Time may heal all wounds, but it cannot erase the deepest scars in one's heart.
Five years have passed since we parted ways, and these five years have changed more than just one person's life...
Plum Manor is the territory of the demon and snake clans. On the surface, it is the best place for leisure and vacation, but in secret, it is the largest intelligence agency that can gather information on both humans and demons.
As steam rises from the open-air hot spring at Meizhuang, the only person bathing in the vast hot spring is a man with a strong physique. His skin is fair, he has strong abdominal muscles, and you can also see that he carries countless scars on his back.
He was wearing a red mask and resting with his eyes closed.
Suddenly, a woman with red nail polish reached out from behind and began to caress the wounds on the man's chest.
"My dear husband, your injury appears to be caused by a cursed artifact. I'm afraid it's incurable?"
Those bewitching emerald eyes, that soft, alluring figure, and that captivating face—she was truly a rare beauty! She leaned on the man's shoulder, uttering fragrant words.
As soon as he finished speaking, the man flashed and sat opposite her in the same position as before. He opened his eyes, his clear and beautiful eyes giving her a cold glance, and said indifferently, "I came to the Serpent Clan's territory this time only to recuperate. If there is anything that has caused Master Mei to misunderstand, please forgive me!"
"Oh? Is that so? You came to my Plum Manor not to see me, Mei Mei'er? My lord, you must be lying!" Mei Mei'er said with a smile.
Splash—
Gu Liyan stood up and beckoned with his finger. A white robe fell into his hand, and he put it on with his back to Mei Meier. "Master Mei, it's not a good habit to barge in while someone is bathing!"
After saying that, he left the bathhouse without waiting for Mei Meier's reaction.
Watching Gu Liyan's departing figure, Mei Meier said angrily, "Hmph, this guy came here not to see me. If it weren't for your strong physique, why would I, Mei Meier, stoop so low as to seduce you?"
You see, a man with such a strong physique is incredibly tempting to a snake spirit like her who absorbs essence to enhance her cultivation.
Just then, a maid stepped forward and said, "Reporting to the Master, the demon kings of the various mountain lords are on their way, and most of the weaker demons have already been eliminated."
“Very good, continue to spread the news. I want everyone in the demon realm to know that I, Mei Meier, am going to choose the male master of Mei Manor! I want all the males in the demon realm to kill each other for me, Mei Meier!” Mei Meier said with a smile.
"yes!"
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During these five years, Gu Liyan did not dwell on his obsession with Su Xian'er, but instead focused all his attention on how to maintain peace between the human and demon races.
He wanted to create a peaceful era for her, because only in this way could he feel that he had always lived for Su Xian'er!
Over the course of five years, he traveled to many places, challenged many races, and after defeating his enemies, he signed soul contracts, binding them to forever abide by the three great laws of survival for both humans and demons.
First, stealing human property is prohibited.
Second, it is forbidden to harm or slaughter humans.
Third, human love must not be forced.
The introduction of this law shocked all the evil demon forces, instantly making him countless enemies.
Even so, with Gu Liyan's powerful strength, those evil demons couldn't do anything to him!
The introduction of this law has had a huge impact on the human race, including most of the exorcists in the Heavenly Gate, causing them to lose their way to make money, and even causing a large number of exorcists in the human world to disappear.
Today, he came to Plum Manor simply because it was the first trading post between humans and demons. He wanted to take this opportunity to seize Plum Manor and further establish relations between humans and demons.
Unexpectedly, Mei Meier, the owner of Plum Manor, turned out to be a seductive snake clan chief, and she even intended to seduce him—
"It seems Mei Meier also has some unknown conspiracy!" Thinking of Mei Meier's arrogant demeanor, Gu Liyan felt uncomfortable.
Looking at the mask placed on the table, he said, "Fortunately, I haven't shown my true face all these years. If anything happens, I can hide in the crowd."
Thinking about the demon kings from all directions gathering tomorrow, Gu Liyan tossed and turned, unable to sleep. The whereabouts of the demon race had not been confirmed in recent years, and Hua Yuxian's whereabouts and intentions were also unknown. This was what worried him.
In addition, what Gu Liyan was most worried about was Su Xian'er...
"Xian'er, I wonder how you've been these past five years. Perhaps you've already forgotten me..."
Lost in longing, Gu Liyan fell into a deep sleep.
The next day, at the crack of dawn
A maid's voice came from outside the door, "Lord Ancient Demon King, the Master has sent us to serve you."
Gu Liyan rubbed his eyes, looking sleepy. "I don't need to be served. You may all leave!"
"Then—please, Ancient Demon King, come to the main hall of Plum Manor as soon as possible."
After speaking, the maids left.
"What's going on?" Gu Liyan frowned and got up to wash up.
At this moment, Mei Meier, who was dressed up, couldn't help but smile when she heard that Gu Liyan refused to serve her. "It seems that this guy doesn't dislike me, but rather he is not interested in women!"
"Your Highness, you are as beautiful as a fairy, this fellow is truly ungrateful," a bold little maidservant beside him hurriedly flattered.
Mei Meier glanced at her and saw that she looked only fifteen or sixteen years old, with incredibly clear and innocent eyes.
Mei Meier smiled coldly, "You're right. In this demon realm, if I, Mei Meier, say I'm second, then no one dares to say they're first!"
"Of course, our master is the most beautiful!" The maidservant hurriedly nodded and said.
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