Collapse Iron: After watching the simulation, they all turned to the dark side.

[Krydella: @March 7th, you, go and divide the forces into five groups to fight against the Black Tide.]

In fact, this was Lu Qing's original goal; he was also thinking about how to get closer to the princess.

Katniss is such a kind person; she even knows to bring a pillow when someone is sleepy.

Meanwhile, Katniss continued her incessant chatter.

"Lu Qing, remember this: when dealing with that blue-haired little dwarf, it's best to be ruthless. Make her completely fear us, and don't let her have her own thoughts. Let her be a puppet on a string. If she behaves well, you might get to taste what it's like to be a golden princess."

Katniss smiled coldly, then abruptly changed the subject.

"But if your teaching is inadequate, I will not forgive you, and I will check on you when I have time."

"Your subordinate will certainly do so, and will not fail in your mission, hehehe." Lu Qing laughed and accepted Katniss's order.

"Go ahead."

Upon hearing this, Lu Qing turned around, suppressing the urge to cup her ugly face with his long, slender fingers, and walked toward Princess Keludela's bedchamber.

It's such a strange feeling. Seeing her ugly face makes me want to grab her and melt her instantly.

Habits are terrible.

[Hanabi: Lao Gusi: looking my eyes! ! ! 】

However, the current situation does not allow Lu Qing to act impulsively.

Regarding the training of Princess Krydella, you choose:

"A. Reveal your identity, provide meticulous guidance, and focus on a nurturing approach."

"B. Show your strength, make your demands, and ask her to find a way to fulfill your wish to get your father out."

"C. Continue with the punishment approach, disguise yourself as yesterday's blond-haired girl, and teach her the basic etiquette of a puppet princess."

"D. Actual operation."

It was indeed a difficult choice; Lu Qing was somewhat troubled by the options, something he hadn't done in a long time.

First, there's option A, which he doesn't intend to choose. Raising a princess? What a joke!

My harem is about to explode. If I add any more people, whoever wants to save this princess can save her. It's none of my business anyway.

[Astara: Waaaaah, he cares about me, he has me in his heart.]

[Fireworks: @Estella, to be blunt, you're only fit to guard the room door.]

[Black Tower: Seeing my little follower think that way, I'm relieved.]

[Ruan Mei: Ah Qing has really changed; this simulation definitely won't make me sad.]

[Haiserin: I don't even want to think about what I'll call Prince Caesar if Qing manages to win over Crydella.]

[Crydella: Can't you have a little faith in me? I am the Empress, the real Empress!!! Speak, and I will come! I will see! I have conquered Caesar the Great.]

[Firefly: A chronicle of time, recording!!!]

[Hanabi: Oh my god, it's the cunning Matcha Little Cake Master! You guys are hopeless.]

Regarding the remaining options B and C, Lu Qing hesitated for a moment before deciding to first give the still young princess a good beating.

After all, the simulation will take a long time, so there's no need to rush. Taking it slow is the best option.

Crydella is not a naive and innocent girl like Estella. If she were to catch him red-handed, who knows how things would turn out.

[Hanabi: Crydella: You don't want Katniss to find out that you possessed that blond guy, do you?]

[Aglaia: To be honest, this really sounds like something Caesar would say.]

[Krydela: Jinzhijue, you've been talking a bit too much today.]

"You stepped through the door, your cold eyes fixed on the expressionless princess who sat quietly."

"Ceredra remained unchanged, appearing perfectly calm."

"But Ahha will tell you a secret: she's all bark and no bite; her back is soaked with sweat."

To be honest, Lu Qing couldn't tell at all, but he wasn't surprised. The young princess now was far from being the shrewd and resourceful Kerudela of the future.

Right now, she's just a piece of sweet fish on the chopping board.

If that's the case, then things are much easier.

"Your Highness, I am your future teacher. You may call me Lu Qing. Of course, I advise you to put away those unnecessary thoughts to avoid suffering any unnecessary physical pain."

Krystal stared at the masked, blond man with a forced smile, a strange sense of incongruity rising in her hands.

Those clear, deep blue eyes gazed intently at the boy before them.

"Oh?! You may not know, but the power my golden blood grants me allows me to see through a person's soul and appearance? My friend, you wouldn't want me to expose your infiltration of the Cleansers to Katniss, would you?"

Krydella suppressed her fear, raised her head and looked up at those increasingly cold eyes. She bit her tongue hard, drawing blood.

At this moment, I absolutely cannot back down. If I do, I'll just be a sweet blueberry cake that anyone can manipulate.

Fear continued to take root and sprout. Logically speaking, Lu Qing's current attitude and cruel gaze should have been enough to break down the psychological defenses of any girl her age.

Indeed, those who will become future rulers are always much stronger in spirit.

Then, Lu Qing pulled out the dagger reflecting the chilling light from his waist and approached with a sinister grin.

He still didn't believe it; fear is human nature.

Damn it, I'll scare you to death! You actually dared to threaten me.

It's really contrary to Tiangang.

Chapter 88 Each to their own needs

Lu Qing approached step by step, while Kerudela retreated helplessly until her beautiful back pressed against the cold wall.

