Chapter 149
The Devil's Intent (2)
Arthur and Zhuo Fan set off on a new journey, one that was not merely meant to increase their strength, but to pave a long road toward recruiting powerful individuals and bringing them into the Luo Family. The sky above them was wide open, and the road ahead unknown, yet neither of them knew hesitation.
After several days of continuous travel, they finally arrived at their first destination: the lands of the Yu Ming Family. And in order to reach the true objective of their journey — Beast Mountain — they had no choice but to cross these dangerous territories.
Zhuo Fan stood at the edge of the city, his eyes coldly and cautiously scanning the surroundings before he spoke in a calm voice carrying long experience within it:
"Spiritual beasts are considered a great aid to martial artists. Righteous cultivators can tame them, turning them into offensive and defensive forces, as well as lifelong companions in battle. As for demonic cultivators… they walk an entirely different path. They exploit the beasts to temper themselves and transform them into demonic beasts. The methods differ, but the goal is the same… and Beast Mountain is our destination."
Arthur listened silently, a faint smile appearing on his face.
'A spiritual beast… this is an entirely new world for me.'
The two entered Yu Ming City, and the moment Arthur took his first steps inside, a system window appeared before his eyes:
| New Mission
Save Xiao Ning and safely escort her out of Yu Ming City
Rescue Progress: 0%
Escape Progress: 0%
Time Limit: One Day
Reward: Calculated based on rescue and escape performance
Failure: None |
The system gave him no time to think, as something small suddenly collided with Zhuo Fan's body.
"Please… don't move."
The voice was soft and clear, coming from beneath a pile of ragged clothes.
Behind them, the sound of heavy footsteps echoed.
Seven armed men appeared in the alley, shouting in anger and panic:
"Did you see where she went?!" "No… damn it!" "Our heads will roll if we don't find her!" "Move quickly!"
They searched for a few moments before hurriedly leaving.
Zhuo Fan calmly moved as though nothing had happened, while Arthur remained standing, his eyes fixed on that small pile.
"Let's go, Arthur."
"Ah… right."
'Is this girl the mission target?'
A trembling voice came from beneath the clothes:
"Please… save me. If they catch me… they'll never let me leave again."
Zhuo Fan smiled coldly as he looked at the red-haired girl.
"A girl your age, possessing this kind of strength, yet acting with so much fear? I don't think you're as innocent as you're pretending to be."
The girl hesitated briefly before speaking quickly:
"If you're heading to Beast Mountain… you won't be able to enter right now. The Diamond Sands have appeared, and they'll block passage for three months."
'Diamond Sands…'
A faint smile appeared on Zhuo Fan's face.
"If you get me out of here, I'll show you a secret path leading to Beast Mountain."
Thoughts raced through both of their minds.
Arthur studied her carefully.
'Information like this isn't available to just anyone…'
But Zhuo Fan made the decision.
"Deal."
The girl finally smiled.
"My name is Xiao Ning."
"I'm Zhuo Fan, and this is my brother Arthur."
'So… she really is the mission target.'
The three moved through side roads until an angry voice thundered behind them:
"Ning'er! Enough playing around! It's time to come back!"
The girl trembled and hid behind Zhuo Fan.
"Save me… please."
An angry young man approached with several others and began shouting at the girl, but—
Xiao Ning'er's final words struck Arthur deeply.
"Please… save me, big brother."
Little Yi's voice overlapped with Shen Yuusung's… memories that had never died, and guilt that had never faded.
Arthur clenched his fists, and a dark aura burst from his body.
Zhuo Fan turned in alarm.
"Arthur! Calm down!"
But it was already too late.
"You bastards…"
The voice came out rough… savage.
Blue sparks wrapped around his body.
'Blue Wind.'
A technique that fused wind and lightning together, increasing speed to a terrifying degree.
In a flash, Arthur stood before the young man, a black sword in his hand. He swung it—
and an arm separated from its owner.
He moved like a king of death, the wind screaming, the souls wailing.
Within seconds… everything was over.
Arthur stood before the trembling young man.
"Repeat what you said."
But a crying voice stopped him.
"Please… don't kill them."
Arthur halted.
He looked back in anger and noticed Ning'er's tearful, sorrowful expression.
Arthur's rage slowly subsided. He raised his hand and slapped his own face hard.
'Get a hold of yourself…'
He silently stepped back.
| Xiao Ning has begun to fear and hate you |
Fear and Hatred Percentage: 60% |
'Kain… you bastard.'
| Not my problem. Control yourself. |
Arthur looked at Ning'er…
She was clutching Zhuo Fan while looking at Arthur as though he were a monster.
Arthur sighed quietly and moved behind Zhuo Fan and Ning'er, who could no longer even look him in the face.
They continued onward until they reached a small cave.
"This is the place."
But a powerful voice tore through the air:
"Ning'er! Stop right there!"
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