Volume One, Chapter 21: You Had No Idea, Did You?

Several cosmic wars had been sparked by the Solar Ring, and this time, all evidence pointed heavily toward it as well. Although attacking students in interstellar conflicts was considered extremely despicable, the Solar Ring had never been a nation known for honor or fairness.

“No way, Lin-chan, my mom would never let me wear something like this…” The pink-haired girl looked envious, as if she wished the outfit belonged to her.

In stark contrast, the birthmark on her face, which had once seemed insignificant, was now expanding as she grew.

“It’s alright. Since the opponent is injured too, they’ll need treatment anyway,” Qiguo said nonchalantly.

Although Hou Ge did not hail from a grand sect like the Jinyu Sect, Bibo Pool was no ordinary third-rate force. Naturally, his knowledge was extensive. Witnessing the terrifying power of Li Mu’s dragon-claw hand, his expression grew even more grave.

Consort Degui knew the emperor favored warm, familial scenes, so she had always indulged Luo Qingyu’s reckless behavior. After all, Luo Qingyu was aware of her own standing; the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law only needed to cooperate.

“Is it really that formidable?” Wu Zhan didn’t doubt Hu Man’s words, but they truly knew little about this thing. To him, something so unassuming could hardly be more painful than the usual tortures.

As Li Mu vanished without a trace, the old demon Qian Jue’s face changed instantly. Just then, a scream pierced the chaos of the distant battlefield.

“You…” Ru Xue was too furious to speak; that detestable person could say anything.

Time was short, and since Ruan Yunsi was genuinely neglectful, besides a large bowl of salted pork ribs with kidney beans and potatoes, there was only a big plate of stir-fried Chinese toon with eggs, a large dish of marinated pig’s head meat brought back by Zhong Nanmai, and a plate of braised chicken feet—these four dishes in total.

Qi Su-niang was startled, looking up at the Fourteenth Prince, who had already reached the table with a smiling face, chatting with Luo Shiqing, Meng Tiejian, Di Fengru, and Song Qinghan.

Ch-o had no desire at all to meet the Lu family, but she pondered that being sent to Fangshan or locked in the cold palace was essentially a life sentence—almost the same. If she sought revenge, would they change her sentence to death?

He had every right to be angry. When the sect sent a message, he came to help without questioning the cause, only to end up with both arms broken, helping some scoundrels who now wanted to drag the Hantian Sect into the matter. The hatred in his heart was indescribable.

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“Think it over first. I’m still preparing. Just reply within three star calendar days,” Long said.

Swordlord was taken aback by his words. Outside the door, Song Que had already leapt up. Under the night sky, the Heavenly Blade roared like an enraged dragon before vanishing without a trace, leaving the young man inside frowning deeply.

The madam naturally dared not offend the local magistrate. Seeing them about to leave, her face changed and she hurried forward to cover her mouth.

However, this incident also brought a rare warmth to Xilin. Since Yuan Ye and Hena had departed one after another, this was the first comfort he had felt. When he lay on the sickbed, at least someone guarded the door.

Sister Gui and Yue Gou both possessed beauty. Sister Gui had a seductive figure and a small red mole at the brow’s edge, adding to her charm. Yue Gou had naturally phoenix-shaped eyes, with upturned corners shining with light—truly a rare beauty.

Zhang Pa thought it over and realized the truth. He then used the spirit separation technique, detaching his soul from his body. Moments later, his spirit floated above, gazing down at the lifeless body below.

Qin Changyu sighed, shaking his head as he watched Qin Yi disappear, his feelings a complex mixture.

He had been so confused he momentarily forgot about the wind-chasing boots. Fortunately, nothing major happened this time, and he had even gained something from misfortune.

Amidst everyone’s stunned gazes, Hua Tiandu’s pores dilated, and countless bees rapidly appeared.

The doctor examined Shi Nuan and found the cervix still not dilated. In this condition, the painless labor was stopped, and oxytocin was administered again.

In the Kunning Palace, the empress took her son and daughter-in-law to the sleeping chamber, questioning them at length.

He had been assigned by Lecturer Shi Ning of the Five Elements Institute to this perilous region of the Five Rings, working with Ye Dongfeng to kill the masked demon and protect disciples from two sects.

Later, Huang Feng and Zhao Li caught up. He deeply regretted not knocking Zhang Hou unconscious or killing him outright at the time. Panic and fear had clouded his judgment.

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Outside, there had been some confusion. But once past the front hall, it became clear it was not shabby but restrained—far from luxurious, yet exquisitely refined.

Chang Yide knelt silently upon entering, causing the elderly couple to tense with worry.

“Tansiu got this at auction, said it was a wedding gift for me,” Chu Yunqing replied lightly, though she caught Song Xian’er’s expression.

Meanwhile, Baili Yu and Li Ren were the strongest fighters. With artillery and ancient blades combined, a single particle cannon shot or a blade’s swing either wounded or killed the interstellar beasts. The battlefield was chaotic, yet the defensive line held firm.

Feng Zhaoran was disinterested. Though initially excited that the emperor’s brother had a beloved, seeing the woman resemble Ruan Tan dampened his spirits.

At this moment, Si Tong remained composed, but Tang Tang’s wide eyes betrayed his discomfort. He said nothing; after all, she was the legitimate wife. A single word—“husband”—could leave him far behind.

From the moment Kuang Ge boarded the plane home, his gaze had been fixed on her.

Wang Anyu spoke unhurriedly, seemingly confident he would not be harmed, believing himself destined to sit atop the masses.

Tang Yue drifted in and out of sleep. Her body was weak and unwell, after a sleepless night and an early morning shock. Coupled with overthinking, Tang Yue was undoubtedly ill.

“Next time, this glue will stick to you,” Chu Yunqing said coldly. As the warmth in her hand rose slightly, she tore off the adhesive. It hurt, but would cause no harm.