Chapter 26: Laughter
The assassin seemed to have anticipated this moment. As he twisted his body to lock the sword in place, his movements didn’t pause for a second. He extended both arms like an ape, attempting to seize Elder Yue.
Elder Yue reacted quickly. Realizing the danger, he immediately released the sword’s hilt and retreated swiftly.
Rip!
The assassin managed to tear off two pieces of cloth but failed to capture Elder Yue. Instead, he clamped down on Elder Yue’s arm with a death grip.
The leaves rustled, and three more dark figures leapt down from the trees, moving like specters, aiming straight for the Dongyang Lady.
Elder Yue’s expression changed drastically. In desperation, he struck the assassin’s head with his palm. The assassin, already resolved to die, did not evade. He wrapped his legs tightly around Elder Yue’s leg, enduring a few blows before Elder Yue’s palm finally struck his head.
Blood and brain matter splattered everywhere. Though the assassin died, his limbs remained locked onto Elder Yue.
The situation around them had already descended into chaos.
Bai Jianglan had barely moved before he was besieged by two assassins who fought with a reckless disregard for their own lives. Despite his formidable skills, Bai Jianglan had to be cautious.