Chapter 4
That small face, though not outstanding, is always incredibly vivid, different from the dignified and reserved appearance of the young ladies he usually encounters, making him unconsciously curious about what kind of expression will appear on her face in the next moment
What, has the Azure Dragon been rescued by someone
Leng Leng threw the sheepskin scroll onto the ground, and Li Mu's expression showed no change. He simply said, "So it is a bloodbath. General Zhen Yun should arrive within three days! If he cannot make it, you should take the Empress and the Princess back to the palace first!"
However, the training from her career as an assassin allowed her to react swiftly, bringing her body closer to Zhi Zhi and pressing the short blade tightly against her neck. The young girl cast a cold glance at Zhi Zhi's ingratiating demeanor, secretly on guard and remaining silent.
What sins did he commit in his past life
I will forever follow the young master
Lying heavily on the bed, she exclaimed, "How cute she is! Why put on a cold face like an ice cube! Forget it! I won't learn it anymore!"
The master's methods, having long resided under the tutelage of assassins, she naturally understands
The assassins felt a more intense killing intent permeating the air than the murderous aura they themselves exuded, and they were immediately alarmed, as the atmosphere shifted dramatically in an instant
Regardless of anything else, simply because Changping is the woman he admires, he would not allow her to experience any fright or mishap. Moreover, accompanying them this time is the Empress Changsun, who embodies the grace of a mother to the world.
Since the Golden Begonia has emerged, the assassins dispatched must certainly not be limited to just the veiled girl in light clothing; those who lie in wait around silently are the truly ruthless characters.
In the bustling market, the sounds of vendors calling out their wares are incessant. Young ladies have always favored decorations made of rouge, powder, and brocade silk, gathering around the stalls to discuss animatedly. Empress Changsun, who has a penchant for reading, naturally went to the study and could not bear to part with her scrolls.
After struggling for nearly an hour, she finally gave up her original plan, panting with anger as she rushed in front of Li Mu, grabbing his clothes and shouting, "What did you make me eat!"
Disaster? He is not called Disaster! I just heard that young lady say, he is the Azure Dragon
Her hair? That's not right, her hair isn't that soft, nor is it that black or that smooth. Is this Li Mu's hair?
Spicy crayfish, lily bulb pies, beggar's chicken, crystal pork knuckle, steamed crucian carp... She swallowed hard, nearly drooling, and only Zhi An quietly immersed herself in those delicious fantasies, mmm... She couldn't think any longer; if she did, she would become the first unfortunate soul in history to dehydrate to death from salivating.
I have returned to my room
With a narcissistic grin revealing a set of white teeth and a smile that lights up his features, this fellow remains blissfully unaware of the danger, causing Li Mu, who stands by observing the situation and unwilling to act rashly, to furrow his sword-like brows in concern
Uncle? Fainting, how could he be that old! This fool! Is he trying to kill him? Rolling his eyes, the man in black had a complexion that was dark with a hint of purple, and it was unclear whether it was due to suffocation or anger
Suddenly recalling that slender youth with bright, clear eyes, the beautiful gaze of Empress Changsun shimmering with light, I finally understand what it is that they have shed.
Li Mu was originally one to draw his sword at the sound of a voice, and having such a noisy fellow chattering in his ear was somewhat bothersome. Although only Zhi's voice could not affect the sounds he heard, it inevitably made him feel a bit restless
Unaccountably, the papaya vine, lying beneath the feet of the two individuals, felt a tightening in its heart as it watched this scene
My head is getting more and more dizzy, I feel so sleepy
The girl who kept her head down, trembling, could not possibly see the reason behind it, yet the beauty beside him noticed. A pang of pain unexpectedly struck her heart, and at the moment the stunning woman lowered her head, a fierce and cold light flashed in her eyes
Suddenly, a lengthy self-praising discourse was choked off, leaving her with wide, round eyes, staring in astonishment.
The papaya vine, this little wretch, cannot be kept!
A sudden, bone-chilling cold wind swept by my ear, followed by a piercing scream that suddenly reached my ears
The sound of metal clashing was sharp and rapid, and suddenly, I found myself confronted by a dozen or so masked men in black, wielding knives. They launched a fierce attack with their long blades directed at Li Mu, Qinglong, and the others.
On the way to the market, only Zhi is as quiet as a child
Oh ... ... Heaven, how cruel it is
As the only Zhi fell, Empress Changsun did not show any displeasure, her gentle and delicate face revealing no signs of anger. However, she slightly waved her hand and spoke softly: "Lord Mu, I would trouble you to bring back that young brother from the Yin family; otherwise, I am afraid this palace cannot allow you all to return to the capital."
