Behind Claire, Reine hesitantly entered the room, followed by several armored guards.
Blasting a hole in the Princess’s bedroom wall might have been an act of egregious disrespect, but sometimes urgency demanded drastic measures.
Even so, Reine’s face was deathly pale—paler than a skeleton’s might be.
She had a sudden, dreadful thought: Will they make me pay for this destroyed wall?
No, please no! She was already drowning in debt!
T...
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“Hmm? Are you complimenting me?”
Though Alice’s voice was as soft as a shy sparrow’s chirp, Nero caught every word.
“Um… that…”
“Ah, praise indeed! Your eyes are as clear as mirrors, and your compliment is most fitting!”
Before Alice could say anything further, Nero tilted her head back, basking in the admiration with pride.
“No matter where I am, I am always the most dazzling and exceptional one. Isn’t that obvious? I am the Flower of Oly...
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“The issue here isn’t just the overzealous reactions from the crowd,” the ceremonial attendant remarked, his eyes narrowing as he scanned the room from the second-floor window.
“Oh? Care to elaborate?” Hu Tao asked casually, though her expression betrayed a hint of unease as her gaze swept over the excited patrons below.
Keqing frowned. “What are you two talking about? Care to explain for those of us who aren’t following your cryptic musings?”
“In simple te...
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Gu Sanqiu glanced at his gleeful companion. “You’ve never done something like this before?”
Xingqiu gave him a sideways look. “And you have? In a place like this, I mean.”
“Oh, no, not exactly.”
“Then that’s settled.” Xingqiu chuckled. “Acting all refined and important in a shady establishment really is something else. No wonder people call places like this ‘money pits.’”
“It’s not too bad,” Gu Sanqiu replied, casting a quick glance at...
2024-12-28 17:38:34 +0000 UTC
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Despite Xingqiu's amused chuckling, Gu Sanqiu's expression didn’t change in the slightest. The two of them quietly prepared, double-checking each other’s disguises before heading out. No matter how lighthearted their banter, they were both crystal clear about the purpose of this trip.
Gu Sanqiu trusted Zhongli; the old man wouldn’t bring up something like this without good reason.
As for Xingqiu, he trusted Gu Sanqiu—and the weight of the name Wangsheng Funeral Parlor.&nbs...
2024-12-28 17:38:30 +0000 UTC
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Gu Sanqiu’s body tensed as he felt a staff press firmly against his lower back. Somehow, Hu Tao had sneaked behind him without his noticing, and her Staff of Homa was now poking him accusingly.
“Gu. San. Qiu. Are you seriously going to a place like that?”
“And what if there’s something fishy going on inside?” he retorted.
Hu Tao snorted. “I wouldn’t know what exactly goes on there, but I do know that some people come out lo...
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In the distance, a twin-tailed girl wearing a black hat came bounding over, her arms wide open in excitement as she called out.
“Hey, hey! Long time no see!”
Gu Sanqiu caught Hu Tao as she leapt into his arms, instinctively giving her a little bounce.
“Have you gained weight?”
…
“I’ll bite you, Gu Sanqiu!”
Hu Tao pushed herself out of his arms and landed back on the ground, baring her teeth in mock fury.
“What kind of man says someth...
2024-12-28 17:38:21 +0000 UTC
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Boom!
In the night sky, a streak of faint light streaked rapidly toward the scene.
Simultaneously, the Darkhold above Dark Stephen's head continued to flip its sinister pages, unleashing chains of darkness that shot out in all directions.
Clang~
The dark chains swept across the ocean, colliding with bursts of scarlet energy in a terrifying eruption.
Amid this clash of crimson and darkness, Wanda could sense the power she desired emanating f...
2024-12-27 23:47:17 +0000 UTC
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"Ah…"
Jia Changjiang rubbed his throat, his Adam’s apple bobbing as he spoke. "I feel… so thirsty. It’s hard to suppress this urge to fight someone…”
His gaze sharpened as he turned to Lumine. “Lumine, let’s hurry to Jueyun Karst. The Adepti must be powerful, right?”
“If I challenge them… surely that will quench this thirst, right?”
“Jax, calm down.” Lumine grabbed him by the collar, shaking him lightly. “We’re going there to clear our n...
2024-12-27 22:30:27 +0000 UTC
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"Who's there?!"
Lumine sprang to her feet, weapon drawn, and leveled a suspicious glare at the figure emerging from behind the tree. "Is it the Millelith?!"
Her sharp eyes scanned the man, as if calculating the best way to dispose of the evidence once she took him down.
“What an aggressive look,” Childe said with a chuckle. “Relax, I’m not here to fight you.”
He smiled and added, “In fact, I just helped you escape the Millelith.”
