t gone insane enough to harm the innocent.
“Miss Su Nian, the adventurers have been hired as you requested and are ready to act at any time…”
Chu Tian got straight to the point.
“No need… the plan is canceled.” Su Nian clenched her fists until her knuckles turned slightly white, the resentment clear in her voice.
Chu Tian noticed the pale look on Su Nian’s face.
“You don’t look well. Did something happen last night…” he asked cautiously, his eyes filled with just the right amount of concern.
“I… I’m fine.” Su Nian would never admit to something so embarrassing; she wouldn’t casually tell anyone even if it killed her.
“Right, tell me exactly what happened during the hiring. I suspect Mr. Mo Yuan learned of our plan in advance, so…” Su Nian changed the subject, needing to find out where things went wrong.
After a moment, having heard Chu Tian’s account, Su Nian found nothing suspicious.
It seemed… that Horned Demon Bastard probably had some methods unknown to her to discover her secret plans.
Su Nian’s head ached.
How many secrets did that bastard still hide from her?
“So, what are you planning to do about Mr. Mo Yuan? After all, he’s a danger to Academy City, and he’s threatening you. How about… I go and fight him myself!”
Chu Tian suddenly spoke, determination evident in his tone.
Before this, Su Nian had mentioned that the reason she moved into Shadowmoon Manor was because she was being threatened by “Mr. Mo Yuan.”
“Don’t be impulsive, Mr. Mo Yuan is very strong—you’re no match for him.”
Su Nian quickly stopped him; she didn’t want anyone innocent to die in vain.
“But…” Chu Tian was about to continue but was interrupted by Su Nian.
“Don’t worry, I won’t give up. Sooner or later, I will personally defeat him!” A cold gleam flashed in Su Nian’s eyes, her voice resolute.
That despicable perverted Horned Demon.
Su Nian clenched her silver teeth, the grinding noise faint but clear as hatred spread through her body.
No matter how she thought about it, she couldn’t understand how that bastard Horned Demon had discovered her plan.
Could it be that he really had some divine power to read minds?
No, impossible!
Su Nian shook her head hard, casting away the absurd thought.
There had to be a flaw somewhere.
She had to be more careful than ever, absolutely no chance of slipping up again.
“Miss Su Nian, are you alright?”
Chu Tian’s concerned voice rang in her ears, pulling her back from her thoughts.
His eyes were filled with worry.
“I… I’m fine, just a bit tired.”
Su Nian forced a smile, bitter beneath the surface.
She worked hard to hide her unease, not wanting Chu Tian to worry about her.
“Don’t worry, I will definitely find a way to help you!”
Chu Tian clenched his fist tightly, each word resolute and powerful.
His eyes were determined and unwavering.
“Thank you, Chu Tian.”
Looking at him, a warm current rose in Su Nian’s heart.
At least there was someone on her side, giving her support and encouragement.
After parting with Su Nian, Chu Tian turned and walked toward a secluded spot.
Far from the noise, surrounded by towering trees.
He closed his eyes and took a deep breath.
The surrounding air seemed to freeze with his breathing.
His body began to change, muscles swelling, bones twisting with faint “cracking” sounds.
In a moment, he had fully transformed into his demonic Horned Demon form, standing two meters tall, radiating immense pressure.
Chu Tian recalled Su Nian’s earlier words.
‘Rebel? She was still thinking of resisting?’
It seemed like she really had no idea who was in charge of Shadowmoon Manor.
A cold gleam flashed in his eyes.
A playful smile tugged at the corner of his mouth.
That smile carried a trace of anticipation, like a hunter fixated on their favored prey.
Only this “hunt” felt different from before.
What he wanted was not just to annoy her and satisfy his inner desires.
There was also…
A complicated emotion flickered in Magic Chu Tian’s heart.
Like a mist, it made things unclear and intangible.
But he knew this time, he would make Su Nian completely understand who her master was.
Not just in body.
But… in spirit.
***
Backstage at Magic Feather Fantasy.
Su Nian entered her private dressing room, a space filled with familiar scents.
She locked the door behind her, cutting off the outside noise.
Today’s rehearsal was crucial; she had to be in top form.
Su Nian began changing clothes, one piece at a time slipping off, revealing her fair, delicate skin.
She then put on the magnificent costume, silver threads shimmering under the lights.
Suddenly, a black mist appeared inside the dressing room.
The black mist materialized out of nowhere, carrying a chilling aura.
Su Nian was startled, her heart pounding wildly, almost bursting from her chest.
She widened her eyes, staring at the dark fog, alarms ringing in her mind.
She saw the figure she hated to the core—that Horned Demon Bastard!
The man stepped out from the black mist, a wave of oppressive energy rolling off him.
“You… how are you here?!” Su Nian’s voice trembled.
This was Magic Feather Fantasy’s backstage—how dare he brazenly barge in?
Didn’t he fear being discovered?
And… how exactly did he get in?
At the same time, Amy’s voice came from outside the door.
“Miss Su Nian, the rehearsal is about to start.”
She was still in the dressing room, her clothes not even fully changed!
If anyone saw her with that Horned Demon Bastard, what would she do with her reputation?
“Y-you leave first!” Su Nian pointed at the door, forcing her voice to sound calm.
“Leave? Little wildcat, do you think that’s possible?” Magic Chu Tian sneered, stepping closer to Su Nian.
He relished the panic on the girl’s face—it gave him a sense of total control.
“What… what do you want?” Su Nian backed up, her back pressed against the cold wall, nowhere to retreat.
She just wanted to quickly get dressed and escape this hellhole.
“What do I want? Of course…” Chu Tian deliberately dragged out his words, filled with theatricality, “to help you change your clothes!”
“Help… help me change my clothes?” Su Nian suspected she misheard.
What new trick did this Horned Demon Bastard have up his sleeve this time to torment her?
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