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After all, he is the Former Guard Commander. The crowd didn't even have time to shout before they were subdued; Qin Wuji's methods are indeed ruthless.
Of course, this also has to do with the advantage of this body. Without any defenses, taking down a few Warrior Definition trash is something Cold Yang can easily accomplish.
"Qin... Qin Commander..."
The man's lips twitched violently, clearly frightened. He was well-informed and had heard that the family head, Qin Changlin, had already placed Qin Wuji on the execution list. Once the nighttime ambush was successful, he would be the first to face the blade.
But how did he end up here? Could it be that he has already grasped the news? Damn it, his luck was truly terrible. The Ma Family's assignment had already been arranged, a specific guard responsible for kitchen safety. This job was comfortable and safe, allowing him to enjoy plenty of food. Even the meals of the Ma Family's master would be something he could indulge in first.
Coincidentally, the only person left by Cold Yang was the most well-informed among them, Old Cui, Cui Changshan.
Cui Changshan was naturally timid; becoming a guard was purely for survival. After all, the words "Qin Family Guard" carried weight in Luoma Market, and no one dared to provoke them. Otherwise, with his temperament, he would be beaten every day.
Of course, someone like him could only enter the Qin Family as a guard through irregular channels. As for what shady dealings were involved, it was unknown. Perhaps he had offered up his wife to his superior or revealed the bathing schedule of the neighbor's daughter. In any case, it certainly wasn't something a man would do.
Despite being such a lowly figure, he possessed an extraordinary ability for gossip. Whenever there was even a slight disturbance, he could always grasp the news at the first moment.
Thus, the now tumultuous Qin Family was no longer his first choice; his position with the Ma Family had already been arranged two days prior. As long as he got through tonight, he could switch to a more comfortable livelihood with good food.
But just on this last night, disaster suddenly struck. Who is Qin Wuji? He is a traitor of the Qin Family! This news came straight from those in power and was absolutely true. Falling into his hands meant there would be no good outcome.
"Speak! Where did Qin Changlin take people? Dare to speak carelessly and I'll have your head!"
The deep yet penetrating voice of the Former Guard Commander and second traitor of the Qin Family rang in his ears. Although it wasn't loud, to Cui Changshan, it sounded like thunder.
"I-I-I... I really don't know..." Cui Changshan stuttered, his timid nature causing him to nearly break down mentally.
Cold Yang's gaze was piercing, and he immediately realized that this person knew quite a lot. He pressed the dagger deeper, slicing through the man's throat.
A sharp and icy pain surged through Cui Changshan, who instinctively wanted to scream. He thought his windpipe had been severed and that he would suffocate at any moment.
"If you dare to shout, I guarantee that this will be your last sound."
The voice of the Guard Captain, the second traitor of the Qin Family, once again drilled into Cui Changshan's ears. His heart trembled as he understood that he was still alive...
"Quickly tell me about Qin Changlin's movements, who he is with, how many people, and what their purpose is," Cold Yang asked repeatedly. Dealing with such a person was quite troublesome for him because the other party was simply too timid; excessive intimidation might scare him into unconsciousness.
For Cui Changshan, anyone in a higher position or with greater strength was extremely terrifying. So when faced with the questioning from “Qin Wuji,” he honestly chose to confess.
"The family head... no, no, Qin Changlin took all the brothers... no, no, the Qin Family Guard went southeast. They say they are looking for some abandoned temple. All the elders and the old geezers went along too, and there was also a stranger wrapped in a black robe."
Cui Changshan spilled everything like beans from a bamboo tube and then looked up at “Qin Wuji” with an expression that seemed to say, "I only know this much; please let me go."
The dagger pressing against his neck seemed to loosen slightly, and Cui Changshan let out a sigh of relief.
"What is their purpose? What do they want?" The dagger pressed down again. Although Cold Yang knew that Qin Changlin and Wang Weiyang were definitely going after Ye Tian, he still wanted to confirm.
Cui Changshan trembled and said he truly didn't know, but it was possible they were going to encircle the disciples of the Cloud Sea Sect whom the family head had personally entertained a few days ago.
Compared to the previous ghost who died unjustly, Cui Changshan was much smarter. He understood the stakes; his life was in someone else's hands. It didn't matter if you were just a Qin Family Head or even if the King himself came down to announce something—he would still say nothing.
Survival was paramount!
Satisfied with the answer, Cold Yang knocked Cui Changshan unconscious with a single blow. He wasn't a murderous maniac; there was no need to wipe out all these innocent people. Moreover, he was careful enough that this group might very well wake up by tomorrow morning without any issues.
Having dealt with everything, Cold Yang took advantage of the night to avoid the sentries and hurried southeast towards Luoma Market.
In the dilapidated temple, everyone except Ye Tian had fallen asleep. Yun'er breathed steadily, her long eyelashes intertwined, and her face, slightly reddened from the firelight, possessed a unique charm.
