Dao Of Heaven

Chapter 69: Her Happy Smile Makes People Swoon

Maybe it was because it was 3 PM on a Saturday when people were either at work or staying home. As a result, when they boarded the train, there were still some empty seats available.

"I thought we'd have to squeeze into the train, but it's nice to find seats," Kotomi said with relief after sitting down.

She had been in a rush from home to the station, and now she could finally relax.

"You didn't have to rush so much, Kotomi."

"I couldn't make you wait for me. By the wa...

Chapter 68: Likes Going to the Cinema

Saturday, 8:00 AM.

Izumi Kotomi opened her eyes and lazily stretched.

To be honest, she still wasn't fully awake. If she could, she'd sleep until 10 AM. But yesterday, during a call with Megumi Kato, she was reminded that they were meeting at the train station by 3:30 PM to head to Tokyo together.

But yesterday, a new event started in Azur Lane, and if she didn't grind hard enough, her progress in the event would fall behind.

And this tim...

Chapter 149: I'm Giving You a Chance, Don't Waste It!

"Selene, you've worked hard to quell the rebellion. The journey from the border back to the capital must have been exhausting... I believe you have already received my father's final decree, haven't you?"

Sitting on the elevated throne, the young Emperor's face was filled with excitement. Because of his young age, his tone was somewhat immature.

"Serving the Empire is my duty," Selene replied, placing her right hand on her left shoulder and bowing slightly.

"...The Empire is...

Chapter 148: The Young Emperor

Time swiftly passed, and the Empire Calendar 1014 has already receded into the past. The calendar now marks the year 1015, in the first month.

With the old Emperor's burial and related mourning rituals completed at the end of 1014, the upcoming coronation of the new Emperor drew near, and the capital gradually returned to its usual bustling state.

The coronation ceremony of the new Emperor helped to alleviate the shadow cast by the old Emperor's passing.

Tha...

Chapter 147: Gourmet Selene

"Since we're going to enjoy ourselves, how can we do without some entertainment?"

In the luxurious carriage, eating hotpot and singing songs, Selene's mood became increasingly cheerful. This is what life is all about.

As for whether bandits would try to rob her, Selene wasn't worried at all. Hmph, the carriage was surrounded on all sides by tens of thousands of troops!

"Hmm hmm hmm... hmm hmm..."

Although it was now a non-issue and she had no desire for it, pursuing po...

Chapter 345: Sorry, I Broke Another Teigu

Kaguya's delicate eyebrows furrowed slightly.

"The Evil Soul Manifestation," she murmured, recognizing the technique. This ability allowed Susanoo to draw upon the evil soul within his chest, significantly amplifying his power by consuming his master Najenda's life force. The strength it granted was formidable enough to make even Esdeath struggle, forcing her to resort to her time-freezing ability.

However, this powerful technique came with a steep cost. Using it drained the life ...

Chapter 344: The Prelude to War

"Calm down, General," a soldier standing nearby said urgently. "Although the Imperial Guard rejected our offer, we still have Night Raid on our side. We need not fear them. Besides, the Imperial Guard is still far away. They won't reach us anytime soon. By the time they arrive, we will have already concluded our battle."

Hearing this, General Simon's anger began to subside. "Where is the Imperial Guard now?"

"They are still quite a distance away, about—"

The soldier's repo...

Chapter 108: Sword Art Online

"Wow, so this is another universe?"

When Eriri brought Lala and her sisters to the apartment she had rented the day before, they found Gabriel still lying on the sofa, sound asleep. It was clear that she had stayed up late playing games last night.

As for Lala and her sisters, they were curiously inspecting their surroundings. This was their first time leaving Planet Deviluke, and they were filled with wonder at everything they saw.

"Gabriel, wake up. Don't sleep anymore. Le...

Chapter 107: The Lala Sisters Trio

Lala's tail was her sensitive spot; when it was grabbed, her entire body would go weak from the overwhelming stimulation.

At this moment, with Eriri gripping the tip of Lala's tail and kneading it playfully, Lala squirmed on the bed, emitting a series of breathy, seductive moans.

Upon seeing Eriri's face, Lala immediately recognized her. Although she was delighted by Eriri's arrival, she couldn't focus on welcoming her properly under these circumstances.

"Eriri, my tail... m...

Chapter 67: Marriage Partner

When they arrived at the burger shop, they simply ordered a few burgers and fried chicken before sitting down to wait.

"Has Hino replied yet?" Sakura Adachi asked.

"Not yet, maybe she'll respond tomorrow. Could she have already gone to bed? I remember that back in high school, she rarely went to sleep before midnight. Maybe preparing for the wedding has worn her out... Sakura, do you think preparing for a wedding is exhausting?" Shimamura Hougetsu asked, looking a bit curious.

