Chapter 14139 Don't Give Them Face
Chapter 14139 Don't Give Them Face
At the highest point of the city, a majestic observatory rises from the ground, piercing the clouds, as if trying to touch the vast starry sky.
On the high platform, a girl dressed in a black imperial robe stood by the railing.
The imperial robe was made of dark black, embroidered with intricate and mysterious golden patterns, resembling the movement of stars or the veins of mountains and rivers, exuding an aura of majesty and solemnity.
The girl had a cool and aloof demeanor, with a posture as upright as a pine tree. Although she was still young, she possessed an air of dominance over the world.
The night breeze, like a mischievous sprite, gently caressed her, stirring her loosely tied black hair. Her glossy black hair danced freely in the night wind, adding to her agility and elegance.
At the same time, the night breeze brushed against the hilt of the simple and unadorned longsword at her waist. The hilt, polished by the years, was smooth and warm, as if it carried countless past events and stories.
She was none other than the renowned Mingkong Empress, Princess Mingkong.
Ji Mingkong closed his eyes slightly, as if he were immersed in his own world.
Her left hand unconsciously and gently stroked the cold hilt of the sword, the movement soft and soothing, as if she were having a silent conversation with the sword.
In her heart, this sword is not just a weapon, but her closest companion, the support that helps her stay true to herself in this complicated world.
Not far from her stood two elderly men with profound and imposing presence.
They stood tall and straight, and although they were old, the aura they exuded was like a majestic mountain or a deep sea, inspiring awe in those who looked upon them.
These two are none other than the Black Elder and White Elder, the top powerhouses worshipped by the Overlord Empire.
The black-clad old man had a stern face and sharp eyes like a hawk, as if he could see through all illusions; the white-clad old man had a smile on his face, and was kind and approachable, but behind that smile lay endless wisdom and power.
Besides the two of them, there was a middle-aged woman dressed in fine clothes, but with a slightly pale face, standing with her head bowed at a distance.
Her magnificent gown, made of luxurious silk and embroidered with exquisite floral and bird patterns, shimmered with a captivating luster under the moonlight.
However, her complexion contrasted sharply with her gorgeous attire, appearing somewhat pale and haggard.
She was Shangguan Yue, who had just been urgently recalled.
At this moment, her heart was filled with trepidation and unease, not knowing why the Empress had summoned her.
After a long while, Ji Mingkong slowly opened his eyes. His eyes were like a deep night sky, or like a dazzling star. In the depths of his pupils, it seemed as if stars were being born and dying, shimmering with a mysterious and enchanting light.
She didn't turn around. Her clear, cold voice rang out in the night wind, like icy spring water, crisp and melodious, yet carrying an undeniable authority: "Your Majesty, how are you now?"
Your Majesty is none other than the Overlord Emperor Ling Xiao!
This name holds a pivotal position in Batian City and even the entire world.
Back then, Ling Xiao single-handedly swept away the sea of demons, crippling the demons that had ravaged the world for years and harmed humanity overnight. His fame was legendary, inspiring awe and fear in countless people.
The name caused Shangguan Yue, who was bowing her head, to tremble almost imperceptibly.
The scene of following Ling Xiao back then couldn't help but flash through her mind.
At that time, she was just trying it out, but she never expected that Ling Xiao would actually have such earth-shattering abilities.
She recalled Ling Xiao's bravery and fearlessness on the battlefield, his god-like figure wielding weapons, invincible, defeating the demons in droves; she also recalled Ling Xiao's calm and composed demeanor when facing difficulties, his deep eyes revealing a firmness and confidence, as if no difficulty could defeat him.
Now, whenever Shangguan Yue thinks of Ling Xiao, her heart is filled with awe and gratitude.
Ji Mingkong seemed to possess an extraordinary sensitivity; she seemed to be able to perceive the subtle fluctuations in the hearts of those around her.
Just as Shangguan Yue was momentarily stunned by her memories, Ji Mingkong slightly turned his head, the movement elegant yet swift, like a shooting star streaking across the night sky.
Her gaze swept over like a bolt of lightning, sharp and cold, as if she could see through all the secrets deep in Guan Yue's heart.
"Ok?"
This simple question struck Shangguan Yue's heart like a heavy hammer blow.
Shangguan Yue felt a jolt in her heart, as if an invisible pressure was surging towards her like a tide, making it almost impossible for her to breathe.
She knew all too well that any attempt to conceal anything would be futile in front of a powerful figure like Ji Mingkong.
Without further hesitation, she immediately knelt down, pressed her forehead against the cold ground, and, with a trembling voice, reported Ling Xiao's condition to Ji Mingkong in detail.
She recounted in detail Ling Xiao's recent activities, the difficulties he faced, and the efforts he made to improve his strength, leaving out no detail.
As soon as she finished speaking, the already quiet atmosphere on the observatory became even more oppressive. The air seemed to freeze, as if time itself had stopped flowing at that moment.
Everything around became incredibly quiet, with only the sound of a gentle breeze brushing against the railings of the observatory, which only accentuated the eerie silence.
After a long while, Ji Mingkong took a deep breath, the breath long and deep, as if trying to calm his inner emotions.
She spoke slowly, her voice still cold: "Even His Majesty is working so hard, how can we slack off?"
The situation is complex now, and every step must be taken with caution.
Do you have any news about that young demon king?
Upon hearing Ji Mingkong's question, Shangguan Yue quickly raised her head, a hint of helplessness in her eyes, and shook her head, saying, "Ever since the young demon king was taken away by Yun Wuji and Su Lingyin, there has been no news of him."
Now that the Demon Sea is firmly under the control of my Overlord Empire, we have not made things difficult for them, after all, they have also struggled to survive in this chaotic world.
However, some demons are ungrateful and dare to cause trouble under the majesty of my Overlord Empire, attempting to restore the brutal rule of the Demon Sea of the past.
"Kill without mercy!"
Ji Mingkong's eyes turned cold, revealing a sharp killing intent that seemed capable of freezing all evil.
She said in a cold voice, "Back then, the Demon Sea massacred our human race. Countless innocent people died tragically under their clutches, rivers of blood flowed, and corpses littered the fields."
We have been merciful enough to give them a chance to live, but they don't appreciate it. They really don't know what's good for them!
"That's exactly what I did!"
Shangguan Yue quickly replied that she knew Ji Mingkong was always decisive and ruthless towards his enemies, so she always strictly followed Ji Mingkong's orders and showed no mercy to those demons who refused to listen to advice and attempted to rebel.
"very good!"
Ji Mingkong nodded, a hint of approval on her face, and continued, "You've worked hard, keep up the good work..."
