Chapter 293
Suddenly, a sensation Yuder had felt in his dreams once again pierced his heart. It was a pain that set his chest ablaze, hotter than the heat rising from his skin, and he belatedly realized its name - regret.
What if, back then, he had asked Kishiar why he kept coming to him? What if he had inquired more about his increasingly frail state? Perhaps things would have been different. Of course, the likelihood was high that he would not have answered hone...
2023-07-26 04:50:20 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 316 Assassination
When they returned to the Xiao residence, it was deep into the night. Du Xiuyuan and others had to support him, and despite General Lin's self-proclaimed resilience, he couldn't withstand the intense beating. His back was covered with countless wounds, with bloodstains barely visible on the clothes. Even the soldiers, accustomed to the sight of battles, were inwardly shocked. Old Hu was indeed a straightforward man.
When soldiers fought, ...
2023-07-25 10:00:06 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 315 A Smart Man
In this near-real battle exercise, it was Lin San who emerged overwhelmingly victorious, as if he was the one commanding five thousand soldiers. It indeed left everyone surprised. Despite leading a weaker force against a stronger adversary and under sudden attack, Lin San reacted quickly, made effective deployments, and left everyone in awe.
Observing the puzzled expressions around him, Li Tai chuckled, "Miss Xu, Lin San was at a disadvanta...
2023-07-25 09:59:38 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 314 Surprise Attack
Seeing the path before them blocked, and the elite cavalry ambushed, the infantry battalion behind the cavalry fell into immediate panic. With all their might, they frantically surged forward. They were well aware that only by joining with the cavalry ahead could they possibly turn the tide of their impending defeat.
Before Li Tai's army had set out, they had been rigorously training in this field. The food and fodder in the center were...
2023-07-25 09:59:10 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 292
"I'm sorry."
But his apology seemed to provoke an entirely different emotion in the other party.
"Sorry, you say... what are you sorry for?"
An even more bitter whisper than before faintly knocked on his eardrums. If he reacted impulsively and apologized again, he feared the voice might shatter. Struggling to speak, Yuder opened his mouth.
"Before... I broke my promise that I wouldn't get hurt. You told me not to act recklessly, but I...
2023-07-25 05:09:13 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 291
With a resounding click, Yuder's foggy mind suddenly awakened.
'Falling asleep while playing a game, it must have been incredibly boring.'
Yuder stared blankly at Kishiar, who was watching him through narrowed eyes. The sound that had just echoed in his ears was the noise of the man in front of him placing a game piece on the board. He frowned, his gaze scanning the scattered pieces on the black board. At a glance, it was clear his position was h...
2023-07-25 05:08:43 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 290
"...Reserve your strength, Priest Lusan, for the one I will bring soon."
And then, he disappeared as quickly as a blink. The Cavalry members only managed to collect themselves and breathe properly after he was gone.
"Wh-where did the Commander go? Don't tell me he went to find Yuder alone?"
"Probably. He did say to Priest Lusan to conserve energy for the one he would bring..."
In response to Emun's question, Gakane mumbled. Even the u...
2023-07-25 05:08:09 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 313 First Victory
"What's going on here?" Standing on the city wall, Xu Zhiqing, who was watching the exercise with Xu Wei and Li Tai, saw the scene before her, and couldn't help but frown slightly, whispering, "Wasn't it agreed that each side would have a thousand people? Why has General Su's side suddenly gained so many more troops?"
Xu Wei was also puzzled. Looking at Li Tai, the old general's weather-beaten face showed no expression, and he said solemn...
2023-07-24 12:29:19 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 312 The Ferocious Young General in White
Atop the city walls, banners flapped in the wind and guards and palace maids surrounded in layers, their security measures were severe. Near the edge of the wall, a towering imperial palanquin was erected. Its big yellow canopy swayed in the wind. Right at the center was an enormous golden throne, cushioned with a golden satin. On all four sides were variously expressive, colorful golden dragons carved in vivid detail. Ea...
2023-07-24 12:28:50 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 311 Such a Large Snake
When General Lin showed his anger, his momentum was extraordinary, instilling a touch of unease in Hu Bugui and the others. They became as quiet as cicadas in the cold, not daring to speak.
When it came to the matter of military strategy, Lin Wanrong was not a master. However, he held a truth applicable across all matters—if simply memorizing some military strategy could make a successful general, wouldn't everyone who read militar...
