Chapter 48: Abducted to a Mountain Village, Escaping with My Own Strength

Tang Yu fixed his gaze on him for a moment, then suddenly swung and landed a punch right on his eye socket.

He tossed the man aside like a rag, letting him fall heavily to the ground, then wiped the blood from his hand onto the man's clothes with a look of distaste.

Afterward, his long legs stepped into the car. Gu Hansheng started the engine, and the vehicle shot forward instantly.

The figure behind them grew smaller and smaller in the rearview mirror, and only then did Mi Chen gradually collect himself.

Through the mirror, Tang Yu looked at Mi Chen, who was shivering uncontrollably.

Originally, Xiang Yixing didn’t know anyone related to Wen Lan, so even if they insulted her in their own circles, she would have remained unaware.

But at this moment, if she tried to explain anything, it would only give Li Zilin some inexplicable hope.

When Ye Zhaogu attacked before, he had also struck at Xuanming City with his sword. Yet the city’s formidable defensive array blocked the blow, and only after that did the Witch God Envoy arrive, using the Demon-Subduing Pagoda to shield the city.

“General Jiang,” Zhu Erlang’s face burned with embarrassment from the scolding and he couldn’t help but retort.

“What misunderstanding? Mr. Bruno is right—there’s no security at all in being with a playboy like you. I want my own career!” Fang Ziqian sneered coldly.

Though the inn was somewhat decrepit, Ye Long noticed it had been built with remarkable sturdiness and should last for quite some time yet.

Hearing Nami’s question, Vivi grew uneasy. After all, by asking Zheng Jian for help, it was as if she didn’t trust Luffy and the others’ abilities.

After watching the dance and music, all the sorrow that had lingered in Mo Tianwei’s heart since leaving the Canglan Realm dissolved completely. His mind felt clear and bright, and even the world before him seemed to glow with new color.

Although Li Gengxin had already attended a somewhat upscale ball at the banquet hall, he was still stunned by the extravagance here.

Xiang Yixing could never have imagined that the impulsive words she blurted out—“I don’t want you anymore”—would one day come true for herself.

She had already expressed her concerns. Anything more intimate was no longer suitable for the relationship they now shared.

If it were any other day, Huo Qisheng would have tried to coax her patiently. But now, angered, he didn’t give an inch even as she wept.

He knew better than anyone how hollow his talk of “letting go” really was.

Thinking about it, there did seem to be some truth to it. Jin Zhu crossed his arms and stroked his beard, falling into deep thought.

The next words spoken were so venomous that even Ye Hong, hidden in the shadows, found them hard to bear.

When she looked up again, her face was veiled in crimson. With a flick of her sleeve, she began to dance gracefully.

For a moment, she felt aggrieved. Though the wound from earlier had started to heal, thanks to the world’s immense vitality, the pain lingered.

At that moment, the boy’s gaze was gentle as he looked at her. Such tenderness, Guina had only ever seen in her father’s eyes, though this was different in its own way.

“These newly freed people will be escorted home by the Navy,” Wang Han said with a smile to Sengoku.

Chen Jiu’s pupils dilated to the extreme, flames burning within, blood surging—his gaze pierced the void itself.

No one expected the man to have another move. With energy radiating from his shoulders, and using the imbalance of his body, he launched himself forward with ferocious force.

That day, when they raised their cups and changed drinks, they mostly avoided talking about government affairs, dulled as they were by the alcohol.

He glanced at Prince An, ordered hot water and medicine to be brought, dismissed everyone, and stayed behind to tend the prince’s wounds himself.

Today, the weather in City A was beautiful. Warm sunlight fell across one side of Su Ciyi’s face, casting her in a radiant glow, making her seem even more ethereal and extraordinary.

This time, the system’s designated subject was a young man performing difficult stunts on a trick bicycle.

Standing among the group, Chen Qiang took charge. At his words, the curses faded, and those with crossbows aimed steadily. Soon, five staggering, crazed zombies approached, and five bolts were fired at once.

Though he could not help but feel amused inside, he kept his expression serious, perfectly matching the butler’s demeanor.

“He Yang! Your father was ordered by Lu Ke to patrol along the river for three hundred miles—has he also betrayed the River Dragon God?!” Jiang An sneered coldly, fixing his eyes on He Yang.

At first, everyone listened calmly, but Liu Jun’s last words set off an uproar.

But the message had been delivered, and with the bait of the ghost healer thrown out, Su Ciyi was certain no one could resist.

Each cut left gaping wounds in the fortifications. Who could have imagined that razor-sharp wings, striking at high speed, would wreak such havoc? The tough alloy hull crumpled like paper under the onslaught.

Likewise, those who loved her deeply and gave selflessly—though she was not at their sides, she believed they were silently wishing her well.

Suddenly, Li Lin let out a strange, ambiguous groan, his brows furrowing and his expression growing odd.

It turned out He Changxiong was actually praising Fang Yaofeng, urging An Tiantian to seize the chance and not let such a good man slip away—playing the matchmaker in earnest.

Aokiji’s words went unfinished, and he never got the chance to finish them, for a crimson spear pierced through his body, held by none other than Li Lin.

Chen Xi turned, his calm gaze falling on the other two members of his clan in the fourth group. His voice was steady and gentle, yet carried an unspoken authority.

When the dust finally settled, the arena had become a living hell—no, it was worse than hell, for not a single intact piece of flesh remained. It was a true charnel house.

He knew full well that even without relying on the mysterious imprint on the token, the trail of blood he’d left would be enough for his enemies to catch up to him in no time.

“I’ll leave the vanguard to you,” Rin Tohsaka ordered without caring whether her Servant was motivated.

Chen Xi was shocked. With his current cultivation, being unable to withstand that force was simply inconceivable.

“Manyu... this is a complicated matter. I’ll explain when I get the chance. I’m really tired today and want to rest early,” Bei Lili said.