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Chapter 694 - 31: The Moon Palace Noble’s Execution and Exile

"Princess of the Moon?"Gu Mo pondered slightly; so it was such a person who came to Earth?

Speaking of which, the cause of this matter was actually not long ago... emmmmm, wait a minute, even by the timeline of this version, it was something from more than ten years ago! Is my sense of time becoming more and more qualified as a long-lived being?!

Such a strange thought flashed through his mind, and he couldn’t help but feel a bit emotional about the significant change in his concept of time.

Achieving immortal ascension, long life and perpetual observation.

Sailing with flying immortals, embracing the bright moon for a long journey.

Probably since his Spiritual Realm reached the level of "Immortal," all of this was destined, only he didn’t feel anything in the short term back then. It was after a long passage of time that he suddenly realized that his viewpoint and mindset towards time had become entirely different.

And at this time, the Monster Maiden opposite him was observing Gu Mo’s expression of sighing and lamenting. Not knowing what she interpreted or imagined, she couldn’t help but slightly pout, looking particularly strange.

This is how the matter was; one night more than ten years ago, a strange phenomenon abruptly occurred.

A streak of flowing light fell from the Moon Surface without warning, descending swiftly onto the distant land... This scene was so secretive that if Gu Mo hadn’t been comprehending the moonlight every night in those days, always paying attention to the changes in the moon’s phases, and if the Insight of the Cyan Star Pupil weren’t sharp and powerful enough—

Perhaps he wouldn’t have noticed the occurrence of this phenomenon.

In fact, it could be said that maybe only he himself on Earth happened to detect the occurrence of this phenomenon.

Immediately afterward, all kinds of divination and prediction methods failed. Evidently, not only were the moon people acting covertly, but they also did considerable counter-reconnaissance work... After Yakumo Zi learned about this, she too became serious and concerned. She was still holding some kind of vigilance towards the other side of the Moon.

After all, the moon people originally had a very aversive attitude towards Earth, right?

So suddenly taking action without any sign in such a secretive manner, what exactly were they plotting, and what was the light that fell? Is it a weapon the moon people used against Earth?

To be honest, having such suspicions is quite normal—it’s fine not knowing, but once you know, probably no one would think such a matter could be dismissed with a laugh. Who can guarantee that the moon people aren’t preparing a massive purge because of their excessive dislike for Earth?

The Monster Maiden immediately took this matter to heart, and even went back to the Moon to try to directly figure out what was going on.

However, during that period, something seemed to have happened in the Moon Capital. The atmosphere was particularly tense, and even all kinds of defense measures became more stringent, with guards stationed every three steps and sentries every five steps. The moon rabbits also seemed to have received some orders, maintaining complete silence about the happenings, refusing to discuss it at all.

She had to take a gamble, barely managing to gather some intelligence without exposing herself.

It turned out that the Moon wasn’t preparing an attack, nor planning anything for Earth’s purge, but a certain Princess of the Moon and Moon Sage had violated an absolute taboo...

Of course, Yakumo Zi didn’t immediately feel relieved and fully believe this explanation either. Instead, she continued to diligently investigate over the years, unraveling bit by bit, ultimately combining what she uncovered with the intelligence she collected, thus mutually verifying facts.

"So it really was the Princess of the Moon exiled to Earth?"

After listening to the Monster Maiden’s explanation, Gu Mo asked with great interest.

"Yes, it’s said it’s because they violated the absolute taboo, and then the Moon Sage, for some unknown reason, wasn’t held accountable at all. Instead, the Princess was pinned with all the blame and was directly sentenced to death, but since the execution failed, the Moon Capital chose to exile her to Earth..."

Yakumo Zi nodded, also giving him a slightly peculiar look, her gaze slightly playful: "What? You seem completely unaware of this?"

"Tsk tsk, both violating the taboo, yet the Sage is fine while the Princess gets directly executed..."

Gu Mo couldn’t help but click his tongue, slightly refreshing his impression of the Moon. If they both violated the absolute taboo, shouldn’t they be treated the same?

However, the Sage wasn’t held accountable, and the Moon directly removed him from the matter, putting all the major issues onto the Princess, executing and exiling her...

This operation is really worth criticizing; who knows what kind of political considerations are involved in the background, or if it’s simply a choice made due to interests? Perhaps the Sage is more important, more valuable to the Moon Capital, and in comparison, the Princess could be directly sacrificed...

Also, maybe to take all the responsibility for the matter, giving the general public an explanation?

Or, with a bit of conspiracy theory, could it be that the Moon Sage intentionally plotted against the Princess? Who can say for sure... Of course, it’s also possible Gu Mo is overthinking, after all, he knows nothing about the Moon Capital, or that Sage or Princess.

