Chapter 17: Becoming Even More Ruthless

“So many wolves! There are so many wolves outside!” Lin Yiyi’s voice trembled.

Wu Xiulan’s face also darkened. “How can there be so many wolves here?”

“These are the same wolves I encountered when I went into the mountain during the day. I wounded the alpha; they must be here for revenge,” Lin Xing explained.

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“Wife, I’ve looked into the wage and bonus system for the quality inspectors. Regardless of how the company is doing, they are guaranteed that amount. This is called pay according to position. There’s nothing to argue about.”

When a delicate, enchanting voice filled the air, as tender and captivating as a gentle breeze, the whole world seemed to fall silent.

Moreover, he was indeed a genuine master beyond worldly affairs, at least far superior to ninety-nine percent of the Xuangang experts in the world.

Now, suddenly, Elder Ning appeared out of nowhere. Clearly, something significant must have happened.

Although clad in Daoist robes, his temperament was fiercely volatile. With a furious roar, he didn’t bother with flying swords or magical implements. Instead, he waved both palms, conjuring countless palm shadows, and charged at Hai Wuxin.

“Oh, that’s my father. He came yesterday, came directly from the Celestial Realm without proper entry procedures. Now he needs to take a flight back to China but must first complete the formalities before buying the international ticket.” Surprisingly, Ling’er spoke with great clarity.

His body turned sharply. The ‘Gate’ overlord charged straight at Lin Fan, his massive fist radiating a brutal aura, striking toward Lin Fan without hesitation.

“Yes, I need the blood of the Barbarian King. Therefore, we must go to the Barbarians. We leave tomorrow—quick and decisive!” Lin Fan nodded and said.

No matter how perfect Chu Feng’s body was, it was only at the eighth level. If the battle continued like this, his body would eventually collapse.

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After Xie Bowen left, the landlady immediately perked up and took us to the room where the waitstaff stayed. Actually, there wasn’t much of a staff; the whole inn was run by just the couple.

Misty veils lingered among the towering peaks, with rows of majestic halls and buildings built along the mountainside. They were grand yet solemn, ancient yet profound. Rays of light flashed and darted between the peaks—these were the footfalls of sect masters riding flying boats or flying swords, rushing about.

“Where are you taking us?” Lu Xiu asked anxiously, addressing Orson at the head of the team. Although they managed to keep the hunters at bay for now, the hunters were gradually distancing themselves from the airship. Soon they would be entirely out of the ship’s support range.

Now, having miraculously returned to forty-two years ago and experienced so much, and after much interaction with Sister Qingxia, Yin Jun had long since fallen for her.

Seeing everyone’s expressions, Chen Feng realized he had not done his job properly. He had originally intended for Grandpa Chen He Song and Tong Lu to cooperate with him in staging a play.

The senior police official was in a difficult position but dared not disobey orders. He took the satellite phone and dialed a number.

This time, the Murong clan sent Murong Chui and Murong Han with an army of ten thousand Murong troops, plus ten thousand recruits from other tribes, totaling twenty thousand. Wanyan’s clan also had twenty thousand troops. Together, they laid siege to Gao Xianzhi.

Shi Bi’s strength was astonishing. With a single strike, he posed a great threat to Li Siyuan, who had just fought desperately. Li Siyuan immediately tried to retreat, but Shi Bi laughed heartily and swung his great axe again. Li Siyuan sensed danger and had no choice but to turn and block.

“Even if you kill me now, I still won’t go!” Pete stiffened his neck, ready to sacrifice himself at any moment.

Zhao Di held only a 1.05% stake, lower than almost anyone who had invested in the third round of financing—except for the investment company just kicked out.

Shang Xuexiu’s movements, following the lyrics, appeared ordinary and natural. She often helped “Living Dream Plum” straighten her clothes and checked the luggage. Though behind her back her lips sometimes curved with a trace of sorrow, she always smiled in front of her husband.

Startled, she turned around to find herself surrounded by a vast web of chakra threads without realizing when they had encircled her.

“Crack!” The Azure Dragon continuously spat purple lightning, and the entire Mu Mansion was blown apart. Liu Da was also badly battered by the purple lightning.

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After speaking, Liang Chen turned and left the main hall, heading straight for the courtyard gate. Once outside, he glanced around, then circled to the back of the house and climbed the rear mountain.

Yan Liben’s heart felt as if ten thousand ants were gnawing at it, unbearably itchy. He then looked toward Li Shimin and spoke.

Silently, Minato Namikaze’s figure landed again. The attendant breathed a sigh of relief. Facing Minato’s relentless attacks, he felt immense pressure.

Confronted by the sudden congratulations from Zhuang Sixian and Zhuang Mingju, Luoshan opened his mouth but was at a loss for words.

A few days ago, at the skeleton site, they were hindered by something else. The skeleton’s strength was indeed superior, but they were tied up with other matters and couldn’t intervene. They knew the Liu brothers were dead and were deeply saddened. Speaking of this, Wang Weidong handed the Liu brothers’ urns to Yuan Gang to return to the mountains, and Yuan Gang accepted them.

Hattori Ichiro had just reached Tian Min Naizi’s room door when a shadow fell into the courtyard.

Yu Hao communicated the information to everyone. Their communication was something of a bug. While others used immortal energy to activate jade slips or stones for messaging, they used advanced technology. Few could communicate this way here; they were among the rare ones.

After guidance from Major General Watanabe, Commander Nakajima had fully awakened to the situation.

Lü Chang quickly adjusted the deployment, withdrawing all troops outside the city walls into the city, preparing to defend firmly.

Upon hearing the boss’s orders, Zhou Hu and Zhou Yuan hurried to act. Seeing their elder brother’s anxious expression, they sensed the matter was more complicated than it seemed.

Liang Dong was the first second-year student to break through to the fifth level of Qi refinement. Others lagged somewhat. Although Lin Tianlong and Wang Dong were not present, they kept a constant watch on the situation here.