Volume One, Chapter 44: The Alliance

So, even if members of the Lei family learned of this news, although the consequences would be terrifying for Lexus, in reality, his reputation would remain untouched.

He took out a charcoal stick and a piece of paper. On the paper, a bowl and a horse were drawn in advance. He drew twenty circles beneath the bowl and ten beneath the horse with the charcoal.

The Four Directions Golden Gate Formation is a trapping array based on heaven and earth, supplemented by golden light. Illusions of golden light appear on all four sides, while the heaven and earth above and below are solid. Breaking the formation hinges first on identifying the core point. Zhan Feng, unaware of his location, was puzzled until Jin Kui informed him.

“Stealing chickens and sneaking around—where did this phrase come from?” Zhan Feng was momentarily stunned, his lips twitching slightly as he asked somewhat irritably.

Wei Qing approached the main gate and peered through the open doors. Inside stood a tall three-story building, flanked by several two-story structures. Judging by their appearance, the three-story building was quite old, while the two-story ones seemed relatively new.

“There’s no denying it; as far as the Idle Clouds and Wild Cranes Guild is concerned, their development level is definitely top-tier. Just look at their guild leader—his reputation! His charisma! Compared to him, I might as well be his junior!” Qu Bo spoke sincerely.

Seeing the Chujihuang seemingly showing no respect, Wu De had no choice but to invoke the banner of the Hacker Magicians. Under Hong San’s signal, Chujihuang then withdrew.

However, if the Lin family could survive this disaster, they would, like those who had endured Pandora’s Box, embrace a brand-new world.

Suddenly, Zhan Feng’s brow furrowed sharply. His previously calm expression changed abruptly, revealing panic—a familiar yet unsettling sensation gripping his heart.

For some unknown reason, it felt as if invisible hands were gently pushing him forward toward the outside world, as if stepping out would unravel all mysteries.

The couple had almost pieced together the truth, yet they were puzzled by the absence of any information on Ning Mo Li online. Even officials at the national level in Huaguo should have been able to find something.

With an average of two steps per second and each step requiring careful thought, any misstep—premature turning or a bit of hesitation—could mean failure to pass.

Mu Guiying lowered her head in silence. She understood this was the Yang family’s bottom line. Without male descendants, the Yang family would cease to exist. Thus, even those who normally kept to themselves stepped forward.

Meanwhile, players who hadn’t purchased Nintendo’s latest console were deep in thought.

If a Great Sovereign-level expert knew of Xu Wuyou and the others’ intentions, they would surely comment thus.

Ye Zhong raised his hand and slapped Qin Xian’er’s impressively curved hip with a crisp sound.

The old patriarch, feeling weak, greeted Ye Tian briefly before being taken away to rest. Ye Tian settled into the Peng family’s main courtyard; the banquet was set for eight in the evening.

This time, Xu Wuyou showed no great shock or surprise, as if possessing the ultimate embryo power was nothing remarkable.

“Last seen... in the central desert city...” Lin Ai rubbed his chin thoughtfully. That place seemed like the origin of Adam and Eve... Why would that runaway android head there?

Of course, the reason wasn’t solely that Xu Wuyou exposed the Yanhuang tribe’s secrets and conspiracies—that alone was insignificant.

It must be said, the steel Transformer, shedding emotional states, fought extraordinarily well. Once entering the battlefield, Tony Stark’s advantages surged. Yet Thor’s endurance was remarkable; though he took more hits, his retaliations nearly shattered the Iron Man armor Tony wore.

However, after retreating, Zhang Haotian collided with the rear wall, and with a “clang,” instinctively dropped to his knees.

Li Shi was called over and saw Wang Xue leaning against the big boss, her thick makeup unable to mask the fury blazing in her eyes as she glared fiercely at him.

“Not arrogant at all. When my dad bought this car, it cost just under ten million,” Qian Xun said calmly, with no hint of flaunting wealth.

At this moment, the Empress returned to Zhanqian Palace. Under the care of several palace attendants, Rong Yue rode a soft sedan chair out of the palace.

“It’s over!” Lin Feng said. This time, he felt genuine remorse. If not for him, Mu Ye wouldn’t have suffered those three shots.

“What if it’s wrong?” Luo Yongheng’s eyes gleamed, a teasing smile playing at his lips.

The northwest wind was correct—that referred to the wind strength at high altitudes. What kind of wind blew near the ground? Only heaven knew.

Outside the secret chamber, Guli unleashed a fierce, unmatched punch on the stone door, then instantly changed his expression and pulled back his fist.

Fang’s family member nearby grew anxious and wanted to speak, but upon recalling her predicament and feeling the nanny tugging at her sleeve, she understood silence was best.

The commotion more than ten miles away grew louder, surely alerting nearby cultivators. The more people gathered, the greater the uncertainty. Elder Shi knew he couldn’t hold on much longer. Though it pained him deeply, he forced himself to remain calm.

Turning hesitantly, he was horrified to see Chen Peinan’s face drained of color, his lips trembling—clearly on the verge of collapse.

Miao Qingshan and Qiao Wanpeng thought bitterly, “Hmph, when asked for opinions earlier, you said you’d follow orders. Now that others have analyzed the situation, you’re suddenly so carefree.”

The Grand Elder recounted the entire incident with embellishments, watching Deskei’s expression closely. Unfortunately, Deskei’s face betrayed no emotion, but his son’s showed some anger.

At this moment, on the southern edge of the Black Bird Mountains, over a dense forest of dark green cypress trees, the vast expanse lay empty until a faint misty shadow flickered ghostlike across the area.

On the way upstairs, Yumei was in a good mood, looking quite pleased at Zhang Yuan’s failure to woo.

With just one hand of cards, he easily secured a five billion betting fund. Such psychological strategy was truly clever. Raising his right hand to check the watch on his wrist, Wuming’s lips curled into a brilliant smile. The timing was nearly perfect; the first step of his plan targeting this world-famous gambling city was about to commence.

Chen Long thought Chen Peinan was bluffing and still acting. He didn’t realize that while Chen was a skilled fighter—indeed a master level—his acting skills were amateurish, so transparent that anyone could see through him at once.