Chapter 154: Trouble Is Brewing

Cao Mang discerned the affection and deep friendship in Long Jingzhe’s words. Although he knew it was partly influenced by the soul contract, it was difficult to refuse such a supreme beauty among the elite. More importantly, he had long desired a woman who could fully embrace him, allowing him to unleash himself without reservation. Standing nearly two meters tall, Long Jingzhe was undoubtedly the perfect choice.

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“So, are you saying the downfall of the Zhang family is our responsibility?” Lan Lingzi erupted in anger.

Zhang Jindong grew restless and uneasy. Although he appeared calm moments earlier, internally he was already panicked. Many things couldn’t be controlled by mere will; one could only passively endure the circumstances.

After a thorough identity verification, only Minato Namikaze, Rikusho, Kakashi, and A-kai were permitted entry into Konoha. Yet, before they could take more than a few steps, a member of the Anbu silently appeared before them. “Lord Hokage requests all Jonin to report immediately to the Hokage building!” With that, he vanished without a trace.

Under the intimidation of Xia Xingxiao and expelled by Li Yuji, Wu Anle had no choice but to muster his spirit and turn back to battle the White Light Green Demon Mosquito. The other members of the Brown-tailed Tiger squad, seeing Xia Xingxiao’s grim expression and the unmistakable readiness to enforce military law, reluctantly turned around and braced themselves to fight the White Light Green Demon Mosquito.

Unable to fathom the situation, Duan Suqing resorted to using a sound transmission talisman to contact Gong Shaoxi, hoping to uncover the true circumstances.

Faced with so many formidable opponents, even Michael and his five companions, brimming with confidence, knew they were outmatched—perhaps even struggling to escape.

The man in the white shirt nodded and stepped out to make arrangements, but barely had he left the room than he was summoned to Erluozi’s office.

Chris had already swooped past them, hands clawed, forcefully prying open their skulls, then casually tossing forward a series of blood bombs that detonated amid the human ranks...

At dawn, Jiangnan crossed the Great Flow River and settled to rest within a secluded forest on the eastern bank.

“As for what happens next, I don’t care. I just want to see Qianyue Daily Chemicals rise again. Transon, this is your last chance. Don’t let me down again,” Steiner said coldly.

“Indeed! Thank you, sisters. I will consider Zi Feng’s feelings carefully. If he feels the same way about me, I will let him know my heart,” Lin Yuner nodded solemnly.

He was now certain that this person before him was deeply connected to him.

Just as Jiang Zhiqiang and Liang Jiahuai called out, Wu Xiaozu turned and embraced Li Dianxin and Jiang Jiahua once more.

Now it seemed that if family could be preserved, and with such a husband by one’s side, that would be the best outcome in life.

“But it shouldn’t be like this…” Ling Miao wanted to say ‘hesitant and fearful,’ but considering their statuses, she chose a more delicate expression.

“Is that fair? You’re a northwestern man, naturally you can hold your liquor,” Yang Shaojun shot him a glance.

After consuming the flesh and blood of six spirit beasts and absorbing their demonic powers, Yang Shao’s overall attributes soared dramatically.

Zhu Jun’s recommendation was accepted; Sun Jian was promoted to Commander of the Guards, granted the title Marquis of Fuchun, and his domain increased by three thousand households. Considering that the Guandong region was still unrestful, Sun Jian was not required to attend court for the time being. Holding the rank of Commander of the Guards but acting as General of Chariots and Cavalry, he commanded the military forces of Jing, Yu, and Yang provinces. As a mark of favor, one of his sons was allowed to inherit a noble title.

The year 193 AD arrived quietly. However, due to Qin Ye’s sudden time crossing, history had been completely altered.

“Let’s go, I’m treating you all to a meal,” Sheng Siyen smiled. Those who had intended to pay on behalf of Chu Anran were refused by her. With no other choice, she insisted on treating them all.