BTTH : I am Thunder Emperor

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Qing Lin?

Staring at the familiar face deep within his mind, Mo Yu froze for a moment. He hadn't expected to encounter this little girl here.

What surprised Mo Yu even more was the Black Emperor Sect's title for Qing Lin.

Young Mistress of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion?

His silver eyes flickered, and when he noticed Qing Lin's current cultivation, Mo Yu's gaze involuntarily flashed with astonishment once again.

Two-Star Dou Huang!

It had only been two or three years since they last met. Not only had this little girl become the Young Mistress of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion, but her strength had also broken through to the Dou Huang level. Her speed was even faster than Mo Yu's!

However, recalling the time in the original story when Xiao Yan encountered Qing Lin in Central Plains, with her terrifying Dou Zong strength, Mo Yu quickly understood.

The Triple Jade-Green Snake Flower Pupils bloodline was indeed extraordinary.

As Mo Yu looked at Qing Lin, she seemed to feel something as well. Her beautiful eyes shifted slightly, and when she saw the handsome face she had longed for, her exquisite face froze for a moment. Then, in her calm green eyes, a trace of surprise and joy flashed.

Qing Lin's change was quickly noticed by a white-haired elder beside her. Following her gaze, he frowned when he saw Mo Yu and the three brothers from the Yao family, whose auras weren't weak.

"Young Mistress, what's wrong?"

Hearing the elder's question, Qing Lin's pretty face stiffened for a moment, then quickly regained its calm expression. Suppressing the joy in her heart, she replied lightly, "It's nothing. I just thought that person looks like someone I know."

"Oh? In that case, Young Mistress, don't forget the important matter at hand," the white-haired elder reminded her.

Upon hearing this, Qing Lin's brows slightly furrowed, and her expression turned somewhat displeased. "You don't need to worry about this, Elder. Qing Lin has everything under control."

With that, Qing Lin continued walking forward. However, as she passed Mo Yu, her steps slightly paused. Unintentionally, a spiritual transmission reached Mo Yu's ears, and Qing Lin, as if nothing had happened, continued walking ahead.

"Young Master, Qing Lin will come to see you tonight."

Hearing her transmission, Mo Yu couldn't help but show a contemplative expression as he gazed at her increasingly distant and graceful figure. He realized that Qing Lin didn't seem to be as free as she appeared.

The white-haired elder, being the Grand Elder of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion, was no small figure. In Mo Yu's eyes, he had likely already reached the Dou Zong level, possessing the strength of a Two-Star Dou Zong.

This level of power stood at the top of the Black Corner Region, which also revealed the strength of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion. No wonder it had such a powerful reputation on the Northwestern Continent.

However, although the white-haired elder appeared indifferent, his sharp old eyes kept focusing on Qing Lin. It seemed as though she wasn't the Young Mistress of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion, but rather a prisoner under supervision.

Realizing this, Mo Yu couldn't help but sigh inwardly. "It seems Qing Lin's position in the Heavenly Serpent Mansion isn't as ideal as I thought."

He rubbed his chin, remembering that in the original story, Qing Lin had left the Heavenly Serpent Mansion for unknown reasons and headed to Central Plains alone. It seemed there was some hidden truth behind it.

Shaking his head, Mo Yu stopped guessing further.

Since Qing Lin would come to find him tonight, he'd ask her about it then.

Following the guidance of the Black Emperor Sect's subordinate, Mo Yu and his group wound their way through the massive Black Emperor Pavilion. After some time, they finally arrived at a vast and peaceful resting area.

The environment in this rest area was very tranquil, with lush green trees surrounding the pavilions and courtyards. A faint fragrance wafted through the air, refreshing the mind. Mo Yu found this peaceful place to be quite satisfying.

This vast residential area was divided into three sections: Heaven, Earth, and Human. The Human section was for those who were well-known powerhouses or forces within the Black Corner Region. Generally speaking, anyone who had reached the Dou Wang level would be eligible to stay there. As for the Earth section, only those who reached the Dou Huang level or had a significant reputation in the region were qualified.

The Heaven section was the most luxurious area, where only the top powerhouses or forces comparable to the Black Emperor Sect could reside. Those who met both of these criteria in the Black Corner Region were extremely rare.

