24 "Spring Silkworm Cocoon"

“Go over there and take a look; there’s a stone stele that might have some introduction about this temple,” Seven Kills said, glancing briefly at the archway before pointing to a stone tablet on its left side.

The Innate Ones possess bodies like glazed jade, their vitality as fierce as dragons. They embody the unity of heaven and man, wield a sword capable of piercing countless armors, command the forces of wind and thunder, control rain and snow, undergo profound transformations, and are akin to terrestrial immortals.

Yet this young flying mantis seemed unaware that the patience of its leader had limits. Its repeated challenges greatly angered the elder leader, who resolved to teach this youthful flying mantis a lesson today.

Since they were here to assist, I needed to show my sincerity as well. After some thought, I employed the Bat Transformation skill, morphing into a crimson bat and appearing before the elder.

“Wow, of course I want to drink! Why didn’t you say so earlier? Damn,” Seven Kills immediately changed his expression upon hearing there was wine, looking as if he wanted to gulp it down straight away.

Lin Yi surveyed the battlefield at the artillery position, noting that the area had already descended into chaotic combat.

“A flat chest?” Upon hearing this, Zhou Ling’er was momentarily stunned but quickly grasped the implication behind the phrase. She despised being told she had a flat chest more than anything. Her eyes flashed with fierce light, and a blazing fury ignited within her. As for what Zhou Tian said afterward, she no longer paid it any heed, raising her dagger as she charged fiercely toward Zhou Tian.

Just as her claws were about to reach Zhou Tian’s chest, he calmly bent his knees, stomping his foot hard on the green stone floor. His body then floated backward like a swift swallow.

When Zhou Kun came of age, he left to gain experience after his wife died, taking their son with him—Zhou Xuan, the clan’s first genius, who was just sixteen then. Yet he was gone for over thirty years, returning only fourteen years ago severely wounded, while Zhou Xuan never came back, only bringing back his own son, Zhou Tian.

Wen Yuko was slightly surprised, then suddenly thought of something and chuckled softly; Hua Yue also smiled.

Lin Hui fully unleashed the Ice Soul Divine Body and shouted loudly. His body arched slightly before suddenly straightening, releasing a massive icy snowstorm that collided fiercely with the incoming spiritual pressure, producing a thunderous roar echoing through the forest.

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The primal energy of heaven and earth surged violently, as endless streams of water-element energy converged, resembling great blue dragons gathering from all directions.

“Indeed, Sister Ling, I will not disappoint your expectations,” Feng Shisanlang said, then flew to the boundary where the Eternal Ice Spring met the Earth’s Core Magma Spring. He closed his eyes and entered meditation, directing the fighting spirit pill within his body to circulate along the unique path of the Vajra Giant Spirit Hammer.

Of course, experiments are just experiments. Kent wouldn’t claim that the current experimental environment was exactly the same as when the Apostles first encountered it. Kent could only reproduce these experimental elements in the lab. But to have so many ancient elements converge on the World Tree and influence the Apostles—that could indeed be called a miracle.

Hua Feng’s expression appeared perfectly normal, as if he had deliberately forgotten everything discussed earlier with Ye Haoran on the First Peak.

Commoners on the roads respectfully stepped aside upon seeing the robes of the Revered Immortal Hall. Occasionally, patrol soldiers clad in crimson helmets and fiery armor would appear, shouting loudly at passersby to clear the way early for the horsemen approaching.

Looking at the table filled with fresh vegetables and the barbecue grills in front of each seat, the national divine doctor of Hua once again felt awkward.

Ye Chen sighed deeply, unsure if he should persuade them himself. If he did, he would surely regret it later. He truly couldn’t forget Niuniu; having lived together for so many years, how could he let someone else take care of the flower he had nurtured? Thinking of this, a fiery heat surged in Ye Chen’s heart.

For example, the clause about transferring all technological know-how seemed imposing but was actually riddled with loopholes.

Countless dark red blood inscriptions covered the cave walls, lighting up successively as if in response, emitting waves of crimson radiance that merged with the green glow.

“Do you feel any discomfort?” Ming Ru Yan knew it was pointless to ask Wei Jiuxiao such questions at times like this. Their lord was the type who wouldn’t admit pain even if stabbed with a bleeding wound.

When one cannot rely on intellect, it’s best to cultivate a strong physique to ensure a secure future.

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After leaving the hotel, Xiao Yunfei tried to use his phone for navigation but found it had no power. Having brought nothing with him and not charging his phone overnight, he had no choice but to use Liu Qing’s phone for directions.

Several evil spirits, seeing this, grew furious and summoned all their strength in a desperate attempt to destroy the talisman.

Captain Zhao accompanied Xiao Yunfei to the “gate” and, as before, pointed him in the right direction before turning and leaving. Xiao Yunfei silently cursed the stingy police but didn’t dwell on it. He descended the steps and followed the previous route, deciding to find something to eat first to fill his stomach.

Zhang Donghai was very curious about the taste of a dish prepared with Level Three cooking skills. He cooked while eating.

“Call your fellow clansmen who also work as chefs to see if anyone is willing to come back and work. I want to take on two more apprentices to help you. Going down like this isn’t a solution; you’ll exhaust yourself. They will be your juniors from now on and must obey you, no matter their rank in the village,” Zhang Donghai said.

“The quality speaks for itself!” Old Chen remarked. Chen Jingyang placed an order and called Zhang Donghai, telling him to prepare quickly.

“I’m just here to save lives, not to get involved in gang disputes. Go back and tell your leader not to bother me,” Meng Fan said, giving them the cold shoulder. He hadn’t taken a liking to these people. If even the Flower Leopard couldn’t defeat them, he certainly wouldn’t be able to.