“Really?” Lumin...
2024-12-27 22:30:14 +0000 UTC
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"Sorry about this, buddy!"
Jia Changjiang grabbed a Millelith soldier and hurled him into the approaching group, sending them scattering.
Despite his actions, Jia Changjiang was careful not to use excessive force—this was an escape, not a battle to the death. Just like back in Mondstadt with the Knights of Favonius, he preferred to knock them out rather than cause serious harm.
As Jia Changjiang and Lumine dashed through the alleys, more and more soldiers were thrown out o...
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“Who goes there?!”
The moment Jia Changjiang leapt from above with Lumine and Paimon in tow, they drew the full attention of the Millelith.
Their dramatic entrance was impossible to miss, and in mere moments, the soldiers had connected the trio to the supposed assassination of the Geo Archon.
“It’s the culprits! Capture them!”
A flood of Millelith began surging toward them, weapons at the ready.
“Mr. Jax!” Paimon clung desperately to Jia Changjiang...
2024-12-27 22:29:56 +0000 UTC
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“Jia Changjiang, you’re absolutely destined to die alone,” Lumine teased, her tone dripping with mockery.
“Not happening. I’m too responsible to kick the bucket before leaving something behind,” Jia Changjiang replied nonchalantly.
Lumine tilted her head, her golden eyes scrutinizing him. “You’re so weird, Jia Changjiang. A normal person would be captivated by a beautiful woman, but you? You just comment on how strong she is. With that attitude, girls are never goi...
2024-12-27 22:29:48 +0000 UTC
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As evening fell, Luo Yuan carefully rose from the bed.
He picked up the blanket that had been kicked aside and gently draped it over Sabrina.
Pausing to rub the heads of the two drowsy Eevee lounging nearby, he fished out some snacks from his bag and handed them over. With that, Luo Yuan left the hotel.
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In a quiet café on the Indigo Plateau,
Malva sipped her coffee with a practiced grace. Her pink hair, red-tinted sunglasses, and figure-hugging black outfit ...
2024-12-27 22:29:26 +0000 UTC
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The decision to schedule the interview in the evening wasn’t due to any ulterior motives on Luo Yuan’s part.
Aside from having lunch with Misty and Sabrina, the main reason was that Luo Yuan needed to first discuss matters with the president of Silph Co.
After all, the Indigo League’s top-seeded contender being interviewed by a Kalos Elite Four member was a huge selling point.
It could serve as excellent free publicity for both Luo Yuan and Silph Co.!
Little did ...
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Hearing Gary’s response, Luo Yuan didn’t even blink. “No problem!”
“Then it’s a deal!” Gary said quickly.
By this point, Kingler and Scyther had already started their battle. Kingler was clearly on the defensive, while Scyther held a commanding advantage.
Gary worried Luo Yuan might back out of their bet and wanted to lock it in as quickly as possible.
“In such a rush? Aren’t you going to ask what kind of room I’m staying in?” Luo Yuan asked, a sl...
2024-12-27 22:29:13 +0000 UTC
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Kyosuke shared his experience with Malva, who grew even more intrigued.
As a Kalos Elite Four member, she understood all too well what trainers competing in the League aimed for—fame and fortune.
They hoped to make a name for themselves through the Indigo League and, in turn, reap the rewards of their renown.
Except for certain dark organizations using the League as a smokescreen for their schemes, no one had ever broken free from this pattern.
Yet Luo Yuan had rejec...
2024-12-27 22:29:07 +0000 UTC
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Reality once again proved Tyranitar’s instincts right.
Its use of Protect had been crucial—Fighting-type moves dealt 4x damage to it, and no matter how tough its defenses were, there was no way it could survive Dragonite’s Brick Break unscathed.
But while Tyranitar’s decision was spot on, its trainer, Eito, found himself in an awkward position.
As a Pokémon trainer, having his Pokémon ignore his commands and make better decisions on its own was a direct blow to his...
2024-12-27 22:29:00 +0000 UTC
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After hearing the manager’s proposal, Saku fell silent.
So it’s come to this…
He’d considered that someday, if he improved his composition skills enough, he might be able to connect with Misumi Uika through music.
But to have that possibility show up in this way was completely unexpected.
He couldn’t exactly fault Raana for her actions, though.
From what the manager had said, Raana had actually followed his instructi...
2024-12-27 22:28:48 +0000 UTC
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After chatting a bit longer with Kita at the café, the two eventually decided to head out together since it was already dark.
After he saw her off at the train station, Saku began his own walk home.
Feels like things have been pretty busy these past few days.
He stretched his arms above his head, thinking over everything that had happened.
