Chapter 21: Martial Arts

"If you don't believe me, you are welcome to find anyone to test the potency of the medicine; the antidote is right here." In truth, this middle-aged man with a thick beard had long since guessed their suspicions.

Outside the city lies a wilderness twenty times the size of the urban area, teeming with countless energy platforms, immortal beasts, demonic beasts, and bandits.

Louis had arranged all his forces in an orderly fashion. It was a pity that this particular formation lacked the support of elven archers, night hunters, and ballistae, which made the siege somewhat difficult, though it did not significantly impact the overall situation.

Furthermore, the werewolves, relying on a sense of smell tens of millions of times sharper than a human's, told Maiev that this canyon held a peculiar scent—one that exerted a pressure akin to a deterrent force upon them.

The crucial point remains: as the Chief Official of the Daoist Seal Bureau of the Yingtian Prefecture, why had he been lurking within the Soul-Suppressing Coffin all this time?

With the imperial court currently beset by internal strife and external threats, should the Emperor fall critically ill, it would likely incite widespread turmoil.

Today’s Banner Formation was far too strange. Xuanchen had always favored using the banners that one must pass through to enter the tower as a labyrinth, posing various tests to his five disciples; even Qibei had encountered difficulties here.

"Art imitates reality, Catherine; that is a golden rule." Ye Fan pulled out a cigarette and tucked it into the corner of his mouth, though he did not light it.

He Ergou looked up at the man; he was slender with a sharp, monkey-like face—it was none other than Murong Guang of the Zhan Yun Sword Sect.

Ling Xuzi took a step forward. He did not know where the speaker was located, but since they were on someone else's territory, and the voice suggested someone significantly his senior, he thought it best to remain polite.

"Then receive my second move: Overturn." Without further ado, the man raised his palm, and a blade of light suddenly manifested, gradually expanding into a giant weapon. Blazing flames burned upon the blade—it was, unmistakably, the Solar Flare.

A voice quietly reached her ears. Huo Yiyao turned her head toward the sound, and a figure gradually came into focus within her field of vision.

In the Fantasy Continent, there is an abundance of spiritual energy and inexhaustible medicinal herbs; even so, many cultivators remain trapped at the Foundation Establishment stage for their entire lives.

"What? The Dark Spirits have joined forces with the Dream Clan to attack the Light Cang Kingdom?" As soon as Chu Ze returned to the city, he was met with this deafening news. Upon hearing that General Li had been gravely wounded, his heart was filled with anxiety; after all, it was General Li who had escorted him all the way to the City of Time, and there was a bond between them.

"Hmph! Just you wait. Once my skills finish cooling down, I'll come back tomorrow to deal with you." He had exhausted his ultimate abilities; going to the sixth level now would be no different than seeking a beating. Besides, it was already three in the afternoon, and after fighting for nearly the entire day, it was time to rest.

At this moment, Xiao Xiao suddenly reached out an arm toward Ye Ling. Seeing this, she hesitated for a moment before stepping forward, allowing him to pull her into his embrace.

"Grandfather, why bring this up today? Could it be that Chu Ze is related to this matter?" Jing Xuan asked, puzzled.

Ji Yuyou watched with satisfaction as Fang Yacen’s complexion turned deathly pale, clearly realizing the consequences should Annal discover everything.

"Very well, if you need anything, just ask. I will not be stingy with whatever help I can provide!" Xiao Jing said.

It was pitch black inside. Just as Wang Ling was about to control the fire element, with a "whoosh," Zhan Chengtian used the 'fire slip' he carried to ignite a pile of dry wood and tossed a first-tier fire-attribute elemental stone into the depths.

"Not at all. I heard from your platoon leader about your situation, and I know you are outstanding, with your sights set on military academy. Tell me, what are your thoughts?" Platoon Leader Xiao smiled, encouraging Zhong Wei.

Shizi ordered Gou Dan to massage Iron Hat Old Man’s shoulders and legs; throughout the journey, the old man was incredibly happy.

It was strange, too—Zuo Zhen, who usually threw a fit even when coaxed with the utmost care, seemed to take to this routine well today. He walked along obediently, drawing low bursts of laughter from the surrounding soldiers.

"Feier, you don't need to be afraid. From now on, your brother will protect you. Any Emperor, Crown Prince, or whatever other messy 'Kings' there are—in my eyes, they are no different from ants." Li Yu said this with an air of dominance, hoping to dispel Li Feier's fear and anxiety.

Through their exchange, Shuo said he could take us to a place. It was a treacherous location, but the main control unit was situated there. Once we arrived, we could obtain some important evidence. Shuo would lead the way.

Of course, that was assuming this gorgeous, shameless woman—who also possessed the constitution of a "troublemaker"—didn't attract trouble she couldn't handle herself.

One hundred acres of the land were used for free-range chickens, while the remaining two hundred-plus acres were planted with various seasonal vegetables, supported by twenty greenhouses.

In her mind, she replayed the scenes she had shared with Liu Feiyang: the first time at the police station, then his invitation to have coffee in Hailian, the walk along the moat in Huibei, and even his protection on the yacht.

"What exactly happened? How can we rescue the person?" Detective Li frowned.

Beads of sweat began to seep from Jing Shun's forehead. If he were asked to admit fault, he wouldn't be afraid, but to speak of his mother before the Emperor was something he was entirely unwilling to do.

A deafening explosion echoed through the phone; even across the wires, one could feel the earth-shattering vibration.

In particular, the surging energy within his body had been suppressing Lin Chen’s form and spirit, preventing him from fully absorbing it, which left his entire body possessed of an extraordinarily powerful and unnatural strength.

Liu Rui looked at me, stayed silent for a moment, and then walked out of my office, swinging a bottle of mineral water.

"I didn't go anywhere special. She took me to meet a friend and even found me a job." I didn't tell my mother about the company; I wanted to keep it hidden for a while, just as I had done with Lin Xi.