The three black lines on her forehead left Shiyu both amused and exasperated by her words
Just as Li Mu was slightly surprised by Zhi Qi's strange expression, he suddenly heard her shouting at the top of her lungs in the street:
Suddenly, a piercing gaze swept over, and Li Mu said coldly: "Are you not even listening to my words?"
The Golden Begonia belongs to the unique hidden weapons of the Assassins' Sect. If it were just himself, Li Mu would not need to worry about the top-tier assassins of the Sect. However, this time it involves Empress Changsun and Princess Changping; if anything goes wrong, he cannot bear the responsibility for it
How much trouble do you intend to cause
Li Mu felt a headache, this fool, did she not realize that if she did not shout so loudly to attract everyone's attention, this man would be more grateful to her
Looking at the ground strewn with corpses and blood, Li Mu instinctively covered Zhi's eyes in his arms and coldly turned to leave. One could only hear his indifferent voice being cast down like that
"Shut up!" he coldly reprimanded. If there were not so many assassins present at the moment, Li Mu had no doubt that he would definitely strangle Zhi to silence her annoying voice
Nervously shrinking her head and hiding in Li Mu's embrace, the young girl naturally had no concept of the propriety between men and women. However, despite Li Mu's cold demeanor and icy heart, he had never been this intimate with a woman before
The journey lasted merely three days, yet it felt as if she had spent three years. As soon as she got off the vehicle, she dashed about like a wild horse that had broken free, disappearing from sight in the blink of an eye
It is truly rare; after several days of bumpy travel, I finally have the opportunity to disembark.
Indeed, in a moment of excitement, she felt a sharp pain in her chest, as if her whole body had become weak and exhausted, and even pulling at Li Mu's collar felt somewhat laborious
Just as Zhi was about to seriously ask Li Mu what was going on with the Qinglong, a sudden bright white light flashed dangerously close in front of them.
Striking her head forcefully, the one who reacted the most to Qinglong's departure was only Zhi.
Just as he stood up, the man in black, who had intended to strangle himself, fell down. It was clear that this fellow had not reacted to the fact that he had nearly met a tragic end moments ago
As the crowd turned into Wangyue Alley, Li Mu's heart involuntarily tightened. His indifferent expression revealed no change in emotion, yet his right hand quietly tightened around the sword sheath at his waist
With two fingers pinching the sleeve of Zhi's garment, Qinglong could not help but shout loudly in her ear
With arms crossed, deep in thought
With a mournful expression, she rubbed her injured spine, but out of pride, she would never admit that it was the bed board that had caused her pain
What kind of poison did that guy called Qinglong get? What did Li Mu say he was poisoned with? I forgot. In any case, the poison he was afflicted with can be cured.
"If it is a matter of life and death, do not call out, put down the Azure Dragon!"
Upon the utterance of this phrase, both the speaker and Lian Yue felt a stir in their hearts
Hearing her words, Li Mu's sharp and cold gaze swept over a group of several people. After looking for a while, he indeed could not find a trace of only Zhi. His deep black eyes unconsciously gathered into a frown: Strange, I clearly saw the girl before getting off the car, how could she disappear in the blink of an eye?
The last assassin was thus slain here
He was originally a personal guard of Li Mu, yet he existed like a shadow. Given his strength, he should have few rivals in the martial world. However, the bloodshed of the Assassins' Sect was extraordinary, causing even Lian Chuan to feel a chill.
He leaned in and firmly grasped Zhi Zhi's delicate chin. Just as Zhi Zhi was taken aback, thinking that Li Mu was about to reprimand her, Li Mu released her chin and returned to his original seat
However, just thinking about so many delicious foods makes one salivate
With a smile that was more than a smile, he glanced at Zimo's exquisite beauty. Xuanyuan did not refute; instead, he pulled her into his embrace and fiercely pressed against her delicate lips
Before she could finish speaking, Empress Changsun's delicate brows suddenly furrowed, her expression slightly displeased by Lianhua's words
If there is an opportunity, we must definitely do it this way
Is the knife fun to play with? She also wants to play with it
Without answering, Zhi raised her head and saw the girl beneath the veil, faintly able to discern her stunningly beautiful features, which made her feel a bit melancholic. Is there a mistake? Is this person not the biological sister of that guy Li Mu? It would be one thing if they looked equally beautiful, but why does she have to be so cold and indifferent!
