Chapter 34: Fever

Dark clouds gathered in the sky, heavy with the promise of an impending storm.

The light within the cave began to fade, and the air grew thick with moisture. Yao Yao felt a chill and pressed herself closer to her mother.

"Mommy, I'm cold."

Lu Mingyue rubbed her forehead against the girl's, only to discover that her temperature was burning up.

Anxious, she called out, "Yao Yao, talk to Mommy, okay? Let’s talk about all the fun things on the island—"

Summoning the spirit ship, Senior Brother Liu ordered Hua Xian'er and the others to evacuate first. Moments later, Senior Brother Liu and his group followed, landing on the deck.

"Yi Zhengqi, three days. Don't blame us for being heartless when the time comes." With the leading brute’s shout, the troop clamored and retreated.

He jolted in surprise, springing up with a *clink* as he gripped his sword. "Who's there?" he demanded, his voice initially a roar, but upon seeing it was Yi Zhengqi, the shout died in his throat, turning into a dull, stifled groan.

Lian Yi felt a jolt of alarm. She retracted her right hand from the Soul-Chasing Bell, the faint smile vanishing from her face. Her eyes turned solemn as she stared at the person who had reached out to flick the bell.

Yaino’s voice reached my ears. I, a sage tilting my head with a smile, snapped out of my thoughts and shook my head in a panic.

Tao Shang’s mind raced, his gaze shifting from the name Hong Chengchou to the third summoned general.

Yi Zhengqi led the three of them through the secret path designated by Lian Binglai, passing through without a hitch. They hadn't gone far when they spotted four warhorses equipped with military uniforms, rations, and basic medical supplies. These had clearly been prepared by Lian Binglai.

When Yezou returned to the apartment, she checked the living room, but her mother and Xue Ying were no longer there. She looked around; the light in one of the bedrooms was on, so they must have retired for the night.

Shenwa nodded, knowing that a clash of primordial spirits was the most perilous of battles—one in which outsiders could offer no assistance.

A heavy weight settled in her heart, stirring her emotions. It took a moment for Qianqian to steady herself before she said, "Is that so? Then I won't disturb your meal." She instinctively wanted to leave, but Qi Ranxi called out to her.

Her hand rested softly on Ye Zhiyuan’s neck. Her lips were a vibrant, slightly swollen red, glistening with moisture. She looked at Ye Zhiyuan with eyes full of shimmering allure, so captivating that his breath caught in his throat.

This time, however, he didn't look troubled; he looked foolish, though he crawled a bit more lightly.

Seeing no one around, she simply stood up and walked like a human, finding a few leaves to cover her lower half.

"Holy Mother Bailing has spent her life dealing with primordial spirits because she is one herself. Yet, she once transformed into a human. Master, please do not worry. Once Holy Mother Bailing awakens, we will know the truth," the Shadow Vanguard said.

Once he raised the Pure Light and cast the Light-Gathering Secret Technique, the outcome was sealed; there was no need for further worry or hesitation.

With the emergence of Liu Mu, the ruthless Changping Bank suppressed every pawnshop and financial house in Chang'an.

Hearing the rustling footsteps fade away, Xuemeng cautiously poked her head out. Once she confirmed the surroundings were truly quiet, she crawled onto the bank, dripping wet, walked to the edge of the grass, and picked up the still-unconscious Wolf Cub.

He knew Ming Yu had obtained a miraculous item, and he had pursued him relentlessly for the sole purpose of seizing that incredible treasure.

He hadn't tasted this wine, but he had heard of it. A single bottle cost thousands, even tens of thousands! The middle-aged man was stunned on the spot.

"I am aware of that, but I have a way. Thank you for your concern, Brother Feng," Nie Tianxing replied with a smile. He had considered these matters long ago, but there was no need to worry.

"If that is truly the case... then we may have indeed missed our chance. But by the same token, if that is so, then the Eye of the Storm must be where the Lone Star of the Northern Desert resides," Di Shuye affirmed.