Volume 1, Chapter 34: Exhausting Both Body and Soul

Her parents both worked at the National Peking Opera Theater and enjoyed an excellent reputation, and her grandfather, who had yet to retire, held a high-ranking leadership position within the institution. As a family steeped in the traditions of Peking Opera, their status in the theatrical world was quite significant; her grandfather was even considered a veteran figure, held in high regard.

Though Yang and his companion had been startled by the bald man’s earlier behavior, they could hardly back out of what they had already agreed to.

"Then..." With both of her preferred plans rejected, Mo Huayu found herself unable to think of anything else. Anxiety began to bead sweat on her forehead, especially since these were activities she had always enjoyed, particularly rowing on the lake.

There were online forum posts about the race participants, gossip regarding Ye Chen, and various rumors about the Isle of Man TT.

As Ye Chen continued his trek, the viewers in the live stream kept seeing him enjoy various fruits, laughing with such genuine delight that he seemed to have become a gourmet of the wilderness.

"Ninth Uncle?" Looking up at Chu Jiuge, Chu Qianyang struggled for a moment to grasp his meaning. When he said "everything," was he referring to this assembly?

Yao Fei suddenly attacked Guo Zheng, and Lin Xu, standing nearby, naturally noticed. Seeing that Guo Zheng reacted in time to block, he assumed he could handle it and did not immediately step in to help. However, he had not expected that while Guo Zheng’s reaction was timely, his strength was clearly lacking; he was far too unskilled against Yao Fei and was defeated in a single blow.

People often speak of "heaven and earth lasting forever" as a symbol of eternity, yet in truth, even heaven and earth have their lifespans and will eventually reach their end. It is much like the countless stars in the universe, each perishing and falling at every moment, transforming into vanishing meteors.

Indeed, the guillotine blade and its base were not fixed together. With a bit of effort, he lifted the blade. Looking down, he discovered a pentagram-shaped slot on the inner wall of the base. It was likely the mechanism corresponding to the Metal Element.

"The process was interrupted, but Yangyang is not in any serious danger." Without further elaboration, Chu Jiuge stated briefly.

After all, A-Xi Yan hailed from the Valley of Ten Thousand Poisons, and the sachet was surely crafted from flora found within that valley. To those from the valley, it was harmless, but to ordinary people outside, a mere touch might induce poisoning.

"Kill him for me!" Li Maoxiang felt fear for the first time in his life. Panic-stricken, he leaped from his horse, nearly stumbling to the ground.

"Such brazen talk! Let me teach you a lesson, you ignorant wretch!" Hurricane declared, instantly appearing before Leng Xiao.

Wang Xi had reached her limit. After struggling a few times to no avail, she gave up and suddenly burst into loud, wailing sobs.

Liu Ling’s robe fluttered without a breeze, drifting up and down. His silver eyes gazed at Chris with detachment, a mixture of coldness and a thirst for battle.

Immediately, the eldest-looking elder walked to the side of the altar to preside over the ritual. After paying respects to the Goddess of Gu, he rattled off a long string of Miao dialect, lit the incense, and then cast a sharp, piercing gaze toward A-Jiu.

The host would have been better off not mentioning it; as soon as he did, the experts became restless and agitated. Each seemed to have words they could no longer hold back, their faces twisted with matching expressions of disdain.

The crowd was perplexed. What on earth had happened? Why was Ding Ling so furious? Just as they were feeling confused, and just as Ding Ling was about to explode and fight Mo Siqian to the death, Mo Siqian spoke up.

When she said it wouldn't work, Blake’s heart tightened; he was truly afraid she might propose some bizarre demand.

"I will challenge them, starting from the ninety-ninth rank of the Hundred-Man Hall, and work my way up! Perhaps one day, I shall challenge you, Senior Brother!" Lin Tian looked up at Ye Beigong, his posture rigid.

Presumably, Dongfang Wei would not have any other ideas, and even if he did, it would not be as easy as it was now. Ye Xiaowan was already wondering whether she should send Dongfang Wei to the Ye family estate or the Mansion of the Evil King in the future.

Zhu Youjian’s idea was still rather rough, yet it already showed the rudimentary forms of modern accounting.

When this bondservant entered the banner, the slave chieftain Hong Taiji had been emperor for only two years, and the Great Qing was at the height of its power.

Yang Xiao shrugged helplessly. Once the ropes were untied, he flexed his wrists.

"Why have you come to see me?" Zhang Hao looked at A-Qiu. Having met just two days ago, he knew that for this fellow to come knocking so aggressively, it certainly meant no good.

"Brother Xue, this object is extraordinary. Do you know its origin, or is there any way to suppress it?" Huang Yunfei was worried for Chang Kong but dared not contact Leng Changqing; if their relationship were exposed, he would lose the element of surprise.

Aimo turned around and realized Vivian had appeared at his side at some point. Her face was now etched with sorrow and shock.

This was because these people had happened to pass by on their way here and had seen Ye Xiaowan punishing Old Man Liu and his gang in front of the Ye family shop.

Once he finished speaking, especially after describing Athena, the three of them—Boding, and the others—unanimously agreed that it was unmistakably Athena herself.

Hearing Liya’s words, a hint of a smile touched Vivian’s face. These were the kindest words she had heard in days. Even though she knew Liya could not truly help her with anything, she felt that her two friends were simply wonderful.

Sure enough, Xia Yang had not been mistaken; the radiance emanated from the Sword of the Qin King. But why had it been abandoned here?

"Call me Officer Minami!" Minami said with dissatisfaction before walking off, somewhat dejectedly, toward the Xio Bolte parked nearby.

If things continued this way, they would face varying degrees of punishment. Therefore, the perpetrator had become someone they had to deal with; only by doing so could they offer an apology and beg for forgiveness.

The giant god residing outside his body also threw a punch, shattering several other giant gods with irresistible force.