Therefore, he has no right to speak; the world of martial arts is forever a place where the weak are preyed upon by the strong. Only by making oneself strong can one cease to be a burden to oneself or others
Given the strength of the girl who conceals her face, it is unreasonable for the Assassins' Guild to dispatch a killer whose martial arts, although commendable, are far inferior to those of her intended prey, who possesses both superior martial skills and intellect.
It turns out that the Qinglong must be eliminated as soon as possible to prevent future troubles; otherwise, if Xuanyuan were to regain the memories of the Yuhan Palace, neither Zimo nor Yanyou would be able to escape
Only Zhi?
However, the premise is that he still has the strength to do so
Princess Changping supported Empress Changsun and the maidservants as they arrived on the street, and she joyfully looked around at the fresh little novelties that had never been seen in the palace
Did you not see that this uncle's face is dark? He must be feeling very unwell, we need to help him
At a glance, it was evident that the man was afflicted by the golden begonia. Li Mu's expression involuntarily stiffened, and he abruptly pulled Zhi and intended to leave.
Covering his mouth and chuckling, he certainly would not forget that Zhi would spend an entire night talking incessantly to the wall, even if she couldn't find anyone to confide in
Only those who can be utilized are useful to him. He is kept alive because only Zhi saved him. If he cannot even protect himself, with Li Mu's cold heart and indifference, he would not care about a completely unrelated assassin
As he was being half-dragged and half-pulled and was about to take a step, the little one suddenly felt a chill around his neck. Looking down, she was so startled that she nearly cried out.
Seeing his cold and handsome face, Zhi couldn't help but recall the small hammer she played with as a child, tapping and striking, and then the ice would be shattered like that
He thought that Zhi Zhi was merely stalling for time, not realizing that this foolish head of hers, which usually followed a straight line, had actually come up with such a tactic. Little did he know that Zhi Zhi's empty words and nonsense were not a ploy, but rather a genuine ignorance of the impending disaster
At this moment, Lian Yue clearly understood that the danger of this journey far exceeded anything he could have imagined. Prince Mu was not traveling with the Empress and the others, clearly intending to intercept all the assassins, and the peril he would face would be the greatest.
It was merely that Zhi Zhi leaned against his protection, and only out of necessity did she allow the assassin to succeed with a single strike.
"Fool, I don't have as much patience as Li Mu! If you don't help me recover soon, do you believe I will feed you to the wolves!"
Trembling, the young girl was well aware of her master's unpredictable moods, hesitating as to whether she should inform him that the Vermilion Bird had been captured by the young man who saved him, and request for reinforcements
Why do these people all have the bad habit of treating weapons as toys? It's truly unbelievable
With a radiant smile, Zi Mo gently leaned against Xuanyuan, her hands wrapped around his neck, her charming eyes like silk, her breath fragrant like orchids, she chuckled softly and said: "Master, the Azure Dragon is a traitor of the Assassins' Gate. Since the plan proposed by the papaya vine to assassinate the Azure Dragon with the Vermilion Bird was unsuccessful, why not leave this matter to me to handle?"
Forced to swallow the pill in her mouth, as soon as Li Mu released her acupoint, Zhi could not stop retching, wanting to expel the pill she had just ingested, only to find it was of no avail
Without having time to think much, she lay on Li Mu like a koala, not daring to make a sound. In modern times, she was just a well-behaved good student; let alone having so many knives pointed at her, she had never even seen a knife before.
Lord Zhuque has been captured, and the person who intervened to rescue Lord Qinglong possesses martial arts skills that exceed everyone's expectations. The other envoys of the Assassins' Sect are lurking nearby, not daring to act rashly, waiting for their master's decision
Although Li Mu did not explicitly state it, Qing Long understood his meaning. If it had not been for the long knife that Li Mu threw just now, he would have likely been seriously injured and in need of assistance, which would have been a burden.
