Volume One, Chapter 22: Sun Yao

Atop his head sat a sleek black gold crown binding his hair, adorned with two short pheasant feathers. He wore a suit of armor forged from iron water, and beside him stood a swift white stallion called the Ten-Thousand-Mile Dragon Colt. Approaching two iron hammers, he slowly gripped one in his hand.

The two exchanged a knowing glance, their minds in harmony, silently understanding each other’s thoughts, and could not help but smile.

Pang Duo sighed. The corpse bore the unmistakable mark of Zhang Fan’s supernatural ability, confirming Zhang Fan as the killer, yet Jiang Yizhao still felt something was amiss.

Tang Yan had only taken two disciples in total, both raised with little emotional attachment. Yet, as their master, he ought to bear some sense of responsibility.

Sure enough, the moment I slipped free from Lin Mai’s embrace and looked back, three pairs of eyes were fixed on me—no, four pairs, including Old Lady Gu. But Old Lady Gu’s demeanor was far too sly. It was the first time I’d seen him like this, squeezed into the door crack, forgetting that his shadow still lingered outside.

In a remote corner, a middle-aged man darted about nervously, his face pale and drenched in fear.

You Qian seemed to have deduced a direction. Bear Noon, terrified of death, immediately dashed toward the place You Qian indicated.

Just like inside the Northern Fort, although cultivators were abundant, mortals were like the sea. After a long search, the two finally found a humble inn in that secluded area.

Moke’s face grew grave as he witnessed the terrifying power of the Tailed Beast Jade descending. Though previously confident in his defenses against ghost puppets, faced with the Nine-Tails’ Tailed Beast Jade attack, he felt nothing but dread.

Yet upon seeing this dagger, Xi Letian trembled violently with anger, and Cheng Feiguang’s expression turned exceedingly ugly.

At first, she thought Ji Meina was joking, but when Ji Meina unzipped, it seemed no jest at all. And as Ji Meina slowly let go, she realized Ji Meina was serious.

As for the singer’s performance today, I have my own professional judgment as a musician.

Ron and Hermione were clueless, having arrived a few days before Harry and been helping Mrs. Weasley with a thorough cleaning. This place was now the headquarters of the Phoenix Order and needed several more rooms tidied up—yes, Kreacher was still refusing to work.

The prince was cunning indeed. After eliminating the other two princes, he began to watch the conflict unfold, leading his soldiers in uniting various factions.

The empress thought to herself: The only thing I must do now is expose them as soon as possible, uncovering their entire conspiracy, and preferably wiping out Nanli’s entire faction to ease the hatred in my heart.

She clearly felt a certain oppressive force coming from the stone steps, but it was not pressing down on her body.

She hadn’t even absorbed the power of her subordinates, nor did she mix in sand to weaken them—she allowed her strength to grow and even supported it.

Though the black storms conjured by the Night Pigeon were fierce, the deep blue water curtain defense of the Nine-Headed Sea Serpent’s seat was no less formidable. Upon contact, the two forces immediately locked in a tense stalemate.

He roared and charged at Yazhi, disappearing midway only to reappear above Yazhi’s head, sword poised downward, aiming to pierce its forehead.

“Go, chase after him with me!” Zheng Riyang decisively left the bar. Seeing his men armed, he shouted anxiously, “Put those things down! We’re not here to attack anyone.” He feared the guitarist might misunderstand and provoke trouble, turning a small risk into a big loss.

“Well-timed!” Tang Yuan laughed heartily, then chose to clash head-on. This approach was more exhilarating. He also suppressed his cultivation to match that of the elder in the blue robe, appearing evenly matched.

I had arranged to meet Dr. Ivy three days later. Since I was to stay in Shanghai for several days, I had to prepare Chen Tu in advance, giving him some psychological readiness. If he was reluctant, I still had a few days to persuade him.

Gu Rushan hesitated. After all, it was just a bug; making a fuss would make the production crew think she was too delicate. Yet if she didn’t find it, she’d feel uneasy and unable to sleep peacefully.

For some reason, now looking at the Wind Beast and the Raccoon Cat, they seemed adorable. Even the dull-witted Qilin before me no longer felt so annoying.

After hearing her words, Tang Yuan’s face flushed. He couldn’t very well admit he was apologizing for spying on her yoga class. He needed a nobler excuse.

Chen Tu’s hand first remained motionless, then trembled slowly. It slipped free from my restraint, wandering over my abdomen, and finally Chen Tu’s eyes reddened.

Mu Siyin leaned on He Tingyu’s shoulder, watching the familiar faces of her parents and relatives, as if they were right before her, smiling and offering blessings.

“Bastard! Does he want to die or what? Open up more!” At this moment, Gu Tian’s face hardened, regretting using such immense power.

Noticing Gu Beimo’s attention was diverted, Luo Qianmo gave a faint, half-smile, lazily watching the A-class group opposite.

“Five hundred thousand! Everyone, show some face—this treasure belongs to Zhao!” At that moment, a young man suddenly shouted loudly. The noisy auction hall fell considerably silent as those ready to bid hesitated and fell quiet.

In good spirits and with a hearty appetite, having eaten and drunk well, I finally adjusted my direction and took flight toward that swamp.

“Clan Leader!” The three elders, including the Ninth Elder, suddenly sensed waves of unease and hurriedly shouted, but their words came too late.