With Mo Yu's and the Yuan Manor's current influence, they naturally stayed in the Heaven section.

As for the Heavenly Serpent Mansion, Mo Yu inquired with a nearby maid, and unsurprisingly, they too were staying in the Heaven section.

After walking through the vast residential area for a while, Mo Yu and his group finally arrived at the Heavenly section. Following the room numbers, they quickly found their residence.

"Alright, you all go ahead and rest. You've worked hard today," Mo Yu said, waving at the three Yao brothers with a smile.

"Hehe, it's nothing, Manor Lord," the three Yao brothers grinned, then bowed to Mo Yu, saying, "We'll take our leave now. If the Manor Lord needs anything, just let us know."

"Mm." Mo Yu nodded, watching as the three brothers left before opening his door.

"Creak."

Gently pushing the door open, Mo Yu stepped inside. A quick glance revealed that the room not only had a living area but also a side chamber and a specialized secret room for cultivation.

Looking at the fully equipped residence, even Mo Yu, with his picky tastes, couldn't help but marvel.

"Since that's the case, I'll wait for Qing Lin to arrive," Mo Yu muttered as he entered the room and casually took a seat in the living area.

He could tell that Qing Lin seemed to be holding something back, not wanting to expose their relationship. Mo Yu was curious about the trouble Qing Lin had encountered in the Heavenly Serpent Mansion.

With that thought, Mo Yu, still tired from the day's events, didn't immediately rest. Instead, he closed his eyes and began to relax, preparing to recuperate.

In the dead of night, the pale moon hung high in the sky, casting dim light over the now silent Black Emperor City. After a busy day, most people had already fallen asleep.

Even the Black Emperor Pavilion had quieted down, with only the occasional chirping of cicadas breaking the stillness.

In this quiet atmosphere, an unusual sound suddenly reached Mo Yu's ears, causing him to slowly open his eyes.

"Qing Lin, you're here."

Opening his eyes, a light cyan figure immediately came into view—Qing Lin.

"Young Master, it's me!" Upon seeing Mo Yu, Qing Lin's face immediately lit up with joy. Then, as though recalling something, she spoke with a slightly apologetic tone. "I'm sorry, Young Master. I didn't mean to avoid meeting you earlier today."

Mo Yu smiled softly upon hearing her words and gently patted Qing Lin's head. "It's alright. I know you must have your reasons. Otherwise, you wouldn't have come to find me in the middle of the night."

Approaching Qing Lin, Mo Yu looked into her beautiful green eyes. He could clearly see that the Qing Lin before him was no longer the little girl from a few years ago, but rather a fully grown woman.

In terms of beauty and grace, she might even surpass Ya Fei.

After Mo Yu patted her head, Qing Lin's face and eyes flushed slightly.

Back then, Mo Yu had been her savior, rescuing her from the Mo Clan's clutches. He was the only person in her life who had never looked down on her and had given her warmth, leaving an indelible impression on Qing Lin's sensitive heart.

"Long time no see, I didn't expect you've grown up so much," Mo Yu softly remarked, gazing at Qing Lin. He couldn't help but recall the shy, fragile little maid from years ago.

"You've changed a lot too, Young Master. You've become even more handsome," Qing Lin shyly replied.

Her words brought a gentle smile to Mo Yu's face. Despite her current strength as one of the top fighters in the Black Corner Region, Qing Lin still felt an awkwardness when facing him. It was as though she were a child in front of a stern parent.

"If you don't mind, you could call me Brother Mo Yu," Mo Yu teased, remembering that she was now the Young Mistress of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion.

Qing Lin quickly shook her head in response. "No, no, I'd prefer to call you Young Master. I like it that way," she said, nervously twisting her fingers. This appearance hardly resembled someone as powerful as the Young Mistress of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion.

Mo Yu smiled, not minding at all. His eyes remained fixed on Qing Lin. "I remember when you were taken by the people of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion. I didn't stop you for your own future. So, how are they treating you? Have they made things difficult for you?"

Thinking of the Elder of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion watching over Qing Lin earlier that day, Mo Yu furrowed his brow.

"They've treated me well," Qing Lin said. "They even trained me to become the next leader of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion. However... the Elders want to match me with the eldest son of the current Leader, especially the Grand Elder, who strongly supports the idea."

