I became the demon of the female devil

Chapter 247 The Queen Baby Takes a Bath! Let's have a tense and exciting ball game!
"Washing makes you healthier, Your Highness, please don't stand on ceremony with me."

Chen Mo picked up the Empress around the waist and strode towards the bath.

"Who's being polite to you? What nonsense are you spouting... Put me down first!" The Empress struggled like a live fish thrown to the shore, but she couldn't break free at all.

She dared not make a scene, lest she attract the royal guards, who would surely chop this audacious lecher into dumpling filling...

We arrived at the Xuanqing Pool, shrouded in mist.

The Empress stopped struggling as if resigned to her fate, and said in a low voice, "Even if we're going to shower together, you should at least let me change my clothes first, right?"

"it is good."

Chen Mo nodded and put the Empress down.

As soon as her feet touched the ground, she lifted her skirt and ran away.

Just as he arrived at the door, a surge of true energy erupted, slamming the door shut with a loud bang.

"Where does Your Highness wish to go? Can't we change our clothes here?" Chen Mo asked playfully.

"..."

The Empress turned around and leaned against the door.

Seeing the man slowly approaching, she swallowed hard and stammered, "I...I'm warning you, don't do anything reckless, or I'll really call for help!"

Chen Mo approached her, hooked his finger under his chin, and said with a smile, "Your Highness, why don't you call out a couple of times for this humble servant to hear?"

The empress bit her lip, turned her head away, and put on a humiliating look of refusing to cooperate.

"Does Your Highness not like it?" Chen Mo blinked and said, "It wasn't like this at Zhaohua Palace just now..."

"Still talking! It's all because of you!" Hearing this, the Empress couldn't hold back anymore and stomped on his foot angrily. "All you do is bully me all day long. I've already let you... let you do that, and you still want more. You're utterly wicked!"

Seeing that the Empress was indeed getting a little anxious, Chen Mo didn't dare to tease her anymore and waved his hand, saying, "This humble servant was just joking. Your Highness, please go ahead and wash. This humble servant will keep watch for you outside."

After saying that, he pushed open the door and went out.

The Empress finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Although the two were already very close, taking a bath together was still a bit too inappropriate for her.

After all, this means exposing the last hidden line of defense...

Little did she know, Chen Mo had already bathed with her, only this time it was underwater...

The Empress approached the full-length mirror and reached out to unbutton her dress.

The luxurious palace dress, like clouds spilling onto the ground, revealed her rounded shoulders and delicate collarbones.

The gaze follows the undulating contours downwards, revealing a flat stomach and a waist so slender it seems one could wrap one's arms around it, making her already voluptuous hips and buttocks appear even more alluring, exuding a mature and captivating charm.

"I think I've gained weight again recently..."

The Empress carefully compared the items, her expression somewhat troubled.

She has tried her best to restrain herself, only eating a small half bowl of food, but the fat is still growing rapidly in the right places.

Especially after establishing a relationship with the thief, her figure became more voluptuous. The new dress that the Imperial Wardrobe made a while ago is now a bit too tight for her...

"But the little thief actually quite likes it."

Recalling the amazed and infatuated look in Chen Mo's eyes whenever he looked at her, the Empress's face flushed slightly, and she muttered to herself, "I wonder what's going on in that guy's head all day..."

If she hadn't remained rational, she probably would have been completely taken advantage of long ago!
"Judging by the days, the day of the grand ceremony is almost here."

"The situation in the southern border region has stabilized recently, and Li'er will probably be back soon. We must make sure she doesn't notice anything unusual then, otherwise, given her personality, the little thief might be in danger..."

The Empress, her mind in turmoil, removed her undergarments and stepped into the bath.

Just as I was soaking in the warm pool, I suddenly heard a clear female voice coming from outside the door.

"Lord Chen, what are you doing here?"

It sounds like it's Jinshu.

Chen Mo said, "It's nothing, I was just wandering around. What are you all doing here...?"

The voice of Hua Shan rang out: "Lady Sun told us to prepare in advance, saying that Her Majesty the Empress might come to bathe later... It's strange, Her Majesty usually comes to cleanse herself in the evening, so preparing now seems a bit too early..."

