“The ancients said, ‘If I hear the truth in the morning, I may die content in the evening.’ Lord Zhu’s philosophy of this great age of exploration has truly enlightened me,” Wang Zhi said, raising his teacup to toast Zhu Ping’an. “I offer tea in place of wine to honour Lord Zhu.”
“You’re too kind, Leader Wang,” Zhu Ping’an replied, raising his teacup in return. After drinking, he picked up the teapot to refill both their cups, then lifted his again, looking at Wang Zhi. “Leader Wang, we’re fortunate to live in this era, standing at the forefront of today’s tides, great…”
“Are you Zhao Wude?” the grey-clad elder asked lifelessly, like a thousand-year-old tree.
Among past generations of successors, some even killed their predecessors after growing strong.
Moreover, as martial veins are awakened, the later ones are harder to cultivate, because their bloodlines condense, greatly enhancing the strength of their bodies and martial veins.
Hearing Qiao Gong’s words, I clenched my fists, veins bulging on my neck, eyes glaring at the despicable man before me.
From the day he aspired to be king, he lost the right to choose love; his sister getting what he couldn’t was a small comfort.
Thunderous applause erupted from the audience, the most thrilling match they’d seen since the tournament began.
Because, heaven knows whether what’s offered is an olive branch or a viper disguised as one.
The secret lies in Chan Tianlong, who, in his early teens, grew up in an orphanage in the Martial Illusion Realm. His exceptional talent in martial illusion caught the eye of the Phantom Demon Mother, who took him as her disciple.
A few kind-hearted people shouted on my behalf, feeling the authorities’ handling was too unfair. They were clearly targeting me, likely because the driver knew those officers.
What a lavish meal! The Qiao family had never eaten such costly dishes, even with all the meat. Qiao Ming’s mother warmly urged me to eat more.
“Sister and the others are gone, I’ve no family left. If Guard Shi doesn’t mind, just treat me as family!” Du Ruoqiu said mournfully.
Aside from searching for Pangu’s relics, every other task had to be completed last night before seeking the Yunyi Immortal Palace.
Finally, he found a mortal’s inn. Though old and basic, it was better than sleeping under the sky.
Yuan Fan didn’t care for wealth or glory. In a few days, he’d leave, why bother with all that?
Ande saw himself as Sabo’s close friend, always backing him, badmouthing Abram to Sabo and feeling indignant on his behalf. Oddly, Sabo himself didn’t even know why Ande was so upset.
After the fall of the Ning Clan’s Holy City, most collateral and branch clansmen either fled or scattered.
Basic fitness training improved physical resilience, but it didn’t mean these children could adeptly use their enhanced abilities in real combat. A moment’s hesitation could bring devastating harm.
Due to severe injuries, Chu Wangshu, collapsed on the ground, spent half a moment setting broken bones and bandaging before standing.
After the two bewildered men left, William walked along the walls of Arcadio’s estate toward the noble district’s depths. With no one around, he swaggered, as if unable to contain his glee and pride.
In the end, neither could muster the resolve for armed resistance, deciding instead to enter the palace to plead and persuade.
The registered soldiers numbered 651. He Bo was appointed as the regiment commander, overseeing five regiments, Bai Mingze handled logistics, Huang An led reconnaissance, and Huang Rush, forced by Liu Heng, was given a new role as chief craftsman.
