Baili Ye intended to curry favor with Mo Zisang.
The number of disciples recruited by the Immortal Sect for each affiliated country was too small. He knew he might not be able to secure a spot, so he planned to bribe the Enforcement Elder separately to obtain one.
"Your Highness."
At this moment, a palace servant hurried into the room, appearing hesitant.
Baili Ye immediately sensed the servant's unease. He glanced at Mo Zisang on the soft couch.
Mo Zisang currently held two beauties, their upper bodies bare, nestled in his arms. His hands were also busy, roaming freely over their bodies.
Baili Ye averted his gaze and looked at the servant, "Is there no one else here?"
The servant lowered his head, his attitude respectful, "You asked me to invite Miss Feng earlier, but Miss Feng said she was busy and left."
These simple words struck Baili Ye like a slap to the face, causing his expression to darken instantly.
In the past, Feng Ninghe had been clingy and always obliged his requests. Now, however, she was indifferent, dismissive, and had even refused his invitation.
His eyes became thoughtful.
Could it be that because he chose Feng Tongtong, Feng Ninghe was jealous and was deliberately giving him the cold shoulder?
Mo Zisang's interest was piqued. He stopped his actions and looked up at Baili Ye, "I heard the spot in the Immortal Sect was originally Feng Ninghe's, but it ended up with Feng Qingcheng. What's going on?"
In response to the question, Baili Ye explained, "It was rumored that Feng Ninghe accidentally fell off a cliff and died. One of the recruitment spots belonged to the Duke Zhenguo's mansion, and it was then passed down to Feng Qingcheng, the eldest daughter of Feng Guangyao, who now manages the mansion. Who knew she wasn't dead."
After explaining, he couldn't hide his surprise and looked at Mo Zisang, "How did Elder Mo know about her?"
Mentioning Feng Ninghe, Mo Zisang's mind conjured the image of that graceful figure.
He unconsciously squeezed the beauty in his arms, lust burning in his eyes, "This young lady is truly beautiful. Even Feng Qingcheng doesn't compare to her."
As a man, Baili Ye understood Mo Zisang's infatuation with Feng Ninghe.
At this moment, Baili Ye's thoughts raced.
Mo Zisang was notoriously lecherous. Offering him beautiful women was the best way to get him to do favors.
If he presented Feng Ninghe, perhaps this Enforcement Elder would agree to his request.
Feng Ninghe was pure and elegant. As she grew, she became even more beautiful. He hadn't even had a taste of her yet, and giving her to Mo Zisang would be a waste.
However, compared to beauty, he craved power more. Only by entering the Immortal Sect could he hope to ascend to the position of Crown Prince.
After weighing his options, Baili Ye looked up at Mo Zisang and said with conviction.
"Elder Mo, I have some history with Feng Ninghe. I have a way to deliver her to your bed. I wonder if such a great beauty could be exchanged for a spot in the Immortal Sect?"
Baili Ye seized the opportunity to state his demand.
The lust in Mo Zisang's eyes intensified. He stared at Baili Ye's face for a moment, then chuckled, "I am the Enforcement Elder of the Immortal Sect, responsible for allocating spots. If you can do it, what difficulty would that be for me?"
Mo Zisang flipped over and straddled a beauty, his long fingers lifting her chin.
Compared to Feng Ninghe, the two beauties in his arms paled significantly.
If Feng Ninghe were beneath him, it would be unspeakably beautiful.
*
Feng Ninghe returned to the Duke Zhenguo's mansion. First, she went to the Great Elder's residence.
She had previously promised to treat his old hidden injuries in exchange for three conditions, and she would not go back on her word.
The treatment was extremely effective, and the Great Elder was overjoyed. He saw hope of breaking through to the Nascent Soul stage and took Feng Ninghe's request to heart.
Afterward, Feng Ninghe went to the Duke Zhenguo's mansion's treasury.
"Miss."
The young attendant guarding the treasury bowed respectfully upon seeing her.
Before she could enter, a figure rushed over.
Feng Tongtong arrived in a hurry. Seeing Feng Ninghe, she slightly frowned in annoyance and sternly reprimanded the attendant, "Open the door quickly. My mother is ill and needs some medicinal herbs."
The key to the treasury was now in Feng Ninghe's possession.
To enter the treasury, she needed Feng Ninghe's permission.
The attendant instinctively looked at Feng Ninghe, remaining motionless, clearly awaiting her decision.
"She cannot enter."
Feng Ninghe spoke, her clear voice falling slowly.
This made Feng Tongtong furious. She looked at Feng Ninghe in disbelief, "My mother needs medicine. What's wrong with me taking some herbs from the treasury?"
When Feng Guangyao held the treasury key, she could come and go as she pleased, and no one dared to stop her.
But with Feng Ninghe's arrival, she couldn't even enter her own family's treasury. It was ridiculous!
Feng Ninghe glanced at her calmly and unhurriedly said, "A family has its rules. Even taking medicine requires a process. Who knows if your hands will be clean after entering the treasury."
Her cold voice was devoid of any extra emotion.
However, Feng Tongtong interpreted her words differently. She suddenly raised her hand to slap Feng Ninghe's face, muttering, "You're always making trouble. What's wrong with me taking medicine from my own family's treasury!"
Her slap did not reach Feng Ninghe's face.
A small beast leaped from Feng Ninghe's shoulder and swiped its claws fiercely at Feng Tongtong!
This swipe left several scratches on Feng Tongtong's arm.
Xiao Zhao grumbled with slight dissatisfaction, glaring at her with its bright blue eyes as if in defiance. It returned to Feng Ninghe's shoulder and whimpered.
Hmph!
Still trying to hit its mistress, doesn't it know its own limits!
"Ah!"
Feng Tongtong stomped her foot in anger, her face turning red with rage. She trembled, pointing at Xiao Zhao, "This stupid beast dared to injure someone! I'll throw it to the wild beasts!"
Looking at the woman in front of her, flushed with anger, Feng Ninghe slightly raised her eyes and looked at her coldly, "This is the Duke Zhenguo's mansion. The treasury is also the Duke Zhenguo's treasury. How is it yours?"
Over the years, Feng Guangyao's family had usurped the Duke Zhenguo's mansion and treated it as their own home.
Her words choked Feng Tongtong, almost causing her to lose her breath.
"Third Miss, the elders are here!"
Seeing the situation turn unfavorable, the retreating maid brought the elders.
Accompanying the elders were two younger members of the Feng family.
Feng Tongtong felt as if she had found a pillar of support. She pouted, tears welling up in her eyes.
She quickly rolled up her sleeve and revealed her arm, scratched by Xiao Zhao.
The several wounds were exceptionally clear on her fair arm.
Feng Tongtong's delicate voice was filled with grievance, "It's good that the elders have arrived. Everyone knows my mother's illness. She can't sleep without medicine every day. I wanted to get medicine from the treasury for my mother, but Feng Ninghe not only refused to let me enter the treasury but also injured me!"