Chapter 66: Even Begging Is Against the Law

The Burj Khalifa, also known as the iconic Dubai Tower, stands at a height of 828 meters, covers an area of 34.4 hectares, and boasts 162 floors. Its construction cost exceeded 1.5 billion dollars. Construction began in 2004, and when it was officially completed in 2010, the grand unveiling was personally conducted by Dubai’s Sheikh, who also renamed the tower. From that day forward, the Burj Khalifa became the symbolic landmark of Dubai.

At this moment, Zhang Liang and his companions were overlooking the city from the observation deck on the 124th floor of the Dubai Tower.

“It seems we’re not as unlucky as we thought,” one of them remarked.

Originally, they had expected this trip to be uneventful.

Their earlier dismissiveness had faded; now, their hearts were heavy. After spending two years at La Masia, he had seen all kinds of prodigies.

Ji Lingrong indulged herself with a soothing hot spring, washing away the day’s awkwardness before heading to her room to sleep.

As before, it was Gohan, the stronger among them, who went off to train first, while Trunks stayed behind to protect Blue Star.

After all, he was the emperor’s only younger brother; for now, no one dared to trouble Shangguan Yue about the matter.

Xia Yumuo looked at the glass of milk before her, bravely grabbed it, and, muttering under her breath, drank it all in one go.

To say Zhu Bo was a miracle doctor is not mere praise but a well-earned reputation.

Heihua Mu heard their conversation and began to trust them, believing perhaps he really could rely on them. After all, he had already lost, and they had no reason to deceive him.

Qiu Yunbai, caught off guard by her push, did not get angry. Instead, he licked his lips as his messy hair fell over part of his brow and eyes, softening his cold demeanor and lending him a sense of melancholy.

“If that’s the case…” Li Shanchang, who had previously been in charge of army logistics, was already very familiar with military budget calculations.

Xiao Yunli shook his head—not that he didn’t understand Mu Ziqian’s intention, but in his view, it was perfectly understandable.

The call was from Ye Wei, who said the elder was going to inspect the Hainan Fleet. The exact nature of the inspection was unknown, and the timing was uncertain; treatment would have to wait until the elder returned.

In his previous life, Li Chen never quite understood the collective reference to the “Three Kims of South Korea.” If both Kim Dae-jung and Kim Young-sam had served as president, Kim Jong-pil seemed less noteworthy. Why then were they collectively called the “Three Grand Political Masters”?

First, he went to the marketplace and bought several pieces of cloth suitable for sails, then headed to the carpentry shop to select wood and tools. After all preparations were made, he arrived at an open beach to begin building his boat.

The emperor spoke: “Lotus leaves five inches wide, flowers are graceful, touching the waves yet not hindering the painted boat’s sway; when the warm winds of May arrive, the leaves may also conceal a beauty’s waist. These lotus leaves, half concealing the tender orchid, are just like concealing a beauty’s waist!” With that, he laughed heartily, and the consorts and princes seated beside him joined in his laughter.

“Well, it’s Wells Fargo. Since you’re interested, let’s take our time and fish for opportunities—it’s no big deal.” Li Chen handed a steak to Zeman, then another to Charlie, shaking his hand as it was still hot.

Su Yi paused for a moment, then suddenly broke into a radiant smile, so enchanting that even Xing’er was momentarily stunned.

Zhao Zixian furrowed his brows as he considered ways to break the barrier. After much deliberation, he thought of using the all-consuming Samadhi True Fire. He pressed his palm against the cave entrance’s barrier, channeling the fire energy within his body and letting the Samadhi True Fire envelop his hand.

This is the era’s so-called ten great knight legions. This is the era, and the sorrow destined for the squad captains.

Quirinus was worrying about his master and did not want to waste any more time, so he exerted all his strength, determined to fight Silver to the death. The bronze sword came down hard, bending Silver’s long defensive blade.

Wang Haoming had already mentioned Mao Yong to Zhang Qian; Zhang Qian was outgoing and talkative. After just a few words, he and Mao Yong struck up a conversation, leaving Mao Yong with a very favorable first impression.