Chapter 40

As the Yin Fish returned to its body, it watched as Sun Xiao slowly regained human form, though his life force was gone forever. After burying the villagers in sorrow, Lu Yue returned to the cave once more.

With a sharp, crisp sound, Lan Duoduo slapped Luo Yun across the face. It was the first time they had turned against each other in all the time they had known one another.

At this moment, Murong Feng abruptly dismantled the maze formation, exposing his disheveled and humiliated state to the public—a fate far harsher than being sent to the Soul-Severing Platform.

The heavy doors swung open without a breeze, and Qiu Wulian entered slowly in a red dress. Gui Buhui sat in the center of the hall, holding a teacup and watching her with icy composure.

The others’ expressions shifted; although the burly man was reckless, his strength was genuine, and it was shocking that even with all his might, he could not restrain Gu Xi’s body.

"Today, I have once again swallowed my pride to seek the Divine Physician’s help. So, Divine Physician, please speak your mind." Murong Feng bowed to Tian Xuanzi—a bow from a Celestial Sovereign to his subject. Perhaps in Murong Feng’s heart, Tian Xuanzi had never truly been a subject.

Although the Prime Minister’s mansion was draped in festive red, the security patrols had been greatly increased. The strict inspections of those entering and exiting made it look more like a prisoner being married off. This atmosphere completely extinguished the last of Lan Duoduo’s will to survive.

Yang Tianlong channeled his energy to repair Zhang Xueyi’s lower body, and after she dressed, the two finally emerged from the Spirit Gathering Array.

The Yin Mansion was vast, but it had its limits. The guard brought the two to a dwelling deep within the estate. Surrounded by green bamboo and filled with nothing but the chirping of birds and insects, it seemed Lady Yin was a woman who cherished tranquility.

"I have no objections," Liu Chen nodded. As a human powerhouse, he could not simply stand by when faced with such events.

Yi Yang was not foolish enough to clash head-on with Kobe. He gestured, and the German immediately moved to the high post to set a pick.

The moment the car door closed, Han Shaoxun slammed on the accelerator, and the car surged forward. Because Ye Yaotiao had not buckled her seatbelt, she lost her balance and hit her back hard against the seat, the pain nearly causing her to faint.

When the selection process began, there were many objections within the team, including from Sun Zhengyuan. But later, as Zhang Ruofeng’s performance improved, Du Weichen was praised for having a discerning eye.

Because he was busy with road construction all day, he had no time to visit the two bauxite companies, entrusting all the work to Engineer Sheng.

On the screen, the masked boy’s match footage played. He sliced through his opponent’s ankles like lightning, instantly breaking into the penalty area and settling the fight with a comical layup.

Mo Ran and Xi Feng broke into a cold sweat. This demon did not bare its fangs like a blood demon, nor did it keep human cattle like a vampire; it simply approached you quietly and ate your shadow.

Bai Ling felt helpless about this. Well, fine, let’s just play along for now. After all, even a strange class like "Kidnapped Princess" had a level cap of 50.

"This mountain is truly ominous. Whoever occupied it must be a master of formation patterns," Ji Dong speculated.

The intense pain caused Jiang Dong’s entire body to tremble uncontrollably. He could clearly feel that all his hair had been burned away, and if not for the concentrated Ding Fire protecting his face, he would surely have been blinded.

Wen Jianxiong also believed this was a great opportunity—a chance to secure low-interest loans and the perfect time to purchase land. He told Lin Zhixiao to go ahead with confidence.

At Yang Ying’s words, the freshmen stiffened, their eyes fixed on her without wavering.

Lin Feng went without saying, and Zhang Bo and Wang Shuo did not need to consider the matter. Zhao You, having tasted sweetness, was reluctant to leave Qi Xiaoyun in the provincial capital. Feng Cheng still had unfinished tasks; he had to make the most of this remaining time to make up for the regrets of his college years.

The moment the Heavenly Blade Song Que appeared, the entire situation reversed. Shortly after, You Chuhong confronted Master Liao Kong, bringing the full might of the Dugu family. When the Evil Empress Zhu Yuyan of the Yin Kui Sect appeared, it was not without purpose; she was there to subtly keep the Cihang Jingzhai leader, Fan Qinghui, in check.

Song Yu'zhi thought this to herself while maintaining a calm, smiling expression. The others were equally bewildered, none of them understanding what was happening. Yet, everyone knew that if word of this spread, the entire world would be in an uproar.

Because she had previously agreed with Lin Feng to visit on May Day, Qin Lanyu had finished all the preparations well in advance.

Suddenly, the Sect Master of the Cloud Tiger Sect erupted, soaring into the air and unleashing a punch with the weight of ten thousand tons—an unstoppable force capable of shattering the heavens and the earth.

A moment later, a figure appeared within a mile of Ling Xiao.

The interior of the full-service beauty salon was as dark as an underworld; the entire room—at least the one the two were currently in—relied solely on the dim light of candles.

Before, they had only suspected a collusion between the Golden Heavenly Domain and the Undead Emperor, but now it was confirmed outright.

"Brother Han, what do we do?" Ou Li was anxious. The Fire Mage had fallen, and the Blind Monk’s health was rapidly depleting.

Zhou Yun was startled. Ever since leaving the Underworld, he had carried the King of Hell’s seal for the convenience of daily affairs. Upon hearing Qin Wudi’s words, he immediately pulled it out.

Suddenly, dots of yellow-green starlight appeared in the flowerbed, as if the entire universe were close at hand, within reach.

After finishing his repairs, Yang Bo woke up full of energy. Having spent the night dreaming, he planned to tour Lord Qin the Sixth’s estate to see what kind of mansion he might buy as a reference for the future.

"Fine, that’s better. I’m hanging up. Don’t forget, it’s at five today." He seemed satisfied with my answer. Sigh! When faced with violence, I have no choice but to concede.

What else did I have to do? There was nothing left! In any case, I just didn’t want to go back... I accidentally recalled Jin Yexuan’s cold silhouette from yesterday, and as I looked at the silent surroundings, I felt a faint, lingering sadness.