In fact, Ji Rong’s thoughts were simple, once Dou Weiyi dealt with the heroine, she could step onto the stage herself.
One had to admit, this time the young miss did an excellent job.
But in Dou Weiyi’s eyes, Ji Rong gripped her Qinghe Sword with her left hand, her gaze cold and i...
2025-02-09 10:01:55 +0000 UTC View PostThe second round of the martial arts test was held again in the training grounds. Since Pei Huiyun was away on a journey, the event was presided over by Gong Yu.
Gong Yu, with a sword at her waist, moved slowly towards the training field. Dressed in red, her brows and eyes sparkled with vit...
2025-02-09 10:00:19 +0000 UTC View PostAfter peeling off the heroine's dark robes, Ji Rong saw the blood spreading from her scapula, blooming like a peony in full bloom.
Since Gu Baiyi was lying on her side, Ji Rong could only see her slender shoulder and the terrifying wound hidden beneath the white fabric.
It was a strai...
2025-02-09 09:59:04 +0000 UTC View PostThe moment these words were spoken, every pair of eyes in the room turned toward Qiu Che.
The Empress narrowed her eyes slightly and smiled gently, "May I ask who this young gentleman is?"
Qiu Che remained unfazed, bowing and replying, "This humble official is named Qiu, currently ser...
2025-01-25 10:01:55 +0000 UTC View PostWith a soft clink, the fan in Wu Yiqi's hand fell onto the table.
Fuling finished speaking, hurriedly bowed, and left, leaving the two of them staring at each other in stunned silence.
Wu Yiqi: “... You two really know each other?”
Qiu Che didn’t know how to expla...
2025-01-25 10:01:17 +0000 UTC View Post
After everyone had left, Madam Liu hurriedly opened the door, pulling the wailing Qiu Zhe into her arms as though he were her most precious treasure. Her voice trembled as she pointed at Qiu Che’s slim figure retreating into the distance. “Master… are you just going to stand there and l...
Upon returning to the capital, Qiu Che first made her way to Hong Xiu Zhao.
This place was desolate during the day but bustling with noise and excitement at night—
after all, it was the largest brothel in the capital, frequented by many high-ranking officials.
However, Qiu Che wa...
2025-01-25 09:59:31 +0000 UTC View PostQiu Che never got her “next time.”
After that day, the bird whistle from next door was never heard again.
To prevent the whistle from being confused with real bird calls, Qiu Che had added her own subtle touch when crafting it—something only she could distinguish. Yet, after its...
2025-01-25 09:58:50 +0000 UTC View PostIn fact, Gu Baiyi had aggravated her previous injuries during the fight; she had been pushing through the pain, but now it was becoming unbearable.
Her dark robes, with intricate silver threads pressed into cloud patterns, were originally of a deep color, so even with the blood, it wasn’t...
2025-01-25 09:56:10 +0000 UTC View PostUnder the gaze of the crowd, Ji Rong stepped onto the stage with a calm demeanor. She gave a respectful bow to Gu Baiyi. "Junior Sister Gu, please offer me your guidance."
Gu Baiyi smiled lightly and returned the gesture. "Senior Sister, please advise me as well."
"The twenty-fifth ma...
2025-01-25 09:55:19 +0000 UTC View PostThe Martial Arena, located to the left of the Wanjian Sect's Scripture Pavilion, was often used for disciples to spar and hone their skills.
However, today was the Inner and Outer Sect Martial Trials, a day when only participating disciples were allowed entry.
As per tradition, Yunyan...
2025-01-25 09:54:37 +0000 UTC View PostAt the border of West Mountain, a chasm known as the Ghost Tomb separated Ming City from Xichuan.
The area was steeped in demonic energy, a blood-red moon hanging high above and an endless abyss below. Even the Demon Sect’s cultivators rarely dared to venture here.
But today, someon...
2025-01-25 09:53:45 +0000 UTC View PostAt the border of West Mountain, a chasm known as the Ghost Tomb separated Ming City from Xichuan.
The area was steeped in demonic energy, a blood-red moon hanging high above and an endless abyss below. Even the Demon Sect’s cultivators rarely dared to venture here.
But today, someon...
2025-01-25 09:53:06 +0000 UTC View PostThe Wanjian Sect’s Grand Competition was an annual grand event held every January. Prior to that, the Inner and Outer Sect Examinations were conducted, divided into two categories: literary and martial exams.
The top performer in the Outer Sect exam could qualify to study in the Inner Sec...
2025-01-25 09:52:25 +0000 UTC View PostThe Bodhi Sect stood nestled amidst the towering mountains of the East. With peaks piercing the clouds and violet mists swirling, the scene was reminiscent of an immortal's domain.
At the summit, Mei He clasped her hands behind her back, gazing down at the mundane world below. Her expressio...
