The cold-faced and ruthless Iron Scale Buddha couldn't hold back any longer and let out a small hiss.

The Dice Heart Maiden presents herself in a hundred different ways: pure and lovely, charming and alluring... and so on, yet she has achieved the ultimate in all these aspects.

Even the toughest challenges can be overcome with gentle persuasion and won over by a woman's charm.

Auntie...

Since becoming the fourth leader of the Nine Gates, "Hundred-Faced Serpent," when has she ever suffered such a loss?

The next moment, a sharp, piercing gaze swept over.

Iron-Scaled Buddha sat upright, pretending not to see anything.

When the Dice Goddess turned around and her gaze fell on Qin Zhaoyue's face again, her smile became even more radiant.

But what welled up in his eyes was a coldness devoid of any warmth.

"Little sister, you should call me 'older sister'~"

Ignoring the fierce-looking face, Qin Zhaoyue innocently tilted her head.

"This... isn't that a bit inappropriate? It's too disrespectful to Auntie."

Dice Heart Lady's chest heaved, but she remained silent.

The next moment, Qin Zhaoyue sensed a violent gust of wind blowing from her side.

On the right, the sword flashes and draws its blade, a simple downward slash.

Only then did Qin Zhaoyue catch a glimpse of the fair hand waving towards her out of the corner of her eye.

But the old lady is still right in front of us and hasn't moved at all!

The blade grazed past, leaving afterimages, while the Dice Heart Maiden directly opposite her took three steps back almost simultaneously.

His gaze fell on Dou Zhan, and he gave him a flirtatious wink, "Little brother, you're quite skilled."

After saying that, she licked the corner of her mouth, exuding charm.

Uh… Qin Zhaoyue felt a chill; this old lady is a little perverted.

However, she didn't understand what had just happened, so she asked Yin Zhe telepathically, "What kind of technique is that? Is it a clone technique?"

"No, it's just that the speed was pushed to its limit."

Your Highness can be considered to follow the same path as Liu Yan, only your cultivation level is below the Divine Martial Realm.

Qin Zhaoyue understood. All her cultivation was acquired without real combat experience; however…

"Hey, Sister Yinzhe, they've already attacked me, why aren't you going to confront them directly? What are you waiting for?"

Yin Zhe ignored her and stood silently behind her without moving.

"No, they intended to assassinate the imperial heir, and you're not going to do anything about it?"

"Big sister? Aunt? Say something!"

Hidden Hibernation: ...

Why do they suddenly identify with someone they're close to?

She wouldn't take action unless absolutely necessary, and even then, she wouldn't reach the Divine Martial Realm level.

When I smashed the gambling table at the underground casino in Yuqianfang, I only used fourth-grade true qi.

The fourth rank doesn't matter; the Divine Martial Realm isn't something that comes easily, and everyone has a limited number of those.

Zhao Tai was inexperienced, but the head of the Nine Gates was at least a fifth-rank official, so he couldn't reveal any flaws.

Qin Zhaoyue rattled off a string of words, but received no response whatsoever.

I thought we'd just crush them like we did with the Four Seas Gang, but this is what we got?

Dou Zha sheathed his sword, ignoring the teasing from the Dice Heart Maiden.

Even though she used special spices to mask it, Dou Zan could still smell the sweetness hidden behind it.

So sweet it's... nauseating!

If one accumulates enough at the fourth rank, some extraordinary qualities will gradually emerge.

The Dice Heart Maiden exudes a strong aura of pleasure, and probably follows the path of love and harmony.

Dou Zhan was not interested in her; his gaze passed straight ahead to the Iron Scale Buddha sitting comfortably on the couch.

Even from two zhang away, the smell of blood on his body hit his nostrils.

The nostrils flared, a sense of gloom, dampness, wailing, and restrained excitement permeated the air…

Dou Zhan narrowed his eyes; he smelled a familiar scent.

His cultivation at the peak of the fourth rank was showing signs of weakening!

To reach the Divine Martial Realm, one needs not only advanced techniques and accumulated experience, but also a fortunate opportunity.

Dou Zhan never deliberately pursued any level of martial arts mastery.

After all, there were no death row inmates at the Divine Martial Realm in the "Nether Prison" under his command, so a fourth-rank inmate was more than enough.

Unexpectedly, a task I participated in reluctantly led to an opportunity for promotion.

The aura of the Iron Scale Buddha flickered and vanished in a flash, but he forcibly suppressed it.

His breathing became heavier, and the mere sight of them aroused a strong... excitement!

He was in charge of the Nine Gates of Punishment, and now, he sensed the presence of a kindred spirit in the person opposite him.

But when their auras clashed, it was he who lost control first.

Iron-Scaled Buddha abandoned his contempt; this enemy was no ordinary foe.

Even the Dice Heart Lady was so angry she laughed.

She hadn't been so humiliated in years, with one man calling her "Auntie" and another ignoring her completely!

"Little sister, you've taken the leader of the Four Seas Gang hostage and stormed my Nine Gates headquarters. What are your intentions?"

"Little sister"... Pshaw! Does she deserve that title?

"Don't talk nonsense. It was Zhao Tai who yielded to our domineering aura, bowed down, and insisted on abdicating and giving way to a worthy successor."

Qin Zhaoyue shrugged, looking helpless.

"I couldn't refuse their kind offer, so I had no choice but to reluctantly agree."

Zhao Tai: ...

He can make up lies so easily, but who would believe him?

Dice Lady's eyes darkened, her patience waning. "So?"

"I heard that the Four Seas Gang has a Nine Gates above it, so I have to come and take a look."

"Just to look?"

"Yes, now that we've finished watching, it's time for me to go. See you later."

As he spoke, he turned to leave.

Everyone was completely bewildered. Yin Zhe, who was blocking their way from behind, quickly called out, "Your Highness, what is going on?"

"Eh..." Qin Zhaoyue drawled, "Weren't some people supposed to be mute? How come they've recovered so quickly?"

Hidden Hibernation: ...

"Your Highness, we have a mission to fulfill and cannot retreat."

"What if I get assassinated? Would you care?"

Yin Zhe sighed inwardly.

However, based on her understanding of this man, she might really quit if she didn't get a definite answer.

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