“What’s going on?” asked Mr. Johnson. “Emperor William is a wicked one. Now every day he indulged himself in seeking pleasure from women. He is lascivious. He even wants me to serve him in his Pleasure Palace as his concubine though I’ve already been married.” “Oh, that’s horrible! It looks like the Rose Dynasty is going to be over soon,” said Mr. Johnson. “That’s why my father invites you to go to Fanta Mansion to help him,” said Jenny. “Here’s the ring,” said Tolly who quickly pulled out the ring Fanta Lord asked him to give to Mr. Johnson. As soon as Mr. Johnson caught sight of the ring, his countenance underwent a dramatic transformation, for he knew that he could not possibly spurn the summons to Fanta Mansion. He had pledged to Fanta Lord that, in the event of any strife, he would come running at the mere flash of this very ring. He heaved a sigh and said, "It seems as though a great calamity has befallen us, and I must sally forth to meet it." "Indeed, Mr. Johnson, the ci
Tolly thought the scene before him was something out of a fairy tale. All he could see was a beast with wings--a rare sight indeed. Apparently, this was no ordinary creature. It was an orange-striped tiger with a pair of enormous wings that seemed to stretch for hundreds of miles. It was a sight that left onlookers trembling in awe and fear. Yet, despite its impressive wingspan, the tiger's body was small and twisted, giving it an almost grotesque appearance. However, when it opened its mouth, a roar so loud that it could have shaken the mountains echoed in the air. When it looked up at the sky proudly, it seemed to be challenging the gods living in the heavens. After that, it quickly turned its fierce gaze down to the Water Dragon. "Are you the one who has just defeated my friend, the Red Flame Dragon?" demanded the Flame Tiger in a voice filled with anger. "Yes, it's me who took down your friend, the Red Flame Dragon. What are you planning to do about it, you winged little tige
Tolly watched with bated breath as the two forces clashed, each refusing to back down. The scarlet flame and the deep blue lightning were like two stubborn beasts fighting for dominance. However, the lightning proved to be the stronger of the two and eventually snuffed out the flame. The little fire tiger was thrown into a panic. It had used all its tricks, and yet it was still no match for the lightning bird. The feline dodged and weaved as the bolts rained down on it, leaving its once-orange fur blackened and charred. It was now unrecognizable, and the water dragon mocked, "Hey, little back tiger, you look so ugly now." The water dragon's snout arched into a charming grin, displaying its toothy maw that could light up a room. However, the fire tiger was feeling blue and had lost its spark. "Come on, pull yourself together," said Mr. Johnson, whose infectious energy was like a breath of fresh air, but it couldn't seem to rub off on the dejected feline. The tiger's spirits were as
Just as the Mountain Shaking Lion was beginning to feel smug, the flames converged once more and the Fire Phoenix emerged before them, reborn and ready to fight again. As Tolly and Jenny gazed at the Fire Phoenix in disbelief, they couldn't help but grin from ear to ear. The rebirth of the Fire Phoenix was a sight to behold. "I don't have a real body, Mountain-shaking Lion," said the Fire Phoenix confidently. "No matter what weapon you use to attack me, I won't be slain." The Lion was flabbergasted, and let out a furious roar that echoed across the sky "No, how could this be possible? You're just trying to trick me!" "You're an earth-element warrior, Mountain Shaking Lion," Mr. Johnson interjected calmly. "To vanquish the fire bird, you'll need a water-element ally to lend you a hand." The Lion's expression shifted from frustration to realization, and he bellowed once more in triumph. "Aha! I see now, thank you for your insight." The stage was set for an epic battle, and the te
"Shifu," Jenny piped up suddenly, her eyes shining with anticipation, "Since you're teaching Tolly a new technique, can't you teach me something too? I'm just as eager to learn!"Mr. Johnson grinned, his eyes crinkling at the corners, "Of course, Jenny! I have a special gift for you too, one that will give you the edge you need in battle. But be warned, it's well hidden in the same dense thicket of trees."Tolly chuckled, nudging Jenny playfully, "Looks like we're in this together, partner.""But Shifu," Jenny interjected, her brow furrowed with worry, "the forest is vast, and the tree where the gift is hidden could be anywhere. Can you give us any more hints or tips?""I'm afraid not, my dear," Mr. Johnson said cryptically, "The path to your discoveries must be forged by your own ingenuity and cunning. Trust in yourselves, and you'll emerge victorious."With that, Mr. Johnson retreated into his pristine white home with his six-headed dog with a plan to enjoy his hot jasmine tea insid
Tolly’s heart raced with excitement.“I’ll be a monkey’s uncle! I know just the ticket to find that elusive tree now.“Jenny’s eyes widened in surprise.“Do tell,” she urged, eager to hear more, “what’s the catch in it?”Tolly leaned in, his voice dropping to a conspiratorial whisper.“It’s a secret, but I’ll spill the beans just this once. You see, Finding that damned tree is simply like looking for a needle in a haystack. But now I know the shortcut that’ll make it as easy as pie.”Jenny’s eyebrow shot up, “Really? Just shoot!”“Cross my heart and hop to die. I swear on my grandmother’s grave, I can lead you straight to that tree. You order Miss Wheel to go to that tree!”Suddenly, Tolly pointed at a small-sized tree down below, “there!”“Okay, Miss Wheel, take us there, please,” said Jenny, her curiosity piqued.In a minute, they arrived in front of the tree. There was nothing special about it. Jenny furrowed her brow, peering skeptically at the tree before her."Is it really this
