No Responsibility for Pregnancy

Gu Qingfeng's eyes lit up slightly upon hearing the words "Emperor Demon Sword."

"By the way, Senior Brother Sect Leader, given my talent now, am I qualified to participate in the Emperor Seed Trial?"

The expressions of those around him turned peculiar as they all looked toward Dugu Wei.

Dugu Wei said, "Junior Brother Gu, I’ve already decided not to let you take part in the Emperor Seed Trial."

Gu Qingfeng was shocked. "Senior Brother Sect Leader, I just said you were a reliable person, and now you won’t even let me take the trial?"

"That’s not what I meant. What I meant is, you don’t need to take the trial—because you’ve already been selected as the Emperor Seed."

"There’s such a good thing?"

"With your talent, Junior Brother, even a young Heavenly Emperor could be instantly defeated by you. A mere Emperor Seed Trial would just be a waste of time."

"So when can I get my hands on the Emperor Demon Sword?" Gu Qingfeng asked eagerly, his face full of delight.

"Soon."

"How soon is 'soon'?"

"Once you reach the Heavenly Human realm."

"What?!" Gu Qingfeng exclaimed. "The Heavenly Human realm? I thought becoming the Emperor Seed would grant me control over the Emperor Demon Sword! If I’m already chosen, why wait?"

"Junior Brother Gu, there’s something you don’t know. The Emperor Demon Sword has long since turned demonic. The situation is far more complicated than it seems—even with your unparalleled talent, you wouldn’t be able to handle it. If the sword were to backlash against you, the consequences could range from damaging your foundation to outright death. For the Sword Sect, this would be an unprecedented disaster. That’s why we must wait until you’ve reached the Heavenly Human realm before you attempt to wield it."

Gu Qingfeng immediately refused to accept this. If even he couldn’t handle it, then no one in this world could!

Precisely because the Emperor Demon Sword had turned demonic, he was confident he could control it. If it hadn’t, then maybe not.

But he couldn’t say this outright—no one would believe him, and it would only make him seem overly eager, raising Dugu Wei’s suspicions.

"Junior Brother Gu, can you tell me why you’re so eager to obtain the Emperor Demon Sword?" Dugu Wei asked, seemingly offhandedly.

Before Gu Qingfeng could react, Meng Yan, standing nearby, grew anxious.

My ancestor! Can’t you at least act a little restrained?

You might as well write 'I want to claim the Emperor Demon Sword for myself' on your forehead!

That’s the Sword Sect’s greatest treasure—you can’t rush this!

Meng Yan feared that Gu Qingfeng’s recklessness would alert others and ruin his own plans.

Gu Qingfeng, however, didn’t hold back. "It’s an Emperor Weapon! The strongest weapon in the world—who wouldn’t want it? Of course I do. Once I have the Emperor Demon Sword in hand, I’ll command the world! Whoever dares oppose me will be slaughtered!"

Command the world? Who dares oppose?

The expressions of the various peak masters twitched. You really have no filter, do you? Just saying whatever comes to mind.

Others at least knew to be subtle, spouting platitudes about serving the Sword Sect—but you? You’re not even pretending.

Still, no one was particularly surprised. After all, when Gu Qingfeng first joined the Sword Sect and underwent the Heart-Questioning Stone trial, his words had been far more brazen than this.

Hearing Gu Qingfeng’s blunt honesty, the wariness in Dugu Wei’s eyes visibly lessened, his gaze softening.

Meng Yan secretly sighed in relief, marveling at the situation. What kind of person puts others most at ease?

The kind who never hides their desires.

If I crave the Emperor Demon Sword, I’ll show it openly—making my intentions clear. Someone like that is far more trustworthy than those who conceal their motives.

"Junior Brother Gu, let’s discuss the Emperor Demon Sword another time. For now, focus on your cultivation." As he spoke, Dugu Wei retrieved a handful of yellow soil from his spatial ring and handed it to Gu Qingfeng.

"What’s this?" Gu Qingfeng asked, sensing an incredibly rich concentration of earth essence emanating from it.

"This is Profound Earth Essence—the finest treasure for condensing Earth Vein Power. Given your talent, it won’t be long before you advance to the Earth Origin Divine Core realm. Use this to refine your foundation."

"Many thanks, Senior Brother Sect Leader." As someone who possessed countless treasures, Gu Qingfeng recognized its value immediately. With this, the Divine Core he formed would undoubtedly be of the highest grade.

"You are the hope of the Sword Sect’s revival. Our resources are at your disposal—no need for formalities. Now, Junior Brother Gu, return to your cultivation."

Gu Qingfeng nodded and left without another word.

Once he was gone, Dugu Wei’s expression turned solemn as he began discussing matters with the peak masters.

The Sword Sect was in decline, yet it had produced such a prodigy. It was like a child walking through a crowded market holding gold—far too dangerous. They had to prepare early.

If the Sword Sect could overcome this hurdle and allow Gu Qingfeng to grow, the sect’s former glory would surely be restored!

......

Gu Qingfeng returned to his cave abode, only to be greeted by a fragrant breeze the moment he stepped inside—followed by a warm, soft figure throwing herself into his arms.

It was Ling Fei’er.

Her face was flushed, her eyes misty with admiration as she gazed at him like an infatuated fan.

"Uncle Gu~ You’re amazing! You actually defeated the Young Sword Heavenly Emperor in an instant! Fei’er loves you so much!" she cooed.

"Esteemed lady, please restrain yourself," Gu Qingfeng said sternly, sitting upright.

Ling Fei’er’s face reddened further. "Then could you at least move your hand away first? Let’s go inside."

And so, Gu Qingfeng was pulled into the cave abode by Ling Fei’er.

It was like the Tang Monk being dragged into the Spider Spirit’s lair—where the female demon couldn’t wait to devour him whole.

After a storm of passion...

"Hey, Uncle Gu, Fei’er really likes you. Do you like me too?"

"The wise do not drown in love. Getting pregnant—"

"—doesn’t mean you have to take responsibility."

Gu Qingfeng paused, studying Ling Fei’er’s sultry gaze. Has this woman actually fallen for me?

Well, of course. What woman could resist a man like me?

When Gu Qingfeng didn’t respond, Ling Fei’er continued, "I don’t care if you love me or not—I’m sticking to you. When you become the Heavenly Emperor in the future, I’ll be your Empress!"

"Dream on. At most, you’ll be a bed-warmer."

"I don’t care what I am, as long as I’m with you. You can’t abandon me. Uncle Gu… if one day—just if—you find out I lied to you, or that I’ve changed somehow… would you be angry?"

Gu Qingfeng’s heart skipped a beat. Oh no, the classic drama trope is happening. Is this girl about to betray the Human Demons for love?

Don’t do this!

I like Human Demons!

‘Changed somehow’—doesn’t that just mean turning into a Human Demon?

"Ahem… I think if you changed, I might actually like you even more?"

Ling Fei’er froze for a moment before her eyes sparkled with a strange light. A radiant smile curved her lips, her eyes crinkling into crescents.

"I’ve rested enough. Let’s continue," she murmured seductively.