Volume One, Chapter 28: Department Dinner

As time passed, the prominence of the Kunlun Battle Squad became increasingly obvious. Many disciples from other sects even joined the Kunlun Squad of their own accord. After Marquis Li entered the shadow, he discovered that the one who had come to seize the soul was actually Feng Ye. Zhao Zhen was startled at first, thinking that You Jingyan was about to do something harmful to him, but before he could recover from this feeling, the guards following You Jingyan lunged forward and pressed a gleaming broadsword to You Jingyan’s throat.

Immediately after, Zhang Yuanhao flashed into the air. The Blood Avatar Art was instantly unleashed; an abundance of sparkling, ruby-like blood burst forth from his body, shooting onto his skin and forming a crimson membrane. All she possessed now was not granted by anyone’s favor, but won through her indefatigable effort and by surviving countless near-death experiences.

Thus, the posthumous title “Valiant” was both a recognition of his bravery and military prowess, and an expression of regret for his fate. He led the White Horse Cavalry in a charge; seeing that the main force had already retreated and the camp was deserted, he set fire to the empty stronghold. The remaining ghost soldiers, having lost their courage, abandoned the camp and fled in all directions.

The divine king’s blood energy shrouded the sky; he emerged from battle unscathed, having obliterated his opponent without using any spiritual power—relying solely on his physical body, which was terrifying enough. Yet the earth-piercing insect did not fare any better, instantly blasted to pieces by its furious teammates.

If the gluttonous giant beast had not been sealed beneath the stone stele, even if Chu Feng unleashed a hundred destruction god-thunders, it would never have been able to kill the monster. “If the emperor doesn’t want something known, it must be a secret. Is it really wise of you to pry like this?” Nian Wuyou curled her lips in sarcasm.

The owner of the blade was of imposing stature, clothed entirely in black combat attire. Only his eyes were visible—his very eyebrows hidden beneath a headscarf.

“I can’t take you with me right now. I’ll send you in,” Bai Xiaowei said with a furrowed brow, sounding somewhat frustrated. Even so, it was becoming difficult to hold out—Xie Chongming had too many subordinates. This was precisely the situation described by ‘ants can bite an elephant to death.’

“It’s my mother calling,” Jiang Xingxing forced a faint smile at him, lowered her head to look at her phone, but hesitated to answer. “Basically yes, if you’re willing to do it.” Xia Han never liked to coerce others, but she disliked being refused even more.

Huo Anxi: Who is Mr. Fu’s agent? I need to schedule a meeting to thank you in person. I looked up at the great river, a smile appearing on my face—after all that has happened, do you still believe you have the power to kill me?

No one knew what Ming Huang did, but the imperial soul that had been struggling to escape suddenly became obedient. He let go, and the soul vanished into the flow of time.

“Don’t worry, he wouldn’t dare. If he so much as touches a hair on your head, I’ll deal with him myself,” Xing Shan replied upon hearing it was Qi Shan’s father. He took his time getting dressed, sauntered into the courtyard, glanced at the old man, and strode away with a swagger reminiscent of Ximen Qing.

With the support of a powered exoskeleton, Wei Songping naturally had the advantage in strength. Tang Yun, on the other hand, could only muster a portion of the exoskeleton’s power, but the “Jin Yi” crystal had long been refined to the point where he could control it at will, giving him a clear edge in agility over the Shadowmare exoskeleton.

Qin Sitong didn’t think it was a big deal, but since Qingxu had emphasized that her cat was killed by someone, it must be important.

Fortunately, fighting was forbidden within Pingbei City, especially in the core districts, where the Prince’s estate’s elite guards patrolled at all hours. Anyone caught dueling would be apprehended immediately.

Tang Yun pondered for a moment—Hengxing Consortium had issues with the Donghu Du clan. Given Du Feng’s kidnapping, Holt couldn’t escape suspicion. And those closest to Du Feng—Liu Guangji and Gao Xuan—most likely knew something.

To act was to have a chance; to do nothing was to have nothing at all. Luckily, his mental power was already projected outside his body. If he couldn’t return, he would simply become a wandering soul—not something to fear, compared to being completely devoured by her.

Yet the outcome was unexpected: Qin Hao’s reputation soared, earning him much support within the Star Soul Sect, and even bringing him into contact with Second Elder Qing Xuan. As a result, Yan Lingxuan dared not move against him within the sect.

Qin Hao blocked the attack of the treasure vase. In the instant the pockmarked youth hesitated, the Blood River Blade slashed out again, this time with the Breaking Wave Technique—its doubled force cleaving fiercely.

Wen Nuannuan scooped up a spoonful, but when she saw something resembling a worm floating atop it, she was instantly nauseated.

“Let’s meet together, get her signed, then discuss the Tong family matter. But what if she refuses? What do we do then?” Ding Changsheng asked.

The Stone Monkey now feared not the Jade Emperor, but Tianpeng Yang Jian. As long as he maintained good relations, he could still cause havoc in heaven.

Master Ma shouted crisply, and at once Ma Luoxin and several cousins, each carrying ancestral tablets, lined up behind him.

Nezha, seeing this, wore a bitter expression—this was bad. The gap between himself and Tianpeng just kept growing.

They had thought that by coming to this world, they would gain a husband for nothing, but as long as it was Tianpeng, nothing else mattered.