Chapter 314. Hua Shen Umbrella
“However, if the opponent truly possesses an S-grade Spirit Artifact, then such a high-level Spirit Artifact holder must not be allowed to escape! Otherwise, it will lead to endless trouble!” the Red-faced Ghost said in a deep voice.
Corvis shook his head and said calmly, “It’s fine. I’ve already made preparations for any eventuality. A maid-in-waiting will be here to help shortly.”
Maid-in-waiting?
The Red-faced Ghost was startled, somewhat surprised. He had naturally heard of the fame of the three great maid-in-waiting of the Golden Sparrow Flower.
The super family, the Golden Sparrow Flower, was established by the existence revered by everyone as the “Mother.” She adopted countless children, from the first generation to the current eighth generation. After thousands of years, various internal powers have become deeply entrenched, dominating the Human Empire.
For the overall benefit of the Golden Sparrow Flower, under the guidance of the “Mother,” all factions and families formed Sparrow God Mountain, establishing the Twelve Seats of Sparrow God Mountain as the highest power organ to manage the Golden Sparrow Flower.
It could be said that the twelve Spirit Masters of the Twelve Seats of Sparrow God Mountain were the twelve strongest individuals of the family, and they also held high positions in the major power organs of the Empire.
However, besides these twelve, there were three existences independent of the leadership of Sparrow God Mountain. They were called maid-in-waiting, and were generally selected from female clan members.
In essence, it was the same as the Saintess of the Holy See, who acted as a proxy for a God on Earth. The function of the maid-in-waiting was to act on behalf of the “Mother’s” will.
For this reason, the maid-in-waiting was only responsible to the Mother and was not under the jurisdiction of Sparrow God Mountain, possessing considerable freedom.
“Which maid-in-waiting is it?” the Red-faced Ghost asked curiously.
Corvis said calmly, “Ke Yanqing.”
“Oh?” The Red-faced Ghost grinned. “I’ve investigated your profile, Excellency. Ke Yanqing is your elder sister, right? I heard that in the entire Eighth Generation, her talent is even higher than yours.”
Corvis glanced at the Red-faced Ghost, his eyes narrowing slightly.
The Red-faced Ghost continued to stroke his chin, “I also heard that Ke Yanqing had the opportunity to run for the Twelve Seats of Sparrow God Mountain, but in the end, she voluntarily gave up her candidacy and chose to become a maid-in-waiting.”
Saying this, the Red-faced Ghost looked at Corvis, “And the reason she did this was actually to clear the way for you, Excellency.”
“…”
The title of maid-in-waiting sounded like being above ten thousand people, and not being under the jurisdiction of Sparrow God Mountain, but in reality, they did not hold much real power, and it was far less beneficial than becoming one of the Twelve Seats.
“I also heard that you actually have a secret crush on your sister Ke Yanqing, but due to the blood relationship, this unrequited love can only end without a trace—”
“Red-faced Ghost, are you seeking death?” Corvis’s tone was ice-cold, and the abyssal black coat draped over his shoulders danced in the wind.
The Red-faced Ghost’s face, adorned with avant-garde makeup, let out a light laugh, her sharp teeth flashing beneath her black and purple lips, “Alright, alright, Corvis Excellency, I won’t say another word.”
Corvis’s gaze turned slightly grim. If it weren’t for the importance of their cooperation, this woman’s head would have already been severed.
However, what the Red-faced Ghost said was indeed true.
He had always had a secret crush on Ke Yanqing, and it could even be said that he had always been chasing in Ke Yanqing’s footsteps.
If Ke Yanqing had not become a maid-in-waiting, the title of the leader of the Eighth Generation would likely have been hers.
Because of this, he harbored resentment and always felt a sense of dissatisfaction.
“Corvis Excellency, the reason you chose Mu Qingtong, isn’t it because this woman’s temperament is similar to Ke Yanqing’s?” the Red-faced Ghost suddenly spoke again, landing a direct hit.
Corvis raised his eyes indifferently, “Red-faced Ghost, after this cooperation is over, you had better be careful.”
The Red-faced Ghost chuckled. Just as she was about to say something, she looked up at the distant sky as if sensing something.
A watercolor painting unfolded in the air, and a tall woman dressed in a classical ink-black qipao emerged from the painting.
She held a paper umbrella painted with ink wash landscapes and rivers. With one step, her entire being dissolved into ink wash, and the next moment, she condensed above the clouds.
Only then did the Red-faced Ghost get a clear look at her. She was a rather beautiful woman with the cool and aloof temperament of a classical beauty.
“My Lady Maid-in-waiting,” Corvis bowed respectfully. The woman with the umbrella looked down at the clouds. The entire venue was still shrouded in the Nightmare Domain, and the memories and emotions of nearly 100,000 citizens had been stripped away.
