Chapter 39: Trouble Ahead

Zhao Weimin lost all interest in his foot bath and pushed her onto the bed with a sudden motion. In that moment, the spring dream vanished without a trace.

The next morning, Zhao Weimin climbed out of bed, feeling refreshed and invigorated. Lin Qian, her cheeks glowing with a healthy flush, had already heated up some canned food and prepared noodles. Seeing him awake, she brought them directly to the bedside.

Yelu Nielugu felt the support of the people and decided to strike while the iron was hot. He resolved to march out of the city to crush Yelu Hongji, seeking a glorious victory to cement his future imperial legacy.

The Ten-Crown Heavenly Emperor began his move. Countless deities who had fallen during the ancient Heavenly Court catastrophe had, through a twist of fate, escaped their doom and hidden within layers of chaotic, pristine lands.

Wang Zhong said, "This is the main reason I have invited you all here today. The Beihai Garrison currently possesses overwhelming military power. Over a thousand men can break ten thousand imperial troops without suffering a single scratch, yet their system is entirely unique, starting from scratch. I have spent two years in Beihai, and what I have seen and heard has no precedent, even if one were to scour every classical text."

The demon cast off its physical form on the spot, its soul departing the body. Seeing this from the sky, it was filled with fury, whipping up a fiery demonic wind and racing forward to capture Wei Xiao.

His intent was clear, and Zhang Sanfeng understood it. However, instead of taking Zhang Wuji back to the mountain, Zhang Sanfeng continued to chase after him.

Many people sought out Chen Qihou and Cai Shizhang to plead their case, even coming to the "Red House" to request an audience with Guo Xuexian. They argued that even if import taxes on opium were raised in the future, it would be acceptable, but if the goods were confiscated, not only would the business losses be catastrophic, but many would be driven to bankruptcy.

"Go on!" Even though Lanyue Qing did not understand some of the vocabulary, she seemed to grasp the meaning. This aptitude was clearly not as limited as Li Xiu had claimed; his intelligence was extraordinary.

He had long prepared for the possibility of being targeted by the seven, yet he had not expected the situation to be this critical, facing a multi-person encirclement right from the start.

"It is nothing. I saw you here and thought I would come to take a look," Young Master Hanyan said with a gentle smile, as refreshing as a spring breeze.

Wang Heng only just realized now that in his previous life, no one cared about payment systems; once accustomed to Alipay and WeChat, who would bother creating a dedicated one?

Yan Bailou did not panic. Even though he could not move an inch and could only await the approach of death, he remained as calm as ever.

Jiang Yi destroyed the footage captured by the surveillance camera, placed an anonymous call to the police, and then strolled away unhurriedly.

Although Lei Yun was still unconscious, he could not help but let out sharp gasps of air from his throat—an irregular breathing rhythm caused by intense pain.

Having said this, Tian Xin ignored the displeasure in Yu Xiubai’s eyes, pushed back her chair, grabbed her clutch, and headed for the restroom.

When Zhao Shengting announced that Jiang Huairen had killed the Sect Master of the Sword Sect, Lin Zetian was stunned. Lin Zetian knew that the Sword Sect Master possessed immortal-level strength; even if he were only a human immortal, he was not someone easily killed, much less by Jiang Huairen.

"What? You still have industries in the human world?" Jiang Yi was somewhat taken aback.

The Golden Crow Buddha fire spirit within his Purple Palace space suddenly grew active, its three feet treading on fire, its wings flapping once before vanishing from its original spot.

Ye Xiu laughed, "I have a clear conscience in how I conduct myself, worthy of heaven and earth. There is nothing to fear."

I was kicked flying, my lower back slamming heavily against the coffee table. Within seconds, my entire lower back had gone numb.

Back at their residence, when Ye Yujin set Gu Qiqi down, she blurted out this nonsensical remark.

However, two months ago, the zombies in the town had been wiped out completely, and it had since become a medium-sized settlement housing nearly ten thousand survivors.

The sound of footsteps in the silence was incredibly distinct, one beat after another, as if treading upon the very hearts of those present.

Liu Honglin did not obstruct Ying Hao in this regard; five hundred sets of standard armor were loaded onto five large carts, with rows of cold, glinting spears standing upright.

Li Xue watched Han Dong, who was walking out slowly, with an expressionless face. Suddenly, a surge of blood-red energy erupted from his body, and within that energy, countless blood-red swords instantly manifested. His pupils contracted slightly as he whispered.

Yan Shiyu’s lean, bony left hand gripped her ankle. His palm was very warm, and the heat sent ripples through her heart.

The negative emotions that had been building up in her heart since yesterday stirred once more at Chi Mian’s questioning.

Yan Shiyu did not speak; he simply reached out and pressed the button for the '-2' level, and the elevator doors closed again.

At this time, with the Young Master leading half of the Council of Elders to gather at Lihuo Ravine and block their path, Lian Haiping felt a vague, ominous premonition.

Upon hearing Leng Su's words, Chu Yu felt a surge of heat rush upward; his face and head were completely overwhelmed by the warmth.

It seemed his body's regenerative speed could not cope with the destruction caused by the impact, and his limbs were scattering bit by bit, like paper being slowly burned away.

These illusions, in coordination with the Kili and St. Leonard families, carried Ares's body away from the area where a battle might break out, so that the body would not be destroyed when Kili launched an attack on Uzlack.

But before things were certain, Zhan Xiao could not bear to tell Zhi Xing first, only to give her hope and then disappointment.

Many creatures speculated on who had the best chance of breaking through, but at that moment, a group of uninvited guests arrived.

Ares could effortlessly cast a magic spell after seeing the magic circle only once by using a useless formula, whereas other mages might spend half their lives trying to master it.

Fang Yu was slightly taken aback; the boss was quite greedy, but it did not matter. As long as he could see Yuyan, any sacrifice was worth it.

"Brother Chu Yun, you wouldn't still be a... would you?" Elamu asked with a mischievous smile. After spending a few days with Chu Yun, Elamu had become much more outspoken.

Usually, when others dived, they needed an oxygen tank or at least some equipment, but he needed nothing at all, moving through the water as naturally as a fish.

Fiery gazes fell uniformly upon Ye Zhixing, all gathered together like light focused by a magnifying glass, intense and fervent.

Zhan Junyu’s hand trembled. Do not be deceived by her soft, delicate voice; her words carried immense weight, striking him like a powerful force that left his palm numb.

Sunlight spilled down, shining upon the "Heart of the East Sea," which radiated a beautiful, watery blue light, like a magnificent gem.

Song Yixi was startled and followed his gaze downward. The next second, she let out a small cry, immediately covered her chest, blushed, and turned away.