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The Empress was stunned for a moment upon hearing this.

How did Lady Sun know she wanted to take a bath?

Could this person possibly be able to predict the future?

"Lord Chen, you'd better not linger here. This Xuanqing Pool is where His Highness bathes. If others see it, it might have a bad influence," Jinshu kindly reminded him.

As she spoke, she and Hua Shan were about to enter the bath.

"Ahem." Chen Mo coughed and stepped in front of the door, then suddenly realized, "Oh right, I just remembered, His Highness wanted to see you. He rang the bell for a long time but no one showed up. He seemed quite angry."

"Really?"

The two gasped in surprise.

As the Empress's personal attendant, if you fail to respond promptly, you'll be punished!

"Lady Sun told us not to enter Zhaohua Palace, this is terrible!"

"Thank you for the reminder, Lord Chen!"

"It's alright, you should go and take a look."

Chen Mo watched the two walk away quickly, his brows furrowing involuntarily.

No wonder I didn't see a single palace servant after leaving Zhaohua Palace. It turns out that they were sent away by Lady Sun.
Could she have discovered something?

"Chen Mo, has he left?"

A moment later, the Queen's voice, barely audible, came from the bathroom.

Chen Mo replied, "I've already sent him away, but he might come back later."

The Empress was silent for a moment, then said in a low voice, "Why don't you come in first..."

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Chen Mo looked completely bewildered.

If it weren't for his keen senses, he would have thought he misheard.

"Your Highness, are you sure?" Chen Mo asked hesitantly.

The Empress stammered, "Don't overthink it. I'm not telling you to do anything reckless, but if you wander around outside and someone bumps into you again, it might be hard to explain..."

"Alright, then I'll come in."

"……Um."

Chen Mo pushed open the door and went inside.

The bathroom was filled with steam, and clear water gushed from the dragon's mouth, but the empress was nowhere to be seen in the pool.

"Your Highness?"

"I am here."

A pair of eyes peeked out from beside the island platform in the middle of the pool, shifting nervously and not daring to look at him. They said timidly, "You can just stand there. Don't come any closer without my permission..."

"..."

Chen Mo's lips twitched slightly. "Yes."

The Xuanqing Pool is engraved with an array that can shield divine sense, making it impossible for outsiders to perceive the internal situation.

However, while in the bath, he was completely unaffected; even through the island platform, he could still clearly "see" the stunning scenery...

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……

The Empress scooped up some water and wiped her body.

Chen Mo was not far away, and he could vaguely hear her slightly rapid breathing... He couldn't help but feel a little nervous and embarrassed.

Fortunately, he remained relatively restrained and did not act rashly for the time being.

Sensing the somewhat awkward atmosphere, the Empress broke the silence by asking, "Now that you have obtained Yan Peizhi's 'evidence,' how do you plan to handle this matter?"

Chen Mo forced a change of heart and replied, "That is also the purpose of my visit to the palace today, which is to hear Your Highness's opinion."

After all, Yan Peizhi was, to some extent, part of the "Empress's faction," and if he acted arbitrarily, it might affect the interests of the Crown Prince's palace.

The Empress snorted coldly and said, "After you arrested Yan Linghu, Yan Peizhi did not come to me but went to Zhuang Jingming. He has already made his choice, so I have no need to show him any mercy."

"As for how to handle it, you can decide for yourself, there's no need to worry too much."

Chen Mo shook his head and said, "The Yan family is insignificant. The key is the young master Chu Heng, but he has covered his tracks very well, making it difficult to find concrete evidence of his crimes... It seems that we can only resort to some extreme measures now."

The Empress pondered for a moment and said, "The Prince Yu's residence and Qianji Palace have many intricate connections. It's probably not as simple as you think... But things have come to this point, and there's no room for reconciliation. Do whatever you want, and I will clear away any obstacles in your path."

"Thank you, Your Highness." Chen Mo said earnestly, "I'm afraid I can never repay Your Highness's kindness in this lifetime."

"Hmph, it's good that you know." The Empress said quietly, "If one day I and Yu Youhan break off relations, I hope you can stand firm on your position and never disappoint me."