Ye Tian added a few more logs to the fire. He had just experienced a breakthrough during the day and was still wide awake. Even if he felt extremely tired, he could not afford to sleep easily; after all, everyone else had nearly lost their fighting ability, and he needed to protect them all.
The dark clouds in the sky grew heavier, and the bright moon had long since disappeared. Distant thunder rumbled ominously, signaling that another heavy rain was on its way.
It had been raining frequently lately, and the downpours were quite intense, leaving people feeling somewhat oppressed.
Ye Tian quietly watched the sleeping Yun'er, a faint smile unconsciously forming on his lips. For some reason, whenever he looked at Yun'er, he felt a sense of tranquility, even though deep down she was not a gentle girl.
A roar from an unknown beast echoed through the forest, startling a flock of birds into flight.
Ye Tian stood up, instinctively wanting to take off his outer robe to cover Yun'er, only to realize that his robe was already draped over her.
He carefully adjusted the fire to prevent it from getting too hot and making Yun'er uncomfortable before stepping outside the temple.
The surroundings were pitch black, with visibility limited to just a few yards in the square area.
The night in the mountains was eerily quiet; after that beast's roar, it seemed as if the world had fallen into silence.
Ye Tian looked up casually when suddenly a flash of lightning illuminated the night sky.
At that moment, Ye Tian felt an overwhelming and powerful presence emerging several miles away in the northwest. Its strength was unfathomable...
"Could it be Qin Changlin has arrived?!"
Startled, Ye Tian immediately focused his senses. After probing further, his heart sank even more. Accompanying that overpowering presence were at least ten Martial Masters, and there were countless indistinct Warrior Definitions...
"It’s bad, Qin Changlin is probably coming in full force!"
Ye Tian quickly turned back into the house to wake everyone up, briefly explaining the seriousness of the situation and urging them to set off immediately.
The perception abilities of Condensed Moon Segment Flow and the others were already weaker than Ye Tian's. Recently, Ye Tian had formed the Third Spirit Pouch, further activated the Crimson Dragon Golden Blood, and successfully broken through to the Five-Stage Martial Artist level. At this moment, their perception abilities were no longer on the same level as Ye Tian.
"Ye Tian, are you being overly cautious?" Duan Liu sensed around but found nothing. He also didn’t believe that Qin Changlin could find their hiding place in such a short time.
"There’s no time to explain, you all have to leave right now!" Ye Tian pulled up the nearly unconscious Wine Kid, urging him sternly.
"Aren't you coming with us?" Yun'er knew that Ye Tian's decision was hard to change, but she couldn't help but ask.
"Qin Changlin is personally leading this attack; I must stay behind to cover you. Otherwise, none of you will be able to escape," Ye Tian replied firmly.
Yun'er wanted to say more, but was silenced by Cold Moon, who said, "I’ll stay behind to help you!"
With just one sentence, the difference between Cold Moon and Yun'er became apparent. Trying to be a hero at such a moment seemed noble, but if she really stayed behind, it would only harm both herself and Ye Tian, showing a lack of foresight.
In contrast, Yun'er was much more pragmatic and focused on the bigger picture.
She understood that her own combat ability was nearly depleted; staying behind would only be a burden to Ye Tian. Not only would she be unable to help him, but she would also complicate his situation and potentially put him at risk during critical moments.
"Everyone leave; your presence here won’t make a difference," Ye Tian stated decisively. Though his words seemed harsh, they were filled with deep affection.
Facing the siege from all the experts of Qin Changlin and the Qin Family, the meaning of staying behind was clear.
Yun'er bit her lip hard, tightly embracing Ye Tian, pressing her lips deeply against his without caring about anyone else’s gaze.
"Ye Tian, you must not get hurt," Yun'er looked deeply into Ye Tian's eyes, tears streaming down her face.
Ye Tian nodded heavily, but his heart was bleeding. He knew that even if he exerted all his strength to stop them, the hope for Yun'er and the others to escape was extremely slim in the face of such a formidable encirclement.
"Don't worry, I will," Ye Tian gently wiped away the tears at Yun'er's eyes, resolutely turned around, and disappeared into the night.
Everyone was stunned for a moment, and after a while, they regained their senses, quickly filled with sorrow. They vaguely felt that Ye Tian might never return after this departure.
Cold Moon drew her sword and was about to follow, but Duan Liu stopped her. Reason told him that the chance of escape that Ye Tian had bought with his life should be cherished; failing to do so would be the greatest irresponsibility towards Ye Tian.
At the same time, Wine Kid also rushed forward to stop Cold Moon, but he felt a twinge of sadness in his heart...
Cold Moon struggled desperately to break free from the two, but her strength was too depleted to escape.
Behind them came the sounds of chaos, with Cold Moon's cries and the comforting voices of Duan Liu and Wine Kid, but there was no longer that familiar voice.
Yun'er gazed in the direction where Ye Tian had left and suddenly shouted loudly, " Ye Tian , I will wait for you at the place where we met! If you don't show up in seven days, I will definitely come to accompany you!"
Her voice carried through the broken window bars, echoing endlessly, but from afar, there was no response.
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