Chapter 51: Tiger Case Afterword (2)
Capital stops at nothing to reap profits in the market.
Capitalists resort to charitable donations to escape the sanctions of the law.
During a live broadcast, wearing a flawless face of makeup, Duan Yuxuan spoke: "Furthermore, as an executive assistant of many years, I was truly unaware that he was shielding his twin brother. Even more unexpectedly, his brother committed murder. What I can clarify is that the crimes committed by the Chang brothers are strictly personal actions and have nothing to do with us at Guangsheng Real Estate..."
Just like at this moment, he could not yield to a momentary impulse and execute Prime Minister Qin, nor could he cast Consort Li into the Cold Palace without a second thought, let alone withstand the immense pressure from Eastern Lu to grant Ning'er the freedom to soar without restraint.
He loathed speaking such words, nor was he magnanimous enough to speak on behalf of a rival in love. Yet, he could not bear the thought of Su Xia continuing to live her life weighed down by that deep-seated trauma and distrust of love.
The Battle of Yaping earned Li Yan fame that resounded across the four seas and shook the realm, showcasing not only his peerless, breathtaking beauty but also his flawless strategies and towering intellect. While marveling at this young lord of Rongnan, the world grew increasingly restless, their hearts heavy with anxiety over the unpredictable outcome of the impending war between Yu and Rong.
Yet, knowing full well that she should not overeat and that her rebellious stomach would surely make her pay for it, Ye Xiaomei threw all caution to the wind and began to devour her food voraciously.
She was always utterly helpless against his pampering and spoiled endearments. The innocence shining in the depths of his eyes awakened the softest emotions in her heart. Having lost that carefree innocence long ago, she found herself desperately wanting to protect him, driven solely by the pure light in his eyes.
Covering her mouth in disbelief, Xia Nanfeng asked, "How could this be? How could it possibly be your fault?" Witnessing Qianqian's expression of profound guilt and self-reproach, a sharp ache wrung Xia Nanfeng's heart.
Yet, would anyone in the future ever tolerate her willful temperament and fiery temper? What if they failed to do so, and what should she do if she suffered grievances with nowhere to turn?
Consort Yu rose to her feet, pointing a finger at Leng Qianning. Her fair cheeks were flushed with a delicate blush born of sheer rage as she rebuked angrily.
"Fall back, retreat a mile!" Ashina Umu shouted, ordering the entire army to execute a slow withdrawal. He believed that everything in the world had its maximum range—arrows had theirs, and these iron cannonballs would be no exception.
Ning Ruyue murmured, "This is the imperial palace, and this is my room." Her voice was exceptionally soft, as though she feared disturbing Luotian's rest.
Luotian smiled faintly, knowing that if they continued exchanging remarks like this, they would never set off before nightfall. "Very well! Let's hit the road," he said, sweeping Ning Ruyue up into his arms and seating her at the front of the carriage. Owing to a slight miscalculation of his own strength, his body almost lost its balance and tipped over.
Even so, Lan Jue refused to give up; instead, she hardened her resolve, determined above all else to enlist in the army. Upon returning, she pestered Ouyang relentlessly, insisting that he help persuade her mother.
"It's true!" she replied tearfully. "Ruoruo's father, Lin Jie, fell from a rocky mountain, fracturing his ribs and suffering a severe cranial fracture. I had no other choice but to come looking for her, yet she remained cold-hearted enough to watch her own father in such a state, refusing even to admit that she is Lin Ruo!" Yu Fang feigned profound sorrow.
The four companions of Xi Ke Shi were once again frozen in shock. As it turned out, growing hair and becoming beautiful could also serve as a driving force for cultivation.
"You'er, are you feeling any better? Around six o'clock today, I went to the hospital, but you weren't there. I was so worried!" exclaimed Xue'er excitedly. I recalled dreaming of Xue'er holding me and weeping. To be honest, seeing that young girl, I felt a deep, natural affinity with her.
Just the thought of everything Li Ye had done for her made it impossible for her to associate him with the words "cold-blooded and merciless."
Lu Yun gazed intently at Luotian and said in a deep voice, "You are strong." Although his tone remained icy, it was laced with a trace of respect.
"Beibei, Beibei, Beibei..." After calling out her name three times in succession without receiving the slightest response from the figure behind him, Bai Ziming finally felt three cold beads of sweat trickle down his forehead.