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Chapter 699 - 569: Celestial Hook Enigma Mansion · Oct 13, 2026

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651 Chapter 651 - 521: Some Things Cannot Be Tolerated 2026-10-13
652 Chapter 652 - 522: Fire Trees and Silver Flowers 2026-10-13
653 Chapter 653 - 523: Upgrade 2026-10-13
654 Chapter 654 - 524: Division and Imbalance 2026-10-13
655 Chapter 655 - 525: Relentless 2026-10-13
656 Chapter 656 - 526: Paranoia 2026-10-13
657 Chapter 657 - 527: Sick 2026-10-13
658 Chapter 658 - 528: An Absurd Trap 2026-10-13
659 Chapter 659 - 529: Xiaohu’s Loneliness 2026-10-13
660 Chapter 660 - 530: Waiting for the Rabbit 2026-10-13
661 Chapter 661 - 531: Such a Swift Blade 2026-10-13
662 Chapter 662 - 532: The Supreme’s Dignity 2026-10-13
663 Chapter 663 - 533: All Just Rumors 2026-10-13
664 Chapter 664 - 534: Xiao Hu’s Revenge 2026-10-13
665 Chapter 665 - 535: The Last Stubborn Resistance 2026-10-13
666 Chapter 666 - 536: Not Bothering with a Joke 2026-10-13
667 Chapter 667 - 537: Slaughter Without End 2026-10-13
668 Chapter 668 - 538: Thorough Search 2026-10-13
669 Chapter 669 - 539: Mere Formality 2026-10-13
670 Chapter 670 - 540: Normal Abnormalities 2026-10-13
671 Chapter 671 - 581: Fleeing at the First Sign of Trouble 2026-10-13
672 Chapter 672 - 582: Academic Exchange 2026-10-13
673 Chapter 673 - 583: The Old Dean 2026-10-13
674 Chapter 674 - 544: Shifting Identities 2026-10-13
675 Chapter 675 - 545: Drastically Different Styles 2026-10-13
676 Chapter 676 - 546: Entrapment 2026-10-13
677 Chapter 677 - 547: Keeping a Promise 2026-10-13
678 Chapter 678 - 548: Celestial Net and Earthly Trap 2026-10-13
679 Chapter 679 - 549: Hard to Defend Oneself 2026-10-13
680 Chapter 680 - 550: Years of Hard Work 2026-10-13
681 Chapter 681 - 551: Xiaohu’s Tiles 2026-10-13
682 Chapter 682 - 552: Fake License Plates 2026-10-13
683 Chapter 683 - 553: Taking a Desperate Gamble 2026-10-13
684 Chapter 684 - 554: Miscalculation 2026-10-13
685 Chapter 685 - 555: Special Appointment Once Again 2026-10-13
686 Chapter 686 - 556: Kill List 2026-10-13
687 Chapter 687 - 557: Adding Fuel to the Blazing Fire 2026-10-13
688 Chapter 688 - 558: A Grand Array of Forces (Happy Year of the Rabbit) 2026-10-13
689 Chapter 689 - 559: Two Pieces of News (Second Update) 2026-10-13
690 Chapter 690 - 560: Getting a Bit Arrogant (Third Update – Happy Year of the Rabbit) 2026-10-13
691 Chapter 691 - 561: What a Coincidence 2026-10-13
692 Chapter 692 - 562: A Sense of Déjà Vu 2026-10-13
693 Chapter 693 - 563: Déjà Vu 2026-10-13
694 Chapter 694 - 564: Probing 2026-10-13
695 Chapter 695 - 565: Death Trap 2026-10-13
696 Chapter 696 - 566: The Tycoon and Three Eyes 2026-10-13
697 Chapter 697 - 567: Protect Our A-level 2026-10-13
698 Chapter 698 - 568: Giving Gifts Places One at the Mercy of Others 2026-10-13
699 Chapter 699 - 569: Celestial Hook Enigma Mansion 2026-10-13
700 Chapter 700 - 570: Truly an Extraordinary Person 2026-10-13

Rein judged that after the night attack, the opponent might settle down for a few days—after all, who would want to anger the government?

However, this time, his assumption was indeed wrong. Just one day later, someone launched another attack at night.

This time it wasn’t mixed combat; the attackers were a group of superpower warriors.

Two A-level, five B-level, and three C-level came silently under the cover of night.

Qu Jianlei didn’t know why the opponents were so desperate, could it be... because it was raining?

They hid well, but unfortunately, they inadvertently triggered an extremely concealed alarm.

Then the energy monitoring device amplified the collected signals instantly, thus finally discovering the anomaly.

