Chapter 45: Mount Dragon and Tiger, Celestial Master’s Mansion

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone present realized that East Island and Chen Yang were now irreconcilably opposed, with no room left for compromise.

Having said this, Kazuo Yamamoto prepared to lead his people away.

But in that instant, Chen Yang appeared before Kazuo Yamamoto, blocking their path.

Chen Yang’s gaze was icy. “Did I say you could leave?”

What?

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Jiuxiao swung her arm in a slap at the person carrying her, but with a sharp crack, her wrist was twisted and dislocated in a counter-move.

Hearing the commotion, Li Feng hurried toward the source of the sound, only to spot Wang Shan lying on the ground, his face covered in blood, and was momentarily stunned.

Zhen Yang showed no anger, simply kicked the lunchbox aside with his foot, then sat back beside Ming Lang to eat, his expression so calm it was as if nothing had happened at all.

Unexpectedly, when the young woman saw Qingmei, she pinched her own cheek in disbelief and cried out in pain.

The hand clasped around her waist drew ever closer, slipping downward uncontrollably, then upward again—unyielding strength making escape impossible. The rough, searing touch against her skin made her unconsciously moan, which only encouraged him further.

“President, give Mengmeng some food! She just got off the plane and must be exhausted. As the host, shouldn’t you show some enthusiasm?” Xiao Yi looked at Zhan Junyi as he spoke.

He used her to ignite conflict between the immortals and the demons, causing the demon realm to rage at the kidnapping by the immortals, while the immortals resented the demons for slaughtering countless celestials. When two tigers fight, one is bound to be wounded. He, meanwhile, could reap the rewards without lifting a finger, clearing obstacles for Gu Yuexian.

How could the shop manager dare accept Lu Jun’s money, especially given the occasion? With the Tiger Gang’s boss present, it would be far better for business to establish some connection with him.

Just as that filthy hand was only a centimeter from Tong Xiyan’s chest, a voice as cold as ice suddenly sounded from behind.

A single sentence made Gu Chefeng’s heart sink again and again, the hand at his side clenching tightly as if even that could not quell the shock within.

Lin Yu pasted a few talismans outside the tent; their power seemed formidable. The ghosts only hovered at the doorway, unwilling to enter, which saved Lin Yu much trouble.

The devouring method, akin to raising poisonous insects, had reached its pinnacle with the Black Dragon, advancing to the highest level—making further progress nearly impossible.

Though the words were abrupt and seemingly unrelated, Tulaf instantly grasped Shen Luo’s meaning. At that moment, he raised his 98K rifle and took aim.

“I’m not going back. I want to stay here with Nuo’er.” Yu Bai threw these words bluntly to the Queen, then fell silent, no longer meeting her gaze.

“The land of Qi is rich and vast, stretching a thousand miles with a hundred and twenty cities, yet it lacks the grand strategy for hegemony. Qi must seek out a peerless talent to devise such a plan, move east toward the Central Plains, annex the neighboring states, and achieve the legacy of Qin Shi Huang!” Tian Heng bowed deeply, finally voicing the thoughts in his heart.

For those already struggling to survive, no one would expend extra energy to carry an injured companion. Once he fell behind, survival on this island would be impossible.

“Greetings, Lord Yue Sheng!” All the cultists knelt in reverence at Yue Sheng’s arrival, including Deputy Jade. Owing to the influence of the Black Lotus World-Devouring Canon, the disciples of the Black Myriad Holy Sect were notorious for their obedience to the upper ranks.

Su Hui, seeing that she hadn’t mentioned being short of money, figured the funds must already be prepared. Relieved, she answered honestly, feeling there was no harm in sharing these matters.

The man inside the room was startled at first, but after a long pause he sighed, stepped out, and said, “Thank you, friend, for saving my life. We were only fleeing from our enemies and ended up here by chance. Perhaps this, too, is the will of heaven.”