Chapter 28: The Autumn Examination

At the extraordinary level, one truly enters the realm of "Refining Qi to Transform Spirit," simultaneously honing the body's vital energy while beginning to cultivate the soul.

Supervisor Kataoka now places great importance on Yang Ping’s opinion. Since Yang Ping has already faced the opponent, naturally, he wishes to understand Yang Ping’s perception of them.

“Undoubtedly, everyone in the main hall heard it clearly!” Yan Shizhen nodded affirmatively.

The affairs of the Mo Junhua family are the subject of constant gossip among busybodies, and whenever one goes out, a few remarks are inevitably overheard. Granny Sun and Zhao Li, unaware of her intentions, found it difficult to respond.

Previously, Ming Zhongxin had established an intelligence network, but now, when it was activated, although the actions were carried out by the Embroidered Guards and the Eastern Depot, no one could be fooled. During this period, the only enemy these factions had offended was Ming Zhongxin—indeed, the Ming family—since the two are essentially one.

In Yang Xing’s heart, all these signs indicated that Yan Fei, this young man, must hold a profound affection for his hometown.

Brother Shi Chen tugged at Shi Lin’s hair, while sister Shi Lu clutched her brother’s clothes, feeling the “horse” beneath them move. The two burst into angelic laughter.

Zanbato let out an angry low roar. The water clone was powerful in combat but weak in defense. Even though it shattered more than a dozen Naruto clones, when it was grazed by that little ball, it instantly dissolved into liquid, demonstrating its potency.

Xie Dong glanced at her, then reached out to remove an earplug from her ear and placed it in his own to listen.

Ming Zhongxin glanced at the hand of Prince Ning pulling at his sleeve, a strange smile flashing in his eyes. Without refusal, he entered the mansion with him.

Chao Ge Yi looked at those paintings, her hands trembling slightly. They were the works she had created yesterday, which revealed the breach first.

Huo Yuhao suddenly felt a tremendous spiritual pressure wash over him. He could clearly sense Han Ruoruo locking onto him. Yes, it was a lock—but not a soul technique lock; it was a mental lock. Only a soul saint or higher, a control-type battle soul master with sufficiently strong mental power, could achieve such a psychic lock.

Though aware no one should be inside, the two still tread lightly, as if afraid to wake something. Passing through a seven or eight meter-long corridor, ahead appeared a vast, serene, and clear sky—at least, beneath this dusk-shrouded mountain’s belly, it was considered extraordinarily wide and bright.

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Ber Yi, standing nearby, also valued this matter greatly. Not only did he give Luo Tian a medicinal herb to take, but he also remained by his side without leaving for the entire hour, guarding him steadfastly.

In country Y, Si Yi’er, who had been closely monitoring developments in country G, darkened her eyes and clenched her teeth in rage.

After everyone else left, Yun Xuan remained alone outside, looking up at the faint moonlight, lost in thought.

The three instantly unleashed fierce and unparalleled attacks, each bombarding a massive desert demon. The battle quickly escalated in intensity.

Upon hearing this, the man fell silent, extremely embarrassed. Advancing was impossible, retreating unthinkable—he was at a loss.

The terrifying concentrated soul-guided cannon did strike the shield, but only the side of the shield. The blazing white light refracted sharply, fiercely striking the protective barrier outside the arena.

As soon as Jun Mo Lin’s voice fell, led by Xiao Wuji, the five prodigies of the Great Wilderness descended directly to the 990th stair. They did not wish to be caught in the crossfire—anyone could guess that a technique capable of deciding victory in one move wielded by Shiqi would be unimaginably powerful.

At Bart’s words, the tablet in his hand emitted a crisp chime.

Seeing that he was still about ten meters from the summit, Qin Li suddenly noticed a strangely out-of-place ice-sculpted house.

“Excuse me, Cheng Feng acted out of necessity—my apologies!” Ma Chengfeng bent down, prying her left hand open and yanking off the bracelet directly.

This man was truly rotten to the core. Liang Fei never imagined such a man could exist in this world.

Soon after, Liang Fei finally had the chance to speak. He began introducing the various vegetables and fruits of Xianhu Villa, but before he could say much, James signed the contract.

As a super aristocratic family in the southern empire, the Phineas family wielded substantial influence in Garland City. Suppressing such matters was a breeze; the people of Phineas Academy were clearly brazen.

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He was an expert in ranged attacks, always confident in his offensive capabilities. Yet this enemy, who seemed to anticipate all his moves, left him momentarily unable to make a breakthrough.

Ruby did not want to leave, but due to Franklin’s strange gaze, she bade farewell to Qin Li and quickly departed.

“Hmph, all you men are the same.” Lin Anqi rolled her eyes at Zhou Mo, pinching his soft flesh sharply. He grimaced in pain, baring his teeth, and tearfully tried to explain himself.

Tang Youyou, as the soul of a prestigious family, needed high-quality equipment to strengthen herself; otherwise, she wouldn’t command respect. This time, having gained no equipment on the dark journey, everyone felt somewhat guilty.

The moment the crystal stone turned red, she swam forward at full speed, nervously watching the crystal’s changes. When it began to turn green, she stopped, “spat out” the device from her body, thrust it forcefully into the thick mud below, and faced the back toward the crystal.

Zhu Muyun could have left but deliberately went to Du Huashan’s office. Although Zhu was annoyed by Du’s interrogation of Zuo Zelu, Du Huashan was after all serving the nation. This was a moment to show the Communist Party’s magnanimity.

Naturally expressionless before Red Child, he actually knew that Red Child’s claim about Mo Wentian possibly going to Taiyin Heaven was baseless. The real reason was to return to Taiyin Heaven. Since the senior brother was unreachable anyway, he decided to fulfill Red Child’s wish and visit Taiyin Heaven.

I’m dizzy—this was blatant extortion. Gritting my teeth, I pulled out two handfuls from my pack and stuffed them to him.

Perhaps it stemmed from growing confidence, or shared goals, or a sense of honor—they no longer fought merely for money but for the entire collective, for the empire’s glory.

Chen Langya’s words stunned Zuo Zhuang. Was Chen Langya confessing? He truly could not fathom this young man’s tricks. But since Chen Langya had spoken, he would act immediately. Besides, these tasks were not too difficult.

As their eyes met, almost simultaneously, Chu Xiu and Prince Mu exclaimed in unison, “Is it you?!” Then they laughed softly together.