Volume 1, Chapter 22: The Unique Voice of Sang Haining

As a senior leader in the Ministry of Commerce, Father Dai could naturally access various professional internal statistics.

Some time passed, the sun had set completely, and the sky donned a black coat, plunging the forest into even deeper darkness. They cleared an open space among the grass, lit a bonfire, and used the firelight to continue felling trees.

Chang Sheng, lost in thought, suddenly heard a sound. He instinctively looked toward the source and was shocked to discover that the wall from which he had previously cleared the curse seal had cracked. Water was seeping through the gap, flowing slowly toward the ground.

It is better not to die; there is plenty of pain for them to endure! The very label of "criminal" is enough to bring them humiliation for a lifetime.

He turned over, pinning her beneath him and wrapping her in his arms, leaving An Nianchu nowhere to hide. Before she could be startled, Qin Muchen had already cupped her cheeks and kissed her fiercely.

He hurriedly lowered his head and said with a grim expression, "General Baifang is right. The Emperor only values Cao Rou for her body; if she were to marry him, there is no telling how she might be toyed with. Such a thing must absolutely not be allowed to happen." Having said this, he lowered his head to ponder.

The next morning, when she woke up, Qi Yanmo had already prepared breakfast. Su Nian’an quickly climbed out of bed to wash up and eat.

Especially since both Yang Chi and Yuan Tianjun were linked to the Wu tribe, it further suggested a deeper connection between the two.

"Our time for farewells ends here." Old Du looked at his watch, realized the time was up, and stepped forward to interrupt the trio’s sorrowful parting.

Changmu Shushi’s gaze appeared even more peculiar. Is this the Celestial Empire that he was supposed to pay tribute to every year? The high and mighty Great Qi, which had once struck down into Japan and struck fear into the hearts of so many nations?

Lin Tian and He Shang did not hesitate and walked straight over. Although they had disagreements with Galilai, they also wanted to see what was inside the stone sarcophagus.

"The bad news is... the mission we accepted is useless now. There isn't a single skeleton left." Ning Ziping shrugged, curling his lips in resignation.

Just as the death-chilling wind released by Han Xiao gradually dissipated, the Dark Soul Sword in Ming You’s hand flew from his grip, shot with full force toward the stone statue on the altar.

Ever since then, our class was brought into total submission by Old Wang. We didn't dare to act up in front of him. Later, we found out that this guy was a black belt in karate and had even competed professionally for a few years, only joining the school as a teacher after sustaining an injury and pulling some strings.

"Miss Lan, please forgive my previous offenses!" Xiaoyue Tianpeng looked toward Lan Xinyu, cupped his hands, and bowed, seeking her understanding.

"Is that so?" Han Xiao rubbed the bridge of his nose. Bai Nanxing and Ming You were both men of few words; perhaps they really did have more in common.

The moment Ye Wushuang’s figure moved, countless people swarmed from the distant firmament, and the Heaven-Burial Coffin and the Mountains and Rivers Map also crashed down from the sky.

The Leng family is a power with thousands of years of history. Even experts at the ninth level of the Heaven-Defying Stage would not dare to easily intrude upon their forbidden grounds. Fortunately, the other dangers along the way had been removed; this was the only one they had to face personally.

Deep inside the Kunlun Mountains lies a source well of demonic energy, a place where such energy gathers and evolves. The fact that the Kunlun Sect established its foundation in such a place, while maintaining an aloof and reclusive demeanor, suggests that while they appear to be a normal sect on the surface, they are likely a demonic sect in secret.

Fujitora Issho watched the meteor that had already been destroyed in the sky, suddenly drew the sword at his side, and pointed the tip toward the sea.

Wasn't it agreed that no matter how hard or difficult things got, the detective team would face it together?! You’re just selling me out like this?

Furthermore, the imperial examination has been a major measure for the Great Qi to select talent since the founding of the dynasty by the Taizu Emperor. Since the current Emperor ascended the throne, he has treated it as the top priority for talent selection. Now that such a disaster has occurred, the Emperor will absolutely not tolerate it.

The cheers naturally came from the bench of the Caojian team, and those closer to Han Xidi, such as Guan Hai, ran up to pat Han Xidi’s head and rear vigorously, expressing their joy and support.

"Something must have happened, otherwise your expression wouldn't be like that when you came out. Nor would you have been in such a rush to leave the Wanchun Palace. It is not in your character to leave things unclear." Yan Chuheng seemed to understand her better than Tianjiao understood herself.

Upon hearing this, Peng Jin felt the tutor's words were very reasonable. It was clear he had extensive experience in teaching young children, so he stopped interfering and let the tutor proceed freely, only offering a few words of exchange when he felt something was amiss.

Immediately, people from the Bai family brought over baskets woven from vines from somewhere, and the medicinal herbs inside had a better appearance than those Li Mengkai had produced.

"Let me go! That is the last hope for humanity. If it really explodes there, how many people will die, and how many will become even more unfortunate! Are you going to stop me too, Zhuge Xun?" Ling roared.

"You have the nerve to say that, running off for three days without a word. I’m afraid he’ll swallow me whole when he sees me again. He warned me last time not to go missing without cause..." The more Tianjiao spoke, the less confident she felt.

"Liu Yong, prepare the carriage, we leave now." Murong Chong allowed for no argument; he helped Tianjiao put on her cloak, took her by the waist, and was about to leave.

Jiang Li sat on the edge of the bed with his head hanging low, gasping for breath. The sweat covering his head and body glistened in the candlelight. On the bed behind him, Jiu Jiu lay horizontally, stark naked, her beautiful eyes wide open, as if she had encountered great terror or felt boundless despair.

He reached out and took her hand, his fingers digging into her palm, and then Tang Huaijin quickly flipped his hand, wrapping hers firmly within his large palm.

"Does she know where the auditorium restroom is? Might she get lost?" Song Weiji asked, sounding worried.

"Check it yourself. We’ll go out first." Zhou Hongyi didn't say another word and pulled Yuan Qingta out.

When Hua Jitian’s sword clashed with Zhao Qianze’s again, Zhao Qianze’s sword flew from his hand, and Zhao Qianze fell to the ground.

"Li Ke, why are you working so hard today, making so many dishes?" Zhan Tian asked after seeing the table full of delicacies.

After seeing Luo Leyang and Ke Jiesi off, Yan You turned back toward the hospital ward. Just as she placed her hand on the doorknob to turn it, a faint sound came from inside, and Yan You paused.

Xuanyuan Zhenguo was already at the end of his tether, and after unleashing that final strike to beat back Duan Renjie and Fu Yifei, he entered a dying state.

Whether that bluefin tuna understood Hua Jitian’s words or not, it did not leave and continued to follow.

Especially when she saw Ning Fan still holding Zhao Ling'er in his arms, the concern on Bei Yue's face grew even deeper.