Chapter 44

Jiang He is 32 this year. After mentoring two Best Actress winners and one Best Actor, he announced his retirement from the industry. Hence, the senior members of the company did not pressure the newcomers but continued to guide them on a tour of the company.

In Ying Zheng’s hand was a jade disc—not large, but crystal-clear and translucent. Its uniform color resembled a gentle sheen, smooth and delicate like flowing water.

“Brother Liu, why don’t you tell me more about ‘strength’ and the different levels of martial arts?” Pei Chu asked, shifting the topic.

Another figure was a remnant of the rebel forces from the chaos more than ten years ago. Although they had been pursued relentlessly for over a decade, several key leaders had yet to be captured.

Turning his head, Crow clicked his tongue. He truly understood his sister well. As expected, tears streamed down the exquisite face of Rose, large droplets tracing down one cheek, flowing along her jade-like chin and falling softly onto her clothes.

Even Kong Xuanwei could only uncover so much information, leaving Cang Mang with a lingering sense of regret.

At this moment, Cang Mang felt somewhat troubled but quickly reminded himself that the recruitment examinations for the sects of Greenwater City only began with the arrival of the True Martial Academy. There were still other sects yet to arrive, not just the Seven Emotions Sect. So, he didn’t dwell on it too much.

Indeed, the sight was stunning. The messenger who had returned didn’t have time to elaborate. In order to block the three enemies, Hattori Hanzo had rushed over, and the moment they met, they immediately clashed. Thus, there had been no chance to examine closely until now, during a temporary ceasefire. At last, he had the opportunity to observe those three exquisite vehicles that had left them far behind.

The life of a femme fatale is no easy taste. To have plunged Northern Town into such turmoil, causing countless people to suffer, she bore no outward expression but was deeply remorseful inside.

“Father, did you misunderstand, or did I hear wrong? Or was it Grandfather?” Zi Yu’s face twitched, full of awkwardness.

Thinking of Shangguan Wan’er’s schemes, he couldn’t help but curl his thin lips into a mocking smile. Although clever, Shangguan Wan’er was not as obedient and charming as Ouyang Hongyu. Yet, he mused, his own Xiao Tong must have been even more intriguing.

***

“Really? It’s my first time spending the night in a place like this! I wish it would get dark sooner...” Xi Shuang was visibly excited.

Especially the young man clad in an embroidered black robe with gold accents, who was laughing most wildly.

Mo She and Gao Zhan frowned. These two were far more difficult to deal with than typical humans. Most ordinary humans, even those of the eleventh tier, would tremble with fear upon seeing their transformed beast forms.

Of course, the magical beasts had never witnessed a grand wedding before. This was the first time for the King of All Beasts.

“Well, it seems our only leads are these three captives,” Yu raised an eyebrow, casting a spell to remove the spiritual energy threads binding their mouths. He picked up the large sword left on the tea table by the bearded man and headed toward the “silkworm cocoon.”

Turning to Fu Tao, he earnestly said, “Please show some mercy, Director Fu. Forcing you to drink white liquor is already a transgression on my part.”

Since the day she returned and wept over Madam Mo’s corpse, Mo Qiongwu had not shed a single tear. Yet, the profound sorrow radiating from within her was palpable to all.

Diomito suddenly opened his eyes, glaring fiercely at Mu Ge. From his throat came a hoarse, terrifying sound.

“Damn.” Shi Ye was startled when Lucian suddenly emerged from the bushes, cursing angrily.

He then told Sister Hong, “Second Master says your skills are too weak to even protect yourself. I admit I was careless. The Second Master taught you some celestial techniques; I will forge a protective talisman for you later. You handle everything inside and out; you’ve worked hard.”

Bai Yu and the others knew this battle was inevitable. Though outnumbered, they bore the responsibility without hesitation.

At the moment Poppy pushed Rek’Sai, she did not focus her gaze on the latter but swung her great hammer, unleashing the ultimate guard’s judgment. The hammer struck the vampire before her, who was still in good condition, and sent him flying off the battlefield.

***

Du’s father began selling off fixed assets while arranging for Du Caixiang and their mother to fly out of Haizhou City. Ye Xiangyun did not interfere during the Du family’s asset sell-off and refrained from taking advantage or spying on Zhou Huan.

The moment Lin Hao appeared on the livestream, the viewers greeted him warmly.

“I told you not to worry about it. That family wouldn’t agree to marry unless they thoroughly investigated the groom. You’re just overthinking.”

If before the third realm, Bai Yu’s physical abilities and powers lagged behind other practitioners of the same level, upon reaching the third realm—the Spirit Control realm—he was truly transformed.

Perhaps because of rebellious thoughts earlier, Yu Moxi felt a twinge of guilt toward Chen Bolin and suddenly became particularly obedient.

The next day, as a ray of sunlight filtered through the window and fell upon Ye Feng’s face, he awoke.

“I advise you to abandon this plan. Though we are preparing for battle, it is primarily to protect you and the meteorite from China. We will absolutely not allow you to participate in the fight,” Jung said calmly.

These individuals, either powerful or experienced, surely understood the consequences of further action. Yet, they all seemed confident and bold, as if certain that even the emperor would punish only the instigator, allowing them to indulge in their final frenzy.

Moreover, a few days ago, when Ye Feng treated over a hundred ghosts in this park, he encountered a Taoist priest and his disciples, confirming that the Taoist Association was indeed nearby. Otherwise, such a meeting would have been impossible.

“Xue’er, how did your husband perform just now?” Zi Yun felt that the momentum had been unleashed fully; he had never felt so exhilarated before.