Chapter 27: Visiting Elder Xu

“Lin, my son-in-law, is truly too courteous, alas…”

“Uncle Su, what’s wrong? Reaching an agreement is a good thing, so why are you sighing?”

“It’s certainly something to be happy about, but I can’t help thinking about Xuanhao, that useless child…”

This renowned host spoke in a peculiar manner, almost as if he were conversing with himself. He kept stroking the chips in his hand, caressing them as one would a lover’s skin, his eyes shimmering with mystery, adding an almost magical allure. Even Xu Qing couldn’t help but look forward to what he would say next.

“Perhaps it’s because you’re more talented. Honestly, I can’t see how this is a legendary sword!” I could only shake my head and sigh.

Chen Feng replied, “You’re right, exactly so. I do have my own plans.” As he spoke, a strange smile curled on his lips, sending a chill through everyone present.

Whether the decision was right or wrong… it had already been made. She closed her eyes, feeling much lighter in her heart.

“Nine pillars steady the spirit, earth, fire, wind, water—bind for me.” Chen Feng’s voice resonated through the space, echoing clearly in everyone’s ears. Thunderous light surged from beneath the nine pillars, tightly imprisoning the three within the celestial cage. Thus, a prison was formed.

Anyone with discernment knew that this period of calm wouldn’t last long. In less than two months, everything would return to its old ways. Su Jin was determined to use this brief respite to dig out the stored grains.

Howling! With a strange cry, a zombie with astonishing agility leaped, kicked off a foothold, grabbed a few bricks, and began scaling the city wall with both hands and feet.

The concubines would wait outside, sending messages through the maids. Aside from Mengxi’s maid, only Hongzhu was allowed in and out of the east wing. Mengxi said nothing about it; after all, Hongzhu had served her since she entered the estate, and she was comfortable with her presence.

Shen Biru was convinced that this time, the Dao Conference would be the stage where the Flowing Cloud Sect would shine. Not only would they qualify for the tournament, they would achieve feats that would shake the world.

Even with privileged backgrounds, they could not escape the bitterness, setbacks, and thorns of life.

Having resolved matters, upon hearing that Ji City possessed such wonders, curiosity stirred within, prompting a journey to see it firsthand.

Zhang Xing was startled, hastily wiping away his tears with the back of his hand, hurriedly hiding the basin in a corner, then rushing to open the door.

Furthermore, I have observed that the prisons in all the major cities of the Nine Provinces are overcrowded with inmates. These prisoners idle away their days, with no hope for repentance. I believe this is a grave misstep, a waste of labor resources, and warrants serious attention.

Xia Ruoxi was confused. Just moments ago, she’d been excitedly talking about wedding dresses after watching others take photos, so why did she suddenly lose interest?

In truth, this was not Li Si, but Luo Yu, who used the disguise techniques of the Embroidered Guard to assume Li Si’s appearance. Miss Caidie used illusion magic to bring him here, and even Xiye was unaware.

“You! Would he really be happy if you did this?!” Kurumi’s tone was slightly agitated as she glanced at Ye Yu, still asleep, and questioned Yae Sakura.

Ye Yu wasn’t particularly concerned about his unexpected discovery. After all, the chaotic demonic aura outside was not something he could handle at his current level.

With the relentless optimism and hype from various media, many people believed that making millions was as easy as clicking a mouse.

Now that he had failed the exams and must attend a fourth year of high school, his family would face extra expenses. Amidst such circumstances, Xiye believed that with perseverance, his dream of attending university would surely come true.