Shadowmoon Manor.
The faint light of dawn pierced through the heavy curtains, casting mottled shadows on the luxurious carpet.
Su Nian woke up groggily and slightly moved her fingers.
The first thing she perceived was the warm body heat from another person, pressed against her back.
Immediately after, everything that happened last night flashed back into her memory.
That secret that had shamed her to the core… had been exposed so nakedly, so abruptly, before this man.
Fortunately, that Horned Demon Bastard showed no surprise or disgust.
Instead, he revealed excitement and greed as if he had discovered a new world.
“Ding, Host’s current status has changed”
“Current status “Recognition State III” upgraded to “Recognition State IV”, additional special status “Submission” added”
“[Submission]: The host has psychologically begun to accept the fate of being dominated by her master. Resistance to the master’s commands is reduced. When executing the master’s orders, additional Humiliation Value can be obtained.”
Su Nian looked at the system interface with disdain.
‘What on earth does this lousy system want?’
Is it trying to help her become a deity, or is it helping that Horned Demon Bastard cultivate an obedient little pet?
But then again, this “Submission” status does allow her to earn extra Humiliation Value.
In a sense, it also accelerates her path to godhood.
“Awake?”
A low, husky male voice came from above her head, carrying a hint of laziness, interrupting Su Nian’s thoughts.
Su Nian’s body stiffened.
Subconsciously, she pretended to still be asleep, even lightening her breath.
Chu Tian saw through her little trick and chuckled softly, pulling her soft body completely into his embrace.
Unlike usual, he didn’t immediately start a new round of “bullying.”
He just held her quietly, his chin resting gently on the top of her head, greedily inhaling the faint fragrance from her hair.
The atmosphere in the room became somewhat unusual for a moment.
Gone was the tense confrontation, gone was the one-sided, overpowering domination.
Instead, there was a hint of warmth.
This reminded Su Nian of the time during her amnesia when she was passionately in love with this man.
Back then, Chu Tian would whisper sweet nothings in her ear and would blush and his heart race just from a glance from her.
Hmm… it felt a bit uncomfortable.
Now, she was used to being bullied in various ways by this Horned Demon Bastard.
His sudden gentleness actually made her feel a little at a loss.
Just as her thoughts were running wild, Chu Tian suddenly spoke up, his tone carrying nine parts of serious inquiry.
“Speaking of which, with this state of yours… are you pregnant?”
“N-No!” Su Nian blurted out almost instantly, her voice carrying a sharp tremor.
After saying that, she hurriedly checked her system panel.
[Favorability: 66]
[Hint: When Favorability reaches 70, the host will unlock the “Fertile” state.]
‘Thank goodness, thank goodness. Still 4 points away from 70. Temporarily safe.’
Chu Tian looked at her, resembling a startled kitten, and raised an eyebrow slightly, somewhat surprised by her intense reaction.
“I was just asking casually. Why such a big reaction?” He leaned leisurely against the headboard.
“I…” Su Nian was at a loss for words.
She couldn’t very well say that if he “loved” her a few more times and her favorability went up, she really could get pregnant, could she?
As for the reason for having this special constitution without being pregnant… she needed to think about how to make something up.
“It’s… because I learned a special meditation method.” Su Nian blurted out an excuse on the spur of the moment.
Anyway, the truth was pretty outrageous too; might as well make something up.
Besides, she couldn’t expose her trump card for turning the tables—the Humiliation Value System.
Even though the system was a pain, right now she could only pin her hopes on collecting one hundred million Humiliation Value to turn things around.
Hearing this, Chu Tian was taken aback at first.
But he quickly accepted it.
His little wildcat had all sorts of secrets—the girl’s Giant Dragon, that cat that could use Space Magic, and the Turtle Island Secret Base she was transported to during her amnesia.
One more secret now was nothing.
After all, he had plenty of secrets himself, making him a perfect match for Su Nian.
“A meditation method?” Chu Tian nodded thoughtfully, “No wonder your magical talent is so high.”
Su Nian secretly breathed a sigh of relief in her heart.
It seemed this excuse was passable.
“However…” Chu Tian’s tone shifted, a glint of cunning flashing in his eyes, “Since this change occurred because of intimacy with me, it means your body has completely accepted me.”
“It has not!” Su Nian’s cheeks instantly flushed bright red.
“That’s just… just a physiological reaction!”
“Physiological reaction?” Chu Tian chuckled, “That makes it even more telling.”
Su Nian wanted to retort but found she couldn’t come up with a suitable reason.
After all, the excuse she just made up did easily lead to that kind of association.
“If that’s the case… this change is good. I, your master, am very satisfied.” The smile on Chu Tian’s face turned wicked.
He ruffled her golden hair, lowered his head, and gently bit her earlobe, his voice low and irresistible, “As agreed last night, twice a day. Now, it’s time to enjoy breakfast.”
Su Nian rolled her eyes but didn’t continue resisting the man before her.
Instead, she cooperated with the actions of her Horned Demon master…
‘Hey! Wait a minute. Slow down!’
He’s even being possessive!
Soon, the bedroom was enveloped in a new wave of amorous spring scenery.
‘One hundred million Humiliation Value!’
Amidst the humiliation and sinking, only one thought remained in Su Nian’s mind.
She must gather one hundred million Humiliation Value as soon as possible!
Before that, she absolutely must not let her Favorability break through 70!
‘Just you wait, Horned Demon Bastard! When this Saintess… no, when this future Deity descends, you’ll be the first one I offer to the heavens!’
***
The headquarters of Magic Feather Fantasy.
As always, it was filled with an atmosphere of youth and vitality.
In the corridors, one could see girls everywhere, wearing bright group uniforms, chattering and discussing dance moves and new songs.
When they saw Su Nian passing by, they would immediately stop their conversations and bow respectfully.
“Good day, Miss Su Nian!”
“Miss Su Nian looks so beautiful today!”
Su Nian smiled and nodded to them, her steps unhurried, her posture elegant, her entire being radiating the powerful aura and approachability of the “Star-Moon Saintess” and Magic Girl Idol.
No one could tell from her flawless smile the turbulent waves currently raging in her heart.
Not long ago, she had just been freed from that Horned Demon Bastard’s “breakfast time.”
That humiliating feeling of being treated like a “tonic,” something she was too ashamed to even mention, still made her cheeks burn when she thought about it now.
Fortunately, even though she was always humiliated before her Horned Demon master, the version of herself that went out into the world usually had plenty of face.
Wherever she went, she was the focus, respected by everyone.
This contrast did make her feel a bit more psychologically balanced.
Arriving at Magic Feather Fantasy, Su Nian suddenly thought of someone she was somewhat familiar with.
Come to think of it, during the Horned Demon master’s amnesia, he used this alias and the identity of Bodyguard Captain Chu Tian to… be in a relationship.
‘Right. Where has that kid Chu Tian been all this time? Better ask someone who knows him.’