Watching Li Mu in his white robes gracefully depart, growing increasingly distant, even Yue did not dare to pause for a moment, hastily waiting by the inn where Empress Changsun and Princess Changping resided
Upon this thought, Zhi inadvertently bared her teeth at the bronze mirror, only to realize that no matter how hard she tried, her originally round face and round eyes resembled a child imitating adults drinking alcohol, utterly failing to achieve a cold expression
Oh my, sir, why is your face so dark
Only that young man with the raised eyes seemed truly eager to strangle Zhi. If he still had the strength, Li Mu, who rushed over at the sound, had no doubt that he would indeed do so
Although Zhi's actions are mysterious and often lead to situations that are both amusing and exasperating, Li Mu does not deny that she is an exceptionally innocent girl, with all her thoughts clearly written on her face
Li Mu would not know what kind of impact his words had on Qinglong, nor did he wish to know, and he would never know again
Oh dear, your servant's face is truly hard, it makes my hand ache from the beating! Who said that the Azure Dragon is aligned with the Vermilion Bird, sending the Vermilion Bird directly will surely yield twice the result with half the effort
He coldly stated: "Whoever saves the person is responsible! No one will help you clean up the mess"
In her utter helplessness as a hopeless navigator, she had no choice but to rely on her faint memories of the surroundings and finally returned to the place where everyone was. However, she would not foolishly reveal her intention to sneak away to anyone, for she had finally developed a sense of self-awareness.
Little does he know that at present, Zhi is solely focused on how to indulge in a feast at the market, naturally having no time to speak, her mind filled with delicious food, almost rushing over and drooling at the sight of the delicacies
It turns out that Xuanyuan still cannot let go of that wretched woman, the papaya vine! She remembers clearly that they had clearly lost all their memories, so why are they still so reluctant to part with it
After a long while, thinking back and forth, she finally managed to come up with a saying that expresses the sentiment of sour grapes.
Walking down the street, she couldn't help but feel a sense of pride as she noticed the occasional glances directed her way. Well, she looked quite handsome in her male disguise, and from the many admiring looks from the girls, she was well aware of it
Upon hearing these words, Zhang Ping and her maid Lianhua could not help but feel quite surprised
Casually, he flicked the flame on the table, watching the flickering light stretch the boundaries of light and shadow in the dim little room. After a long while, a hint of relief suddenly flashed across Li Mu's cold visage.
It is not that Zhi particularly likes Qinglong, but rather that it can be somewhat dull to face a guy with a frozen expression every day. Originally, there was Qinglong to pass the time, but now that Qinglong is gone, she cannot even find someone to talk to.
Unconsciously, the handsome and refined face showed a hint of embarrassment, while the long sword in hand flowed like clouds and water, yet its power became increasingly evident
She had just sold a jade pendant contained in a small red silk box and was about to present it to Zhi as a treasure, hoping she could calculate the auspiciousness and misfortune for her. In recent days, they had traveled in separate carriages, and on the day they visited the Falling Phoenix Mountain Villa, Zhi had only briefly mentioned the "iron mouth" without further elaboration. To her surprise, upon arrival, she encountered such a scene.
It seems that Li Mu has developed a slight displeasure towards such fighting, and his swordplay is fierce, ruthless, and precise. Each assassin attempting to approach him lets out a single cry of agony before falling silent.
The extremely slow-reacting Zhi Zhi once again adhered to her principle of being somewhat dim-witted. With a flick of her hand, she finally broke free from Li Mu's large grasp, shot him a glare, and began to shout incessantly.
Suddenly, a clever idea struck, and Zhi was jolted awake from her reverie. Upon opening her eyes, she saw the extraordinarily handsome face of Qinglong, which startled her greatly, prompting her to throw a powerful punch.
By the next day, Shiyu felt even more acutely that her decision from the night before was indeed the right one. Zhi, who appeared weary, was clearly lacking in spirit.
With her eyes wide open in astonishment, the young girl had never encountered such a person before. The act of drawing the knife and bringing it down happened in an instant, yet he, as if nothing had happened, casually asked her where she had bought the knife, leaving the girl momentarily stunned
Ah!
Qinglong? Is it a person's name? What a strange name, but no matter how strange, it is not as bizarre as those individuals who run around the streets wielding a "weapon" as if it were a toy, lacking any sense of right and wrong, and devoid of any understanding of the law
Instead, it was the papaya vine that betrayed the former Xuanwu of the Assassins' Sect. As a child born out of wedlock, she was treated wholeheartedly by Xuanyuan, and every time she thought of that scene, it shattered her heart.
Quickly, he pressed on a specific acupoint on Zhi's body, then slapped her chin, and tossed an unknown pill into her mouth. He calmly said: "In the next ten days, you better keep quiet; otherwise, if anything happens, don't blame me for not warning you."
After a pause, a resolute fierceness flashed in her eyes as she casually dropped a remark
Amidst the bustling discussions of the crowd, a timid voice rose in confusion.
