Volume 1 Chapter 45 He Was Here

"Assistant Wu, accusing someone of being an alien is a very serious matter. Do you have any evidence?" Li Jianguo asked with concern.

The proprietress agreed readily. After all, a big boss like this deserved to be catered to; pleasing him was the only way to ensure a steady stream of wealth.

Although her outward expression remained completely unchanged, massive waves were already churning in her mind. Nero, the assassin, began to wonder if he had captured the wrong person after all.

"Hehe, nothing much, that's all I know." Yuansi smiled with the air of an expert. Anyway, she was here to make her presence known, and being a bit high-profile was one way to do it.

Glassy tears shimmered in the corners of Liu Li's eyes as memories rushed over his heart like a tide. He recalled this secluded life of reclusion—not because he truly wanted to hide from the world, but as a form of self-evasion when unable to realize his dreams.

They had accompanied her through her carefree childhood and youth, shared in her sweet and blissful romances, walked with her through the bitter and agonizing heartbreaks, and led her to a state of carefree detachment with a profound understanding of love.

Before Tian Ge even realized what was happening, she lunged forward and viciously dug her sharp claws into him.

However, just after drinking the wine in his hand, he suddenly began to beat his chest incessantly, his eyes wide open, emitting a violent fit of coughing before collapsing straight to the ground.

The sword strike was fierce and burst into flames that enveloped the blade. As it slashed against the ground, sparks flew in all directions, and the surrounding weeds were instantly ignited.

Qingyun was too late to stop them. Seeing the two jump down, he motioned to Tayue, moving left and right. The crevice was split open in multiple places before they could descend to the bottom.

Everyone's eyes turned toward the throne in the center. His Majesty the Tsar had actually spoken—something that had never happened before.

Inside the alchemy arena, a sudden roar echoed, signaling the sound of the stone door opening. Hearing this, Brother Pao hurriedly scrambled up and was dragged out by Liang Chen and Zhuo Yinan.

"I don't know who was just saying, 'Emperor Zi, please give me another good piece,'" Jin Wuque retorted sarcastically.

While Li Shimin lay unconscious, Li Yin had arrived at the headquarters of the Shadow Guards and had not left for nearly half a year. Countless commands were issued from his hands, and hundreds of intelligence reports poured into the headquarters every day.

Passing through the Ninefold Gorge required entering at a very specific point in time, which was why everyone had paused here and was waiting patiently.

The black-robed man An Feng was evidently astonished by his own failure. His gaze swept back and forth over Ye Feng before he finally spoke calmly, his voice icy and devoid of the slightest emotion.

"It was just luck; this matter was beyond my expectations as well," Xia Mochiu said, breaking his usual habit of boasting as he exhaled a thick cloud of smoke, only to immediately vanish into the blowing sea breeze.

"His Majesty was terrified by the nightmare of the past, so he never intended to return this jade pendant to you. His Majesty said that since he betrothed Princess Gaoyang to you, it is only right for you to show him filial respect."

The mysterious powerhouse laughed heartily, the battle intent on his body blazing even more fiercely like fire, soaring into the sky with an unyielding and peerless momentum.

At the same time, the green-robed man dodged Chen Yuan's blade and instead counterattacked. Seeing the man pull out a 'vajra pestle,' Chen Yuan thought to himself that this fellow certainly had plenty of treasures.

Haitu's figure flickered as he followed closely behind the man, trailing right into a house. Paying no attention to anything else, Haitu walked straight inside after him.

In the Sealed Land, a group of people stood gathered, more or less bearing injuries as they pooled their wisdom together.

"Let's go!" Four snipers stood up from their vantage points. When they saw the black man holding the Gatling gun, they knew the outcome.

Wei Ji swept his gaze across the three men of the Eastern Army and spoke coldly, displaying extreme arrogance even in front of Eastern Army generals.

"Make it clear, and Ninth Master will go over immediately to lure them out," Sister Miaoling nodded and said.

Shaka narrowed his eyes and channeled the Buddhist supernatural power of the Heavenly Eye, capable of perceiving all causes and effects, past and future. Although limited by his cultivation and unable to push it to the absolute limit, it was more than enough to pierce through this fog.

What kind of person was Sun Shangxiang? She was the center of attention, adored like the moon surrounded by stars, with countless young men trying to approach and please her.

"The Four Seasons House, Mr. Liu must have heard of it," said the Second Miss of the Xiao family, naming the exact restaurant I had guessed in my heart.

Jingbiao had a hasty temperament and became rather impatient once Zhao Fan agreed. Without another word, he stepped forward, eager to approach the Underworld King Tree.

Otherwise, the Deep Sea Eye sapphire necklace would have belonged to him today rather than Ling Li.

The shipments from Hanzhong consisted of nothing more than medicinal herbs, clothing, and some long-lasting cured meats and sweets personally made by Lady Wang. Perhaps moved by the sight of the carriage load of luggage Master Song had packed when leaving last time, Lady Wang had also sent along a few fur cloaks, vests, and gloves, as well as several bronze hand-warmers and foot-warmers.

Without asking for instructions from Zhang Jialiang, Ouyang Lanlan took it upon herself to have Apartment Number One repainted and completely refurnished. After everything was neatly arranged, Zhang Jialiang and Huang Feier were having dinner around the dining table when Zhang Jialiang received a call from the security guard at the gate saying that Zhu Boyun had arrived.

The moment Wu Yue wrapped his arm around the beauty and stepped through the city gates, the news spread like wildfire among the major factions. Everyone who received the intelligence, whether openly or in secret, shuddered with dread. It felt as though a dark cloud hung over their hearts, and even the air in the capital suddenly grew tense.

"Secretly dating" Young Master Li by night, "spending dinner together" with Young Master Chen the next day, and "low-key shopping" with Young Master Zhou the day after—her career soared amidst a storm of curses, making everyone gnash their teeth in frustration yet leaving them completely helpless.

The welcoming contingent from Dalian merged with the troop of wounded soldiers and headed straight toward Xiangping City without a moment's pause.

Cao Ang agilely pulled the reins, and "Floating Cloud" came to a smooth halt beside the carriage wheel. "Elder sister," the youth called out, both boy and horse having clear, moist eyes.

Xiangxiang found him utterly revolting; how could she possibly throw herself into his embrace? She pushed her body backward, struggling desperately to break free from his grasp.