After a sweep of her gaze, she raised her eyes and said coldly, “Vais, you should understand, if the “Imperial Court” finds out that the Golden Sparrow Flower is responsible for this matter, you will have no hope of becoming one of the Twelve Seats.”
Corvis nodded calmly. “I understand, of course. But Sister Qing, all the Life Roulettes have entered the advanced sacrifice stage. This signifies that the competition for the Sumeru Throne is about to begin. All the major powers have entered the fray, and we Golden Sparrow Flower have no reason not to participate.”
He then narrowed his eyes and glanced down at the venue. “Fortune favors the bold. If we can obtain a qualification to compete for the Sumeru Throne, I’m afraid those in Sparrow God Mountain will be laughing in their dreams.”
“Just make sure you know what you’re doing and don’t mess things up.”
The woman with the umbrella stopped persuading him and said calmly, “You contacted me saying you encountered some trouble?”
“It’s not a major trouble.”
Corvis briefly explained the current situation, chuckled, and shook his head. “Although this person’s Spirit Pressure is only Fourth-stage, his Mental Power is exceptionally vast. It’s not impossible that he has other trump cards or helpers. That’s why I asked Sister Qing to come and provide support, just in case.”
He and the Red-faced Ghost were both at the True Martial Realm, which was actually enough to deal with any unforeseen circumstances. However, when facing someone who might possess an S-grade Spirit Artifact, it was better to be cautious.
Ke Yanqing’s strength was also at the True Martial Realm. However, as a maid-in-waiting, Ke Yanqing possessed the “Hua Shen Umbrella,” bestowed by the “Mother.”
The Hua Shen Umbrella was a form of authority of the Mother and a standard equipment for every maid-in-waiting. It could greatly enhance Ke Yanqing’s strength, bringing her close to the Venerable realm.
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However, at the same time, the Hua Shen Umbrella was also a means of controlling the maid-in-waiting, ensuring their absolute loyalty.
Those who were contracted by the Hua Shen Umbrella had their bodies, souls, minds, and emotions firmly controlled by the “Mother.”
With a single thought from the Mother, the maid-in-waiting could experience emotional pain, physical itching, mental confusion, and soul-crushing despair. In short, their life and death could be determined with a single thought.
“Both of you, prepare yourselves. The Nightmare Domain will be dispelled in thirty seconds.”
The Red-faced Ghost suddenly spoke in a deep voice. She closed her eyes, sensed for a moment, and then said, “I’ve sensed Mu Qingtong’s location. Corvis Excellency, shall I help you teleport her over later?”
“No need. We’ll deal with this woman after everything is settled.”
Corvis said calmly. The reason he asked the Red-faced Ghost to help clear Mu Qingtong’s memories and emotions was because he possessed a Spirit Artifact that could bestow emotions.
His Spirit Artifact was called the “Ring of Seven Emotions.” It was merely a C-class Spirit Artifact that could kill a target, collect the target’s emotions and feelings, accumulate them in the ring, and release them during battle. If the enemy’s Mental Power was not high, they would be affected in terms of their emotions and feelings.
The effect was actually acceptable, but due to its low grade, the efficacy was not very good, and he rarely used it in combat.
However, it could serve some auxiliary functions.
For example, at this moment, combined with the power of the Nightmare Great Calamity, he could easily bestow emotions upon everyone in the venue.
Corvis had once killed a woman who deeply loved him and obeyed his every word, collecting “Seven Emotions of Love.”
So, all he needed to do now was wait for everything to be over and then bestow this “Seven Emotions of Love” upon Mu Qingtong, who had lost her memories and emotions.
“Mu Qingtong, the daughter of a minor noble. Is this the woman you’ve chosen as your wife?” the woman raised the Hua Shen Umbrella, her beautiful eyes narrowing.
Corvis looked up at the woman with the umbrella. Her ink-black qipao outlined her graceful figure, and her temperament was as cool and aloof as if she had stepped out of the misty rains of Jiangnan.
Mu Qingtong and Sister Qing did indeed have similar temperaments. Although her status was a bit lowly, she was勉强 acceptable.
Lost in thought, Corvis’s gaze was complex and unreadable. He nodded, “Yes.”
The woman with the umbrella remained silent for a moment, then nodded. “Alright, you have good taste.”
She naturally knew Corvis’s feelings for her. After so many years, he should have moved on by now.
She pursed her lips, about to say something, when suddenly—
*Buzz—*
The paper umbrella in her hand trembled slightly. She looked up as if sensing something, her delicate eyebrows furrowed in confusion. Why could she sense Mother’s aura here?
