Volume One, Chapter 74: Shen Ruzhi, Why Must You Compete With Me?

Perhaps it was for this reason that her face appeared slightly fuller than before, bearing a hint of mature allure. The Jin soldiers, each wielding a light shield, were struck down in ranks and rows, sprawling across the ground; in the blink of an eye, over a hundred had fallen.

Qin Mo, who was inside a cabin on the boat tending to his internal energy, frowned at the sound of a knock on the door and impatiently called out. Otherwise, every member of the underground dark organization’s ranks was a person with special powers—who would willingly serve such an organization without extraordinary abilities?

Not wishing to waste too much time, Meng Zui simply reached out his hand, signaling Yuan Chenghuang to pull him up. Yet even if Lu Mingsi refused, she could still ride Lu Hengzhi's carriage; Lu Mingsi was merely doing a favor in passing.

Han Longhu, Wu Shijie, and Yan Huiyun were likely not traitors, nor had they colluded with Xu Yan. Even seeing that everyone inside was lying down, Jiang Tianfeng was not allowed in immediately; instead, the other entered first and then permitted Jiang Tianfeng to come in and shackle the captives.

“Naturally,” the Third Prince replied without turning his head, pushing the door open and leaving, leaving Su Youjun sitting in desolation within the room.

Upon hearing the news, Yun Liufeng realized the visitor’s intentions were ill and promptly informed Xia Fan. Unbeknownst to him, Xia Fan had just finished his business and returned, catching sight of the fierce-looking men outside. With a few quick steps, he melted into the crowd.

“Palace Lord, I suggest we examine the item in Han Bing’s possession. I fear it may be a counterfeit,” Ouyang Jie said, his eyes betraying a fervent interest, clearly harboring other intentions toward the Divine Bodhi Fruit.

On hearing this, even if Ye Yanqing was filled with reluctance, she could only dash toward the beast-infested forest. All three exchanged a look of helplessness, wanting to say to Ye Yanqing, “If you intend to do something wrong, at least don’t make it so obvious.”

Brother Hao seemed unfazed by pain, roughly tossing Liu Yue onto the bed and pouncing upon her in his impatience. At that moment, Princess Ruyu was thinking of Liu An and quickly approached the Sixth Prince, whispering in his ear, causing the prince to exclaim in surprise.

Nevertheless, he remained unafraid; ever since the incident at the Peace Hall, he had kept close to Dong Lianzhu almost daily. The scenario Akagi Yoshiko described was almost impossible. If it did occur, it would mean only one thing: he was already dead.

That sharp command was like a spell; the puppet soldiers fleeing the threshing ground halted in place, not daring to move. Those on the ground lay prone, many raising their hands in surrender.

“Senior Sister, rest assured. My master treats me as his own child. Even if you hadn't asked, I would do my utmost to help him reach the next level,” Yu Yan replied solemnly.

Her breathing had become steady; she was merely in a deep sleep, not in any serious danger.

“Yunze, I still have some matters to attend to. How about we discuss that project tonight at the ‘Ximei’ restaurant?” Leng Xianger smiled affectionately at Yun Ze after Tong Guai Guai left with her charge.

“Oh, I was just speaking offhand. We must mind our image in front of the children!” Long Ming regretted his words.

“Do the clothes the tailor made fit you well? Are you satisfied, my dear sister?” Xiaoxiao’s gaze was gentle, her eyes rippling like spring water.

Zhang Fan was ruthless, taking advantage of his enemy’s weakness. With a flurry of dagger blows, the dog was reduced in an instant to cultivation points for Zhang Fan.

Chu Yao was in despair. She realized the path she had chosen was one no one dared tread. When she walked down it earlier, she hadn’t even noticed entering. No wonder it was so dark—no one else dared to come here.

Since Tu Baobao was destined to detest him, he no longer feared her hatred growing deeper.

“Dean, please take care of her for now. I have something to deal with,” Yun Ze said, leaving Tong Guai Guai behind as he departed with his companion.

That afternoon, she went out to look for another job, but her efforts were fruitless. With no other choice, Shen Xinyi decided to wait and observe if any other opportunities would arise.

“Yaran, can you open the door? I have something I want to say to you.” Li Yilan’s tone unconsciously carried a hint of pleading.

Just then, the same chilling sensation she’d felt earlier washed over Fan Xueyi again. From the first appearance of the monster, her instincts had been spot-on. Now, as the creature attacked, she instantly pulled Lan Xi in front of her as a shield.

Only someone like Yuan Yuxue, a war machine with an almost perfect success rate, could manage such seemingly trivial details even amidst repeated perilous missions.

The moment the system finished speaking, all the crystals in the sky dimmed at once, transforming into identical rhombus-shaped crystals.

“What’s wrong, Ahe? Still can’t leave?” They couldn’t leave because all the bosses had chosen Energy Bureau technicians for installation, and with so few of them available, lots had to be drawn to decide the order.

With the spiritual items Meng Danyun provided, the Five Elements Lotus Platform he obtained from Hua Nongyue, and his own resources, he was able to almost entirely meet the requirements for the thirteenth refinement.

When the light stabbed like needles, Elias shivered, a chill running from his back to his skull.

Most low-ranking cultivators lived this way—every bit of silver poured into the bottomless pit of cultivation, never able to save up, their lives worse than common merchants or even landlords.

At first, the proctor thought he was trying to cheat and watched him like a hawk, eager to catch him in the act.

Yang Chanyan grew increasingly irritable, tempted to kick something, but in the end forced himself to hold back.

For him, it didn’t matter whether the demon sect or the righteous path prevailed. He had no right to meddle in world affairs; his only goal was to survive and grow in Yu County, focusing on his duty and steadily building his strength.

Eli loved red wine, but beer had its unique charm as well. Perhaps his experience with wine had strengthened his tolerance—he drank several pints of beer without getting drunk.

“…” Richard was stunned on the spot, Lampton froze, and Rogers, who had been enjoying the spectacle, immediately narrowed his gaze, fixing it sharply on Maud.

If they cut off cooperation, the national track and field and swimming teams’ results would plummet.

The fabric of this pouch was soft yet incredibly sturdy, crafted from the hide of a wild, powerful Gyarados. Hanako Maeda had found it in the spatial backpack left behind by the ghost-hunting Teto she had killed.