Volume 1, Chapter 22: Discovering My Severed Limbs

Among the hundreds of heroes gathered in the hall, those unaware of the truth wore expressions of disdain, believing Nangong Po’s martial arts were mediocre and that his reputation was merely the product of idle gossip.

"Taking my leave." Han Yuan cradled his teacup, his posture bold and roguish. As he brought up the serious matter at hand, his deep eyes gradually darkened.

"..." Hand-woven; this gift was clearly made with more care. Yet, looking at his enchanting, devilishly handsome face as he smiled, Jiang Yuyu could not bring herself to offer a sincere word of thanks.

Shangguan Yun, unwilling to alert the enemy, posed with Yue Fei as nephews of Dong Fu, and the three of them entered the city together. After the usual pleasantries, Shangguan Yun clarified Jin Wancheng’s schemes over the past decade and recounted his agreement with Wanyan Zongwang.

"Zongzheng Wu and I are not of the same ilk." After saying this, Qian Wan picked up the tea and walked inside.

"No problem!" Prince Qing felt those tedious rules were utterly idiotic and was already impatient to punish Yuyu.

The sensation of suffocation turned Lu Qianshu’s face crimson, yet she continued, "To die at Brother Yu’s hands, along with our baby, is a form of happiness." Lu Qianshu spoke in a stumbling, hoarse voice.

Just then, a cold voice drifted over leisurely: "Who dares to bully my disciples!" A figure suddenly emerged, appearing like a dream or mist; one moment they were in the valley, and the next, they stood outside.

Wei Yan did not dwell on it further; he picked up the heavy bucket of water and trudged back along the palace wall with an unsteady gait.

The Ghost King smiled, flicking Qianyin’s forehead. "Silly girl." His tone was filled with the utmost indulgence.

In this world, there are truly those obsessed with love. To meet someone who loves you just as you love them is no small feat; to hope for a lifetime together is harder still.

Not only did they immediately arrange for Ding Can to be transferred to a new ward, but they also assigned two doctors and nurses specifically to serve him. This was a significant show of respect.

Although they had lowered their voices, Mo Jiuqing could hear their conversation with absolute clarity.

On Fengyun Island, geniuses are as common as stray dogs; just yesterday, the arrogant Dao Potian displayed power reaching the sixty-third star rank.

For those who prefer richer variations, one can add finger biscuits, shaved dried fruits or raisins, or even candied cherries on top.

Mo Jiuqing no longer intended to return to the courtyard belonging to Loulan Wen. Instead, she followed Jun Yanchen out of the Loulan family estate and arrived at a quiet residence in the capital. It was far from the bustling city center, relatively peaceful, and boasted an exceptional environment.

Many relationships only prove their true value at the most critical moments. This is the best proof. Actions speak for themselves.

"What is my intention? I am merely countering moves as they come. But tell me, big sister, have you ever wondered why, with so many people under the eldest aunt’s command, she chose to entrust all these unsavory tasks to you?" The fear in Li Shuci’s heart had faded, replaced only by mockery and ridicule toward Li Shuqiao.

In the days after leaving Huang Fei, Hao Shuai initially felt quite content. With some money still in his pocket, he spent his days eating, drinking, and having fun, never considering what the future might hold.

Subsequently, he continued to chat with Zhao Tianming about antiques. Zhao Tianming spoke of what he knew and asked about what he did not, never pretending to be an expert. This earned him the favor of Old Qi.

"Are you sure this is reliable? What about yourself? You act as if you knew I would run into trouble and had prepared everything in advance." Dong Yanying looked at him with a trace of distrust.

But then again, I have used this ability to handle many things I would never have concerned myself with before. So, what exactly is my definition?

A single sentence from Tatalupas instantly made cold sweat bead on Avika’s forehead. What Tatalupas said was indeed the truth; the wars in the other three domains were nearing their end. Over a dozen years, they had almost completely occupied those territories, leaving only scattered remnants of tribes and resistance forces struggling to survive.

Shi Xiaofeng laughed loudly: "You’re willing to wear them? You said it yourself!" He opened his travel bag and pulled out two bikinis, brightly colored and provocatively styled.

Everything in the magic city had fallen into decay; the pacifist mages could barely keep it intact, let alone restore it.

Then came the announcement of the second award, the Best of the Night, which was given directly to the nation’s richest man, Shao Hui.

"The preliminary rounds of the Academy Championship finished this morning; they should be resting at home now!" Saide thought aloud.

The turmoil was finally quelled, and the four left the Black Snake Society headquarters. Shi Xiaofeng was bursting with questions and could no longer hold them back.

Among the heads of the top ten official fan clubs for Li Xiantian, who wasn’t famous for their beauty? Moreover, over half came from wealthy backgrounds, and a few were born with silver spoons in their mouths.

Alan did not want to unleash an enemy he could not control; after all, this was his home. If significant damage were caused, who would he complain to?

Sure enough, following Alan’s words and the stimulation of the Mind Stone’s energy, the mental energy controlling President Kelly began to shift, gradually churning.

"Another day?" The Marquis shivered. Only a fool would believe you’d come back here another day! This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity; if he missed it, he would never have another chance. Thinking of the millions he had just lost, the Marquis felt unwilling to let Jiang Tiandao walk away, as he would have to cover the deficit with his own money.

Seeing him, Ye Qing froze, her eyes filled with shock, her face reflecting a complex array of emotions.

From soft, gentle kisses, it gradually grew more intense until they were finally locked in a tight embrace, kissing wildly, her tongue greedily entwined with his.

Moreover, those who remained at the Marquis’s estate were almost all handpicked by Jin Ling. Gu Chen and Kou Xi shared the same philosophy on staffing: they needed people who were capable, responsible, and, above all, manageable.