Volume 1, Chapter 44: A Sudden Panic Surged in His Heart

When Jiang Qin woke up, her stomach was rumbling with hunger.

Her mind did not feel as clear and refreshed as it usually did after sleeping; instead, it remained somewhat hazy and heavy.

The Pi military commander who had gone upstairs earlier also drew his sword to join the battle. The grand military commander dealt with the Fierce Wind, while the Pi military commander engaged in fierce combat with Hongxian. Seeing that the two commanders refused to listen to reason, Hongxian also drew her sword to fight him.

Everyone gasped inwardly. If they were to rush out blindly like that, wouldn't they be pierced into hedgehogs and turned into living targets? After waiting a moment longer, Hongxian opened the door once again, and dozens more arrows embedded themselves into the wooden panels. Taking advantage of the brief lull in the arrow rain, Hongxian leaped outside in a single bound, brandishing her sword to deflect the incoming volleys.

"I have never felt so at ease either. I thank you too, Changfeng," Weiyang said, tears shimmering in her eyes as her voice choked with emotion.

Shi Tian and Zuiyu continued on their way toward the Frost and Frozen Rain Forest, unaware of the thrilling and breathtaking duel that was about to unfold within the depths of the forest.

Actually, all four of them were thoroughly enjoying the present moment—just idling about together, chatting casually, and watching television. It was rather nice.

Such were her thoughts at the time, yet the very next day, she happened to hear an entirely different version of the romance between herself and Mo Jiuhuang.

Pei Yehuan was just about to reach out once again to pick up a piece of chicken when she suddenly found herself at a loss for what to do. Reaching out felt awkward, yet not reaching out felt equally wrong.

Hearing this, everyone agreed with Hongxian's suggestion. They immediately set about adjusting their saddles and loading up the sheepskin bags. Since there were not enough horses, Hongxian and her master shared one, while Tanyun and her disciple Yiniang shared another. Setting off once more, they traveled through the night toward Jiayu Pass.

Even if he were merely an ordinary acquaintance, sitting together in such a manner would make anyone feel exceedingly uncomfortable, let alone the fact that he was her boss.

Days passed one by one. Having returned to City D for half a month, Zhou Xiao had not yet taken the initiative to trouble the Xie family.

"Fine! I've been waiting impatiently for an audacity like this. How dare you hit my brother? You're courting death!" The plump youth immediately rolled up his sleeves, a ferocious grin spreading across his face.

The former emperor had passed away suddenly due to illness, leaving his only son—born of the empress dowager—as the reigning sovereign. Thus, he had ascended the Dragon Throne without a single ripple of disturbance.

An incredible explanation, paired with a visible fact, made even Li Jinnian—who was famously calm under all circumstances—feel that this matter was genuinely difficult to digest instantly.

Suixi gazed at the refined, serene profile of Lady Guan. There were many things she wanted to say and ask, yet she understood well that the consequences of uttering certain things were beyond her control.

His intention in coming with Dongxia was to search for the secret of immortality. How could he possibly just stay behind here like this?

Shengzhu's eyes were practically blinded by the sight! The young women were dressed so revealingly. With their chests and bosoms half-exposed, didn't they feel cold at all? Some people even had wandering, brazen hands reaching toward Guixiang.

"T-then... never mind." Lin Peidong's eyes reddened. Lowering his head, he spoke in a soft murmur before abruptly turning and running away.

"I brought this for you," Wuming said, his lips twitching. How could he not know that since their master was absent, it was precisely their master who had sent him to deliver things to his junior sister?

Your third aunt's family has raised you for fifteen years; even if they lacked great achievements, they have certainly put in hard labor. To think you would actually use fire tongs to burn her—your heart is truly venomous!

Shen Ruoning was also a regular patron of Yunxia House. Watching the establishment steadily get onto the right track gave her a sense of gratification akin to nurturing a child. Before starting her venture, Xia Yi had been an enigmatic unknown, but now Shen Ruoning felt certain her judgment had been spot on.

The two lackeys behind him nodded in acknowledgment. Judging by their expressions, they must have pulled off plenty of such deeds before.

When Qi Yu learned of this news from Matsumoto Izumi, he immediately knew the other party's intention was to lure him out. Otherwise, with him presiding over Nagoya, anyone attempting to sneak in and cause destruction would simply be seeking death—a fourth-tier's sensory capability was no laughing matter.