Chapter 66: The Last Bicycle

"Isn't it a bit too forward to directly ask about who she's marrying?" Sakura Adachi couldn't help but comment after reading the reply Shimamura Hougetsu had sent to Hino Akira congratulating her on her upcoming wedding.

"It's fine, really. If I hadn't asked, she might have found it strange that I only congratulated her without asking who her fiancé is," Shimamura replied with a playful smile.

"True enough," Sakura nodded, understanding. She and Hino Akira had been on good terms;...

Chapter 146: Count Habsburg

"Granting a title, is it?"

Budo glanced at Honest and then said, "Your Majesty, I support the idea of granting a noble title."

"General Selene's campaign against the southwestern barbarians, capturing over a hundred thousand enemies and killing three hundred thousand, is a great service to the Empire. She deserves a noble title."

"However... I believe her military rank should also be elevated to ensure the morale of the army!"

Honest's heart skipped a beat upon hearing...

Chapter 145: The Twin Pillars of the Empire

The Imperial Capital was buzzing with energy, more so than the previous day. Whether in the lower or upper districts, the streets were crowded with people going about their business, filled with a sense of liveliness.

Regardless of what the court officials might have been thinking, for most of the common citizens, wasn't a grand victory over the southwestern barbarians something worth celebrating?

However, inside the Imperial Palace's Hall of Government, the atmosphere was markedl...

Chapter 144: Victory Report Reaches the Imperial Capital

"Who is he?" Selene asked curiously as she observed the man before her.

This man, though dressed in the garb of the barbarians, stood out with his fairer skin, unlike the darker complexions of the southwestern tribes.

"General, despite his barbarian attire, his accent suggests he's from the southern border of the Empire. Although we haven't interrogated him yet, it's likely he's a middleman in the rebel forces, responsible for liaising with the barbarians," one of the captains exp...

Chapter 343: Rescue

"The situation was unexpected," Najenda sighed, "I didn't anticipate that Mine would sneak out on her own. If I'm not mistaken, she's probably gone to rescue Chelsea."

"What do we do, Boss?" Lubbock asked with concern. "There's no way Mine can rescue Chelsea by herself."

"We should go after them," Sheele, the glasses-wearing girl, said, her face showing deep concern.

"We can't," Najenda replied firmly. "It's far too dangerous, and we're running out of time."

"But Mineâ...

Chapter 342: The Girl's Punishment

The breathtaking silver-haired girl quickly walked over and gently cradled the fallen blonde girl in her arms. She pressed her fingers against the girl's soft neck, and in an instant, the blood smeared her fingers red. The silver-haired girl's delicate brows furrowed slightly.

A deep gash had been cut across the blonde girl's neck, severing the main artery, which was gushing blood. The silver-haired girl's fingers emitted a faint white light as she gently touched the wound, causing the ...

Chapter 341: Infiltration

The sky was growing dark, and the lights were beginning to come on.

As the sun gradually set behind the western hills, the evening glow in the sky slowly faded, and nightfall crept in. The stars began to twinkle faintly, and a crescent moon quietly rose above the horizon.

At this moment, a pink-haired, twin-tailed girl was hidden in the forest outside the Princess's palace, her gaze fixed on the brightly lit palace. This girl was Mine.

Since they wouldn't go to save her, she...

Chapter 106: Let Me Give You a Bath

Besides their external changes, Arifureta and the others also saw significant improvements in their abilities.

According to the chat group's assessment, Arifureta's strength had reached the level of Third Level, Seventh Stage, making her far stronger than she had ever been.

As for Aoi Kujo, Shea, and Reina, they had all advanced to Second Level, Ninth Stage a leap in strength that could only be described as meteoric.

Aoi Kujo awakened the power of the Thunder Element, a...

Chapter 105: The Four After Evolution

In the living room of the Sawamura family villa, Arifureta and Megumi Kato were chatting together, looking very harmonious. Meanwhile, Shea and Reina were sitting on the sofa, engrossed in their newly bought phones.

At that moment, a mysterious portal emitting white light suddenly appeared in the center of the living room, drawing the attention of everyone present.

Including Megumi Kato, none of them were strangers to this world portal. Arifureta, Shea, and Reina had personally ex...

Chapter 65: Evenly Matched in Appetite

Once the grill reached the right temperature, Izumi Aimi joyfully placed a slice of pork belly on it. The sizzling sound of the meat as it cooked, combined with the rising aroma, teased their taste buds.

How could any middle or high schooler in their growing years resist such a tempting scent? Izumi Kotomi also picked up some meat from the plate and placed it on the grill, listening to the pleasant sizzle as they waited for the pork belly to cook.

