A hidden corner outside Magic Feather Fantasy.
Sunlight filtered through the mottled gaps in the leaves, casting patches of golden light and shadow on the ground.
Su Nian’s waterfall-like golden hair danced freely in the sunlight and breeze.
Each strand seemed imbued with life, shimmering with an enchanting luster.
After a moment’s hesitation, the girl slowly raised her hand and carefully took out that heavy pouch of Purple Gold Coins from her Contract Beast Space.
The coins clinked together, producing a crisp and pleasant sound.
“Captain Chu Tian, I need you to go to the Adventurers’ Guild for me and hire a group of experts skilled in dealing with Dark Magic and the Demon Race.”
Su Nian held the coins in both hands and offered them to Chu Tian, her gaze full of hope.
Her eyes, as dazzling as the stars, fixed on Chu Tian, making it almost impossible to refuse her.
“Take these coins. Be sure to find strong people. Money is not an issue.”
At this moment, She was filled with anticipation, hoping Chu Tian would agree and lend strength to her plan for revenge.
The humiliation she’d suffered from that Horned Demon Bastard these past days—tomorrow, she could finally strike back!
Chu Tian’s gaze was instantly drawn to the pouch of coins.
His pupils narrowed slightly, clearly realizing something.
Even though Su Nian, as a Partner of Magic Feather Fantasy, was skilled at making money,
Magic Feather Fantasy had only just started out.
There was no way she should have so many Purple Gold Coins.
One must know—
A single Purple Gold Coin was worth 100 regular coins, equivalent to a million in purchasing power from the previous world.
And here was a whole bag.
Chu Tian slowly reached out and took the Purple Gold Coins.
Heh!
Very good, very good indeed.
So the little wildcat who used to act cute in front of him was finally showing her claws.
And this time, She wasn’t foolishly barging into his territory alone—she chose to find help.
Not only that, she was spending his money!
The weight of the coin pouch made his arm sink slightly.
No surprise—this must be the Shadowmoon Manor’s operating funds.
Clearly, the girl before him was not suited to be a financial manager—she was only fit to serve at his side!
Fortunately, there was one thing the girl in front of him had overlooked: the so-called Captain of the Guard for Magic Feather Fantasy was actually none other than Mr. Mo Yuan of Shadowmoon Manor—the very Horned Demon Bastard she spoke of!
The corner of Chu Tian’s mouth curled up imperceptibly.
“Miss Su Nian, don’t worry. I will do my utmost to complete this task.”
Chu Tian’s voice was low and firm, though a complex emotion flashed in his eyes.
On one hand, he was angry that Su Nian was plotting behind his back, even wanting to hire someone to kill him.
But on the other hand, this seemingly delicate magical beauty was clearly not someone who would submit easily—just as he had hoped.
But that made things interesting, didn’t it?
For him, it was like a mock exam before facing the Demon Race!
“This must be handled in secret. It can’t be leaked out. If it’s exposed ahead of time, I’m done for.”
Su Nian stepped forward, gripping Chu Tian’s arm tightly with both hands.
Her golden hair fluttered gently in the wind, adding a pitiful charm to her appearance.
She knew the risks.
If this was exposed, the consequences would be unimaginable.
Chu Tian nodded forcefully, raising his hand to pat Su Nian’s hand in comfort.
“Miss Su Nian, rest assured. I, Chu Tian, will never betray your trust.”
Heh, as if!
With that, he carefully stowed away the Purple Gold Coins, turned, and strode off, his figure vanishing down the street.
***
After leaving Magic Feather Fantasy, Chu Tian quickly found a secluded spot and transformed back into the Horned Demon.
His once gentle features became cold and sinister, his eyes exuding a powerful wave of magic.
“System.”
“Ding dong, Master, I’m here.”
“Purchase SS-grade ability [Thunder Emperor].”
“Ding dong, purchase successful. 1,000,000 Annoyance Value consumed.”
Since there hadn’t been any immediate threats before, Chu Tian had saved up his Annoyance Value.
Now, facing this endlessly scheming girl, he wouldn’t dare underestimate her.
At this moment, Chu Tian could feel the power of thunder merging with his body, surging with newfound strength.
[Thunder Emperor] not only granted overwhelming offensive power, but also allowed him to transform into lightning and move at incredible speed.
He could summon destructive thunder at will.
With astonishing attack power, and with the added effects of paralysis and restriction, leaving his enemies helpless before him.
And that wasn’t all!
He could use the power of thunder to sense the movements of enemies around him.
Not even the slightest ripple of aura could escape his perception.
More terrifying still, the thunder’s power would infuse every attack, so each strike carried the destructive force of thunder, making his foes suffer both injury and excruciating pain.
Chu Tian paced back and forth in his room, fists clenched so tightly his knuckles turned white.
His strength had undergone a qualitative leap.
Now, he needed to plan his counter against Su Nian.
After a while, Chu Tian scribbled and sketched on a blank sheet of paper, then curled his lips into a sly, wicked smile.
“Counting on adventurers to help you, are you?” Chu Tian raised the wine glass in his hand, lips quirking upward.
Su Nian’s secret plotting was expected, but he still felt his authority had been greatly challenged.
He thought of Su Nian’s stunning face, a swirl of conflicting emotions rising within him.
He wanted to conquer and humiliate her completely, always ready to counter her resistance, yet her defiance also irritated him.
“System!”
“Ding dong, Master, I’m here.”
“How much Annoyance Value do I have left?”
“Ding dong, remaining Annoyance Value: 520,000.”
After obtaining the Soul Prism, Chu Tian’s efficiency at collecting Annoyance Value had increased further.
Originally, the number of Magic Beasts imprisoned in the Monster Forest Castle Area was limited, since his subordinates were few.
But with the Soul Prism, it was different.
Some disobedient Magic Beasts and monsters could be killed outright, their souls stored in the Soul Prism, and by torturing them, he could continue to harvest Annoyance Value.
Chu Tian filtered the shop for items under 500,000, searching for something to counter the crisis Su Nian was about to bring.
In the Annoyance Value Shop, Chu Tian kept flipping through the pages.
When he saw one particular item, his eyes lit up.
Found it—this is it!
“Ding dong, purchase Lover’s Prison Collar. 500,000 Annoyance Value consumed.”
The Lover’s Prison Collar was a uniquely shaped choker.
[Lover’s Prison Collar]—the collar was forged from mysterious black metal, its surface densely engraved with strange runes that shimmered with a bewitching and dangerous light.
Once placed on the wearer, the owner only needed a single thought to completely seal the wearer’s magical energy, rendering them unable to cast any magic.
Not only that, the collar constantly emitted a special mental wave, gradually breaking down the wearer’s will, making them develop an irresistible dependence and affection for the collar’s master.
The collar also amplified the wearer’s physical sensations, making them endure indescribable pain and pleasure, causing them to gradually lose themselves in the mingling of agony and delight.
Moreover, the [Lover’s Prison Collar] was a magical artifact, so it could transform into any shape.
In the next moment, the extravagantly styled Lover’s Prison Collar transformed into the black leather choker Su Nian wore every night.