"By all means," Mr. Johnson declared, a sly smirk tugging at the corners of his mouth."Point your stick and prepare for a show, my dear Tolly. The cat's out of the bag, and the game is afoot."With a flick of his wrist, Tolly directed his stick towards the picture, and in an instant, the room was ablaze with a radiant golden light. The picture floated upwards, its edges crackling with electricity, and for a moment, Tolly wondered if he was seeing things.But as the light grew brighter and the air crackled with energy, he knew that this was no flight of fancy. Something incredible was about to happen, and he was right in the thick of it.Both Jenny and Tolly gasped in amazement as the picture transformed into a swirling wisp of smoke, curling and twisting as it crept into Tolly's stick. It was like watching a miracle unfold before their very eyes, one that defied all explanation.And then, just as suddenly, the stick itself began to change. It pulsed with a dark, inky light, its surfa
“Secret?” exclaimed Jenny in surprise, “what’s the scoop on Heart of Sea, Shifu? In fact, its name sure does pack a punch. It’s shining brighter than the dazzling stars in the night. It’s gorgeous.”Jenny cast her gaze upon the necklace, draped elegantly around her neck.“Well, my dear Jenny,” replied Mr. Johnson with a grin, “there are six sea-dwelling creatures that call your necklace home. And In times of peril, they’ll be your trusty guardians.”“Six guardians, you say?” Jenny gasped, her heart beating like a jackhammer. “that’s unbelievable!”“Aye, it’s the truth,” confirmed Mr. Johnson, “But if you ever need to summon one of them, you must first activate it by spilling a drop of your blood onto the diamond that adorns the necklace.”Jenny nodded her head, taking it all in.“I see. Thank you, Shifu. I’ve got it now,” said Jenny, who didn’t hesitate for a moment when Mr. Johnson revealed the secret to summoning her necklace’s guardians.With determination etched into her features,
As the ministers bickered like hens in a coop over the emperor's decree, the executioners were already tiptoeing out of the palace gates, blades glinting in the light. It was a race against time, for the prince's head was on the chopping block. Little did the executioners know, the prince was no ordinary mortal. Tolly had him under his protection. He suddenly asked General Addison, “Can you do me a favor?” “Of course, Your Highness”, said General Addison, ”I won’t allow these bastards to kill you no matter the cost.” “I’ve got a white feather in my pocket. Please take it out and burn it,” said Prince Hobart. “Okay, I’ll do it,” said General Addison. Without any delay, General Addison immediately got a white feather out of the pocket. Though not knowing what was the use of it, he realized it must be an important thing. Then he asked his men to bring him a torch. In a few seconds, the white feather was burnt into ashes. As Tolly rode on the horse with Princess Yana behind him, he
“Fate has brough us here to meet you, Princess Yana,” said General Logan Kline, determined to take Princess Yana back to the court,“Your Highness, by His Majesty’s order, I have come here to bring you back to the palace. Hundreds of officials have spoken on your behalf, and you need not worry.”“Don’t believe him,” said Tolly with a sneer, “Your father would not listen to those officials. Once you’re in the palace, you’ll be dangerous.”The princess’s eyes flickered with a mixture of fear and resignation.“I know very well that I cannot escape this great calamity,” she admitted, her voice filled with weariness, “I’m not afraid of death, but I am so tired from my journey that I can no longer walk. Would you be so kind as to let me ride on your horse?”General Logan Kline nodded without hesitation.“You may ride on my horse, Your Highness, and I will follow on foot,” he declared, his unwavering loyalty to the princess shining through his every word.Yet, once Princess Yana mounted the
“Okay, let’s go!” said Tolly.Before they started their journey, Tolly suddenly heard the clicking sounds in his bones. All the vital energy inside his body started to circulate. Tolly thought he probably broke through to a new level. With a flutter in his eyes, he quickly checked his status on the screen before his eyes.[Name: Hidden Dragon][Owner: Tolly Harmsworth][Level: 2 as a master-level cultivator][Talent for Cultivation: D level (Hidden Invincible Level)][Wrath Points: 3999][Exp Points: 2790][ Main Art: Lotus Technique, which can be hedged by the Six Sun Technique; Puppet Control Technique;][Current Guardians: Blue lightning bird, activated; Fire Phoenix, activated; Water Dragon, activated; Rock Roc, activated. ]He was glad to see that he was at level 2 as a master cultivator.“What are you looking at?” asked Princess Yana when she saw Tolly stare at something.“Nothing,” said Tolly with a smile, “let’s roll!”They quickly got out of the temple and decided to continue
