Chapter 52: Has Been Here

The Zenguogong Mansion, the most prestigious family in Great Qian.

The first Zenguogong forcefully suppressed rebellions for decades after the founding of the nation and left behind two poems still celebrated today.

The third Zenguogong pacified both domestic and foreign lands and once bestowed titles upon the Xu Mountain barbarians.

It is said that this was not the first time the Zenguogong traveled to Xu Mountain; on his first visit, he was accompanied by only sixteen men. Later, the emperor honored these men as the “Zenguogong’s Sixteen Riders.”

From then on, the Sixteen Riders became the permanent military force of the Zenguogong Mansion.

After all, if these fearsome demon lords respectfully call someone “teacher,” one can imagine the immense power that person wields.

Upon hearing this, Su Qingsong released Zhang Yu’s hand. Zhang Yu quickly withdrew his hand, looking at Su Qing with a displeased expression.

In the end, it was due to the absence of military power and troops. After Emperor Chengzu’s successful rebellion, he began to curtail the power of the regional lords, a practice continued and reinforced by successive emperors.

After freshening up, Emperor Chongzhen changed into plain clothes and entered the main hall of the Military Strategy Office, where a modest spread of mountain delicacies was laid out.

Through a series of defensive measures and blue light scanning, Wen Yue and his companions finally reached the core of the witchcraft guild and every hacker faction—the synesthesia server room.

Wen Yue found the tear marks on the aircraft’s projection. Stretching his arms, the panda-logoed short sleeves trembled heavily.

Usually, whenever he mentioned wanting to drink, his master would scold him harshly. What was different today?

Besides him, two other elders from the Origin Forbidden Zone mobilized alongside him. When Ye Ming faced danger, they recklessly put themselves in harm’s way to shield him.

Workers at the Agricultural Research Institute earned two taels of silver per month. Receiving a half-year’s salary as a bonus amounted to twelve taels.

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The messenger entering was met with fierce, glaring eyes, causing his body to shudder instantly and freeze in place.

“There’s a disturbance from a fight over there. Let’s go check it out,” Fang Rou said, looking toward the distant northern mountains. She immediately enveloped two disciples with her aura and flew in that direction.

“All set?” Seeing He Ming’s satisfied smile, Shen Leshan finally dared to speak.

Zhang Liang suddenly felt confused. The sword intent from the ancestor of Yunyang should have been the overarching style of the Ten Thousand Sword Technique, but now it seemed more akin to the decayed Grain Sword Technique from the Three Thoughts Peak lineage.

“Alright, alright, let’s leave it at that for now. We’ll talk about it later. I think we’d better go back and wash off this dirt. Damn, just looking at it makes me uneasy,” Feng Xiaotian said, turning and walking away without another word.

But during the merging process, a single misstep could cause the martial soul to collapse and the divine weapon to recoil. At best, one’s cultivation would fall; at worst, death would be instantaneous.

Seeing them like this, Feng Xiaotian’s lips curled slightly, as if he had spotted an amusing toy. However, only minutes later, that faint smile froze on his face.

Though they didn’t find Wang Lang and the others, Nick was still in high spirits. Leaning on his cane, he couldn’t help but clap Watanabe on the shoulder with a laugh.

“How was I supposed to know he was your fiancé? If he doesn’t want you, isn’t it fine that I do?” Ma Qi tried to explain, but the more he spoke, the more flustered he became. Lu Ailin firmly grabbed his hand.

Naturally, under these circumstances, her fan club inevitably flooded Lin Ruofeng’s story with comments, boasting and mocking in equal measure.

The force hitting the core shredded each war chariot into powder, disappearing instantly. The rift began collapsing and expanding rapidly like a black hole, with nearby chariots helplessly swept into the abyss as if caught in a torrent.

The first arrow struck the hilt of the Withered Wood Sword, but the fierce sword intent carried by the blade shattered the arrowhead, causing it to break apart upon impact.

An elderly woman approached. Though stooped and masked with gray cloth to appear old and ugly, Gao Yucheng immediately recognized her as the Ghost Mother upon first glance.

Cang Lang also couldn’t decipher Qin Ze’s tactics. Several times he nearly had his arm entangled. With his years of experience, he knew that if caught, the outcome would be fatal.

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After speaking, Old Eight stepped forward. His massive, imposing figure immediately pressed heavily upon everyone present.

Within this flower street was a medicinal spring reserved exclusively for the flower demon Ge. Others were forbidden from using it. Ge had bathed here in days past. Naturally, Shi Li arranged this spot for her.

At this moment, Pippen, who had committed five fouls, dared not make any big defensive moves and could only watch the Lakers score relentlessly.

“This is completely trash,” Fang Yu said, pounding his chest and unable to hold back his words to Lin Su.

Mu Yunzhi remained silent. She knew Yun Mo was just speaking rhetorically. The item had been purchased at the cost of Qing Qing’s life. Both she and Yun Mo would cherish it, but treasures must fulfill their purpose when necessary. This was the best way to honor Qing Qing’s sacrifice.

After hearing the great monk’s incantation, even Wang Yuetian, a world-renowned doctor, was left baffled by the cryptic chant.

When Wang Yuetian heard the blood monk’s description, a sudden chill ran through his body. Had he not just encountered the exact same scene?

“The doctor said I was fine before letting me go. Uncle Du, you can rest assured,” Meng Fei said politely.

“My strength has mostly recovered. The reason I came to see you this time is because I might not be in Furang for the next several years. The demon clans have lost too much territory that I need to reclaim. It will likely take a long time,” Lan Shuangning said.

At that moment, Lin Ming finally released her wrist. The burly man immediately dropped to the ground, desperately fleeing into the distance.

“Nothing serious. Probably just a sprain. Rest a bit, and it will be fine,” Han Xue said, breaking free from a male dance partner’s support. The partner’s concerned gaze followed her, but he knew Han Xue’s pride too well and held back from stepping forward. “I’ll go get some medicated oil,” he mumbled as he left.

Ruan Xiangqin said, “Guozi, later you should find a good hotel to settle the in-laws. It should be a nice place.” Guozi nodded in agreement.