Volume One, Chapter 23: A Warning to Ling Yue

She thought of those two trust policies and his once ambiguous words. At the time, she had taken them as part of a sincere confession, but now, upon reflection, they held a different meaning altogether.

The manor was filled with the fragrance of flowers and plants, occasionally punctuated by distant birdsong. The entire scene exuded a tranquil and warm atmosphere, as if time itself had paused in that moment.

Although Madame Normark’s plight aroused widespread sympathy, there was no fault in killing someone in public; with so many media cameras capturing everything clearly, it was practically a live broadcast.

Of course, if Song Xiaobin and his companions fabricated some false information, the base would never know. But if the base discovered it in the future, their fate would be far from pleasant.

Xu Jiang’s thoughts were simple: to continue living as he was, undisturbed by the affairs of the Xiaguo or Yiguo states.

“You only told me to turn around; you never said I had to turn my head too,” Lu Xun said innocently.

Listening to Xu Jiang’s words, Zhang Guangkui glanced around and then recalled everything he had witnessed along the way, feeling helpless as he lowered his head.

As one of the few remaining mid-level leaders of the Qinggang, how could he not know Luo Heng, the demon who had slain the top boss?

Jiang Ningyu’s thoughts faltered, and fleeting, otherworldly images overlapped with her current emotions, causing her mood to waver momentarily.

After navigating to the nearest IKEA and filling the car with home goods, he finally drove back home.

Qin Yan felt a sudden pang in his heart, anxiously wondering if his master had noticed the problem with the mark.

But he was also timid, overwhelmed by a tangled mix of feelings that nearly drove him mad.

Fragments of the splitting egg fell into the sea of amniotic fluid like a massive mural, each splash sending up a column of water.

Many mineral veins buried deep underground were impossible to mine. Though the Bismarck Empire possessed vast territory and abundant troops, it had its weaknesses—mineral extraction was one. Each year, the empire’s mineral output was meager, and its metal industry remained underdeveloped.

“Have you still not realized that your ability can reverse and cross through? You’re really slow-witted!” the Dragon Soul said leisurely.

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“What are you staring at? Behave!” a temple knight snapped coldly, eyes icy as he glared at the two. The temple knights despised from the depths of their hearts anyone who tried to kill the Child of God.

Mario stretched out his sturdy arm and forcibly grabbed the blue-haired youth’s head, forcing him to look up directly at Adam.

At this moment, Ye Tian was barely able to protect himself, yet still thought of others. Such loyalty and affection explained why he had earned the favor of Molie Tian.

“Rhinoceros Head, watch your words!” Gan Mao naturally knew these two were hostile. He had tolerated them before, but now, with Gongsun Yan slandering Prince Qin Dang, he could no longer hold back his anger.

Only Zhi Yi seemed, through the passing days and nights, to have repeatedly fallen in love with Xu Zeyun, so near yet so far.

Crowds gathered, marveling—a rare sight indeed. Apart from the long-missing top hacker W, no one in the world could match Yun Dian.

Because Ding Hong was absent, the breakfast felt somewhat lacking. The grand Ye family was clearly no longer in Ding Hong’s favor. When Ye Shuqing offered help, it held no allure for her.

He held Lingling in his left arm, covered her eyes with his right hand, and suddenly tensed his leg muscles, unleashing all his strength. His right foot blurred like a shadow as it kicked into Jin Youxin’s abdomen.

Mu Wan lay still, as if trapped in a dream—not by herself, but by Rong Wan.

Then Li Shimin watched the man muttering to himself, turned on the world map’s light, and called out, “Tmall Genie.”

Though the White Wolf was somewhat reluctant, thinking of Fusang’s vast territory, Zhao Changpeng would surely save a piece for him.

Facing the interrogation, Ye Changqing remained calm: “A hundred-year ginseng can’t cure illness, but it can sustain your grandfather’s life.”

Lin Fan spoke lightly but with an inexplicable authority. This aura caused those originally greedy enough to obey Ma Chenglong’s orders to attack him to pause involuntarily, choosing to observe for the time being.

A cool sensation spread from his heart throughout his body, and the pain he had been suppressing vanished like smoke.

In front of the firewood shed, a crowd gathered, their faces a mix of excitement and curiosity. They craned their necks, eager to see the ‘wife of the village chief’ inside, wondering what beauty could possibly match the fairy-like young lady Xian’er.

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In Adir’s eyes, the authority to kill represented the end of life, the foundation upon which the world’s operation depended—an indispensable link.

Although Moni County bordered only the single central faction of Xida County, if Moni County dared to clash head-on with Xida, it would soon be besieged at a critical moment. A single misstep could lead to the loss of both county and nation. Thus, Moni County could never fully commit to opposing Xida.

Lei Sheng did not know how high the power of Jing Xiong ranked in this world. After all, the Earth Training Ground was merely a barracks guarding the border of Lei County, similar to a military camp on Earth in a previous life. Lei County should have many such training grounds.

Shen Lian signaled Yin Cheng with a glance, and Yin Cheng understood, stepping out briefly before returning with a captured barbarian.

“Madam? What is it? Is there a problem?” Da Mao asked instinctively, thinking Li Xue must have had a thought.

The other two boys looked no older than fourteen or fifteen, their faces full of admiration, gazing at Yuan Fei as one would an idol, cheering him on.

Though Li Xue appeared casual, Mu Juesheng knew her well. Since she spoke to that extent, she would surely act, especially after what had just transpired.

Yan Qingyuan wanted to say it, lest she remain perpetually shy. Did he have to hold her hand forever?

The merciless terror of the hurricane drove away all darkness inside the house, as if the roof had vanished. A thick fog spread within, mirroring the irritating dense mist outside.

Amid such intense combat, there was naturally no chance to divert precious resources to the icy frontier tens of thousands of miles away.

The translucent material concealed its origin, but inside was a breathtaking landscape painting. At first glance, it seemed artificially carved, but a closer look revealed natural patterns—mountains and waters, trees and flowers—truly the masterful work of nature.