Volume 1, Chapter 55: External Troubles and Internal Worries

"Young lady, how shall we deal with this man?"
The guard's voice came softly from outside the window, barely above a whisper.

The room remained silent in response.

After a long moment, Xu Zhiyi spoke calmly, "The rain is too heavy tonight. Tell them to stand down. Has the letter for Prince An been delivered?"

The guard, though uncertain, knew Xu Zhiyi could not see him and still bowed respectfully.

"Brother Zhang, that was my first time last time. Since then, I haven't done such a thing again." Somehow, Jiang Lili mustered the courage to say this to Zhang Jialiang, the implication thick between the lines.

At the hour of the wedding day, the weather had truly cleared. The warm autumn sun shone upon the wet county town, making even the strands of hair seem to breathe freely.

"When they come out, tell them I left early on business." Having said this, Zhang Jialiang glanced at Yao Lili, who had just stepped out and changed clothes, then strode away.

Song Xiaohui appeared calm, his expression unchanged. After the recent incident involving Huang Hai's Yangzheng Group, he had long realized this day would come.

"What’s wrong? Aren’t we allowed to fangirl a little?" Song Chengcheng blushed faintly, casting a coquettish look toward Zhang Jialiang.

After the Earthwalkers Alpha and Beta left with Kaneki Ken and the Quinx Squad, Wu Yue did not rush back to the 20th Ward headquarters. Instead, he brought the Anjiu sisters to the office of Marutetsu and patiently awaited the outcome of the meeting.

One month later, the New Alliance announced the launch of the "Last Sacred Tree" campaign on the Green Star Frontline, also known as the "Final Battle." Gu Zhishan returned once more, bringing news from Shi Ye and the investigation results of the previous assassination attempt.

At that moment, the blue light in the field of vision vanished abruptly, replaced by a spiritual energy lightsaber that struck like lightning toward Zhong Zhen’s cheek.

Mi Xianger accepted it and only peeled back a corner of the lunch box. A rich aroma wafted out. Looking inside, the box was filled with braised duck meat in a thick savory sauce, the dish gleaming enticingly. Just a glance made one’s mouth water.

Their Brother Ling was not only calculating such hard-to-get funds but was also willing to get along with Uncle Song—truly a thoughtful and kind child.

"The young lady has arrived at just the right time. Come, help Lady Hui take a look. Among these ladies, which one seems most suitable for childbearing?" Consort Yi smiled as she pulled over Jinxi to explain.

Victory was within reach for Chu Yunxi, but suddenly the atmosphere shifted uneasily. She turned sharply and saw several fiery dragons rushing toward her. With a flick of her whip, several serpents of lightning met the dragons head-on. The two forces collided, bursting into shards of radiant red and deep blue light before dissipating into the night sky.

There is often a peculiar phenomenon where copper coins become less valuable than copper itself. When this happens, people melt down the coins to exchange for gold and silver, sometimes striking it rich.

Every trade has its own rules. Du the hunter wasn’t necessarily superstitious; mountain worship was simply part of the trade regulations. Chen Wanrong had heard of this long ago from elders in another realm and found nothing strange about it.

Even when the Inner Court of the Temple of Heaven was first established, many expected at least one Taoist master to take charge. Especially since the court now had to coordinate with the Yingyang Army, the responsibilities were immense. Entrusting Zhao Qiquan—a previously insignificant figure within the sect—with this role was hardly surprising.

Within the Wild Elite Legion’s camp, screams and wails filled the air, but the shattered domain covering them muffled all sound completely.

Gu Cai methodically manipulated the Yin-Yang mysteries, hundreds of sieves on the Vajra Jade divination plate opening and closing in intricate patterns, the resulting numbers gradually revealing the hexagram. Everyone else watched Gu Cai’s actions with confusion, but I could discern some of the deeper meanings.

Beneath the gloomy sky, a bolt of lightning flashed between the clouds, followed by rolling thunder approaching from afar. Suddenly, it exploded right beside the emperor’s ear, startling him into a shiver. Cold sweat broke out across his body. He lifted his head sharply as heavy raindrops began pelting his face.