"..."

The Empress seems to have said the same thing...

Why do these two always want to tear each other apart? Can't they just tear each other's clothes or stockings?

Chen Mo knew that the Empress and the Consort were irreconcilable enemies. The current situation was relatively stable, but as the plot progressed, the conflict would inevitably erupt one day.

"To truly resolve this matter, either I become the supreme ruler and overpower the imperial concubine, or I become the emperor and unify the harem..."

"The problem is, both of these options are a bit unrealistic!"

Chen Mo sighed silently.

The only variable at present is the dragon aura on his body, but the extent to which it can ultimately achieve remains to be seen.

At this moment, the Empress's voice interrupted my thoughts, "By the way, I heard that Ji Hongxiu came to the capital a few days ago, and it seems she even visited the Chen residence?"

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Chen Mo asked in confusion, "How did Your Highness know?"

"It was Ling Yishan who reported this to me. A supreme expert entering the capital is no small matter. If something goes wrong, he can't bear the consequences." The Empress paused, then asked, "What does Ji Hongxiu want with you?"

Recalling the shocking scene he witnessed that day, Chen Mo's brow twitched, and he downplayed the issue, saying, "The Daoist Master has always wanted to take me as his disciple, and this is why I've come..."

"You agreed?" the Empress asked, frowning.

"Of course not." Chen Mo said solemnly, "This humble servant remembered Your Highness's instructions and immediately and decisively refused."

"That's more like it..." The Empress's expression softened slightly, and she asked, "And then?"

"The Daoist was naturally somewhat dissatisfied," Chen Mo said in a serious tone, "but seeing that my attitude was firm, she couldn't say much and could only leave in a huff."

The Empress narrowed her eyes, a cold glint flashing in them, and said, "I knew she wouldn't give up. I haven't even settled accounts with her for the previous two incidents, yet she still dares to come knocking on my door?"

"Once the situation stabilizes, the first thing I will do is settle scores with the Tian Shu Pavilion!"

Chen Mo remained silent.

With great power comes great responsibility. As the strongest being, Dao Zun should have little pressure in taking the blame for a few wrongdoings.

"You did a good job this time." The Empress hesitated slightly, then said softly, "Don't just stand there like an idiot, come and help me wipe my back."

"Ok?"

Chen Mo looked blank. "A back rub?"

"What, you don't want to?" The Empress bit her lip lightly, her face slightly flushed.

Although Ji Hongxiu didn't succeed this time, it still made her feel a little threatened, after all, that crazy woman was capable of anything...

When dealing with an enemy who has no bottom line, you have to be even more ruthless! Chen Mo's throat tightened, "That's not it..."

"Then what are you standing there for?" The Empress said, barely suppressing her embarrassment. "It's just a back rub. If you dare to do anything reckless, I'll have Eunuch Jin chop you up!"

Chen Mo responded, "This subordinate obeys..."

There was a rustling sound.

Immediately following was the sound of water splashing into the vessel.

As the water rippled, one could sense Chen Mo slowly approaching...

The Queen had her back to him, her heart pounding so hard it felt like it was about to leap out of her chest.

When those large hands landed on his shoulders, his body trembled slightly.

"Your Highness, I have been disrespectful."

Chen Mo scooped up some water and wiped his smooth, jade-like back.

A tingling sensation spread through her body, making the Empress feel weak all over. She could only barely stand by holding onto the edge of the bathtub.

Chen Mo didn't do anything excessive, but dutifully rubbed his back and massaged his acupoints to relieve his tired muscles and fascia.

Her nervousness gradually subsided.

"Overwork injures the spleen, and depletes qi and fluids."

"Your Highness appears somewhat stiff and tired, likely due to overwork recently."

As Chen Mo pressed on the pressure point, he said softly, "Speaking of which, it is this humble servant who has caused Your Highness trouble..."

The Empress squinted her eyes contentedly and said in a languid tone, "Don't give me that. You're my person. If I don't help you, who will I help? Besides, Chu Heng is trying to overthrow the country. Even if you don't take action, I will never tolerate him."