It looked like the black cat's sharp claws loomed closer to Tolly's body. His heart was racing, but he didn't lose his composure. In a flash, he executed the Shadowy Lotus Move, saving Princess Yana from the cat's attack just in the nick of time. The black cat was stunned, its voice shaking with disbelief. "How do you know the Shadowy Lotus Move? It's an ancient art that has been lost for over a thousand years. Who are you?" it demanded. Tolly's lips curled into a sneer. He "My name is not something I care to share with a beast like you," retorted Tolly, his lips curling into a sneer, still holding the Princess in his arms. But as he caught a whiff of her alluring scent, it quickly turned him on. He had to put her down to avoid any embarrassment. "Go hide behind the statue," Tolly whispered to Princess Yana, his eyes locked on the witch in front of him. "I'll deal with this monster." “Hey, I’m not a monster,” said the cat in a furious voice. Instantly, the black’s anger boil ov
"You taught the people the ways of decency and honor," Princess Yana whispered reverently. "I am a descendant of the rose Dynasty, but my father, Emperor William, has brought shame to our name with his heinous crimes. I have fled his tyranny and seek refuge in your sacred temple for the night. If you protect me until dawn, I vow to rebuild this temple and enshrine your statue in gold."Tolly also followed suit. He knelt down before the statue and kowtowed three times. Instantly, he had flutters in his eyes.With a ding, he got a new notification on the screen before his eyes.[Detected a new secret manual here inside the temple. Would you like to get it?]Tolly was very excited because he did not expect that this was another unknowable place where a great secret manual was hidden.Without any thinking, he had a ‘yes’ notion in his mind and posed a question in his mind,“Where is the secret manual? How do I find it?”[Just under the cushion you're kneeling on.]It looked like his syste
Once alone, General Addison summoned his trusted general to discuss the situation. “General Paul Bailey and Logan Kline have come with the emperor’s official tally, demanding 4,000 flying horsemen to pursue the princes,” revealed General Adddison, “But we can’t spare our strongest warriors for this task. Select only the weakest, the elderly, and the injured. Let Geneal Paul Bailey and Longan Kline take them tomorrow.” The next morning, Geneal Paul Bailey and Longan Kline arrived to find their men looking as feeble as a mouse caught in a trap. The sorry sight of the stumbling and floundering army was enough to make them shake their heads in disbelief. But the Carlson brothers were already on their way, having traveled for two days with the young princes. Benji Frost knew they had come too far to turn back now, and they needed to take action. "Brother, we're in a bit of a pickle," he said to his brother Blair Frost . "We've got to spend some money to get out of this mess. But sellin
“You’re spot on, Minister Ross Russel,” nodded General Addison in agreement.The rest of the officials remained tight-lipped as the prince and the princess wept profusely. Benji Frost and Blair Frost ushed through the throngs of people with great fervor.“Emperor William is a malicious despot. By ordering the execution of his own children, he’s attempting to sever his own ancestral lineage, and by murdering his wife, he’s defied all ethical codes. We’ll escort the prince and the princess to their maternal grandfather Bill Washington and raise an army to depose him. This is nothing short of a rebellion.”Benji Frost hoisted Prince Hobart onto his shoulders and Blair Frost took charge of Princess Yana. They made their escape from the capital through the southern gate. Tolly, in disguise of Cloud River, was happy that he had two more helpers, though they did not decide to go to Fanta city yet.‘Perhaps I can go to see Bill Washington together with them first and then see what I can do th
“That monster has already taken his own wife's life, and now he seeks to spill the blood of his own flesh and blood. You're not safe here, my dear prince and princess. Seek refuge in the Fragrant Palace with Concubine Yvonne until a powerful minister can plead your case before the emperor. Only then will you be out of harm's way," she advised them, hoping to offer them a glimmer of hope in these dark times.“Go with me,” said Cloud River, “I think the Fragrant Palace is not safe, either. You know, the emperor has gone crazy!”Yet, they did not take his advice. Instead, the prince and the princess knelt down before Concubine Harper."Oh, gracious Lady! Your kindness knows no bounds. My mother lies here, exposed to the elements, and we are forever in your debt if you could provide her with a coffin," Prince Hobart exclaimed, his voice quivering with emotion.The concubine nodded solemnly, her eyes gleaming with tears. "You had best make haste and leave this place as soon as possible,"
As Concubine Harper approached the imposing gate of the West Palace, she was accosted by a rugged-looking man who seemed to have sprung from nowhere."Who goes there?" she demanded, readying herself for any trouble. But the man, none other than Tolly in the disguise of Cloud River, seemed unperturbed by her hostility."Lead me to Empress Guma, I’m her friend. " he said urgently, "I gave her a gift a few days ago- White Feather. But it appears that it’s been burned away. Something horrible must have happened to her. I fear the worst."“You’re right,” said Concubine Harper in surprise, “Come with me. I hope you can help her out.”As they rushed to the scene, they found Empress Guma lying on the ground, her once-vibrant clothes now soaked in crimson blood. Cloud River let out a mournful cry."Forgive me, Your Majesty. I should have come sooner," he wailed.But Empress Guma, still clinging to life, managed a faint smile."Don't blame yourself, Mr. Cloud River. It's all my fault. I shoul