Beyond the vast outskirts of Jiang Province stand rows of old and dilapidated buildings. These buildings seem to have been forgotten by time, the marks of age deeply etched on their surfaces. The walls and roofs are covered with dense weeds, like a green ocean engulfing the entire structure. Moreover, the exteriors are entwined with countless vines, forming a natural barrier that makes it difficult to approach.

Not far away, the roars of strange beasts echoed intermittently, rising and falling, resounding through the sky. The roars were deafening, seemingly threatening to shatter the heavens and earth. This place had become a paradise for the beasts, but for humans, it was an absolute forbidden zone. A single careless step into this place could lead to certain death.

In this dangerous and mysterious place, inside one of the tall buildings, a man was tightly bound to a pillar. His head hung low, his expression listless, and his clothes were tattered. Not far from him, a woman sat on a chair. She was observing the man with keen interest, a subtle smile playing on her lips.

"A mere mortal, yet you've managed to break through your own limitations and become a martial artist. It's a pity, however capable you are, you're destined not to leave here alive today." The woman spoke softly, her voice clear and melodious, yet tinged with coldness and ruthlessness.

At this moment, the man tied to the pillar was Ye Liangchen. Suddenly, a faint warmth emanated from the bracelet on his wrist. This warmth, like a small stream, flowed slowly down his arm and eventually reached his mind. Immediately afterward, a deep and mysterious voice began to echo in Ye Liangchen's ears.

Time passed slowly, and after about half an hour, Ye Liangchen, who had kept his eyes closed, finally slowly opened them.

"Divine Child, you've finally woken up!" An anxious voice immediately reached Ye Liangchen's ears.

"Where...where am I? How did I get here?" Ye Liangchen looked around blankly, trying to figure out his surroundings.

"Divine Child, you've been kidnapped. And the kidnapper is none other than a stunningly beautiful woman!" The voice rang out again, its tone tinged with a hint of mockery.

Hearing this, Ye Liangchen was speechless. He was currently in a life-or-death situation, his life in danger, so how could he have the mind to care whether the other person was a beauty or not?

He looked around and found that there was no one there.

"Where's that guy you were talking about?"

“Divine Child, she has gone out, but I sensed that she is still nearby.”

Ye Liangchen looked at the chains binding him and wanted to use his supernatural abilities.

After the superpower was used, the chains became even tighter.

"Damn it, it seems these chains are specially made, specifically to deal with superhumans."

“Divine Child, it is indeed impossible to open it from the inside, but if I open it from the outside, there might still be a chance.”

The bracelet made a sound.

"When can you possibly unlock these chains?"

“Divine Child, I can act in an hour at most, but that takes too much to my strength.”

Upon hearing that the bracelet could be opened, Ye Liangchen immediately agreed.

"Hurry up and open it. As for the resources you want, I will definitely provide them to you later."

"Alright, Divine Child, I'll start helping you unlock these chains now."

Ye Liangchen's bracelet was radiating heat.

Half an hour later, a figure slowly emerged from the darkness.

In the dim light, a woman stood quietly. She wore a black bodysuit, her figure graceful and curvaceous, exuding a mysterious and alluring aura. Her face was obscured by shadows, making it impossible to see her in full, but from her bright eyes, one could sense an irresistible charm.

Her eyes held a captivating, almost sinister allure, drawing people in yet making them hesitant to approach. A faint smile played on her lips, as if mocking the ignorance and folly of the world. Her hair cascaded down her back like a waterfall, swaying gently with her movements and releasing a delicate fragrance.

She held a rose in her hand, its petals as red as blood, vibrant and delicate. She gently stroked the petals, as if caressing her own skin. Her fingers were long and slender, her nails painted with black polish, shimmering with an eerie light. She brought the rose to her lips, kissed it lightly, then threw it on the ground and crushed it under her foot.

She raised her head, gazing into the distance, her eyes filled with unwavering determination and resolve. She knew her fate, and she knew her mission. She was a rose with thorns, beautiful yet dangerous, inspiring both love and fear.

"Kid, you're awake?"

The woman approached Ye Liangchen and placed a finger directly on his chin.

She looked at Ye Liangchen and soon sighed.

"Not bad. I didn't look closely before, but now that I see you, you're quite handsome. It's a pity though."

Ye Liangchen snorted coldly, "What's a pity?"

"It's a pity you'll be dying soon."

"Death? If I'm not mistaken, we've never met before?"

“That’s right, kid, we’ve never met before.”

"Will I be able to find out the reason for my death before I die?"

The woman burst into laughter, her laughter echoing in the empty room.

"Kid, I didn't expect that when you heard you were going to die, your first reaction wasn't to beg for mercy, but to want to know why."

"Beg for mercy? Do you think begging for mercy will make me go? Rather than die a pathetic death, at least let me die knowing why."

Zhao Yuwei looked at Ye Liangchen and stared at him for a long time before speaking.

"The reason is actually very simple: your appearance has made someone jealous, and now he wants you dead."

"I made someone jealous?"

Ye Liangchen was also completely bewildered, wondering when he had offended such a person.

"Did Qin Yu send you?"

"Kid, I didn't expect you to know Qin Yu. But you're wrong. The person behind me is someone the Qin family can't compare to."

"Since it wasn't Qin Yu, I really can't remember who else I've offended."

Zhao Yuwei laughed after hearing this.

"Kid, don't try to get information out of me. There's no way I'm going to tell you."

Seeing how tight-lipped the woman in front of him was, Ye Liangchen slowly closed his eyes.

Outside the high-rise buildings, torrential rain continued to fall.

The strange beasts outside continued to gather, slowly approaching the tall building.

Zhao Yuwei also sensed the unusual situation outside.

"What happened?"