Chapter 118 – Li Qinghe: Isn't This an Illusory Array? Why Has It Changed?!

“Sigh, I really can’t bear to part with it.”

In the corner of the library, Li Qinghe caressed the yellowed paper of the Myriad Formation Diagram.

Since obtaining this Myriad Formation Diagram, it had greatly enhanced her mastery, with the Fifth-Level Array being particularly profound and mysterious.

What a pity.

She had barely had time to study it thoroughly, hadn’t even warmed it in her hands for more than a few days, before having to return this treasure.

“But at least I’ve gained something. I’ll find another opportunity to take it out later.”

Thinking this, Li Qinghe sighed quietly, carefully storing the Myriad Formation Diagram back into her Star Ring, then pulling out her phone to check today’s date.

There were less than two days left before her father’s return.

Time was pressing.

She had to find a way to return the Myriad Formation Diagram intact.

Otherwise, if her father discovered the missing Array Diagrams upon his return, it would surely shake the entire family. If the investigation led to her, she would be in serious trouble.

With this thought.

Li Qinghe headed towards the second-floor entrance, quickening her pace.

……………….

Meanwhile.

Library Sector 1.

People came and went, visitors moving about.

Qin Yang pushed a cart to the bookshelves, carefully selecting books and restocking the new shelves, having long switched into work mode.

The reason was simple.

Under his spiritual sense, he detected the Manager’s aura rapidly approaching him.

“What does he want with me?”

Suppressing his confusion, Qin Yang bent down to pick up a book and slotted it into the shelf.

Before long, the Manager appeared in his field of vision. He first went to the entrance, peering suspiciously towards the adjacent Sector 2 as if searching for something.

After a moment, he came to Qin Yang and asked,

“Where’s that new young fellow recently? Li something?”

“Li Qing?”

“Yes, him. Why haven’t I seen him around?”

The Manager turned to look at the empty Sector 2, displeased. “Has he gone off to slack somewhere?”

“Probably not.”

Hearing this, Qin Yang glanced at the empty spots on the shelves, casually covering for him: “I just saw him a moment ago. Seemed like he pushed the cart to the warehouse to restock. Probably busy over there.”

“Is that so…”

At this, the Manager’s eyes flickered. After pondering briefly, he leaned closer to Qin Yang and said in a low voice, “Keep an eye on him these next few days. That young man isn’t honest.”

“Not honest?”

Qin Yang’s expression remained unchanged, his tone surprised. “Slacking off every day?”

“No, not that.”

The Manager frowned, gazing slowly towards Sector 2 as he said, “A few times when I came to check on duty, I saw him heading towards the corners. Don’t know what he was doing there. Sneaky fellow!”

“……”

Qin Yang fell silent, understanding the gist of it now.

Li Qing’s slacking skills weren’t up to par.

Probably when he was hiding in the corners studying the Myriad Formation Diagram, he didn’t manage his time well.

That’s what aroused the Manager’s suspicion.

“Not only is he mediocre with arrays, but he’s also this bad at slacking off…”

Thinking this, Qin Yang nodded to the Manager and said,

“Yes, rest assured. I’ll pay more attention to him these days. If I notice anything suspicious, I’ll report to you immediately.”

“No, that’s not enough.”

The Manager shook his head, his expression grave. “You also need to keep a closer watch on the restroom area.

There have been reports in the library recently—someone actually ran into Li Qing in the women’s restroom, and not just once or twice.

Tell me, what’s a grown man doing hanging around the women’s restroom?!”With that, the Manager lowered his voice and leaned close to Qin Yang, whispering in his ear, “Don’t spread this around yet, but I suspect the thief who caused trouble here a few days ago might have been Li Qing!”

“…”

Qin Yang was speechless.

Tch.

No way…

Your judgment is really sharp!

You actually hit the nail on the head.

This Library Manager really isn’t just collecting a paycheck for nothing.

“Keep an eye on him these next few days. The Curator will be back soon, and we absolutely can’t afford any more mishaps in the Library!”

The Manager continued in a hushed tone, “Monitor him closely. If we actually catch the thief, you’ll get credit for the performance.”

“Understood. You can rest assured and go back. I’ll keep watch,” Qin Yang nodded, agreeing on the surface.

Then, after the Manager finished his instructions, Qin Yang watched his retreating back until he was far away.

Once sure the man was gone, Qin Yang didn’t hesitate. He picked up Xiaobai and returned directly to his slacking spot, completely brushing off the matter.

As for Li Qinghe stealing the Myriad Formation Diagram…

Let it drift away with the wind for now.

Every family has its own troubles—why should he stick his nose in?

She’s the eldest daughter of the Li Family, stealing books from her own home. If he got involved, he’d just be asking for trouble, wouldn’t he?

“Never mind,” Qin Yang thought to himself.

With that, he sat down on his Slacking Stool and continued to lounge and rest.

…………….

Meanwhile.

At the entrance to the Library Second Floor.

Dozens of Acquired Realm martial artists stood guard at the doorway, arms crossed, their expressions fierce as they vigilantly watched for any movement in the surrounding area.

Ancient and intricate Array Inscriptions were carved on their arms, layered and resonating with each other like blooming Golden Lotuses, actually amplifying their collective strength to the Peak Realm.

Since the last theft in the Library,

security had been upgraded.

The Manager had spent a fortune to station experts at the entrance.

“Not bad, all at the Peak of the Acquired Realm.”

“And they’re using enhanced Array Formations. Too bad… they’re still no match for this young lady.”

Li Qinghe crouched in a corner, observing the layout of the entrance. Following the same method as before, she summoned the Myriad Formation Diagram and Starstones.

Hum!

Array Inscriptions surged, glowing with molten gold light.

Several Starstones floated around her, encircling her and extending a deep, shadowy domain that distorted all passing light.

The next moment,

her figure landed within the formation. The domain of the array spread, drifting silently toward the entrance, seeping imperceptibly around the guards.

Then,

the Level Three Illusion Array activated fully!

At the entrance, the Acquired Realm experts standing guard froze, their faces stiff and eyes suddenly glazed over before being dragged into an Illusionary Array filled with mountains of corpses and a sea of blood.

“Hehe, done!”

“This young lady is truly amazing!”

Li Qinghe clapped her hands lightly, controlling the floating Starstones as she drifted past the stationed guards and swaggered into the third-floor corridor.

At that moment,

the third-floor corridor remained unguarded, dark and chilly.

At the far end, the Soul-Seizing Array radiated light in all directions, emanating an indescribable attraction that concealed the space behind the door.

“Once I return the Myriad Formation Diagram, I can make my escape!”

Li Qinghe approached the Soul-Seizing Array, sensing for the Array Eye, and prepared to begin breaking the formation.

But just then!

Crack!!

One of her protective Starstones suddenly split, shattering on the ground into a pile of broken fragments.

“?”

Li Qinghe froze for a moment, staring down at the shattered stones on the floor.

A chilling sense of dread suddenly shot up from her tailbone, rushing straight to the crown of her head, making her whole body shudder.Just moments ago, this protective Starstone shattered, giving him one warning.

The Array Formation before him was extremely dangerous!

It would be best to retreat immediately!

“But why?”

At this thought.

Li Qinghe traced the Array Inscription on the threshold, sensing the Star Power of the Soul-Seizing Array.

She became somewhat disoriented.

This wasn’t right!

“Before this… shouldn’t it have been an Illusionary Array?!!”

(End of Chapter)