2025-01-25 09:51:40 +0000 UTC View PostThe feeling of being lifted off the ground was far from pleasant.
Ji Rong forced herself to muster a breath, channeling spiritual energy into her palm, and struck it hard toward Gu Baiyi.
Yet, the crimson mark between Gu Baiyi’s brows only grew more sinister.
She gave Ji Rong ...
2025-01-25 09:50:46 +0000 UTC View PostThe bamboo forest of the Wanjian Sect was always tranquil, guarded only by a lone sentry with a sword in hand. Beyond that, it was a haven for birds, insects, and flowers living in carefree harmony.
By the stone pool in the distance stood a young woman, her long sword slicing through the ai...
2025-01-25 09:49:12 +0000 UTC View PostThough the Wanjian Sect is renowned for its swordsmanship, the sect encourages learning from various disciplines. Besides mandatory swordsmanship classes, inner disciples are expected to study three to five additional subjects.
Take Gu Baiyi, for instance. She begins her day practicing swor...
2025-01-25 09:47:13 +0000 UTC View PostWhen the head of the Fan family rushed into the Chen household, Chen Xiao suddenly realized the situation.
No wonder the Wu family was so troubled about their son being rejected; how could such a prominent family like the Fan family remain indifferent and allow their juniors to run amok her...
2025-01-25 09:41:02 +0000 UTC View PostChen Xiao had expected the man to ask him something, but instead, it was the elder who stepped in. For some reason, Chen Xiao felt a faint sense of disappointment.
He quickly realized this was an extremely inappropriate emotion. His heart jolted in self-awareness. No matter how rare and all...
2025-01-25 09:40:22 +0000 UTC View PostWhen Chen Xiao was suddenly pinned to the ground in the Chen family courtyard, he was completely stunned. With this abrupt action, more young men, all seemingly under twenty years old, began pouring into the courtyard one after another.
His aunt stood in the middle of the yard, unsure of wh...
2025-01-25 09:39:26 +0000 UTC View PostThe immortal masters, who were originally set to leave immediately, stayed an extra half-day specifically for Wu Xinzhi—a rare and exceptional honor. Wu Xinzhi was so overwhelmed with excitement that his face turned red, and he didn’t know what to do with his hands and feet.
The immorta...
2025-01-25 09:38:42 +0000 UTC View PostAlthough Chen Xiao’s requests seemed peculiar, they didn’t interfere with daily life. Since he was paying for the house renovations, Chen Changgen hesitated only briefly before agreeing.
Once the roof was completed, Chen Changgen led two workers to carve out a new main entrance in the l...
2025-01-25 09:38:05 +0000 UTC View PostChen Xiao had come to comfort Ershun out of goodwill. However, he struggled to suppress a yawn in front of her. Just as he was about to fail, Ershun dropped a bombshell that nearly made him choke on his held-back yawn.
Wiping the tears squeezed from his eyes, Chen Xiao stared at Ershun, who...
2025-01-25 09:37:19 +0000 UTC View PostChen Xiao only lingered in disappointment for a moment before gathering his thoughts and turning his attention back to the scene unfolding inside.
Half an hour had passed when the person standing behind the seats stepped forward to collect the booklets from the youths. With the leader gone,...
2025-01-25 09:36:43 +0000 UTC View PostChen Xiao had traveled across the country with his master in his early years, visiting ancient and modern dragon vein sites. Through hands-on learning, he had personally witnessed several dragon veins. These veins carried evident auras, consolidating the fortune of the land—some strong, some we...
2025-01-25 09:35:39 +0000 UTC View PostOn this day, Fancun was abuzz with excitement, resembling a festival. Almost every villager took part in cleaning the main street until it was spotless. The market was closed, shops shut their doors, and street vendors packed up their stalls, fearing they might offend the arriving Immortal Sect r...
2025-01-22 10:46:30 +0000 UTC View PostChen Xiao and Auntie only sat for a short while before Auntie went out to do chores. Something as significant as taking on a formal name wasn’t a decision she could make; they’d have to wait for her husband to come home that evening.
Chen Xiao’s belongings were temporarily placed in A...
2025-01-22 10:45:49 +0000 UTC View PostChen Xiao was fretting about not knowing the village roads when Sanshuan offered to guide him home, leaving the ox untethered. He tied the large ox to a tree while the two calves obediently followed their mother, grazing on the grass.
Sanshuan's face was flushed with excitement. Encounterin...
2025-01-22 10:44:54 +0000 UTC View PostAfter repeatedly confirming that Chen Xiao had memorized the village's location, Master Zhou finally left with a head full of confusion.
By this time, the shopkeeper and the other workers who were off duty had returned. Chen Xiao wasted no time running to the chief shopkeeper to request lea...
2025-01-22 10:44:05 +0000 UTC View Post