"Prince," Hong Li whispered. He was shocked to see Li Jie's sudden appearance in front of him, blocking Prince Wang Wei's attack. "Luckily, I managed to find this place just before Wang Wei's strike hit you," Li Jie said. The young man then grasped Hong Li's stiff wrist and channeled his Devil's Fire energy to neutralize the impact of Prince Wang Wei's blow. Hong Li felt a warm sensation flowing through every part of his body. Slowly, he regained control of his movements, though his body still felt slightly stiff. "You're fortunate to have strong bones, Hong Li. That's thanks to the rigorous training you've undergone. Now sit down and meditate. Let the Devil’s Fire energy within you neutralize the impact of Wang Wei’s strike. And don't resist it unless you want your internal energy to be destroyed." "Understood, Prince." Hong Li immediately sat cross-legged and

 A moment ago, after Prince Wang Wei's body exploded, the Golden Sword that had flown away unexpectedly returned to Song Rui. The teacher of Prince Wang Wei was surprised by the sword's return, which suddenly embedded itself in front of his meditating body.The wrinkles on the old man's forehead deepened. His initial surprise quickly turned into concern for his only student, Prince Wang Wei.The return of the Golden Sword, which he had entrusted to Prince Wang Wei, could only mean that something terrible had happened to him. Song Rui suspected that his student was no longer alive.Slowly, he pulled the Golden Sword from the ground. Then, he placed the blade against his forehead and closed his eyes. As his thoughts focused on Prince Wang Wei's face, he muttered an incantation.In his mind, Song Rui saw his student fighting against a handsome young man wielding a sword that radiated a white glow. The old man frowned—he recognized that swo

 Mei Lian smiled upon hearing Li Jie's response. She embraced her husband tightly before they both fell into a deep sleep.Without realizing it, the crowing of roosters welcomed the arrival of the morning sun. All the palace residents had awakened from their dreams and were busy with their respective activities.Meanwhile, Mei Lian, who had also woken up, hurried to the kitchen to prepare breakfast for her husband, who was still sound asleep. She didn’t know why, but her heart told her to make something special for Li Jie. Since leaving her home and journeying with him to the palace—until she became his wife—this was the first time she had cooked for him.After finishing her cooking, Mei Lian rushed to their chamber to wake Li Jie."Wake up, my beloved husband. I've made something special for you," Mei Lian said while gently patting his hand.The handsome young man opened his eyes and smiled at his wife."Wash

 "Chen Li, I've found that young man!" Chen Su whispered."Isn't that the one chasing you?" Chen Li asked, watching a young man running across the rooftops, pursuing his brother."Yes, that's him. Lure him out of the capital. He won't get any help from the soldiers once he's outside.""Where are you going?""I have unfinished business. I'll catch up with you later! Go now!"The two of them swiftly scattered, both heading out of the capital. Chen Su intended to deceive the young man before returning to the palace.Li Jie had to choose which one of them to chase. Though both were heading out of the capital, he needed to catch at least one of them.Once outside the capital, Chen Su hid behind a tree, allowing the young man to chase his brother."Stop right there!" Li Jie shouted as he pursued Chen Li.After gaining some distance from the capital, Chen Li stopped and turned to face Li Jie. His sharp eyes

A strike unleashed by Li Jie sent Chen Su staggering backward, and the young man took advantage of the opportunity to execute one of his signature techniques.His body shot forward, his right hand forming a claw in front of him. "Die!" he shouted.Chen Su, unable to evade, could only raise both hands to block the attack. He channeled more than half of his strength to withstand the immense energy directed at him."Hyaa!" Li Jie shouted loudly just before his attack landed.Chen Su had been prepared to receive the blow, but to his surprise, the young man suddenly changed the direction of his strike. Li Jie planted his foot firmly before shifting sideways, redirecting his claw toward his opponent's neck.The old man could only widen his eyes in shock, unable to react to Li Jie's lightning-fast feint. Just as he resigned himself to his fate, Chen Li lunged to grab his brother's body."You're too foolish, Su! Can't you read that young man's movements?!" Chen Li scolded."Easy for you to say