What are you standing there for Get in the car.

One punch and he's down?

Though this guy was among the weaker in the Huajin realm,

being instantly killed with a single punch—

Could it be that this kid has peak Huajin-level strength?

"Amitabha, young brother, that punch of yours was quite fierce."

Master Jienan walked over leisurely, carrying an unconscious middle-aged man, and remarked.

Fang Jueming quickly bowed in respect. "You flatter me, Master."

"I see your fist technique shares similarities with our Diamond Sutra. Would you be interested in learning it?"

Master Jienan asked, eager to nurture talent.

This kid is so young yet already so powerful.

His future achievements will be limitless.

At the very least, he’s more promising than these two bald-headed brothers of mine!

Long said with a cold face, "Cut it out. His master is the Boss!"

Hearing this, Master Jienan immediately fell silent.

He had no desire to be dragged around and beaten up by An Yi again.

Lan Ruoxi’s fingers danced like butterflies as she swiftly replied to messages, delegating tasks that needed handling.

She knew that with Five Degrees Cosmetics being shut down these past few days,

it was the perfect opportunity for An Corporation to rise!

Not only would they gain fame and fortune, but they might even break into the international stage—competing with those global luxury brands!

Time was money, and she had to manage everything flawlessly.

"Phew, finally done."

Lan Ruoxi stretched lazily, her gaze lingering on her silent personal phone, lost in thought.

Of course, she didn’t notice.

Outside the window, a grotesque, winged creature was descending rapidly, charging straight for the glass!

BANG!

A deafening crash!

Lan Ruoxi jolted in alarm, looking up.

"Goodnight!!"

A bouquet of flowers emerged from the windowsill.

Hearing the familiar voice, Lan Ruoxi couldn’t suppress a smile but deliberately pretended not to hear.

An Yi flipped over the windowsill, pulled back the curtains, and leaped inside.

"Hey, beautiful. Just bought these flowers—sure you don’t wanna take a look?"

He grinned shamelessly, offering the bouquet.

"If you can’t speak English properly, don’t force it."

Lan Ruoxi rolled her eyes. "Where’d you pick these up?"

"I bought them. Cost me over a thousand."

An Yi said earnestly.

"Stole them from Wang Yuan?"

"No, no. He wouldn’t do something that sleazy.

Besides, Wang Yuan’s flowers were torn up by himself ages ago."

"Mm, fine. I’ll accept them then."

Lan Ruoxi’s lips curled into a happy smile as she took the flowers and inhaled their scent.

She was a girl easily pleased.

Watching her, more radiant than the blossoms, An Yi’s expression softened with warmth.

Meanwhile, against a shadowed wall,

the mangled remains of the winged creature oozed blood, slowly trickling down the surface.

"Yan Zhi, where’s Chi Xiao?"

An Yi’s voice turned icy.

Who would’ve thought that bastard would already make a move against An Corporation?

Thankfully, he’d prepared in advance by stationing Master Jienan—a Void Realm expert—here.

Otherwise, Lan Ruoxi and the others might not have survived tonight.

Yan Zhi said gravely, "Are you sure you’re going alone?"

In her opinion, gathering Lin Chen, Chen Bing, and Bai Xiu would be more appropriate.

Chi Xiao’s lair wasn’t a place An Yi could storm single-handedly.

An Yi grinned. "Relax, I’m just scouting ahead."

But the look on his face suggested anything but a casual reconnaissance.

"I’ll go with you. This is my mission too."

Yan Zhi declared resolutely.

An Yi replied coolly, "I don’t need backup."

Yan Zhi arched a brow. "Without me, do you even know where Chi Xiao is?"

An Yi: "..."

The car sped down the road!

Hongtian and Fang Jueming stood dumbfounded.

They’d been left behind!

"Big Hong, let’s chase after them!" Fang Jueming said seriously.

Hongtian leisurely swallowed the spirit core of the ghost cat, giving him a look that screamed idiot.

"You chase if you want. Don’t drag me into it. That metal box moves way too fast—how am I supposed to keep up?"

After devouring the core, Hongtian’s form shifted slightly, his aura growing stronger.

"Three third-tier spirit cores in one night!

Tonight’s a jackpot!"

"With your speed, it’s totally doable!"

Fang Jueming insisted.

He’d witnessed Hongtian’s terrifying velocity firsthand.

Hongtian remained unmoved.

As if!

Even An Yi couldn’t boss him around, let alone his disciple!

"The demon beast Master’s facing is stronger than these three. I’m worried he can’t handle it alone!"

Fang Jueming feigned urgency.

Stronger than these three?!

Hongtian trembled, suddenly perking up.

That meant the spirit cores would be packed with even more energy!

"Baldie, give me the car keys!"

Hongtian lunged forward.

Long gaped. "This—this dog—"

Master Jienan, unfazed, said, "Hu, hand over the keys."

"I’m Long, dammit!"

Long scowled but tossed the keys to Hongtian. "That’s a million-dollar car. Don’t wreck it!"

"Shut it!"

Hongtian caught the keys in his jaws, then hopped into the driver’s seat, fiddling with the ignition.

The engine roared to life.

"What’re you waiting for? Get in!"

Hongtian barked, his paw resting on the steering wheel.

Fang Jueming was stunned.

This wasn’t quite what he’d imagined.

Southeast Province was another coastal region,

with Jinzhao City famed for its seascapes.

Jinzhao’s coastal district, in particular, was dubbed the playground of the wealthy.

Here, a luxurious cruise ship glittered under the night sky, its decks filled with the decadent air of affluence.

Well-dressed men and women sipped wine, chatting and laughing under the moonlight.

Among them, Qin Yao in her evening gown stood out effortlessly.

Many men offered polite smiles, only to reveal wolfish hunger the moment she turned away.

The women’s gazes grew increasingly venomous.

Without a doubt, the moment Qin Yao appeared,

those meticulously adorned ladies instantly faded into the background.

"Uncle Fu, I hate these kinds of events."

Qin Yao pouted.

Uncle Fu wiped his sweat. "Neither do I, but tonight’s gathering includes elites from all over Southeast Province. If the Qin family wants to climb higher, we need to mingle with these people."

Qin Yao sighed. "I wish I had an older brother or younger brother to handle this."

Uncle Fu smirked faintly.

There is an older brother.

But that guy’s hardly the social type!

"Hey, beautiful. Admiring the sea alone?"

A clear voice called out.

Qin Yao turned, irritation flashing in her eyes. "How many times must I say it? I have a boyfriend! We’re getting engaged next year—An Yi!"