Qing Lin glanced at Mo Yu, her feelings conflicted. She didn't like this match, not only because she felt no attraction to the man, but also because her heart had already been marked by someone else.

Mo Yu didn't notice the complexity in Qing Lin's eyes. He continued, "So, what brings you to the Black Emperor Sect?"

At the mention of the Black Emperor Sect, Qing Lin's face flushed slightly, her lips biting nervously. "The Elders not only want to match me with the Leader's son, but they also want me to pass on the bloodline of the Triple Jade-Green Snake Flower Pupils within the Heavenly Serpent Mansion."

She took a deep breath before continuing. "To do this, they searched ancient texts and found a sixth-grade recipe for a pill that can strengthen the bloodline inheritance. This pill has great potency, but it's very difficult to refine. That's why the upper echelons of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion sent people to the Black Corner Region, hoping to find a high-level alchemist to help."

Qing Lin hesitated for a moment, then added, "The Great Elder happens to have a good relationship with the chief alchemist of the Black Emperor Sect. So, he took on the task and traveled from the Northwest Continent to the Black Corner Region."

Mo Yu's expression darkened. "I didn't want to be forced into a marriage with the Leader's son, so I volunteered to come with the Grand Elder to the Black Corner Region, hoping to find a chance to slip away. But the Grand Elder seems to have noticed my intentions, and he's kept a tight watch on me all this way, so I haven't had a good chance to escape."

Hearing this, Mo Yu frowned. He didn't expect the Heavenly Serpent Mansion to treat Qing Lin like a breeding tool.

"Humph, if the Heavenly Serpent Mansion is heartless, then they shouldn't blame us for being ruthless. Don't worry, Qing Lin, I won't let you marry someone you don't like," Mo Yu said coldly.

Qing Lin frowned in concern. "But... would I cause you trouble, Young Master? The Grand Elder's strength..."

Although Qing Lin's talent with the Triple Jade-Green Snake Flower Pupils was monstrous, and her power had grown quickly, she knew she was still no match for the old-timers in the Heavenly Serpent Mansion.

She didn't want Mo Yu to be dragged into a conflict because of her, which was why she had avoided acknowledging him earlier. She didn't want to be a burden.

Mo Yu chuckled and gently patted Qing Lin on the head, his smile carrying a hint of mystery. "By the way, I haven't congratulated you yet. You seem to have reached the Dou Huang level, haven't you?"

Qing Lin nodded. "Yes, with the help of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion, after my Triple Jade-Green Snake Flower Pupils matured, I can now create a space within my eyes, and control serpents to store them inside."

She continued with a smile, "Additionally, when I control serpents, their strength gradually weakens, as my Triple Jade-Green Snake Flower Pupils absorbs and devours their energy, which is then returned to me. That's why I've been growing stronger so quickly. Even among the younger generation of the Heavenly Serpent Mansion, almost no one can defeat me."

Mo Yu nodded thoughtfully, but then added, "There must be limitations, though, or you would have already reached the Dou Di level."

"Yes, Young Master," Qing Lin confirmed. "The absorption rate is quite slow, and with my current strength, I can only control Dou Huang ranked at two stars or lower, and no more than three at a time."

She stuck out her little tongue. "Also, I can only control beasts with serpentine bloodlines. For humans or other beasts, the effect is minimal and only offers some auxiliary benefits."

"Not bad, didn't expect you to grow this much. But don't worry, your Young Master may not be at your level yet, but I'm no simple person. Just recently, I founded a faction called Yuan Manor in the Black Corner Region."

He grinned confidently. "Though Yuan Manor is still no match for your Heavenly Serpent Mansion, the Heavenly Serpent Empire is thousands of miles away from the Black Corner Region. Their influence can't reach us here."

"Here, you don't have to worry about the Heavenly Serpent Mansion," Mo Yu said confidently.

In the original story, even the Blood Sect had dared to ambush people from the Heavenly Serpent Mansion. The Black Corner Region was not only infamous for its madness but also because the Heavenly Serpent Mansion's roots didn't extend here.

Now, Yuan Manor was making a name for itself in the Black Corner Region, rapidly growing, and it might not be so easy to intimidate.

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