In the moment of distraction, a killer approached from behind the Azure Dragon.
It was only after hearing Zhi's nonsensical remarks that I realized I had been played by her, leaving me momentarily speechless
Uncertain of how many times she had expressed such a sentiment, Li Mu suddenly closed the book in his hands and quietly gazed at Zhi Zhi. His gaze was like a cold light piercing through the night, causing Zhi Zhi's heart to tremble involuntarily.
In the streets, there are not only ordinary citizens, but also assassins who blend in, indistinguishable from reality and illusion
He quickly found an excuse to slip away. The young attendant Yu was not foolish; he would not wait for this foolish sister to realize what had happened and complain to him after spitting out a mouthful of dirt
Young Master, that woman is one of the four assassins of the Assassin's Gate, known as Zhuque. As for the man they are pursuing, he is the leader of the four assassins, Qinglong. The assassination order they hold is - Blood Kill
Muttering to himself, rubbing his injured eye, Qinglong first discovered that the expression known as "wanting to cry but having no tears" was somehow connected to his acquaintance, Zhi.
A pang of pain struck his heart, and even the wickedly handsome man was momentarily taken aback. Suppressing this inexplicable emotion, he felt a flicker of annoyance within. He pushed away the beautiful figure he had been leaning against, his expression turning cold.
All the assassins were taken aback by her chaotic shouting, not realizing who had saved the Azure Dragon. They thought it might be some unfathomable figure, and for a moment, they hesitated slightly, not daring to launch a reckless attack
The young man who rescued the boy from under the Vermilion Bird Blade had an exceptionally handsome face. Although his demeanor was noble and unlike that of ordinary people in the martial world, the pair of indifferent eyes he possessed made her feel a chill in her heart. That was the true embodiment of strength
However, she also knew that if she did not speak up, once her master became aware of this matter, she would inevitably face extremely harsh punishment. The result would be that she would be unable to seek life or death.
In this unfamiliar place, even if she were to escape with a large amount of silver given to her by Empress Changsun, she would inevitably get lost
Sleep your big head sleep! Your sister is practicing a kind of extraordinary martial arts! Martial arts! Do you understand? It's something that allows you to fly in the sky just like that guy Li Mu!
The night is like this, scattered with the twinkling starlight in the vast sky, a wash of black ink.
Zhi Zhi's voice was indeed very loud, loud enough to attract everyone's attention, but the bustling market would not be disturbed by her loud voice
A young girl, her face partially concealed by a light veil, appears somewhat shy, dressed in a pale-colored ru skirt. She seems to lean weakly against Zhi, her long sleeves gently hanging down, just covering a short blade of one foot in length, resting on her neck. One can only hear the girl's cold voice, clear and resonant.
This person only knows that the direction everyone is looking at is towards them, and she has only guessed half right. Half of those people are looking at her, while the other half are in awe of Li Mu's extraordinary handsomeness
The young man had strikingly handsome features, yet his complexion appeared unnaturally dark. It was no wonder that upon seeing his face, Zhi could not help but crouch beside him, her curiosity piqued, and she began to exclaim loudly, wanting to know why this fellow's complexion was so dark.
Once bitten, twice shy; she has been threatened with a knife multiple times, and has become accustomed to it, finding no difference between facing a sharp blade and facing tofu
Having long resided beside Empress Changsun, in order to protect her master, Mo Chou had a slight understanding of martial arts. As soon as she rushed over, she realized that the young girl was not leaning on the branch of the plant for support, but had stealthily placed a short blade against "his" neck, causing her to involuntarily let out a sharp scream
Now it's good, as soon as we arrive at this dilapidated Tang Dynasty where birds are everywhere making a mess, there are a bunch of guns and knives pointed at her at Luofeng Mountain Villa, and then that pretty little girl is also holding a knife to her neck, now
The typical smile of Shiratori Riko emerged from the corners of her lips, and this fellow thought that Shiyu was lost in thought due to his extraordinary argument, momentarily caught up in his own delight, and with a "whoosh," sprang up from the bed
Gritting her teeth, Zhi only knew how many times she had repeated it; Shi Yu was so annoyed by her that she almost jumped off the building, while Li Mu remained expressionless, showing no reaction
Li Mu remained unfazed by the sudden appearance of the assassins, his expression still cold and indifferent
When the Azure Dragon discovered it, the assassin's sword was already drawing closer, capable of killing the Azure Dragon in an instant. Meanwhile, even faster was a flash of blade light that passed by.