Purely reckless speculation from an outsider’s perspective. As for the specific truth, probably only the people involved know.

As for the question about Yakumo Zi, he shook his head confidently: "Of course, I don’t know, if I knew, I wouldn’t have asked Zi to investigate before. I don’t even know what the Moon Capital is like now..."

"I see..."

A strange light flashed in her beautiful eyes, but it was quickly hidden. The demon maiden opposite nodded slightly. Logically speaking, it indeed seemed to be the case. The other party could entirely refrain from telling her about the anomaly on the Moon’s surface, and she wouldn’t have noticed at all.

Since not even this person knows what’s happening on the Moon’s surface, he’s somewhat worried it might be a sign of action from the Moon’s surface. It’s likely evident he has long been out of sync with the Moon People. It’s also probable that his main body is no longer on the Moon since he now has no clue what the Moon Capital is like...

As for the momentary sorrow earlier, was it due to suddenly hearing the name of the Princess of the Moon, causing some emotional reaction?

This seems very likely, given that he was once of the same race as the Moon’s inhabitants, he should know that princess, or judging by his possible status, they might have been acquaintances... so what exactly caused him to part ways with the Moon Capital, to have such a falling-out?

However, this is ultimately a good thing, allowing the demon maiden to breathe a sigh of relief.

She had thought about this matter as well. In fact, from the moment the other party detected the anomaly on the Moon’s surface and expressed doubts about it by telling her, she had already guessed most of it. For certain reasons, she still felt a need to hear the person’s confirmation to be truly at ease.

"Hmm?"

Seeing the demon maiden exhale slightly, with a sense of relief, Gu Mo raised an eyebrow with slight confusion, just about to say something.

At this moment, Yakumo Zi had already diverted her gaze from him and started discussing something else: "The situation regarding the Princess of the Moon is mostly credible, we can confirm it further later... but before that, there’s another matter, do you remember that demon cherry blossom we encountered years ago?"

"That demon cherry blossom?"

Gu Mo thought for a moment, recalling the event from quite some time ago, about that gigantic cherry blossom tree quietly standing under the night sky.

It was evaluated by this demon maiden as very likely reaching a second Kazami Yuuka level demon tree... Following that, they continued to monitor it to some extent. Alas, as time flew by, they noticed that the demon cherry blossom never bloomed.

The few who knew about it mostly understood that if this demon cherry blossom tree could bloom once, it could truly become a demon.

However, since it never bloomed, it meant that this demon cherry blossom had not taken that step.

But upon thinking, it made sense; plant-type apparitions are relatively rare and it’s more difficult for them to become spirits compared to animals, not to mention a demon among demons like Kazami Yuuka. Producing one does not mean another will appear, it is a small probability within a small probability event.

Plus, everyone had their own affairs, not having the luxury to constantly monitor things, and gradually lost track of it.

After all, in this world, there are numerous examples of beings born with remarkable special abilities, powerful existences. This demon cherry blossom, though peculiar, wasn’t to an outrageous extent. They naturally couldn’t cover everything by spending all their time and energy monitoring such beings.

Now it seems, finally, there’s been a change?

"What? Has that tree become a real demon?"

"Not yet... but it probably isn’t far off, though this might not be a good thing because it’s a result of external force. Perhaps due to the unnoticeable gathering of so many humans near that demon cherry blossom over the years, they even built Kyoto nearby..."

Yakumo Zi glanced at him and sighed:

"Over these years, that tree has taken too much life, not just humans, but demons as well. You can probably imagine what happened. I discovered this matter purely by chance while tracking the Princess of the Moon to Kyoto."

"Absorbed too much life energy? Like a blood sacrifice, a tree originally with no inclination has gradually turned malevolent?"

Gu Mo frowned, quickly understanding what Yakumo Zi was implying.

The power of that demon tree was potent, and its abilities were hazardous. Yet, if it naturally became a demon, it might not necessarily be bad, as its personality remained uncertain; quite likely, it could be gentle and good-natured like most plant-type demons, though that too was uncertain.

—At worst, it might be akin to Miss Kazami’s situation, where she isolates herself, dislikes being disturbed, but should pose no threat so long as its territory isn’t encroached upon.

But now it’s different; if such a circumstance caused the tree to unnaturally become a demon... it’s only feared that from the moment it takes form, it’ll be a bloodthirsty, cruel, and violent dangerous monster.

Whether human or nonhuman, life in this world may all become food in its eyes.

No other reason, it’s become accustomed to it.

Simply because before its formation, its diet was already determined.