It was odd—Aimi usually didn't ...

Chapter 64: Shimamura's Andadog

"Are you upset?" Izumi Kotomi asked.

Aimi nodded firmly, not needing words to convey her feelings to Kotomi.

Seeing her sister's displeasure, Kotomi sighed softly and said, "Even if you are upset, there's nothing I can do about it. I'll likely be spending most of my weekend in Tokyo."

Even as the older sister, Kotomi knew she couldn't always let Aimi have her way.

However, to be fair, compared to the little sisters in other anime, Aimi was already quite obedient and co...

Chapter 143: The Southwestern Conflict Comes to a Close

"Whoever kills this brute, will be credited with first honors!"

This declaration ignited a fervor in the hearts of countless Imperial soldiers. Fear and pain were forgotten; all that mattered now was the thought of slaying the barbarian leader and earning the coveted first honors.

In the Imperial Army, decapitating an enemy general and leading the charge were considered the highest accolades. Despite the immense risk, these soldiers—many of whom were commoners—had joined the I...

Chapter 142: Imperial Army, Attack!

Fifteen minutes had passed.

The once-thriving rainforest was now gone, leaving only the outer rim of the blast zone where fires still burned. Vast expanses of sand had been vitrified by the intense heat, creating a surreal landscape that shimmered under the moonlight.

At the center of the explosion, Selene exhaled softly as she slowly descended onto the searing, molten ground.

Within a radius of several kilometers, the area had become a hellish sea of magma,...

Chapter 141: One Million Tons of TNT Equivalent Nuclear Explosion!

"What a treacherous path... No wonder the empire's previous campaigns ended in failure," Selene muttered as she stood high above, surveying the complex and ever-changing terrain below.

Unlike the settlement located on the alluvial plain some seventy to eighty kilometers outside Yueshan Pass, this larger tribe, hidden deep within the mountains to the west, was truly remote.

After crossing the alluvial plain and navigating through thickets, everything around her began to change—ka...

Chapter 340: Companions

The Imperial war had finally erupted in full force. As one of the three major powers, Princess Kaguya launched an all-out offensive on the very first day of spring. Her elite, highly trained Imperial Guard swept across the continent like a destructive storm, crushing everything in their path.

The sudden assault from the Princess caught both the Revolutionary Army and the Imperial Army off guard. They had never expected the neutral Imperial Guard to launch such a sudden and aggressive at...

Chapter 339: It's Time to End This

Kaguya's palace, despite having a dungeon, was rarely used. The only time it had been occupied was during the incident with Seryu; otherwise, it remained eerily empty. Minor criminals wouldn't dare cause trouble in the princess's domain, and those guilty of more serious offenses were either executed on the spot or subjected to brutal interrogations by the intelligence department. As a result, the dungeon had mostly remained desolate.

However, a new guest had recently arrived—Chelsea.<...

Chapter 338: End of Winter, Beginning of Spring

The sky was a brilliant blue, with soft clouds drifting lazily across it as the gentle sunlight bathed the earth, dispelling the lingering chill of the night.

In the blink of an eye, spring had arrived. The biting cold of winter was gradually retreating, making way for the warmth and renewal that came with the changing season. Snow was melting, life was returning, and everything seemed to be enveloped in a sense of peace and tranquility.

But war in the empire was imminent, like a ...

Chapter 104: Stronghold

The process of purchasing the NerveGears went smoothly. Although the headsets were limited to only ten thousand units, and a reservation was required to purchase one, Eriri's manipulation of perception allowed them to bypass this restriction entirely. Without any issues, the store staff overlooked the reservation requirement.

Considering that Lala would be arriving tomorrow to study the Full Dive technology, and that Eriri intended to have Asuna join them in SAO for a trial, they decide...

Chapter 103: Collecting the Benefits of Sponsorship

Eriri and Gabriel arrived at a mid-sized pawn shop located in the city center. A wide counter spanned the middle of the room, effectively separating customers from the staff. The counter, made of solid white marble veined with irregular black patterns, exuded a high-end feel. Above it, transparent bulletproof glass extended up to the ceiling, with five windows cut out where five staff members—three men and two women, all in their thirties—were busy attending to customers. The security mea...

Chapter 63: How About I Give You a Princess Carry?

When Aimi got off her lap, Izumi Kotomi felt an intense soreness in her legs, as if they no longer belonged to her.

"This pain... it's like my soul is ascending..." Kotomi groaned, rubbing her legs.

When she watched anime, the girls in those shows could give lap pillows for hours without breaking a sweat, making Kotomi think it wouldn't be a big deal.

But now, after having Aimi lie on her lap for an hour, Kotomi could only say that the girls in anime must be monsters!

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