2023-07-24 12:28:23 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 289
What was the meaning behind that fleeting expression worn by Kishiar, who had always seemed so calm and composed? The image of his face was somehow indelibly etched in Kanna’s mind, causing her to quietly withdraw.
Afterward, matters swiftly concluded. As his subordinates were preparing to leave, Prince Ejain exchanged a brief farewell with Kishiar near the village entrance.
He had planned to return home as soon as he left the village formed by...
2023-07-24 04:06:56 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 288
"That's exactly what the Commander did."
"Huh?"
"The Commander also did it that way."
Kanna, repeating herself once more, soon explained what Kishiar had done.
"As soon as someone as tall as Kishiar stepped forward, they became incredibly tense. Even the Second Prince of Nelarn seemed worried about a potential conflict, and he attempted to take off the cloak he used to hide his face, to explain himself. It was then that someone misund...
2023-07-24 04:06:28 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 287
Ejain generously gave away several gold buttons pinned inside his clothing to the hunter-garbed Awakener, who had offered assistance to his subordinates without asking for anything in return. He expressed sincere gratitude, but the man refused to accept such tokens, saying that he merely lent a hand out of sympathy for their story of near-death betrayal by their former comrades. However, upon Ejain's repeated insistence, the man reluctantly accepted the butt...
2023-07-24 04:05:57 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 310 Military Exercise on the Battlefield
"The road has been paved? How exactly was it paved?" Lin Wanrong asked in confusion.
An Biru gave him a glance, laughed softly, and said, "You're smart at times, yet muddled at others. Why would I stick my neck out today if not for you?"
Lin Wanrong chuckled, his eyes wandering over her figure, "Sister, are you talking about your affair with Prince Cheng? He's your sweetheart, isn't he? How does this relate to...
2023-07-23 09:55:35 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 309 I Beg You to Conquer Her
The woman was clad in a thin, one-piece garment as delicate as cicada wings. Over this, she wore a thin veil, her lotus arms and jade legs, voluptuous chest and raised hips, and the curvaceous silhouette of her body being utterly enchanting. Her skin was as smooth as silk, seeming as if it would drip water at any moment. Her face was as clean as jade, adorned with a touch of light blush, her eyes were radiant, brimming with shyness l...
2023-07-23 09:55:04 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 308 Peak Surprise
"She said her surname is Xiao," the old monk repeated with a smile.
A sense of urgency overtook Lin Wanrong's heart. Could it be a homonym? He pulled out a pencil from his pocket, sketched a few strokes on his hand, and cautiously asked the master, "Master, is her surname Xiao (肖), or is it Xiao (萧)?"
The monk smiled and shook his head, "She did not specify."
His heart cooled when he realized she had not clarified. Doubtfu...
2023-07-23 09:54:35 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 286
"Hasn’t it ended?"
"No. Calm down, Yuder."
Kanna strained to hold back Yuder, who was attempting to hastily move.
"How long was I unconscious? Where are we?"
"We're at the Western Mage Union's base. The Commander brought you here, and it hasn't been long since Priest Lusan finished your treatment."
That meant the battle with Pethuamet had ended just a few hours ago. A dreadful thought crossed his mind, wondering if Pethuamet, ...
2023-07-23 04:26:30 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 285
His body felt unbearably heavy, as if he couldn't lift a single finger. Despite the faint will that remained, his vision was dark and he could hear nothing, leaving him unsure whether he had fallen to the ground or was merely standing. These were typical symptoms that appeared when all the strength in his body was exhausted.
This was the first time he'd experienced such a phenomenon in this life, but he wasn't surprised, as he had experienced it a few ...
2023-07-23 04:25:54 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 284
"Hey! Are you alright?"
A worried unfamiliar voice resonated not too far from him. It seemed that Awakener nearby had decided to help him out.
Yuder evaded the attacks relentlessly using the power of the wind and raised his voice.
"Do any of you have a sword?"
"What, a sword?"
"I dropped mine! It'd be nice if there was a spare one, but if not..."
His speech was cut off as a claw narrowly grazed his earlobe. He clamped his ...
2023-07-23 04:25:22 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 307 Her Surname is Xiao
A simple question about who should be the king of flowers had, surprisingly, provoked so much philosophy, even escalating to a discussion of statecraft. While unexpected, it aligned perfectly with the old man in the pavilion's intentions. Regrettably, the scholarly discourse from the reigning top scholar had been not only overshadowed by Xu Zhiqing, but also suppressed by Lin Wanrong. It was quite disappointing.
A smile lingered on ...
