Volume One, Chapter Forty: Returning to the Stables

Liu Cheng spat a mouthful of fresh blood on the spot, crashing heavily onto a boulder. The aura around him was utterly depleted, gone was the heroic spirit he once displayed.

“How could this be? Senior Liu has actually been defeated.” The scene left Liu Zhong, who had been brimming with confidence, wide-eyed in disbelief.

Liu Cheng, too, struggled to accept what had happened. “Impossible… How could you have become so strong?” He labored for a long time before finally managing to stand, coughing blood with every breath, his voice bordering on hysteria. Just days ago, the one before him was but an insignificant insect, and now, in a turn of fate, had wounded him gravely in a single strike.

“There’s nothing impossible about it,” Ji Die replied calmly, gazing at him.

This calm demeanor was like a steel needle…

Shang Weizhen clutched her chest, tears falling like broken pearls, unable to stop sobbing. If only Xuan Yuan Junqi were here, at least he could help Yi Tian. Liu Ying believed that Xuan Yuan Junqi was about as formidable as Yi Tian, and, unusually, felt no resistance toward her rival in love.

“You’re my treasure. How could I not look at you? Not only will I look, but later I’ll savor you slowly!” Kagawa Masakuma Iga Iga Yuko spoke to him, appearing even more crazed, pondering which part he would taste first.

Though he said this to the manager of the music shop, his gaze remained fixed on Cui Feng, full of pride.

He unwrapped the bandage from her wound and saw a dark red gash on her snow-white skin, with a trickle of blood oozing out.

If you don’t return, I’ll no longer hold out hope for you, nor will I eagerly await your return. Over time, you’ll gradually fade from my life. I won’t forget you; I’ll always be your sister. That, I’ll remember.

Along the way, all manner of poisonous miasmas, venomous insects, and man-eating vines were effortlessly dispelled by Ding Hao, posing no threat to him whatsoever.

I won’t keep you anymore… Though Chaos said nothing, the bitterness in his heart—who could he confide in?

“So, shall the young master ride in the carriage?” Displaying the dowry meant riding in the carriage and following Lady Wu. A specially made carriage, resistant to blades, fire, and water, would save much worry.

She possessed such formidable willpower; surely she could wait until they arrived? It seemed likely, for the voice of 02 sounded again, and she heard footsteps in the corridor.

Once the contents of the chest were cleared out, it could easily be moved to the spot directly beneath the skylight.

In short, she believed the world should revolve around her. Just like with Huo Chenyuan—his refusal was only temporary; she would always find a way to make this man bow to her.

The Qin army had arrived, but Zhao Xie knew nothing of it; he was still dreaming of conquering Anyi, killing Wei Bao, taking control of Hedong, and then claiming most of the northern lands.

Gao Ying was worried about her master, casting a glance at Wan Yiyi, her eyes tinged with anxiety.

If this matter required investigation, it would surely start with Huo Jingwu. After returning, Gu Lingze gathered his elder brothers and went together to the Jinwu Guard camp.

Shui Qiqi agreed without hesitation, while Mu Xiuhan, face ashen, tugged hard at Shui Qiqi’s sleeve and spoke coldly.

Just for one You You, must all the accumulated popularity of so many seasons be ruined? He was so angry his teeth ached.

It turned out there were few Western restaurants in Longjin, and even fewer that were any good; none used snowflake beef.

I picked up a dumpling with my bare hands and brought it to his lips; Murong Yao, whose gaze flickered, lowered his head and opened his mouth, swallowing the dumpling whole and chewing slowly and carefully.

If a child could earn an official position, that would be a blessing for the ancestors! And it wouldn’t hinder the family’s male labor force.

Charizard continued to do as it pleased, seemingly determined not to stop until it had reduced Nidoking to charcoal with its Fire Spin. Every time it had energy, it unleashed Fire Spin, but it left itself increasingly weakened.

Yet Irene was not particularly moved; in fact, she had never thought much of Jingxiang. She found herself a temporary job—sewing clothes for others, starting from scratch.

“Are you ready?” Shi Qing said in a deep voice, moving forward a few steps, putting some distance between himself and the escorting guards.

“Ancestor, you’re not seriously planning to go through with this, are you? Will Shantou Xing still have an emperor after you’re done?” Sanderbay asked.

The three main battle masters were not stationed with the military but had crossed the Yellow River to camp north of Yinshan on the opposite shore.

“Heh, what you think is your right. Since today, in your eyes, I belong to you, then perhaps, today, I can see you as belonging to me?” Zero smiled mysteriously.

Nuclear physics is currently the subject of extensive research. What Yang Hongsen most wanted to know was how far Einstein’s research had progressed. In some areas, Yang Hongsen could still contribute as a non-specialist, but in this field, he was powerless.

“From today onward, you two will follow me. I’ll teach you martial arts, so you’ll have the strength to protect yourselves.” At his side was an older child, Ren Tianze, who possessed a rebellious air yet paid him great respect.

If not for Beast Blood Tower providing an entrance, Chu Tiance would never have found this incredibly hidden yet renowned black market.

Their wariness lessened somewhat. Knowing so many secrets, their cheap master was clearly no ordinary person. If they hoped to rise to greatness, from their perspective, it was best to cling to him no matter what.

Hearing Lu Yu’s explanation, Lu You, who had come to attend their wedding, was noncommittal. Previously, to allow Murong Yan to return openly without arousing suspicion from the Demon Sect, their Martial Arts Academy had publicly announced their acquisition of the complete inheritance of the Celestial Star Array.

Feeling the energy surging within, Luo Laijie couldn’t help but throw his head back and howl.

The other two mid-stage Divine Steel Realm martial artists also showed difficult expressions, while the rest simply displayed a hint of hopeless resignation.

Each barrel of wine appeared enormous, completely covering the already small floor space.

Bedivere grinned, all the while stuffing food into his mouth, his cheeks bulging on both sides.

However, this flight—be it speed or endurance—couldn’t compare with true spirit birds or advanced flying martial arts.

The Golden Battle General—when Zhang Pingbo had successfully crushed the Sea Tribe and reached the peak of his fame, he became the Golden Battle General.

“Brother Liu, you…” Qu Yang looked coldly at Lu Bai and Ding Mian; even after laying down his blade for so long, murderous intent surged within him.

“There’s just a pile of tea leaves over there—why bother opening it? Come, I’ll lead you to the good stuff.” Tortoiseshell said, slipping on her shoes, the children delighted, with Zhang Danv helping her put them on. Everyone wanted to see what Granny Zhang had brought back.

If Zhu Fu learns such an elite force exists within the Scholar’s Mansion, he will surely become wary, and then the two sides are likely to fall into internal strife.