Hold on to me tightly
Within the stone chamber, the young and handsome man, who was originally half-reclining in the embrace of a beautiful woman, suddenly slammed the table and rose, a fleeting fierceness flashing in his eyes
Li Mu's movements suddenly came to a halt, and only Zhi's heart was inexplicably startled. Just as she was about to raise her head to look, she heard Li Mu's cold voice close to her ear, chilling to the bone: "Lower your head!"
The eerie and sinister coldness made even the Azure Dragon feel a tremor in its heart. Such a terrifying killing intent
A sharp scream echoed, not from the lips of Zhi Zhi, nor could it possibly come from the usually cold-faced Li Mu, but rather from Mo Chou
In fact, what Shiyu wanted to convey to her was not about how her training was going
Zhi Zhi subconsciously touched her ear, and a strand of dark hair was already in her hand
Because Empress Changsun has always been approachable, Lianhua did not feel intimidated by her and shouted out in dissatisfaction: "Your Majesty, why wait for that fellow? He is nothing more than an insignificant commoner, we..."
A cold remark was cast down, thoughts remained unchanged, not stirring a ripple, leaving Lian Yue momentarily stunned.
This sentence, easily stifling the sharp scream that was about to escape her lips, brushed against the short blade at her neck, causing her to unconsciously furrow her delicate brows and tug at her own clothing
How can she possibly compete with the papaya vine, which lacks beauty and figure? Yet why does Xuanyuan solely favor that ordinary girl who is so timid?
Leave no survivors! Kill!
However, he was powerless to stop it
So, this ice-faced fellow has such impressive martial arts skills! Hehe, now there's nothing to fear. Hmm, daring to provoke her, wahahaha, she has such a good shield!
A stinging slap landed on the girl's face, and a soft, delicate voice rose gently.
Since they have gotten into such trouble, the Killer Sect's nature will definitely not let go of those who happened to pass by and saved their prey. Coldly gazing at the contents of the parchment in his hand, a flicker of displeasure crossed Li Mu's cold visage.
Bowing her head, a short blade of no more than one foot rested infinitely gently against her neck
The question is, since the poison from that guy Qinglong has already been cured, why does Li Mu still want her to take care of him
Gritting her teeth, the young girl took a deep breath and finally summoned the courage to speak out
In Li Mu's indifferent gaze, there was no trace of emotional fluctuation, as if the notorious assassin sect in the martial world was nothing to be feared. The four great assassins were not to be feared; even the bloodshed that made the world's experts tremble in fear, in his eyes, was merely a two-character code.
The anger made his teeth itch, yet the Qinglong dared not pull the hair on the tiger's tail. Li Mu's demeanor was so cold that even he felt a sense of danger, but that guy Zhi was particularly unafraid of him, two monsters!
Qinglong had known from the moment Zhi Zhi saved him that Li Mu among the group was by no means an ordinary person. However, he did not understand why this seemingly noble young master, who embodied wealth and status, spoke of killing matters with a decisiveness that surpassed even that of a killer like himself.
Lianhua was so enraged by her words that her whole body trembled, yet she refrained from saying much due to the fact that the other party was a favored person beside the Empress
Rest assured, you will not die, but if you do not follow my instructions, I cannot guarantee that.
Seeing the beautiful woman beside him slap the young girl on the cheek, a strange sorrow flashed in the eyes of the wickedly handsome man, so quick that it was hard for one to react
As the sword was raised and then fell, a rain of blood filled the sky, and time seemed to freeze in that moment. All the assassins stared in horror as Li Mu, like a messenger of hell, wielded his long sword to mercilessly slay their companions.
At the moment when all the attention of the young girls was focused on Mo Chou, Li Mu swiftly dodged and, like a ghost, in an instant appeared before Zhi, snatching the short blade from the girl's hand.
Looking up, one could see that Li Mu's expression remained cold and unchanged, yet a wisp of floating blue silk was missing from beside his ear. It turned out that when Li Mu had instructed her to lower her head, a blade had swiftly swept by. Had it not been for the need to protect Zhi Zhi, he would not have regarded even a multitude of assassins with any concern.
It is truly ungrateful. Hmm! She is still somewhat more normal!
I wonder if striking that icy face of Li Mu would leave cracks. Then, that jade-like visage would completely disintegrate as if melting away like ice
Watching Zhi's face change from white to blue to red, and then, regardless of the bustling crowd on the street, she continued to laugh foolishly without restraint
That night, Qinglong left Li Mu, Zhi and the others alone.