But then again, the payoff was more than worth it.
He’d strengthened his friendship with Rikki to the point that ...
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“Alright, Saku-senpai, let’s hear it.”
Without hesitation, Kita Ikuyo agreed to Saku’s plan.
After all, there was no harm in just listening to an idea, right? If it turned out to be impractical, she could always reject it.
If it was something she could pull off, though, she was more than willing to try.
“Alright then. Since your mom’s main concern is that the band might hurt your grades, we just need to convince her it won’t, right?”
Saku laid out...
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“Sorry I can’t be more help with practice stuff; I don’t know much about singing or guitar.”
After a brief pause, Saku forced himself to look away from the window, sensing he couldn’t let the awkward silence continue.
If Kita Ikuyo’s struggle were anything like what Tomori or Shiina had gone through—more of a mental block—then he might have some way to help her.
But this was clearly just a matter of practice, which left him at a bit of a loss.
He wasn...
2024-12-27 22:27:56 +0000 UTC
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“Huh? So, does Saku-senpai think it’s weird for me to come to karaoke alone?”
Hearing his rather biased comment, Ikuyo Kita couldn’t help but retort, though her voice was still hoarse.
How flat does he think my character really is? she thought to herself.
“Isn’t it, though?” Saku replied, as if it were the most natural thing in the world. “A karaoke spot? On your own? That’s just not like you at all.”
She was the sociable type, after a...
2024-12-27 22:27:49 +0000 UTC
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Soft and smooth, fragrant and tender—that was the sensation of Furina’s cheeks in Luo Qing’s hands, a texture so delightful that he found himself completely enchanted.
Her flustered, angry expression only added to the charm, making her look like a pouting little white kitten. And as everyone knew, adorable kittens were meant to be pinched!
Luo Qing took his time, gently kneading Furina’s cheeks, her teary-eyed, indignant look serving as the perfect seasoning to his joy.
2024-12-27 22:26:51 +0000 UTC
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“Wow, this really is a morning news report…”
Luo Qing sat across from Furina, monitoring the Akasha Network while watching her read the news aloud. He could barely resist the urge to comment.
She had actually taken his joke seriously, turning herself into a morning news anchor.
After some time, the “broadcast” came to an end. With a subtle signal from Furina, Luo Qing cut the livestream feed.
As much as he wanted to laugh at the absurdity, he ha...
2024-12-27 22:26:46 +0000 UTC
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Sumeru — Akademiya
Following an order from one of her mistresses, Bu’er, Rosalyne set aside her duties as a housemaid. She finally swapped out her black-and-white lace maid outfit—worn for nearly half a year—and donned the elegant robes she once wore as a Fatui Harbinger.
Utilizing the teleporting toilet, she returned to the Akademiya in Sumeru, a place she once knew well.
“Lady Bu’er,” Rosalyne greeted respectfully.
Alt...
2024-12-27 22:26:42 +0000 UTC
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Some people have a thing for a well-endowed chest, others for long, shapely legs.
But Luo Qing?
Over time, he’d come to realize that his thing was Cryo Visions.
There was just something about girls who carried a Cryo Vision that enthralled him, igniting a strange excitement he couldn’t quite control.
Maybe this was the Tsaritsa’s fault…
After escorting Furina back to the Palais Mermonia, Luo Qing wandered the empty streets of F...
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“Help us…”
Furina's expression shifted slightly with discomfort as she muttered in a low voice, “Who... Who needs your help? With me, the great Hydro Archon, here, there’s no way that prophecy could come true!”
“Oh?”
Luo Qing let out a light chuckle.
“But Lady Furina, you do seem like someone in desperate need of help.”
“Hmph! As a deity, I lack the power befitting a god, forced to watch my people gradually fall into panic over that prophecy...
2024-12-27 22:26:32 +0000 UTC
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The spacious room was comfortably warm, equipped with every amenity one could imagine. A large bookshelf in the corner held hundreds of books spanning countless genres.
On the square wooden table, a few elegantly plated dishes lay untouched, their meticulously crafted presentation doing little to stir Bronya’s appetite. Even the intricate desserts nearby failed to entice her. The utensils remained spotless, unused.
She was under house arrest.
Her mother had placed her unde...
2024-12-27 22:26:27 +0000 UTC
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Inside the clinic, everyone formed a circle, with Chen Lin at the center, carefully handing over sheets of paper filled with material lists to Natasha.
Many of the listed items were standard for chemical industries, but for the few Natasha hadn’t heard of, Chen Lin had written out the preparation methods, complete with annotations crammed into the margins.
Natasha turned out to have a surprising grasp of chemical knowledge, which spared Chen Lin the hassle of lengthy explanation...
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