The enmity between the Demon and Dragon Clans was well-known, and accusations between them were frequent. However, the mysterious death of a prodigy with the True Dragon bloodline had always seemed unusual to the Demon Clan. As a result, they had been investigating the true cause of Long Xiaoxiao's father's death for years.
The maid named Ya Rou was no ordinary human but the Demon Clan's Holy Maiden, Gongsun Yarou, an expert in disguise and illusion. She had infiltrated the Dragon Clan's secret realm decades ago to uncover their secrets.
Gongsun Yarou had discovered the Dragon Clan's plan to use the True Dragon blood essence and dragon core to activate the Dragon Transformation Pool, achieving a complete metamorphosis and ultimately becoming the dominant race. If they succeeded, their first target for establishing dominance would undoubtedly be the Demon Clan.
Despite knowing the Dragon Clan's secret, Gongsun Yarou couldn't transmit the information back to the Demon Clan while she remained within the secret realm. Noticing the Dragon Clan's special treatment of Xiao Fan, she decided to use him to convey the message.
Her approach to Xiao Fan wasn't accidental; it was a deliberate move to get close to him. Being chosen by Xiao Fan was merely a stroke of luck.
After hearing Gongsun Yarou's revelations, Xiao Fan was deeply shaken. If what she said was true, Long Xiaoxiao was in grave danger. And once he outlived his usefulness, the Dragon Clan would likely dispose of him as well.
But how could he be sure that Gongsun Yarou was telling the truth? Her eagerness to divulge everything seemed suspicious.
Curious, Xiao Fan asked, "How can you be sure I'll believe everything you say? What if I don't believe you and tell Long Xiao that you are from the Demon Clan? Wouldn't that put you in danger?"
Gongsun Yarou suddenly smiled tenderly, her plain features inexplicably becoming alluring and seductive.
"Brother Xiao Fan, are you worried about me?" she asked, her voice soft and sweet.
Her delicate waist seemed boneless as she effortlessly sat on Xiao Fan's lap, her smooth, fair arms draping over his shoulders.
She exhaled softly near his nose, "Brother Xiao Fan, I fell deeply in love with you the first time I saw you."
"I've given you my heart; you can't betray my true feelings," she whispered, her eyes filled with affection.
Xiao Fan frowned, feeling uncomfortable.
Outside the Hao Tian Mirror, the Northern Ming Empress Leng Ruoxue angrily cursed, "Shameless!"
She had no particular opinion of the Demon Empress until she saw this disgraceful attempt to seduce her master, Xiao Fan. It enraged her.
The Heavenly Fire Empress Huo Linger was equally furious. This enchantress was too brazen! She would have to be closely watched to prevent her from approaching Xiao Fan again.
The Taiyin Empress Wen Yaxian, though also disapproving of the Demon Empress's shameless behavior, remained rational. The important issue was the secret about the Dragon Clan.
If the Demon Empress's words were true, then the Dragon Clan's plot was indeed grand.
The onlookers were stunned. The Dragon Clan intended to transform and dominate, turning all other races into livestock. If true, Xiao Fan's alleged collusion with the Demon Clan might have saved countless lives.
Long Guang couldn't stand it anymore. "Slander! It's all slander!"
"We Dragons have always been peaceful. We don't have such ambitions!"
"This is just the enchantress slandering us!"
The Demon Empress, Gongsun Yarou, looked at him pityingly. "Oh, little mudfish, why so anxious? Whether I'm slandering or not, just watch."
Despite his initial confidence, Long Guang felt a creeping unease. But as the Dragon Clan's leader, he couldn't show any weakness.
Inside the Hao Tian Mirror, Xiao Fan found the Demon Empress's behavior distasteful. He considered standing up and throwing her out but sensed someone approaching the courtyard.
Gongsun Yarou also noticed, suddenly hugging Xiao Fan tightly, pressing her face to his chest.
"Brother Xiao Fan, I'm scared," she said, feigning fear.
Though unhappy, Xiao Fan didn't want to arouse suspicion in front of the visitor.
"Looks like I came at a bad time," Long Xiao remarked, amusement on his face.
He had thought Xiao Fan was a moral man, only to find him no different from others, though with peculiar tastes.
With Long Xiaoxiao's True Dragon bloodline needing stability, and her reliance on Xiao Fan, Long Xiao intended to keep him content for now.
"Brother Xiao Fan, I won't disturb your fun. These are medicines to stabilize Xiaoxiao's bloodline. Please keep them in mind," Long Xiao said, leaving the medicines and departing with a laugh.
Xiao Fan focused on the medicines. If Gongsun Yarou's words were true, these could be poison for Long Xiaoxiao.
Concerned, Xiao Fan couldn't afford to be careless with Long Xiaoxiao's life. Even if he didn't fully trust Gongsun Yarou, he had to remain cautious of the Dragon Clan.