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Chapter 492 - 364: The Eccentric Granny Jia · Oct 13, 2026

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451 Chapter 451 - 323: Sunk Cost 2026-10-13
452 Chapter 452 - 324: Displaying Divine Techniques 2026-10-13
453 Chapter 453 - 325: What a Coincidence 2026-10-13
454 Chapter 454 - 326: Friends and Foes 2026-10-13
455 Chapter 455 - 327: Without Cause 2026-10-13
456 Chapter 456 - 328: Defeat Spreads Like a Landslide (Second Update) 2026-10-13
457 Chapter 457 - 329: My Turn 2026-10-13
458 Chapter 458 - 330: Screening 2026-10-13
459 Chapter 459 - 331: True and False Identities 2026-10-13
460 Chapter 460 - 332: Where Are the Reinforcements? 2026-10-13
461 Chapter 461 - 333: Powerful Reinforcements 2026-10-13
462 Chapter 462 - 334: Blinded by Greed 2026-10-13
463 Chapter 463 - 335: Departure 2026-10-13
464 Chapter 464 - 336: Relentless Yin Soul 2026-10-13
465 Chapter 465 - 337: Never-Ending 2026-10-13
466 Chapter 466 - 338: Do I Not Care About My Reputation? 2026-10-13
467 Chapter 467 - 339: The Villain Dies by Talking Too Much 2026-10-13
468 Chapter 468 - 340: Human Nature 2026-10-13
469 Chapter 469 - 341: An Unexpected Delight 2026-10-13
470 Chapter 470 - 342: Departure 2026-10-13
471 Chapter 471 - 343: The Tycoon 2026-10-13
472 Chapter 472 - 344: Deep Words from Shallow Acquaintance 2026-10-13
473 Chapter 473 - 345: Different 2026-10-13
474 Chapter 474 - 346: Threshold 2026-10-13
475 Chapter 475 - 347: I Even Committed Robbery 2026-10-13
476 Chapter 476 - 348: Reduced to Mere Ornamentation 2026-10-13
477 Chapter 477 - 349: Black Market Welcome Gift 2026-10-13
478 Chapter 478 - 350: Wonders Never Cease 2026-10-13
479 Chapter 479 - 351: Looking for a Bargain 2026-10-13
480 Chapter 480 - 352: The Troubles of Standards 2026-10-13
481 Chapter 481 - 353: Going Back to the Old Ways 2026-10-13
482 Chapter 482 - 354: The Coolest Job 2026-10-13
483 Chapter 483 - 355: Role Reversal 2026-10-13
484 Chapter 484 - 356: No Passage This Way 2026-10-13
485 Chapter 485 - 357: Boasting 2026-10-13
486 Chapter 486 - 358: A Paycheck 2026-10-13
487 Chapter 487 - 359: The Visitor with Malicious Intent 2026-10-13
488 Chapter 488 - 360: Acting in Earnest 2026-10-13
489 Chapter 489 - 361: Urban Ambush 2026-10-13
490 Chapter 490 - 362: The Wind’s Recklessness 2026-10-13
491 Chapter 491 - 363: None of My Business 2026-10-13
492 Chapter 492 - 364: The Eccentric Granny Jia 2026-10-13
493 Chapter 493 - 365: No Supreme in My House 2026-10-13
494 Chapter 494 - 366: Pact Manuscript 2026-10-13
495 Chapter 495 - 367: Divine Script 2026-10-13
496 Chapter 496 - 368: Earth Scholar 2026-10-13
497 Chapter 497 - 369: Selling to Both Sides 2026-10-13
498 Chapter 498 - 370: Attribute Selection 2026-10-13
499 Chapter 499 - 371: News of the Divine Script 2026-10-13
500 Chapter 500 - 372: Repaying Kindness with Enmity 2026-10-13

Chapter 492: Chapter 364: The Eccentric Granny Jia

Qu Jianlei left in a carefree manner, even leaving his car behind in the locale.

But in his heart, he felt a bit of frustration: it seemed like the Rare Books Tower theft could somehow be related to him?

It wasn’t unreasonable for him to think that because the perpetrator belonged to the organization of the middle-aged man from the street stall.

Moreover, after succeeding, their attention turned to him.

Could it be... there’s information related to the Tai Chi Eight Trigrams Diagram in the Rare Books Tower?

Thinking of this, he felt a subtle sense of anticipation in his heart; if there were indeed such information, it meant he could discover more secrets.

He couldn’t return to the Divine Land anymore, but maybe... there was still a chance to go back.

