Demon, don't come any closer!

Chapter 2 Palace Intrigue System

[Mission Complete!]

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained the Spirit Serpent Blood Transformation Pill.]

[Spirit Serpent Blood Transformation Pill: Grade 9. Effects: Enhances Qi and blood, softens the waist and limbs. Note: Originating from the Holy Mountain Palace, it was crafted for the royal family of the Sun and Moon Demon Court and was specially made for the palace dancers.]

[Empress System: With slender waists dancing, the emperor is captivated. Host, please persevere and complete the talent of being as supple as a boneless creature as soon as possible.]

[Advanced quest triggered, automatically claimed. Please gain 100% favorability with the ferocious tiger.]

With a single glance, he saw everything clearly. Dou Changsheng couldn't help but curse the stupid system in his heart. He was really unlucky. A dignified and passionate man like him had actually been stuck with a palace intrigue system.

Taking a deep breath, Dou Changsheng knew the crisis wasn't over. Because of his "Innate Allure," the demon's charm was too strong, causing the ferocious tiger in front of him to mistake him for a monster, which was why he barely managed to save his life.

But this is only temporary. If the ferocious tiger finds out the truth, it will definitely devour him whole, after all, he is the flesh of Dou Seng that the ferocious tiger has been longing for.

Dou Changsheng understood the principle that the more you say, the more mistakes you make.

They didn't take advantage of the misunderstanding to seek any benefits; their only goal was to leave successfully, and their main focus was on composure.

So Dou Changsheng chatted carefully for a while, and then found an opportunity to say goodbye. Seeing Dou Changsheng about to leave, the giant sighed. Although he was a little reluctant, it had been a long time since he had been able to chat so freely with someone.

After all, Lang County is too small, and there are not many people who understand Buddhist principles.

But even the fierce tiger knew that too much of a good thing could be bad. As long as the other party was still in Lang County, there would be a chance to meet again, and they could talk again next time.

Having obtained the tiger's approval, Dou Changsheng immediately stood up and hurried towards the gate, walking with a powerful and unrestrained gait, as if countless demons were chasing him.

Dou Changsheng's heart was in his throat, he was extremely nervous, and he wanted to turn back to look several times, but he managed to restrain himself. He walked all the way out the door without encountering any obstacles, and only then did he finally breathe a sigh of relief.

Dou Changsheng had no intention of going back. He had barely escaped one disaster, and he wouldn't be so lucky if he had to do it again. However, it would be too dangerous to run out of Lang County.

This world is teeming with demons. Without the protection of the gods, one cannot survive outside the city. Infiltrating caravans is also impossible, as each additional person would consume more of the gods' protective power, and no one would be willing to help an outsider for no reason.

Unable to find a solution in a short time, Dou Changsheng could only hide in the county town for the time being. His idea was wonderful, but he gave up completely after only a few steps out the door because a young girl with a youthful appearance was staring straight at him.

The people watching you have been there all along, where do you think you're going?

For the first time, emotions flickered across the girl's youthful face. She said in surprise, "You actually survived, but Officer Zhao didn't come out. It seems that Officer Zhao is the one who died."

Just as Dou Changsheng was on guard, the girl paid little attention to the dead Constable Zhao and calmly said, "Let's go."

"We'll come again tomorrow."

"Tiger is very picky about food. The only one who can keep Tiger in line is the Dou family in the north of the city."

The girl was startled for a moment, but quickly regained her composure. Dou Changsheng was still not going to survive. It was the last year of the old master's term, and he planned to be promoted. Naturally, he needed to manage the various forces in the city. Only if the next year was peaceful would his performance evaluation be high, and everything else would fall into place.

Tiger Lord in the north of the city and Third Grandma Fox in the east of the city are both key targets of their attention.

After bringing Dou Changsheng back home, the girl did not leave but stood guard at the door, coldly saying to Dou Changsheng, "I don't know what happened today, but Tiger Lord ate Constable Zhao."

"If Grandpa doesn't want to care, I don't want to get involved either, but as long as you behave yourself and don't cause any trouble..."

"Grandfather will never forget your sacrifice. After Grandfather is promoted, all the members of the Dou family will be taken with him. They will be given a lifetime of wealth, marriage, children, and a worry-free life."

Dou Changsheng sneered, "What wealth and status? They just think my Dou family's meat is so delicious that they can use it as capital to climb the social ladder."

I'm so worried. How am I going to get through tomorrow?

Ignoring the girl, he looked at his cheat system, the palace intrigue system—no, the empress system.

Although the name "Spirit Serpent Blood Transformation Pill" is not very appealing as it is intended for dancers, its effects must be very powerful. After all, it comes from royal offerings, and those four words instantly elevate its prestige.

However, there was no method of cultivation. As a pig being raised, it was impossible for Dou Changsheng to truly gain the power to resist.

He sighed inwardly, knowing that even with methods of cultivation, the problem couldn't be solved.

Cultivation is not something that can be achieved overnight; it requires a great deal of time. Unfortunately, Dou Changsheng lacks the very things that were most common in his previous life, and he will have to face the gates of hell again tomorrow.

Wait a minute, it's not that I don't know martial arts.

I was personally taught a martial art, a method for raising pigs, not a "health regimen".

Strengthening Qi and blood, regulating the body—these are official terms. In reality, it means making flesh and blood more chewy and tastier. It's a martial art with no lethality, and there's no other way to achieve it nowadays.

Even if his strength is still insufficient, at least he has a better chance of surviving. Having finally been given another chance to live, Dou Changsheng not only doesn't want to die, but also wants to live a wonderful life.

After closing the doors and windows, he slightly opened his mouth, and the [Spirit Serpent Blood Transformation Pill] appeared directly in his mouth, which he swallowed in one gulp.

He immediately began practicing the Three Health-Preserving Fists. These three moves were simple, and Dou Changsheng had practiced them countless times, so much so that they were ingrained in his bones.

This is a daily routine, honed through countless trials.

As he slowly threw a punch, the medicinal power of the [Spirit Serpent Blood Transformation Pill] began to take effect. The previously unremarkable punch now underwent a transformation, with specks of golden light, like a vast starry sky, continuously appearing.

The image of a human body with a snake tail was vaguely outlined, floating in mid-air, mysterious and profound, filled with Taoist charm, like a god or a saint.

The young girl, who had been resting with her eyes closed and standing calmly, suddenly looked up and gazed at the houses not far away. Her eyes widened in surprise.

Someone actually managed to master the ancient method by entering the realm of "Health Preservation Secrets".

Unfortunately, this is no longer ancient times.

The era of the Sun and Moon Demon Court is over.

Various auxiliary elixirs have long been lost and cannot be refined; it's a dead end.

However, Dou Changsheng's ability to enter the ranks through this means is commendable, both in terms of talent and perseverance. It's a pity he chose a dead end; otherwise, he could have been taken in as a servant and qualified to serve the master.

Being able to help Grandfather is Dou Changsheng's greatest fortune in this life.