Performer (4)

But from the second quarter onward, Paul Pierce’s back-to-the-basket play began to dominate. He gradually found his rhythm on offense, scoring consecutively. Never before had a student dared to speak to him like that; usually, all it took was for him to set his face stern and raise his voice, and they would be terrified into submission.

If someone were to overlook this void from above, they would see a pillar of light emerging from the Realm of the Grand Void, writhing like a divine dragon, rushing toward the Eternal True Realm that shone like a sun, radiating an overwhelming aura of death.

Daryl Morey had no doubts and followed instructions, while Sam Presti’s face was full of confusion—but now, he could only wait quietly for Joe Hai’s price inquiry.

His health had clearly improved over the past few years, his height had shot up, and after some coaxing and wheedling, he would persuade his parents to teach him martial arts and techniques. Then, he’d register as a civilian. Reliable. Wu You couldn’t help but praise his own wise decision in his heart.

Before him towered a gigantic spire that seemed to reach the heavens, its body immaculate and white, with no windows along its sides, seamlessly connected so that its number of floors was indiscernible—just a smooth, spotless, enormous tower.

On offense, Coach Tang’s focus was on Yao Ming’s shooting. The team’s strategy was simple: whenever Yao Ming had an open shot, the other players would pass him the ball and let him shoot.

Hubie Brown stood courtside, shouting continuously. The game had gone through two quarters, and his team was trailing the Rockets—something Hubie Brown was unwilling to see.

By then, though Merlin’s group would be the first, the next to suffer would be Brewa.

Not long ago, Mount Grand Void had prepared for war, forced into passive defense because of Qin Jiuge, making enemies of the whole world.

Lin Yang pondered for a moment. “There’s something I need to tell you: the leader of the Black Lotus is extremely powerful. He’s no longer someone ordinary people can handle. Until we find a way to eliminate him, I think it’s unwise to take drastic action.” The sheer strength of the black-robed man still lingered in Lin Yang’s memory.

She knew that Ling Changkong’s spiritual sense far surpassed theirs, so she let him extend his sense to scout ahead, while she followed closely, ready to issue orders to the others at any moment.

To attend the Dawn Conference was, in essence, a gathering of the heads of all global families, which could even be considered a summit of world leaders.

Turning, Ye Wanjian put on a smile and clasped his hands apologetically to the Master of the Gu family. “Master Gu, I didn’t think things through just now. I hope you won’t take offense. However, the matter of kneeling at the gate for three days cannot be avoided—after all, the Ye family’s reputation must not be compromised.” Though his words sounded apologetic, there was not a trace of actual remorse.

Along the way, Huang Shengwei wanted to speak several times, but seeing Gao Yuan resting with his eyes closed, he gave up. Perhaps Gao Yuan’s presence was itself a statement of his attitude toward this matter.

“It’s nothing serious, though the pain will linger for days. Have them decoct the medicine as prescribed, rest well, and soon, recovery will be complete. If she heals properly, it shouldn’t affect childbirth in the future.” Mama said these words with heartfelt concern.

Speeding along, in just over ten minutes, the car reached a suburban road leading into the city. On one side was wild woodland, on the other a vast pond.

It wasn’t that Gao Yuan was scheming; it was simply the truth. These days, how rare is it for family not to calculate against each other? He meant no harm—only instinctive reflection.

Seeing his action, many people instantly regretted not acting sooner; the first place had been snatched just like that.

After finally leaving the central area, before emotions had calmed, Paro began his “interview work.”

The next moment, the aircraft slowly lifted off and vanished into space, leaving the battered space station to continue its endless operations.

“Heh, I’ve come straight to your home to pester you!” Pushing the cart, Nianzu poked his head out from behind Xu Yili.

Wang Qiang smiled. In this world, there are no truly mysterious people—only those who shift between different identities.

But when Caesar learned that Princess Xia was ill, he visited only once—not to check on her, but to extract intelligence, ignoring her sickness and exhaustion, and left as soon as he got what he needed.

“How do you know it’s just a superficial wound?” Huang Tiexin was a little dissatisfied; even if the injury was minor, Zhao Zhengce shouldn’t state it so bluntly.

Though the people of Xuanmu Island had won this battle, it had cost them dearly, so they sat quietly, focusing on their cultivation to recover. Only Kong Xuan stood tall, coldly eyeing the representatives of the Buddhist and Daoist sects.

Everyone in the composite office stopped their work and looked in that direction. But as a government agency, their manners were impeccable—there was no vulgar crowding or gossip, only silent observation.

“So what if I bully you? Who told you to cling to Brother Chen so persistently?” Meng Ruolan retorted with equal force, her chin raised proudly toward Ling Yuwei.

Finding his own tent, Jiang Yongqi lifted the flap and entered. In the center hung an oil lamp, with four beds on each side, each divided into three tiers and about three feet wide. At the head of each bed stood a tall cabinet. More than half of the beds were occupied, with people sitting or lying down, and snores could be heard.

“Lord Ghostslayer, you—” The ancient giant let out a miserable howl, but before he could finish, Yun Shu shattered him, turning him into a mass of resentment and absorbing it into the Soul-devouring Sword.

After saying this, Mefasa put away the test tube and slowly extended his hand. Strands of blue-white light flowed from his palm, spiraling downward and spreading out to draw a massive witchcraft array on the ground.