Chapter 38: Gu Dong

Only in the VIP boxes, or through private wagers between guests, do the stakes reach astronomical figures—hundreds of thousands, millions, and at the highest levels, even exceeding a hundred million.

"Don't be surprised; Jin Bo even told me you two are friends for life," Song Jiu chuckled dryly, his tongue as sharp as ever.

After making the necessary arrangements, we left the hospital and returned to our hotel.

Unexpectedly, at that moment, a streak of golden light shot forth from Lou Yi’s hand, piercing directly through the palm manifested from the mist. He heard a faint, strange shriek in the air, and then the misty hand vanished.

Zhu Qing said, "It was to distract our attention, to keep us from noticing anything else."

"Qiangzi." Old Fu called out to Li Qiang in a low voice, took the suitcase Li Qiang handed him, placed it beside him, and pressed his hand firmly against the lid.

The events at B324, occurring in rapid succession, were all permeated with a sense of the bizarre that far exceeded the imagination and professional experience of a criminal investigation captain like him. Even now, unable to determine the cause of death for a single body, he had no better option than to seek help from Xie Dongya, a man of mysterious capabilities.

Everything within the "Mystic Light Mirror" was visible to the immortals present, all of whom were shocked by such demonic power.

Having achieved her goal, Zhou Ruoning became somewhat carried away. With a lingering smile in her eyes, she said, "I have a method that serves everyone's interests. I wonder if you would like to hear it, brother?" Relying on Lu Jue’s past infatuation with her, she was brimming with confidence.

Consequently, under the coercion and enticement of the Artifact Sect’s sect leader, Zhang Quan had compromised himself to become a guardian. Later, after Xiao Ao brought about his own destruction, the Artifact Sect feared the responsibility would fall upon them.

Although Nangong Yi found Nangong Ye’s words somewhat strange, he did not dwell on them; his entire focus was currently centered on the joy of his impending reunion with Ling Yuwei.

In 2002, another piece of Western Zhou bronze ware, the Gui Fu Dun, was returned. Like the warrior relief, it is now housed in the National Museum.

Xiao Lingxiao did not wish to rely on anyone, and this "anyone" naturally included Xiao Fengming.

"Being the subject of gossip is still better than sacrificing Jing’er’s happiness," Liu Run said indifferently. He looked toward the doorway in the direction where Yin Le had disappeared, hoping in his heart that she could truly help Jin’er this time.

***

The Lion Gang participating in the battle this time was a cavalry unit, each member having experienced numerous large-scale engagements.

If he obtained the Imperial Jade Seal, even if Nangong Yi returned, he would be powerless against him. But without the seal, even if he succeeded in usurping the throne, he could never gain universal recognition.

After learning of Hu Yue’s strength, Dunke, Isabella, and Faletan were fine, but Wells appeared somewhat anxious.

Blocking the charging skeleton horses, some cavemen were injured by their own spears, which were driven back into them upon impact with the steeds.

Every breath of air inhaled was searingly hot, as if it would set one's lungs on fire.

"So, since you, Mr. Xia, are teaching Mashiro how to create outlines, please put in some extra effort during this time to help her finish a manga quickly so she can enter next month’s newcomer awards," Iida Ayano said earnestly.

After a silent battle of eyes, Gong Yuyue gave up in defeat, powerlessly turning his face away, unwilling to continue looking at scenes that would make him cough up blood.

The poisonous powder only killed those who had charged in to fight earlier; the subordinates who had retreated afterward were completely unharmed.

Ye Yingfan was refining pills in the hotel. He had just consumed an eighth-grade cultivation-enhancing pill, hoping to elevate his martial arts.

Both A and B had accumulated seventy points, but they were "incited" by C’s behavior. In reality, they were infected by C’s emotions and ended up rushing to answer without proper consideration.

"If we don't sell, what are we supposed to do? Sit here and do nothing all day? And they will definitely come to cause trouble again tonight. We already lost over a thousand dollars' worth of food last night. Should we even restock today?" the owner asked.

Of course, it would never dare to convey these thoughts to Ye Yingfan; it could only ponder them in its heart.

"Hmph." Nong Xue turned her face away and snorted, using superficial disdain to mask the unease deep within her.

"Here, Unnie." Bae Yoorong handed over her phone; she had already prepared the address.

***

With the strength of a mere twenty-eight riders, they helped Xiang Yu cut through the dense blockade of five hundred thousand Han troops, charging out of the encirclement all the way to the banks of the Wu River.

"Your Highness, this old servant hasn't finished yet." The head eunuch wanted to report the transgression, hoping to make the First Prince see the true nature of Concubine Liu and the Fifth Prince.

The prince who plotted against him lacked virtue and wisdom, yet was elevated to a position of being beneath only one, but above ten thousand.

Jin Chaewon’s pupils had a brownish tint. In normal circumstances, it was impossible to notice, but at this distance, under the refraction of light, her amber eyes possessed a stunning, vivid beauty.

Two giant fireballs slammed into the ground and burst instantly, turning into a sea of crimson flame, yet the ground remained completely undamaged.

Zhang Ruo'an rolled up his sleeves, revealing his sturdy arm muscles. The winter bamboo shoots and yams were still glistening with water droplets, looking very appetizing.

Although he was only two years old when Madam Su was pregnant with the second Su son, he had a good memory and still held some impressions of the late Master Su.

Han Xuan, a mere mediocre man, dared to harbor delusions of holding the Emperor hostage and breaking free from Jingzhou's control. This was akin to a rootless duckweed, destined not to last.

"In fact, they also miss their parents very much, and it is a regret that they don't even know what their parents looked like," Jiang Han said, stopping at the appropriate moment.

Ye Li looked at Lei Tengfeng with some surprise. In less than a month or two, his changes were significant. His handsome, upright frame now faintly carried some of the bearing that Lei Zhenting had possessed in his day.

After sending the telegram to Kawamura Dong, Terauchi Hisaichi sent further dispatches to the Nara Detachment, the Independent Mixed Third Brigade, and the 21st Division, ordering them to mobilize rapidly to support the remnants of the Independent Mixed Fourth Brigade and to seal the gaps in the defensive lines left behind, thereby blocking the Eighth Route Army’s northward passage.