Chapter 25: Reunion with Xiyao

Shi Chuchu gazed at Xi Yao’s androgynous, breathtakingly beautiful face, almost believing she was dreaming.

Their first meeting had its own touch of drama and, fittingly, took place on a beautiful beach.

It was six years ago when Xi Yao was still a tender youth just stepping into adulthood—fresh and pure, like a small cabbage glistening with morning dew in the summer.

Shi Chuchu had gone to great lengths to win over this delicate young man.

Xi Yao’s noble status destined his days to be...

Sang Lan’s words felt like a sharp dagger piercing straight into my heart, but what could I say in response?

No matter what, the meaning was clear: tomorrow, the Imperial Tutor’s mansion would host a pre-wedding banquet for Su Qingyan. Su Qibai, as her younger sister, was to return to the Imperial Tutor’s mansion, and Mu Jin had also received an invitation and would attend.

Wu Lei had originally intended to teach that old man a lesson, but with the master’s decree, he couldn’t afford to disrespect him. He merely snorted coldly at the old man before stepping inside. Unexpectedly, just as he reached the doorway, he heard that irritating old man’s voice behind him.

Wen Xueqiao screamed in fright, hurriedly stepping back. Suddenly, her foot slipped, and she fell backward.

But Yang Wei thought differently. Though she couldn’t see the full situation, she was certain the four angels who appeared were no ordinary beings. Otherwise, how could the people inside entrust them so confidently? The following scene confirmed her suspicions.

Upon learning that the Wuchang garrison found no clues, Ichiro Chuan speculated that the attackers were still within Wuchang’s borders. He dispatched four squads to search every township in the region.

This seat was by the window. Although dawn had only just broken, the sky washed clean by rain looked especially bright.

During the clash, Yang Yufan did not exert his full strength. As he prepared to retreat, Yang Wei launched another strike—clearly a continuous assault. Initially underestimating her strength, he quickly regained focus and fought back.

Du Yunfeng pondered briefly and felt his luck had indeed improved. With this new lucky chocolate, he could continue to rely on it next time—a streak of good fortune that pleased him immensely.

“Brother Xuan, do you know what the formation here is about?” Since they would spend the night in the forest, Zhan Yunge thought Nangong Xuan surely understood the forest’s mystical arrays.

Just as he was savoring a plate of fragrant sauerkraut fish, Gu Jueqing heard footsteps outside the hall. Turning his head, he saw Gu Taozi entering.

Unexpectedly, Qi Yu suddenly appeared behind her, eyes filled with resentment, and ran toward him.

Within moments, the entire eastern city wall was engulfed in flames. The scorching heat repelled all living creatures. Under Chen Xian’s leadership, the defending soldiers fled dozens of yards before stopping. Even from that distance, the terrifying heat was palpable.

“Climb the wall.” Su Jin’s eyes flickered. Liuli Wan’er smiled warmly, making Mu Qinglin dizzy and giving a thumbs-up.

“Su Jin!” Just as Su Jin was reflecting on Qin Kun’s words, Rong Yun’s furious voice suddenly rang out from ahead, startling her deeply.

Many soldiers barely had the strength to get up, but after drinking a bowl of water, their complexions improved significantly. Vomiting ceased, though some occasionally coughed up blood.

As she thought about it, Ning Yanyu felt a pang of sorrow. Over the years, it seemed that it was always Wen Shi who had taken the initiative between them.

The operators of the catapults hammered down on the launch mechanisms. “Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh...” one after another, stone balls and debris were hurled forth.

Originally, she had expected the Zhan residence to be extravagantly luxurious, but upon entering, she found every corner exquisitely elegant. Yet from this elegance, one could see the depth of the Zhan family’s heritage. Even the green bricks beneath their feet bore profound significance.