The boy wearing a black mask raised the dagger in his hand high, and Krydela couldn't help but recall the tragic image of the former princess before her death.

But she remained silent. Reason told her that the blond-haired boy in front of her would never kill her with a single blow, but fear is a biological instinct.

When she met those cold, venomous eyes, her petite body trembled uncontrollably.

"If you come any closer, I'll call for help. Katniss won't allow you to kill me," she said fiercely.

The black-clad youth in front of her merely glanced at her before extending his slender hand from his sleeve.

A tide, seemingly from nowhere, formed a curtain of water that enveloped the princess's vast palace.

The scene before my eyes was like a miracle.

Lu Qingyue went down the steps, walked up to Kerudela, and grabbed her chin.

Do you really think I wouldn't dare kill you?

Upon hearing this, Blueberry Cake seemed to breathe a sigh of relief. She raised her hand and stared into those cold, vertical pupils that seemed to flow like lava.

"The moment you asked that question, I knew you wouldn't kill me. Let go, don't scare me anymore."

Lu Qing simply let go, feeling a bit dreadful about life.

It seems he's completely outmaneuvered now; he can't do anything about Krydella in front of him.

Damn it, how did things get to this point?

Lu Qing stopped pretending and withdrew her venomous gaze, which quickly softened and became clear, like a spring.

“Crydella, since you’ve figured it out, let’s sit down and have a proper talk.”

At this moment, the blueberry cake in front of Lu Qing also breathed a sigh of relief, clutching her chest and panting heavily, her left foot resting on her right, her graceful arches curving into the shape of a bowstring.

"Alright, tell me your reason for infiltrating here?"

Lu Qing sighed softly and then briefly explained the whole story.

"Our goals don't conflict at all. You won't make things difficult for me, and I won't make things difficult for you. Isn't this the best choice?"

Kerudela did not follow Lu Qing's lead, but instead spoke meaningfully:

"To be honest, granting a general amnesty is indeed just a matter of a word from me. All I have to do is propose the bill and say a few nice words to Katniss, and the bill can be implemented. But why should I help you?"

Lu Qing fell silent for a long time before slowly speaking.

"Say it, what do you want? Stop keeping me in suspense."

"I want you to assist me in becoming a king with real power, not a puppet princess."

Lu Qing guessed that if Katniss heard this, she would chop off Crydella's head on the spot.

However, it is clearly difficult to assist Krystalla.

Therefore, Lu Qing was not keen on helping such an ambitious person.

"I'm sorry, but my abilities are limited, and I'm afraid I can't help you with this."

Kerudela raised the corners of her lips and pointed to the water curtain surrounding the palace.

"You call this limited ability? I feel like your strength is no less than that of the legendary ocean demigod!"

Lu Qing finally understood what it felt like to lift a rock only to drop it on your own foot.

And for some reason, he hated Krydella's scrutinizing eyes, as if they could see right through him.

Krystal continued to scrutinize the black-clad youth before her, her blue, glassy eyes weighing the weight of his soul.

"A tangled color."

"The color of kindness."

"The evaluation is that of a false absolute realist."

This situation proves that the other person is a soft-hearted person. And the best way to deal with a soft-hearted person is to tell about your own suffering and use their sympathy.

"Do you know? I wandered the streets and alleys of an unknown small town called Xuboer since I was a child. I had no fixed abode. In the cold winter, I could only wear a dark green coat with big sleeves. When the cold wind blew, it would pour into my sleeves, making me grimac and wince."

"Because of my unique pupils and blue hair, which is actually my identity as a Golden Descendant, those ambitious people discovered it and made me the best puppet candidate for the next princess. I had no choice but to accept it and had no right to resist. So I could only seize every possible option that might save me."

“I can tell you think I’m shrewd and selfish, but I can promise that after I have everything, I can also fulfill all your wishes. Isn’t that a great investment in itself?”

After Keludela finished speaking, she pitifully tugged at Lu Qing's sleeve.

But with his Attitude Gu, he could tell that the other party was still acting. Lu Qingzhen found it disgusting. The other party seemed to know his weakness, making him feel like he was punching cotton, completely helpless.

"Stop your clumsy performance. I can promise to help you. Just call me if you need anything."

Lu Qing withdrew the water curtain and turned to leave without looking back.

Kerudela stood there, stunned.

She could sense the disgust in the other person's tone.

With her clearly high IQ, she immediately guessed the reason.

"Is it because I am an absolute utilitarian? Everything is based on my own goals?"

But I had no other choice...

I haven't had my coming-of-age ceremony yet.

That's unrealistic. I would have frozen to death, starved to death, or been killed by wolves long ago.

What can I do?

Stealing clothes, stealing food, raising a rusty mace, he faced a pack of snarling wolves all by himself.

Even though his palms were rubbed raw and bleeding, he dared not show the slightest fear.

This was the first time Krydela had felt so wronged, more uncomfortable than being frozen stiff from the cold, more uncomfortable than a cold wind blowing in.

But I must use you to escape this quagmire.

So be a utilitarian.

Everyone just takes what they need.

Thinking of this, Krydella's mind calmed down a little.

She was aware of her own peculiarity.

They can see through people's hearts.

They can see through lies.