The defense’s A-level fire attribute attacked instantly. Previously unwilling to be exposed, but once exposed, it didn’t matter.

At the same time, the factory district’s firepower was fully unleashed, directly launching a barrage.

This seemed wasteful of ammunition and exposed various fire points, but the command center had its considerations.

They reacted immediately, knowing that the aftermath of the last battle hadn’t subsided, and this time the opponent was definitely focusing on a surprise attack.

If today was still coordinated combat, the Planet Government would absolutely not let the opponents go.

The fact was that the Luo Family was invaded, and a fierce resistance wasn’t excessive.

So they instead let loose, firing at will. Hit a few, fine; miss some, no matter.

As for the exposure of fire points... couldn’t they just adjust it tomorrow?

The only slight inadequacy in firepower was in the northwest, where only two machine guns roared.

Actually, it was quite good. Even Three Eyes was fighting with machine guns; only Qu Jianlei wasn’t involved in the barrage.

However, for the attackers, the northwest was also a minor focus since they suffered heavy losses in that direction last time.

After the barrage began, they discovered only two machine guns there, so a B-level and a C-level quietly launched a sneak attack.

The B-level had a water attribute and was wearing A-level wood armor.

Normally, in such weather, a water attribute awakened had the advantage; at least concealment wasn’t difficult.

But just as they entered range, a series of machine cannon sounds rang out, leaving the water attribute B-level regretful on the spot.

The two machine guns targeted the C-level, also inflicting damage on him.

However, regrettably, the command center called for Qu Jianlei’s help with the golden shield again.

No choice, the attackers were two A-level, and the Luo Family only had one A-level.

Qu Jianlei’s series of golden shields saved their A-level. The opponent’s two A-levels, realizing they couldn’t succeed, decisively retreated.

At the end of it, the opponents hadn’t expected the Luo Family members to so decisively implement a barrage.

This kind of attack posed a significant threat even to A-levels. With no advantage to gain, immediate retreat was necessary.

But undeniably, Qu Jianlei’s golden shield support played a very crucial role.

If the only A-level had been killed, the opponent’s two A-levels could readily slaughter all the defenders without top-tier combat power protection.

In addition to Qu Jianlei taking down a B-level, he was indeed the most dazzling person that night.

This battle only lasted a short five minutes, but thinking back on its peril gave everyone fear.

As soon as the battle ended, Stone Pillar specially came to apologize to Qu Jianlei—he definitely didn’t want to be resented by this strongman.

The next day at noon, Qu Jianlei was eating the lunch Three Eyes brought back when Lina came again.

”Mr. Bursting Arrow, there are some matters I should discuss with you.”

”Settle the account first,” Qu Jianlei responded straightforwardly.

”If what you say doesn’t interest me, then my contract will end in three days.”

For him, earning seventy thousand in seven days wasn’t fast, but obtaining a new identity and temporary permit was worth it.

Lina tilted her head to look at him, ”Changing the protection target, it’s a beautiful woman, interested?”

”Compared to beauties, I prefer silver notes,” Qu Jianlei whistled, ”Let’s hear the details.”

”This time it’s indeed a bodyguard role,” Lina blinked, ”A close bodyguard for a beauty, with a daily salary still of ten thousand.”

”I’m not interested in beauties, and the earning speed isn’t fast enough,” Qu Jianlei spoke indifferently, ”What else is there?”

Lina pondered for a moment before speaking, ”The Young Master hopes you can help protect the Young Miss.”

Qu Jianlei blinked, ”So, I’ve been on a trial period these past few days?”

He could understand such a trial, given he was a stranger unwilling to disclose his identity.

If not for killing a B-level yesterday, the trial might have continued. Still, such a trial... was quite thrilling, too.

Lina didn’t mind his reaction, ”According to our analysis, your combat power is close to A-level, adept in both firearms and techniques.”

”The Young Miss is a hopeful descendant of the Patriarch and the Young Master’s most beloved younger sister.”

Seeing no further response, Lina continued explaining.

The Young Miss’s name is Luo Hanshuang. She studies at Xingluo Academy and is the youngest daughter of the Luo Family Patriarch, currently a C-level awakened.

Xingluo Academy is located on Celestial Hook Star. This year, Luo Hanshuang has an exploration internship task, which carries certain risks.

There are teachers responsible for protection at the academy, but students are allowed to bring no more than two protectors.

The protector can be a parent, a neighborhood big brother, or of course, a bodyguard.

The Luo Family has always been selecting bodyguards carefully, and now they think Qu Jianlei is quite suitable, wanting him to become one of the two protectors.

Qu Jianlei pondered for a moment, then asked, ”Can’t you find a female bodyguard?”