In fact, even if he could return to the Divine Land, there wouldn’t be an Imperial cultivation environment anymore at most he could only rely on self-provided resources for cultivation.

But that was the homeland he yearned for day and night.

After leaving, he calmly returned to his villa—if they wanted to cause trouble, they were welcome to try.

Honestly, he was somewhat letting go; a peaceful life was worth cherishing, but after a journey of cultivation, thoughts should also be freed.

If worse comes to worst, if they recklessly send the Supreme to confront him, he could flee, and if he couldn’t escape... he could seize the opportunity to break free.

In fact, he believed that as long as they had any sense, they wouldn’t find his upscale residential area.

Before this, they didn’t dare cause trouble here, only tested quietly—there was more than one or two Supremes on Star No. 2.

Of course, it was wrong to put one’s safety in others’ hands, so he remained highly alert.

However, the result was... a pitch-black night!

Having a quiet night was a good thing, but not entirely good.

At the very least, he hadn’t received any notice from the sisters that Rose had returned home.

If Rose hadn’t returned, it meant they were still holding her, leaving room for unpredictability.

Thinking grimly, perhaps she’d already been killed.

But Qu Jianlei couldn’t take the initiative to inquire; otherwise, he would only endanger her further.

Early in the morning, he took a taxi to work—there were indeed taxis on Star No. 2, self-driving and stopping as needed.

Arriving at the library, he nonchalantly started his day.

But not long after opening, someone came looking for him surprisingly, it was Granny Jia from the Rare Books Tower.

The old lady was in a bad mood lately, wearing a stern face with deep grievances towards everyone she met.

Facing Qu Jianlei, she had the demeanor of a creditor, her voice cold enough to form frost, ”Kid, come out!”

Qu Jianlei hesitated a moment, saying, ”Granny Jia, the library’s open... what if someone comes?”

”Lock the door,” Granny Jia turned and walked out on her own, ”let them wait if they come.”

Qu Jianlei hesitated a moment, locked the door, and followed, his mind racing: did those guys really blow this matter up?

Reaching a few trees, Granny Jia stopped without turning back, and directly asked, ”Why did you come to the library?”

Qu Jianlei was taken aback momentarily before he answered in a deep voice, ”Firstly, to relax and find tranquility; secondly, to read books.”

”Hmm,” Granny Jia hummed noncommittally, ”and?”

”Nothing else,” Qu Jianlei answered decisively this time; his motive for going to the library was indeed simple.

Well, at most adding a bit of vanity—after all, the ”most amazing position through the ages” was indeed quite enticing.

”Is that so?” the old lady still didn’t turn back, only letting out a cold laugh, ”Forging an identity just to read books, that’s rare.”

Even though Qu Jianlei had mentally prepared, he couldn’t help but feel startled upon hearing this: you found out even that?

He couldn’t help but harbor a hint of murderous intent: did you think about the consequences of talking like this, old lady?

But then he thought again, with Rose’s fate unknown, he had to remain calm.

After all, he felt he could handle them, provided there were no traps or external assistance involved.

These psychological changes occurred in an instant, and fortunately, he managed his emotions well.

His ability for expression control was also high—it was habitually a deadpan face, so it appeared there was no reaction.

Neither spoke again, plunging the scene into an eerie silence.

After a long while, Granny Jia spoke again, ”Are you thinking of killing me to silence me?”

Qu Jianlei heard this and exhaled a long sigh before answering with a bitter smile, ”How could I dare?”

Granny Jia considered that killing her could silence her, which was good news.

Leaving aside the practicality, it meant she believed she had a unique piece of information.

”Good you understand,” Granny Jia snorted coldly, ”people made up stories from that day’s incident, saying I was worse than a Modified Warrior.”

You suspect I spread that rumor? Qu Jianlei finally realized why Granny Jia was so against him.

He couldn’t help it, ”You wouldn’t seriously think... I’m that foolish, would you?”

”Who knows?” Granny Jia said coldly, ”In my life, I’ve seen too many reckless fools.”

”So if I were you, I would study further at Green Water Academy, see what I mean?”

This is... Qu Jianlei frowned, suddenly considering another possibility, ”Do you know Professor Zi Jiu Immortal?”

”I don’t know what you’re talking about, I just hope you leave soon,” Granny Jia never turns around.

”This place is full of gloomy despondency, go somewhere else... The Green Water Academy’s library has more books than here.”

Qu Jianlei’s eyebrows knit together; he doesn’t quite understand the intention of the person seeking him out today.