Delighted, he suddenly shouted: "Wow, I'm flying! Kill... Charge..."
The Azure Dragon, being able to become one of the four assassins of the Killer Sect, is certainly not an ordinary individual
As Li Mu tightened his grip on the sword sheath, he immediately sensed the most familiar aura—killing intent. Only Zhi, this little girl, remained oblivious, not understanding why Qinglong's expression had suddenly turned solemn.
The occurrence of such a situation was unexpected to everyone
Your eyes instantly became like a panda's, and the handsome face of Qinglong suddenly turned fierce. Just as he was about to seize Zhi to retaliate with violence, he caught sight of Li Mu's indifferent gaze sweeping over coldly, and he immediately fell silent.
Is he a burden
After glancing at Zhi Zhi's actions, he returned to the indifference and rejection he had displayed when he first saw her
The man's complexion grew darker, and he had only one reaction in his heart: he wanted to strangle this noisy fellow! Even in death, he would drag him down with him!
Before he could react, only Zhi called a woman of the rivers and lakes by the title of a refined young lady, "Miss." Li Mu felt a throbbing in his temples from her nonsensical remark.
Those who saved the Azure Dragon, Zi Mo will not let any of them go
The Azure Dragon did not wish to delve deeper into his thoughts. Although he did not perform to his usual standards today largely due to the lingering effects of the poison from Jin Haitang, had it not been for Li Mu and the others, he would have already perished a thousand times.
Seeing the protagonist of the rumors right in front of her, Lianhua's face immediately turned pale.
At that moment, Shi Yu felt as if she was on the verge of a breakdown, covering her face in fear that Zhi would excitedly shout on the street, "This is my brother!" Oh heavens! She did not want to be so embarrassed!
Lian Yue, have you managed to ascertain the identity of the woman who was detained yesterday
Cautiously leaning close to the young girl's ear, Zhi whispered, "Miss, may I ask you something? Where did you buy that knife? I would like to get one to play with as well"
In fact, the one who saved the Azure Dragon was an apparently ordinary young man, who seemed to regard the fierce short blade of the Vermilion Bird with indifference, leaving the young girl momentarily unable to discern his true strength
Oh mother, is this a mistake? I encountered such "good fortune" as soon as I stepped out. Fortunately, Shiyu just went to the bank to withdraw some silver... But now Zhi is filled with a hundred regrets, wondering why she was lazy and didn't accompany Shiyu. Woe is me... how unfortunate...
Lying in bed, I was lost in thought when, after a long while, a scream resembling that of a slaughtered pig suddenly startled Shiyu, who had been dozing off at the table.
At that time, how did Li Mu respond to her? It seemed that he merely cast a cold glance over Zhi's joyful face, and a single sentence was like icy water poured over her head on a frosty day, easily extinguishing her last glimmer of hope
Is the ice cube face trend very popular right now
The man's sinister yet charming gaze swept over the trembling girl at his feet, as he grasped her chin and smiled.
The Golden Begonia is not an ordinary poison; only the Assassins' Guild would concoct such a lethal toxin. Those harmed by the Golden Begonia must be extraordinary individuals among men. Therefore, the man that Zhi encountered, if he does not perish from the Golden Begonia, will certainly be pursued to the death by the foremost assassin of the Assassins' Guild.
Mo Chou is not one to be underestimated either. She has always had a favorable impression of Zhi Zhi, and upon noticing her master's displeasure, she quickly retorted with sharp words: "Although Young Master Yin is of common birth, it does not diminish his talent and demeanor as a gentleman. It is far better than having some self-important individuals, who are not particularly remarkable, standing by and making sarcastic remarks!"
He pressed on the sleeping acupoint by her neck and handed the girl over to Mo Chou. Li Mu said coldly: "Temporarily detain her. In the coming days, take care to protect Empress Changsun and Princess Changping. If necessary, send a carrier pigeon to General Zhen Yun, urging him to come quickly to rescue the Emperor."
Ah ... what has happened?
Is there a mistake? Can't that damned fellow named something like Qinglong show a good face to the savior? Clearly, she saved someone, so why does everyone, except for the fairy sister and Shiyu, have a frozen expression towards her?
All actions were executed in one smooth motion, without disturbing anyone, and in a flash, the girl was inadvertently subdued.
