21 The Embrace

The Ancient Star Charm was created as a demon-exorcising technique to command the countless stars in the sky. Although mastering this technique requires at least a level-five exorcist’s cultivation, with the help of the sect elders, Senior Sister was able to cultivate the Ancient Star Charm despite only having a level-three exorcist’s skill.

This retreat immediately alarmed other factions; even the Huang family found it impossible to keep the news under wraps.

An hour later, Wu Shouhe and Liu Sisi both recovered, and Liu Changqing opened his eyes. His gaze was profound and bright, full of wisdom, stirring Liu Sisi’s heart deeply.

“Of course, participation is voluntary. Those unwilling to join need not do so; we won’t force anyone,” Hua Chengtian continued.

Hong Lian took out a salve for treating external wounds and swallowed two pills that healed internal injuries. Now that her body was fully restored, she resolved not to take the last pill unless absolutely necessary.

I do not desire to become any kind of demon king or invite trouble. Yet, when I look back at these four demons who have been injured protecting me, I cannot refuse this responsibility in front of them.

Dwarves are naturally loud, and the furious roar of the Thunder Hammer was exceptionally effective, frightening the elves nearby until their faces turned pale.

“Everyone, stop immediately!” Chu Yan saw Su Mo’s unstoppable rampage, as if divinely aided. He knew that continuing to fight might actually defeat Su Mo, but given his speed and skill, capturing him was impossible. Prolonging the fight would only bring humiliation.

In the past, when it always hung around Ghost Mask, some people only regarded it as a pet. After this incident, no one would dare to see it as a mere pet again.

“Brother will lend you another hand,” Li Ling said, producing three thin swords and forming a long serpent of star energy to deliver them to her.

Shi Jin, Black Whirlwind Li Kui, and Lu Zhishen immediately halted their attacks at his shout, knocking down the Liao soldiers before them and beginning to retreat.

Hearing these words, Su Jinru’s previously tense heart finally relaxed considerably.

Why does every good thing end up in Jun Li’s hands? Anyone would feel resentful in such a situation.

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Zuo An and Lin Feng listened and then put the masks on. Once worn, the masks vanished as if never there, impossible to touch, and caused no discomfort on the face.

Yi Yunsheng glanced at Lin Beiwei, as if seeking confirmation from her about the words she just spoke.

Wang Bu Wang leisurely sat down, tidying the wrinkles on his clothes, speaking with an air of self-evidence.

Zhu Qingting was genuinely startled; she did not know when his strength had grown so formidable. These people, praised by Zuo An and his group as powerful enough to have killed Xuanwu, were no match for him.

Why is she causing trouble? She wasn’t nearly as brutal to Feng Liyou, who manipulates minds, just now.

Tomorrow is the wedding he has dreamed of; it would be false to say he isn’t excited. Her excitement, however, was different from Lu Anran’s. She hoped everything would go smoothly tomorrow.

Afterwards, they were introduced to the rules: any fighting style allowed, skills unrestricted, death matches permitted but no fatalities. Winning meant rendering the opponent unable to move, knocking them out of the arena, or the opponent conceding defeat.

Zhao Ze strode out, sleeves swinging. Deng Huaibin called Song Chong to the government office, and the two conferred in secret. Song Chong’s heart sank; he had planned to gain merit by informing, but news leaked. If everyone found out he was the informant, he would be scorned both inside and out.

Firstly, practicing charms is not easy; low-level charms don’t earn money unless they are intermediate or advanced, which are profitable.

“Do you think I’m plotting to escape?” Suddenly, her expression changed and she laughed. Even now, clearly at a disadvantage, she could still laugh.

Yu Meixi wrapped one arm around Qin Ming’s shoulder and forcefully pressed her fingers against his philtrum.

Yun Chen’s expression instantly turned serious. With a low shout in his heart, he crossed his arms and faced Abby at a distance.

Hadn’t this scene been familiar before? Lin Chuxia once saved his life in this very way. Would history repeat itself today?

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No one knew which sect member suddenly shouted loudly, causing an uproar. Everyone began to focus on their fellow disciples still inside the mine. After all, everyone had come to this desolate place for the sake of their sect.

Unconsciously, Fang Tianmu, observing his surroundings, bumped into a blue energy field.

Still that handsome and enduringly beautiful face, his smile like that of a boy next door. Amid the spreading demonic aura, he appeared so pure and sacred, as if all the filth around dissipated with his smile.

Ming Jin: cultivate full-body strength and concentrate it; when one punch strikes out, the air explodes with a deafening crack, an awe-inspiring power known as “a sound worth a thousand gold.” This is the realm of Ming Jin.

In theory, the Bodhisattva is a deity of filial piety, famed for revering elders and honoring parents. Yet, generations of jokes about her mother causing trouble are endless. Ultimately, if the elder’s actions were not so exaggerated, how could the younger generation’s devoted filial piety appear so earnest?

They seemed scorched by the sun, losing their moisture and wilting as if dead.

However, after four years, difficulties in creation inevitably arise. For example, after four years of infinite challenges and many trials, a sense of confusion has set in.

“Are you questioning my decision?” Lu Ranjun raised an eyebrow, releasing a faint pressure that jolted Hua Rui to full awareness.

After half a day of discussion, Qin Fengyi saw the fatigue on everyone’s faces and dismissed them to rest.