Volume One, Chapter 35: The Eve of the Grand Competition

As the old saying goes, better you than me. Qin Feng, forgive me, but for the sake of my own survival, I have no choice but to sacrifice you!

Ren Tuo’s words were far from offensive; in fact, one could call them highly cultured, measured, and graceful. With his impeccable attire, his broad-shouldered, athletic physique, a face that could be considered handsome by any standard, and the kind of wealth on his wrist that could buy a car, he looked every bit the part of a qualified, socially successful, and mature man.

In the interrogation room of the gloomy dungeon, a few torches provided a flicker of light, yet the atmosphere remained dim and oppressive.

Liu Chuanfeng was not disappointed; after all, Rome was not built in a day. He watched silently as Long’er’s retreating figure gradually faded into the distance, until she ducked into a house, which he quietly noted down.

"So, you’ve successfully ascended?" Li Lulu’s eyes lit up. Compared to the scandal of Qing Yunzi using Daoist Yunhai’s name to swindle others, the prospect of ascension was far more captivating.

Liu Jiaque coughed a few times. Fortunately, she had enjoyed swimming and fitness in her previous life and had learned breath control; otherwise, even if she hadn’t drowned today, she would have choked to death.

Seeing that she was about to truly lose her temper, Han Fei smiled and was just about to speak when a familiar voice drifted over from the side.

Henry stood before the bronze mirror in his quarters, observing himself. He felt that he hadn't just grown taller; he seemed to have filled out a bit more as well.

Luo Yichen had long since noticed the problem, but with Zhao Yuanyuan in the middle of guiding souls, it was inconvenient for him to make a move.

Shen Jichuan calmly reached over and took the wine pot from in front of her, along with the portion she had been penalized to drink earlier.

Then, they saw Guo Qing and were momentarily stunned. Some had met him before, while others had not.

Upon entering the main hall and heading to the back, he saw that Zi Die had already moved the daily necessities to the west room and was sitting at the table, head bowed, continuing her meal.

However, once the key points were understood, this fear was no longer as terrifying as it had been at the beginning.

The Great Sage’s eyes gleamed as he pulled out a golden cudgel and engaged the arriving Sun Wukong in battle.

"Later, many of the antiques from the old bandit chief’s tomb ended up in the black market. The only item with no trace was that water-jade plum blossom; it is suspected that the grave robbers hid it away for themselves," Beauty Luo sighed with regret.

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After killing Song Liu, Lin Chuan hurried toward Qin Lang without a moment’s delay. He knew clearly that once he stood alongside Qin Lang and Bu Lianshi, his identity would likely be exposed, but that no longer mattered.

To his frustration, Luo Qianqian and the others didn't take him seriously at all, choosing instead to ignore him entirely. Shen Jin’s inner energy at the seventh layer of the Single Mountain stage was indeed formidable, but with the three great masters of ancient martial arts present, his presence was rendered instantly insignificant.

"If we truly declare war, the intensity of the conflict will surely escalate and draw the attention of the Nine Heavens City. By then, we may not have a single chance left," someone remarked helplessly.

Kong Huai glanced back at the entrance. Although it wasn't a bustling area, people passed by occasionally, and he naturally didn't want to speak with Di Nian here, lest Li Guangyan find out and become suspicious of him. Moreover, he had no desire to speak with Di Nian at all, wanting no part in her feud with Li Guangyan.

With their black market passes in hand, Luo Tianhuan and Luo Yiling entered the market without obstruction. It was best to find a warship as early as possible; after all, Luo Tianhuan didn't want anyone else to beat them to it. Even a dilapidated warship would do, as long as it could still move.