"Speaking of which, as far as I remember, Prince Yu has been recuperating from illness all these years and has never appeared in public." Chen Mo asked with doubt, "What exactly is his illness?"

The Empress shook her head and said, "I don't know the specifics either, but this is true for all members of the Chu family. Whether it's the Emperor or Prince Yu, once they reach a certain age, they all cannot escape this fate..."

"The same was true of the late emperor. It is said that his death was extremely tragic, and even the most skilled physicians were powerless to save him. The greatest prosperity must eventually decline, as if it were a curse hidden in his blood..."

"This is also one of the reasons why the royal family has so few connections nowadays."

"Therefore, a saying also circulated in the palace..."

Chen Mo asked curiously, "What did you say?"

The Empress paused slightly, then said in a deep voice, "The mandate of heaven will eventually come to an end, and a true dragon cannot live forever."

"Can a true dragon not live forever?"

Chen Mo felt a slight chill.

Is this the inevitable fate of the royal bloodline?

That means he doesn't need to bother dealing with Chu Heng at all; the guy will naturally die in front of him.
"and many more……"

"Perhaps Chu Heng's elaborate schemes and willingness to take enormous risks to cooperate with the demon race are not merely for the sake of seizing the throne, but also for prolonging his life? Is this the reason he cultivates evil arts?"

"What does the Eight Desolations Demon-Slaying Formation have to do with this so-called curse?"

Chen Mo seemed to have vaguely sensed something, but he couldn't confirm it for the time being.

“However, based on my understanding of Wu Lie, he will never willingly face death, but will stop at nothing to prolong his lifespan.” The Empress lay on the edge of the bath, her ample figure spilling out from her side. “That’s why I told you to be careful. There must be a deeper meaning behind his having the Crown Prince deliberately approach you.”

Chen Mo smiled and said, "Does Your Majesty intend to possess me?"

The Empress pondered for a moment, then shook her head and said, "That possibility is unlikely. Otherwise, the late Emperor would have done it long ago. This so-called 'curse' shouldn't be something that can be lifted simply by changing bodies..."

"However, it's better to be safe than sorry. You'd better keep your distance from the Crown Prince and not get too involved."

"Yes."

Chen Mo responded.

His palms roamed over her jade-like back, creating ripples.

The Empress's cheeks flushed, her eyes sparkled, and her breath carried the fragrance of orchids and osmanthus.

"However, Your Highness is the Crown Prince's mother. Given our relationship, should I be considered the Crown Prince's godfather or stepfather?" Chen Mo asked abruptly.

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The Empress paused for a moment.

Her face immediately flushed red, like a ripe tomato, and she said angrily, "What nonsense are you spouting! What godfather? That sounds awful! Besides, the emperor is still alive, and I have no official relationship with you, so how can I be considered a stepfather?"

With his superb reading comprehension skills, Chen Mo naturally understood the implied meaning: "So that means that when His Majesty passes away, Your Highness will finally be able to be with me?"

"Bah! When did I ever say such a thing!"

The Empress glared at him, feeling that something was off about the conversation.

I feel like an unfaithful woman, hoping her husband will pass away soon so she can be with her lover.

Thinking of this, I felt inexplicably down. After a long silence, I finally asked, "Little thief, will you find me repulsive?"

Chen Mo asked, puzzled, "Why does Your Highness say that?"

The Empress lowered her head and murmured, "Although my relationship with the Emperor is nominal, I am indeed married. Even if the Emperor were to pass away, I would still be a widow, the widow of the Chu family..."

As a woman who has lost her husband, if she really gets together with Chen Mo, she can only be considered a "remarried woman".

This is a deficiency in women's virtue and is never something that can be discussed openly.

"Well, that's right..."

Chen Mo stroked his chin, lost in thought and remained silent.

The Empress's slender hand clenched slightly, and she said nervously, "I don't care about titles or ranks. If you mind, then it's fine to stay as it is..."

Before she could finish speaking, Chen Mo said, "Now that we've covered the advantages, shall we talk about the disadvantages?"

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The Empress asked, puzzled, "Advantages?"

Chen Mo smiled, wrapped his arms around Yang Liu's slender waist, and whispered in her ear, "Your Highness may not know, but the words 'widow' are a bonus in my eyes!"

