Chapter 84: The Fire Within

She reached out and tightly grasped Xu Liwen’s hand.

Her gaze was filled with worry as she looked at him and said, “Liwen, all these years you’ve worked so hard taking care of me on your own. Even though my health doesn’t allow me to help you, I still hope that if you have anything weighing on your mind, I can know about it. I want to share your burdens.”

A warm current surged in Xu Liwen’s heart. He looked at his wife with gratitude, at this woman he cherished most...

“Can I refuse?” Xu Yaran’s expression darkened, clearly angry.

The splendid griffin beast grew enraged, flapping its wings furiously as countless blade-like gusts swept toward Long Ming. He hastily conjured another shield of light before him.

A thick layer of snow covered the frozen surface of the river. In the areas near the bustling part of the city, most of the snow had been purposefully cleared, exposing the ice for visitors to play upon. Even at night, couples could be seen strolling across the river, talking about the past, the present, and the unpredictable future.

“Godson, you’re not upset that I took matters into my own hands, are you?” The man’s angered expression struck fear into the old father, Qin Zaixi, who began to tremble uncontrollably.

Having been intercepted, he showed no sign of panic. After repeatedly bowing to his superior, Xiong Peiyun, and receiving permission, he hurried over to Zhang Jiaming. Without even catching his breath, he knelt on one knee and waited quietly for his master’s inquiry.

“Aren’t you curious about where this is?” He wiped away her tears, then winked at her.

The three Heaven-tier martial artists didn’t bother to guess what Gu Fan intended. They were certain of one thing: as soon as they acted, this Innate-tier martial artist would be utterly destroyed.

Yet another loved one departed before his eyes. Zhang Jiaming let out a heart-wrenching scream. He could no longer bear the pain of losing family. He needed to vent. He wanted blood. Amid his ragged roars, Zhang Jiaming transformed into a beast.

“Weren’t you fighting at the border? Why are you back again?” Huohua asked as he saw Long Ming rushing over.

Everyone else was dumbfounded. Was there really such a fool? To confront the Left King directly inside the royal palace—how was that any different from seeking death? Not far away, Jiang Yulu was also stunned. She was anxious to persuade Jiang Yuxuan, but had no chance to speak.

Although she had already guessed at the outcome, it still pained her deeply to have it confirmed.

“When was this card delivered? And where is the person who brought it?” he asked the man beside him.

As one of the three top lineages, the Kunlun Immortal Sect naturally chose a place of extraordinary fortune. The founder of Kunlun found this location ideal; the Venerable Divine Crow agreed. In fact, everyone thought this place was perfect—there could be no doubt.

Chen Teng sat on the stone bench in the Laifeng Pavilion, his expression calm. Watching the farcical scene before him, the corner of his mouth curled into a wicked smile as he mocked and ridiculed.

The manager of the Mercedes dealership carefully picked up the Supreme Golden Dragon Card from the table and respectfully handed it back to Chen Teng. With an ingratiating tone and a look of utter deference, he asked,

“I... I know I was wrong. I’m willing to hand over the entire Mo Group to atone for my mistakes,” President Mo pleaded, trembling.

“The loser drinks a glass of wine and tells a joke—that’s all!” Wang Xifeng looked at Granny Liu, a mischievous glint in her eye.

After reaching an agreement, the exhausted and dispirited crowd arranged to gather here again at eight the next morning. Then, like startled birds and beasts, they scattered to find hiding places.

Chen Teng extended one hand and folded the other behind his back, standing proudly and calmly as if nothing had happened.

“The people we’re trying to rescue have been brought to Qingmeng City. Damn it, it must be that old fox Qingmeng’s doing. Looks like Piaofei’s parents aren’t having an easy time,” said Nangong Ping.