BTTH: Starting from Capturing the Goddess - Chapter 140 - 144 – The Situation in the Jia Ma Empire

Chapter 140: Chapter 144 – The Situation in the Jia Ma Empire

“Improve cultivation talent?”

Hearing those words and seeing the bright, confident smile on Chen Mo’s face, Ya Fei was momentarily stunned.

As the legitimate daughter of the Mittel Family, her cultivation talent had always been subpar. Now at the age of twenty-one, she was merely a Two-Star Dou Zhe.

What was worse, she had only reached that level through the heavy use of pills and medicinal herbs.

However, she had been born stunningly beautiful and naturally became a pawn for political marriages to benefit her family.

To seize control over her own fate—under constant suppression from the family—Ya Fei had come to Wu Tan City. She had to prove herself through the achievements she once vowed to deliver, to show she was more than just a pretty face. Only then could she hope to regain control of her life.

So for Ya Fei, her lack of talent in cultivation had always been her greatest regret. If she had been born with a stronger gift, her life would not have been so exhausting.

Hearing that her innate talent could be improved left her completely dumbfounded.

“W-What do I need to give in return?”

She knew that certain rare pills and natural treasures could improve cultivation aptitude—but those were priceless and legendary.

With her current status and capability, she had no way of obtaining such things.

“You don’t need to give anything. Didn’t I already say this? Right now, you and I are in a close partnership.”

Chen Mo intentionally emphasized the word close as he retrieved a small jade bottle from his storage ring and handed it to her.

“This is a Foundation Establishment Pill. While it won’t turn you into a genius overnight, it can significantly enhance your cultivation potential. Consider it a gift—free of charge.”

“A gift… for free?” Ya Fei’s charming peach blossom eyes widened, her chest rising and falling rapidly as her breath quickened.

Chen Mo nodded.

The so-called “free” gifts often carried the greatest value.

Seeing his confirmation, Ya Fei felt her emotions slipping out of control—not from sadness or despair, but from excitement and disbelief.

She couldn’t understand why he treated her so well.

Ever since her mother passed away, Ya Fei hadn’t met anyone this kind. The men who tried to approach her were always drawn to her beauty, their intentions far from pure.

But Chen Mo—he had never once shown any sign of lecherous intent.

Ya Fei’s delicate nose twitched as she sniffled slightly, and a strange feeling began to stir in her heart toward Chen Mo.

At that moment, on Chen Mo’s side—

[Ding. Favorability +1. You have received 1 Favorability Coin.]

[Ding. Favorability +1. You have received 1 Favorability Coin.]

[Ding. Favorability +1. You have received 1 Favorability Coin.]

[Ding. Favorability +1. You have gained one incense stick’s worth of Enlightenment Time.]

[Ding. Tenfold Favorability triggered. You have obtained a Heaven-Tier Low-Level Dou Technique: Phantom Demon Form.]

Phantom Demon Form: A movement-type Dou Technique.

A smile spread across Chen Mo’s face.

It’s finally here—this fills in the gap in my speed!

While his Kunpeng Wings boosted his agility, the amplification had limits. If combined with Phantom Demon Form…

He’d be capable of attacking, defending, and escaping with ease.

An all-in-one technique.

Now all he needed was a solution for his high Dou Qi consumption.

Ya Fei’s favorability had already reached 72.

Chen Mo looked at the tears of joy in the corners of Ya Fei’s eyes and knew it was time to initiate a more intimate gesture.

He immediately stood up and walked over, gently wiping her tears away. Then, he took out a handkerchief from his storage ring and handed it to her.

“Isn’t this a good thing? Why are you crying?”

His voice was soft, and his face wore a kind smile.

Staring at his face so close to hers, and feeling his warm hand brushing against her eyes, Ya Fei froze for a brief moment before her cheeks flushed crimson.

She quickly took the handkerchief and let out a small yelp, instinctively pulling away to create some distance.

“Th-Thank you… I’m just really happy.”

[Ding. Favorability +2. You have received 2 Favorability Coins.]

“Mhm, as long as you’re happy. I’m counting on you to grow stronger and help me out someday.”

Chen Mo sat down on the chair where Ya Fei had just been sitting and casually asked, “So, how’s the information gathering on the sixth-rank Magic Beasts going?”

“Within the Jia Ma Empire, aside from the Purple Crystal Winged Lion King in the Magic Beast Mountain Range and the royal family’s guardian beast, the Nether Sea Flood Dragon, there are no other sixth-rank Magic Beasts. However, in the Magic Beast Forest near the border between the Jia Ma Empire and the Chu Yun Empire, there are two: the Darkgold Demon Tiger King and the Azure Thunder Blood Eagle.”

Ya Fei’s heart pounded wildly. She struggled to suppress the emotions surging in her chest and reported everything she had managed to gather during this time.

Hmm…

If I tell her the Darkgold Demon Tiger King and the Azure Thunder Blood Eagle are already dead, will she freak out?

Chen Mo mused to himself.

Suddenly remembering something, he asked, “By the way, why are there so many refugees in Wu Tan City all of a sudden?”

He sighed inwardly, knowing he wouldn’t be able to cultivate his Golden Body Technique for now.

The flush on Ya Fei’s cheeks slowly faded. She took a seat at the table, surprise flickering across her face.

“You don’t know?”

“I’ve been in seclusion these past few days. How would I know?”

“You…” Ya Fei initially wanted to say ’Aren’t you close to the Snake-People Tribe?’ but swallowed the words at the last moment. She then replied solemnly:

“The war has begun. The Snake-People Tribe has crossed the border. The empire’s defensive line was instantly broken by Queen Medusa. No one expected it, but Queen Medusa has already taken human form—she’s become a Dou Zong.”

“Oh.” Chen Mo remained calm. Two months ago, the dear Queen had mentioned coming to the Jia Ma Empire to scout the enemy and had even asked if he would try to stop her.

So Chen Mo had been mentally prepared.

What he didn’t expect was for the war to erupt so soon.

“What’s the current situation?” That was what truly concerned Chen Mo.

Ya Fei gave him a sidelong glance, as if deliberately teasing him. “You’d never guess—besides Queen Medusa, the Snake-People Tribe has another Dou Huang powerhouse.”

“According to intelligence from within, that Dou Huang apparently looks exactly like Queen Medusa.”

“Oh?”

“You’re not surprised?”

Ya Fei was taken aback by Chen Mo’s still-composed expression.

She couldn’t understand it. When this information first reached the Jia Ma Empire, the entire nation was thrown into shock and fear.

The only reason humans had ever been able to drive the Snake-People into the depths of the Tagor Desert was because of their superior numbers in high-level experts.

Now, three of the Jia Ma Empire’s top ten experts were gone, while the Snake-People Tribe boasted eleven Dou Wangs, one Dou Zong, and one Dou Huang.

Even if the Jia Ma Empire and Chu Yun Empire joined forces, they wouldn’t be a match.

Not to mention, those two empires were ancestral enemies.

“I already knew,” Chen Mo said, glancing at her. “So, did the Misty Cloud Sect make a move?”

Ya Fei’s eyes widened again. “You knew that too?!”

“The Misty Cloud Sect has always had its eye on the Jia Ma Empire. With the Snake-People pressing in, they wouldn’t just sit back and watch.”

Chen Mo spoke calmly.

“Yeah, the royal family has already allied with the Misty Cloud Sect. They’re currently negotiating with Queen Medusa, but the latest outcome is still unknown.”

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