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The Empress was a little dazed, her almond-shaped eyes filled with embarrassment and shock.

This little thief is utterly absurd!

Before she could even react, her body suddenly trembled.

"Wait, wait a minute, what are you doing?!"

"Now that we've finished rubbing the back, it's time to rub the front..."

"..."

"Your Highness, please rest assured, trust in my professional competence. There were absolutely no ulterior motives; it was all done by technique..."

"..."

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Half an hour later.

The gate to Xuanqing Pool slowly opened a crack.

Chen Mo peeked out, looked around, and only after confirming that no one was outside did he push open the door and walk out.

The Empress followed behind, now fully dressed, her oval face still flushed, her eyes glaring at Chen Mo with a look that seemed both angry and annoyed.

"I shouldn't have believed this guy's nonsense. He's not honest at all... I had to wash myself several times, and I still can't muster the energy..."

"Your Highness, let's go first," Chen Mo said.

The Empress nodded and said, "Yes."

Palace servants may pass by at any time, so it is not advisable to linger here.

The two left the deep courtyard along a relatively secluded path and bumped into Lady Sun as soon as they arrived at the gate of Zhaohua Palace.

"This servant greets Your Highness."

Sun Shanggong bowed and greeted them, seemingly unsurprised that the two were together.

"Your Highness, the Crown Prince has arrived and is waiting for you inside the palace."

"What did you say?"

The Empress was taken aback. "The Crown Prince has arrived?"

“That’s right.” Lady Sun nodded and said, “It was brought by Lady Fan, who said she wanted to pay her respects to you.”

The Empress and Chen Mo exchanged a glance, their expressions somewhat strange.

We were just talking about the Crown Prince, and now he's come knocking on our door.

It seems that some things can't be avoided simply by running away...

"Let's go in and have a look."

The Empress stepped into the palace, with Chen Mo following closely behind.

Upon entering the inner hall, one sees a short figure sitting on a chair, swaying back and forth because his legs cannot reach the ground, his dark eyes curiously looking around.

Fan Sijin stood behind with her eyes slightly closed and her hands hanging down.

Upon seeing the two enter, the Crown Prince's eyes lit up. He jumped off his chair and quickly approached the Empress.

"My son has met his mother."

"No gift."

"Thank you, mother."

The Crown Prince straightened up, looked up at Chen Mo, and greeted him with a smile, "Chen Mo, it's been a long time."

Chen Mo cupped his hands in greeting, "This humble servant greets the Crown Prince."

"Where have you and the Empress Dowager gone?" The Crown Prince tilted his head and said, "I've been waiting here for almost half an hour."

I'm going to give your mother a bath...

Chen Mo muttered to himself, keeping his head down and remaining silent.

The Empress said calmly, "I had some official business with Chen Mo. Why did the Crown Prince come today without giving me any prior notice?"

Fan Sigui stepped forward, bowed, and replied, "Your Highness, Grand Tutor Lü has been on leave recently and has not been able to teach the Crown Prince. News has come from Qianji Palace that the Crown Prince should come and learn the art of governance from Her Majesty the Empress."

"Learn from me?"

The Empress frowned.

This has never happened before. It's too much of a coincidence that they came just as Chen Mo entered the palace.

The crown prince pouted and said with a wronged expression, "Mother promised last time that she would come to Linqing Palace to see me, but I've been waiting and waiting and she hasn't come... Does Mother not want to see me?"

"I……"

The Empress was at a loss for words.

Chen Mo cleared his throat and said, "Actually, Her Majesty the Empress has been thinking of you, but she has been too busy with official duties lately and just couldn't find the time... Since His Highness the Crown Prince is here today, how about we play a tense and exciting game of ball first, instead of studying later?"

The prince's expression immediately brightened, his eyes sparkling. "Really?!"

"Of course," Chen Mo said with a smile. "Your Majesty and I will be on one team, and you and Fan Sigui will be on the other. Let's see who has better ball skills."

"Great!"

The prince jumped and skipped excitedly.

Empress: ?
Fan Sijin: ?
(End of this chapter)