It is the first time in her life that she has saved someone, and she hasn't even had the chance to tell that guy Qinglong, "You owe me a favor!" Oh, how pitiful it is to save someone for free, so unlike her usual style
Thinking of this, a silly smile involuntarily appeared on her face. Hmm, it would surely be quite amusing to tap that ice-like face with a small hammer
"To the left, to the left, block it! Huh, behind, a sneak attack! Wow... fight!"
The result will be that he cannot sleep peacefully all night, while his foolish sister will not only deprive him of rest both mentally and physically, but also incessantly complain to him.
Qinglong did not expect that such a little fellow would resort to violence, and for a moment, she was caught off guard and fell into her trap, which made her extremely furious
What are you all doing
This, his sister... Although she appears quite shrewd, having received an education and being literate, however... it seems her mind may not be very sharp...! Who practices martial arts on the bed!
Li Mu's cold expression did not reveal the cruelty of a killer, yet the words that escaped his lips were chilling to the bone
While Li Mu and others were troubled by the matters concerning the Assassins' Sect, only Zhi, that fellow, remained completely oblivious to the impending danger, continuing to act according to his own whims.
Do not make me regret keeping you
What Zhi desires most right now is to run into a wall, for swords have no eyes. ... Woe ... . ... Moreover, with so many chaotic swords flying around, one careless move could lead to bloodshed
Only Zhi was quietly following behind Li Mu, remaining silent. It was the first time Li Mu had seen Zhi so quiet. His indifferent gaze swept over Zhi's delicate profile, and a barely perceptible surprise flickered in his eyes
She shot a cold glare at Zhi, all of this was caused by her own mischief
Hiding behind Li Mu, Zhi knew it was the safest place, and she joyfully danced around, making faces at the Qinglong.
Ignoring the incessant shouting from the other side, Li Mu turned and walked out of the small room
Before she could react, she only felt a solid grip around her waist, and in a moment of blankness in her mind, she realized that Li Mu had suddenly wrapped one arm around her waist and soared several zhang into the air
Regardless of her struggling to pull the fainted man on the ground, Li Mu was suddenly filled with anger and immediately turned to leave. Only the sound of Zhi's lament lingered for a long time: "Heavens, what did you eat to grow so heavy? Woe... I won't help you anymore!"
As for those who looked at her, they were quite astonished by her neurotic expression, much like how some curious individuals would turn to glance at a madman seen on the street, especially considering that standing next to the "madman" were two exceptionally outstanding men
It has nothing to do with me; you were the one who scared me first
The villain first complained, and upon seeing that the Azure Dragon was enraged, she quickly broke free from the grip of the Azure Dragon's two fingers, darted behind Li Mu, and tugged at his clothing, revealing only half of her face.
Since the task is not completed, what are you doing back here
Li Mu's mind was in turmoil, and in an instant, he analyzed the situation clearly. He deduced that this person must have fled here to escape the pursuit of the assassins. If he could evade them, there might still be a chance to find a way to detoxify and escape alive. Otherwise, if the assassins caught up here, they would likely not care about harming the innocent civilians in the market, leading to a great uproar.
However, the man named Qinglong was unexpectedly severely injured by her. It must be said that the tactic employed by the Assassins' Guild was indeed quite effective.
Ouch ...! ... It hurts so much! What a terrible bed! Simmons! Simmons! I want Simmons!
It turned out that as Zhi dismounted from the carriage and was halfway through pulling Shiyu to escape, she suddenly realized that the scenery around her was all the same, and unfortunately discovered that she was lost
Feeling down, but it was just a visit to a market, why must everyone go their separate ways
However, because the inn has been around for some time, a large chunk of mud suddenly fell from the ceiling, landing right in the mouth of Zhi, who was laughing heartily while expounding on a lengthy discourse.
Li Mu assisted Empress Changsun and Princess Changping in disembarking from the carriage. Once everyone had alighted, and as they were about to head to the market to prepare provisions and water, Empress Changsun slightly furrowed her brows, suddenly feeling as if she had forgotten something.
Calm down! Calm down!
The sounds of screams rose and fell, yet there were no familiar voices to be heard. Instead, a sense of inexplicable calm settled within Zhixin as she held onto Li Mu, and within her small heart, there blossomed a tiny sense of pride.
The luminous glow of the night pearl embedded in the stone wall flows endlessly, falling into the bright eyes of Zimo as she cuts through the water. To be honest, she is countless times more beautiful than the papaya vine, embodying tenderness, thoughtfulness, and beauty, yet she still cannot win Xuanyuan's heart