But he can certainly ascertain that they aren’t affiliated with yesterday’s group, so he flashes a smile, ”I’ll consider it.”

”Don’t consider too long,” Granny Jia waves her hand impatiently, ”Go on.”

As the footsteps behind her fade into the distance, her lips curve into a faint, almost imperceptible smile.

The next moment, though, her eyebrows furrow, ”Is it that they’re afraid to silence him, rather than... unable?”

Qu Jianlei returned to the main building, opened the door, sat there in a daze for a long time, still unable to figure out what Granny Jia wanted to do.

This uncertainty lingered until afternoon, when Zi Jiu Immortal came for the fifth time.

Upon seeing her, Qu Jianlei couldn’t resist rolling his eyes, then buried his head in his books.

”What’s that look for?” Zi Jiu Immortal was somewhat unhappy, ”I haven’t spoken yet.”

”I’ve been busy lately,” Qu Jianlei replied casually, ”You can search yourself, I’m too occupied.”

Zi Jiu Immortal frowned slightly; she didn’t mind doing it herself, but his attitude hurt her feelings a bit.

So she stood there, quietly watching him, without saying a word.

After quite a while, she asked gravely, ”Did someone say something to you?”

Does this mean... you understand? Qu Jianlei shook his head, ”No one said anything about you, it’s my own matter.”

Zi Jiu Immortal thought for a moment, a flash of light in her eyes, ”Is it Granny Jia?”

”I already said no,” Qu Jianlei shook his head.

Zi Jiu Immortal paused for a moment, then nodded, ”I apologize for this inconvenience.”

After saying this, she didn’t speak again and went straight inside, abandoning the most convenient brain search.

Qu Jianlei continued to bury his head in his books, but after a while, felt somewhat restless, so he stood up and lit a cigarette at the door.

He had always yearned for a peaceful life, but now realized that most seemingly peaceful lives are not really peaceful.

Maybe it’s because he was too idle; even in relatively calm lives, certain underlying rules always form.

He wasn’t particularly suited to this style of doing things, nor did he enjoy deciphering people’s minds.

If he must adapt to such a life, he would rather experience the thrill of risking life in the jungle world.

Does truly peaceful life exist? Maybe it does, but who can truly live in an absolute vacuum?

While lost in thought, a beauty walked gracefully from afar, ”What time do you get off?”

Qu Jianlei furrowed his brows, ”If you need something, call my communication watch. Otherwise, talk after work. Why are you coming over now?”

No wonder he had a bad attitude; the one who came was Sofia.

”What’s with your attitude?” Sofia’s eyes reddened instantly, disregarding the fact that he’s a Superpower Warrior.

”My sister hasn’t been home for two days to help you buy... that rice!”

You don’t understand why she hasn’t been home! Qu Jianlei squinted slightly, ”Did your sister ask you to find me?”

Sofia, hearing this, got even angrier; her eyes widened, ”Is your focus only on my sister? How am I worse than her?”

”Ahem,” Qu Jianlei choked on his cigarette, what the hell kind of logic is this?

After coughing a few times, he took two deep breaths, ”When did she last contact you?”

Upon hearing this, Sofia felt more sour, ”I come to find you often, so you don’t need to care about me?”

Qu Jianlei, hearing this, felt genuinely displeased; he furrowed his brows and coldly said, ”Get to the point!”

A person should not be spoiled, and when he glared at Sofia, she became well-behaved.

She reluctantly replied, ”My sister just contacted me, the Superpower Rice is already negotiated for you; you need to prepare the money.”

”I need to prepare the money?” Qu Jianlei’s eyebrows furrowed slightly.

He was sure that yesterday his request was for compensation, not purchase.

”Yes,” Sofia nodded, ”You can’t take it for free, right? It sounds like quite a lot.”

”I’ll contact her,” Qu Jianlei said no more, raising his watch.

The signal had already been released; now that he took the initiative to contact, there was no problem.

Sure enough, the communication connected, and the voice on the other side was male, ”Hello, Panda.”

Sofia was a bit surprised, ”My sister’s watch is held by a man?”

The watch stored so much personal information, far more private than a phone on Blue Star.

Apart from communication needs, it also supported payment, health monitoring, smart home, access card, etc.

She couldn’t imagine how her sister could hand her watch to someone else—much less a man!

But Qu Jianlei wasn’t surprised at all; Superpower Warriors never regarded ordinary people as equals.

Privacy...? It didn’t exist fundamentally; they weren’t interested in checking Rose’s private information.

In fact, with Rose involved in such a major event, the fact that she’s still alive meant they already cared about his feelings a lot.

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