Fang An gave a wry smile, realizing his plan to bury his foe alive had failed.“I just didn’t want to get buried in there myself. But if you want to be buried in it, I’ll gladly make that happen for you!”“Damn you! I’ll kill you!” the black-robed figure snarled, launching another precise and vicious attack. But once again, the results disappointed him.“Damn it, he can still read my attacks. Who is this young man really?” the figure muttered in disbelief.“Why aren’t you continuing your attack? Are you tired already, strange creature?” Fang An taunted.A wide grin spread across his face, his sharp gaze locked on his opponent. Even though the figure had no face—only a skull—Fang An could sense the growing anxiety within him.“You may think you’re superior, but I haven’t shown my full power yet!” the skull-headed figure roared, releasing two beams of light from his eyes toward Fang An.But Fang An was already prepared for

“If I’m the one paying, is that not allowed?” Fang An retorted.The innkeeper was startled and quickly tried to stop Fang An from paying the tax that he himself owed.“Don’t, Sir. Just let them tear this inn down. I can’t bear the situation in this province anymore—it’s been getting quieter by the day.”Fang An smiled at the innkeeper.“I understand the situation, Uncle. Soon, this province will be bustling again.”The innkeeper frowned in confusion. He had no idea why Fang An spoke with such certainty.“He owes three silver coins. If you can pay it, pay it now!” one soldier said with a mocking tone.“Is that all?” Fang An pulled out his money pouch filled with dozens of gold coins. He took out one gold coin and handed it to the soldier.“Keep the change, Uncle,” Fang An added.The two soldiers were taken aback. The young man before them wore shabby clothes, yet he casually handed over a gold coin.They had not expected that someone who looked like an ordinary commoner would have such

The four soldiers looked startled as they were forced awake from their unconsciousness. Cold water streamed down their faces, jolting their awareness back.Still in shock, they struggled against the tight ropes binding them. Even the smallest movement was impossible. They hung their heads in fear—afraid of suffering the same fate as one of their comrades who had already been killed.Fang An and Sun Zu glared at them with eyes so sharp it was as if they meant to skin them alive. That piercing stare made the soldiers tremble even more, their fear plain to see."Strange," Fang An said. "As soldiers of the Tong Dynasty, you should know exactly who you’re dealing with. Even Duke Tsu Yun wouldn’t dare face Elder Sun Zu directly." Fang An glanced briefly toward Sun Zu.Hearing Sun Zu’s name from the white-haired young man, the four soldiers instinctively turned to look at him. Their minds raced—they had indeed heard that name before.It didn’t take long for them to realize that the old man s

Thirty soldiers immediately stormed through the palace gates, fanning out in search of Duke Tsu Yun."Fang An, A Long, let’s head to the hall!" Sun Zu urged.Fang An and A Long nodded, following close behind him.Upon arriving at the hall, Sun Zu’s assumption proved wrong—Duke Tsu Yun was still there. He had stayed put, convinced that his soldiers would be able to kill Sun Zu.Shock flashed across his face as if he were seeing a ghost in broad daylight. But he quickly masked it with a sudden display of politeness."Welcome, Lord Advisor. Why did you not send word that you were coming to Luman Province?""Spare me your courtesy, Tsu Yun. All your crimes have been exposed!" Sun Zu barked."What crimes does Your Excellency mean? I do not understand at all," Tsu Yun replied, feigning innocence."Shall I summon all the soldiers to testify against you, Tsu Yun? If you cooperate and are willing to testify against Prime

To avoid any misunderstanding, Fang An had already told Sun Zu earlier that A Long was the Crown Prince of the Yuan Dynasty.“Our respects, Your Majesty,” Fang An said with a polite bow.The Queen, who still looked stunning despite her age, smiled warmly. “No need to be so formal, Prince. The Shang Dynasty is far greater than the Tong Dynasty, so it is not fitting for you to treat me so deferentially. Oh, yes—my name is Saraswati, and my lovely daughter here is Sekar Ayu Kinasih.”Fang An smiled warmly at Emperor Siu Wen’s wife.A Long could not take his eyes off the beautiful princess, who, it seemed, was also stealing glances at him. Their eyes met briefly, and both of their faces flushed white with shyness.Love begins with the eyes, then descends into the heart. That was exactly what both A Long and the daughter of Emperor Siu Wen felt at that moment. Their hearts suddenly pounded fast.Dug! Dug! Dug!Two days p