18. The Shadow of the Stele

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Pale blue orchids of the secluded valley are visible everywhere, their rich fragrance intoxicating to all who wander near. Amidst the dense blossoms, wild rabbits dart to and fro, making it clear that this is a world unto itself.

Yang Ying could not fathom why, but when Qin Yang’s gaze met hers, she immediately reverted to her cold, distant expression.

Zi Xue offered a faint smile; in that moment, it was as if an iceberg had melted, and all the world paled in comparison to that single expression.

Seeing Qin Yang and Lan Daxiong walking toward him, the man known as "Mediterranean," barely able to speak, wailed and wept, begging Qin Yang and his companions to spare him. He offered to hand over all his territory to Lan Daxiong, claiming he wanted nothing more.

Then, just as Lu Qingshan appeared to have the room to dodge the strike, Nangong Changle frowned slightly. The power of the moonlight surged, instantly shattering the countless arrow-like energies that stood in her way, and the final blow landed squarely upon Lu Qingshan.

A moment later, the two leaped onto the arena and bowed to one another. Because the spectators were too far away, they could not hear what was said, though it was likely nothing more than, "I have long admired you," or "Please, treat me with respect."

I glanced at Li Zhonglei, who hung his head in guilt. It seemed he had not told Shili about the miscarriage of Thai girl’s child.

True Spirit artifacts are rare, especially in the Demon Realm, where the demon tribes are not adept at forging treasures. Most True Spirit artifacts are passed down through generations. Even Elder Long Yu, a Demon Immortal of the Azure Dragon tribe, possessed only three, and this "Array-Breaking Shuttle" was something he had acquired by a stroke of fortune, a treasure upon which he relied heavily.

The golden luster was even more enchanting than the silver. It was not just the young worker carrying the shoulder pole; even the seasoned veteran Li San could not help but swallow hard under the intensity of that golden light.

"Beneath the sleeping quarters of the Emperor of the Blue Wind Empire, a prehistoric savage beast is sealed. I don’t know the specific details!" Guan Shixiong was so desperate to prove his sincerity that he would have hollowed out his own heart to tell Han Bing everything he knew.

Another method involves absorbing the grievances of the living to enhance one's own abilities—a malevolent practice indeed.

This was a racing motorcycle, wide-bodied and equipped with a fairing on the front. It possessed immense power, the kind that the average person would find difficult to handle.

Old Man Shao did not speak throughout the entire meal, and the table remained silent. Once they had finished, Gu Lan and the others exercised great restraint and did not ask for seconds.

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Taiyi Zhenren and his two disciples looked down at their shadows, only to discover that their silhouettes had become faint and ethereal, nearly vanishing.

At that moment, Kurosuki Raiga suddenly sensed danger, but he had no time to close his eyes before a bizarre chakra struck directly at his brain.

He reached out and grasped Rin’s hand tightly, his voice trembling slightly as he spoke.

Taking advantage of Liu Xiuxiu’s distraction, I seized the chance to step out with Lang Ni, hastening toward the backyard of the He family residence.

After pondering for a while, I concluded that the root of the truth lay with Zhen Lihua, and so I devised a plan.

Serena lay in bed, tears streaming silently down her face. She knew she had become a sacrifice to this political marriage.

The sudden gust of wind from the punch stirred up a sky full of sand, forming a terrifying, world-shaking pressure that crashed straight ahead.

"If we offer the tea together, it will show that we sisters are of one heart; Grandmother will surely be pleased," Lin Yurou continued to persuade.

"Gu Qingniang has arranged a marriage for Gu Qing and is currently preparing the betrothal gifts," Chen Rong said with a smile. She had heard Gu Qingniang mention more than once that she was longing for a grandson.

"The Prince’s disappearance is not my fault. Why are you shouting at me?" Fei Yuelan retorted coldly.

Shi Feng furrowed her delicate brows. Jue Qingshang’s bouts of lethargy had become increasingly frequent; since leaving the Azure Dragon Kingdom, she had been sleeping for seven days straight.

Now that she had received Lady Lin’s praise, she had finally managed to salvage some of her lost face.

Not wanting Shui Fengran to catch up and punish her, Jue Qingshang took off running, but after only two steps, she tripped over something. She fell flat on the snow in a most ungraceful manner, ending up with a mouthful of snow.

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"You are strong," Su Yanran said, somewhat surprised. Her concealment technique allowed her to merge entirely with nature, and ordinary people would be completely unaware of her presence.

Su Yanran looked at Wei Lanxi in silence. Wei Lanxi gripped her clothes nervously, fearing that Su Yanran would refuse.

"Reporting to the Sect Master, Yun He has been brought here." Yuan Qi knew that what followed could not be taken lightly, so he became serious, addressing Lu Xifeng as Sect Master.

Watching Shi Feng’s departing figure, Di Canglan’s deep eyes burned with dark flames, and his lips curled into a wicked, tyrannical arc.

Even though they were all Immortal-level experts, the gains were immense; the immortal essence within their bodies felt as if it had been tempered a thousand times over, becoming significantly purer.

As the rainbow light settled, two young twins appeared. They were in their early twenties, dressed in azure Taoist robes with the character "Break" embroidered in gold thread on their chests. They held unsheathed longswords that radiated a chilling aura.

Xu Yang only knew these things because he had accidentally overheard some of the bosses mentioning them when he first came here years ago.

The other party wore a mask and acted suspiciously, glancing back every three steps as if afraid someone was following him.

Xu Yang was speechless. Was he really his own father’s son? Was he the type of person to use flowery words? He had clearly won her heart through his own merit, hadn't he?

Lin Zhengming had no choice but to apologize repeatedly. As the Vice-Chairman, if this matter got out, it would damage his reputation.

Longhua possessed a rigorous defensive system; every player’s defensive position and movement were precisely orchestrated by the coach.