2023-07-22 11:36:29 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 306 King Among Flowers
Xu Zhiqing was a remarkably astute woman. After hearing these few words, her heart held a new understanding. Hurriedly, she addressed Lin Wanrong, “What are you standing there for? Hurry up and express your gratitude.”
“Gratitude, for what?” Lin Wanrong responded with astonishment. He had no comprehension of these matters. Being gifted an entire garden with just a word was something he only ever saw in television dramas. It h...
2023-07-22 11:36:00 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 305 The Reward of the Peony Garden
"Yes, yes." Xiao Yuruo exclaimed in surprise, her face lighting up with joy. "I remember now. Last spring, during the imperial examination, wasn't the top-ranked scholar none other than Young Master Su Mubai? He even received a golden decree from the Emperor, a proclamation that was made across dozens of provinces."
[TL: Zhuangyuan, which is a historical title given to the scholar who came first in the highest im...
2023-07-22 11:35:32 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 283
Yuder sensed their intent to attack Pethuamet once again and flew into action. He simultaneously blocked attacks from both sides with a wall of water and wind, which caused smoke to billow into the sky and momentarily eased the situation. It took more strength than usual, but it seemed to have prevented things from worsening, which was fortunate.
"A mage, perhaps?"
"No, an Awakener!"
"Who are you?"
Seeing Yuder suddenly reveal himself...
2023-07-22 04:52:55 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 282
"Is that really possible?"
Surprised by the unexpected words, Yuder looked towards Micalin who slowly nodded in confirmation.
"If it were any other magic, it would have been difficult, but we created the amplification circle, so we can interpret the remaining information much faster. This is, of course, assuming that there are still remnants left... but if we simply confirm... We'd have to look into it more thoroughly to be sure, but I don't beli...
2023-07-22 04:52:28 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 281
The task Yuder had entrusted to Lusan was far more critical than he had initially anticipated. The mages, though they had received help from Yuder, an Awakener, had failed to eradicate their inherent skepticism and vigilance. However, their attitudes in the presence of the Priest were different. With Lusan, who had supported them without expecting anything in return, there was a high likelihood of learning new information they had not known before.
To ...
2023-07-22 04:52:01 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 304 Top Scholar
What was this girl getting at? Her words carried a strange philosophical undertone that he naturally despised. ‘Speak plainly, damn it, I hated your cryptic ways.’
Upon seeing Lin Wanrong steal the limelight, Ye Yuchuan couldn't bear it and shot him a glare, saying, "Miss Xu, to appreciate flowers, one needs to have the heart for it. Since Lin San doesn't want to go, let's proceed ourselves."
Seeing the crowd's cheering sounds cam...
2023-07-21 10:42:06 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 303 Defiant and Unyielding
Lin Wanrong chuckled lightly, feigning surprise as he said, "Oh, what is this, your Highness? Are you amusing yourself by flaunting your gold leaf? It's so glittery that it's blinding! What an intriguing hobby."
Seeing Lin San's nonchalant demeanor, Prince Cheng grinned and said, "Brother Lin, please don't misunderstand. You are a recluse of high wisdom, naturally uninterested in these mundane treasures. This is merely a token of...
2023-07-21 10:41:36 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 302 The Virtuous Prince
"Long live the Prince." Upon hearing of the arrival of the Virtuous Prince, the commoners and officials admiring flowers in the garden were filled with trepidation and fell to their knees in unison.
The Virtuous Prince was a paternal half-brother of the current emperor, superior to all but one, standing at the pinnacle of nobility. Every official had to show their respect upon his arrival, let alone the commoners.
Ye Yuchuan, ...
2023-07-21 10:41:08 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 280
'What would Kishiar have done?'
He wondered if Kishiar, rather than himself, had been here, could he have convinced Lorna and Micalin? Despite assuring himself that this situation was the best possible outcome, an unsettling feeling of failure continued to intermittently surface.
Yuder was fumbling with a piece of candy when he stopped, finding a bulky object that filled his opposite pocket. In the heat of the conversation, he had completely forg...
2023-07-21 04:39:39 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 279
The elderly mage put down the book he was holding and removed his glasses.
"Go on."
"I'm going to discuss the monster we encountered today."
Yuder didn't stretch out his explanation. He briefly shared his observations – the behavior of the Pethuamet, its voracious appetite, the traces it constantly left while prowling around the magic circles and the ruins, and even the shimmering light from its tongue as it tried to swallow the magic sto...
2023-07-21 04:39:13 +0000 UTC
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