27 Quiet

Sheng Chuhe, however, felt that this could hardly be Old Zhang’s fault; the servants were on standby and had been diligent, yet He Liuzhi’s temper was simply too volatile. She couldn’t even fathom what he was so angry about.

Meanwhile, the aquatic demon tribes, sensing the presence of those above, dove into the deep sea, not daring to surface.

They were at the Canton Fair, carrying suitcases and peddling goods to foreigners, which infuriated He Xiao.

The alliance between the Great Li Dynasty and the demon tribes did not stop adventurers from entering the Hundred Thousand Mountains to hone their skills.

Under Huaying’s attendance, Chu Ge dressed in a black brocade robe embroidered with floral patterns, which only highlighted his heroic and spirited appearance.

Ever since my parents passed away, I have spent all these years struggling for a livelihood, long ago losing any semblance of a true childhood.

If Kunlun were merely a mountain, then it having thoughts would be within the realm of understanding, but Hu Qiye’s implications suggested that the "Kunlun" sect itself possessed consciousness.

While eating the meat prepared by Heiling, Chu Ge asked Bai Wanru about matters concerning the demon tribes.

Before Sanzang could finish his scriptures, Bajie snatched the red-lacquered wooden bowl and shoveled a bowl of white rice into his mouth.

The faces of the men in front darkened instantly, their eyes filled with murderous intent, their bodies radiating brilliant sword energy. They were truly enraged; never before had anyone dared to speak to them in such a manner.

"As far as we know, the punishment of Paoluo involves coating a copper pillar with oil and heating it from beneath with charcoal, forcing the condemned to walk upon it until they fall into the fire and are burned alive. Moreover, those subjected to this were loyal ministers who had contributed to the Yunqin Empire. Is this legend perhaps mistaken?" Yun Longjian asked.

Outside a radius of several hundred meters, most of the area was shrouded in darkness. Only at the ends of the two symmetrical axes were there four swirling vortices of flowing light. These vortices were similar to the entrance through which they had arrived, only more brilliantly colored.

The barracks inside were also enclosed, featuring a main gate that shut with a heavy "creak" upon entry, revealing a fortress filled with traps and mechanisms. Heavily armed soldiers stood guard every few paces, as if facing a formidable enemy, maintaining a tight watch.

As a plane guardian, Hodan knew very well that the cost of traveling to a material plane via a teleportation array was immense—even a Six-Star Demon might not have the strength to bear it. For someone to spend such a price to travel from a divine plane to a material plane, they must be from a super-family or a terrifying expert above the level of a Seven-Star Demon.

Although they knew that if they could track where Ultraman had gone, they would have known by now—and it was clear that Ultraman had never intended for them to know—the saying goes that a thief’s heart never dies. Even knowing there might be no gain, they still kept their satellites trained on the target.

Conversely, if the Jiang University team wasn't camping the red buff but rather camping them, then moving in now—with the enemy in the dark and them in the light—would be pure suicide.

The Water Queen wore a look of intoxication, clearly pleased with her own judgment.

That evening, after Liao Dongfeng and his son returned to the old Liao family estate, Liao Haiyang left in a hurry without a word. Liao Dongfeng knew his father’s heart was heavy and did not press him to stay.

With a sudden flash of white light, Liao Dongfeng dove into the glow on the ground and instantly reappeared in the distance.

Just moments ago, when Han Xing had pinned her beneath him, Wang Xiu’e’s heart had fluttered wildly, her blood boiling as if it were in a pot. Yet, just as she was savoring that moment of bliss, Han Xing had suddenly climbed off her.

First was the dragon's roar. After much effort to break the seal, Yi Tianchen received the Dwarf race’s main quest: Dragon Slaying. Since the appearance of the Heavenly Dao was linked to this, could it be inferred that behind the "Shattered Dream" lay the main quest of the Elf race?

When the generals under the Demon Emperor arrived before Princess Bingyue’s army, the princess finally appeared. The generals knelt in perfect order, led by the ten experts at the Nine-Turn Divine Dragon stage; how could the others dare not to kneel?

Around them, the scent of blood rose with the wind, carrying endless hatred and fury, surrounding the two and recounting everything that had transpired here.

Moreover, it was common knowledge that the First Emperor was often dictatorial; even if he suddenly ordered everyone to carry abalone, no one would be suspicious, assuming the order must have come directly from his lips.

The stone tower was actually quite close to Nanhuang City. Since the Hell Swordsman, Qingming, dared to stay here, there must have been a reason. Besides, there is an old saying: the most dangerous place is often the safest. You searched everywhere, yet he was hiding right under your noses.

Hearing that Piero agreed with his idea, Gao Xi smiled and drew up a contract.

On this point, the Immortal Wu Chang had left a backup plan, aiming for nothing more than to find a successor. Now that a successor had been found, the Immortal’s painstaking efforts reached a perfect conclusion. What could be better than the son of the Immortal Emperor Nutian inheriting the Dao Mansion?

We have divine power in abundance, but of course, it cannot be given for free. People do not cherish what is easily obtained and will instead take it for granted. If we suddenly stopped providing it later, they would only grow to resent us. This is the meaning of the proverb about "a measure of rice fostering gratitude, but a bushel fostering enmity."

At this moment, the situation shifted drastically; everyone began to support Si Jue, while Ji Wuji became the villain criticized by all. The survivors in the city began to chant in unison, "Valley Master, Valley Master..." welcoming Si Jue’s return.

Xiao Yan summoned the Desert-Swallowing Rock Flame from within his body, the intense heat baking the surroundings and illuminating the interior of the black mine. When the flame appeared, the mass of black fire within the magic crystal began to stir violently, darting about inside the crystal space as if trying to break free.

Previously, Qi Xuan Yi had met their ancestors at the Jiuyou Tower and the Seven-Star Tower and had secured their promises.

One candle had burned down, and the tea brought by Yan Hong had run dry. The group stood there, unable to advance or retreat, feeling immensely awkward.

"The masters of the Nine Towers are preoccupied with their own affairs, striving to win the soul thoughts of the ancestor who is about to pass away, and have ceased to attend to many matters. Currently, the legendary disciples are managing the daily operations of each tower. We, the law-enforcement elders, do not interfere in the affairs of the Nine Towers of the Inner Court, so relying on them for these matters is simply not an option." It seemed the news of the Inner Court ancestor’s impending passing had already spread.