Chapter 114: A Unique Obsession

It was a trap!
Unfortunately, by the time Liu Xinghe realized it, it was already too late.
"No! I don't want this sword anymore!"
Burning with shame and rage, Liu Xinghe snapped the bidding paddle in his hand, but the auctioneer, who had been incredibly fawning just a moment ago, now wore an entirely different face.
"I’m afraid that won’t be up to you..."
Seeing the official's attitude shift completely, Su Rushi felt a surge of anger, especially at the blatantly contemptuous look he gave them, which was infuriating. However, after glancing at the sky outside and then down at Liu'er, who was already yawning repeatedly, she held her tongue.
Hearing Feng Ruo'er's words, Zhong Wuhen finally smiled. "Alright, I understand. I won't let my thoughts wander toward anyone else." As he spoke, he leaned forward slightly, drawing closer to Feng Ruo'er.
Chu Nan smiled. Though people passed by or watched from a distance from time to time, he felt somewhat uneasy. Even though he had assumed a new identity, he couldn't afford to be exposed like this; if someone with a sharp eye recognized him, it would be all over.
Assured that nothing was wrong, he finally relaxed and turned around, ready to get an update on the situation at the hospital from this person.
"What are you afraid of? I swiped a few things just now, just wait and see." Zhou Shuo looked at the young woman with her wide, pretty eyes, showing no signs of worry. He pulled a bundle of cyan feathers from his person—the very same items he had just obtained from the Peacock King.
Lu Guxing’s plan was quite clever: first, find out which club he intended to join, then resolutely avoid that club and make sure not to be in the same one as him.
"Are you looking for me?" A crisp voice came from behind. A fragrant breeze drifted in through the door, and a graceful figure glided over to sit beside him.
Although Tang Yin had long since witnessed the abilities of the Rune Envoy, she was still shocked by the Fire Fox's methods.
"You must keep a close watch." Zhou Shuo watched the exchange between the twin sisters and couldn't help but remind Yao Yueru. To be honest, he was a bit worried; after all, once the soul leaves the body, the physical vessel is extremely fragile.
He turned back, feeling somewhat depressed, and continued to walk slowly along the crystal path leading to the palace hall.
His throat was dry, but Lei Luo forced himself to speak, though his voice sounded terrifyingly hoarse.
"Father, don't worry. I've lived here for so many years; once Sister Xue’s quarters are vacated, I will move. This is a Bone-Condensing Pill." Xuanyuan Hanyue had lost her previous chill. She handed the pill to Xuanyuan Lang, who verified it and, once certain, swallowed it in one gulp.
In the past, even if Mu Xiya had asked so directly, Sister Lan would have smiled and deflected with ease. However, having been deeply angered by Su Lian, and now encountering another person who irritated her, she naturally had no polite words left.
"Monkey!" Seeing the beggar run away, Bai Ye roared, grabbed him, and pulled him back. When he looked at his face, he realized it was truly his classmate, Guo Xiao! But how had Guo Xiao ended up like this?
Yet, that was not the case. Now that she had no further value, he could discard her without a shred of mercy. There was no need to keep up pretenses for a discarded pawn, and Yu Jin smiled triumphantly in his arms, as if declaring her sovereignty.
Zhang Ruyun was restless and paced to the palace gate to see her off. He couldn't help but think how pure and kind Yang Biyun was; if only someone like her had been there when Xiangqiu was still alive. At this thought, a flood of emotions washed over him, and in his agitation, he sat listlessly on the stone steps of the palace gate for half the day.
Yinniang, meanwhile, kept admiring her handiwork from the side, feeling quite satisfied. Especially when she saw the helpless expression on Zhang Ruyun's face, she felt even more pleased with herself.
Zhang Ruyun did not expect him to speak with such kindness, and his heart stirred; the resentment that had been building for days dissipated. Just as he was about to ask for details about Zuowang Peak, he heard footsteps outside the cell. Realizing the guards of the bitter prison had heard the strange noise in the water dungeon and were coming to investigate, he fell silent.