Chapter Five: A Flash of Lightning

At Fengshang, smoke was rising, while at Han Tianyue’s side, a startling discovery had just been made.

As for the queen’s death, everyone in the Kingdom of Daughters regarded it with a certain calmness. Although the queen had been prophesied by the old seer to bring prosperity, after she ascended the throne, not only did she fail to usher in flourishing times, but she also disrupted the fragile peace that the woman in white had painstakingly established. Though no one voiced it openly, deep down they harbored resentment toward the queen. Thus, it was no surprise that the reaction to her death was so subdued.

This was not Han Tianyue and his companions’ discovery, however. To truly understand the revelation, one must begin with the woman in white.

Her movements were always elusive and unpredictable. The last time she had been seen was during Fengshang’s capture, where she appeared only to soothe Han Tianyue and the others’ worries for Fengshang’s safety before vanishing and not returning.

Despite her reassurances, unease lingered about Fengshang’s fate. After all, they had witnessed how the women of the Kingdom dealt with men—one careless moment could mean Fengshang’s demise.

Han Tianyue, Fengshang, and Mao Xuánzi, disguised in women’s clothing, left the inn and stepped onto the bustling streets of the Kingdom of Daughters. Though not prosperous, the place was lively, with women constantly coming and going.

Clusters of women strolled the streets, their delicate appearances belying any true strength. Yet Han Tianyue and his group remained vigilant. Appearances could be deceiving; caution was a necessity for survival in this land.

Suddenly, a piercing scream echoed from afar. Instantly, every woman ceased her activity, reaching out toward the same direction. Faint energies converged, forming a vast halo of power. With a thunderous crack, the sound filled the air before all returned to calm.

They were struck dumb by the scene. Though they did not know what had descended from the sky, it was clear that even the mightiest warrior would struggle to breach the Kingdom of Daughters’ defenses. The unity among its women was truly astonishing.

“It seems rescuing Fengshang will be quite difficult,” Mao Xuánzi said seriously.

Fang Zhe nodded. “We should wait for the woman in white to return before making any moves.”

Han Tianyue shook his head. “That woman in white is elusive and only speaks in riddles. It’s obvious she doesn’t fully trust us, nor will she go all out to help. We have to rely on ourselves.”

His words held truth. The woman in white always appeared at just the right moments, seemingly aiding them, yet only offering cryptic advice. Gradually, everyone followed her lead, influenced more by subtle persuasion than direct action.

“If she doesn’t want us to rescue Fengshang, then all the more reason to try!” Han Tianyue’s conviction grew stronger. Ignoring the woman in white’s warnings, he turned to Mao Xuánzi and Fang Zhe.

Both men thought it over and realized Han Tianyue’s perspective aligned with what the woman in white had implied. They nodded in agreement.

Unlike prisons outside, the Kingdom’s prison was not secluded but stood prominently at the forefront of the queen’s palace, at the heart of the bustling market. The ancient structure bore the marks of time, its weathered exterior a testament to the kingdom’s long history.

Women passed by the prison on either side as if it were just another part of daily life. Han Tianyue and his companions stared at the imposing building, an unsettling thought creeping into their minds. “Such a powerful aura of malevolence emanates from within.”

The sinister energy radiated continuously, enveloping the entire kingdom. Witnessing this, they shivered involuntarily.

At that moment, a bolt of azure lightning struck above the prison. Instantly, a massive halo of collective female power from the Kingdom formed, blocking the lightning. The bolt dissipated, and the halo faded.

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