He still did not feel contented even after he started taking the pills and gaining his power. His overambitious desire to be immortal eventually led him to fall for the plan.
A young maiden's blood was the best for retaining longevity, but it could also lure one into the demonic path.
Every pill that the Emperor ate had blood in it.
Once the master had given his orders, the person would become one of their tools...
The night grew darker as silhouettes of trees swayed inside the palace's inner court.
The Emperor was dressed in all gold as he sat in the darkest corner. His expression was not visible and only the bloodstain on his lips could be seen, making him look quite eerie.
From across the barrier screen, Eunuch Gao did not dare to raise his head to look. Trembling fearfully, he kept his head lowered. Even his fingers were shaking violently.
The Emperor glanced in his direction, his voice was cold when he spoke, "Did you see it?"
