Chapter Fifteen: Whatever Happens, Happens

“No, no, it’s the truth. If I were lying, I would have casually given you a place to look for him, just like how you came here. I deliberately showed that expression to make you guess that Teacher Jiang is here,” Nan Murong said earnestly.

Ning Fuchen casually picked up the newspaper from the table, intending to glance at it, but as he lifted it, he noticed something else inside.

Not only is the teaching master knowledgeable, but the blacksmith is also a great craftsman among the kingdoms. All were early efforts by Wang Zheng, using money—and even the prosperity of future generations—to lure them in. It’s not exactly deception, more like coaxing combined with persuasion, a willing arrival...

With less than five inches left between Tenglong and the flowing river shape, the latter’s gaze suddenly sharpened. For some reason, without hesitation, he leaned forward.

Today, her hair was pinned up, her makeup exquisite, with sharp and beautiful eyeliner. Around her neck hung an exquisite ruby necklace. She wore a custom strapless evening gown, and on her feet were classic high heels from a renowned brand.

Li Cheng thought to himself, it’s really not about revenge. Since Meng Cheng died, she must want to flaunt herself before Chu Yan.

Ming Yue smiled faintly. Given the prejudices Prince Ji and the others held against her, even if she pleased him today, there would surely be more difficulties to come in the future.

The man’s eye sockets were deep-set, bearing the look of several sleepless nights. He held a long-barreled rifle, from which wisps of smoke still curled.

Jiang Xinyu withdrew her hand from beneath the petals and began scooping water to pour over herself. The already steaming bathtub became even more veiled, resembling a flower seen through mist. The person hiding secretly had obviously seen this scene, their body involuntarily shifting, eyes changing expression.

After all, only one believer remained, and no time-sealing box had been purchased, so there was no question of wasting time. The only concern was ensuring the main mission was completed to receive the reward.

“No problem at all, rest assured!” Kaio Dis confidently pounded his chest, giving a firm guarantee as usual.