Chapter 28: Severed

Lin Lu’s words left Huang Han stunned for a couple of seconds.

“Lin Lu, shrinking back when faced with difficulties is not like you.”

“Teacher Huang, I just don’t want to implicate Dream Builder.” Lin Lu looked at Huang Han with a hint of helplessness and spoke sincerely, “Even if you hold a press conference and let me explain, that day I only discussed a few things with Young Master Xu, nothing more…”

This was the first time Li Heng had heard Wei Shaoyi speak since arriving here. He let out a hearty laugh and said, “No matter, I’ll be on my way!” With that, he turned, pushed open the wooden door of the meditation room, and stepped outside.

Xu Qianqian shook her head repeatedly. The difficulty of advancement now was growing greater by the day, and predicting the next step seemed a distant dream.

Moreover, not every creature’s spirit is compatible with humans; there’s no principle dictating that Earth’s creatures must be compatible with mankind. In truth, it’s as if the Creator has woven the principle of “what is true becomes false, and what is false becomes true” into it. Perhaps this is also an invisible barrier deterring creatures from verifying this “legend.”

“At your command, High Priest.” Delia first responded with the military salute of Brownstar, then switched to the unique chest salute of the Temple. Bowing, she exited the bridge—clearly off to carry out her orders.

Fang Qifo and He Conglong’s attempts at persuasion were futile, and Bai Sheng’s efforts yielded no better result. “Don’t you want to live to see your dear Brother Qin?” Even after hearing this, Pang Qiuxia still refused to take the medicine.

The martial arts schools of the Summer Federation have developed over several centuries since their founding in the Dark Era. The total number of schools is not vast, but there are nevertheless around several hundred.

Since Cao Zheng had come, Bai Sheng kept him from leaving. Fearing his secrets would be exposed by Bai Sheng, Cao Zheng obediently stayed, teaching Bai Sheng staff techniques while probing him for information.

Yet, to their astonishment, they saw Bai Sheng take a bun from the steamer, split it in two, and couldn’t help but wonder: wasn’t Bai Sheng known for never eating meat? Why was he splitting open a meat bun?

“Huh?” This time, it was the mighty Lord of the Forest who was left speechless. In her mind, all Shu’er could do after learning the truth was to improvise upon entering. If all else failed, she could withdraw after getting the gist of things, devise a strategy, and then try again.

When Hong Xiang assigned the glorious task of capturing the enemy general alive to Dian Wei, Xu Chu was somewhat disappointed. But considering he had already made quite a name for himself, he finally accepted Hong Xiang’s decision.

“If you refuse to admit defeat, you’ll just have to lie here.” Xue Ne clasped his hands behind his back and spoke coolly.

Lin Jing deeply drove me to Song Zhe’s apartment. I’ve been here only a handful of times, always when Song Zhe needed me to play a role in his schemes.

I am inclined to believe the depths of this cave may well be where the Burial Ship lies. The stone dragon above serves as the tomb’s guardian beast.

“Of course, Jianran and Tingdong are the hosts; if they don’t mind, why should I?” Mo Qian replied calmly.

“Your Majesty, don’t distress yourself. If you don’t wish to intervene, then so be it. The eldest princess does need to taste a bit of hardship,” the Imperial Consort echoed in agreement.

“To be honest, I don’t have a single one left,” Chu Yi said, taking a sip of tea while surreptitiously observing Su Tiannan.

Just as Rujiu felt she was about to faint from lack of air, Xiao Hanyu reluctantly released her with gentle care.

I met his gaze and saw a trace of bloodshot in his eyes. He looked utterly exhausted, but beneath that handsome face, what kind of heart did he truly possess? I could never see through it.

Its hide was thick and flesh tough; though it took the blow, it only staggered back a bit, then opened its massive jaws and spat out a ball of black flame.

It’s hard to say—sometimes, habits like this are truly hard to fathom.