Volume 1, Chapter 27: Jealousy and Rivalry

Diyi Qingcheng affectionately linked her arm with Yan Xiyue’s, and the two strolled through the dazzling, merchandise-filled corridors of the shopping mall.

"Yueyue, it must have been quite a few years since we last met, hasn't it? What have you been busy with lately?" Diyi Qingcheng’s inquiry pulled Yan Xiyue, who had been lost in her own thoughts, back to the present.

Yan Xiyue quickly composed herself and replied, "What else could I be busy with? Aside from burying my head in books at school, there’s nothing else. Unlike you, who has already become an enviable member of the system."

"Oh, don't say that. Being a police officer isn't as relaxing or comfortable as you imagine; it’s nothing like the carefree days we had as students."

As for the two great merchants who possessed wealth that rivaled nations, Ding Youcai and Jin Qian, the world knew that they were merely puppets placed in the public eye by Cai Dao.

The wilderness—a wilderness overgrown with weeds, some reaching up to one's knees. A gentle breeze blew, setting the green grass in motion, creating waves that looked beautiful from afar and carried a unique, grassy fragrance.

"It’s Repulse and her companion ship, Vampire," Ping Hai said softly, identifying the two Fog Fleet vessels first.

With a soft "tss" sound, the piercing force of the finger beam, like a high-speed rotating drill, cut through the leader of the "Blood Wolves" as easily as slicing through tofu, instantly penetrating its skull.

The atmosphere became incredibly oppressive and frantic. Although the recent volley of arrows had struck over twenty people, most of them had only sustained minor injuries, yet this very fact had caused them to collapse mentally.

Seeing their display, Lin Chong remarked, "They still have some backbone." If the two had knelt and begged for mercy, Li Jin and the others would have had nothing more to say than to proceed with the routine interrogation. But their current behavior actually warranted a measure of respect.

The sheer firepower they possessed was enough to make any enemy suffer; combined with their close-quarters combat skills and chainmail armor, they would not be at a disadvantage even when facing hundreds of marauders.

Borrowing a path to destroy the State of Guo, and the idea that when the lips are gone, the teeth are cold—these were stories from the Warring States period, over a thousand years ago.

Back then, if it hadn't been for the nephew of Ly Thuong Kiet acting as a guide, Cai Dao would never have been able to penetrate directly to the gates of Thang Long without causing alarm or alerting the Dai Viet army.

The horses were moving at a steady pace, approaching rapidly. Cheerful shouts rang out one after another. When the middle-aged monk reached them, he cast a sidelong glance at Xu Ming, who was standing by the temple gate, raised an eyebrow, and called out in a booming voice.

***

One sentence left Claire at a loss for how to retort, and at this moment, Alice also stepped forward.

The world is like the most precise container; every reincarnation is an ending, and then everything begins anew.

Before coming, Qian Xun had researched information regarding the Northern Desert. Although it was not very detailed, she had a general understanding.

The Embroidered Uniform Guard immediately stood guard behind him; clad in flying-fish robes and carrying embroidered spring swords, they formed a line that split the main hall in two, ensuring no one could approach Lou Zhi by even half a step.

It was not strictly necessary for those powerful demon clan members to submit; perhaps it was just a matter of one or two conditions, or helping them accomplish certain tasks.

A trace of a smile tinted the corner of Yin Ye’s eyes, and before Li Wuxin could speak, he very appropriately ensured that everyone heard her clearly.

Outside, everything had descended into chaos. Zhao Fuxin was merely staring blankly at the empty sword case. This case had been custom-made for the precious Fish-Intestine Sword, crafted from fine Hainan yellow rosewood and adorned with exquisite carvings; the case itself was a treasure.

Xiahou Ce convinced himself with such reasoning, spurred his horse back, and finally stopped at the side of the road where Song Yiyi and the others had been waiting.

Chilian, stung by this shout, clenched her fists with reluctance but stopped in her tracks, glaring with resentment at the Mohist Grandmaster.

Huang Bei did not agree, instead giving her a meaningful smile before turning on her high heels and walking away.

Island Master Xing thought that by clinging to the powerful Qin family, he could rest easy, but he did not know that the flourishing of Beast-Taming Island relied on the art of beast-taming itself. By doing this, he was leading the island toward its own destruction.

The first to arrive were the seven great enforcers of the Dragon Gate. Since they were acquainted with the security guards at the entrance, they were not stopped and went straight upstairs to Xiao Chen’s office.

These two supreme powerhouses, two mighty lords, clashed in an instant.

Subsequently, Mu Jiao gradually let his "kisses" fall toward her neck, taking the opportunity to remove Huangfu Bei’er’s loose coat, planting light, fragmented kisses on her sexy collarbone.

Just at this moment, the gates of the Champion Marquis’s mansion opened, and one of the parties involved in the incident, the heir to the Champion Marquis, finally walked out.

***

He hesitated for a moment and decided not to seek out Jiang Lingyun. It was very late, so he would ask him tomorrow instead.

Sect Leader Yue Changqing did not have a good idea for the moment. In truth, as long as they obtained that Seven-Leaf Purple Lotus in the Snow Mountains and pleased the ancestor, everything would be worth it.

At this moment, Su Lingxue touched my face with her blood-stained hand. Her hand was so cold. I could no longer feel any warmth. No, I had to save Su Lingxue.

Zhao Zhu reached out again and rummaged through the monster’s belly. Surprisingly, he found no intestines or similar things; the interior was filled with soft flesh, and he couldn't even touch any other organs.

Putting down her phone, Qiong Nai turned her body, shifting into a side-lying position. Her gaze happened to be able to see the bed of her roommate, Xingchuan Miye, across from her.

Those mutated plants seemed to be stirring in anticipation of nutrients, but what puzzled me greatly was why their roots had not extended to the front courtyard. Was there some kind of power preventing them?

Having said that, Duan Lang took Qing Qiudie’s hand, channeled his light-body techniques, and drifted with her onto the shore.

I furrowed my brows deeply. Three days ago, Lin Xiaowei and her colleagues disappeared in the carved building. Two and a half days ago, a human-headed monster appeared in Room 804 of this building, likely killing everyone except Rong An’an, and then disguised itself as Rong An’an’s friends and colleagues, lurking in bed to keep her company.

The Five Virtues Immortal was also deeply shocked by the suddenly appearing space portal. At that moment, the five of them roared in unison, standing like five mountains above the void of the sea, their mana surging and majestic, suddenly forming a five-colored divine light that swept toward them.

Ouyang En had already crashed into the wall. Hearing Liu He say this, he grabbed blindly with both hands and actually caught something! He took a closer look and realized it was a backpack strap! Wang Chao hurried forward, and together they pulled Ouyang En up.

"This child was conceived when Xiaojue was still here, so who says Xiaojue is a disaster? I think she is a lucky star." Whenever this child was mentioned, the Third Master lost all interest.