Beauty and such are really irrelevant to him, especially with the Imperial aesthetic view, which he cannot agree with at all.

The main issue is that going out to handle matters with a woman is too inconvenient.

”That’s something I’m not too sure about,” Lina responded frankly, ”I’m just a Modified Warrior.”

Modified Warriors are very impressive in society, but in the Luo Family, they are as common as cattle.

It’s just that she’s closely following Director Ford and the Young Master; her combat power may not be strong, but her abilities are decent, and most importantly, she is reliable.

No wonder they were so enthusiastic about helping me arrange a fake identity… Qu Jianlei finally figured it out.

Accompanying this eldest lady… oh no, young lady, the attendant’s identity must withstand scrutiny.

Of course, regardless of the other party’s intentions, he is already a beneficiary and should not worry too much.

”Tell me the details, such as potential dangers and rewards.”

”The danger is indeed there,” Lina’s pupils noticeably contracted.

”However, as long as we are not too greedy, there won’t be significant danger… We’ve noticed that you don’t like to cause trouble.”

Of course, I don’t like to cause trouble. Can’t you tell at a glance?

”Not liking to cause trouble is a good habit, especially since she’s going to the Celestial Hook Enigma Mansion… staying sober is crucial.”

”Hmm, Celestial Hook Enigma Mansion, continue,” Qu Jianlei nodded. Where is this Celestial Hook Enigma Mansion?

Lina didn’t think he would even know this, ”She’s quite competitive, wanting to enter the Inner Circle…”

At this moment, the Big Head Butterfly began to turn slowly, ”Celestial Hook Enigma Mansion... on the outer circle planet of Celestial Blade and Celestial Sharp.”

Upon hearing this, Qu Jianlei understood. This information is seldom noticed – or rather shielded by information barriers.

But it’s not that no one ever mentioned it; it’s just drowned in the vast flow of information.

Little Hu gathered this information but didn’t consider it the focal point worth noting.

If all these were focal points, its attention would indeed be on too many.

The outer circle of Celestial Sharp, originally a habitable planet like Celestial Sharp, is gradually drifting away from the star.

Celestial Blade Star has a small amount of Energy Stone Ore, long since mined out, living conditions deteriorated, causing residents to flee.

Now, only a small number of residents remain there, along with… a large number of Mutant Beasts.

However, at the rate Celestial Blade Star is drifting away from the star, even the Mutant Beasts will be gone in at most three thousand years.

By that time, the highest daytime temperature will be minus twenty degrees.

Even if the Mutant Beasts mutate, they can survive only if their food source also survives!

In Little Hu’s summary, this is a planet in decline.

The Mutant Beasts on the planet are probably the only reason people are drawn to visit.

Unfortunately, the level of Mutant Beasts here is low, or their drop rate is low.

The probability of getting Crystals is like spending two bucks at Lanxiang to win a million odds.

Though Exotic Beast Meat can be consumed, how much can low-level Exotic Beast Meat be worth?

So even though some people come here to hunt beasts, it’s mostly for sentiment, somewhat like ”Fishing enthusiasts never blank out.”

There’s a mysterious ”Celestial Hook Enigma Mansion,” but… it’s talked about vaguely, who would care?

Now pulling it into the spotlight, I think… wow, no one can explain this place clearly.

If no one can explain it, there must be something fishy inside.

Anyway, Little Hu didn’t pay attention before, but now it realizes, ”Many students intern here.”

Qu Jianlei thought for a moment, looking at Lina, ”I don’t know anything about the Inner Circle.”

”Hmm,” Lina first nodded, then paused, ”You didn’t graduate from a prestigious school?”

With such strength, it’s impossible to be taught by wild methods, right?

Qu Jianlei answered calmly, ”You know my background, I awakened by myself.”

”This… alright,” Lina had no complaints.

”If you haven’t heard of the Celestial Hook Enigma Mansion, then you definitely can’t miss it, there might be some fortuitous encounters in it,”

Opportunities? Qu Jianlei’s eyes slightly narrowed, ”In terms of Cultivation?”

Lina smiled awkwardly, ”I can’t say much about the details.”

”Let’s put it this way, getting to enter the Celestial Hook Enigma Mansion properly is an opportunity that even the Supreme would be tempted by, everyone would be scrambling to get in.”

Really? Qu Jianlei was a bit skeptical, ”Then, why isn’t the Luo Family choosing someone from their own, instead offering the spot to outsiders?”

Not just an outsider, but a stranger hired at a high price.

”There’s a certain risk inside,” Lina replied firmly, ”Especially with some encounters, the risk is high.”

Why do I feel like, once inside, you can’t act on your own? Qu Jianlei nodded, ”Hmm, how long will it take?”

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